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Home Economist

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Home economists teach, inform and advise government, industry and the community, in order to assist individuals to make better lifestyle choices.

Home economists may perform the following tasks:

  • educate the community about aspects of everyday living such as family and interpersonal relationships, food and nutrition and leading balanced lifestyles
  • teach independent living skills to school students, disabled or disadvantaged people
  • assist people to take control of their health, develop healthy behaviours and make informed consumer decisions
  • design, evaluate and promote products and services such as foods, household appliances or services for everyday living
  • design and plan nutritious meals and assist people to prepare them.

Specialisations:

Home economists may specialise.

Community Health Home Economist

A community health home economist undertakes a range of home economic activities in the public sectors such as providing information services on financial management, family relationships, child care, food and nutrition and household management. They may also manage food service operations such as canteens, aged-care centres and community food facilities and develop programs and policies for health and social services.

Home Economics Teacher

A home economics teacher teaches students the skills required to understand and deal with a variety of issues in their personal, home, family and community roles. These skills are taught through a variety of topics such as food and nutrition, textiles and clothing, vocational skills and knowledge, and family and interpersonal relationships.

Personal Requirements:

  • consideration for others and sense of social justice
  • good human resource management skills
  • good oral and written communication skills
  • aptitude for analysis and problem solving
  • aptitude for design and creativity
  • sensitivity in dealing with a wide range of people and issues.

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