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2017 VAFCS/VEAFCS Annual Conference
Hospitality House Hotel & Conference Center
Fredericksburg, VA


Earn PDUs | Great Networking Opportunities | Latest Trends in Research & Practice


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Preconference Events - March 30, 2017
Professional Credentialing Exam for only $95.  Held March 30th 2017 at VAFCS Annual Conference

Take a credentialing exam for $95 at the preconference event on March 30th, 2017, in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Whether you are a new professional or seasoned veteran, validate your professional expertise through the AAFCS competency examination system.  These national competency exams also meet a major requirement for obtaining corresponding professional certifications.

Credentials offered by AAFCS include: 
  • CFCS:  Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences
  • CFCS-HDFS:  Certified in Human Development and Family Studies
  • CFCS-HNFS:  Certified in Hospitality, Nutrition, and Food Science
  • CPFFE:  Certified Personal and Family Finance Educator 
  • CNWE: Certified Nutrition and Wellness Educator

​The cost for paper-based testing (PBT) at the Affiliate conference is $95.00. 
Assessment administration will be on March 30, 2017, from 10am to 1 pm. 


These exams are not listed on the conference registration form.  Register online for paper-based testing (PBT) at  http://www.rsvpbook.com/aafcspbtregistration.

Exam registration for this paper-based administration must be completed by March 1, 2017.



During the afternoon of March 30th, 2017 explore Fredericksburg, Virginia. Visit an agri-tourism venue and attend a preconference dinner that will feature a private chef tasting at Foode, a farm-to-table restaurant.

Conference Events - March 31, 2017
Keynote & Other Presentations:

Dr. Deborah Tippett, Family and Consumer Sciences Professor at Meredith College.
Learn about "Appreciate Inquiry: A Winning Technique for Business Professionals."

Dr. Michelle Hesse, Nutrition Professor at James Madison University.
Learn about Lifecycle Nutrition and Wellness and the latest information on Food Labeling and Fad Diets.

Dr. Peggy Quesenberry, Fashion Merchandising and Design, Virginia Tech.
Learn about "Product Development in the World of Fashion".

Caroline Crocoll, Director-Division of Family & Consumer Sciences USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
Learn about "Family & Consumer Sciences: Federal and National Perspectives."

Dr. Jude Cassidy, Professor of Psychology at the University of Maryland at College Park.
Learn more about "Secure Attachment: A Foundation for Children's Health and Well-Being."

Dr. Patricia Reynolds Professor at Mary Washington University.
Learn about the "Latest Trends in Education in the United States."

LIVE food demo by the Virginia Beef Council to launch the NEW FCSfit Initiative.

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Updated March 13, 2018
​Webmaster:  Heather M. Jones, M.Ed., CFCS
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  • About Us
    • Leadership & Contact Us
    • Resources & Partners
  • News
    • Legends in FCS
    • Say Yes to FCS
  • Member Spotlight
    • Become a Member
    • Network with VAFCS Professionals
    • Become a Mentor
    • Awards & Scholarships >
      • 2016 VAFCS Award Recipients
    • Grants
    • Professional Development >
      • 2017 Conference in Review
      • 2016 Conference in Review
      • 2016 Fall Webinar
    • Publications
    • Conference Registration >
      • Conference Program at a Glance
      • Registration - VAFCS Annual Conference
  • Advocacy
    • 2017 FCS Day at the General Assembly
  • Student Unit
  • Donate
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