Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I affiliate my chapter?

A: You can affiliate on line at www.fcclainc.org or send a national affiliation form and dues payment to the address listed on your affiliation form.

Q: What do national dues support?

A: Payment of national dues makes the organization possible. National dues support Teen Times, chapter mailings, national programs, chapter resources, training, promotion, processing fees, membership cards, national officer’s efforts, membership promotion, National Board of Director’s activities, expenses related to raising money, and operating expenses of the national headquarters and staff.

Q: What are the qualifications for being an FCCLA member?

A: Any student who is taking or has taken a course in Family and Consumer Sciences and/or related occupations through grade 12 is eligible for membership in an organized chapter within the school.

Q: Who can be an FCCLA adviser?

A: Any teacher certified in Family and Consumer Sciences education and/or related occupations may serve as a chapter adviser.

Q: How do I introduce new members to FCCLA?

A: Try the Step One activity, available on the Be Part of It! CD. The Handbook to Ultimate Leadership a comprehensive tool, which includes: Information about FCCLA Getting Started (organizing and managing a new chapter) National Programs, Projects, and Competitive Events Student Leadership The FCCLA Adviser Membership Finance and Fundraising Communications, Marketing, and Public Relations Ready-made Lesson Plans PowerPoints List of Resourcesplans for introducing and starting an in-class chapter.

Q: What’s the difference between comprehensive and occupational members?

A: Comprehensive members emphasize a variety of Family and Consumer Sciences education programs of study. Occupational members are enrolled in educational programs that prepare them for paid employment in a specific Family and Consumer Sciences related career.

Q: What’s a chapter ID number and where do I find it?

A: Unless you are a new chapter, your chapter ID number can be found on all correspondences mailed to you from the national headquarters which include Teen Times and The Adviser.

Q: Can I affiliate my second term students?

A: Yes! Affiliations are accepted until May 31! However, if members wish to compete in STAR Events the national deadline for affiliation is March 1. Deadlines at the state level may vary. Check with your state adviser.

Q: What type of dues payment is accepted?

A: For both online and mail-in affiliation, you may pay dues using a purchase order, a credit card, or a check.