Knowledge Quest Online Testing Competition

Showcase your college and career readiness with the Virginia FCCLA Knowledge Quest Online Testing Competition! These online tests are designed for Virginia FCCLA members to demonstrate their skills in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) and related occupations. Students take the tests online from their FCS classroom. Virginia FCCLA Knowledge Quest provides an additional value-added competitive and recognition opportunity in the classroom for student members.

The tests cover a wide range of subjects aligned with state standards. The test questions come directly from competency lists at the CTE Resource Center, so students are evaluated on current and essential information for their future.

Fall 2026 Key Dates

Download the 2026 Fall Knowledge Quest Guide for test descriptions, study resources, policies, and a customizable certificate.

Tests Offered for Fall 2026

The 2026-2027 online tests are open to affiliated members. Virginia chapters may have an unlimited number of entries. There is no limit to the number of members a chapter may register, and a member may take multiple different tests.

State Online Test	Level 1 (Through Grade 8)	Level 2 (Grades 9-10)	Level 3 (Grades 11-12)
Child Development & Parenting		✓	✓
Fashion		✓	✓
FCCLA Knowledge	✓	✓	✓
Hospitality & Tourism		✓	✓
Interior Design		✓	✓
Nutrition & Culinary Basics		✓	✓
Personal Finance	✓	✓	✓
Work Ready	✓	✓	✓

Level 1: Grades 6-8. Level 2: Grades 9-10. Level 3: Grades 11-12.

Test Descriptions and Study Resources

Click a test name to read its description and find its study resources.

Child Development & Parenting (Levels 2, 3)

This online knowledge test focuses on parenting roles and responsibilities, as well as parenting practices that maximize human growth and development. The curriculum framework for this challenge focuses on ensuring a healthy start for parent and child, balancing work and family, and understanding support systems that provide services for families.

Study resources:

• Virtual Virginia course

Fashion (Levels 2, 3)

This online knowledge test focuses on Virginia competencies for Introduction to Fashion Careers. Topics include the fashion industry and its history, apparel and textiles, the design process, elements and principles of design, fashion terminology, production and manufacturing, basic sewing construction, marketing, technology, and career and entrepreneurial opportunities in the fashion industry.

Study resources:

• Virtual Virginia course

FCCLA Knowledge (Levels 1, 2, 3)

This online knowledge test assesses participants’ in-depth knowledge of the organization, including its history, programs, leadership, and chapter management. It’s an opportunity for members to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s core mission and how to apply them in real-world scenarios, setting them up for success in their local chapters and beyond.

Study resources:

• Virginia FCCLA website
• National FCCLA website

Hospitality & Tourism (Levels 2, 3)

This online knowledge test focuses on the knowledge and skills needed for careers in the hospitality and tourism industry. Topics include food and beverage, lodging, travel, tourism and recreation; customer service; business and management fundamentals; career readiness; professional ethics; and emerging industry trends and technology. Participants will demonstrate an understanding of how the major segments of hospitality work together to serve customers and contribute to the global economy.

Study resources:

• Virtual Virginia course

Interior Design (Levels 2, 3)

This online knowledge test focuses on the principles and practices used to create functional, safe, and visually appealing interior environments. Topics include the elements and principles of design, space planning, color, furnishings and materials, lighting, design communication, sustainability, and the design process. Participants will apply design concepts and problem-solving skills to residential and other interior spaces.

Study resources:

• Virtual Virginia course

Nutrition & Culinary Basics (Levels 2, 3)

This online knowledge test combines Virginia’s Nutrition & Wellness and Introduction to Culinary Arts competencies. The focus is on food safety and sanitation, culinary preparation foundations, basic culinary skills, service styles, basic nutrition and wellness topics, and the economics of food.

Study resources:

• Virtual Virginia course 1
• Virtual Virginia course 2

Personal Finance (Levels 1, 2, 3)

This online knowledge test focuses on the financial knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions throughout life. Topics include earning and managing money, budgeting, banking, taxes, credit and loans, saving and investing, insurance, and protecting personal financial information. Participants will apply mathematical and financial concepts to practical situations involving personal and household finances.

Study resources:

• Virtual Virginia course 1
• Virtual Virginia course 2

Work Ready (Levels 1, 2, 3)

This online knowledge test focuses on the skills and knowledge needed to successfully prepare for, enter, and grow in the workplace. Topics include career exploration and planning, employability skills, job searching, résumés and interviewing, workplace communication and professionalism, financial literacy, and lifelong career development. Participants will demonstrate their understanding of the personal and professional skills that contribute to career success.

Study resources:

• CTE Resource Center: Workplace Readiness Skills

Registration and Fees

Registration is available to all affiliated (dues-paying) members. Log in at registermychapter.com/fccla/VA-FLC. Advisers use their chapter ID number and the same password used for the national affiliation site.

• The registration fee is $15 per participant per test, payable to Virginia FCCLA.
• Members must be affiliated and dues paid on the chapter portal before they can be registered. The registration site is linked to the affiliation portal. Affiliation, dues, and registration must all be completed by November 5 at 5:00 p.m.
• One adult, who will serve as proctor, must be registered (no cost). The chapter adviser or another faculty member/administrator in the school serves as the test proctor for each student.
• Knowledge test registration fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.
• The registration fee must be paid prior to the start of testing in order to receive the testing login information. Credit card payment is strongly encouraged (3% transaction fee added). Late payment will result in a shorter testing window.
• Knowledge Quest registration closes on November 5 at 5:00 p.m.

General Policies

Test Format and Time Limits

• The 2026 testing windows are November 9 to 13 and November 16 to 20, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. All registered participants must complete their test during one of these windows and within the designated hours.
• Each knowledge test includes 50 questions (multiple choice and true/false). Participants have 30 minutes to complete the test.
• During the Virginia FCCLA Knowledge Quest tests, participants must remain on the test window at all times. A “move away” tracking feature monitors and logs every instance of navigating away (for example, clicking to another browser tab or application). Because leaving the test window is tracked, multiple instances may be flagged as academic dishonesty.

Participation in Multiple Events

Participants may register for more than one knowledge test if they are interested in those topics. The registration fee is charged per test. Participants may complete Virginia’s Knowledge Quest Online Testing Competition in the fall and may also enter a STAR Event at the State Leadership & Recognition Conference in the spring.

Americans With Disabilities Act

Please provide a copy of the accommodations page if any student participating in the knowledge tests is a person with a disability and desires assistive services or other accommodations. Submit it to Laura.Short@VirginiaFCCLA.org at least one week prior to the start of the testing window.

Device and Testing Requirements

• Acceptable devices: laptops or desktop computers, and tablets such as Chromebooks and iPads.
• Prohibited devices: cell phones may not be used for taking any of the knowledge tests.
• Technical specifications (check with your school’s IT department for resolutions to any issues): reliable internet access is required for each device/participant; the device must be capable of accessing the online testing platform; and the device must have a compatible web browser installed (for example, Microsoft Edge, Safari, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome).

Additional Policies

• Only the registered student member may take the test, to be verified by the chapter adviser.
• Blank paper and a pencil/pen for calculations are allowed for all tests.
• If a participant has a question about a test item, the proctor can repeat the question for the student but cannot help the student come up with the answer.
• Participants may not bring any reference materials for use during the testing session.
• Once participants have logged on to the testing platform, they must not leave the testing window until they have submitted their test.
• All unfinished answers will be scored as incorrect.
• Each test has a 30-minute time limit. A timer is visible on the screen in the upper right corner once the participant starts the test.

Awards and Recognition

• The Top 10 in each knowledge test and level will be recognized through various Virginia FCCLA media channels.
• A customizable certificate is available in the 2026 Fall Knowledge Quest Guide and can be printed at the local level for all participants from the chapter.
• The Top 10 will also be recognized at the Closing Session of the State Leadership & Recognition Conference, on screen and on stage. The Top 3 will receive a framed certificate, and a special photo backdrop area will be provided at the conference.
• Participation in recognition at the state conference requires paid registration for the conference.

Determination of Winners

• The online testing platform is designed to provide a fair and standardized testing environment for all participants.
• Each participant’s score is based on the number of correct answers within the time limit. All unfinished or incorrect answers are scored as incorrect.
• The test is timed, and participants must complete it within the allotted time.
• The participant with the highest score is the winner for each test level. If there is a tie, the participant who completed the test in the shortest amount of time is the winner.

Steps to Complete Each Knowledge Test

Share these steps with students before test day.

1. Access the testing site. Each student will be provided a link to AnswerWrite by their adviser.
2. Log in with ID and password. Enter the ID and password provided by your chapter adviser as printed on your test ticket. Enter the information exactly as provided to avoid login issues.
3. Submit login information. Click the “Submit” button to proceed.
4. Verify personal information. Verify that your name and school are correctly displayed. If there are any discrepancies, notify your chapter adviser immediately.
5. Follow on-screen instructions. Carefully read and follow the on-screen instructions. They will guide you through selecting and starting your test.
6. Select the test. Click the “Select” link beside the test name that you are registered to take.
7. Review test instructions. Carefully follow the additional on-screen instructions specific to your test, which may include details about the test format and specific rules.
8. Start the test. Click the “Start Test” link to begin. The timer starts as soon as you begin.
9. Complete the test. Answer all the questions within the allotted time. Watch the timer in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
10. Submit the test. When you have finished, click the “Submit Test” button. This is crucial for your test to be counted. Do not click the “X” to close the window, as this will invalidate your test submission.
11. Close the testing window. After submitting your test, click the “Close this Window” link to exit the testing interface.
12. Log out. Finally, click the “Log Out” link to securely exit the testing site.

If you experience technical difficulty or disruption during the test, please email Laura.Short@VirginiaFCCLA.org.

Questions?

Contact the Competitive Events Manager:
Laura Butcher Short
Laura.Short@VirginiaFCCLA.org