Norway's home economics schools (Norwegian: Husmorskoler), or technical schools for domestic arts (Norwegian: fagskoler i husstell) arose at the end of the 19th century for the purpose of providing specialized instruction in domestic subjects.
The first husmorskole school in Norway was established in 1865, on Abildsø farm in Østre Aker, by Minna Wetlesen.
Later these home economics schools were also established in Norway's cities.
The home economics schools then became a part of the secondary education program, on an equal footing with gymnasiums (university preparation schools) and practical and professional schools (yrkeskoler) specializing in business and technical programs.
Nowadays, instruction in restaurant work, food and nutrition is offered as a program discipline within Norway's overall secondary education program.