PROGRAMS OF STUDY

Career & Technical

What is a Program of Study?

A program of study is a Career Cluster specific coherent sequences of courses that lead to an endorsement. It’s similar to a college degree, allowing the student to learn more about a particular subject area. Programs of study give students the opportunity to:

  • earn an industry-based certification

  • join a student organization

  • participate in work-based learning

  • earn an endorsement

CTE programs of study ensure students are prepared for in-demand, high-skill, high-wage careers.

*Program of study offerings vary by campus.

A student becomes a program of study completer by completing and passing 3 or more CTE courses for a total of at least 4 credits within the same program of study. One of the courses must be a an advanced, level 3 or 4, course.

Food Truck

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Do you want to own your own business? This program will prepare you with the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful business professional or entrepreneur.

  • Entrepreneurship 1

  • Entrepreneurship 2

  • Practicum in Entrepreneurship or

  • Career Preparation

Industry-Based Certification(s): Entrepreneurship and Small Business

Marketing

MARKETING & SALES

Look! A Hook! Have you ever been captivated by a new product? Do you know why? This program of study will unveil marketing tools and techniques, as well as key retail management skills.

  • Fashion Marketing

  • Sports & Entertainment Marketing

  • Social Media Marketing

  • Retail Management

  • Career Preparation or Practicum

Health Informatics

HEALTH INFORMATICS

Do you have an interest in the medical industry and business? Health Informatics is centered on patient information management. Learn about computerized healthcare and the process of creating and maintaining hospital and patient records.

  • Principles of Health Science

  • Medical Terminology

  • Health Informatics

  • Project Based Research

Industry-Based Certification(s): Certified Coding Associate

Phlebotomy

HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSTICS

Do you enjoy caring for others? This program is an introduction to occupations related to performing complex medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Explore opportunities associated with blood laboratories, radiologic technology, and/or ultrasound technology.

  • Principles of Health Science

  • Medical Terminology

  • Health Science Theory or Clinical

  • Anatomy & Physiology

Industry-Based Certification(s): Phlebotomy Technician

Teaching

TEACHING & TRAINING

Do you want to be a teacher or a coach? This program of study will prepare you for careers related to teaching, instruction, and creation of instructional and enrichment materials.You will learn processes for developing curriculum, coordinating educational content, and coaching groups and individuals.

  • Principles of Education & Training

  • Human Growth & Development

  • Instructional Practices

  • Practicum in Education & Training

Industry-Based Certification(s): Educational Aide 1