CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION CAREER EDUCATION Department Notes: In full year programs, time is divided between instruction in school and internship/Work-Based Learning (WBL) experience. • One credit earned for year-long class. • Two credits earned for year-long internships. • A program is selected based on student skills, interests and career plans. • Responsibilities of the student in all programs include: » Job with the assistance of the teacher/coordinator. » Provide own transportation to the community site.
Cooperative Internship Programs
Introduction to Career Skills (SkillsUSA)
Advanced Careers (SkillsUSA)
This course is designed for students who are interested in a hands-on activities-based approach to learning. Students will learn employability skills including job applications, resume writing and interviews while gaining work experience by being employees at our Mustang Mocha Coffee Shop. Students will also research college and career opportunities as they begin thinking about life after high school. Students have the opportunity to earn industry certifications which will help them in finding employment. Participation in SkillsUSA provides leadership development activities on local, state and national levels. Students have the opportunity to also earn Work-Based Learning credit by being employed outside MVHS. This is a full year course.
This course is designed to teach practical and leadership skills needed to be successful in the workplace and in their personal life. Students will learn job seeking and job keeping skills by expanding on their knowledge of resumes, interviewing and effective communication. This course will cover numerous topics to help students become independent learners. College research, financial aid, scholarships, and basic financial skills will be covered. Real-world topics will include payroll, taxes, insurance, and ethics. Students have the opportunity to earn industry certifications which will help them in finding employment. Participation in SkillsUSA provides leadership development activities on local, state and national levels. Students have the opportunity to also earn Work-Based Learning credit by being employed outside MVHS. This is a full year course.
Course Numbers: 3825 & 3826 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 + up to 2.0 WBL Note: Must be enrolled in Intro to Career Skills class and be employed 10+ hours per week in order to earn 2.0 WBL credit. Additional certification may be acquired by meeting Industry Standards in course work and through assessment testing: Career Ready Certification. ServSafe Food Handler Certificates as well as certification through HP Entrepreneurship. Students may earn articulated college credit for this course.
College credit associated with this class
Course Numbers: 3812 & 3813 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 + up to 2.0 WBL Note: Must be enrolled in Advanced Careers class and be employed 10+ hours per week in order to earn 2.0 WBL credit. Additional certification may be acquired by meeting Industry Standards in course work and through assessment testing: CareerSafe Certification (supported by OSHA) and Customer Service Skills Certification. Students may earn articulated college credit for this course.
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