POS Van Alstyne

CTE ACADEMIC PLANNING GUIDE 2024-2025

ANNUAL PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION Van Alstyne ISD offers career and technical education programs in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications; Business, Marketing, and Finance; Education and Training; Engineering; Health Science; Hospitality and Tourism; Human Services; Law & Public Service; Manufacturing. Admission to these programs is based on TEA and local LEA standards.

It is the policy of Van Alstyne ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

It is the policy of Van Alstyne ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Van Alstyne ISD will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.

For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator at (email address of Title IX Coordinator), (phone number of Title IX Coordinator), and/or the Section 504 Coordinator at (email address of Section 504 Coordinator), (phone number of Section 504 Coordinator).

Van Alstyne ISD ofrece programas de educación técnica y vocacional en Agricultura, Comida y Recursos Naturales; Arquitectura y Construcción; Artes, Tecnología de Audio y Video, y Comunicación; Negocios, Mercadotecnia y Finanzas; Educación y Formación; Ingeniería; Ciencias de la Salud; Hotelería y Turismo; Servicios Humanos; Derecho y Servicio Público; Manufactura. La admisión a estos programas se basa en Estándares TEA y LEA locales.

Es norma de Van Alstyne ISD no discriminar en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o impedimento, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Es norma de Van Alstyne ISD no discriminar en sus procedimientos de empleo por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, impedimento o edad, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, la ley de Discriminación por Edad, de 1975, según enmienda; y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Van Alstyne ISD tomará las medidas necesarias para asegurar que la falta de habilidad en el uso del inglés no sea un obstáculo para la admisión y participación en todos los programas educativos y vocacionales.

Para información sobre sus derechos o procedimientos de quejas, comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título IX en (dirección), (dirección de correo electrónico), (número de teléfono), y/o el Coordinador de la Sección 504 en (dirección), (dirección de correo electrónico), (número de teléfono).

VAN ALSTYNE ISD 700 Collin Mckinney Pkwy, Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (903) 482-8803 — ii —

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Understanding Common Terms in Career and Technical Education (CTE)

CTE Career and technical education programs offer a sequence of courses that provides students with coherent and rigorous content. CTE content is aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in current or emerging professions.

Program of Study Perkins V describes a program of study as a coordinated, non duplicative sequence of academic and technical content at the secondary and postsecondary level that: ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Incorporates challenging state academic standards Addresses academic, technical, and employability skills Aligns with the needs of industries in the state, regional, and/or local economy Progresses in specificity, beginning with all aspects of industry and leading to more occupation Specific instruction Has multiple entry and exit points that incorporate credentialing Culminates in the attainment of a recognized postsecondary credential

Endorsement Endorsements consist of a related series of courses that are grouped together by interest or skill set. They provide students with in-depth knowledge of a subject area. Students must select an endorsement* in the ninth grade. Students earn an endorsement by completing the curriculum requirements for the endorsement, including 4th credit of math and science and 2 additional elective credits.

ARTS & HUMANITIES

BUSINESS & INDUSTRY

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

PUBLIC SERVICE

STEM

IBC An industry-based certification (IBC) is a specific type of credential that validates that an individual possesses certain industry specific skills related to a career cluster or occupation and is measured against a set of accepted industry standards. TEA adopted by rule (19 TAC 74.1003) a set of requirements and process to formally approve industry-based certifications. This is a high-level summary of those requirements: 1.

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Defined as a certification – not just a certificate of course completion, but demonstration that skills were obtained and valid for a specific period of time (e.g., not the driver education course, but the drivers’ license exam) Industry recognized and valued – employer surveys indicate the certification is given significant consideration for hiring and wages Attainable by a high school student – a 17 or 18 year old could reasonably earn it by graduation Portable – regionally, to multiple employers, or to more advanced postsecondary or apprentice work Certifying Entity – certifications are issued independent of course completion to validate skills (e.g., DPS as the entity that validates passage of the drivers license exams) — iii —

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Annual Public Notification of Nondiscrimination

ii

Terms and Definitions

iii

Academic Planning Guide Chart

1

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster

8

Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems 9 Animal Science 13 Plant Science 17 Architecture and Construction Career Cluster

24

HVAC and Sheet Metal 25 Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster

30

Graphic Design and Interactive Media 31 Digital Communications 35 Printing and Imaging 41 Business, Marketing, and Finance Career Cluster

46

Business Management 47 Education and Training Career Cluster

54

Teaching and Training 55 Health Science Career Cluster

60

Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services 61 Exercise Science, Wellness, and Restoration 65

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster

72

Culinary Arts 73 Human Services Career Cluster

78

Family and Community Services 79 Cosmetology and Personal Care Services 85 Law and Public Service Career Cluster

90

Fire Science 91

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ACADEMIC PLANNING GUIDE CHART Career and Technical Education (CTE)

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab

Animal Science

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Livestock Production

Plant Science

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Floral Design

Architecture and Construction Career Cluster HVAC and Sheet Metal

Heating, Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology I Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster

Graphic Design and Interactive Media

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication

Graphic Design and Illustration I w/Lab

Digital Communications

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication Professional Communications

Audio/Video Production I w/ Lab

Printing and Imaging

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication

Graphic Design and Illustration I

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Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

LEVEL 3

INDUSTRY BASED CERTIFICATIONS

LEVEL 4

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

AWS D1.1, AWS D9.1 API 1104 Dual Credit

Veterinary Medical Applications

Advanced Animal Science Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Scientific Research and Design

Elanco Vet Med App Certification Elanco Animal Science Certification

Advanced Floral Design

Advanced Plant and Soil Science Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Scientific Research and Design Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone

TX Florist Association Knowledge Based Floral Certification

Architecture and Construction Career Cluster Heating, Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II

Career Preparation Practicum in Entrepreneurship

Dual Credit

Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster Graphic Design and Illustration II w/Lab

Career Preparation I Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration

Audio Visual CommunicationsJob Ready

Audio/Video Production II w/ Lab

Career Preparation I Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Audio/Video Production

Audio Visual CommunicationsJob Ready NOCTI Video Production

Printing and Imaging Technology I

Printing and Imaging Technology II Career Preparation for Programs of Study

Graphic Production Technology - Job Ready

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ACADEMIC PLANNING GUIDE CHART Career and Technical Education (CTE)

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

Business, Marketing, and Finance Career Cluster Business Management

Business Information Management I

Business Information Management II

Education and Training Career Cluster Teaching and Training

Principles of Human Services

Human Growth and Development

Health Science Career Cluster Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services

Principles of Health Science

Medical Terminology

Exercise Science, Wellness, and Restoration

Principles of Health Science

Kinesiology I Medical Terminology Lifetime and Nutrition and Wellness

Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster Culinary Arts

Introduction to Culinary Arts

Culinary Arts

Human Services Career Cluster Family and Community Services

Professional Communications

Cosmetology and Personal Care Services

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Human Growth and Development Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

LEVEL 3

INDUSTRY BASED CERTIFICATIONS

LEVEL 4

Business, Marketing, and Finance Career Cluster Business Management

Career Preparation I Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Business Management Statistics and Business Decision Making

NOCTI General Management NOCTI Admin Assisting Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Word Expert

Education and Training Career Cluster Instructional Practices

Career Preparation I Practicum in Education and Training Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone

Educational Aide

Health Science Career Cluster Anatomy and Physiology Health Science Theory/Health Science Clinical Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Practicum in Health Science

EMT (Dual Credit Program through Grayson College)

Anatomy and Physiology Health Science Theory/Health Science Clinical Kinesiology II

Career Prep I Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Health Science

EMT (Dual Credit Program through Grayson College) Pre-Professional Certification in Nutrition, Food, and Wellness

Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster Advanced Culinary Arts

Career Preparation I Practicum in Culinary Arts Practicum in Entrepreneurship

ServSafe Manager

Human Services Career Cluster Family and Community Services

Career Preparation I Project Based Research Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Human Services

Community Health Workers

Cosmetology I w/Lab

Cosmetology II w/Lab

Dual Credit

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ACADEMIC PLANNING GUIDE CHART Career and Technical Education (CTE)

LEVEL 1 Law and Public Service Career Cluster Fire Science

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LEVEL 2

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

LEVEL 3

INDUSTRY BASED CERTIFICATIONS

LEVEL 4

Law and Public Service Career Cluster EMT Basic

Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

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EMT Dual Credit

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AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES CAREER CLUSTER The Arts, A/V Technology and Communications (AAVTC) Career Cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Careers in the AAVTC career cluster require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication.

Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems The Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with applying engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems related to power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water use, and processing agricultural products. This program of study includes diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Animal Science The Animal Science program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. This program of study includes applying biology and life science to real-world life processes of animals and wildlife, either in laboratories or in the field, which could include a veterinary office, a farm or ranch, or any outdoor area harboring animal life. Students will research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Plant Science The Plant Science program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the science, research, and business of plants and other living organisms. This program of study includes the application of biology and life science to real-world life processes of plants and vegetation, either in laboratories or in the field.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

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AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Level 2

Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab

Level 3

Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Level 4

Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13000200

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

9 - 12

None

None

13002210

Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab

10 - 12

None

None

13002300

Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

11 - 12

None

AWS D1.1, AWS D9.1, API 1104

13002360

Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab

11 - 12

None

AWS D1.1, AWS D9.1, API 1104

13002500

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

11 - 12

None

None

Dual Credit Through Grayson College

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13000200

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will allow students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations.

Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13002210

Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13002300

Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: ● ● ●

AWS D1.1 AWS D9.1 API 1104

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Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working techniques. To prepare for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the industry; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations.

In Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication, students will explore career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical systems, students must attain knowledge and skills related to agricultural structures design and fabrication.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13002360

Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab Grade Placement: 11 - 12

In Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to the design and fabrication of agricultural equipment.

Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: ● ● ●

13002500

AWS D1.1 AWS D9.1 API 1104

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories. The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Diesel Mechanics Technology

Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Agricultural Engineering

Agricultural Systems Management

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Agricultural Engineering

Industrial Technology

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OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

$46,582

326

23%

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics

$57,943

2637

31%

Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

$65,490

28,020

4%

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ANIMAL SCIENCE

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Level 2

Livestock Production

Level 3

Veterinary Medical Applications

Level 4

Advanced Animal Science Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Scientific Research and Design

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13000200

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

9 - 12

None

None

13000300

Livestock Production

10 - 12

None

None

Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification

13000700

Advanced Animal Science

11 - 12

Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC); Algebra l and Geometry; and either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock Production.

13002500

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

11 - 12

None

None

13000600

Veterinary Medical Applications

11 - 12

Equine Science, Small Animal Management, or Livestock Production

Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification

13037200

Scientific Research and Design

11 - 12

Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Physics, Chemistry (IPC), or Physics

None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13000200

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will allow students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations.

Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13000300

Livestock Production

In Livestock Production, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to livestock and the livestock production industry. Livestock Production may address topics related to beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.

Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13000600

Veterinary Medical Applications Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: ● ●

Equine Science Small Animal Management

●

Livestock Production

Certifications: ●

Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification

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Veterinary Medical Applications covers topics relating to veterinary practices, including practices for large and small animal species.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13002500

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13000700

Advanced Animal Science

Advanced Animal Science examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ● ● ●

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories. The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster.

Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) Algebra l and Geometry Either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock Production

Certifications: ●

13037200

Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification

Scientific Research and Design

Scientific Research and Design is a broadbased course designed to allow districts and schools considerable flexibility to develop local curriculum to supplement any program of study or coherent sequence. The course has the components of any rigorous scientific or engineering program of study from the problem identification, investigation design, data collection, data analysis, formulation, and presentation of the conclusions. These components are integrated with the career and technical education emphasis of helping students gain entry-level employment in high-skill, high-wage jobs and/or continue their education. Students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement. Students may take this course with different course content for a maximum of three credits.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ● ● ● ●

Biology Chemistry Integrated Physics Chemistry (IPC)

●

Physics

Certifications: None

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POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Biological and Physical Sciences

Entomology

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Animal Science

Zoology/Animal Biology

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

$29,906

1,348

24%

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

$33,679

1,217

24%

Veterinarian

$103,160

347

26%

Animal Sciences

Biotechnology

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PLANT SCIENCE

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Level 2

Floral Design

Level 3

Advanced Floral Design

Level 4

Advanced Plant and Soil Science Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Scientific Research and Design Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13000200

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

9 - 12

None

None

13001800

Floral Design

9 - 12

None

None

N1300270

Advanced Floral Design

11 - 12

Floral Design

Texas State Florist's Association Knowledge Based Floral Certification

13002100

Advanced Plant and Soil Science

11 - 12

None

None

13002500

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

11 - 12

None

None

13037200

Scientific Research and Design

11 - 12

Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Physics, Chemistry (IPC), or Physics

None

Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13000200

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will allow students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations.

Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13001800

Floral Design

Floral Design is designed to develop students' ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises. Through the analysis of artistic floral styles and historical periods, students will develop respect for the traditions and contributions of diverse cultures. Students will respond to and analyze floral designs, thus contributing to the development of lifelong skills of making informed judgments and evaluations.

Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

N1300270

Advanced Floral Design Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: ●

Floral Design

Certifications: ●

Texas State Florist's Association Knowledge Based Floral Certification

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In this course, students build on the knowledge from the Floral Design course and are introduced to more advanced floral design concepts, with an emphasis on specialty designs and specific occasion planning. This course focuses on building skills in advanced floral design and providing students with a thorough understanding of the design elements and planning techniques used to produce unique specialty floral designs that support the goals and objectives of a specific occasion or event.

Through the analysis and evaluation of various occasion and event types, students explore the design needs and expectations of clients and propose and evaluate appropriate creations.

From conception to evaluation, students are challenged to create and design appropriate specialty floral designs that meet the needs of the client. Furthermore, an emphasis on budgetary adherence and entrepreneurship equips students with many of the necessary skills needed for success in floral enterprises.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13002100

Advanced Plant and Soil Science Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13002500

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13037200

Scientific Research and Design Credits: 2 Prerequisites: Biology Chemistry Integrated Physics Chemistry (IPC)

●

Physics

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories. The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster.

Scientific Research and Design is a broadbased course designed to allow districts and schools considerable flexibility to develop local curriculum to supplement any program of study or coherent sequence. The course has the components of any rigorous scientific or engineering program of study from the problem identification, investigation design, data collection, data analysis, formulation, and presentation of the conclusions. These components are integrated with the career and technical education emphasis of helping students gain entry-level employment in high-skill, high-wage jobs and/or continue their education. Students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement. Students may take this course with different course content for a maximum of three credits.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

● ● ● ●

Advanced Plant and Soil Science provides a way of learning about the natural world. Students should know how plant and soil science has influenced a vast body of knowledge, that there are still applications to be discovered, and that plant and soil science is the basis for many other fields of science. To prepare for careers in plant and soil science, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to plant and soil science and the workplace.

Certifications: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Biology/Biological Sciences

Biological and Physical Sciences

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Horticulture

Plant Pathology/ Phytopathology

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Plant Breeding

Botany/Plant Biology

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OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers,and Applicators, Vegetation

$46,153

205

17%

Biological Technicians

$45,787

879

14%

Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

$65,490

28,020

4%

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ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION CAREER CLUSTER The Architecture and Construction career cluster focuses on designing,planning,managing,building, and maintaining thebuiltenvironment. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from architects, carpenters, and construction managers to electricians, plumbers and heating, air conditioning and refrigeration technicians.

HVAC and Sheet Metal The HVAC and SheetMetal program ofstudy focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with installing, servicing, or repairing heating and air conditioning systems. Theprogramofstudy addresses fabrication, assembly, installation, and repairof sheetmetal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

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HVAC AND SHEET METAL

Architecture and Construction Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1 Level 2

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology I

Level 3

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II

Level 4

Career Preparation Practicum in Entrepreneurship

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13005800

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology I

10 - 12

None

N/A

13005900

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II

11 - 12

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology l

N/A

12701300

Career Preparation

11 - 12

None

N/A

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

11 - 12

None

N/A

Dual Credit Through Grayson College

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13005800

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology I Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None

13005900

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

12701300

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology l

Career Preparation

In Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology I, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the industry as technicians in the HVAC and refrigeration industry or building maintenance industry, prepare for a postsecondary degree in a specified field of construction management, or pursue an approved apprenticeship program.

Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, principles of HVAC theory, use of tools, codes, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.

In Masonry Technology I Masonry Technology I (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter the industry as HVAC and refrigeration technicians or building maintenance technicians or supervisors, prepare for a postsecondary degree in a specified field of construction or construction management, or pursue an approved apprenticeship program. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, use of tools, codes, installation of commercial HVAC equipment, heat pumps, troubleshooting techniques, various duct systems, and maintenance practices.

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee.

Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology

Construction Engineering

Construction Engineering

Construction Site Management

Construction Management

Property Maintenance

Building/Construction Site Management

Sheet Metal Technology/ Sheetworking

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Helpers—Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

$33,348

2,366

22%

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

$48,722

3,719

21%

Construction Managers

$95,072

6,325

24%

Construction Management

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ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY, AND COMMUNICATIONS CAREER CLUSTER The Arts, A/V Technology and Communications (AAVTC) Career Cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Careers in the AAVTC career cluster require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication.

Graphic Design and Interactive Media The Graphic Design and Interactive Media program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs,such as packaging, displays, or logos. The program of study includes designing clothing and accessories, creating special effects, animation, or othervisual images usingfilm, video, computers, orother electronictools and media foruse incomputer games,movies,music videos, and commercials.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Digital Communications The Digital Communications program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with the production of audio and visual media formats for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures. This program of study may also include exploration into operating machines and equipment to record sound and images, such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Printing and Imaging The Printing and Imaging regional program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with designing packaging, displays, or logos to meet specific commercial or promotional needs. This program of study includes the foundations of business management, customer service, graphic design, graphic production, and large-format printing.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

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GRAPHIC DESIGN AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication

Level 2

Graphic Design and Illustration I w/Lab

Level 3

Graphic Design and Illustration II w/Lab

Level 4

Career Preparation I Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13008200

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications

9

None

None

13008810

Graphic Design and Illustration I w/Lab

10 - 12

None

None

13008910

Graphic Design and Illustration II w/Lab

10 - 12

Graphic Design and Illustration l

None

12701300

Career Preparation I

11 - 12

None

None

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

11 - 12

None

None

13009000

Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration

10 - 12

Graphic Design and Illustration ll and Graphic Design and Illustration ll La

Audio Visual Communications- Job Ready

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13008200

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Grade Placement: 9 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None

The goal of this course is that the student understands arts, audio/video technology, and communications systems. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.

Certifications: None

13008810

Graphic Design and Illustration I w/Lab Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None

Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design.

Certifications: None

13008910

Graphic Design and Illustration II w/Lab Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Graphic Design and Illustration l

Certifications: None

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Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on mastery of content knowledge and skills. Districts are encouraged to offer this lab in a consecutive block with Graphic Design and Illustration II to allow students sufficient time to master the content of both courses.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 12701300

Career Preparation I

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee.

Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13009000

Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Graphic Design and Illustration ll and Graphic Design and Illustration ll Lab

Certifications: ●

Audio Visual Communications- Job Ready

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In addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/ Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop a technical understanding of the industry with a focus on skill proficiency. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Graphic Design

Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

Digital Arts

Design and Visual Communications

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Software Developers

$111,705

15,324

36%

Graphic Designers

$50,973

1,766

10%

Art Directors

$81,926

619

18%

Game and Interactive Media Design

Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects

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DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS

Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication Professional Communications

Level 2

Audio/Video Production I w/Lab

Level 3

Audio/Video Production II w/Lab

Level 4

Career Preparation I Practicum in Audio/Video Production Practicum in Entrepreneurship

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13008200

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications

9

None

None

13009900

Professional Communications

9 - 12

None

None

13008500

Audio/Video Production I w/Lab

9 - 12

None

None

13008600

Audio/Video Production II w/Lab

10 - 12

Audio/Video Production l

None

12701300

Career Preparation I

11 - 12

None

None

13008700

Practicum in Audio/Video Production

11 - 12

Audio/Video Production ll Audio/Video Production ll Lab

Audio Visual Communications- Job Ready or NOCTI Video Production

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

11 - 12

None

None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13008200

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Grade Placement: 9 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None

The goal of this course is that the student understands arts, audio/video technology, and communications systems. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.

Certifications: None

13009900

Professional Communications

Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a careerbased environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication.

Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct internet research.

Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: .5 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13008500

Audio/Video Production l w/Lab Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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In addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/ Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post- production audio and video products.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13008600

Audio/Video Production ll w/Lab Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: ●

Audio/Video Production l

Certifications: None

12701300

Career Preparation I

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13008700

Practicum in Audio/Video Production Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Audio/Video Production ll

Certifications: ● ●

Building upon the concepts taught in Audio/ Video Production, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post- production products. This course may be implemented in an audio format or a format with both audio and video.

Audio Visual Communications- Job Ready NOCTI Video Production

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Building upon the concepts taught in Audio/ Video Production II and its corequisite Audio/Video Production II Lab, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/ Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an increasing understanding of the industry with a focus on applying pre- production, production, and post-production audio and video products in a professional environment. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio/video or audio format. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee.

Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Recording Arts Technology/Technician

Recording Arts Technology/Technician

Recording Arts Technology/Technician

Sound Engineering Technicians

$39,562

79

27%

Cinematography & Video Film Production

Radio & Television

Radio & Television

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture

$50,024

129

9%

Radio & Television Broadcasting Technician

Agricultural Communications/Journalism

Agricultural Communications/Journalism

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians

$40,581

757

29%

Music Technology

Cinematography & Video Film Production

Cinematography & Video Film Production

Film and Video Editors

$47,382

118

23%

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PRINTING AND IMAGING

Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication

Level 2

Graphic Design and Illustration I

Level 3

Printing and Imaging Technology I

Level 4

Printing and Imaging Technology II Career Preparation for Programs of Study

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13008200

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications

9

None

None

13008800

Graphic Design and Illustration I

10 - 12

None

Graphic Production Technology - Job Ready

13009600

Printing and Imaging Technology I

9 - 12

None

None

13009700

Printing and Imaging Technology II

10 - 12

None

None

12701300

Career Preparation for Programs of Study

11 - 12

None

None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13008200

Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Grade Placement: 9 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None

The goal of this course is that the student understands arts, audio/video technology, and communications systems. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.

Certifications: None

13008800

Graphic Design and Illustration I Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None

Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design.

Certifications: ●

13009600

Graphic Production Technology - Job Ready

Printing and Imaging Technology I Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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Careers in printing span all aspects of the industry, including prepress, press, and finishing and bindery operations. In addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the printing industry with a focus on digital prepress and digital publishing.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13009700

Printing and Imaging Technology II Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None

In addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/ Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the printing industry with a focus on digital prepress and desktop digital publishing.

Certifications: None

12701300

Career Preparation for Programs of Study Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Graphic Design

Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

Digital Arts

Commercial and Advertising Art

Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects

Game and Interactive Media Design

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

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OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Multimedia Artists and Animators

$65,036

337

20%

Art Directors

$81,926

619

18%

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BUSINESS, MARKETING, AND FINANCE CAREER CLUSTER The Business, Marketing, and Finance Career Cluster focuses on careers in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.

Business Management The Business Management program of study teaches CTE learners how to plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative services and operations of an organization. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to formulate policies, manage daily operations, and allocate the use of materials and human resources. This program of study will also introduce students to mathematical modeling tools and organizational evaluation methods.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Business, Marketing, and Finance Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Business Information Management I

Level 2

Business Information Management II

Level 3

Business Management

Level 4

Career Preparation I Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Business Management Statistics and Business Decision Making

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13011400

Business Information Management l

9 - 12

None

None

13011500

Business Information Management lI

10 - 12

Business Information Management l

NOCTI General Management NOCTI Admin Assisting

13012100

Business Management

10 - 12

None

None

12701300

Career Preparation I

11 - 12

None

None

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

11 - 12

None

None

13012200

Practicum in Business Management

11 - 12

None

None

13016900

Statistics and Business Decision Making

11 - 12

Algebra ll

None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13011400

Business Information Management l Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13011500

Business Information Management lI Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: ●

Business Information Management l

Certifications: ● ●

13012100

NOCTI General Management NOCTI Admin Assisting

Business Management

In Business Information Management I, students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

In Business Information Management II, students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software.

Business Management is designed to familiarize students with the concepts related to business management as well as the functions of management, including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. Students will also demonstrate interpersonal and projectmanagement skills.

Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 12701300

Career Preparation I

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee.

Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13012200

Practicum in Business Management Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13016900

Statistics and Business Decision Making Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: ●

Algebra ll

Certifications: None

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Practicum in Business Management is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs.

Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions.

Statistics and Business Decision Making is an introduction to statistics and the application of statistics to business decision making. Students will use statistics to make business decisions.

Students will determine the appropriateness of methods used to collect data to ensure conclusions are valid.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Business Administration and Management

Human Resources Management

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Business Analytics

Accounting and Business

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Business Administration and Management

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

First-Line Supervisors of Administrative Support Workers

$59,585

13,885

9%

Human Resources Specialists

$61,278

6,239

23%

General and Operations Managers

$83,220

25,450

23%

Organizational Leadership

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING CAREER CLUSTER The Education and Training Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing education and training services and related learning support services. All parts of courses are designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the Education and Training career cluster.

Teaching and Training The Teaching and Training program of study prepares CTE learners for careers related to teaching, instruction, and creation of instructional and enrichment materials. The program of study introduces CTE learners to a wide variety of student groups and their corresponding needs. It familiarizes them with the processes for developing curriculum, coordinating educational content, and coaching groups and individuals.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

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TEACHING AND TRAINING Education and Training Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Human Services

Level 2

Human Growth and Development

Level 3

Instructional Practices

Level 4

Career Preparation I Practicum in Education and Training Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13024200

Principles of Human Services

9 - 12

None

None

13014300

Human Growth and Development

10 - 12

None

None

13014400

Instructional Practices

11 - 12

One credit from Education and Training Career Cluster

None

12701300

Career Preparation I

11 - 12

None

None

13014500

Practicum in Education and Training

12

Instructional Practices

Educational Aide

Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13024200

Principles of Human Services

Principles of Human Services is a laboratory course that will enable students to investigate careers in the Human Services Career Cluster, including counseling and mental health, early childhood development, family and community, personal care, and consumer services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, highwage, or high-demand human services careers.

Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13014300

Human Growth and Development Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13014400

Instructional Practices Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

One credit from Education and Training Career Cluster

Certifications: None

12701300

Career Preparation I

Human Growth and Development is an examination of human development across the lifespan with emphasis on research, theoretical perspectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social developmental milestones. The course covers material that is generally taught in a postsecondary, onesemester introductory course in developmental psychology or human development.

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13014500

Practicum in Education and Training Grade Placement: 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Instructional Practices

Certifications: ●

Educational Aide

Practicum in Education and Training Grade Placement: Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone Grade Placement: Credits: Prerequisites: Certifications:

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Practicum in Education and Training is a field-based internship that provides students background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices.

Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence education and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high schoolaged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching

Educational/Instructional Technology

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Elementary Education and Teaching

Secondary Education and Teaching

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Educational Leadership and Administration, General

Curriculum and Instruction

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OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary

$28,066

10,000

15%

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special Education and CTE

$61,035

8,288

14%

Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary

$81,976

2,676

14%

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HEALTH SCIENCE CAREER CLUSTER The Health Science Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostics services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.

To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, communicate effectively, and work well with others.

Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services The Healthcare Therapeutic program of study introduces students to occupations and educational opportunities related to diagnosing and treating acute, episodic, or chronic illness independently or as part of a healthcare team. This program of study also includes an introduction to the opportunities associated with providing treatment and counsel to patients as well as rehabilitative programs that help build or restore daily living skills to persons with disabilities or developmental delays.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement OR (if math/science requirements are met) Meets the requirements of the STEM Endorsement

Exercise Science, Wellness, and Restoration The Medical Therapy program of study focuses on the study of biology and medicine in order to introduce students to the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in the healthcare field in occupations such as, Respiratory, Occupational, Physical, or Speech Therapy. CTE learners may also practice patient care and communication.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

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DIAGNOSTIC & THERAPEUTIC SERVICES Health Science Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Health Science

Level 2

Medical Terminology

Level 3

Anatomy and Physiology Health Science Theory/Health Science Clinical Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Level 4

Practicum in Health Science

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13020200

Principles of Health Science

9 - 10

None

None

13020300

Medical Terminology

9 - 12

None

None

13020600

Anatomy and Physiology

10 - 12

Biology and a second science credit

None

13020410

Health Science Theory/ Health Science Clinical

10 - 12

Biology

None

N1303015

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

11 - 12

Biology and Chemistry

Dual Credit

13020500

Practicum in Health Science

11 - 12

Biology and Health Science Theory

None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13020200

Principles of Health Science

The Principles of Health Science course is designed to provide an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry.

Grade Placement: 9 - 10 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13020300

Medical Terminology

The Medical Terminology course is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, singular and plural forms, and medical abbreviations. The course allows students to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology.

Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13020600

Anatomy and Physiology Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: ●

Biology and a second science credit

Certifications: None

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The Anatomy and Physiology course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13020410

Health Science Theory/Health Science Clinical Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Biology

The Health Science Clinical course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. Districts are encouraged to offer this course in a consecutive block with Health Science Theory to allow students sufficient time to master the content of both courses.

Certifications: None

N1303015

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: ●

13020500

Dual Credit

Practicum in Health Science

The Practicum in Health Science course is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills.

Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Biology

●

Health Science Theory

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)—Basic instructs students to meet and exceed standard knowledge needed to be a valid Emergency Medical Technician. The curriculum includes skills necessary for a student to provide entry level emergency medical care, life support, and ambulance service. The EMT—Basic course is an introductory course to concepts, knowledge, and skills needed by EMTs in the areas of communications, transportation, and recordkeeping. Students interested in working in public safety, including fire, police, and ambulance operators will be capable of performing the job expectations of an EMT safely and effectively after the completion of this course.

Certifications: None

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POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Emergency Medical Technology

Radiologic Technology/ Science

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Emergency Medical Technology

Medical Insurance Coding

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Medical Assistants

$36,834

11,638

29%

Dental Hygienists

$79,663

1,352

32%

Physician Assistants

$127,332

974

41%

Medicine

Occupational Therapy

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EXERCISE SCIENCE, WELLNESS, AND RESTORATION Health Science Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Principles of Health Science

Level 2

Kinesiology I Medical Terminology Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Level 3

Anatomy and Physiology Health Science Theory/Health Science Clinical Kinesiology II

Level 4

Career Preparation I Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Health Science

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13020200

Principles of Health Science

9 - 10

None

None

N1302104

Kinesiology I

9 - 10

None

None

13020300

Medical Terminology

9 - 12

None

None

13024500

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

9 - 12

None

Pre-Professional Certification in Nutrition, Food, and Wellness

13020600

Anatomy and Physiology

10 - 12

Biology and a second science credit

None

13020410

Health Science Theory/ Health Science Clinical

10 - 12

Biology

None

N1302124

Kinesiology II

11 - 12

None

None

12701300

Career Preparation I

11 - 12

None

None

Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone

None

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

11 - 12

None

None

13020500

Practicum in Health Science

11 - 12

Health Science Theory and Biology

None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13020200

Principles of Health Science

The Principles of Health Science course is designed to provide an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry.

Grade Placement: 9 - 10 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

N1302104

Kinesiology I

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of kinesiology. Students will gain an understanding of body mechanics, physiological functions of muscles and movements, the history of kinesiology, and the psychological impact of sports and athletic performance. Students will also explore careers within the kinesiology field and be able to explain the societal demand for kinesiologyrelated jobs. Students will develop a foundation in Kinesiology I that will prepare them for upperlevel courses that will dive deeper into the anatomical and physiological functions of the body and provide opportunities for an industrycertified exam such as a certified personal trainer.

Grade Placement: 9 - 10 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13020300

Medical Terminology

The Medical Terminology course is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, singular and plural forms, and medical abbreviations. The course allows students to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology.

Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: N/A

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13024500

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness is a laboratory course that allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education and training, human services, and health sciences.

Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: .5 Prerequisites: None Certifications: ●

13020600

Pre-Professional Certification in Nutrition, Food, and Wellness

Anatomy and Physiology

The Anatomy and Physiology course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.

Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: ●

Biology

●

A second science credit.

Certifications: None

13020410

Health Science Theory/Health Science Clinical Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Biology

Certifications: None

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The Health Science Clinical course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. Districts are encouraged to offer this course in a consecutive block with Health Science Theory to allow students sufficient time to master the content of both courses.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS N1302124

Kinesiology II

The Kinesiology II course is designed to provide students an advanced level of knowledge, skills, and understanding of body composition and the effect on health, nutritional needs of physically active individuals, qualitative biomechanics, application of therapeutic modalities, appropriate rehabilitation services, and aerobic training intensity programs. The course is designed to allow students to advance their understanding of professional standards, employability skills, and ethical and legal standards. Throughout this course, students explore the healthcare/exercise business model and gain an understanding of therapeutic sports psychology. Students develop proper aerobic fitness programs and rehabilitation programs. Kinesiology II prepares students for an industry certification exam such as Certified Personal Trainer.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

12701300

Career Preparation I

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone Grade Placement: Credits: Prerequisites: Certifications:

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee.

Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13020500

Practicum in Health Science

The Practicum in Health Science course is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills.

Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Biology

●

Health Science Theory

Certifications: ●

Certified Nursing Assistant

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Associate of Applied Science

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Nutrition Sciences

Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

Exercise Science and Kinesiology

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

$44,916

5,022

41%

Physical Therapist Assistants

$74,866

1,218

44%

Athletic Trainers

$54,447

295

13%

Physical Therapy

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HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM CAREER CLUSTER The Hospitality and Tourism career cluster focuses on the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel-related services. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from reservation and transportation ticket agent to event planner and general manager.

Culinary Arts The Culinary Arts program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the planning, directing, or coordinating activities of a food and beverage organization or department. This program of study includes opportunities involved in directing and participating in the preparation of food.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

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CULINARY ARTS

Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Introduction to Culinary Arts

Level 2

Culinary Arts

Level 3

Advanced Culinary Arts

Level 4

Career Preparation I Practicum in Culinary Arts Practicum in Entrepreneurship

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13022550

Introduction to Culinary Arts

9 - 10

None

None

13022600

Culinary Arts

10 - 12

None

None

13022650

Advanced Culinary Arts

10 - 12

Culinary Arts

ServSafe Manager

12701300

Career Preparation I

11 - 12

None

None

13022700

Practicum in Culinary Arts

11 - 12

Culinary Arts

None

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

11 - 12

Culinary Arts

None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13022550

Introduction to Culinary Arts

Introduction to Culinary Arts will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a wellrun restaurant. Introduction to Culinary Arts will provide insight into food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. This course is offered as a classroom and laboratory-based course.

Grade Placement: 9 - 10 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13022600

Culinary Arts

Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification or other appropriate industry certifications.

Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13022650

Advanced Culinary Arts

Advanced Culinary Arts will extend content and enhance skills introduced in Culinary Arts by indepth instruction of industry-driven standards to prepare students for success in higher education, certifications, and/or immediate employment.

Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Culinary Arts

Certifications: ●

ServSafe Manager

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 12701300

Career Preparation I

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13022700

Practicum in Culinary Arts

Practicum in Culinary Arts is a unique practicum that provides occupationally specific opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with actual business and industry career experiences. Practicum in Culinary Arts integrates academic and career and technical education; provides more interdisciplinary instruction; and supports strong partnerships among schools, businesses, and community institutions with the goal of preparing students with a variety of skills in a fast-changing culinary art based workplace.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: ●

Culinary Arts

Certifications: None

N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee.

Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Culinary Arts

Baking and Pastry Arts

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Hotel/Motel Administration/ Management

Culinary Science

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Bakers

$29,466

2,942

26%

Chefs and Head Cooks

$44,761

950

37%

General and Operations Managers

$83,220

25,450

23%

Organizational Leadership

Foodservice Systems Administration/Management

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HUMAN SERVICES CAREER CLUSTER The Human Services career cluster focuses on preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs such as counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care services, and consumer services. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from community health workers to cosmetologists and nutritionists.

Family and Community Services The Family and Community Services program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with social services, including child and human development and consumer sciences. This program of study includes managing social and community services, managing family and consumer sciences, and understanding career paths in social work or therapy for children, families, or school communities.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

Cosmetology and Personal Care Services The Cosmetology and Personal CareServices regional program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with providing beauty and personal care services. This program of study includes managing personal care facilities and coordinating or supervising personal service workers.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

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FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES Human Services Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Professional Communications

Level 2

Human Growth and Development Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Level 3

Family and Community Services

Level 4

Career Preparation I Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone Practicum in Entrepreneurship Practicum in Human Services

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13009900

Professional Communications

9 - 12

None

None

13014300

Human Growth and Development

10 - 12

None

None

13024500

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

9 - 12

None

None

13024900

Family and Community Services

10 - 12

None

None

12701300

Career Preparation I

11 - 12

None

None

Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

11 - 12

None

None

13025000

Practicum in Human Services

11 - 12

None

Community Health Workers

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13009900

Professional Communications

Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a careerbased environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication.

Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct internet research.

Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: .5 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13014300

Human Growth and Development Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13024500

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness Grade Placement: 9 - 12 Credits: .5 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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Human Growth and Development is an examination of human development across the lifespan with emphasis on research, theoretical perspectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social developmental milestones. The course covers material that is generally taught in a postsecondary, onesemester introductory course in developmental psychology or human development.

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness is a laboratory course that allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education and training, human services, and health sciences.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13024900

Family and Community Services Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

12701300

Career Preparation I

Family and Community Services is a laboratorybased course designed to involve students in realistic and meaningful community-based activities through direct service or servicelearning experiences. Students are provided opportunities to interact with and provide services to individuals, families, and the community through community or volunteer services. Emphasis is placed on developing and enhancing organizational and leadership skills and characteristics.

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace.

Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

Career and Technical Education Project Based Capstone Grade Placement: Credits: Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS N1303425

Practicum in Entrepreneurship

The Practicum in Entrepreneurship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom learnings and experiences to real-world business problems and opportunities, while expanding their skill sets and professional relationships as a real or simulated business owner versus the experience one would have as an employee.

Students will prepare for an entrepreneurial career in their area of interest in their career cluster and build on and apply the knowledge and skills gained from courses taken in an array of career areas. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of the student’s need for work-based learning experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. It is recommended that students are paired with local business owners or employers in their specific industry program of study.

Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13025000

Practicum in Human Services

Practicum in Human Services provides background knowledge and occupation-specific training that focuses on the development of consumer services, early childhood development and services, counseling and mental health services, and family and community-services careers. Content for Practicum in Human Services is designed to meet the occupational preparation needs and interests of students and should be based upon the knowledge and skills selected from two or more courses in a coherent sequence in the human services cluster. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

Grade Placement: 10 - 12 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: None Certifications: ●

Community Health Workers

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Social Work

Human Development and Family Studies

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Social Work

Human Development and Family Studies

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Community Health Workers

$39,520

501

25%

Social and Human Service Assistants

$38,442

3,298

21%

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

$49,398

2,342

14%

Mental Health Counseling

Marriage and Family Therapy

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COSMETOLOGY AND PERSONAL CARE SERVICES Human Services Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

Cosmetology I w/Lab

Level 4

Cosmetology II w/Lab

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

13025210

Cosmetology I w/Lab

10 - 11

None

None

13025310

Cosmetology II w/Lab

11 - 12

Cosmetology I/Cosmetology I Lab

None

Dual Credit Through Grayson College

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 13025210

Cosmetology I w/Lab

Cosmetology I/Cosmetology I Lab provides students additional lab time to develop proficient and mastery level cosmetology skills and techniques as required by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation licensing standards.

Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery in conducting the skills and techniques learned in Cosmetology I with little to no guidance.

Grade Placement: 10 - 11 Credits: 3 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13025310

Cosmetology II w/Lab Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 3 Prerequisites: ●

Cosmetology I/Cosmetology I Lab

Certifications: None

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Cosmetology II /Cosmetology II Lab provides students additional lab time to develop proficient and mastery level cosmetology skills and techniques as required by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation licensing standards.

Students are expected to develop proficient and mastery level work samples and to expand their work experiences.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

$27,286

8,014

25%

Skincare Specialists

$35,112

778

38%

First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers

$36,795

2,253

29%

Cosmetology Operator

Esthetics and Skin Care

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LAW AND PUBLIC SERVICE CAREER CLUSTER The Law and Public Service career cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing legal services, public safety, protective services, and homeland security, including professional and technical support services. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from police officer and firefighter to political scientist and lawyer.

Fire Science The Fire Science program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with fire prevention, protection, and firefighting. This program of study includes firefighter safety, building codes, and the necessary physical skills to perform rescues. Students will learn about preparedness, basic fire suppression techniques, basic arson investigation, hazardous material management, and educating the public about fire safety.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

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FIRE SCIENCE

Law and Public Service Career Cluster SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

Emergency Medical Technician—Basic

Level 4

Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NO.

COURSE NAME

GRADE

PREREQUISITES

CERTIFICATIONS

N1303015

Emergency Medical Technician— Basic

11 - 12

None

None

13030100

Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

11 - 12

None

None

Dual Credit Through Grayson College

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS N1303015

Emergency Medical Technician—Basic Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

13030100

Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security Grade Placement: 11 - 12 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: None Certifications: None

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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)—Basic instructs students to meet and exceed standard knowledge needed to be a valid Emergency Medical Technician. The curriculum includes skills necessary for a student to provide entry level emergency medical care, life support, and ambulance service. The EMT—Basic course is an introductory course to concepts, knowledge, and skills needed by EMTs in the areas of communications, transportation, and recordkeeping. Students interested in working in public safety, including fire, police, and ambulance operators will be capable of performing the job expectations of an EMT safely and effectively after the completion of this course.

The practicum course is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills in law, public safety, corrections, and security. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

Emergency Medical Technology

Fire Protection Technology

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

OCCUPATIONS

MEDIAN WAGE

ANNUAL OPENINGS

% GROWTH

Emergency Medical Technicians

$34,169

1,590

19%

Firefighters

$52,353

2,294

14%

Fire Inspectors and Investigators

$67,014

203

14%

Fire Science

Emergency Health Services

— 93 —

— 94 —

— 95 —

— 96 —