Career and Technical Education
What is Career and Technical Education A program of study that involves a coherent sequence of courses that integrates core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers.
Career Clusters and Pathways A career cluster is a group of jobs and industries that are related by skills or products. 16 Career Clusters & 79 Career Pathways
16 Career Clusters
Career Development Career Preparation I* Career Preparation II* Problems and Solutions THE work program
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Advanced Environmental Technology Livestock Production Equine Science Principles of Agriculture Food Processing Professional Standards in Agri-Business Food Technology and Safety Wildlife, fisheries, and Ecology Management Forestry and Woodland Ecosystems Range Ecology/Management Horticulture Science Small Animal Management Landscape Design and Turf Grass Management Vet Medical Applications Practicum in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources*
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (cont.) Advanced Animal Science** (Science CTE credit) Energy and Natural Resources Advanced Plant and Soil Science** (Science CTE credit) Principles and Elements of Floral Design Agribusiness Management and Marketing Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources** (Math CTE credit) Agricultural Facilities Design and Fabrication Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies Agricultural Power Systems
Architecture and Construction Principles of Architecture and Construction Construction Management Interior Design Advanced Construction Management Advanced Interior Design Construction Technology Practicum in Interior Design* Advanced Construction Technology Architectural Design Practicum in Construction Management* Advanced Architectural Design Building Maintenance Technology Practicum in Architectural Design* Technology Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology Advanced Building Maintenance
Architecture and Construction (cont) Electrical Technology Advanced Electrical Technology HVAC and Refrigeration Technology Piping and Plumbing Technology Advanced Piping and Plumbing Technology
Arts, Audio Video Technology, and Communications Professional Communications Commercial Photography Principles of Arts, Audio Video Technology, Advanced Commercial Photography Animation Practicum in Audion Video Production Advanced Animation Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration Audio Video Production Printing and Imaging technology Advanced Audio Video Production Advanced Printing and Imaging Technology Graphic Design and Illustration Practicum in Printing and Imaging Technology Advanced Graphic Design and Illustration
Arts, Audio Video Technology, and Communications Fashion Design Advanced Fashion Design Practicum in Fashion Design
Business Management and Administration Accounting I Touch System Data Entry Accounting II Practicum in Business Management Business Information Management I Business Management Business Information Management II Global Business Business Law Human Resources Management Financial Analysis Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance Insurance Operations Virtual Business Securities and Investments Statistics and Risk Management** (CTE Math)
Education and Training Instructional Practices in Education and Training Principles of Education and Training Practicum in Education and Training* Human Growth and Development
Government and Public Administration Foreign Service and Diplomacy Revenue, Taxation and Regulation Planning and Governance National Security Political Science I Political Science II Principles of Government and Public Administration Public Management and Administration Practicum in Local, State and Federal Government*
Health Science Health Science Medical Terminology Principles of Health Science World Health Research Practicum in Health Science* Anatomy and Physiology Medical Microbiology Pathophysiology
Hospitality and Tourism Hotel Management Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Restaurant Management Travel and Tourism Management Hospitality Services Practicum in Hospitality and Tourism* Culinary Arts Practicum in Culinary Arts* Food Science** (Science CTE)
Human Services Child Development Dollars and Sense Child Guidance Introduction to Cosmetology Family and Community Services Cosmetology I Interpersonal Studies Cosmetology II Principles of Human Services Practicum in Human Services* Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness Counseling and Mental Health
Information Technology Principles of Information Technology Research in Information Technology Solutions Telecommunications and Networking Digital and Interactive Media Web Technologies Computer Programming Advanced Computer Programming Computer Maintenance Computer Technician
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Correctional Officer Practicum in Law, Public, Safety, Corrections and Security Court Systems and Practices Forensic Science** (Science CTE) Firefighter I Firefighter II Law Enforcement I Law Enforcement II Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Security Services
Manufacturing Principles of Manufacturing Welding Precision Metal Manufacturing Advanced Welding Advanced Precision Metal Manufacturing Flexible Manufacturing Advanced Flexible Manufacturing Manufacturing Engineering Practicum in Manufacturing*
Marketing Sports and Entertainment Marketing Marketing Dynamics Practicum in Marketing Dynamics* Advertising and Sales Promotion Fashion Marketing Entrepreneurship Retailing and E-tailing
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Concepts of Engineering and Technology Electronics Biotechnology Advanced Electronics Advanced Biotechnology** (Science CTE) Robotics and Automation Engineering Design and Presentation Principles of Technology Advanced Engineering Design and Presentation Engineering Design and Problem Solving Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Engineering Mathematics** (Math CTE) Scientific Research and Design
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Energy, Power and Transportation Systems Aircraft Technology Logistics, Planning and Management Systems Advanced Aircraft Technology Principles of Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Advanced Automotive Technology Transportation Systems Management Collision Repair and Refinishing Practicum in Transportation, Distribution and Logistics* Advanced Collision Repair and Refinishing Small Engine Technology Advanced Small Engine Technology
So.what could this look like at MHS? Consider these possibilities...
Welding Program Welding Certification - AWS Dual Credit opportunities Classes held locally Welding competitions statewide
Cosmetology Program Dual Credit with Ranger Junior College Open to Juniors and Seniors Graduate as a licensed cosmetologist Classes located in Hamilton during school day
Graphic Arts ~ Print Shop Business Pathway Run a full functioning print shop Make t-shirts/decals/signs/etc. Market goods throughout community
Business & Finance ~ Coffee Shop Create and maintain a MHS Starbucks Order supplies/manage personnel/market surveys Earn real world business experience at MHS
Culinary Arts Program Learn in a culinary kitchen setting Food truck possibilities Potential Dual Credit opportunities Compete across Texas
Media & Broadcasting Program Produce local news programs Learn behind the scenes aspects of broadcasting Work with Green Screen technology Journalism skill development
Aero Space Science Program SystemsGo Competitions Compete in Fredericksburg and White Sands Design, Build, & Market Rockets Earn state and national recognition
Floral Design Program Create floral arrangements, mums, sprays, etc. Combine with business to learn to run your own florist shop. Counts as a fine arts credit for HS graduation
Health Science ~ Certified Nurse Aide Program Prepare for CNA exam upon graduation Partner with local nursing facilities for clinical hours Future job prospects through internships
Health Science ~ Pharmacy Tech Program Prepare for the Pharm Tech Exam upon program completion Employment opportunities in retail or hospital pharmacies
The possibilities are endless... What s in your future?