Career and Technical Education
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Career and technical education (CTE) is the practice of teaching skills-based careers to students in middle school, high school, and post-secondary institutions. Today, CTE looks very different at the high school level. Many CTE programs now focus on areas typically associated with associate or bachelor’s degrees, such as engineering or business, meaning they are more academically rigorous than those of a previous generation. All of this is done while providing students with hands-on learning that allows them apply academics to real-world problems.
Our CTE department at Northview currently offers eight CTE pathways for students. If a student successfully completes the three course series for a pathway, they are eligible to take a state-approved end of pathway assessment. Many end of pathway assessments will offer an industry-recognized credential if passed. Students may also have the opportunity to earn a CTE Pathway Seal or a CTE Pathway Distinguish Seal on their high school diploma by completing a CTE pathway and passing the designated end of pathway assessment.
- Pathway: Advanced Accounting
- Pathway: Audio-Visual Technology and Film
- Pathway: Business Accounting
- Pathway: Engineering and Technology
- Pathway: Information Technology
- Pathway: Marketing and Management
- Pathway: Mental Health
- Pathway: Public Health
- Pathway: Sports Medicine
Pathway: Advanced Accounting
- Intro to Business & Technology: Learn about computers, marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, accounting, human resources, and risk management. Students will have the opportunity to become MOS Certified, which is an industry recognized credential.
- Principles of Accounting I: Planning to be a business major in college? Accounting is a MUST! Learn to implement the steps of the accounting cycle. Simulations will provide students with opportunities to utilize their accounting knowledge in operating different types of businesses.
- Honors Accounting: Are you thinking about pursuing a career in accounting and possibly becoming a financial analyst for a corporation? Honors Accounting will provide you with an insight into the corporate world of accounting. You will learn how to analyze articles of incorporation and how to make managerial decisions based on accounting information. Simulations will provide you with opportunities to utilize your skills and knowledge of corporate accounting principles. 10th-12th only
Pathway: Audio-Visual Technology and Film
Audio-Visual Technology and Film
- Audio-Video, Technology & Film 1: This course provides an introductory overview of film and television production with an emphasis on technical operation and storytelling. Students are instructed on the correct operation of studio and field production equipment, as well as screenwriting and post-production editing. This yearlong course will provide the basic knowledge required to progress on to the advanced levels of the program. Extracurricular productions are a requirement of this program.
- Audio-Video, Technology & Film 2: Students work as crew members on in-field projects to reinforce the production process. Participants serve as writers, producers, directors and more as they complete projects for entry into film competitions, festivals, and for projects that showcase Northview’s amazing curricular and extracurricular features. Students will work with computer-based editing as part of the course. Leadership opportunities afford themselves to students as producers of various departmental projects. Extracurricular productions are a requirement of this program. Additional fees may be required for entry into competitions.
Pathway: Business Accounting
- Intro to Business & Technology: Learn about computers, marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, accounting, human resources, and risk management. Students will have the opportunity to become MOS Certified, which is an industry recognized credential.
- Financial Literacy: Students will learn about money management, financial security, credit management, budgeting, investing, and consumer rights and responsibilities.
- Principles of Accounting I: Planning to be a business major in college? Accounting is a MUST! Learn to implement the steps of the accounting cycle. Simulations will provide students with opportunities to utilize their accounting knowledge in operating different types of businesses.
Pathway: Engineering and Technology
- Foundations of Engineering & Technology: The Foundations of Engineering and Technology is the introductory course for the Engineering and Technology Education pathways. This STEM driven course provides the students with an overview of engineering and technology, including the different methods used in the engineering design process, developing fundamental technology and engineering literacy. Students will demonstrate the skills and knowledge they have learned through various project-based activities while using an engineering design process to successfully master the “E” in STEM.
- Robotics & Automated Systems: Upon completing this course, students will be able to apply their knowledge of computer aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC), robotics, computer assisted manufacturing
(CAM), programmable logic controllers, automated guided vehicles (AGV), and computer integrated manufacturing (CIM). Students will apply the principles of PLC, CIM, CAD, CAM, and robotics in the manufacturing of a product. Students will identify and explain the major engineering tasks in organizing automated manufacturing, including the utilization of programmable control devices and data transfer. - Production Enterprises: The purpose of this course is to give students on understanding of how to design and implement a production system. Students learn how businesses engage in the production of products beginning with pre-production activities and continuing through post-production activities. Additionally, students will learn about the historical and societal impact of production. Students will also develop an understanding of careers available in manufacturing and the skills and education required for those careers.
Pathway: Information Technology
- Introduction to Software Technology: This course is designed for high school students to understand, communicate, and adapt to a digital world as it impacts their personal life, society, and the business world. Exposure to foundational knowledge in programming languages, software development, app creation, and user interfacing applications are all taught in a computer lab with hands-on activities and project-focused tasks.
- AP Computer Science Principles: AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the central ideas of computer science, instilling the ideas and practices of computational thinking and inviting students to understand how computing changes the world. The rigorous course promotes deep learning of computational content, develops computational thinking skills, and engages students in the creative aspects of the field. The course is unique in its focus on fostering students to be creative (College Board AP CSP Framework 2016-17). Competencies in the co-curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), are integral components of both the employability skills standards and content standards for this course. It can lead to taking AP Computer Science or can be taken after AP Computer Science depending on the student’s interests and schedule.
- AP Computer Science: This year long course is designed to be the equivalent of one semester-long college introductory course in programming. The course is geared toward preparing students to take the College Board’s Advanced Placement Exam. Major emphasis is on programming using the language JAVA, on programming methodology, and problem solving. Students will learn to create interesting projects such as business and educational computer applications using JAVA. Software engineering, computer hardware systems, new computer technologies and the social implications of computing typical first-year college level computer science topics are integrated into this course. Students are trained on the multiple-choice and free-response questions that are on the AP Exam. Can count as a 4th year Science for Georgia Colleges.
Pathway: Marketing and Management
- Marketing Principles: The Marketing Principles Class gives students a broad view of all things Marketing - and all things that affect the Marketing Function. Students develop a basic understanding of Employability, Foundational and Business Administration skills, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Analysis, Human Resources Management, Information Management, Promotion, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Instructional methods include reading, and a variety of fun projects and games.
- Marketing & Entrepreneurship: This course allows students to build on marketing theories by providing practical application scenarios which test these theories. During the class period, students manage and operate the school store. You will learn about personal selling, promotion, and teamwork with an emphasis on small business ownership. Students also learn about entrepreneurship through a hands-on Food Truck simulation, creating business cards, flyers, analyzing income and expense statements and more. Operating the school store and "running" a Food Truck can be a great experience (and is a lot of fun).
- Marketing Management: Marketing Management is one of the three courses in the Marketing and Management pathway. It is open to 11th and 12th grade students looking to improve planning, leadership and communication skills. Students assume managerial perspectives by applying marketing and management principles to a variety of projects and events in a very hands-on and interactive environment. Students learn to critically evaluate their own and their peers' events and projects. Students learn the importance of leading a team as well as being a team player.
Pathway: Mental Health
- Introduction to Healthcare Science: This course will enable students to receive initial exposure to the many Healthcare Science careers as well as employability, communication, and technology skills necessary in the healthcare industry. The concepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as the legal, ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. Fundamental healthcare skills development is initiated including microbiology, basic life support and first aid. This course will provide students with a competitive edge to be the better candidate for either entry into the healthcare global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.
- Essentials of Healthcare: The Essentials of Healthcare is a medical-focused anatomy course addressing the physiology of each body system, along with the investigation of common diseases, disorders and emerging diseases. The prevention of disease and the diagnosis and treatment that might be utilized are addressed, along with medical terminology related to each system. This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate technical skills that enforce the goal of helping students make connections between medical procedures and the pathophysiology of diseases and disorders. Can count as a Human Anatomy Science credit.
- Mental Health: This course will introduce and prepare high school students for college and career pathways that focus on emotional, mental, and behavioral health and wellness. While learning about diverse mental health needs, students will gain knowledge about techniques used in recognizing, preventing, supporting, and treating various behavioral and mental health disorders. A variety of careers will be discussed and explored to provide career options that could pertain to mental health and social work services. Students participating in this pathway may spend time researching and understanding the value of mental health for individuals, families, and communities. Exploration of careers in this field could take place through observations in simulated lab scenarios, job shadowing, telehealth, guest speakers, or other clinical exposure.
Pathway: Public Health
- Introduction to Healthcare Science: This course will enable students to receive initial exposure to the many Healthcare Science careers as well as employability, communication, and technology skills necessary in the healthcare industry. The concepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as the legal, ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. Fundamental healthcare skills development is initiated including microbiology, basic life support and first aid. This course will provide students with a competitive edge to be the better candidate for either entry into the healthcare global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.
- Essentials of Healthcare: The Essentials of Healthcare is a medical-focused anatomy course addressing the physiology of each body system, along with the investigation of common diseases, disorders and emerging diseases. The prevention of disease and the diagnosis and treatment that might be utilized are addressed, along with medical terminology related to each system. This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate technical skills that enforce the goal of helping students make connections between medical procedures and the pathophysiology of diseases and disorders. Can count as a Human Anatomy Science credit.
- Applications of Public Health: The standards for the Public and Community Health pathway apply to occupations or functions involved primarily in environmental health, community health and health education, epidemiology, disaster management, and geriatrics. The standards specify the knowledge and skills needed by professionals pursuing careers in this pathway. Sample occupations associated with this pathway are Community Health Worker, Community Health Worker, Epidemiologist, Health Educator, Advocate, and Environmentalist.
Pathway: Sports Medicine
- Introduction to Healthcare Science: This course will enable students to receive initial exposure to the many Healthcare Science careers as well as employability, communication, and technology skills necessary in the healthcare industry. The concepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as the legal, ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. Fundamental healthcare skills development is initiated including microbiology, basic life support and first aid. This course will provide students with a competitive edge to be the better candidate for either entry into the healthcare global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.
- Essentials of Healthcare: The Essentials of Healthcare is a medical-focused anatomy course addressing the physiology of each body system, along with the investigation of common diseases, disorders and emerging diseases. The prevention of disease and the diagnosis and treatment that might be utilized are addressed, along with medical terminology related to each system. This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate technical skills that enforce the goal of helping students make connections between medical procedures and the pathophysiology of diseases and disorders. Can count as a Human Anatomy Science credit.
- Sports Medicine: The course is appropriate for students who wish to pursue a career in healthcare with a focus on the musculoskeletal system, injury assessment, injury prevention, or rehabilitation including careers in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Services. This course will enable students to receive initial exposure to therapeutic services skills and attitudes applicable to the healthcare industry. The concepts of anatomy and physiology, assessment, preventative and rehabilitative care are introduced. Fundamental healthcare skills development is initiated, including medical terminology, kinesiology, patient assessment, record keeping, and basic life support.
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