DIGITAL COMMUNICATION PROGRAM OF STUDY 

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.

GRAPHIC DESIGN & MULTIMEDIA ARTS PROGRAM OF STUDY

The Graphic Design and Multimedia Arts program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. This program of study may also include exploration into designing clothing and accessories, and creating special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media, for use in computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

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 PROGRAM OF STUDY 

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.

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 LEARNING PROGRAM OF STUDY

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.

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.

NURSING SCIENCE PROGRAM OF STUDY

The Nursing Science program of study introduces students to the knowledge and skills related to patient care. CTE learners may learn about or practice caring for patients, routine procedures such as monitoring vital signs, development and implementation of care plans, maintenance of medical records, and disease or pain management. Students may focus on the healthcare system and research system designs and make recommended modifications.

DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC PROGRAM OF STUDY

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.

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE PROGRAM OF STUDY

The Biomedical Science program of study focuses on the study of biology and medicine in order to introduce CTE learners to the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in the healthcare field, such as researching and diagnosing diseases, pre-existing conditions, or other determinants of health. Students may also practice patient care and communication.

The Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster focuses on the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants and other food/beverage services, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel-related services. Students acquire knowledge and skills focusing on communication, time management, and customer service that meet industry standards. Students will explore the history of the hospitality and tourism industry and examine characteristics needed for success.

CULINARY ARTS PROGRAM OF STUDY

The Engineering program of study focuses on the design, development, and use of engines, machines, and structures. CTE learners will learn how to apply science, mathematical methods, and empirical evidence to the innovation, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of different manufacturing systems.

The Information Technology (IT) Career Cluster focuses on building linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical, and professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

WEB DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OF STUDY

The Web Development program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing, creating, and modifying websites. This program of study may also explore integrating websites with other computer applications, and converting written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of web and multimedia content.

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. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, corrections, private security, and fire and emergency services.

EMERGENCY SERVICES PROGRAM OF STUDY - FIRE SCIENCE

The Emergency Services program of study focuses on training CTE learners to respond to emergency situations, such as medical emergencies and fire-based emergencies. Students will learn how to prevent emergencies, respond appropriately and in accordance with rules and regulations during crises, and investigate and delineate the source of the emergency.

LAW ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM OF STUDY

The Law Enforcement program of study teaches CTE learners about the development of, adherence to, and protection of various branches of law. Students will learn how to appropriately and legally respond to breaches in the law according to statutory rules and regulations as well as investigate how and why the breaches occurred.

JUNIOR SERVED OFFICERS’ TRAINING CORPS  

JROTC is a leadership and character-development course that teaches students discipline, teamwork, citizenship, and life skills. Cadets participate in drill, physical training, service projects, and leadership labs to build confidence and responsibility. The program is not military recruitment but prepares students for success in any career, including military, law enforcement, and public safety pathways. As TEA refines the JROTC Program of Study, districts will monitor ASVAB performance as a potential aligned Industry-Based Certification.

The Manufacturing Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance, and manufacturing/process engineering.

WELDING PROGRAM OF STUDY

The Welding program of study focuses on the development and use of automatic and computer-controlled machines, tools, and robots that perform work on metal or plastic. CTE learners will learn how to modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain individual machines, and how to use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment.

The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing, scientific research and professional and technical services, including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services.

ENGINEERING FOUNDATIONS 

The Engineering Foundations program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with a wide range of skills applied in the Engineering industry. Students will design, test, and evaluate projects related to engines, machines, and structures. This program of study includes applying scientific, mathematical, and empirical evidence to solve problems through innovation, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of different engineering systems

DRONE (UNMANNED VEHICLE)

The Drone (Unmanned Vehicle) regional program of study focuses on the occupational and educational opportunities associated with operating or designing an unmanned aircraft using a ground-based controller. This program of study includes understanding and designing systems of communications between the controller and the aircraft to ensure compliance with federal aviation safety regulations.

Below is the list of CTE courses that are also available as General Electives for course descriptions and information, please refer to the content area, CTE Program of Study, or General Electives pages.

• 9010E Accounting I Elective (Electives - General CTE - Business)

• 9050 Business Information Management I (Electives - General CTE - Business)

• 9079 Business Information Management II (CTE - Business Management -26 POS)

• 9649E Court Systems and Practices (Electives - General CTE - Law and Public Safety)

• 9080 Dollars and Sense

• 9119 Financial Mathematics  (Electives - General CTE - Business)

• 9600 Food Science (Electives - General CTE - Hospitality and Tourism)

• 9679 Forensic Science (Electives - General CTE - Law and Public Safety)

• 9519E Anatomy and Physiology (Science)

• 9300E Human Growth and Development  (Electives - General CTE - Human Growth and Development)

• 90A0 Interpersonal Studies

• 9730E Introduction to Welding Elective (Electives - General CTE - Manufacturing)

• 9130 Money Matters (Electives - General CTE - Business)

• 9260 Professional Communications (Electives - General CTE - Audio Visuals/Graphic Design)

• 9460 Robotics 1 (Electives - General CTE - Engineering)

• 9479 Robotics 2 (Electives - General CTE - Engineering)

• 9100E Entrepreneurship Elective (CTE - Entrepreneurship POS)

• 9630E Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security Elective  (CTE - Law and Public Safety POS)

• 9090 Global Business