CTCE Programs

Year 1 Course Title:             Agriculture & Natural Resources I

An introduction to fundamental concepts and principles of modern agriculture and natural resource management with an emphasis on plant, animal, and soil science, basic mechanical technologies in the field, and career and leadership skills.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Year 2 Course Title:             Agriculture & Natural Resources II

A more in-depth exploration of the fundamental concepts and principals of modern agriculture and natural resource management with an emphasis on conservation and management of natural resources, agricultural business management practices, and the environment as it relates to water quality, forestry, and wildlife.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 science credits

Optional Club:           National FFA Organization (FFA)

Junior FFA (Grades 7-9)

Senior FFA (Grades 10-12)

Industry Certifications:        None available at this time

Year 1 Course Title:             Early Childhood Education I

This year-long course begins with an introduction to personal and professional preparation for continued education, training, and careers in early childhood. Major topics of study in this course are stages of child development, ranging from birth through age five, and children’s health and safety. Students are introduced to guidelines and regulations governing childcare facilities. Other topics covered are related to the importance of observing and assessing children. Methods of child guidance techniques are also introduced in this course.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      Elective Credits

Year 2 Course Title:             Early Childhood Education II

This course focuses on curriculum planning and the development of age-appropriate activities and lesson plans that encompass all areas of child development. Other major topics covered in this course are methods of child guidance techniques and strategies to enhance the quality of a facility such as cultural diversity, parental, and community involvement. Students will continue to develop educational, career, and professional plans in the area of early childhood. 

Carnegie Units:                      2

Applied Academic Credit:      Elective Credits

Optional Club:                     Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)  

Industry Certifications:       Pre-Pac

Year 1 Course Title:             Health Science Core

General Course Description:   Introduces students to the theory and practical applications of tasks related to employment in the field of health science. Students will cover topics such as safety in the workplace, infection control, health care systems, and the vital organs of the human body. The course offers insight into careers in health care as well as educational requirements and the professional, legal, and ethical responsibilities involved.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      1 health credit

                                                1 elective credit

                                                (or 2 elective credits if Health is not needed)

Year 2 Course Title:             Health Care & Clinical Services

General Course Description:   Helps the student establish insight in the healthcare field. Students will be exposed to the theory and applied tasks related to careers within health care. This course covers topics such as human growth and development, health informatics, information technology, and therapeutic and rehabilitative services. Other topics include medical and emergency services, mental health, and pharmacological and nursing services.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 science credits

Optional Club:                       Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)

Industry Certifications:        CPR Certification & First Aid Certification

Year 1 Course Title:             Metal Fabrication I

General Course Description:   Course content includes orientation and leadership, basic safety, math, measuring tools, and instruments, blueprints, hand and power tools, lathe theory and operation, milling machine theory and operation, drill press and band saw, and introduction to welding. Safety is emphasized in each unit and every activity.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Year 2 Course Title:             Metal Fabrication II

General Course Description:   Includes grinding theory and operations, advanced precision machining techniques and an emphasis on welding processes. Topics include employability skills, safety, basic oxy-fuel cutting, plasma arc cutting (PAC), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux core arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Optional Club:                       SkillsUSA

Industry Certifications:        NIMS Level 1 and NCCER Welding Standards Level 1