ELECTIVES / Department Head:
The purpose of CTE is to help students acquire technical skills, make informed decisions about occupational program options, and make a seamless transition to post-secondary programs El Dorado High School participates with the Maricopa Community College District in many articulated programs in which students may receive college credit for courses taken in high school. These courses are part of the Career and Technical Education (CTE) department. CTE programs include:
NOTE: Courses that will meet the competency requirements for Arizona universities are marked with an asterisk.*
Subject Area Goal
The student will develop 21st Century workplace readiness skills, and acquire knowledge and proficiency in Career and Technical Education programs. Each program area lists the recommended courses in sequence, to complete a program of study.
Essential Skills
The student will:
• Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Apply academic skills in given situations
• Demonstrate safety skills appropriate to program area
• Use current industry standard technology and equipment to meet state standards
• Demonstrate entry-level occupational skills in certain program areas
• Demonstrate leadership skills
• Assess personal strengths to assist in career choice
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION / Department Head: Daniel Pero
Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs prepare students to enter the workforce with the academic and vocational skills needed to compete successfully in the job market. CTE courses typically include competency-based learning.
Our Vision: Ensure a dynamic workforce by fully developing every student’s career and academic potential.
Our Mission: Prepare Arizona students for workforce success and continuous learning.
Certified Nurse Assistant
CNA100 Certified Nursing Assistant Difficulty: Average 2 Block. — 1 CTE Credit
This course will educate the students about basic skills, terminology, and concepts. Example, students will generally study human anatomy and physiology, learning the proper names and parts of various body parts, as well as nutrition, infection control, and communication skills. Additional instruction is given in the techniques for proper body and personal care, from bathing and caring for patients’ skin to brushing their teeth and helping them dress. A major emphasis is placed on respecting patients’ privacy, establishing positive and professional working relationships, maintaining cleanliness by washing hands and disinfecting surfaces, and consistently using basic safety procedures for handling wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, and even patients themselves.
Information Technology
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems Difficulty: Average 1 Block. — 1⁄2 CTE Credit
(Computer Information Systems) Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies.
CIS110 CompTia A+ Computer Repair Certification Difficulty: Average 2 Block. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective Credit in CTE
Students will learn hands-on technical aspects of the microcomputer, including system setup (hardware and software) and troubleshooting with use of tools, hardware components and hardware/software interfacing. Install, configure, upgrade, optimize and perform preventive maintenance with respect to security using appropriate tools, diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting techniques. Students will be refurbishing computers to be donated to non-profit organizations through Arizona StRUT (Students Refurbishing Used Technology). Course helps students prepare for the CompTIA A+ technician examinations including Information Technology (IT) field technician. Computer experience highly recommended.
CompTIA A+ certification (also known as CompTIA A Plus) is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of computer service technicians.
The skills and knowledge measured by the CompTIA A+ exams are provided in the course, and the exams are administered at the end of each block from a vendor neutral and are derived from an industry-wide and worldwide job task analysis.
Two exams are necessary to be certified:
· CompTIA A+ Essentials, exam code 220-701
· CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-702
The CompTIA A+ Certification Exam is considered the industry standard in terms of measuring a technicians hardware and software knowledge. Those possessing the certification are more likely to receive higher salaries and 85% of these individuals choose to further their careers. By adding more certifications to your portfolio the career paths become even more valuable and diverse.
Here are some of the benefits of pass the APlus exam.
· ---Satisfaction: Passing A+ certification test is great morale booster. New employers will take you seriously and your current employer will take notice.
· ---More Career Options: The possibilities for advancement are almost endless once you begin your career in the IT industry with the CompTIA A+ Certification. These include
Help Desk Technician, PC Technician, Field Service Technician, Manufacturing etc.
· ---Higher Salary: On average, certified professionals make 5-15% than their non certified peers.
Child Care Development - Aileen Morales
CCP Childhood Credential Certification Difficulty: Average 2 Block. — 1 CTE Credit
Early Childhood Credential Program the required hours of professional development for early care providers. The program is broken into 8 Instructional Units. These units focus on the Principles of Child Growth and Development, Safe, Healthy Environments, Social and Emotional Development, Motor, Language, and Cognitive Development, Principles of Assessment, Program Management, Families, and Professionalism.
This credential is designed to give a basic framework of early childhood theory and application of that theory through content based coursework, reading assignments, practical application exercises, essays and classroom observation.
WE 90 Career Exploration Program Difficulty: Variable 9 weeks - 2 Blocks; 128 hrs. = 1/2 Credit
Prerequisites: Parent/Guardian Consent 256 hrs. = 1 Credit
The Career Exploration Program is an opportunity for students to earn elective credit while working in a paid position. There are no regular classes to attend; however, Career Activity Assignment booklets are required to be completed in addition to working on the job. Only one full credit may be earned without prior approval of principal. The Career Resource Center at your school has all the information and forms you need.
CE 01 Career Exploration Difficulty: Average 1 Block. — 1⁄2 Practical Arts/Elective Credit
This class offers hands-on learning experiences that will give students the opportunity to explore various career pathways and begin developing 21st Century workforce skills. This class will facilitate the exploration process of Career Cluster occupational areas which include, but are not limited to: agriculture, architecture and construction, audio/video technology and communications, business management, education professions, finance, health sciences, information technology, marketing, and science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students will develop an Education Career Action Plan based on relate school experiences to occupational choices.
NOTE: Courses that will meet the competency requirements for Arizona universities are marked with an asterisk.*
Subject Area Goal
The student will develop 21st Century workplace readiness skills, and acquire knowledge and proficiency in Career and Technical Education programs. Each program area lists the recommended courses in sequence, to complete a program of study.
Essential Skills
The student will:
• Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Apply academic skills in given situations
• Demonstrate safety skills appropriate to program area
• Use current industry standard technology and equipment to meet state standards
• Demonstrate entry-level occupational skills in certain program areas
• Demonstrate leadership skills
• Assess personal strengths to assist in career choice
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION / Department Head: Daniel Pero
Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs prepare students to enter the workforce with the academic and vocational skills needed to compete successfully in the job market. CTE courses typically include competency-based learning.
Our Vision: Ensure a dynamic workforce by fully developing every student’s career and academic potential.
Our Mission: Prepare Arizona students for workforce success and continuous learning.
Certified Nurse Assistant
CNA100 Certified Nursing Assistant Difficulty: Average 2 Block. — 1 CTE Credit
This course will educate the students about basic skills, terminology, and concepts. Example, students will generally study human anatomy and physiology, learning the proper names and parts of various body parts, as well as nutrition, infection control, and communication skills. Additional instruction is given in the techniques for proper body and personal care, from bathing and caring for patients’ skin to brushing their teeth and helping them dress. A major emphasis is placed on respecting patients’ privacy, establishing positive and professional working relationships, maintaining cleanliness by washing hands and disinfecting surfaces, and consistently using basic safety procedures for handling wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, and even patients themselves.
Information Technology
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems Difficulty: Average 1 Block. — 1⁄2 CTE Credit
(Computer Information Systems) Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies.
CIS110 CompTia A+ Computer Repair Certification Difficulty: Average 2 Block. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective Credit in CTE
Students will learn hands-on technical aspects of the microcomputer, including system setup (hardware and software) and troubleshooting with use of tools, hardware components and hardware/software interfacing. Install, configure, upgrade, optimize and perform preventive maintenance with respect to security using appropriate tools, diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting techniques. Students will be refurbishing computers to be donated to non-profit organizations through Arizona StRUT (Students Refurbishing Used Technology). Course helps students prepare for the CompTIA A+ technician examinations including Information Technology (IT) field technician. Computer experience highly recommended.
CompTIA A+ certification (also known as CompTIA A Plus) is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of computer service technicians.
The skills and knowledge measured by the CompTIA A+ exams are provided in the course, and the exams are administered at the end of each block from a vendor neutral and are derived from an industry-wide and worldwide job task analysis.
Two exams are necessary to be certified:
· CompTIA A+ Essentials, exam code 220-701
· CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-702
The CompTIA A+ Certification Exam is considered the industry standard in terms of measuring a technicians hardware and software knowledge. Those possessing the certification are more likely to receive higher salaries and 85% of these individuals choose to further their careers. By adding more certifications to your portfolio the career paths become even more valuable and diverse.
Here are some of the benefits of pass the APlus exam.
· ---Satisfaction: Passing A+ certification test is great morale booster. New employers will take you seriously and your current employer will take notice.
· ---More Career Options: The possibilities for advancement are almost endless once you begin your career in the IT industry with the CompTIA A+ Certification. These include
Help Desk Technician, PC Technician, Field Service Technician, Manufacturing etc.
· ---Higher Salary: On average, certified professionals make 5-15% than their non certified peers.
Child Care Development - Aileen Morales
CCP Childhood Credential Certification Difficulty: Average 2 Block. — 1 CTE Credit
Early Childhood Credential Program the required hours of professional development for early care providers. The program is broken into 8 Instructional Units. These units focus on the Principles of Child Growth and Development, Safe, Healthy Environments, Social and Emotional Development, Motor, Language, and Cognitive Development, Principles of Assessment, Program Management, Families, and Professionalism.
This credential is designed to give a basic framework of early childhood theory and application of that theory through content based coursework, reading assignments, practical application exercises, essays and classroom observation.
WE 90 Career Exploration Program Difficulty: Variable 9 weeks - 2 Blocks; 128 hrs. = 1/2 Credit
Prerequisites: Parent/Guardian Consent 256 hrs. = 1 Credit
The Career Exploration Program is an opportunity for students to earn elective credit while working in a paid position. There are no regular classes to attend; however, Career Activity Assignment booklets are required to be completed in addition to working on the job. Only one full credit may be earned without prior approval of principal. The Career Resource Center at your school has all the information and forms you need.
CE 01 Career Exploration Difficulty: Average 1 Block. — 1⁄2 Practical Arts/Elective Credit
This class offers hands-on learning experiences that will give students the opportunity to explore various career pathways and begin developing 21st Century workforce skills. This class will facilitate the exploration process of Career Cluster occupational areas which include, but are not limited to: agriculture, architecture and construction, audio/video technology and communications, business management, education professions, finance, health sciences, information technology, marketing, and science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students will develop an Education Career Action Plan based on relate school experiences to occupational choices.
