Endorsements & Pathways Public Services • Law Enforcement • Fire Fighter
• Health Science •Pre-Nursing •Pre-Med/ Sports Med** •Pharmacy Tech •CNA •EMT •Medical Assistant •Phlebotomy •Medical Billing
• Teaching/ Education • Cosmetology
Arts & Humanities
Business & Industry • Auto Mechanics • Collision Repair & Refinishing • Welding Technology • Electronics Control Tech (Process Technologies) • Computer Programming, Networking & Maintenance • A/V Production • Graphic Design • Animation • Veterinary Assistant • Fashion Design & Marketing • Sports Mngt • Architecture • Construction Tech • HVAC • Culinary Arts • Business • Finance
General Arts General Humanities Foreign Language Fine Arts Technician** • Pre-Law** • International Business** • • • •
STEM Engineering Mathematics Sciences Pre-Med/ Sports Med** • Science Tech** • • • •
Multidisciplinary Studies ** indicates pathways that will earn 2 separate endorsements
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Welcome to the Career & Technology Center (CTC)
Exploring Your Career Options
While in high school, you will want to: Determine your area of interest.
Discover your interests and abilities; use labor market resources at www.texasrealitycheck.com/ www.texascaresonline.com/hotshots/hotshotslists.asp.
Important Information In the fall of 2015 our community welcomed the opening of the Career & Technology Center (CTC), a state-of-the-art facility where students are connected with real-world experiences from a variety of career fields and interests. The goal of the CTC is to prepare students for college, technical school or the workforce, in a highly rigorous environment.
Most Junior and Senior—level Career & Technical Education courses will be housed at the Career and Technology Center
Freshman— and Sophomore-level courses will continue to be on the high school campuses
Transportation will be provided through a shuttle between high schools and CTC
No instructional time will be lost due to traveling to CTC or back to campus
Students will only be able to drive to the CTC if they begin or end their day at the CTC
NO student will be allowed to drive from a campus to the CTC and then back to the campus during the school day
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Pathway Selection Guide
Purpose Tyler ISD’s Pathway Selection Guide is designed to help students and parents make informed decisions about planning for the future. And, what we have included here is a great start to that process! This guide provides information about the high school graduation requirements and descriptions of the different areas of focus that students may now choose, as well as which courses are taken each of the next four years for that particular focus. We have included career and education requirements and necessary certifications & licensures options for various occupations.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Foundation with Endorsement Program Choosing an Endorsement Planning for High School & Beyond Texas Success Initiative Public Services Endorsement Business & Industry Endorsement Arts & Humanities S T E M Endorsement Multidisciplinary Endorsement
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IMPORTANT! Be sure to contact your student’s campus to speak with a professional school counselor about the important decisions that you and your student will be making.
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Foundation with Endorsement Program
1. Foundation Program— Basic course credits that all students must complete 2. Endorsement— Additional credits required to pursue college and career goals and/ or personal academic interests
Foundation with Endorsement English Math (including Algebra I Science Social Studies Foreign Language Fine Arts Physical Education Electives (Includes Speech & Health ) FOUNDATION TOTAL
4 3 3 3 2 1 1 5 22 Credits
Endorsement Credits 4th Math 4th Science Endorsement Electives ENDORSEMENT TOTAL
1 1 2 (Adv CTE) 4 Credits
FOUNDATION w/ ENDORSEMENT 26 Credits Additional endorsements may be earned by completing the Endorsement Credits or special requirements. Endorsement electives may serve as Foundation electives as well.
Distinguished Level of Achievement 1) Complete required curriculum for at least 1 Endorsement. 2) Complete 4 credits of Math including Algebra II. 3) Compete a total of 4 credits in Science.
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Choosing an Endorsement Basic Information
5 Endorsements and 30+ Pathways An endorsement is a general focus area for students as they go through high school, which explores their interests and possible post-secondary paths for college, technical education or the work force. Within each endorsement are different pathways, which mirror different occupations. Each pathway includes a 4-year sequence of classes and satisfies the requirements of its endorsement. Students may earn multiple endorsements.
Public Services: service-oriented occupations for both private and public sector industries, including human service, public safety and healthcare fields. Requires 4 CTE credits, 2 of which must be advanced.
Business & Industry: highly varied occupations in both service and manufacturing industries ranging from industrial and technical trades to business, marketing & finance and from graphic & design occupations to information technology. Requires 4 CTE credits, 2 of which must be advanced.
Arts & Humanities: coursework that is centered around artistic and well-rounded humanities interests, with several combinations available to integrate other endorsements into occupations with these fields.
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (S T E M): rigorous coursework and occupations centered around applied science and mathematics, including a variety of engineering fields. STEM requires the successful completion of Algebra II, Chemistry and Physics as part of the Foundation credits.
Multi-Disciplinary:
designed to allow a student to tailor his/ her interest among two different advanced coursework in two endorsements that are not already listed.
Important Information
All endorsements require the completion of 4 math and 4 science credits. All endorsements allow for Foundation college-prep coursework as well as Advanced Placement & Dual Credit courses. Endorsements are originally decided in 8th grade and must be declared in writing.
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Planning for High School & Beyond
Personal Graduation Plans (PGP)
Each student will have a 4-year Personal Graduation Plan created during the fall of 8th grade with the help of his/ her guidance counselor and Exploring Careers teacher. Parent participation is VITAL! Parents should meet with their child’s counselor to discuss the plan and are required to approve the plan in writing before students register for their high school courses. Each year after, the PGP will be revised with the student, parent & counselor, according to the student’s interests and needs.
To earn an endorsement, a student must complete a coherent sequence of 4 or more credits that consists of 2 or more courses in the same career cluster including at least 1 advanced CTE course. **some exceptions apply; see specific course pathways for specific requirements.
Some CTE courses are also considered Technical Dual Credit classes. Technical Dual Credit is offered at the high school level and apply towards an Associates in Applied Science degree and/ or certificate. Most Technical Dual Credit Courses are free! Please talk to your student’s counselor for more information.
8th Grade College and Career Readiness Class Students will choose their pathways and endorsements after researching personal interests, careers, postsecondary options and long-term career goals in an College and Career Readiness class. Some students will also do the same activities through their AVID class.
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Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Basic Information
New College Entrance Exam The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is the newest college entrance exam required of all students entering into Texas colleges or universities in areas that lead to degrees and some licensures. Students may be exempt from taking the TSI by achieving qualifying scores on STAAR End-of-Course Exams or nationally-recognized college entrance exams. Postsecondary institutions may require students to be either:
TSI—Complete: either obtain a qualifying score on TSI exam (Writing and Essay 363/4, Reading 351, Math 350) OR received exempt status for qualified scores on STAAR End-ofCourse exams OR qualified scores on SAT, ACT or PSAT; REQUIRED to pursue Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
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Public Services Endorsement Basic Information
The Public Services Endorsement prepares students for occupations in healthcare, public safety, and other service-oriented jobs. Many of the pathways here offer opportunities to obtain work-force ready certifications and licensures or to continue to post-secondary institutions.
PATHWAYS Law Enforcement
Education/ Teaching
Fire Fighting
Cosmetology
Medical Billing
Phlebotomy
Nursing
Public Services Endorsement Requirements Additional Math Additional Science Endorsement Electives ENDORSEMENT TOTAL
1 1 4 (2 ADV) 6 Credits
Endorsement electives may serve as Foundation electives as well.
Pharmacy Tech EMT Basic Cert. Nurse’s Assistant Medical Assistant
Possible Certifications in Business & Industry Pathways
Technical Dual Credit toward Associate’s Degree and national licensures OSHA Safety EMT Basic Certified Nurse’s Assistant certification Medical Assistant certification State Cosmetology License Phlebotomy Medical Billing
Distinguished Level of Achievement 1) Complete required curriculum for at least 1 Endorsement 2) Complete 4 credits of Math including Algebra II 3) Complete a total of 4 science credits
To earn an endorsement, a student must complete a coherent sequence of 4 or more credits that consists of 2 or more courses in the same career cluster including at least 1 advanced CTE course. **some exceptions apply; see specific course pathways for specific requirements. More information about specific pathways...
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Public Services Endorsement Basic Information
PATHWAYS Law Enforcement C CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age: 21 (firearm license) Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours Police Academy
DESCRIPTION Explore law enforcement, correctional services & security Principles Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Corrections and Security (1) Law Enforcement (1) * Court System Practice (1)/ Criminal Investigating (1) * Correctional Services (1)/ Law Enforcement II (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
OR * Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security (2)
Fire Fighting L, TJC
Prepare to become a certified fire fighter and receive your EMT Basic certification
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age: 18 EMT– Basic Certification Fire Academy Texas Firefighter Exam
Principles Law Enforcement, Public Safety... (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: TJC,
* EMT—Basic (2– TJC) in preparation for Fire Academy after high
**Recommended - Forensic Science
Law Enforcement I (1) * Law Enforcement II (1)/ Criminal Investigating (1)
school graduation
Health Science C, L., EMSP– TJC CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Varies according to particular field, from Licensure exam to Bachelor’s Degree + Licensure exams
Learn about the medical field & choose among nursing, pre-medicine/ sports medicine, pharmacy technician, EMT– Basic, Certified Nurse’s Assistant, Medical Assistant This courses sequence must be followed as stated below: Principles Health Science (1) Medical Terminology (1) * Health Science Theory (1)/ Health Science Clinical (1) - $
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC
HIGHEST WAGE FASTEST GROWING MOST OPENINGS
(prerequisite: Principles of Health Science & Medical Terminology) * Practicum Health Science (2)— specialization—$ (Pharmacy Tech, EMT Basic, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, Medical Billing) **Recommend: A&P Science Prior to Practicum Health Science I
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Technical Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) $: Additional student expenses required * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses
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Public Services Endorsement Basic Information
PATHWAYS Teaching/ Education
DESCRIPTION Plan & teach lessons to elementary or middle school students
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree Teacher preparation courses Licensure exam
Principles Arts, A/V Production, Communication (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
* Instructional Practices (2)
Human Growth & Development (1)
* Practicum Education & Training (2)
HIGHEST WAGE FASTEST GROWING MOST OPENINGS Cosmetology L
Cut & style hair for a variety of clients, learn basic esthetician techniques, and use best practices in manicuring. Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance (1) Introduction to Cosmetology (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Complete 1000 high school contact hours in recognized cosmetology program 2-part licensure exam
* Cosmetology 1 (2)/ Innovative course (1) - $ * Cosmetology II (2)/ Innovative course (1) - $
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) $: Additional student expenses required * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses
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Business & Industry Endorsement Basic Information
Encompassing a wide range of pathways and college & career choices, the Business & Industry Endorsement prepares students for the workplace, a technical education or a four-year university depending on the program and interest of the student. Several pathways lead to industry certification that supplement the students’ learning as well as possibly providing them with employment opportunities.
PATHWAYS Automotive Technology
Finance
Collision Repair & Refinishing
Business
Welding Technology Computer Programming, Networking & Maintenance Audio/ Visual Production Graphic Arts
Fashion Design & Marketing Marketing, Sales and Entertainment
Veterinary Applications
1 1 4 (2 ADV) 6 Credits
Endorsement electives may serve as Foundation electives as well.
Architecture
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Possible Certifications in Business & Industry Pathways
Additional Math Additional Science Endorsement Electives ENDORSEMENT TOTAL
Culinary Arts
Construction
Animation
Business & Industry Endorsement Requirements
Technical Dual Credit toward Associate’s Degree and national licensures OSHA Safety Veterinary Tech Assistant Serve Safe Adobe Suite certifications Certificates of Completion American Welding Society I
Distinguished Level of Achievement 1) Complete required curriculum for at least 1 Endorsement 2) Complete 4 credits of Math including Algebra II 3) Complete at total of 4 credits in Science
To earn an endorsement, a student must complete a coherent sequence of 4 or more credits that consists of 2 or more courses in the same career cluster including at least 1 advanced CTE course. **some exceptions apply; see specific course pathways for specific requirements. More information about specific pathways...
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Business & Industry Endorsement Pathway Information
Pathway
Description
Automotive Technology/ Mechanics L, TJC
Diagnose & repair automotive engines
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Bennett Mechanical TSI– Complete
Ag Mechanics & Metal Fabrication (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree, Technical School with approved state licensure
Principles Ag, Food & Natural Resources (1)
* 11th: TJC Technical DUAL CREDIT Automotive Technology (3) - $ * 12th: TJC Technical DUAL CREDIT Adv Automotive Technology (3) - $
HIGHEST WAGE FASTEST GROWING Collision Repair & Refinishing C
Repair, refurbish & repaint automobiles Principles Ag, Food & Natural Resources (1) Ag Mechanics & Metal Fabrication (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma
* Collision Repair & Refinishing (2) * Paint and Refinishing (2)
Welding Technology L, TJC
Learn welding techniques for a variety of environments & prepare to go into a professional welding program
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Bennett Mechanical TSI– Complete
Principles of Construction (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree, Technical School with approved state licensure
* 11th: Welding I (2)
Ag Mechanics & Metal Fabrication (1)
* 12th: TJC Technical DUAL CREDIT Adv. Welding Technology (3) - $
FASTEST GROWING
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) $: Additional student expenses required * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses
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Business & Industry Endorsement Pathway Information
Pathway
Description
Electronics Controls Technician / Process Technologies, Oil & Gas C, TJC
Utilize technology for controlling fluid movement for a variety of fields
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Bennett Mechanical TSI– Complete
* Welding 1 (2)
Principles Ag, Food & Natural Resources (1) Ag Mechanics & Metal Fabrication (1)
* TJC TECHNICAL DUAL CREDIT Electronics Controls Technician (3) - $
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree, Technical School with approved state licensure SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: TJC
HIGHEST WAGE FASTEST GROWING MOST OPENINGS Computer Programming, Networking & Maintenance C
Apply computer-based programming skills, networking & maintenance in a variety of technology fields; Pathway will have two different options beginning 11th and 12th grade year: Networking or Software Development Principles Information Technology (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree + Certification exams
Computer Programming I (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
* 12th: Practicum in Information Technology (2)
* 11th: Computer Programming II (1)/ Web Technologies (1)
OR
HIGHEST WAGE
* 11th:
Computer Maintenance (1)/ Computer Maintenance Lab(1)
* 12th:
Networking (1)/ Networking Lab (1)
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Technical Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) $: Additional student expenses required * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses
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Business & Industry Endorsement Pathway Information
Pathway Audio/ Video Production C CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree +
Description Design, record & edit audio & video products Principles Arts, A/V & Communications (1) Audio/ Video Production I (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC
* Audio/ Video Production II (1) with Lab (1)
Graphic Design C
Design multi-media layouts for a variety of applications
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree +
* Practicum—Audio/ Video Production (2)
Principles Arts, A/V & Communications (1) Digital Media (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC
* Graphic Design and Illustration I (1) with Lab (1)
Animation C
Design animations that could be used in a variety of applications
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree +
Principles Arts, A/V & Communications (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: TJC
* Graphic Design and Illustration II (1) with Lab (1)
Digital Media (1) * Animation I (1) with Animation Lab (1) * Animation II (1) / Video Game Design (1)
Veterinary Applications L, C, DC
Cares for small & large animals & prepares for further veterinary studies
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree +
Principles Ag, Food & Natural Resources (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: TJC (2016)
Small Animal Management (.5)/ Equine Science (.5) * Livestock Production (1)/ Advanced Animal Science (1) * Veterinary Med Applications (1)/ Ag , Lab and Field Experience(1)
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
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Business & Industry Endorsement Pathway Information
Pathway Fashion Design & Marketing DC
Description Design fashion, sew projects and learn about the fashion industry Principles of Arts, A/V and Communication (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree or Technical School
Marketing, Sales and Entertaining CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree +
* Fashion Design I (1) with Fashion Design Lab (1) * Fashion Design II (1) with Fashion Design Lab II (1)
Learn to apply business principles, techniques & tools Principles Business, Marketing, Finance (1) Bus Info Mgt OR Business Mgt (1)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: (Business) UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
* Advanced Marketing (2)
Culinary Arts C
Plan & prepare food for various food-industry applications
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Work-related experience, Associate’s Degree or Technical School
FASTEST GROWING
* Practicum in Marketing (2)
Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness (.5) Intro to Culinary Arts (1) * Culinary Arts (2) * Practicum in Culinary Arts with Extended Practicum (3)
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Technical Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses 16
Business & Industry Endorsement Pathway Information
Pathway
Description
Architecture C
Design buildings & structures both by hand & utilizing technology
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor of Architecture degree plus internship Licensure exam
Principles Architecture (1) Architectural Design I (1) * Architectural Design II (2) * Practicum in Architectural Design (2)
Construction Technology C CAREER REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma, Associate’s Degree + SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC
Design & build structures using a variety of skills Principles of Construction (1) Ag Mechanics & Metal Fabrication (1) * Construction Technology I (2) * Construction Technology II (2)
HIGHEST WAGE Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) L, TJC
Design and build temperature-control systems
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Bennett Mechanical TSI– Complete
Ag Mechanics & Metal Fabrication (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree, Technical School with approved state licensure
* TJC DUAL CREDIT HVAC (3) - $
Principles Ag, Food & Natural Resources (1)
* Construction Technology I (2)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: TJC
FASTEST GROWING
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES DC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) $: Additional student expenses required * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses
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Business & Industry Endorsement Pathway Information
Pathway Business Management & Administration C
Description Learn to apply the principles of business, marketing and finance Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance (1)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree or Technical School
Business Information Management I (1) * Business Information Management II (1) **Prerequisite Business Information Management I * Business Management (1)
Finance CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree +
Learn to apply business principles to finance and accounting Principles Business, Marketing, Finance (1) Accounting I (1) * Accounting II (1) **Prerequisite Accounting I * Statistics and Business Decision Making (1) **Prerequisite Algebra II
POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES DC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses 18
Arts & Humanities Endorsement Basic Information
The Arts & Humanities Endorsement allows students to follow their interest in fine arts, foreign language or the general humanities. Several Arts & Humanities pathways are combined with other pathways to create unique hands-on learning opportunities.
Arts Requirements
PATHWAYS General Arts
Fine Arts Technician*
General Humanities
Pre-Law*
Foreign Language
International Business*
4 credits in the same foreign language, or fine arts discipline OR 2 credits each from 2 fine arts disciplines
Humanities Requirements Completion of all four years of social studies with an additional Social Studies elective Endorsement credits may serve as Foundation electives as well.
Distinguished Level of Achievement
Additional Endorsement Opportunities
Multiple Advance Placement options Pre-Law—Humanities and Public Services International Business—Humanities and Business & Industry Fine Arts Technician—4 years of any fine arts sequence and Business & Industry
1) Complete required curriculum for at least 1 Endorsement 2) Complete 4 credits of Math including Algebra II 3) Complete a total of 4 credits in Science
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Arts & Humanities Endorsement Pathway Information
PATHWAY General Arts
DESCRIPTION Complete all four years in one of the Fine Arts: visual art, music, dance or theater
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree + SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
General Humanities CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree +
Complete at least 4 Advanced Placement/ IB Social Studies courses plus an additional Social Studies elective credit
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
Foreign Language
Complete 4 years of the same language or 2 years each district foreign language offerings.
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree + SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC
Fine Arts Technician* CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree + SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC
Design & produce technical aspects of the fine arts (2nd Endorsement – Business & Industry) 9th:
Fine Art I & Principles Arts, A/V & Communications (1)
10th:
Fine Art II & Audio Video Production (1)
11th:
Fine Art III & * Audio Video Production I (1) with Lab (1)
12th:
Fine Art IV & * Practicum—Audio Video Production (2)
* This pathway automatically includes a 2nd endorsement. POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
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Arts & Humanities Endorsement Pathway Information
PATHWAY Pre-Law* DC CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree + Acceptable score: LSAT Law School Bar Exam SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: (Political or Social Sciences) UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
DESCRIPTION Prepare for occupations within the field of law as well as learn about law enforcement & court systems (2nd Endorsement – Public Services) 9th:
**World Geo (1) & Principles Law Enforcement, Public Safety... (1)
10th:
** World History (1) & Law Enforcement I (1)
11th:
** USHistory (1) & * Law Enforce II (1)
12th:
** Govt (0.5) & ** Economics (0.5) &
* Criminal Investigations (1) and/ or Correctional Services and/ or Court System Practice (1)
HIGHEST WAGE (Paralegal)
** Advanced Academics (PAP, AP, Dual Credit) Additional AP or Dual Credit Social Studies elective (1)
International Business* DC CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree + Foreign Language proficiency SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: (Business) UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
Combine knowledge of different countries and cultures with business skills (2nd Endorsement – Business & Industry) 9th:
** World Geo (1) & Principles Business, Marketing...(1)
10th:
** World History (1) & Business Info Management I (1)
11th:
** US History (1) & Accounting I (1)
12th:
** Govt (0.5) & ** Economics (0.5) & [Business Management (1) & * Accounting II (1)] OR [Web Technology (1) with Entrepreneurship (1)] ** Advanced Academics (PAP, AP, Dual Credit)
Additional AP or Dual Credit Social Studies elective (1)
* This pathway automatically includes a 2nd endorsement. POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro courses
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S T E M Endorsement Basic Information
The S T E M (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Endorsement prepares students for entry to a four-year university in engineering, mathematics and science. Several S T E M pathways are combined with other pathways to create unique hands-on learning opportunities.
S T E M Endorsement Requirements
PATHWAYS Engineering General Mathematics General Sciences
Pre-Medicine/ Sports Medicine* Science Technician*
Algebra II (as Foundation credit) Chemistry (as Foundation credit) Physics (as Foundation credit)
1 1 1
For general mathematics: Higher math courses after Alg II (as Foundation credits)
2
For general sciences: 4 Foundation Science + 1 Science elective
5
Distinguished Level of Achievement
Additional Endorsement Opportunities
Multiple Advanced Placement options Pre-Medicine/ Sports Medicine– STEM and Public Services Science Technician—STEM and Business & Industry
1) Complete required curriculum for at least 1 Endorsement 2) Complete 4 credits of Math including Algebra II 3) Complete a total of 4 credits in Science
To earn an endorsement, a student must complete a coherent sequence of 4 or more credits that consists of 2 or more courses in the same career cluster including at least 1 advanced CTE course. **some exceptions apply; see specific course pathways for specific requirements.
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S T E M Endorsement Pathway Information
PATHWAY Engineering & Tech (PLTW)
DESCRIPTION Design & build 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional projects by hand and through technology (Algebra II, Chemistry & Physics Required)
CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree Licensure exam SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC
HIGHEST WAGE
Choose from introductory engineering courses: Intro to Engineering Design (1) <9th suggested> AND/ OR Principles Engineering (1)*** <10th prerequisite> Choose from advanced engineering combination courses: [* Civil Engineering & Architecture (1) & * Aerospace Eng (1)] AND/OR [* Eng Design & Development (1) & * Robotics I (1)]
General Mathematics CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s minimum, Master’s Degree preferred, Doctoral required for academia
Complete Algebra II and 2 additional rigorous, higher level mathematics courses where Algebra II is a prerequisite (Successful completion of Alg. I & Geometry are required before enrolling in Algebra II)
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
General Science CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s minimum, Master’s Degree preferred, Doctoral required for academia
Complete Biology, Chemistry & Physics and 2 additional science credits of your choice; 2 of the courses should be AP/IB if not designated specifically for a pathway
SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
*** Principles of Engineering is the prerequisite course for advanced engineering courses ^^^ All STEM pathways require the completion of Algebra II , Chemistry & Physics as Foundation credits POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES TDC: Technical Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
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S T E M Endorsement Pathway Information
PATHWAY Pre-Medicine/ Sports Medicine* CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree (preferably biology or chemistry based) Acceptable score: MCAT Medical School Licensure exam Residency Board certification SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: (Sciences) UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
DESCRIPTION Learn about the medical field, including sports medicine, and be introduced to a survey of course requirements that physicians typically take during their education (2nd Endorsement – Public Services) (EXAMPLE SCIENCE SEQUENCE INCLUDED– ALGEBRA II REQUIRED) 9th:
Biology PAP & Principles Health Science (1)
10th:
Chemistry PAP & Medical Terminology (1)
11th: AP Physics & * Health Science Theory (1)/ Health Science Clinical (1) - $ 12th:
[AP Chemistry OR AP Biology] & Anatomy & Physiology (1– science/ CTE credit) & * Practicum Health Science I— PRE-MED (2) - $
Science Technician* CAREER REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s minimum, Master’s Degree preferred SMITH CO. COLLEGE PROGRAMS: (Sciences) UTT, TJC, TEXAS COLLEGE
HIGHEST WAGE FASTEST GROWING
Combine the love of science & lab research with audio/ visual production or graphic design (2nd Endorsement – Business & Industry) (EXAMPLE SCIENCE SEQUENCE INCLUDED– ALGEBRA II REQUIRED) 9th:
Biology PAP & Principles Arts, A/V Prod, Comm (1)
10th:
Chemistry PAP & [A/V Production I (1) OR Digital Media (1)]
11th: AP Physics & * A/V Production I (1) with Lab (1) OR * Graphic Design and Illustration I (1) with Lab (1)] 12th: Science choice & Forensic Science (1-science + CTE credit) & * Practicum in Audio Video Production (2) or * Graphic Design and Illustration II (1) with Lab (1)
^^^ All STEM pathways require the completion of Algebra II * This pathway automatically includes a 2nd endorsement. POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES DC: Dual Credit opportunity C: Certification opportunity (Provides proof of competency) TJC: (5-year Associate’s Degree plan, inc. licensure)
L: State Licensure (allows for direct work in the field) CTC: CTE class offered at the Career & Technology Center $: Additional student expenses required * : Indicates ADVANCED CTE Course; prerequisite of intro
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Multidisciplinary Endorsement Basic Information
The Multidisciplinary Endorsement allows students to create unique pathways that are rigorous and customized to their particular interests. There are three ways to earn a multidisciplinary endorsement:
Advanced Coursework Complete 4 Advanced Placement or Dual Credit courses in the following areas: 1) English, Mathematics, Science or Social Studies 2) Languages other than English 3) Fine Arts
Advanced CTE Credits 1) Earn 4 advanced CTE credits in one endorsement area. 2) Earn 4 advanced CTE credits among endorsements that are not in a coherent sequence
Prerequisite courses must be complete in order to enroll in any academic core or CTE advanced courses.
Complete Core Block Earn 4 credits in each CORE SUBJECT AREA that must include: 1) English IV or above 2) Chemistry or Physics
Tyler ISD’s Preferred Plan for Distinguished Level of Achievement meets the requirements for the Complete Core Block. 25
Tyler Independent School District offers Career and Technical Education programs in the following areas: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, A/V Technology and Communications; Business, Management and Administration; Education and Training; Finance; Health Science; Hospitality and Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Manufacturing; Sales and Service; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
It is the policy of Tyler Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap in its vocational programs, services, or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
It is the policy of Tyler Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Tyler Independent School District will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.
For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Mr. Ken Vaughn, Tyler ISD Administration Building; 1319 Earl Campbell Parkway, Tyler, Texas 75701; 903-262-1000.
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