Career and Technical Education
Career and Technical Education programs at Southwest Public Schools prepare students for today’s exciting, challenging career world. Our programs are designed to connect middle and high schools with post-secondary institutions and build partnerships with industry and the business world.
These programs offer a wide range of hands-on learning experiences that are tailored to meet the diverse interests and aspirations of our students.
Students are encouraged to engage in internships, apprenticeships, and cooperative education opportunities, which not only enhance their resumes but also give them a competitive edge in the job market.
In addition to technical skills, our programs emphasize essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, preparing students to navigate the complexities of the modern workplace with confidence and competence.
Arts, Audio Visual Technology and Communications
The Graphic Design and Interactive Media program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. The program of study includes 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.
Courses for High School Credit
Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and communications
Graphic Design and Illustration
Graphic Design and Illustration II
Career Preparation for Programs of Study/ Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration
Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic Design and Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator
Business, Marketing, and Finance
The Entrepreneurship program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with planning, launching, directing, and coordinating public or private sector ventures. This program of study includes formulating policies, launching businesses or organizations, managing daily operations, analyzing management structures, and planning for the use of materials and human resources
Courses for High School Credit
Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship II
Career Preparation for Programs of Study/ Practicum in Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship and Small Business
Engineering
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 incudes applying scientific, mathematical, and empirical evidence to solve problems through innovation, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of different engineering systems.
Courses for High School Credit
Principles of Applied Engineering /
Principles of Technology
Manufacturing Engineering Technology I
Engineering Design and Presentation I
Career Preparation for Programs of Study
Engineering Technology Foundations
Middle School Career and Technical Education
Robotics
Career & College Exploration
Principles of Applied Engineering
Southwest Public Schools offers career and technical education in entrepreneurship and web design. Admission to these programs is based on interest, aptitude, and class space availability.
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