the basics of cts cts information and discussion january 2011
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The Basics of CTS
CTS Information and DiscussionJanuary 2011
3 types of pathways:exploratoryspecialized skillcredentialed
CTS Pathways
a selection of two or more CTS coursesmay include courses from several occupational areas and clusters
CTS Pathways
exploratory pathways provide opportunities for students to experience a variety of career areas of interest and make choices
Exploratory
CTS Pathways
specialized skill pathways are exploratory pathways that focus student interest in career areas
Specialized Skill
CTS PathwaysExploratory
credentialed pathways are specialized skill pathways with courses selected to help students earn a credential or credit
Exploratory
Specialized Skill
Credentialed
CTS Pathways
CTS pathways build on existing high school CTS programspersonalize learning in concert with other subject areasprovide students with choice
Exploratory
Specialized Skill
Credentialed
CTS Pathways
Specialized Skill PathwaysSpecialized skill pathways can provide students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes for employment or further education. These pathways can be customized to meet student, school, or community program needs.
ExamplesHealth Care AideAutobodyPre-EngineeringTin BasherRoboticsPost-Secondary PreparednessVenture Capital PlanningForeign Aid Worker
Credentialed Pathways
Credentialed pathways can provide students with post-secondary and/or business
and industry credentials.
ExamplesMedical First Responder
CompTIA Network+Child Development Assistant
Adobe Certified Expert in Illustrator CS4AB Conservation and Fishing Education Program
Welder First Period ApprenticeshipHairstylist Journeyperson
Levels of CTS Courses
10 – introductory20 – intermediate
30 - advanced
AB High School Diploma Requirements
Students choosing to use CTS credits towards their high school diploma
may use up to ten 30-level CTS credits.
Shift of Focus
• Requirements vs Pre-requisites• Person-centered vs Program-centered• Nature of credentials, certifications