Career and Technical Pathways

The Agricultural Structures & Engineering pathway is designed to provide students with the scientific principles and methods required to understand the interrelationships of construction. Students practice real world applications and problem solving skills associated with agricultural designs and engineering principles. Students utilize problem solving as well as communication skills to develop engineering concepts and building practices that are sound and reliable.

The program prepares students for a variety of careers including carpentry, engineering, architectural design, electrical, plumbing, masonry, construction framing, business management, sales, building maintenance, home improvement, and green energy technologies.

1. Fundamentals of Agricultural Structures and Engineering
2. Structural Systems in Agriculture Essential Skills in Agricultural
3. Structures and Engineering

The program prepares students for a variety of careers in: agribusiness, agriscience education, animal genetics, animal nutrition, animal reproduction, extension educator, marine biology, wildlife biology, veterinary medicine, zoology, animal researcher, animal processor, production manager, artificial insemination technician, animal breeder, veterinary assistant/technician, wildlife manager, zoo animal specialist, animal rescue/animal control officer, and agriculture producer.

1. Foundations of Animal Science
2. Growth and Development of Domestic Animals
3. Domestic Animal Management

The Plant Science pathway is designed to provide students with knowledge of plant growth and reproduction, as well as the use of plants for food, fiber, and ornamental purposes.

The program prepares students for a variety of careers in: agronomy, ornamental horticulture, biotechnology, forestry, soil science, and turf management.

1. Foundations of Plant Science (FPS)
2. Plant and Soil Systems (PSS)
3. Plant Systems Management & Sustainability (PSMS)

The Digital Communication Technology (DCT) pathway requires students to apply the skills and tools of digital designers used in graphic design, pixel-based imagery manipulation, HTML coding, digital video production, vector image manipulation, digital illustration, and digital publishing. Students utilize strategies to solve open-ended problems while learning how to apply technical skills, creative skills, industry knowledge, documentation techniques, and processes using modern, industry-leading technology and software.

Client-based learning experiences and industry-mentored projects introduce students to a wide array of related careers in public relations, marketing, web and digital communications and printing.

1. Foundations of Digital Design
2. Processes of Digital Production
3. Applications of Digital Design

The NAF Academy of Finance (AOF) pathway is a three (3) course Career & Technical Education (CTE) program that engages students with the world of financial services by focusing on banking and credit, financial planning, accounting, and insurance. Students gain career knowledge through a series of work-based learning activities that are conducted in school and outside of the classroom. Completion of the program is validated with a NAFTrack Certification, NAF’s student certification assessment system.

AOF courses introduce students to a wide array of careers such as personal financial advisor, tax preparation specialist, accountant, financial analyst, loan officer, account representative, insurance agent, and claims representative.

1. Fundamentals of Finance (FOA)
2. Principles of Accounting (POA)
3. Financial Services (FS)

The Culinary & Hospitality Management pathway is a three (3) and six (6) course CTE program that is supported by the  National Restaurant Association Education Foundation. ProStart® trains students on industry-specific skills that can be used in all aspects of the restaurant and hospitality industry along with the employability skills like leadership, accountability, teamwork, and responsibility.

The program prepares students for careers such as Executive chef and Sous Chef, Food Service Manager, Kitchen Manager, and Line Cook.

1. Fundamentals of Culinary Arts
2. Advanced Food Production
3. The Culinary Professional

The Hospitality & Tourism Management pathway is designed to prepare students

for employment in the hospitality industry. Students explore management and technical skills needed for success and practice industry-specific skills that can be used in all aspects of the hospitality and tourism industry. Students also acquire employability skills such as leadership, guest services, accountability, teamwork, and responsibility.

The program prepares students for careers such as front office supervisor, front desk associate, director of tourism, and general manager.

1. Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism Management
2. Lodging Management
3. Food & Beverage Management

The Delaware Teacher Academy program of study is a dynamic opportunity for high school students to explore careers in early childhood, elementary, and secondary education. The program emphasizes the importance of equity, inclusion, and belonging while fostering a strong pipeline of rising education professionals committed to serving diverse student populations. Through a combination of classroom instruction, industry-related credentialing, and hands-on work-based learning experiences, such as field observations, teaching internships, and early college credit opportunities, students develop the knowledge, skills, and cultural competencies essential for today’s education professionals. Whether a student dreams of becoming a teacher, counselor, support services professional, or educational leader, the Teacher Academy offers a strong foundation for success in postsecondary education and beyond—all while making a positive impact in their communities.

1. Introduction to Education and Human Growth & Development
2. Teaching as a Profession
3. Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction

The Allied Health program of study engages students in open-ended problem solving where they study topics such as medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology. Through exploration of the National Health Standards, students will acquire important skills necessary for healthcare professionals such as medical mathematics, communication, safety practices, legal responsibilities, and teamwork. In addition, students will develop technical skills such as performing a wound culture, measuring vital signs, collecting a throat culture and performing a strep test.

The program prepares students for a variety of careers in healthcare such as respiratory therapist, nurse, physical therapist, dental hygienist, and medical lab technician.

1. Fundamentals of Health Sciences
2. Essentials of Health Careers
3. Anatomy and Physiology I (A and P)

The Public and Community Health program of study is a three (3) course Career and Technical Education (CTE) instruction program that engages students in a comprehensive approach to health while learning about social determinants such as poverty, discrimination, and inadequate access to resources. Students will learn to view health from medical, behavioral, social, and environmental perspectives. Additionally, students will discover methods for eliminating health inequities and bringing awareness to public policy to determine the distribution of resources needed for healthy communities. Students will explore the fields of health and human services while investigating client needs, services, and the skills and attitudes required of the effective human services worker.

Through exploration of the National Health Science Standards, students will acquire important skills necessary for healthcare professionals such as medical terminology, medical mathematics, communication, safety practices, legal responsibilities, and teamwork.

1. Fundamentals of Health Sciences
2. Essentials of Public & Community Health
3. Personal Wellness

The Emergency Medical Services pathway is a three (3) year Career & Technical Education (CTE) program that engages students in foundational knowledge and psychomotor skills that prepare them for a career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or a paramedic. Students explore career options as a first responder while developing employability, communication, and technology skills necessary for a successful career in public service.

1. Fundamentals of Health Sciences
2. Introduction to Emergency Medical Services (EMS I)
3. Advanced Emergency Medical Services (EMS II)

The Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering pathway is a three (3) and six (6) course CTE program that engages students in open-ended problem solving where students learn and apply the engineering design process and use modern, industry-leading technology and software.

The program prepares students for further education and careers in engineering and engineering technology.

1. Introduction to Engineering (IED)
2. Principles of Engineering (POE)
3. Engineering Design and Development (EDD)