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