CTE Pathways & Courses

This cluster is focused on the production, processing, marketing,distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products, care or resources. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Veterinarian,Veterinary Technician, Animal Groomer, Pet Sitter, Wildlife Officer, Animal Geneticist, Animal Scientist, Aquacultural Manager

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Animal Systems (Grace Hopper Only)

• Small Animal Care I, 28062, 8083

• Small Animal Care II, 28063, 8084

Certifications:

• • Pet Sitters Certification Examination

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Pathway: Animal Systems (Grace Hopper Only)

• Veterinary Science I, 28064, 8088

• Veterinary Science II, 28061, 8089

Certifications:

• • Certified Veterinary Assistant Examination (TVMA)

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

This Career Cluster is focused on careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Architect, Carpenter, Construction Manager, Electrician, Roofer, Building Code Inspector, Restoration Technician, Construction and Building Inspector, Surveyor, Mechanical Engineer, Cabinet Maker, Civil Engineer, General Contractor, Cost Estimator, Project Manager, Landscape Architect

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Design/Pre Construction 

• Technical Drawing/Design, 28439, 8435

• Architectural Drawing/Design, 28408, 8437

• Advanced Drawing & Design, 28440, 8438

Certifications:

• • Autodesk Certified User Examinations
  • Onshape Certified Associate Examination
  • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

 Pathway: Construction (Grace Hopper Only) 

• Carpentry I, 28519, 8601

• Carpentry II, 28520, 8602

• Carpentry III, 28540, 8603

Certifications:

• • Construction Technology Assessment (NCCER Carpentry Certification)
  • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

 Pathway: Construction (Grace Hopper Only) 

• Electricity I, 28534, 8533

• Electricity II, 28535, 8533

• Electricity III, 28537, 8533

Certifications:

• • Construction Technology Assessment (NCCER Carpentry Certification)
  • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

This Career Cluster is focused on designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism and entertainment services. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Interior Designer, Fashion Designer, Costume Designer, Entrepreneur, Retail Manager, Fashion Merchandiser, Tailor, Graphic Designer, Audio-Video Designer, Engineer, Multimedia Artist, Animator, Media Planner, Producer, Audio/Video, Boom Operator, Photographer

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Audio & Video Technology & Film (Grace Hopper Only) 

• Television and Media Production I, 28689, 98689W, 8688

• Television and Media Production II, 28690, 98690W, 8689

• Television and Media Production III, 28691, 98691W, 8690

Certifications:

• • Adobe Certified Professional Examinations

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

 Pathway: Visual Arts 

• Animation and Digital Content Technology, 28547, 8459

• Graphic Communication Systems, 28458, 8458

Certifications:

• • Adobe Certified Professional Examinations

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

 Pathway: Visual Arts 

• Individual Development, 28210, 8210

• Introduction to Fashion Careers, 28147, 8248

• Fashion Marketing, 28141, 8140

Certifications:

• • Fashion, Textiles, and Apparel Assessment

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

 Pathway: Visual Arts 

• Individual Development, 18210, 8210

• Introduction to Interior Design, 28289, 8255

Certifications:

• • interior Design Fundamentals Assessment
  • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

The Business Management & Administration cluster focuses on business functions essential to efficientand productive business operations. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Project Manager, Entrepreneur, Sports & Entertainment Manager, Real Estate Broker, Human Resources Manager, Marketing Manager, Legal Assistant, Chief Executive Officer, Administrative Assistant, Sales Manager/Clerk, Technical Writer, Front Office Assistant, Office Manager, Franchise Owner

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Business Information Management 

• Principles of Business and Marketing, 26112, 6115

• Computer Information System, 26614, 96614W, 6612

• Computer Information Systems, Advanced, 26614, 96614W,6613

Certifications:

• • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Examinations

• • IC3 Digital Literacy Certification Examinations

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

 Pathway: General Management (Washington Liberty) 

• Principles of Business and Marketing, 26112, 6115

• IB Business & Management, 36114, IB6135

Certifications:

• • International Baccalaureate Business Management (Higher Level) Certificate

• • International Baccalaureate Business Management (Standard Level) Certificate

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

 Pathway: General Management 

• Entrepreneurship, 29094, 9093

• Entrepreneurship Advanced, 29095, 9094

Certifications:

• • U.S. Entrepreneurship Certification Examination

• • Customer Service and Sales Certification Assessment

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

This Career Cluster is focused on planning, managing, and providing education and training services, andrelated learning support services. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Teacher, Child Care Assistant/Worker, Child Care Center Entrepreneur/Owner, Teacher Assistant, Training Consultant, Nanny, College Professor, Training and Development Manager, School Principal, Museum Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Teaching / Training 

• Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow I, 29094, 99094W, 9062

• Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow II, 29095, 99095W, 9072

Certifications:

• • ParaPro Assessment
  • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

This Career Cluster is focused on planning, services for financial and investment planning, banking,insurance, and business financial management. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Cost Analyst, Accountant, Auditor, Bank Teller, Personal Financial Manager, Loan Officer, Tax Preparer, Management Accountant, Debt Counselor, Bill and Account Collector, Credit Analyst

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Business Finance

• Principles of Business and Marketing, 26112, 6115
• Accounting, 26320, 6320

Certifications:

• • Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional Examination
  • Intuit QuickBooks Certified User (QBCU) Certification Test
  • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

The Government & Public Administration Career Cluster is focused on planning and performing government functions at the local, state and federal levels, including governance, national security, foreign service, planning, revenue and taxation, and regulations. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Military Enlisted Personnel, Intelligence Officer, Foreign Service Officer, Postal Clerk, Private Detective, Investigator, Corrections Officer, Records Processing Assistant, Security Officer, Environmental Compliance Inspector, Legislator

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Planning 

• Space Force Junior ROTC I, 29911

• Space Force Junior ROTC II, 29912

• Space Force Junior ROTC III, 29913

• Space Force Junior ROTC IV, 29914

Certifications:

• • Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Examination
  • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

This Career Cluster is focused on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services,diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician, Epidemiologist, Radiologic Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Coding and Billing Specialist, Home Health Aide, Optician, Athletic Trainer, Phlebotomist, Medical Transcriptionist, Pharmacy Technician, Exercise Physiologist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Nurse, Physician

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Diagnostic Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences, 28303, 8302

• Medical Terminology, 28383, 98383W, 8383

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Pathway: Diagnostic Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Forensic Technology, 28325, 8409

• Biotechnology Foundations in Health and Medical Sciences, 28326, 8344

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Pathway: Therapeutic Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences, 28303, 8302
• Physical/Occupational Therapy I, 28340, 98340W, 8365
• Physical/Occupational Therapy II, 28341, 98341W, 8366

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination
  • Physical Therapy Technician Certification (PTTC) Examination

 Pathway: Therapeutic Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Pharmacy Technician I, 28305, 8305

• Pharmacy Technician II, 28306,  8306

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Pathway: Therapeutic Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Emergency Medical Technician I, 28334, 98334W, 8333

• Emergency Medical Technician II, 28335, 98335W, 8334

• Emergency Medical Technician III, 28336, 8335

Certifications:

• • Examination for Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) (NHA)

• • Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Examination

 Pathway: Therapeutic Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences, 28303, 8302

• Sports Medicine/Athletic Training l, 28350, 7660

• Sports Medicine/Athletic Training II, 28351, 7660

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Certified Personal Trainer Examination

This Career Cluster is focused on management, marketing and operations of restaurants and other food services, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel related services. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Dietician, Nutrition Counselor, Caterer, Food Service Manager, Franchise Owner, Entrepreneur, Host/Hostess, Personal Chef

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Restaurants & Food/Beverage Services

• Nutrition and Wellness, 28274, 8229
• Introduction to Culinary Arts, 28250, 8250

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Nutrition, Food, and Wellness Assessment

• • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

Pathway: Restaurants & Food/Beverage Services

• Introduction to Culinary Arts, 28250, 8250
• Culinary Arts & Science I, 28522, 8275
• Culinary Arts & Science II, 28523, 8276
• Baking/Pastry Specialization, 28524, 8279
• Catering/Banquet Specialization, 28525, 8272

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Nutrition, Food, and Wellness Assessment

• • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

• • Culinary Arts Prep Cook Assessment

This Career Cluster is focused on preparing individuals for employment in careers that relate to families and human needs such as counseling and mental health services, family and community services, personal care and consumer services. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Cosmetologist, Salon Receptionist, Esthetician, Nail Technician, Dietician, Nutrition Counselor, Barber, Master Barber, Beauty Salon Assistant, Entrepreneur/Salon Owner, Line Cook, Personal Trainer

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Early Childhood Development & Services 

• Individual Development, 28210, 8210
• Child Development, 28232, 8232
• Early Childhood Education I, 28235, 98235W, 8285
• Early Childhood Education II, 28236, 98236W, 8283

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • PraPro Assessment

 Pathway: Personal Care Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Master Barber I, 28531, 8740
• Master Barber II, 28532, 8741
• Master Barber III, 28526, 8742

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Virginia Master Barber Examination

 Pathway: Personal Care Services (Grace Hopper) 

• Cosmetology I, 28528,8527
• Cosmetology II, 28529, 8528
• Cosmetology III, 28530, 8528

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Virginia Cosmetology Examination

The cluster focuses on career related to design, development, support, and management of hardware, software,multimedia, and system integration services. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Computer Systems Engineer, Architect, Computer User Support Specialist, Multimedia Artist, Animator, Software Engineer, Radio, TV Broadcast Technician, Web Developer, Customer Service Representative, Medical Transcriptionist, Network Systems Analyst, Game Designer, Programmer, Webmaster, Graphic Designer, Telecommunications Equipment Installer, Data Entry Specialist, Computer Security Specialist, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician, Internet Entrepreneur

APS offers the following Pathways:

Pathway: Information Support and Services (Washington Liberty) 

• Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals, 26116, 96116W, 6670
• IB Digital Society (SL), 36613, IB6613

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Examinations

• • Information Technology Specialist Certification Examinations

• • Digital Literacy Pro Examination

• • IC3 Digital Literacy Certification Examinations

Pathway: Information Support and Services

• Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals, 26116, 96116W, 6670
• Database Design and Management (Oracle), 26664, 660

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • IC3 Digital Literacy Certification Examinations

• • Microsoft Certified Fundamentals Examinations

• • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Examinations

• • Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate Examination

Pathway: Information Support and Services

• Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals, 26116, 96116W, 6670
• Computer Information System, 26614, 96614W, 6612
• Computer Information Systems, Advanced, 26649, 96649W, 6613

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Examinations

Pathway: Information Support and Services

• Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals, 26116, 96116W, 6670
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals, 26659, 96659W, 6302
• Cybersecurity Operations, 26662, 96662W, 6304
• Cybersecurity Operations, Advanced, 26663, 96663W, 6306
• Computer Network Software Operations, 26657, 96657W, 6650
• Computer Network Software Operations, Advanced, 26658, 96658W, 6651

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination
  • Security Pro Certification Examination
  • Information Technology Specialist Certification Examinations
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Examinations
  • Network+ Certification Examination

Pathway: Programming and Software Development

• Programming, 26638, 96638W, 6640
• Programming, Advanced, 26643, 96643W, 6641
• Computer Programming Intensified (Non-CTE), 26637, 96644W

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science A Examination

Pathway: Programming and Software Development 

• Programming, 26638, 96638W, 6640
• AP Computer Science, 33185, 3185
• AP Computer Science Principles, 333186, 10160

Certifications:

• • Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

• • Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science A Examination

The Marketing cluster focuses on how to reach organizational goals through marketing and publicity. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Market Research Analyst, Entrepreneur, Sports & Entertainment Manager, Property/Real Estate Manager, Telemarketer, Marketing Manager, Legal Assistant, Franchise Owner, Chief Executive Officer, Administrative Assistant, Sales Manager/Clerk, Media Planner, Buyer, Public Relations Manager, Merchandise Buyer, Fundraiser, Advertising and Promotions Manager

APS offers the following Pathways:

• Marketing (new in 2023-24) – This course highlights how products are developed, branded,and sold in addition to teaching how to analyze and capitalize on industry trends.
  • Marketing
  • Entrepreneurship (29094) & Entrepreneurship Advanced DE*(99095W)
  • IB Business and Management SL (36114)
  • Introduction to Business & Marketing (26112)
  • Sports Entertainment & Recreation Marketing (28123)
• Sports Entertainment & Recreation Marketing – This course highlights the fundamental marketing concepts and theories as they relate to the sports, entertainment, & recreation industry.
  • Sports Entertainment & Recreation Marketing (28123)
  • Entrepreneurship (29094)
  • Entrepreneurship Advanced*(DE 99095W)
  • Introduction to Business & Marketing (26112)
  • Marketing (new in 2023-24)

* = course has a pre-requisite
DE=Dual Enrollment with NOVA

This Career Cluster is focused on planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professionaland technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering) including laboratory and testingservices, and research and development services. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Materials Scientist, Civil Engineer, Engineering Technician, Nuclear Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Technician, Nano Scientist, Electrical Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Hydrologist, Machinist, Power Systems Technician, Wastewater Maintenance Technician, Robotics Engineer

APS offers the following Pathways:

• Engineering – This course teaches design concepts in which students translate conceptual designs into reproducible products using traditional hand and power tools, 3D printer and laser engravers.
  • Engineering I: Intro to Engineering Design(28491)
  • Advanced Drawing and Design*(28440)
  • Aerospace Engineering *(28498)
  • Computer Assisted Technical Drawing (DE)(28439 (98439W)
  • Digital Electronics (26671)
  • Engineering Capstone: Design & Development *(28494)
  • Engineering II: Principles of Engineering (28492)
• Materials & Processes Technology – This course focuses on materials, processes and fabrication using metals, plastics, woods and composite materials.
  • Materials & Processes Technology (28433)
  • Computer Assisted Technical Drawing (DE)(28439) (98439W)
  • Construction Technology (28512)
• Energy and Power – This course explores the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity.
  • Energy and Power (26448)
  • Construction Technology (28512)
  • Sustainable and Renewable Technologies (28460)

* = course has a pre-requisite
DE=Dual Enrollment with NOVA

This Career Cluster is focused on planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance. (Advance CTE)

Career Possibilities:

Airline Pilot, Traffic Engineer, Air Traffic Controller, Flight Engineer, Service Technician, Aircraft Mechanic, Automotive Glass Installer, Small Engine Mechanic, Auto Repair Shop Entrepreneur, Motorboat Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic, Automotive Body Repairer, Marine Watercraft Maintenance Worker, Avionics Technician

APS offers the following Pathways:

• Aerospace– This course introduces the design and operation of small drones, and leads to aviation and aeronautics.
  • Drones: Unmanned Aircraft Systems
  • Aviation Technology/Pilot Training l (28731)
  • Aerospace Engineering (28498)
• Aviation Technology/Pilot Training – This course highlights the principles of flight, flight navigation and meteorology for pilots. Students will participate in flight using flight simulators and two actual aircraft flights at a local airport.
• • Aviation Technology/Pilot Training l (28731)
  • Aviation Technology/Pilot Training ll (28732)
• Automotive Technology – This course introduces students to personal car maintenance, brakes, engines, and other automotive systems
  • Automotive Technology I (28509) (DE 98509W)
  • Automotive Technology II Dual Enrollment*(28507) (98507W)
  • Automotive Technology III Dual Enrollment*(28508) (98508W)
• Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair – In this course students explore, handle, and perform basic functions in engine repair, automatic transmission, manual drive train, steering systems, and brakes.
  • Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair (28675)
  • Automotive Technology II Dual Enrollment*(28507) (98507W)
  • Automotive Technology III Dual Enrollment*(28508) (98508W)
• Automotive Collision Repair – This course focuses on non-structural analysis, damage repair, painting, and welding using a variety of materials commonly found in the automotive industry.
  • Automotive Collision Repair I (28677)
  • Automotive Collision Repair II *(28678)

* = course has a pre-requisite
DE=Dual Enrollment with NOVA