Education & Training

Is your child ready to inspire the next generation?

If your child has a natural ability to connect with others or dreams of becoming a teacher someday, this pathway is a great way to start. They’ll build foundational skills for working with children and prepare for a future where they can make a real difference in students’ lives—just like their favorite teacher once did for them.

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Which pathway is offered?

Teaching as a Profession (K–12)—This pathway is designed for aspiring educators. Coursework includes teaching strategies, assessments, student learning, special populations, educational technology, classroom management, lesson planning, and professionalism. This program culminates in an internship and creating a professional portfolio, setting the stage for further education and training as future educators.

What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*

Some of the jobs include:

  • Adult education teacher
  • Early childhood teacher 
  • Elementary school teacher
  • High school teacher
  • Middle school teacher
  • Preschool teacher
  • School principal
  • Special education teacher
  • Substitute teacher
  • Teaching assistant
  • University professor 

*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.

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What could my student’s future look like in this career field?**

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**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.

Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?***

  • CPR
  • Education Fundamentals
  • ParaPro Assessment
  • OSHA–10 hour
  • CareerSafe Employability Skills

***Timing for sufficient exam preparation, necessary prerequisites, and exam fees vary per specific certification. Students should check with their school counselor for details on exam fee coverage opportunities. Many Microsoft®️ Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require more classes to be better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will have further preparation for certification testing.