Programs of Study

What

The primary purpose of Programs of Study is to provide successful student transitions between secondary and postsecondary education. The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 called upon states and local education agencies to create secondary-to-postsecondary sequences of academic and career
education coursework that lead students to attain a postsecondary degree or industry-recognized certificate or credential. At a minimum, Programs of Study must:

  • incorporate and align secondary and postsecondary education elements;
  • include academic and CTE content in a coordinated, non-duplicative progression of courses;offer the opportunity, where appropriate, for secondary students to acquire postsecondary credits; and
  • lead to an industry-recognized credential or certificate at the postsecondary level, or an associate or baccalaureate degree.

Why

  • Smoother transitions for students as they move from secondary to postsecondary education and into the workforce. This helps students avoid pitfalls that tend to derail their career plans, waste tuition money and frustrate their parents.
  • Opportunities for teachers at all levels and subjects to collaborate on curriculum, methods and desired outcomes of instruction. The process empowers teachers by allowing them to design effective and efficient instruction that helps their students achieve their goals.
  • Students who have goals and a plan to achieve them are more invested and motivated in their studies.

How

The development of Programs of Study is a collaborative effort among schools and colleges to seamlessly coordinate classroom instruction and support experiences and activities for a particular career cluster or pathway, which includes career and technical student organizations, career development and guidance, and community participation. It is built upon a curriculum that addresses cluster/pathway knowledge and skills, as
well as national and state academic standards.  Development of Programs of Study can be accomplished by:

  • Contacting your Tech Prep Coordinator for assistance.
  • Utilizing the 10-Step Process to Implement Programs of Study in Missouri.
  • Reviewing and completing the appropriate Programs of Study Implementation Modules.

Who

Who should be involved in the process?

  • District curriculum directors
  • Career education directors
  • Career education teachers
  • High school principals
  • Academic teachers
  • Guidance counselors
  • Community college faculty and administrators

Resources

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Agribusiness Systems 

Animal Systems

Environmental Service Systems

Food Products and Processing Systems

Natural Resources

Plant Systems

Power, Structural and Technical Systems

Architecture and Construction

Construction

Design and Pre-Construction

Maintenance and Operations

Arts, A/V Technology and Communications

Audio and Video Technology and Film

Journalism and Broadcasting

Performing Arts

Printing Technology

Telecommunications

Visual Arts

Business Management and Administration

Administrative Support

Business Information Management

General Management

Human Resources Management

Operations Management

Education and Training

Administration and Administrative Support

Professional Services Support

Teaching and Training

Finance

 

Accounting

Banking Services

Business Finance

Insurance

Securities and Investments

Government and Public Administration

Foreign Service

Governance

National Security

Planning

Public Management and Administration

Regulation

Revenue and Taxation

Health Science

Biotechnology Research and Development

Diagnostic Services

Health Informatics

Support Services

Therapeutic Services

Human Services

Early Childhood Development and Services

Consumer Services

Counseling and Mental Health Services

Family and Community Services

Personal Care Services

Hospitality and Tourism

Lodging

Recreation, Amusement, and Attractions

Restaurants and Food and Beverage Services

Travel and Tourism

Information Technology

Information Support and Services

Network Systems

Network Systems (Computer Servicing)

Programming and Software Development

Web and Digital Communications

Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

Correction Services

Emergency and Fire Management Services

Law Enforcement Services

Legal Services

Security and Protective Services

Marketing

Marketing Communications

Marketing Management

Marketing Research

Merchandising

Professional Sales

 

Manufacturing

Health, Safety and Environmental Assurance

Logistics and Inventory Control

Maintenance, Installation and Repair

Manufacturing Production Process Development

Quality Assurance

Productions (Machine Tool Tech)

Productions (Manufacturing Tech)

Productions (Welding Tech)

 

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Engineering and Technology

Science and Mathematics

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

Facility and Mobile Equipment Management (Auto Mechanics)

Facility and Mobile Equipment Management (Auto Body)

Health, Safety, and Environmental Management

Sales and Services

Transportation Operations

Transportation Systems and Infrastructure - Planning, Management and Regulation

Warehousing and Distribution and Manufacturing Services

For more information, contact Roger Barnes, career education coordinator, 573-751-3500 or e-mail Roger.Barnes@dese.mo.gov