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CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PATHWAYS
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Long Valley Charter offers several CTE pathways in various industries. High School students will be asked to select a pathway and complete a selection of courses of their choosing in that pathway. Many pathways offer dual enrollment courses, so students can get a head start on college requirements (at no cost to the student!) while also earning high school credits.

If you have questions regarding dual enrollment, please contact the College and Career Counselor. If you have questions regarding anything CTE or want to learn more about a pathway, please contact the CTE Coordinator.

INDUSTRY SECTORS AND THEIR PATHWAYS

Agriculture and Natural Resources IndustryTop of Page

Agriscience Pathway

Agriscience Pathway
- In this pathway, students will gain an understanding of a variety of agricultural areas and career opportunities. They will have the opportunity to participate in occupational experiences and develop leadership abilities.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Biotechnology
  - Marine Science
  - Plant & Soil Science
  - Agricultural Business & Technology
  - Natural Resources

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Laboratory Aide/Technician
  - Food Processing Technician
  - Biotechnology Specialist
  - Plant/Animal Geneticist
  - Water Quality Specialist
  - Plant Scientist/Entomologist

Plant & Soil Science Pathway

Plant & Soil Science Pathway

This pathway equips students with an understanding of plant and soil concepts to prepare them for a career in the plant and soil sciences. Students can pursue a variety of careers such as Crop Consultant and Environmental Analyst.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Biotechnology
  - Agriscience
  - Plant Science and Classification
  - Soil Science and Management
  - Horticulture
  - Water Resources
  - Harvesting Practices

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Field Assistant/Crop Farmer
  - Field Representative
  - Pest Control Advisor
  - Viticulturist
  - Environmental Analyst
  - Crop Consultant

Animal Science Pathway

Animal Science Pathway
- This pathway will prepare students for careers in the animal science field. Students can study large, small, and specialty animals and learn about the necessary elements to create sustainable animal production systems.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Marine Science
  - Animal Health and Nutrition
  - Animal Anatomy and Physiology
  - Animal Feeds
  - Beef Production
  - Animal Reproduction and Genetics
  - Animal Processing

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Veterinarian Technician
  - Breeding Technician
  - Animal/Feed Nutritionist
  - Ranch Manager
  - Processing Plant Manager

Agriculture Mechanics Pathway

Agricultural Mechanics Pathway
- In this pathway, students will prepare for careers related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of equipment used by the agriculture industry.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Welding
  - Woodworking
  - Electrical Systems
  - Agricultural Mechanics and Construction
  - Tractor Operation

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Farm Equipment Operator
  - Equipment Fabricator/Service Technician
  - Heavy Equipment Operator
  - Agricultural Engineer
  - Irrigation Engineer

Arts, Media, and Entertainment IndustryTop of Page

Performing Arts Pathway

Performing Arts Pathway
- This pathway focuses on the direct creation of art and entertainment by the individual artist instead of through a secondary physical medium. Students in this pathway will select at least one of the available tracks to complete.

- Professional Music Track
  - Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
    - Voice-over Artist
    - Narrator
    - Musical Accompanist
    - Film Composer
    - Musical Director

- Professional Theater Track
  - Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
    - Actor
    - Stunt Double
    - Television Broadcaster

- Dance/Choreography Track
  - Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
    - Performing Artist
    - Choreographer
    - Professional Dancer

Game Design & Integration Pathway

Game Design & Integration Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for careers in game design and related technical fields. They will build a foundation in game design, animation, graphics, and computer technology while applying skills in math, physics, language arts, social science, and entrepreneurship. This program equips students for entry-level jobs and further training by emphasizing creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and technical expertise.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Animation
  - 3D Modeling
  - Game Design
  - Building and Launching a Game

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - 2D/3D Animator
  - Game Analyst
  - Game Designer/Developer
  - Texture Artist
  - Cinematic Artist
  - Game Programmer

Design, Visual, and Media Arts Pathway

Design, Visual, and Media Arts Pathway
- This pathway includes occupations that use visual art, digital media, and web-based tools for communication and expression. Students will develop skills in visual art concepts and digital processes while gaining an understanding of current workplace practices. These skills enable them to create and convey complex ideas in various industries and professions.

- Media Arts Track
  - Areas of study may include:
    - Animation
    - Web Design
    - 3D Modeling
    - Journalism
    - Digital Design

- - Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
    - Animation Assistant
    - Videographer
    - Prop Maker
    - Web Designer
    - Sound Engineer
    - Illustrator

- Visual/Commercial Arts Track
  - Areas of study may include:
    - Photography
    - Drawing
    - Painting
    - Ceramics
  - Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
    - Artistic Director
    - Commercial Artist
    - Web Designer
    - Museum Curator
    - Commercial Photographer
    - Portrait Photographer
    - Photojournalist/News Photographer

Production and Managerial Arts Pathway

Production and Managerial Arts Pathway
- This pathway emphasizes the importance of public presentation in several creative fields. Students will develop both technical skills and organizational expertise needed to produce and manage artistic, media, and entertainment projects, ensuring they are successfully brought to audiences.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Theater, Cinema, and Film Production
  - Audio/Visual Production

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Camera Operator
  - Producer
  - Visual Effects Coordinator
  - Key Production Grip
  - Sound Unit Director

Building and Construction Trades IndustryTop of Page

Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway

Residential and Commercial Construction Pathway
- This pathway provides learning opportunities for students interested in careers in construction, building design, performance, and sustainability. Courses include instruction on how structures are designed and built. This pathway is designed for students to get hands-on experience and dual enrollment college credit. All students entering this pathway must be willing to commit to time on campus for the hands-on components.

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Heavy Equipment Operator
  - Laborer
  - Contractor
  - Engineer
  - Surveyor

Business and Finance IndustryTop of Page

Business Management Pathway

Business Management Pathway
- This pathway will familiarize students with entrepreneurship and business fundamentals, goal-setting, resource allocation, organizational structure and management techniques. Students will also work with principles in economics, financial data, risk management, information technology, and supply chain management to prepare them for the wide variety of career opportunities in business.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Virtual Business
  - Management
  - Human Resource Management
  - Business Ownership

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Human Resource Specialist
  - Education Administrator
  - Purchasing Agent
  - Office Manager
  - Financial Officer

Education, Child Development, and Family Services IndustryTop of Page

Child Development Pathway

Child Development Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for careers in child care and early childhood development. Students can apply this knowledge in a variety of settings, such as public and private preschools, family day care settings, and recreational facilities. Students completing the program may apply for the Child Development Assistant Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Child Growth and Development
  - Safety and Emergency Procedures
  - Nutrition and Health Practices
  - Positive Interactions and Disciplinary Methods
  - Learning Theories
  - Age-Appropriate Curriculum/Activities

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Child Care Provider
  - Preschool Aide
  - Child Protection Social Worker
  - School or Adoption Counselor
  - Child Psychologist

Education Pathway

Education Pathway
- This pathway will prepare students for positions in education, in grades preschool through 12th grade. Students interested in working in a school, education office, or education organization should pursue this pathway. Students who take dual enrollment courses in this pathway can potentially satisfy some teaching program requirements.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Principles of Education
  - Age-Appropriate Curriculum/Activities
  - Practices of Teaching
  - Guidance and Counseling Techniques
  - Teaching and Student Learning Standards

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Teacher
  - Teacher Aide/Paraprofessional
  - School Counselor
  - School Administrator
  - Speech and Language Therapist
  - Special Education Teacher

Engineering and Architecture IndustryTop of Page

Engineering Design Pathway

Engineering Design Pathway
- This pathway provides learning opportunities for students interested in careers in the design and production of mechanical, electrical, and computer systems.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Robotics
  - Welding
  - Applied Engineering

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Drafter/Designer
  - Engineering Technician
  - Surveyor
  - Civil Engineer
  - Structural Engineer

Fashion and Interior Design IndustryTop of Page

Personal Services Pathway Cosmetology

Personal Services Pathway
- This pathway will prepare students for careers including barbering, cosmetology, makeup artistry, and manicuring. Students will gain hands-on experience during their capstone in order to complete the pathway.

- Cosmetology Track
  - Areas of study may include:
    - Client Consultation
    - Health/Safety
    - Hair Styling
    - Skin & Nail Care
    - Hair Coloring

- - Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
    - Barber
    - Esthetician
    - Hair Stylist
    - Manicurist

Fashion Design and Merchandising Pathway

Fashion Design and Merchandising Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for careers in the fashion and design industry. Students pursuing this career pathway have in-depth, hands-on experiences that focus on industry awareness, sustainable practices, history of fashion, fashion forecasting, textiles, apparel merchandising, and garment production.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Principles of Design
  - Understanding Trends
  - Budget Management
  - Physical and Virtual Tools for Design

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Fashion Illustrator
  - Visual Merchandiser
  - Stylist
  - Sales Representative
  - Designer
  - Fashion Journalist
  - Operational Manager

Health Science and Medical Technology IndustryTop of Page

Mental and Behavioral Health Pathway

Mental and Behavioral Health Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for occupations in mental health support. This includes working with other departments as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team. Students will learn how to assist with delivery of appropriate, quality treatment to patients with behavioral health concerns, psychological crises, and other psychological problems.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Sociology
  - Counseling
  - Psychology
  - Abnormal Psychology

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Mental Health Therapist
  - Outreach Coordinator
  - Psychologist
  - Mental Health Researcher
  - Psychiatric Technician

Patient Care Pathway

Patient Care Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for a wide variety of occupations in the health science field. Courses cover the preservation of mental and physical well-being. Students interested in LCC’s RN Program can satisfy some program prerequisites through this pathway.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Human Anatomy/Physiology
  - Dental Assisting
  - Nursing Foundations
  - Diagnostic/EKG Technology
  - Pharmacology
  - Sports Medicine
  - Biotechnology
  - Human Biology and Microbiology

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Physical Therapist
  - Pharmacy Technician/Pharmacist
  - Medical Assistant
  - Radiologic Technician
  - Vocational/Registered Nurse

Hospitality and Tourism IndustryTop of Page

Food Service & Hospitality Pathway

Food Service & Hospitality Pathway
- This pathway focuses on key aspects in food services and hospitality. Students pursuing this career pathway have in-depth, hands-on experiences in industry awareness, sanitation and safe food handling, food/beverage production, nutrition, food service management, and customer service.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Hotel & Restaurant Management
  - Culinary Arts
  - Baking

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Line Cook
  - Chef
  - Pastry Chef
  - Caterer
  - Food Service Manager
  - Restaurant Manager

Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation Pathway

Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation Pathway
- This pathway integrates various facets of the hospitality industry to prepare students for careers in hotel and recreation management and planning. Students will develop an understanding of hospitality principles and effective leadership.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Hotel Management
  - Outdoor Recreation Principles
  - Recreation Program Planning

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Event Planner
  - Flight Attendant
  - Park Director
  - Convention Coordinator
  - Hotel Manager

Information Technology IndustryTop of Page

Games & Simulation Pathway

Games & Simulation Pathway
- This pathway will teach relevant technical knowledge and skills to prepare for careers in the games and simulation field. Game and simulation design requires that students have a solid foundational understanding of game design, hardware, graphics, and animation.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Animation
  - Game Design
  - 3D Modeling
  - Story Design
  - Building & Launching a Game

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Game/Simulation Designer
  - Game Programmer
  - Game Software Developer
  - Animator

Networking Pathway

Networking Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for in-demand careers that involve network analysis, design, installation, maintenance, and management of network systems. Students will develop knowledge in secure information and communication technologies.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Computer Maintenance
  - Network Security
  - Network Oversight
  - Network Forensics

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Computer Security Specialist
  - Network Technician
  - Network Engineer
  - Network Administrator
  - Telecommunications Specialist

Software and Systems Development Pathway

Software and Systems Development Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for careers in computer science to satisfy the needs of modern business organizations. Expertise in systems development and programming is critical to support operations like electronic commerce, medical records management, retail sales and inventory management, digital entertainment, and use of energy.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Principles of Information Technology
  - Programming
  - Web Development
  - Cybersecurity

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Programmer
  - Software Specialist
  - Software Architect
  - Software Engineer
  - Operating Systems Designer

Manufacturing and Product Development IndustryTop of Page

Welding and Materials Joining Pathway

Welding and Materials Joining Pathway
- This pathway provides students with an understanding of manufacturing processes and systems common to careers in welding and related industries. Topics include the interpretation and layout prints, cutting, mechanical bonding, joining, cohesive bonding, adhesive bonding, and mechanical fastening. Most courses in this pathway provide students with hands-on welding experience and are offered through dual enrollment with FRC or LCC.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Shield Metal Arc Welding
  - Gas Metal Arc Welding
  - Fabrication

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Welder
  - Composite Fabricator
  - Plastics Assembler
  - Manufacturing Engineer
  - Quality Control Inspector
  - Fabrication Designer

Marketing, Sales and Services IndustryTop of Page

Entrepreneurship/Self-Employment Pathway

Entrepreneurship/Self-Employment Pathway
- This pathway is designed for students interested in starting their own businesses or assisting others in managing and growing their businesses. It provides essential knowledge and skills that are transferable across a wide range of industries, making it applicable to various professional fields.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Business Ownership
  - Small Business Management
  - Turning Ideas Into Success

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Business Owner
  - Consultant
  - Insurance Broker
  - Event Planner

Marketing Pathway

Marketing Pathway
- This pathway provides students with an understanding of marketing concepts and their application. Specialized programs of study in this field may include sports marketing, hospitality marketing, advertising or market research.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Market Research
  - Budgets
  - Creative Design & Development
  - Public Relations
  - Branding and Promotion
  - Sports and Entertainment
  - Global Business

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Advertising Sales Manager
  - Market Research Analyst
  - Public Relations Specialist
  - Marketing Manager

Public Service IndustryTop of Page

Emergency Response Pathway

Emergency Response Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for careers in the emergency response and management field, including occupations such as firefighter, paramedic, and police officer. Students will build a foundation for further education and training, leading to certification and employment opportunities. This pathway offers many LCC and FRC dual enrollment courses in firefighting for students interested in Fire Technology or joining CalFire.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Emergency Medical Responder
  - Firefighting Foundations
  - Wildland Firefighting

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Police Officer
  - Firefighter
  - Wildland Firefighter
  - Paramedic
  - Fire Captain

Legal Practices Pathway

Legal Practices Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for a range of careers in the legal field. Courses will provide knowledge on legal skills necessary at all levels of the profession.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Business Law
  - Legal Administration
  - Criminal Law
  - Evidence & Court Processes

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Paralegal
  - Legal Clerk
  - Lawyer/Attorney
  - Elected Official
  - Diplomatic Service
  - Court Reporter
  - Law Librarian
  - Legal Researcher

Public Safety Pathway

Public Safety Pathway
- This pathway prepares students with foundational knowledge in public safety careers. Most courses in this pathway go in-depth into the various processes that take place after an incident.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Forensic Science
  - National Security
  - Criminology
  - Evidence & Court Processes

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Security Guard
  - Probation Officer
  - Military Service
  - Federal Marshal
  - Corrections Officer
  - Federal Agent

Transportation IndustryTop of Page

Systems Diagnostics, Service, and Repair Pathway

Systems Diagnostics, Service, and Repair Pathway
- This pathway prepares students for careers in the transportation industry. This includes motor vehicles, rail systems, marine applications, and small-engine and specialty equipment. Courses mainly cover automotive technology.

- Areas of study may include:
  - Automotive Repair
  - Brakes
  - Steering
  - Engine Performance

- Possible occupations associated with this pathway include:
  - Vehicle Maintenance Technician
  - Service Technician
  - Motor Carrier
  - Driver
  - Inspector
  - Shop Foreman
  - Parts and Service Manager
  - Manufacturer's Representative
  - Smog Technician

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