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A Planning Guide:For a Successful Education and Career Pathway
151 Coach Joe TurnerSavannah, GA 31408
Main Office: (912) 395-6750
Georgia is initiating Career Pathways to help students,schools, and economy succeed.
The Federal Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 mandates that Career Pathways provide rigorous academic and technical content with seamless transitions for every high school student to obtain college and career success, which may include skills certificates, associates or bachelors degrees. Career Pathways help students connect success in the classroom with success in life, and once this happen, the possibilities are endless.
Students who experience education as a tool to build their future are much more likely to make the most of it.
Schools populated with motivated students encourage motivated teachers, and together they create energized learning communities.
Effective learning communities increasingly release well-prepared graduates into the workplace where they deliver a powerful stimulus to the economy, which benefits every Savannah resident.
In the pages that follow, we will discuss several pathways. You will see how Career Pathways work, why they are necessary and how they will create education success across Savannah.
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Automobile Maintenance & Light Repair 6
Carpentry 7
Collision Repair 8 Cosmetology 9
Culinary Arts 10
Early Childhood Care & Education 11
Financial Services 12
Fire and Emergency - Fire Services 13
Flight Operations 14
Hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism 15
Manufacturing, Engineering, and Robotics 16
Network Systems 17
Nursing 18
Work-Based Learning 19
Youth Apprenticeship Program 19
Career Technical Student Organizations
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Career pathways
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Today, integrated electronic systems and complex computers help to run vehicles and measure their performance while on the road. Auto technicians must have an increasingly broad base of knowledge about how as the ability to work with electronic diagnostic equipment and computer-based technical reference materials.
Automotive service technicians use their high-tech skills to inspect, maintain, and repair automobiles and light trucks that run on gasoline and alternate fuels, such as ethanol, hydrogen, or bio-fuels. The increasing sophistication of automotive technology now requires workers who can use computerized diagnostic equipment, work with high-tech machines and perform high-dexterity service operations using traditional automotive hand tools.
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?
• Do you enjoy knowing how things work?• Do you like Fixing things?• Do you love cars and trucks?• Are you good at problem solving?
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ORGANIZATIONS:• Skills USA: www.skillsusa.org• Georgia Skills USA: www.skillsusageorgia.org
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IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Did you know that six million people work in the construction industry,
making it one of the nation’s largest industries?• Did you know that there are many business and management opportunities in the construction industry?
There are opportunities everywhere in the construction industry for people with all kinds of skills, talents, and educational backgrounds. In this pathway you are introduced to the history and traditions of the carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrical craft trades. You will learn to accurately and safely use all hand and power tools, measuring and layout instruments, ladders, and personal safety rigging devices for the construction and wiring of buildings to industry specifications. You will also learn to perform basic masonry operations and plumbing common household sanitary fixtures and appliances; as well as how to develop blueprint and schematic reading skills common to construction, electrical and plumbing systems, and masonry.
The Carpentry Pathway will prepare you for occupations that are vital to the building/construction industry. Students who plan a career in this field become knowledgeable about the quality construction and systems of building in which they live and work.
Carpentry
ORGANIZATIONS:• Skills USA: www.skillsusa.org• Georgia Skills USA: www.skillsusageorgia.org• National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
Collision repair is rapidly increasing the use of sophisticated technology, and most training authorities strongly recommend that persons seeking a career in this field or related industries complete a formal training program in automotive collision repair.
Collision professionals, also often called repair technicians, straighten bent and crooked frames, repair body dents and finishes, and replace crumpled parts that cannot be fixed. They also can become experts painters using high-tech finishes, applications, and drying equipment. They repair all types of vehicles, and although some work on large trucks, buses, or tractor-trailers, most work on cars and small trucks. It is and excellent pathway for budding entrepreneurs.
Collision repair work has great variety and offers creative challenges because each damaged vehicle presents a different set of problems and repair solutions. This career pathway will provide you with a broad knowledge of automotive collision repair techniques, and it will assist students in developing the most appropriate solutions and methods to bring a vehicle back to “like-new condition.”
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?
• Are you creative?• Do you like making things look good?• Do you like working on autos?• Are you a detail oriented person?
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ORGANIZATIONS:• Skills USA: www.skillsusa.org• Georgia Skills USA: www.skillsusageorgia.org
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IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Do you like helping people feel good about their appearance?• Do you hope to become a cosmetologist?
A cosmetology license can open the door to an extensive variety of career options. For hairstylists/designers, the typical career path begins with an entry-level salon/spa position where you may begin by shampooing and gradually, service by service, work your way up the levels. Your cosmetology license can take you in any direction, depending on the depth of your passion for your career and craft and how much you are willing to invest in continuing education. You can build a loyal clientele, help your team succeed, help the owner grow the business, and become involved in competitions, photo shoots, trade shows, and industry platform presentations, educational presentations, and more.
You could own your own salon/spa. Many cosmetologists also build careers in the entertainment industry-television programs, music videos, and movies. The entertainment industry could not be successful without the skills of hairdressers, nail-technicians, and makeup artists. As in any career, in order to be successful, one must have ambitions and pursue goals in a methodical and ethical manner.
This pathway will provide you with a broad knowledge of cosmetology and prepare you for your state certification exam to become a state licensed cosmetologist.
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ORGANIZATIONS:• Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA): www.hosa.org• Georgia Health Occupations Students of America (GHOSA): www.georgiahosa.org
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A successful culinary arts career requires more than just a passion for food. If you value good service and excellent food, then Culinary Arts can help you turn that passion into career success.
Chefs, cooks, and food preparation workers must work well with others and be part of a team. Having a keen sense of taste and smell and working efficiently to turn out meals rapidly is a high priority. There are also numerous advancement opportunities depending on training, work experience, and your ability to perform more responsible and sophisticated tasks. Some chefs and cooks go into business as caterers, personal chefs or they open their own restaurants. Others become instructors in culinary training programs.
In this pathway you will receive all the technical and hands-on training you’ll need to be successful. You will have the opportunity to learn and develop the skills required to start a rewarding Culinary Arts career. The Culinary Arts degree offers plenty of career opportunities, so explore the possibilities and
find your niche in this exciting industry today!
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Do you love preparing meals?• Are you a creative person?• Do you want to be a chef?
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ORGANIZATIONS:• Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA): www.fcclainc.org• Georgia FCCLA: www.gafccla.com
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Helping keep young children healthy is an important role. You will learn about early childhood care, education and development issues that include building the physical, cognitive, creative, social, emotional, and guiding developmentally appropriate practices for working with young children.You will also learn principles and theories of child development, the creation of a developmentally appropriate learning environment, and lesson planning.
Completion of this pathway prepares you for post secondary education and a pursuit of a career as a teacher, child development center leader, assistant teacher, paraprofessional, school psychologist, licensing specialist, child advocate, child development center owner, nanny, or children services coordinator. This pathway also prepares students for employment in early childhood education and services and advanced study leading to postsecondary education and careers in related fields.
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Would you like to make a positive difference in a child’s life?• Would you like to assist children in life-long learning?
Early childhood care& Education
ORGANIZATIONS:• Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA): www.fcclainc.org• Georgia FCCLA: www.gafccla.com
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Do you like to work with words & Numbers?• Do you like to analyze situations?• Do you like to take risks?
Most firms or organizations regardless of their business enterprise or service they provide have one or more financial personnel who oversee the preparation of financial reports, direct investment activities and implement cash management strategies. The duties of financial managers vary with their specific titles, which include controller, treasurer or finance officer, credit manager, cash manager, and risk and insurance manager.
In preparation for this field, students will be introduced to the world of business through its financial management. They will learn the basic skills required to tabulate expenditures, receipts, accounts payable/receivable; and how to determine profit/loss. Students will also be introduced to state of the art financial computer software and technology.
This pathway will provide the opportunity for the student to develop strong computer skills, knowledge of international finance, and how to work on strategic planning teams.
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ORGANIZATIONS:• Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA): www.fbla-pbl.org• Georgia Future Business Leaders of America: www.georgiafbla.org
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IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Do you want to be a fire fighter or police officer?• Do you respect the law and the rule of law?
Every year, fires and other emergencies take thousands of lives and destroy property worth billions of dollars. Fire fighters help protect the public against these dangers by rapidly responding to a variety of emergencies. They are frequently the first emergency personnel at the scene of a traffic accident or medical emergency, and may be called upon to put out a fire, treat injuries, or perform other vital functions.
As a direct result of 9/11, the United State Department of Homeland Security, as well as state and local homeland security organizations, have projected shortages of skilled and credentialed workers in Government & Public Safety. Developing a homegrown corps of talented homeland security professionals will enable the state to meet this demand and help protect Georgia’s way of life.
This pathway will introduce you to the basic procedures related to law enforcement and fire fighting occupations, including emergency medical services, traffic control, safety, crowd control, and fire prevention technology.
Fire & emergency
ORGANIZATIONS:• Skills USA: www.skillsusa.org• Georgia Skills USA: www.skillsusageorgia.org
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Those employed in flight operations include aircraft pilots, flight engineers, and air traffic controllers. This pathway prepares pilots to fly aircraft to carry out a wide variety of tasks. These highly trained professionals transport people or cargo. The pilot is responsible for planning flights carefully, operating the aircraft, taking off and landing, and other duties, such as communicating with air traffic controllers and monitoring the instruments. Just imagine... you could have your pilot’s license before you graduate from high school. This program provides you with practical knowledge , such as the fundamentals of aviation, navigation and communication, and aviation meteorology. In addition, you will receive hands on training with the use of flight simulators and other training devices to obtain experience in flying an aircraft. To meet requirements of FAA, you will gain actual flight experience to qualify for a license.
Therefore, if you desire to meet interesting people, travel to amazing places and gain satisfaction of a job well done, then a career in flight operations may be for you!
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Do you like to travel to exciting places?• Would you like the opportunity to continuously experience
the joy of flying?• Do you want “office” windows with the most spectacular
views of the world?
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ORGANIZATIONS:• Skills USA: www.skillsusa.org• Georgia Skills USA: www.skillsusageorgia.org
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If you want to get the skills and experience needed to succeed in any field, Hospitality is for you. Retailers, manufacturers, entertainment, tourism, real estate, and insurance are just a sampling of the employers who need your skills. To help prepare you for leadership positions in our global economy, the program covers international travel, marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. You will solve real-world business issues to produce marketing plans and promotional materials to attract tourists. A solid background in Hospitality will help you reach your goals. The possibilities are limitless.
The pathway introduces you to the major segments of the hotel and tourism industry and the economic impact the industry has on the local, national, and global economy. You will also be introduced to the application of basic marketing principles in the hospitality industry such as management, promotional campaigns,guest and public relations, and group events management.
hospitality, recreation& tourism
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Are you interested in developing the communication,
management, and leadership skills employers in every business and industry demand?
• Do you enjoy traveling and meeting people?
ORGANIZATIONS:• DECA- “An Association of Marketing Students”: www.deca.org• Georgia DECA: www.gadeca.org
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Do you like to be challenged?• Do you enjoy working with computers?• Are you looking for a way to jump start your
career in high-tech?
Network Systems students will become the architects of the networked economy, enabling everyday experiences on the global human network. The CISCO certification provides exciting, rewarding careers and opportunities for economic advancement and local community development. The Network Systems Pathway prepares students for careers in Information Technology. Students only need to be “mind-wide-open” to the possibilities.
This pathway prepares students for two different CISCO certification exams, CCENT OR CCNA. To complete the CCENT (CISCO Certified Entry Network Technician) certification exam, students will take the Networking for Home and Small Businesses and working at a small to medium business, or ISP courses. CCENT certifies that students have developed the practical skills required for entry-level networking support positions.
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ORGANIZATIONS:• Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA): www.fbla-pbl.org• Georgia Future Business Leaders of America: www.georgiafbla.org
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Automated manufacturing systems now use robots, computers, programmable logic controls, and optical and pressure sensing technologies in spotless production facilities, New skills are needed to support these new technologies. The automation of the modern manufacturing plant has created an exciting career path for people who can design (engineers), install (technicians) program (engineers and technologists), and maintain (technicians) these complex technological manufacturing and assembly systems.
The Manufacturing Pathway explores the planning and managing of production technologies necessary to the processing and/or assembly of materials, components, and assemblies into intermediate or final products. Students will engage in hands on experiences in technologies necessary to modern manufacturing. Career opportunities will be explored in this exciting high tech pathway. Students completing this pathway will be better prepared for diploma and certificate programs at Savannah Technical College, entry level positions with local manufacturers, or to begin a manufacturing engineering program of study at a University.
Manufacturing
IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• Are you interested in knowing how things work?• Are you a logical and creative person?• Are you a person who enjoys working with your hands?
ORGANIZATIONS:• Technology Student Association: www.tsaweb.org• Georgia Technology Student Association: www.gatsa.org
Nursing provides challenging academic courses, relevant on-the-job experience, and specialized technical skills. Nurses perform basic duties that include treating patients and educating patients and the public about various medical conditions. Nurse also record patient’s medical histories and symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests, analyze test results, operate medical equipment, and administer treatment and medications.
Through the nursing career pathway, you will learn basic concepts of health, wellness, and preventative care. By working in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, daycare centers, nursing homes, physician offices, and rehabilitation centers, you will get the opportunity to explore the wide range of careers available in the healthcare industry.
In addition, if you take the sequenced healthcare courses recommended in this career pathway, you can receive the American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification, American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification, Georgia Medical Care Foundation’s Certification for Nursing Assistant, and the National Health Care Foundation Skills Standards Certification upon graduation from high school.
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IS THIS CAREER PATHWAY FOR YOU?• are you interested in developing the communication, managenment, and
leadership skills employers in every business and industry demand?• Do you enjoy traveling and meeting people?
• Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA): www.hosa.org• Georgia Health Occupations Students of America (GHOSA): www.georgiahosa.org
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Work-Based Learning represent the integration of workplace experiences and career and technical education curriculum. It is used to provide students with the knowledge and skills that will help them connect school experiences to real-life work activities.
A quality Work-Based Learning Program:• Provides a planned program of job training and work experience for a student• Assists the student in career exploration and selection of a career major• Teaches job skills that relate to the student’s career major• Integrates academic and career curricula
Work-Based Learning placements represent the pinnacle of the Career-Related Education experience. There are several opportunities for students to participate in Work-Based Learning. These opportunities include cooperative education, internship, clinical experiences and youth apprenticeships.
Youth Apprenticeship is considered to be the most prestigious of all placement opportunities. The Youth Apprenticeship Program is a structured program that connects school-based occupational instruction and related paid work-site experiences in order to prepare students for the world of work while providing Georgia with a highly skilled, technologically competitive workforce. Compared to other Work-Based Learning Programs, the Youth Apprenticeship Program is usually of a longer duration.
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The Career and Technical Instruction program is designed to support students with disabilities enrolled in Career, Technical and Agricultural Education classes. The CTI program provides students with disabilities at the secondary level entry-level job skills
in broad or specific occupation clusters. CTI offers a Fall Leadership Conference that focuses on students with disabilities in CTAE classes in high schools throughout Georgia. The purpose of the program is to reward students showing the greatest improvement in career and work adjustment skills, and to recognize the achievement of these students in their career, technical and agricultural programs.
DECA is specifically designed to provide activities for students to learn marketing, management, and entrepreneurial skills that will prepare them to pursue a career in the field of marketing. In conjunction with the Marketing coursework, DECA further
develops occupational skills needed for careers in marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. DECA members serve in leadership roles; and develop a greater understanding of our competitive, free-enterprise system and an appreciation of the responsibilities of citizenship.
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a national student organization that helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal, family, work, and social issues through family and consumer sciences education. FCCLA
members develop skills for life including character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation.
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a student organization for all middle and high school students participating in business programs. Participation in FBLA activities promotes civil and personal responsibility; helps students develop business leadership skills
and establish career goals; and prepares them for useful citizenship and productive careers.
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a national student organization endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Technology Education Division of ACTE. HOSA’s two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the healthcare industry and to enhance the delivery of quality healthcare to all people. HOSA provides knowledge, skill, and
leadership development of all health occupations students.
SkillsUSA-VICA members participate in local, state, and national activities provided through trade and industrial, technical, and health occupations courses and programs. The organization provides many opportunities for leadership development and skills training.
Technology Student Association (TSA) is committed to providing students with opportunities to excel and advance as part of their instruction in technology education. Georgia TSA promotes technology education as a means of preparing students for a dynamic world, inviting them to
become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and technologically literate leaders.
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