Career exploration is a natural transition from thinking about school as a place to learn skills like reading and math to identifying careers related to student interests, skills, and values. Following initial exploration is a critical phase where students complete a career-focused curriculum to learn the necessary goals that must be set and met to achieve success in the landscape of the world of work.

Edmentum’s industry-leading CTE collection empowers both career exploration and readiness for in-demand careers such as Health Science and IT careers. Edmentum’s career paths cover a breadth of topics that allow students to learn the skills needed for careers that interest them and ultimately put them on a path toward job readiness and career certification.

Edmentum’s career paths are a set of recommended courses to develop foundational knowledge and skills in select career fields. Completion of a specific career path varies by student and depends on the requirements of the education organization. Educators can integrate all courses as part of their CTE program offering or select those that best align with local program requirements.

CAREER PATHS and Certification Courses

Total number of CTE students that stayed in postsecondary education or transferred

to a four-year degree program

Average high school graduation rate for students concentrating in CTE

programs is 93 percent

*Source: U.S. Department of Education *Source: ACTE

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IT Career Preparation

The Edmentum IT career path introduces students to careers in IT, including the design, support, and management of computer hardware and software, multimedia, and system integration services.

Courses are organized into three categories: introductory, technical, and application. Edmentum recommends that those taking the CompTIA A+ exam complete the introductory and technical courses to gain an introduction to and build upon the foundational knowledge and practical career skills needed for the exam.

Students will learn the background, develop

industry knowledge, and gain an understanding of

chosen career field.

Students will expand on introductory courses and

deepen knowledge of specific skills and content.

Students will apply their knowledge of the curriculum in real-world scenarios and

interactive simulations. These courses are preparation for

certification exams.

Introductory Courses

Technical Courses

Application Courses

Principles of Information Technology A/BThis course takes learners through the next steps in preparing for a career in information technology. Covering software, hardware, and implementation topics, the course addresses the security and ethical issues that students will face in an IT career.

Introduction to CybersecurityThis course introduces students to the field of cybersecurity, focusing primarily on personal computer use and vulnerabilities, and it also highlights the wider scope of cybersecurity from a societal and career perspective.

Web Technologies A/B This course takes students inside the essentials of Web design and helps them discover what makes a site truly engaging and interactive. Lessons such as Elements of Design, Effects of Color, and Typography help students understand the elements of effective and dynamic Web design. Students will explore the basics of HTML and CSS and learn how to organize content.

Introductory Courses

Technical Courses

FUNIT Career Path

IT Career Preparation

* The CompTIA A+ exam is not included as a part of the courses. Exam registration and fees must be completed separately. CompTIA A+ is a registered trademark of the Computing Technology Industry Association, Inc. (CompTIA).

Computer Programming 1 A/BBuilding on lessons covering the software development lifecycle and software development methodologies, this course uses online discussions, activities, and lessons to lead your students through additional key topics, such as quality control, system implementation, maintenance, and the increasingly important issue of system security.

Introduction to Mobile App Development – iOSStudents will learn about various platforms for developing iOS mobile apps and the iOS development environment. They will create the user interface of an app and make it interactive in Xcode.

Introduction to Mobile App Development – Android Students will learn about various platforms for developing Android mobile apps and the Android development environment. They will create the user interface of an app and make it interactive in Android Studio.

CompTIA A+ (220-901)Students will learn about computer hardware and networking. They will learn about mobile devices and their features, and they will learn how to identify and troubleshoot problems related to hardware, networking, printers, storage devices, and mobile devices.

CompTIA A+ (220-902) Students will learn about Windows operating systems and mobile operating systems. They will learn about security, cloud computing, and operational procedures. They will also learn how to identify and troubleshoot problems related to Windows operating systems, security, and mobile operating systems.

Application Courses

Information Technology occupations are projected to add about 557,100 new jobs from 2016-26

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Health Science Career Path

The Edmentum health science career path introduces students to careers that include diagnostic, therapeutic, and support services, as well as health informatics and biotechnology research and development.

Courses are organized into three categories: introductory, technical, and application. Edmentum recommends that those taking the NNAAP exam complete the introductory and technical courses to gain an introduction to and build upon the foundational knowledge and practical career skills needed for the exam.

Principles of Health Science A/BThis course provides students with a comprehensive overview of health science topics and careers. Beginning with medical terminology, the course includes an overview of physiology, human homeostasis, and more.

Health Science 1 A/B This course is designed to enable students to understand the basic structure and function of the human body. It will help them identify and analyze the diseases and medical procedures related to each body system. Additionally, it will help students develop an understanding of biomolecules such as proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids; biological and chemical processes; and various diseases that affect the body.

Health Science 2 A/BThe course will help students develop an understanding of the academic qualifications, personal skills, training, and use of healthcare tools required to work in the healthcare industry.

Introductory Courses

Technical Courses

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Students will learn the background, develop

industry knowledge, and gain an understanding of

chosen career field.

Students will expand on introductory courses and

deepen knowledge of specific skills and content.

Students will apply their knowledge of the curriculum in real-world scenarios and

interactive simulations. These courses are preparation for

certification exams.

Introductory Courses

Technical Courses

Application Courses

Health Science Career Path

Health Science Career Path

CNA occupations are projected to grow by 11% from 2016-26

Certified Nurse Aide A/B* The course is designed to enable students to learn the key skills and information that they need to work as certified nurse aides/assistants (CNAs). It will help students develop an understanding of the human body, physical and nutritional needs, and mental health needs, and it will teach them to provide culturally competent and quality care to clients in a safe and healthy environment.

Application Courses

FUNFACT

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

*The NNAAP exam is not included as a part of the courses. Exam registration and fees must be completed separately. NNAAP and National Nurse Aide Assessment Program are registered trademarks of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc., which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

About Edmentum Courseware

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Health Science and IT Career Paths

Edmentum’s career paths provide foundational elements to CTE programs, and they are integrated into CTE programs in preparation for a career in health science or information technology (IT), with specific focus on preparing for the CompTIA A+ exam and the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) exam.

Information Technology

nPrinciples of Information Technology A/B

nIntroduction to CybersecuritynWeb Technologies A/BnComputer Programming 1

A/BnIntroduction to Mobile App

Development – iOSnIntroduction to Mobile App

Development – AndroidnCompTIA A+® Exam

Preparation (220-901 and 220-902)*

This career path and certification course helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification exam.

IT and Tech Support, Field Service Technician, Desktop Support Analyst

Courses

Certification Preparation*

Possible Careers

Health Science

nPrinciples of Health Science A/B

nHealth Science 1 A/B nHealth Science 2 A/BnCertified Nurse Aide A/B*

This career path and certification course helps prepare students for the NNAAP® certification exam.

Certified Nursing Aide/Assistant (CNA)

*The NNAAP and CompTIA A+ exams are not included as a part of the courses. Exam registration and fees must be completed separately. NNAAP and National Nurse Aide Assessment Program are registered trademarks of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc., which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product. CompTIA A+ is a registered trademark of the Computing Technology Industry Association, Inc. (CompTIA).

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