Alabama Administrative Code
Title 290 - ALABAMA STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Chapter 290-6-1 - CAREER/TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE)
Section 290-6-1-.01 - Framework Of Secondary Career/Technical Education

Universal Citation: AL Admin Code R 290-6-1-.01

Current through Register Vol. 42, No. 11, August 30, 2024

(1) Career and Technical Education (CTE) is a blend of academic, career-specific, general workplace, and life skills leading to further education and employment. CTE is an essential component of the secondary curriculum. It is a critical element in meeting the needs of students in academic achievement, career exploration, career preparation, and leadership development. CTE is managed according to a strategic plan containing the vision, mission, and measurable goals and objective leading to successful CTE program implementation.

(2) CTE in Alabama is organized according to the following 16 National Career Clusters:

(a) Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources.

(b) Architecture and Construction.

(c) Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications.

(d) Business Management and Administration.

(e) Education and Training.

(f) Finance.

(g) Government and Public Administration.

(h) Health Science.

(i) Hospitality and Tourism.

(j) Human Services.

(k) Information Technology.

(l) Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security.

(m) Manufacturing.

(n) Marketing.

(o) Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

(p) Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics.

(3) Pathways are sub-groups organized within the 16 Clusters that are based on a set of common knowledge and skills. Pathways contain course offerings which define a CTE program.

(4) A CTE program is an area of study that blends academic, occupational, and life skills leading to a credential, employment, and further education. Program components include an SDE-approved curriculum, equipment, and facilities; engaged business partners; and appropriately certified teachers utilizing a program of study.

(5) A program of study is a sequence of instruction consisting of coursework, co-curricular Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) activities, work-based learning, and other learning experiences that provide preparation for a career. Programs of study shall be implemented using a variety of methodologies and experiences that provide coherent and rigorous content, aligned with challenging academic standards, and relevant career and technical content in a coordinated, non-duplicative progression of Alabama State Board of Education approved courses that align secondary education with business and industry credentials, technical skill assessments, and postsecondary and higher education.

(a) CTE provides instruction in the knowledge and skills necessary to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse, global society and provides preparation for continued learning.

(b) Career and Technical Student Organizations which are an integral, co-curricular component of each CTE program and which enhance classroom instruction, develop leadership and workplace readiness skills, and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.

(c) School-based instruction and paid or non-paid workplace experiences.

(d) Programs include statewide articulations, dual enrollment, accelerated credit, and the Early College Enrollment Program. CTE leads to industry-recognized credentials or certificates at the postsecondary level, or an associate or baccalaureate degree.

(e) These programs are located in, but not limited to, middle and junior high schools, comprehensive high schools, CTE centers, technical high schools, academies, magnet schools, and other secondary instructional institutions.

Author: Dr. Joseph B. Morton

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§ 16-37-3 through 4.

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