AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I – A5811 & A5812 (ENTER NUMBER THREE TIMES)

Length/Credit(s): 1 year/ 3.0 AA credits

Grade(s): 11, and 12

Prerequisite(s):  None - District Lottery 

Dual Credit Available through PCC

The Automotive Technology CTE Option Program located at Aloha High School is designed for students interested in pursing a career in automotive services. Students travel to Aloha High School for three class periods to participate in the program, with district provided transportation. Over the course of the two-year program students learn automotive maintenance and light repair based on Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation industry standards. Coursework combines hands-on experience with academic instruction, covering brakes, electrical systems, steering and suspension, engine performance, heating and A/C, and powertrains. Students have opportunities to participate in field trips, job shadows, and internships, gaining leadership experience and industry exposure while preparing for postsecondary training or careers in automotive technology. Membership in SkillsUSA is encouraged to further develop leadership, advocacy, and professional skills. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation. Dual Credit: PCC Automotive

ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II – A5821 & A5822 (ENTER NUMBER THREE TIMES)

Length/Credit(s): 1 year/ 3.0 AA credits

Grade(s): 12

Prerequisite(s):  Successful completion of Auto Tech I 

Dual Credit Available through PCC

This class is a second year continuation in the Automotive Technology Options Program.  Students receive advanced theory and hands-on experience in the following ASE Maintenance and Light Repair curriculum in brakes, electrical, steering and suspension, engine performance, engines, heating a/c, and powertrains. In the second year additional training in leadership, work skills and future planning are offered.  Students complete task-based activities demonstrating competency in diagnostics. Course activities include visits to industry sites and college programs, job shadows and internships. These activities allow students to become familiar with industry standards that will prepare them for post-secondary training and gainful employment. Students have the opportunity to compete in SkillsUSA contests and the Portland Roadster Show. Classes will be held at the Aloha High School Automotive Technology Shop.  Instructors maintain ASE certifications for teaching to a set national curriculum standard. District transportation is provided from a student’s home high school to the Automotive Shop. Return transportation is either provided by the District or Tri-met is provided at no cost to the student. Students who have passed Automotive Technology must forecast to reserve a space in Advanced Automotive Technology. 

HEALTH CAREERS 1 – 3221 & 3222 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters/2.0 EL credit, held on BHS campus only
Grade(s): 11 and 12
Prerequisite(s): Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, Human Anatomy & Physiology. Lottery-based selection.
PCC Dual Credit Options: Health 252 First Aid Basics and Beyond (4 PCC credits) and CG130H Introduction to Today's Careers (2 PCC credits)

The Health Careers CTE Option Program located at Beaverton High School is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in health services. Students travel to Beaverton High School for two class periods to participate in the program, with district transportation provided. In the first year of the program students will develop a strong scientific foundation in the study of the human body. Students gain core knowledge and skills common to many health professions, including medical terminology, medical ethics, healthcare safety, and basic patient care skills, alongside in-depth study of human anatomy and physiology.The anatomy component focuses on the structure and function of cells, tissues, and major body systems, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems. Learning is supported through lectures, discussions, microscopic studies, hands-on discovery labs, and selected dissections. Career exploration is emphasized through college and career research, self-assessment portfolios, leadership opportunities, and community health projects such as elementary school health screenings and blood drives. Students will have the opportunity to earn an AHA BLS CPR certification. Dual Credit: PCC HE252 & CG130H & BI121 & BI122

ADV. HEALTH CAREERS – 3231 & 3232 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters/2.0 EL credit
Grade(s): 12
Prerequisite(s): Health Careers 1 and Human Anatomy & Physiology
PCC Credit Options: MP 111 Medical Terminology (4 PCC credits) and CG130H Introduction to Today's Careers (2 PCC credits)

The Health Careers CTE Option Program located at Beaverton High School is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in health services. Students travel to Beaverton High School for two class periods to participate in the program, with district transportation provided. In the Advanced Health Careers option of the second year of the program, students will focus on mastery of basic patient care skills, introductory pathophysiology of common diseases, professional skills and medical terminology. The curriculum also includes guest lecturers from diverse healthcare fields who explain their career pathways, share their expertise and provide updates on current practices. Later in the school year, students will be placed in the community to explore career options with healthcare professionals. Among the clinical sites offered to students are hospital, medical, dental, veterinary medicine, physical and occupational therapy, speech and rehabilitation, fitness, sports medicine, and medical social service. There are also options during 2nd semester to earn certification training in the areas of Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, and Pharmacy Technician in lieu of some clinical career exploration. Clinical experiences allow students to collect valuable information facilitating educated decisions regarding their future in college or the workplace. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation. Dual Credit: PCC MP111 & CG130H

NURSE ASSISTANT 1 - 3241 & 3242 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 Elective credits/2.0 EL credit
Grade(s): 12
Prerequisite(s): Health Careers 1
Fee(s): Program/uniform costs are approximately $75 as well as $106 paid to OSBN at the conclusion of the course for state CNA certification board exam. (Need-based scholarships are available)
CCC Credit Options: NUR 100 Nurse Assisting (7 CCC credits)

The Health Careers CTE Option Program located at Beaverton High School is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in health services. Students travel to Beaverton High School for two class periods to participate in the program, with district transportation provided. In the Nurse Assisting option of the second year of the program, students will participate in an Oregon State Board of Nursing Certified Nurse Assisting program which includes a minimum of 65 hours of classroom/lab instruction and 48 hours of clinical experience. Students will prepare to perform patient care skills in hospital, long-term and skilled nursing care facilities through hands-on practice in the classroom. During the clinical experience, students will provide hands-on care to patients in a hospital and nursing care center setting. At the end of the year, students will have the opportunity to take the CNA exam. Successful completion of year two will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation. Dual Credit: CCC NUR100 & NUR100C

ELECTRICAL 1 – 3471 & 3472 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)

Length/Credit(s): 2 periods & 2 semesters

Grade(s): 11 and 12
Prerequisite (s): None

Transportation to BHS Campus provided

The Electrical Technology CTE Option Program located at Beaverton High School is designed for students interested in pursuing a career as a residential electrician. Students travel to Beaverton High School for two class periods to participate in the program, with district provided transportation. In the first year of the program students will learn the skills to understand and implement the application of electrical systems. This BOLI-approved pre-apprenticeship program provides an intensive overview of the fundamentals of electricity and electrical maintenance, including math, inspection, safety, quality, electrical systems, and code compliance. Students will explore a wide range of career opportunities and interact with local industry partners to gain insight into workplace expectations and postsecondary options. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation.

APPLIED CHEMISTRY & SUSTAINABLE FOODS – 3281 & 3282 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)

Length/Credit(s): 2 periods & 2 semesters/1.0 SC & 1.0 AA credit
Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12
Co-requisite(s): Sustainable Foods
Prerequisite (s): Physics.
Extended Application (Senior Project) Offered

Transportation to Terra Nova Campus provided

NCAA Approved

The Sustainable Agriculture CTE Option Program located at Terra Nova Campus is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in sustainability. Students travel to Terra Nova Campus for two class periods to participate in the program, with district provided transportation. In the program students will learn chemistry, agriculture, and sustainability through hands-on experimentation and engineering on our outdoor four-acre farm and in our woodshop and commerical kitchen. Course content includes all Beaverton School District chemistry standards. Career exploration and interaction with local industry partners are embedded throughout the course. NCAA Approved. Honors Option available.

FIELD BIOLOGY AND SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES – 3271 & 3272 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)

Length/Credit(s): 2 periods & 2 semesters / 1.0 SC & 1.0 AA credit
Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12
Co-requisite(s): Sustainable Foods
Prerequisite (s): None
Extended Application (Senior Project) Offered
Transportation to Terra Nova Campus provided

NCAA Approved

Dual Credit Available Through PCC

The Sustainable Agriculture CTE Option Program located at Terra Nova Campus is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in sustainability. Students travel to Terra Nova Campus for two class periods to participate in the program, with district provided transportation. In the program students will learn field biology techniques on our outdoor four-acre farm and in our woodshop and industrial commercial kitchen. Course content includes all Beaverton School District biology standards. Career exploration and interaction with local industry partners are embedded throughout the course. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation. NCAA Approved. Dual Credit Option: PCC Biology

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY I – 3531 & 3532 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters: 2.0 AA credit 
Grade(s): 11 and 12
Prerequisites: none
Transportation to Merlo Station Campus provided

The Construction Technology CTE Option Program located at Merlo Station Campus is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in construction. Students travel to Merlo Station Campus for two class periods to participate in the program, with district provided transportation. Students will develop foundational knowledge and skills, including safety, tool use, measurement, layout, and basic building practices through hands-on, project based learning in a simulated workplace that includes an outdoor construction yard and classroom. As students progress through the two-year program they will learn to complete full projects independently from project planning through full execution. Students will explore a wide range of career opportunities and interact with local industry partners to gain insight into workplace expectations and postsecondary options. This program is a BOLI-approved pre-apprenticeship program intented to support successful transition into registered apprenticeship programs after high school. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY II - 3541 & 3542 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters: 2.0 AA credit
Grade(s): 12
Prerequisites: Construction Technology I
Transportation to Merlo Station Campus provided

This class will focus on advanced construction skills and zeroing in on the skills most needed in the industry.  Students in the course will be expected to read and follow instructions and detailed drawings to complete projects independently. We will also offer hands on experience welding and exploring electrical and plumbing systems.

MANUFACTURING I – 3291 & 3292 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 1 semesters: double-block (Periods 3 and 5) /1.0 AA credit 
Grade(s): 11 and 12
Prerequisites: None
Transportation to Westview HS provided

The Manufacturing Technology CTE Option Program located at Westview High School is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing. Students travel to Westview High School for two class periods to participate in the program, with district provided transportation. Over the course of the two-year program, students will learn skills and processes related to modern manufacturing technologies. Students will produce custom products to industrial standards using manual and computer-aided machine tools, applying quality control techniques throughout the production process. The course includes hands-on projects and participation in a school-based business, providing professional-quality products to clients in the school and community. Students will produce Students will explore a wide range of career opportunities and interact with local industry partners to gain insight into workplace expectations and postsecondary options. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation.

MANUFACTURING II - 3551 & 3552 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters: 2.0 AA credit
Grades: 12
Prerequisite: Manufacturing I
Transportation to Westview HS provided

The Manufacturing II course is offered on a double-block. Course work in the Manufacturing II class will extend student knowledge in the manufacturing process from design to production to consumer. Students are prepared for careers in high-tech manufacturing by producing products to industrial standards utilizing current manual and computer-aided machine tool technologies. Students will apply quality control techniques to achieve the final product. This advanced course prepares students for post-high school options in manufacturing and engineering careers. This course is a district- wide magnet program and students will be selected by lottery. 

FOUNDATIONS OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - 3451 & 3452 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters: 2.0 AA credit
Grade(s): 11 and 12
Prerequisites: None
Transportation to Sunset HS provided

The Behavioral Health CTE Option Program located at Sunset High School is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in behavioral health. Students travel to Sunset High School for two class periods to participate in the program, with district transportation provided. The program provides students with an overview of Trauma Informed Behavioral Health Care, how to engage in work with diverse populations, and understand cultural competence related to mental health. Emphasis will be placed on principles of laws and ethics, scope of practice, confidentiality, and respect of human dignity. Students will gain a comprehensive introduction to behavioral health systems, theory, and practice across the lifespan. Students explore developmental psychology theories and a range of evidence-based, emerging, and culturally responsive treatment approaches. Using an ecological systems framework, students examine mental health within social, ethical, and cultural contexts while building employable skills such as communication, self-regulation, cultural intentionality, and advocacy. Student experience culminates in workplace learning opportunities that includes job shadows and/or internships, providing firsthand exposure to behavioral health settings. Students will have the opportunity to hear from industry professionals and obtain certifications. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH II - 3461 & 3462 (ENTER EACH NUMBER TWICE)
Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters: 2.0 AA credit
Grade(s): 12
Prerequisites: Foundations of Behavior Health
Transportation to Sunset HS provided

The Behavioral Health CTE Option Program located at Sunset High School is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in behavioral health. Students travel to Sunset High School for two class periods to participate in the program, with district transportation provided. The program provides students with an overview of Trauma Informed Behavioral Health Care, how to engage in work with diverse populations, and understand cultural competence related to mental health. Emphasis will be placed on principles of laws and ethics, scope of practice, confidentiality, and respect of human dignity. Students will gain a comprehensive introduction to behavioral health systems, theory, and practice across the lifespan. Students explore developmental psychology theories and a range of evidence-based, emerging, and culturally responsive treatment approaches. Using an ecological systems framework, students examine mental health within social, ethical, and cultural contexts while building employable skills such as communication, self-regulation, cultural intentionality, and advocacy. Student experience culminates in workplace learning opportunities that includes job shadows and/or internships, providing firsthand exposure to behavioral health settings. Students will have the opportunity to hear from industry professionals and obtain certifications. Successful completion of year 2 will award students with the Higher Education & Career Path Skills required course for graduation.