Automotive Technology Regional Course

Students will learn the fundamentals of automotive systems and maintenance. Upon completion of the program, students may be eligible to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test in preparation for a career as an automotive mechanic. This program is offered at Bartlett High School, Elgin High School, and South Elgin High School.

Business & Computer Education

Learn the skills and background knowledge needed to be successful in a future career in the business or computer industry. Possible courses include Intro to Global Business, Marketing, Accounting, Computer Applications, and Web and Media Design. Some courses qualify for articulated credit through Elgin Community College. This pathway is available at all U-46 schools.

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Family and Consumer Sciences

Learn the skills and background knowledge required for a future career in fashion, education, or the culinary arts. Possible courses include Fashion/Apparel Construction and Textiles, Fashion/Apparel Marketing and Merchandising, Child Development, and Culinary Arts. Some courses qualify for articulated credit through Elgin Community College. These programs are available at all U-46 high schools.

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Health Care Sciences

Learn about the human body systems and gain a foundation of health care sciences to prepare for a future career in the medical field. Successful completion of the program may qualify students to take the state certification exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. Possible courses include Foundations of Health Care Science, Fundamentals of Human Anatomy, and Principles of Biomedical Science. Students have the opportunity to complete an internship in the health care field during their junior or senior year. This program is offered at all U-46 high schools.

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Precision Manufacturing Regional Course

South Elgin High School or Streamwood High School, District U-46

This Regional Career Pathway is housed in District U-46 and is also available to students in Districts 300, 301, and 303. Students participating in the program will engage in project-based learning to develop the skills required to earn certifications such as the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS).

Veterinary Assistant Regional Course

Central High School, District 301

This Regional Career Pathway is housed at Central High School in District 301 and is also available to students in Districts 300, 303, and U-46. Students participating in this program will gain hands-on knowledge and experiences that will equip them to earn a Veterinary Assistant Certification.

Welding Regional Course

Elgin High School, District U-46, or Hampshire High School, District 300

This Regional Career Pathway is housed at Streamwood High School and South Elgin High School in School District U-46 and is also available for students in Districts 300, 301, and 303. Students participating in the program will learn a variety of welding processes and techniques that will equip them to earn certification from the American Welding Society.