Why is this important? Professional certificates have become VERY valuable in the workplace! WPS offers students an opportunity to earn these during classes in their schedule.
There are SIX steps to complete this activity:
1. You earn a Professional Certificate by showing that you have learned a specific set of skills (usually by taking a test). We have a lot of classes at WHS where students can earn a Professional Certificate.
2. Watch this video to learn more about the value of professional certificates and hear from other high school students who have earned them
3. Go to the Professional Certificates page in the Course Catalog to see the current opportunities in Westminster Public Schools. Our district offers certificates in Biomed, Business, Computer Science, Animal Science, Engine Tech, Construction, Engineering, Culinary, Graphic Design, and Video Cinema Arts!
4. If you are interested in taking a class that is offered at Westminster High School, you would add the class to your Academic Plan during course registration in February and March (make sure you have met the prerequisites!)
5. Open the Completion Ticket and answer the questions. Submit it to your locker so that your teacher knows you completed the activity!