TECH PREP SCHEDULE OUTLINE FOR HIGH SCHOOL COURSES
(ADVANCED STUDIES DIPLOMA WITH TECH PREP SEAL)

This sample basic program of study plus a completer sequence for one Career and Technical Education area articulated with a community college program will meet the requirements for a Tech Prep seal on your diploma. Approved Tech Prep programs are available in: Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Marketing, and Industrial Technology.

Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
*Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II

Math Analysis,
AP Calculus,
or any math above Algebra II

Earth Science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics or other advanced science
World History and Geography to 1500 A.D.
World History and Geography 1000 A.D. to Present
VA and United States History
VA and United States Government
Health and Physical Education 9
Health and Physical Education 10
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*Foreign Language

Foreign Language
Foreign Language
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**( Fine Arts or Practical Arts elective)
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* Foreign Language (1) and Algebra (1) credits may be earned in middle school.

** High school Career and Technical Education courses satisfy the requirement for Fine Arts or Practical Arts credit.

Notes:

  1. This basic program of study plus two (2) electives meets minimum requirements for the 24-credit Advanced Studies Diploma.
  2. An Advanced Studies diploma student may complete a Career and Technical Education sequence also. If Foreign Language and/or Algebra credits are earned in middle school, more openings are available during high school for Career and Technical Education including programs at The Pruden Center for Industry and Technology. (See sample schedule on page 55.)
  3. Complete the schedule by adding the Career and Technical Education courses that best match your career interests. Remaining elective openings may be used for cooperative experiences if available in your chosen area, for additional courses for specialization in your area, or other electives of interest.
 
   
 

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