Industry Recognized Certificates/Credentials
Students have the potential to earn an industry recognized certificates and credentials through their experiences in our CTE programs. The following certificates and credentials could include the following:
Employability Skills
While enrolled in the Education and Training program, students will be expected to work on various employability skills that could be related to the industry recognized certificate / credentials listed above. See some examples of how students will work on these skills below:
- Communication Skills
Effective communication is at the heart of education and training. Educators and trainers need to explain complex concepts clearly, listen to students' questions and concerns, and provide constructive feedback. For instance, a teacher must communicate subject matter in a way that is easily understandable to students, tailoring their approach to different learning styles and abilities.
- Adaptability and Flexibility
In the field of education, adaptability is crucial as no two students are exactly alike. Educators often need to adjust their teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning needs. For instance, a special education teacher may need to modify lesson plans to suit the unique needs of individual students with disabilities, ensuring that each student can access and engage with the curriculum effectively.
- Empathy and Patience
Empathy and patience are essential skills for educators and trainers, especially when working with students facing challenges. Educators must understand the emotional and psychological needs of their students and provide support accordingly. For example, a counselor working with students in a high-stress academic environment should be empathetic, offering emotional support and guidance to help students manage stress and maintain their mental well-being.
CTSO Applications
Students who enroll in a course within the Education and Training program have the opportunity to engage in in a CTSO. Below are some potential applications to a CTSO that student could be involved when participating in this CTE program:
- FCCLA/EducatorsRising: Lesson Planning & Delivery- CTE
Planning, preparing, and delivering effective instruction is the heart of the work of all educators. This competition challenges young educators to plan and deliver a lesson of their choosing to an actual CTE classroom of students.
- FCCLA/EducatorsRising: Lesson Planning & Delivery- STEM
Planning, preparing, and delivering effective instruction is the heart of the work of all educators. This competition challenges young educators to plan and deliver a lesson of their choosing to an actual classroom of students. Selfreflection following the lesson is an essential component of this competition; a clear-eyed evaluation of what you’ve done is the best way to learn and make wise choices in the future.
- FCCLA/EducatorsRising: Exploring Education Administration Careers
Successful operation of an education institution requires competent administration. Administrators provide direction, leadership, and day-to-day management of educational activities in schools and other education institutions. The purpose of this competition is to learn more about education administration careers through job shadowing and interviewing a current education administrator.