Career Technical Education

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Prospect High School offers a robust Career Technical Education program providing industry-level experience and education. Upon completion of a pathway, students receive the following recognition at graduation:

  • 2-Year Pathway: Prospect CTE Pin
  • 3-Year Pathway: Prospect CTE Cord
  • 4-Year Pathway: Prospect CTE Stole

Explore the CTE pathways, course sequences, and prerequisites offered at Prospect High School below.

Pathway Descriptions

Financial Management Courses

DIGITAL TOOLS FOR BUSINESS View Details

This course is the introduction for students beginning the Financial Services CTE pathway. Students will investigate the field of financial management and its industry standards.

  • Course Level: Introduction
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Applied Arts
  • UC/CSU Area: Electives (g)
BUSINESS ACCOUNTING & PERSONAL FINANCE 1 View Details

An intermediate course providing an overview of accounting principles and cycles. Ideal for students pursuing post-secondary business opportunities or the Financial Services industry.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Elective
  • UC/CSU Area: Electives (g)

Digital Filmmaking Courses

Digital Filmmaking 1 View Details

This course is a hands-on, project-based introduction to filmmaking. Through instruction and project creation, students learn the three phases of the production process while experiencing both technical and creative aspects of filmmaking.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Visual & Performing Arts
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
Digital Filmmaking 2 View Details

This course builds on skills from level 1 while students work individually and as team members in the production of films and other media projects. An emphasis is placed on learning the visual language of film.

  • Course Level: Capstone
  • Prerequisite: Digital Filmmaking 1 or Instructor Approval
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Visual & Performing Arts
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
Digital Filmmaking 3 View Details

The capstone for the pathway. Students create original films using industry-standard equipment with a focus on the role of the director and finding an individual voice as a filmmaker.

  • Course Level: Advanced Capstone
  • Prerequisite: Digital Filmmaking 2 or Instructor Approval
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Visual & Performing Arts
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
Digital Filmmaking 4 Honors View Details

The final course in the pathway. Students take on leadership roles (Producer) and develop advanced planning and artistic aptitudes for employment and post-secondary education.

  • Course Level: Advanced Capstone
  • Prerequisite: Digital Filmmaking 3 or Instructor Approval
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Visual & Performing Arts
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
  • Honors/AP Value: UC/CSU Weighted

Theatre Arts Courses

Theatre Arts 1 - Beginning View Details

This course introduces all aspects of theatre arts. Students study acting principles, character analysis, movement, and improvisation, while gaining a working knowledge of theatre history and theatrical design.

  • Course Level: Introduction
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
Theatre Arts 2 - Production & Performance View Details

Focuses on styles of acting and theatrical production. Class work centers on scene study—including research, direction, and stage management—using monologues from various eras and genres.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: Theatre 1
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
Theatre Arts 3 - Directing for Stage View Details

An extension of the program focusing on directing. Students develop leadership skills through collaborative projects, focusing on concept creation, peer coaching, and critical analysis.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: Theatre 2
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
Theatre Arts 4 Honors View Details

Advanced course focusing on leadership and producing. Students master the business of theatre and the production process while deepening their artistic skills as actors and directors.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: Theatre 3
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
  • Honors/AP Value: UC/CSU Weighted

Technical Theater Courses

TECHNICAL THEATER 1- TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN View Details

This course develops knowledge in all technical aspects of theatrical production, including scenery, lighting, sound, and stage management. Students gain hands-on experience and crew for two productions.

  • Course Level: Introduction
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
TECHNICAL THEATER 2- STAGE DESIGN View Details

Continues to refine concepts from level 1 while broadening focus to include research techniques, sketching, drafting, and model building. Students directly design and construct sets, costumes, and lighting for school productions.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: Technical Theater 1
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
TECHNICAL THEATRE 3 – PRODUCTION STAFF View Details

Focuses on the staff aspects of production, including roles as technical director and lead designers. Participation in rehearsals and performances beyond the school day is required.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: Technical Theatre 2
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
TECHNICAL THEATRE 4 HONORS – THEATRE LEADERSHIP View Details

Deepens focus on leadership and production management. Students must produce a production and complete an internship with a professional theatre company.

  • Course Level: Concentrator
  • Prerequisite: Technical Theatre 3
  • Graduation Credit: Visual & Performing Arts, CTE, Electives
  • UC/CSU Area: Visual & Performing Arts (f)
  • Honors/AP Value: UC/CSU Weighted

Engineering Courses

PLTW: INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN View Details

Designed for students interested in pursuing an Engineering Career. Students use industry-standard 3D modeling software, AutoDesk Inventor, to solve problems and document their work in an engineer's notebook.

  • Grade Levels: 9-12
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Applied Arts
  • UC/CSU Area: College Prep Electives (g)

Computer Science Courses

Computer Programming View Details

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming and data manipulation. Through a project-oriented approach, students use tools like Scratch, Python, and Java to create interactive applications, games, and art while learning software design and debugging strategies.

  • Grade Levels: 9-12
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Mathematics
  • CTE Course Level: Capstone
  • UC/CSU Area: Elective (g)
Advanced Placement Computer Science View Details

An introductory college-level course focused on program development and implementation to solve complex problems. Students study algorithms, fundamental data structures, and the use of logic and formal methods.

  • Prerequisite: Integrated Math 3/STEM or Algebra 2 and Programming
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Mathematics, Applied Arts
  • UC/CSU Area: Elective (g)
  • Honors/AP Value: UC/CSU Weighted

Work Experience

General Work Experience Education (GWEE) View Details

Designed for juniors and seniors, this course combines supervised part-time employment with academic preparation. Students develop desirable work habits while meeting on campus at least once per week to complete required assignments and paperwork.

  • Prerequisite: Must be 16+ and employed by first meeting; jobs must be instructor-approved.
  • Graduation Credit: CTE, Applied Arts
  • CTE Course Level: None
  • UC/CSU Area: None

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