Warren Central Career Pathways 2015-2016
 Accounting
 Agricultural Power, Structural, Technical
Systems
 Animal Science Systems
 Business Management
 Business Technology
 Consumer & Family Management
 Culinary Arts
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Early Childhood Education
Fundamentals of Teaching
Horticulture and Plant Science Systems
Information Processing
Instrumental Ensemble: Band
JROTC
Visual Art
Vocal Ensemble
To complete a career pathway a student must take the courses in bold. The
other courses listed are electives within the major.
To finish the pathway a student must complete at least 4 credits in the
pathway.
To sit for a career ready assessment a student must be enrolled in their 3rd
credit in a pathway.
Area Technology Career Pathways
 Automotive Technology
 Construction Technology
 Computer Programming (Offered Through
Skype)
 Health Sciences: Pre-Nursing
 Information Technology
 Welding
Warren Central Career Pathways 2015-2016
Agriculture Pathways
Career Pathway
Agricultural Power,
Structural, Technical
Systems
Description
Students design agricultural
structures as well as machinery and
equipment using the concepts of
engineering, hydraulics, in the field
of agriculture.
Courses
 Principles of Ag Science & Tech
 Ag Construction Skills
 Small Power Equipment
 Ag Structures and Design
Animal Science Systems
Study will focus on the scientific
principles that underline the
breeding, care ,and management
of agricultural animals.
 Principles of Ag Science & Tech
 Animal Science
 Small Animal Technology
 Equine Science
 Food Science & Technology
Horticulture and Plant
Science Systems
Study will focus on the scientific
principles of breeding,
cultivation, and production of
agricultural plants.
 Principles of Ag Science & Tech
 Floriculture/Floral Design
 Greenhouse Technology
 Landscaping/Turf Management
Career Ready Measure
Career Examples
Agricultural Power,
 Agricultural Engineer
Structural, Technical  Welder
Systems KOSSA
 Mechanical Engineer
 Diesel Technician
 Small Engine Mechanic
Animal Science Systems  Veterinarian
KOSSA
 Animal Scientist
 Marine Biologist
 Horse Trainer
 Animal Breeder
 Farmer
Horticulture KOSSA
 Horticulturist
 Agronomist
 Landscaper
 Scientist
 Botanist
JROTC Pathway
Career Pathway
JROTC
Description
Prepares students for responsible
leadership, while instilling selfesteem, teamwork and selfdiscipline.
Additionally, student can earn up
to 32 college credit hours in areas
including financial literacy, health &
wellness, history, government,
community service and leadership.
Courses
 Leadership/Military Science Level I
 Leadership/Military Science Level II
 Leadership/Military Science Level III
 Leadership/Military Science Level IV
Career Ready Measure
Career Examples
JROTC Certificate of  Military organizations
 Para military
Training
organizations (police, law
enforcement, security)
 Hard & Soft Leadership &
Organizational Skills
required for industry &
business managerial &
section leadership
positions
Business Pathways
Career Pathway
Accounting
Business Management
Business Technology
Information Processing
Description
Courses
 Digital Literacy
 Intro to Money Management
 Advanced Accounting
 Financial Literacy or Personal
Finance (Dual Credit)
 Business Management
 Advanced Computer App.
Prepares individuals to plan,
 Business Principles and App
organize, direct, and control the
 Business Management
functions and processes of a firm
 Digital Literacy
or organization
 Introduction to Money Mgt
 Financial Literacy or Personal
Finance (Dual Credit)
 Business Law
Prepares individuals to provide
 Digital Literacy
basic administrative support under  Business Principles and App
the supervision of office
 Multimedia Publishing
 Business Management
 Financial Literacy
 Advanced Computer App
 Introduction to Money Mgt
Prepares individuals to support
 Digital Literacy or Business
business information operations by
Principles and App
using computer equipment to
 Advanced Computer App
enter, process, and retrieve data
 Multimedia Publishing
for a wide variety of administrative
 Introduction to Money Mgt
purposes.
or Financial Literacy
Prepares individuals to practice the
profession of accounting and to
perform related business functions
Career Ready Measure
Accounting KOSSA
Career Examples
 Certified Public Accountant
 Forensic Accountant
ASK Concepts of Finance  Personal Financial Planner
 Sports Agent
 NASA, FBI or IRS
 Entrepreneur
Business Management
KOSSA
ASK Business
Fundamentals
ASK Entre/Mgt
ASK Fundamental
Business Concepts
Administrative Support
Services KOSSA
IC3 Certification
 Entry Level Manager
 Account Manager
 Real Estate Agent
 Insurance Agent
 Quality Controller
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Software developer
Web developer
IT Manager
Computer programmer
Computer Systems Admin
Social Media Architect
Mobile Developer
 Cloud Architect
 Receptionist/Information
Clerk
 Data Entry Clerk
 Bill and Account Collector
 Insurance Claims Adjuster
Family & Consumer Science Pathways
Career Pathway
Consumer & Family
Management
Description
Prepares students to develop
skills associated with early career
employment opportunities &
rigorous education programs
Courses
 FACS Essentials
 Foods & Nutrition
 Relationships
 Parenting
 Middle to Late Lifespan Dev
 FACS Essentials
 Foods & Nutrition
 Culinary I
 Culinary II
Culinary Arts
Prepares students for success in
the culinary industry and
promotes continuing education
at the post-secondary level
Early Childhood
Education
Prepares students for success in
early childhood education so that
individuals can teach students
ranging in age from infancy
through grade 3
 FACS Essentials
 Early Lifespan Dev
 Child Dev Services I
 Child Dev Services II
 Relationships
 Parenting
 Principles of Teaching
Fundamentals of
Teaching
Prepares students for success in
the fashion industry as well as
careers in the residential housing
and furnishing industry
 FACS Essentials
 Early Lifespan Dev
 Middle to Late Lifespan Dev
 Principles of Teaching
 Relationships
Career Ready Measure
Career Examples
AAFCS Pre-PAC Family &  Marriage & Family
Community
Therapist
 Family & Cons.
Consumer & Family
Scientist
Mgmt. KOSSA
 Abuse/Crisis Counselor
ServSafe Food Managers  Chef/Cook
Certification
 Baker
 Entrepreneur
Culinary Arts KOSSA
 Food Inspector
 Butcher
Commonwealth
 Early Childhood
Childcare Credential
Educator
(CCCC) or CDA
 Psychologist
 Nanny
Early Childhood
 Pediatrician
Education KOSSA
 Midwife
KY Early Care &
Education Orientation
Certificate
AAFCS Pre-PAC
 Teacher
Educational
 Teacher Assistant
Fundamentals
 Principal
 Superintendent
 School Counselor
Visual and Performing Arts Pathways
Career Pathway
Visual Art
Description
Prepares students to create
original works as a visual art
Courses
 Visual Art I
 Visual Art II
 Visual Art III
 AP Studio Art-Drawing
 Art- Independent Study
 AP Studio Art 2-D
 AP Studio Art 3-D
Career Ready Measure
Career Examples
Visual Arts Capstone  Art Therapist
Portfolio
 Artist/Painter
 Cartoonist
 Computer Animator
 Graphic Designer
 Photographer
Career Pathway
Instrumental Ensemble:
Band
Description
Prepares students to master
musical instruments (including
strings) & performing art as solo
and/or ensemble performers
Courses
 Music Instrumental I
 Music Instrumental II
 Music Instrumental III
 Music Instrumental IV
 Music Jazz
 Music Independent Study
Career Ready Measure
Career Examples
Instrumental Ensemble  Composer
Capstone Portfolio
 Instrument
Builder/Repair
 Music Teacher
 Music Therapist
 Musician
 Singer
Career Pathway
Vocal Ensemble
Description
Prepares students to perform as
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Courses
Vocal Ensemble I (Beg)
Vocal Ensemble II (Adv)
Vocal Ensemble III (Adv)
Vocal Ensemble IV (Adv)
Vocal Technique
Music Theory
Career Ready Measure
Career Examples
Vocal Ensemble
 Composer
Capstone Portfolio
 Instrument
Builder/Repair
 Musician
 Music Teacher
 Singer
Area Technology Center Pathways
Career Pathway
Automotive Technology
Description
Prepares students to apply
technical knowledge & skills to
repair, service, & maintain all
types of automobiles
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Construction Technology
Prepares students to apply
technical knowledge & skills to
lay out, cut, fabricate, erect,
install, & repair wooden
structures & fixtures, using
hand & power tools
 Introduction to Const. Carpentry &
Industrial Safety**
 Floor & Wall Framing**
 Ceiling & Roof Framing**
 Exterior & Interior Finish**
 Site Layout & Foundations**
Computer Programming
(Offered Through Skype)
Prepares students to design,
create, & troubleshoot the
latest programming languages
used in industry
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Health Sciences: PreNursing
Information Technology
Welding
Courses
Auto Maint. & Light Repair A & Lab
Auto Maint. & Light Repair B & Lab
Auto Maint. & Light Repair C & Lab
Auto Maint. & Light Repair D & Lab
Digital Literacy
Computational Thinking**
C++1**
JavaScript**
Prepares students for admission  Intro to Nursing and Health Care**
to a professional program in
 Medical Term/ Emergency
Nursing
Procedures**
 Medicaid Nurse Aid
 Health Sciences Anatomy & Phys.
Prepares students to learn
 Computer Literacy**
administration support skills or  Computer Hardware & Software**
upgrade existing computer
 Cisco Net. I**
information systems skills
 Cisco Net. II**
Prepares students to assist lead  Oxy-Fuel Systems**
welders in the fabrication of
 Shielded Metal Arc Weld**
steel and metal structures
 Blueprint Reading for Welding**
 Gas Metal Arc Welding**
Career Ready Measure
Transportation KOSSA
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ASE Student Certification: 
Maintenance and Light 
Repair
Construction KOSSA
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NCCER: Carpentry
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Programming KOSSA
CompTIA
Allied Heath KOSSA
State Registered Nurse
Aide
(SRNA)
Networking KOSSA
CompTIA
Carpenter
Construction Laborer
Construction Manager
Drywall Installer
Flooring Installer
 Computer Programmer
 Software Developer
 Computer Engineer
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American Welding Society 
SENSE (AWS)
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Manufacturing KOSSA
Career Examples
Auto Technician
Service Advisor
Dispatcher
Auto Sales Rep
Nurse
Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Asst.
Physician’s Assistant
Doctor
Cisco Network
Administrator
Cisco Engineer
Cisco System
Administrator
Assur. Analyst
Welder
Ironworker
Inspector
Welding Engineer