School District
Academy of Finance
HS & Web Address
Minimum HS Graduation
Requirements
Grade
English
PROGRAM OF STUDY MATRIX TEMPLATE: MIDDLE - HIGH SCHOOL – POSTSECONDARY
Math
Science
Social Studies
Additional Required
Courses
CTE Pathway Requirements
Career & Technical
Courses
Other Required or
Elective Courses
Middle
School
Student Success Plans outlining career goals should be utilized through the advisement process.
7
ELA 7
Math 7
Science 7
Social Studies 7
Exploring Business, Finance & Marketing 7
Electives
8
ELA 8
Math 8
Science 8
Social Studies 8
Exploring Business, Finance & Marketing 8
Electives
Algebra I
NGSS Aligned
Physical/
Integrated
Science
Civics/Geography
Fundamentals of Finance (FOF)
This matrix
represents a sample
program of study.
Secondary
9
World Language I
10
ELA 10
Algebra II
NGSS Aligned
Biology
Economics/
Personal Finance
World Language II
Principles of Accounting (POA)
11
ELA 11
Geometry
NGSS Aligned
Chemistry
US History
Physical Education
(≥1 Credit)
Financial Services (FS)
12
Postsecondary
ELA 9
13
14
15
16
ELA 12
Pre-Calculus or
Statistics
AP Economics
Health Education
(≥ 0.5 Credit)
The Department of Education is currently negotiating articulation agreements with Delaware State University, Delaware Technical Community College, Goldey
Beacom College, the University of Delaware, and Wilmington University.
Continue courses in the area of specialization.
The LEA’s program
of study must be
reflective of
local/state high
school graduation
requirements and
college entrance
requirements.
This matrix should be
reflective of the
school’s course
sequence and
requirements.
All programs of study
should meet the
students’ career
goals with regard to
required degrees
and/or certifications.
Required courses will
vary by PS
institution.
March 8, 2016
Additional Learning Opportunities
Early Career Opportunities:
Cooperative Education
Internship
Other:
Other Early Career Opportunities
Early College Opportunities:
Dual Enrollment
Advanced Placement
Articulated Credit
Delaware State University: In Progress
Delaware Technical Community College: In
Progress
Goldey Beacom College: In Progress
University of Delaware: In Progress
Wilmington University: In Progress
Pre-Apprenticeship
Other:
Other Early College Opportunities
Industry Recognized Certifications/Licenses:
NAFTrack Certification
Student Organization:
BPA
Sample Careers By Educational Level
Employment Opportunities
(Upon Completion of HS Pathway)
Insurance Sales Agents
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks
Loan Interviewers and Clerks
Bill and Account Collectors
Tellers
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Technical Training or Associate Degree
Accounts Payable Technicians
Accounts Receivable Technicians
Budget Analysts
Payroll Technicians
Staff Accountants
Tax Preparers
Bachelor’s Degree
Personal Financial Advisors
Financial Analysts
Credit Analysts
Accountants and Auditors
Budget Analysts
Loan Officers
Insurance Underwriters
Master’s Degree or Above
Certified Public Accountants
Certified Management Accountants
Certified Fraud Examiners
*May require higher education depending on job responsibilities.
Feeder Middle School(s):
Colleges/Universities and Articulated Credit Agreements:
Articulation agreements in progress with:
Delaware State University, Delaware Technical Community College, Goldey Beacom College, the University of Delaware, and Wilmington University.
LEA Additional Graduation Requirements:
March 8, 2016