Online Public High School Program
Pathfinder Career Academy of Ohio
Online High School: Grades 9-10
HOW DOES IT WORK?
High school students of today have grown up in the digital age and use online technology to connect and learn. They respond to curriculum that is innovative and engaging. We offer an array of online public high school courses for them to choose from, including core subjects, honors & AP classes, and career readiness courses that are tailored to prepare them for life after high school.
In addition to general education courses, students will enroll in a career focused academies that is aligned to their college and career goals. With multiple paths for success, students have the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage against their peers, whether that includes college, career or both.
Within each Learning Community, students will have the ability to specialize in a program of study that connects with their interests, skills, and talents. No matter which academy a student chooses, they will develop essential workplace skills and have the opportunity to gain industry recognized credentials related to their program concentration.
Students will specialize in their pathway and strive to earn industry credentials that are relevant to current, in-demand, careers. Examples of credentials Pathfinder offers are Lean Six Sigma, Rise Up, Microsoft Office, and OSHA.
* Course offerings are subject to change and may vary based on school staffing.
Year 1
Every Student Starts Here
Foundations of Success Academy
As students begin their journey with Pathfinder Career Academy, each student will spend their first year in the Foundations of Success Academy. Here an emphasis will be on identifying personal strengths, interests, and passions that build the foundation for their college and/or career path. One-on-one support with a success coach allows students to begin to explore their major within the academy they will choose to attend upon completion of the academy.
Year 2
Every Student Chooses an Academy of Focus
During year two, students choose an Academy with a specific focus. Students typically remain together and can collaborate on course work, projects, socialize and support each other.
Career Discovery Academy
Career Discovery Academy: Not sure what careers you are interested in yet? In the Career Discovery Academy, students will learn strategies and skills for lifelong learning and success. They will learn about career paths, industries and job functions that will help clarify interests, goals and aspirations. Students will develop interview skills, learn topics that include professionalism, communication, teambuilding, networking, and negotiation.
What Can You Study:
- Professional & Community Leadership Program
- Personal Growth & Development Program
Specialized Trade Academy
Combine your passion for hands-on work with the in-demand skills needed in today’s economy by specializing in one of our skilled trades areas. Our online curriculum allows students to learn a lifelong skill from the convenience of their own home. Project based learning, peer collaboration, and lab time alongside their certified instructors can help lead students from the classroom to a career.
What Can You Study:
- Construction Technologies
Career Immersion Academy
In this rigorous curriculum, students in the Career Immersion Academy chose a major that aligns with their post-secondary goals. Opportunities are available for students to earn college credit with various institutions across the state through College Credit Plus. Students will build on their portfolio as they specialize in a chosen field, ultimately leading to multiple industry credentials and/or certifications. College planning and research will become a focus during your one-on-one success and career planning sessions.
What Can You Study:
- Early Childhood Education
- Teaching Professions
- Business Administrative Services
- Programming & Software Development
Core Courses, Grades 9-10
Interested in Other Options?
If you don’t see an industry that you are interested in, please reach out and let us know! We can connect you to a pathway to get you started. You can contact Marinise Harris at mharris@pathfinderoh.org or Casey Hawkins at chawkins@pathfinderoh.org for more information
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