Standards - Career & Technical Education

Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.

Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.

Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.

Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.

Create a formal, narrative proposal that communicates a specific concept, process, or product related to a chosen career pathway.

Conduct independent research related to a selected project concept.

Write a detailed report on the chosen project, demonstrating correct usage of standard writing format.

Produce an original multimedia presentation based upon project results.

Design a project portfolio that includes documentation of components of the project and demonstrates the validity of the process.