CAREER READINESS Important steps to maximizing student potential: Research education and training requirements for specific careers 1. Set 2. specific, realistic career goals Learn how to find, apply for, and keep a job 3. Know the concrete steps needed to purse and complete training and skill development for specific careers 4. Understand the benefits of a productive career (salary, retirement, insurance, etc.) and its importance to lifelong success 5. Ozarks Technical Career Center The OTC Career Center is an excellent way for eligible high school students to get a jumpstart on their college education, explore possible careers and develop skills needed in today’s workforce. This immersive program is designed to guide students toward college and career opportunities after graduation. When students attend the Career Center, they may work toward an Associate of Applied Science degree or a Certificate of Achievement or Specialization (https://academics.otc.edu/careercenter/). Sophomores will be provided with information regarding the Career Center during first semester. Students interested will be given the opportunity to sign up for an orientation day and will be taken to the campus by the high school counselor and career navigator.
Market Value Assets (Soft Skills Development) A focus will be put on school policies and practices that help students learn skills to better prepare them for the workforce. Market value assets, or soft skills, like Time Management, Attendance, Taking Responsibility, Communication, and Problem Solving will be prioritized with purpose.
Career and Technical Education Certificate (Fall 2026)
To earn this DESE certificate, students must earn three or more credits in a single CTE program area, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in the CTE area of concentration, have a 95% attendance record for grades 9-12, pass and approved assessment, and demonstrate employability skills.
Youth Apprenticeship Program - Off Campus (Fall 2026) Registered Youth Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, receive progressive wage increases, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential. Registered Apprenticeships are industry-vetted and approved and validated by the U.S. Department of Labor or a State Apprenticeship Agency. Students interested in participating in an apprenticeship program should stop by the high school counseling office for additional information.
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