Career Technical Education
Developing Skills for Life!
All PHS CTE Pathways
Career Technical Education/Workforce Preparation
Career Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Preparation in a school district focuses on equipping students with practical skills, industry knowledge, and work-related experiences that prepare them for successful careers and further education. This department bridges the gap between education and the workforce by providing students with the tools they need to thrive in their chosen fields.
Patterson's Career Technical Education Pathways engages students in hands-on, skill-based programs to prepare them with skills that are useful regardless of their post-secondary plans. They will use these skills when they go to college, enter the workforce, or pursue trade school trade school or apprenticeships.
It is our mission to train students with real-world applicable skills by training them in industries that are in demand in the local labor market. Students will have access to a plethora of knowledge, practical skill-building, professional skills, and industry-recognized certifications aimed at preparing them for life after high school.
We encourage all students to consider taking a CTE pathway that fits their interests and future career planning.
Kimberly Brinkman
Program Director, Career Technical Education Pathways
kbrinkman@patterson.k12.ca.us
Students within this pathway often participate in work-based and skills-based activities both on and off campus. When available, they will be promoted via ParentSquare. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to Kym Brinkman.
Why Career Technical Education is Essential to the High School Experience
Prepare your children for life after high school.
How to Obtain a Competitive Advantage for Your Future:
- Rigorous General Education (High School Diploma)
- Technical Skills (CTE Pathway: Hands-on training)
- Industry Recognized Certification (CTE Pathway)
- Employment Preparation (Soft-skills/Professional skills - CTE Pathway)
Patterson Career Technical Education Pathways
All Pathways are available to ALL students and are at no-cost to you. Students will gain work-based/project-based learning through hands-on training during the school day, have the option to earn college credit at Modesto Junior College, and career-recognized industry credentials that align with the current labor market in Patterson, CA and Stanislaus County.
Agriculture and Natural Resources Pathway
National FFA Organization
Students enrolled in our Agriculture and Natural Resources Pathway are automatically enrolled in FFA, a national organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business, and technology of agriculture. As members, students participate in various events, on and off campus, equipping them with the leadership skills necessary to be successful after high school. Students have an opportunity to raise animals and plants or create fabrication designs for show at the Stanislaus County Fair, run for official FFA Officer positions, and participate in various activities creating a community and sense of belonging within the group.
To learn more about this organization, you may visit the California Agriculture Education website: Home | California FFA and Agricultural Education
Agriculture Pathway
Agriculture Pathway Sequence
PATHWAY |
INTRODUCTORY COURSE |
CONCENTRATOR COURSE |
CAPSTONE COURSE |
AG MECHANICS |
AG ENGINEERING 1P (G) | AG ENGINEERING 2P (G) | AG WELDING AND FABRICATION P (F) |
AGRISCIENCE |
AG BIOLOGY P (D) | CHEM AGRISCIENCE P (D) | ANIMAL SCIENCE P (D) |
| AG FOOD SCIENCE P (D) | VETERINARY SCIENCE P (D) | ||
ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE |
ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE P (G) | AG FLORAL P (G) | HISTORY & ART OF FLORAL DESIGN P (F) |
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS/SKILLS PREPARATION AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS TO EARN
AG MECHANICS |
AGRISCIENCE |
ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE |
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Cosmetology and Barbering Pathway
Open to all Juniors who are on track for graduation, this 2-period block schedule class prepares students for careers within the beauty industry. Students have an option of pursuing a cosmetology or barbering license through hands-on instruction.
As Seniors, students have the opportunity to work in our fully functioning salon and provide hair, nail, beard, facial, and make-up services to the public. They are expected to maintain a professional appearance and attitude and attend school regularly. Students have an opportunity to earn their 1000 lab hours required to sit for their California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology license before they graduate.
This program is at no-cost to the students enrolled. All materials and tools are provided to them upon enrolling. If students reach the 1000-hour threshold to take their California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology license before graduation, their first exam fee will be paid for by Patterson High School.
Fashion and Interior Design Sector: Cosmetology and Barbering Pathway
Pathway |
Introductory Course |
Concentrator Course - Junior Level (11th grade only) |
Capstone Couse - Senior Level (12th grade only) |
| Fashion and Interior Design: Personal Services | Cosmetology 1 (F) |
Cosmetology 2 (F)
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Barbering 1 (F)
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Barbering 2 (F)
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* Only students who have successfully completed the Junior Level Cosmetology 1/Barber 1 may enroll in Cosmetology 2 or Barbering 2. Enrollment into the program is only permitted at the beginning of the student's Junior year.
Industry Credentials/Skills Preparation Available for Students to Earn
- OSHA 10: Workplace Safety
- Career Readiness and Professional Skills
- Personal Finance and Entrepreneurship
- Practical hours for licensure as a cosmetologist or barber in the state of California
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Supply Chain and Logistics Pathway
Students enrolled in the Supply Chain and Logistics program gain valuable skills related to working in today's supply chain and operations industry. Students learn by working in our fully functioning warehouse on campus where they learn inventory management, supply chain routes and management, workplace safety, hazard prevention, forklift and pallet jack safety, and have the opportunity to complete coursework to fulfill their Federal Entry Level Commercial Driver Safety requirement. The program is at no-cost to the students, and all materials and tools are provided to them.
Supply Chain and Logistics Operations Pathway
Pathway |
Introductory Course |
Concentrator Couse |
Capstone Course |
| Supply Chain Management | Logistics & Distribution P (G) | Supply Chain & Logistics/ (MJC) Logistics 201 (G) | |
| Forklift Safety and Maintenance | Logistics & Distribution P (G) | Forklift Safety and Maintenance P (G) | |
| Commercial Trucking | Logistics & Distribution P (G) | Trucking II P (G) |
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS/SKILLS PREPARATION AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS TO EARN
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT |
FORKLIFT SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE |
TRUCKING |
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Patient Care Pathway
In the Medical/Patient Care Pathway, students learn skills related to medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, medical careers, and patient care. These careers include but are not limited to certified nursing assistant, physician, physical therapy, x-ray/ultrasound technician, respiratory therapy, etc. It is recommended to take these classes in a series as the skills build upon themselves and students will gain confidence and understanding of patient care as they progress throughout the pathway.
This pathway is at no-cost to the students. All materials and tools are provided to the student.
Medical Pathway/ Patient Care
Pathway |
Introductory Course |
Concentrator Course |
Capstone Course12th Grade |
| Patient Care | Medical Careers Lab P (G) (recommended 10th grade) | ||
| Human Anatomy & Physiology P (D) (recommended 11th grade) | |||
| MJC DE Elementary Human Anatomy & Physiology (D) | Patient Care Technician P (G) |
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS/SKILLS PREPARATION AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS TO EARN
- American Red Cross CPR Certification
- Automated External Defibrillator
- Basic First Aid/First Responder
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPPA) Privacy
- Medical Ethics
- National Healthcareer Association Patient Care Technician Certification