Career & Technical Education
Business and Industry Route CTE Teacher Preparation Program
Gain access to a world of opportunities, including internships, co-op experiences, and invaluable networking opportunities with professionals through your CTE program.
Are you ready to embark on a journey toward a rewarding career? Our Career and Technical Education programs provide you with an immersive, hands-on learning experience that equips you with practical skills and knowledge to excel in your chosen field. With our strong industry connections, cutting-edge training, and opportunities for internships and networking, CWU's CTE programs pave the way for your fulfilling career. We're not just preparing you for a job; we're nurturing your personal growth and confidence through engaging projects and a supportive learning environment. Apply now and set the course for a bright future with CWU's CTE programs.
Use the link below to apply for the Business & Industry Route Career and Technical Education Teacher Preparation Program. Please select the term you want to start classes or the next closest term. The application will not allow you to choose a term already underway, but this program offers rolling enrollment so you can enroll immediately.
Apply TodayCentral's Business & Industry Route (Plan 2) CTE Teacher Preparation program is uniquely designed for busy, working professionals. Now offering individually-paced, asynchronous courses allowing participation from anywhere, any time of day. Courses are offered every quarter to fit into your busy schedule. Personalize your timeline with year-round start dates and flexible due dates.
Apply today to get started!
Questions? Contact Us
Career and Technical Education509-963-2304
cte@cwu.edu
Program Information
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Endorsement Areas
These are the specialty areas in which a person can seek Business & Industry Route CTE certification in the state of Washington. The area(s) in which a person qualifies will depend on their occupational experience. 6000 hours of occupational experience is required in addition to the Business & Industry Route CTE coursework to become certified in any particular specialty area.
Agriculture AreasAgribusinessAgricultural MechanicsAgricultural ProductionAquaculture, HorticultureFloriculture, Agriculture Food ScienceNatural ResourcesChemical TechnologyVeterinarian AssistantHealth AreasHealth Informatic CareersHealth Support Services CareersHealth Therapeutic CareersHealth Diagnostic CareersDental Assisting, Sports MedicineNursing AssistingGlobal HealthBiomedical ScienceHealth Science BiotechnologyHuman Services AreasCosmetologyFood Production and ServicesConsumer ServicesFood Science and ServicesTranslation and InterpretationConsumer ServicesFood Science Dietetics and NutritionHousing Interiors and FurnishingsFamily and Community ServicesEarly Childhood Education and ServicesTextiles and ApparelEducational Para ProCareers in EducationCulinary ArtsHospitality Recreation and TourismSign Language InterpreterPersonal Care ServicesSkills and Technology Sciences AreasSTEM TechnologyCommunication TechnologiesEngineering, Material EngineeringManufacturing TechnologyJROTC, Criminal Protective ServicesForensic TechnologyFire ServiceConstruction TradesElectricianElectrical and Electronic Equipment RepairComputer TechnologyRefrigeration/Air-Conditioning/HeatingAutomotive TechnologyAuto Body RepairAircraft TechnicianDraftingPrecision Metal WorkerAviation OccupationsWater Transportation/WorkerCommercial Design/Applied articleStage Design TechnicianBusiness AreasPublishing, Business ManagementAccounting and Related ProgramsLegal Administrative ServicesMedical Administrative ServicesBanking Support ServicesComputer Applications & Related ProgramsMarketing AreasFashion MerchandisingEntrepreneurship, General Sales OperationsLodging Management, Marketing ManagementCareer Choiceswith CTE Teaching CertificateWorksite Learningwith CTE Teaching CertificateCTE Candidates must have 6000 hours of paid occupational experience in the area for which certification is sought. Documentation of this experience will be evaluated by OSPI.
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Course Offerings
To obtain CTE certification, career and industry professionals must complete all 9 courses listed below. Fully certificated teachers who already hold a degree in teaching can typically waive two or three classes. Waivers are granted based on the assessment of equivalency between courses.
- CTE 310A: Teaching Methods (4)*
- CTE 310B: Occupational Analysis/Safety (3)
- CTE 310C: Course Organization & Curriculum Design (5)*
- CTE 492: Block 1 Practicum (2)*
- CTE 311A: Coordination Techniques of Cooperative Education (3)
- CTE 311B: History and Philosophy of CTE (3)
- CTE 311C: Student & Professional Leadership (4)
- CTE 311D: School Law and Issues Related to Abuse (2)*
- CTE 492: Block 2 Practicum (2)
* Current teachers may be able to waive this class; determination made upon evaluation of transcript (School Law/Abuse must have been completed in the last 5 years per WA state requirements)CWU is excited to offer CTE courses in an individually paced, fully online course modality. The instructor will be available to answer questions throughout the course and students will have the opportunity to meet with their program advisor regularly. Start any time with rolling enrollment and complete coursework at the pace that meets your needs. -
Program Requirements
Business and industry professionals complete 9 classes. Fully certificated teachers who already hold a degree in education may be able to waive 2 or 3 of the required courses after a transcript evaluation.
In addition to coursework, the following requirements must be fulfilled:
- Basic Skills
- West B Scores in Reading, Writing, and Math
- ACT or SAT also meet this requirement (must have a score in all 3 areas)
- Background Clearance
- Background/Fingerprints Clearance on file with OSPI
- Industry Experience
- 6000 hours of work experience in the specialty area in which CTE certification is sought
- OSPI handles the verification of this experience during the application process for the Initial CTE Certificate
- Basic Skills
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Enrollment Information
Registration & Rolling Enrollment
Accepted applicants will be contacted regarding enrollment. Registration is completed via webform. Due to the modality of this online, individually-paced program, accepted applicants can register and begin the Career and Technical Education certification courses at any time.Payment Information
Cost of enrollment is $250 per credit, plus up to $100 in fees. Tuition is due within 60 days of enrollment. Fees are due on the first day of class. If a school district is paying tuition and fees on your behalf, you must contact Guaranteed Sources in Student Accounts at GuaranteedSources@cwu.edu within 30 days or enrolling to make payment arrangements.Cancellation Policy
Full refunds will be allowed for withdrawals within 72 hours of enrollment. No refunds will be given after the allotted time. Withdrawal requests must be made in writing and sent to cte@cwu.edu via email. All courses must meet minimum enrollment to run. Students will be notified via email if they have enrolled in a course that did not meet the minimum enrollment requirement. -
Documents & Additional Info
Selecting the Right Vcode
Required Forms
Links to OSPI Webpages
Frequently Asked Questions
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How is Plan 1 (full teacher program) different from Plan 2 (business & industry) in CTE?
These programs have different requirements and result in different endorsements. Details can be found on the OSPI website.
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How long does it take to complete the Business & Industry Route CTE program?
Program requirements can be satisfied over the course of a year or two, or in just one or two quarters for a more intensive experience. Individually-paced courses and rolling enrollment allow flexibility in the timeline.
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How can I make a payment?
Review instructions from the office of student accounts. You will make payments through your MyCWU account.
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How can I obtain a copy of my CWU transcript?
Transcripts can be requested from the CWU registrar's office. Find more information on their webpage.
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How can I view my grades?
Navigate to the CWU homepage. Click MyCWU in the top right corner. Log in using your CWU username and password.
Click Main Menu > Campus Solutions > Self Service > Student Center.
Next, select grades from the dropdown menu (under academics) and click the icon with 2 arrows. Select the quarter you want to see and click continue.
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How can I get a copy of my 1098t tax form?
This form will be available on your MyCWU account. Contact CWU Student Accounts for more information.
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