Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
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(509) 963-2766
Alexandra.Lange@cwu.edu
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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 Areas
Agribusiness
Agricultural Mechanics
Agricultural Production
Aquaculture, Horticulture
Floriculture, Agriculture Food Science
Natural Resources
Chemical Technology
Veterinarian Assistant
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Health Areas
Health Informatic Careers
Health Support Services Careers
Health Therapeutic Careers
Health Diagnostic Careers
Dental Assisting, Sports Medicine
Nursing Assisting
Global Health
Biomedical Science
Health Science Biotechnology
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Human Services Areas
Cosmetology
Food Production and Services
Consumer Services
Food Science and Services
Translation and Interpretation
Consumer Services
Food Science Dietetics and Nutrition
Housing Interiors and Furnishings
Family and Community Services
Early Childhood Education and Services
Textiles and Apparel
Educational Para Pro
Careers in Education
Culinary Arts
Hospitality Recreation and Tourism
Sign Language Interpreter
Personal Care Services
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Skills and Technology Sciences Areas
STEM Technology
Communication Technologies
Engineering, Material Engineering
Manufacturing Technology
JROTC, Criminal Protective Services
Forensic Technology
Fire Service
Construction Trades
Electrician
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Repair
Computer Technology
Refrigeration/Air-Conditioning/Heating
Automotive Technology
Auto Body Repair
Aircraft Technician
Drafting
Precision Metal Worker
Aviation Occupations
Water Transportation/Worker
Commercial Design/Applied article
Stage Design Technician
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Business Areas
Publishing, Business Management
Accounting and Related Programs
Legal Administrative Services
Medical Administrative Services
Banking Support Services
Computer Applications & Related Programs
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Marketing Areas
Fashion Merchandising
Entrepreneurship, General Sales Operations
Lodging Management, Marketing Management
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Career Choices
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Worksite Learning
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CTE 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.
To obtain certification, career and industry professionals must complete both the CTE 310 and CTE 311 course series. Current teachers typically require completion of the CTE 311 series and Occupational Analysis/Safety course. However, required courses will be determined upon transcript evaluation.
CTE 310 + Practicum* 14 credits
Teaching Methods* (4) Occupational Analysis/Safety (3) Course Organization & Curriculum Design* (5) |
CTE 311 + Practicum 14 credits |
Academic Year Session
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Summer Intensive Session**
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CTE 310 and CTE 311
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CTE 311 plus Occupational Analysis/Safety
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**CTE Candidates must complete 310 block (or equivalent courses) before enrolling in 311
Click here for the current schedule for the academic year and summer intensive sessions!
Click here to apply to the Business & Industry Route CTE program at CWU!
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Accepted applicants will be contacted regarding registration after May 1 for the summer session and August 1 for the academic year.
Cost of enrollment is $215 per credit, plus up to $70 in fees. Tuition is due within 60 days of enrollment. Fees are due one week prior to 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.
Students may withdraw before class session 2 for a full refund, and before class session 3 for a 50% refund. No refunds will be given after class session 3. 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.
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