Hannaford Career Center

(Grades 11-12) Half Day 120 minutes daily, m-f

Designed for students pursuing careers in education, health care and social services.

YEAR 1: Students learn the fundamentals of psychology, health and wellness, and human development. Choice of placements for cooperative education training within the community depends on individual interests.

For example, sports/medicine/athletic training, physical therapy, nursing, geriatrics, early childhood education and social services.

YEAR 2: Intensive on-the-job training and classroom seminars build on the knowledge and skills gained in the first year. An opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of what a career path in a chosen field would look like.

Prerequisite: 10 credits on transcript upon entering the program.

Recommended Preparation: reading and writing abilities, science aptitude, concurrent enrollment in psychology.

Desirable Qualifications: The ability to work with people of all ages, good communication skills, reliability, self-discipline.

Credits: One embedded social studies and five elective credits upon completion of the program. Possible college credits when aligned with CCV curriculum or Child Development Associate Credential.

Related Careers: athletic trainer, occupational therapist, physical therapist, radiologist, pre-school teacher, recreational leader, social

worker, teacher, medical assistant, geriatric director.