DVUSD CTE Programs
- Accounting
- Air Force JROTC
- Bioscience
- Construction Technologies
- Culinary Arts
- Cybersecurity
- Digital Communications
- Early Childhood Education
- Education Professions
- Engineering
Accounting
All About Accounting
Accounting
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Experience powerful business simulations while applying key financial strategies for individuals, student-run businesses, and corporations
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Investigate dynamic careers in sports, forensic, and entertainment accounting
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Create business solutions using interactive software and effective techniques, leading to sound money management
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
Sequence of Courses (SOHS, Aspire - Deer Valley's Online Learning Academy)
- Accounting (9-12)
- Dual Enrollment (9-12): Availability can vary by campus & instructor ACC109 – Intro to Accounting Concepts (3 credits)
- Advanced Accounting (10-12) Prerequisite: Accounting
- Dual Enrollment (10-12): Availability can vary by campus & instructor. ACC115 – Computerized Accounting (2 credits)
- Accounting - VITA Certification (11-12) Prerequisite: Advanced Accounting
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CTE Internship (12)
- Prerequisite: Advanced Accounting (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Accounting Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Aspire
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers
Career Focus: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
FBLA brings business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. For more information, visit FBLA and FBLA Arizona.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials and dual enrollment college credit through CTE programs.
Air Force JROTC
All About AFJROTC
Air Force JROTC
- Explore aviation and the science of flight by operating high-tech drones, launching rockets, and constructing airplanes
- Develop leadership and personal survival skills while investigating military, aviation, and engineering careers
- Execute precision color guard and drill team exercises, community service projects, and cadet-run missions
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, further education, and advanced military rank
Competitive Advantages
- National Competitions
- Service Academy Appointments
- Scholarships
Sequence of Courses (DVHS, SOHS)
- Air Force JROTC 1-2 (9-12)
- Air Force JROTC 3-4 (10-12)
- Air Force JROTC 5-6 (11-12)
- Air Force JROTC 7-8 (12)
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Campuses that offer this program:
Deer Valley High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Bioscience
All About Bioscience
Bioscience
- Experience hands-on activities in forensics, disease research, prosthetics, and medical disaster drills
- Use cutting-edge technology to design innovative solutions for today’s most pressing health challenges
- Design, conduct, and analyze a wide range of scientific experiments to solve medical mysteries
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (MRHS)
- Human Body Systems H (10-12) Prerequisite: Principles of the Biomedical Sciences H
- Medical Interventions H (11-12) Prerequisite: Human Body Systems H
- Biomedical Innovation H (12) Prerequisite: Medical interventions H
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Human Body Systems H, Medical Interventions H, or Biomedical Innovation H (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Bioscience Standards
Kim Rodgers, MRHS Bioscience Teacher, participates in high-tech medical simulations to bring back relevance to her program for her future healthcare professionals!
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials and dual enrollment college credit through CTE programs.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
HOSA is a national student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. For more information, visit HOSA and Arizona HOSA.
Campuses that offer this program:
Mountain Ridge High School
Project Lead the Way
PLTW is a United States non-profit organization that develops hands-on, project-based science, technology, engineering, and math curricula for use by elementary, middle, and high schools.
Construction Technologies
All About Construction Technologies
Construction Technologies
- Design, manage, and build a variety of structures from concept to completion.
- Explore and develop techniques in Carpentry, Masonry, Plumbing, HVAC, and Electrical.
- Operate professional equipment and power tools for all aspects of construction.
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (BGHS)
- Construction Technologies (9-12)
- Advanced Construction Technologies (10-12) Prerequisite: Construction Technologies
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Construction Technologies
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
OSHA 10 – Construction Industry
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) – Construction Technologies
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) – Core
Student Organization
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
For more information, visit SkillsUSA and Arizona SkillsUSA.
BGHS expands CTE to offer Construction Trades
Culinary Arts
All About Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts
- Craft traditional and innovative foods using flames, knives, and creative chemistry
- Cook alongside professional chefs in modern commercial kitchens preparing appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, and desserts
- Operate a fast-paced upscale restaurant serving creative cuisine providing a unique dining experience
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses
- Culinary Arts (9-12)
- Advanced Culinary Arts (10-12) Prerequisite: Culinary Arts
- Restaurant and Dining Room Management (11-12) Prerequisite: Advanced Culinary Arts
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Culinary Arts (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Culinary Arts Standards
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Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials and dual enrollment college credit through CTE programs.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America is a national Career and Technical Student Organization that provides personal growth, leadership development, and career preparation opportunities for students in Family and Consumer Sciences education. For more information, please visit FCCLA and FCCLA Arizona
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity
- Become a digital defender by learning the secrets to protect data, networks, and systems from online threats
- Protect networks and explore the secrets of ethical hacking in a rapidly evolving and high-paying industry
- Dive into thrilling simulations to protect companies and government organizations from ransomware attacks, intrusion detection, and financial losses.
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- College Credit
Sequence of Courses (SOHS)
- AP Cybersecurity 1: Network Fundamentals (9-12) Prerequisite: AP Computer Science A recommended, not required
- AP Cybersecurity 2: Cybersecurity Fundamentals (10-12) Prerequisite: AP Cybersecurity 1: Network Fundamentals
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: AP Cybersecurity 2: Cybersecurity Fundamentals (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Network Security Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
CompTIA Security+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
FBLA brings business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. For more information, visit FBLA and FBLA Arizona.
Digital Communications
All About Digital Communications
Digital Communications
- Collaborate with peers to publish digital media, articles, and school newspapers
- Master the art of interviewing, writing, publication design, and photojournalism
- Create a professional portfolio showcasing digital photography, print, and social media
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (MRHS, SOHS)
- Introduction to Digital Communications (Journalism) (9-12)
- Advanced Digital Communications (Journalism) (10-12) Prerequisite: Introduction to Digital Communications
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Digital Communications (concurrent or previously completed)
Campuses that offer this program:
Mountain Ridge High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers![]()
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials through CTE programs.
ACP - Graphic design & illustration using Adobe Illustrator
ACP - Print & digital media publication using Adobe InDesign
ACP - Visual design using Photoshop
Student Organization
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
For more information, visit SkillsUSA and Arizona SkillsUSA.
Early Childhood Education
All About Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education
- Experience teaching by creating fun and engaging activities for preschoolers
- Operate an interactive preschool program that delivers hands-on learning to prepare children for kindergarten
- Plan and teach lessons that enhance a child’s intellectual and physical development while achieving essential academic and social behaviors
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, SOHS)
- Early Childhood Education (9-12) Dual Enrollment (9-12) - Availability can vary by campus & instructor. ECH176 - Child Development (3 credits)
- Advanced Early Childhood Education (10-12) Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education Dual Enrollment (10-12) - Availability can vary by campus & instructor.
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Early Childhood Education (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Early Childhood Education Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Boulder Creek High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America is a national Career and Technical Student Organization that provides personal growth, leadership development, and career preparation opportunities for students in Family and Consumer Sciences education. For more information please visit FCCLA and FCCLA Arizona
Education Professions
All About Education Professions
Education Professions
- Experience the rewards of shaping the intellectual and physical development of children while achieving essential academic and social behaviors.
- Teach, coach, and motivate students for educational success alongside professional educators in a variety of school environments
- Design, develop, and implement creative instructional lessons that promote student engagement and achievement
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, BGHS, DVHS, MRHS, SOHS)
- Education Professions (9-12)
- Advanced Education Professions (10-12)
- Prerequisite: Education Professions
- Dual Enrollment (10-12): Availability can vary by campus & instructor. EDU221 – Introduction to Education (3 credits)
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Education Professions (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Education Professions Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Boulder Creek High School
Deer Valley High School
Mountain Ridge High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America is a national Career and Technical Student Organization that provides personal growth, leadership development, and career preparation opportunities for students in Family and Consumer Sciences education. For more information please visit FCCLA and FCCLA Arizona
Engineering
All About Engineering
Engineering
- Design and build rockets, robots, and solar-powered cars using cutting-edge digital design and 3D printing technologies
- Invent solutions for complex engineering challenges from concept to completion
- Visualize and construct 3D models and prototypes using Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and Computer-Aided Machining (CAM) technologies
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, MRHS)
- Introduction to Engineering Design (9-12)
- Principles of Engineering H (10-12) Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Design
- Digital Electronics H (11-12) Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering H (11-12) Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering
- Civil Engineering H (11-12) (BCHS) Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering
- Engineering Design and Development (12) Prerequisite: Aerospace Engineering, Digital Electronics, or permission of instructor
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering, Digital Electronics, Aerospace or Engineering Design and Development (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Engineering Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Boulder Creek High School
Mountain Ridge High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Project Lead the Way
PLTW is a United States non-profit organization that develops hands-on, project-based science, technology, engineering, and math curricula for use by elementary, middle, and high schools.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
For more information, visit SkillsUSA and Arizona SkillsUSA.
- Film and TV Production
- Finance
- Graphic Design
- Hospitality Management
- Interior Design
- Law and Public Safety
- Marketing
- Nursing Services
- Software and App Design
- Sports Medicine
- Stagecraft
Film and TV Production
All About Film and TV Production
Film and TV
- Develop, produce, and deliver creative video and audio projects for TV, film, and commercial broadcast
- Work individually and in teams to create dynamic films, documentaries, music videos, sportscasts, and newscasts
- Operate professional camera gear, hardware, and software while crafting an impressive portfolio
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Internships/Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, BGHS, MRHS, SOHS, Aspire - Deer Valley's Online Learning Academy)
- Media Productions (9-12) Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. CIS120DK – Introduction to Digital Video Editing (3 credits) CIS140 – Survey of Multimedia Technology (2 credits)
- Intermediate Media Productions (10-12) Prerequisite: Media Productions Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. CIS220DK – Advanced Digital Video Production (3 credits) CIS120DL – Digital Video Compositing/After Effects (3 credits)
- Advanced Media Productions (11-12) Prerequisite: Intermediate Media Productions
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Intermediate or Advanced Media Productions (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Media Production Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Boulder Creek High School
Mountain Ridge High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials through CTE programs.
ACA - Digital video using Adobe Premiere Pro
ACA - Graphic design & illustration using Adobe Illustrator
ACA - Visual effects & motion graphics using Adobe After Effects
ACP - Visual design using Photoshop
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
For more information, visit SkillsUSA and Arizona SkillsUSA.
Finance
All About Finance
Finance
- Generate strategies for effective financial planning, risk analysis, insurance purchases, real estate investments, and cash management
- Discover how to achieve personal wealth and financial freedom using the stock market and proven investment strategies
- Conduct a wide range of cash and banking transactions during the daily operation of a student-run business
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (BCHS)
- Financial Services and Money Management (9-12) Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. GBS132 - Personal and Family Financial Security
- Advanced Financial Services and Money Management (10-12) Prerequisite: Financial Services and Money Management
- Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. GBS157 - Insurance Industry Profession
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Finance and Money Management (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Finance Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Boulder Creek High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials through CTE programs.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. For more information, visit www.deca.org and www.azdeca.org.
Graphic Design
All About Graphic Design
Graphic Design
- Express your unique vision while mastering the art of design, digital graphics, and photo manipulation
- Interpret client needs to deliver dynamic visual communications for student-run businesses and industry partners
- Showcase your creative design abilities through a professional portfolio of print and digital products
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
- College Credit
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, BGHS, DVHS, MRHS, SOHS)
- Graphic Design (9-12) Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor CIS120DB - Adobe Illustrator (3 credits) CIS120DF - Adobe Photoshop (3 credits)
- Intermediate Graphic Design (10-12) Prerequisite: Graphic Design Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. CIS138DA - Desktop Design & Publishing using Adobe InDesign (3 credits)
- Advanced Graphic Design (11-12) Prerequisite: Intermediate Graphic Design
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Intermediate or Advanced Graphic Design (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Graphic Design Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Boulder Creek High School
Deer Valley High School
Mountain Ridge High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials through CTE programs.
ACA - Digital video using Adobe Premiere Pro
ACA - Graphic design & illustration using Adobe Illustrator
ACA - Visual effects & motion graphics using Adobe After Effects
ACP - Visual design using Photoshop
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
For more information, visit SkillsUSA and Arizona SkillsUSA.
Hospitality Management
All About Hospitality
Hospitality Management
- Experience the exciting world of tourism, resorts, restaurants, and entertainment through a wide variety of roles
- Team with professionals to provide exceptional customer service, event planning, and catering support
- Operate a for-profit business, run by students to produce, market, and sell quality products
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Internships/Scholarships
- Certifications
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, BGHS, DVHS, MRHS, SOHS)
- Hospitality Management (9-12)
- Advanced Hospitality Management (10-12) Prerequisite: Hospitality Management
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Hospitality Management (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Hospitality Management Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Deer Valley High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials and dual enrollment college credit through CTE programs.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. For more information, visit www.deca.org and www.azdeca.org.
Interior Design
Interior Design
All About Interior Design
Interior Design
- Integrate design elements, furnishings, and building materials using 3D models to create upscale residential and commercial spaces.
- Collaborate with professionals to develop dynamic presentation boards to introduce creative concepts to clients
- Develop a strong foundation in sustainable and eco-friendly designs applying innovative concepts and trends
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Internships
- Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (SOHS)
- Interior Architectural Design (9-12)
- Advanced Interior Architectural Design (10-12) Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Interior Architectural Design (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Interior Design Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials through CTE programs.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America is a national Career and Technical Student Organization that provides personal growth, leadership development, and career preparation opportunities for students in Family and Consumer Sciences education. For more information please visit FCCLA and FCCLA Arizona
Law and Public Safety
All About Law and Public Safety
Alumni Corner
Law and Public Safety
- Perform law enforcement operations such as SWAT, crime scene investigation, arrest procedures, suspect interrogation, and threat assessment
- Strengthen your mind and body through rigorous mental and physical training, including advanced self-defense tactics
- Apply state and federal laws in the criminal justice system to the critical roles of police, corrections, and rehabilitation
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
Sequence of Courses (BGHS)
- Law Enforcement (9-12)
- Advanced Law Enforcement (10-12) Prerequisite: Law Enforcement
- Law Enforcement Cadet (11-12) Prerequisite: Advanced Law Enforcement Dual Enrollment (11-12): Availability can vary by campus & instructor. AJS101 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3 credits)
- CTE Internship (12)Prerequisite: Advanced Law Enforcement (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Law Enforcement Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials through CTE programs.
Psychological First Aid
Certified Protection Officer
Security Guard Certification (Arizona Department of Public Safety)
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
For more information, visit SkillsUSA and Arizona SkillsUSA.
Marketing
All About Marketing
Marketing
- Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating student-run businesses in a competitive marketplace
- Experience a wide range of strategies for branding, promoting, and delivering products or services
- Create and present powerful marketing and management plans for dynamic advertising campaigns
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Internships/Scholarships
- Certifications
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, BGHS, DVHS, MRHS, Aspire - Deer Valley's Online Learning Academy)
- Marketing (9-12) Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. MKT271 – Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
- Advanced Marketing (10-12) Prerequisite: Marketing Dual Enrollment (10-12): Availability can vary by campus & instructor.
- MGT253 – Owning and Operating a Small Business (3 credits)
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Entrepreneurship or Entertainment Marketing (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Marketing Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Aspire - Deer Valley's Online Learning Academy
Barry Goldwater High School
Boulder Creek High School
Deer Valley High School
Mountain Ridge High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials through CTE programs.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. For more information, visit www.deca.org and www.azdeca.org.
Nursing Services
All About Nursing
Nursing Services
- Work as a team member alongside medical professionals in a rewarding clinical environment
- Deliver high-quality patient care while helping others in long-term care and hospital settings
- Practice clinical skills, terminology, and ethical behavior for a lifelong career in healthcare
Career Focus
- Prepared for AZ Board of Nursing Licensure, immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Clinicals
- Certifications
- College Credit
Sequence of Courses (DVHS)
- Introduction to Health Care Careers (10-12) Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. HCC145 – Medical Terminology for Healthcare Professionals (3 credits) HCC130 - Fundamentals in Healthcare Delivery (3 credits)
- Introduction to Nursing Professions (12) Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. NUR158 – Nurse Assisting (4.5 credits)
ADE Nursing Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Deer Valley High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Students have the opportunity to earn industry credentials and dual enrollment college credit through CTE programs.
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
HOSA is a national student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. For more information, visit HOSA and Arizona HOSA.
Software and App Design
All About Software and App Design
Supe Scoop with Software and App Students
DVUSD CTE Software and App Program and CodeHS Case Study
Software and App Design
- Power the modern world by writing code for apps, games, cybersecurity, and websites using advanced programming languages
- Express your creativity and unlock solutions to complex problems through the universal language of computers
- Interpret client needs to design creative, eye-catching, and responsive websites and mobile apps
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
Sequence of Courses (BCHS, BGHS, DVHS, MRHS, SOHS, Aspire - Deer Valley's Online Learning Academy)
- Software & App Design(9-12)
- Dual Enrollment (9-12): Availability can vary by campus & instructor. CIS159: Visual Basic (3 credits) CIS133DA: Internet/Web Level I (3 credits) CIS166AA: JavaScript (3 credits)
- AP Computer Science Principles: Availability can vary by campus and instructor Advanced Software & App Design Prerequisite: Software and App Design
- Dual Enrollment (10-12): Availability can vary by campus & instructor. CIS162AB: C++ (3 credits) CIS163AA - Java Programming Level 1 (3 credits)
- AP Computer Science A: Availability can vary by campus and instructor
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Software & App Design (concurrent or previously completed)
- Additional Capstone Courses Offered at BCHS and DVHS
ADE Software & App Design Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Boulder Creek High School
Deer Valley High School
Mountain Ridge High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
CompTIA Security+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career.
Information Technology Specialist - JAVA
CompTIA – A+ 220-1101 & 220-1102
CompTIA – IT Fundamentals
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
FBLA brings business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. For more information, visit FBLA and FBLA Arizona.
Sports Medicine
All About Sports Medicine
DVUSD Sports Medicine in the News
Cronkite News - "Athletic trainers have become a common occurrence at high schools in Arizona, but there are three at Sandra Day O’Connor. The school is also home to a million-dollar facility that helps teach students how to become athletic trainers themselves." - Larsen, Zachary (2021, May 10). Sandra Day O'Connor's Athletic Trainers/Sports Medicine Program | CRONKITE NEWS.
Sports Medicine
- Execute customized emergency action plans as a first responder to catastrophic events
- Examine, prevent, treat, and rehabilitate injuries by using advanced techniques while consulting with medical professionals
- Coach and motivate clients, athletes, and patients using progressive exercise techniques and equipment
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- College Credit
- Certifications
- Internships/Scholarships
Sequence of Courses (BGHS, DVHS, SOHS)
- Introduction to Sports Medicine (9-12) Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. HES154 -First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (3 credits) HES271 –Intro to Sports Medicine (3 credits)
- Advanced Sports Medicine (10-12) Prerequisite: Sports Medicine Dual Enrollment: Availability can vary by campus & instructor. HES275 - Prevention and Therapeutic Interventions in Sports Medicine (3 credits)
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer (11-12) SOHS Prerequisite: Advanced Sports Medicine
- Physical Therapy Technician (11-12) SOHS Prerequisite: Advanced Sports Medicine
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Sports Medicine (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Sports Medicine Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Barry Goldwater High School
Deer Valley High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
HOSA is a national student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. For more information, visit HOSA and Arizona HOSA.
Stagecraft
All About Stagecraft
Stagecraft
- Stretch your creativity and discover what it takes to bring a full-scale theatrical production to life
- Construct, paint, and decorate elaborate sets and props using commercial power tools and artistry
- Design lighting, sound, special effects and costumes to enhance productions
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Competitive Advantages
- Internships
- Scholarships
- National Competitions
Sequence of Courses (DVHS, SOHS)
- Stagecraft (10-12)
- Advanced Stagecraft (11-12) Prerequisite: Stage Production
- CTE Internship (12) Prerequisite: Advanced Stage Production (concurrent or previously completed)
ADE Stagecraft Standards
Campuses that offer this program:
Deer Valley High School
Sandra Day O'Connor High School
Careers
Expanded opportunities and a competitive advantage that career-focused education delivers.
Certifications
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
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