- NISD Career & Technical Ed. Programs of Study by Campus
- Accounting & Financial Services
- Animation
- Architecture Design
- Audio Video-Digital Communications
- Automotive
- Business Management
- Collision-Automotive
- Commercial Photography
- Computer Science
- Construction Science-Carpentry
- Cosmetology
- Culinary Arts
- Cybersecurity
- Early Learning
- EMT-Emergency Services
- Engineering
- Exercise Science & Wellness
- Fashion Design
- Graphic Design
- Health & Wellness
- Health Diagnostics
- Health Therapeutic
- Law Enforcement
- Marketing & Sales
- Renewable Energy
- Robotics
- Teaching & Training
- Web Development
- Welding
Agricultural Science & Technology Academy
CAST Teach High School
Communications Arts High School
Construction Careers Academy
- Architectural Design
- Construction Science-Carpentry
- Construction Management
- Electrical
- Plumbing & Pipefitting
- Engineering
Health Careers High School
Jay Science & Engineering Academy
Marshall Law & Medical Services High School
- Behavioral Health
- EMT
- Law Enforcement
- Legal Studies
- Government & Public Administration
- Physical Therapy
- Nursing Science
- Medical Assisting & Phlebotomy Technician
- Pharmacy Technician
Northside School of Innovation Technology and Entrepreneurship (NSITE)
Teaching & Training
Public Service Endorsement
PR: Prerequisite | CR: Credit for Course | SEM: Semesters | LC: Local Credit
(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)
Principles of Human Services (9-10) #8450
Students assess the relationship between health and wellness and personal and professional achievement. Students evaluate the effects of crises, stress, and domestic violence on individuals and the family and recognize appropriate responses and management strategies. Students identify the basic needs of children as well as caregiver guidelines that promote safe and healthy child development. Students create meals according to dietary guidelines. Students create written and electronic records of client services for cosmetology, fashion design, and interior design.
SEM: 2 CR: 1
Child Development (10-12) #8462
(Freshman who completed Principles of Human Services in the 8th grade are APPROVED to enroll in this LEVEL 2 course in the 9th grade)
This course addresses child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children. Students use skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children and investigate careers related to the care and education of children.
SEM: 2 CR: 1
Instructional Practices (11-12) #8252
Instructional Practices D (11-12) #8256
The first year of an internship providing students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students plan and direct instruction and activities under the direction of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and educators in direct instructional roles with elementary and middle school-aged students. NISD Volunteer Background Check will be required.
SEM: 2 CR: 2
Practicum in Education and Training (12) #8253
The second year of an internship providing advanced knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as effective teaching and training practices. Students work with elementary and middle school-aged students. Students plan and direct instruction and activities, develop and prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, and complete other responsibilities of educational professionals and personnel. NISD Volunteer Background Check will be required.
PR: Instructional Practices
SEM: 2 CR: 2
Career Preparation I Extended (11-12) #8009
Extended Career Preparation provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace. Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success. Students spend one hour in class each day and a minimum of 15 hours on the job each week.
PR: Successful completion of one or more advanced career and technical education courses that are part of a coherent sequence of courses in a career cluster related to the field in which the student will be employed.
SEM: 2 CR: 3
Career Preparation II Extended (12) #8010
Extended Career Preparation provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace. Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success. Students spend one hour in class each day and a minimum of 15 hours on the job each week.
PR: Career Preparation I
SEM: 2 CR: 3