Automotive Technology
This program is designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive field by following National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) training guidelines in a state of the art facility. It has articulation agreements with Lincoln Tech, Nashville Auto/Diesel and Montgomery College. The “mini dealership” is an integral part of instruction. The Automotive Service Excellence- and NATEF-certified program works with local auto dealerships and independent shops.
Biomedical Science
This “Project Lead the Way” program, encompasses different medical and health care disciplines. Biomedical scientists try to understand the chemistry and biology of life to diagnose and treat disease, improve health, and ease pain and suffering. In this program, students prepare for college to become doctors, forensic and biotech scientists, engineers, biomedical technicians, and occupational and physical therapists.
Carpentry
The Carpentry Program’s goal is to prepare students for careers in the carpentry field by enabling them to acquire and practice necessary skills in a state-of-the-art shop and on work sites. It has articulation agreements with Montgomery Community College for degrees in construction management. Students receive six college credit hours for the successful completion of this tech area. An articulation agreement with the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) gives students credit for completing their first year of a four-year apprenticeship.
Collision Repair
This program’s goal is to provide students with the knowledge and understanding of the systems, tools, processes, and materials used to repair damaged vehicles to showroom condition. It has articulation agreements with Nashville Auto-Diesel, ASE- and NATEF-certified programs. Co-op and work release are available for 12th-graders.
Tech High programs:
Computer Game Development and Animation
Students learn about the 16 components of computer game development through a team-centered, problem-solving instructional format. In their senior year, students produce E-Everyone, EC-Early Childhood and E 10+ products. Final grades of 90 percent or higher earn students nine articulated college credits with Hagerstown Community College.
Computer Repair and Networking
This multifaceted program teaches computer technology skills including Cisco networking, IT Essentials for PC repair and network cabling, as well as written and verbal communication skills. Successful completion of this program can earn Cisco Certified Network Associate certification and college credits through an articulation agreement with Hagerstown Community College.
Cosmetology
This program prepares students to take the practical and written Maryland State Board of Cosmetology exams. Juniors participate in a mentoring program, while senior students gain “real world” experience in the Future Stars Salon, an actual salon/spa at Tech High. Salon internships are available and after 1,000 hours of study, students can seek employment in the cosmetology field by December of their senior year.
Criminal Justice
Students are prepared to work in law enforcement agencies, investigative units, correctional institutions and private protection/security agencies, as well as to further their education in two- or four-year law enforcement programs. Three college credits are possible through an articulation agreement with Hagerstown Community College.
Culinary Arts
Students learn the fundamental skills needed to enter the industry work force or further their education in this field. They get hands-on experience in commercial cooking, baking and catering and can earn a sanitation certification, recognition for completing an American Culinary Federation certified program and earn advanced standing and placement with culinary schools for which the program holds articulation agreements.
Digital Communications — Television Production and Photography
This program prepares students for careers in TV, radio or video production or to pursue a degree in broadcast or film studies. Students learn the basics of photography, proper lighting techniques and video/audio production. Internships are available senior year and college credits can be earned through Frederick Community College and the Center for Digital Imaging Arts of Boston University.
Early Childhood Education
Students prepare for careers by learning practical techniques and best practices in teaching young children. The school-based pre-K and internship programs offer hands-on experience in teaching and interacting with children of various age groups.
