Career and Technical Pathway Progression is available to students in Grades 7 to 12 and increasingly supports programs targeting middle-grade students as young as age 12 with the purpose of increasing their success in high school and career exploration. Teaming to support higher standards, teachers in this pathway are encouraged to build connections with the entire school community, including academic and technical instructors, who have Career and Technical Pathway Progression students in their classes. This occurs both at the current grade level and with follow-up in subsequent grades so that students need no intervention. Instructors also provide high-quality instruction aligned to the state’s academic content standards (technical content standards for Ohio’s 16 career fields).
The 21st century workplace is constantly evolving. To ensure success in their careers, students must be prepared to engage in this rapidly changing environment. Ohio businesses are seeking talented workers who have solid academic skills such as reading, writing and mathematics, as well as the professional skills required for success in the workplace. Succeeding in the World of Work prepares students for the complex issues they'll face. This updated and comprehensive program now includes 16 Career Pathways outlined by the U.S. Department of Education. In addition, by showing they are prepared to contribute to the workplace and their communities, students successfully completing the Career and Technical Pathway Progression will earn The OhioMeansJobs-Readiness Seal, which is a formal designation on their high school diplomas and transcripts indicating they have the personal strengths, strong work ethic, and professional experience that businesses need.
