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CONSUMER & COMPUTER TECHNICAL EDUCATION
COURSE COURSE PREREQUISITE GRADE LEVEL LENGTH OF CREDIT
NUMBER COURSE
7100 Introduction to None 9-10-11 One Semester .50
Business
7130 Social Media In None 9-10-11-12 One Semester .50
Context
7141 Financial Literacy None 11-12 One Semester .50
7142 Transitions and None 11 One Semester .50
Careers
7143 Career and College Transitions and Careers 12 One Semester .50
Readiness
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Introduction to Business 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 grade
Course Number: 7100 One Semester .50 Credit
The Intro to Business Course provides students with some background prior to study of the more advanced
courses in the business world. It has value for students in presenting career opportunities in various types
of business occupations that are learned through computer-based assignments. Students will be working
individually on computers to complete computer-based textbook assignments.
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Social Media In Context 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 grade
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Course Number 7130 One Semester .50 Credit
Students will learn how social media has evolved and how it has impacted many different aspects of
today’s society, including how to use social media to communicate and receive information. Students will
also learn how to determine the credibility of shared information and how to properly engage with other
users in an ethical, responsible, and courteous manner. Students will learn the necessary skills to research,
to think critically, and to communicate appropriately and effectively within various social media platforms.
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Financial Literacy 11 , 12 grade
Course Number: 7141 One Semester .50 Credit
This course will inform students how individual choices directly influence occupational goals and future
earnings potential. Real world topics covered will include income, money management, spending and
credit, as well as saving and investing. Students will design personal and household budgets using checking
and saving accounts, and will gain knowledge in finance, debt and credit management, and will evaluate
and understand insurance and taxes. This course will provide a foundational understanding for making
informed personal financial decisions leading to financial independence.
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Transitions and Careers 11 grade
Course Number: 7142 One Semester .50 Credit
In the Transitions and Careers course, students will analyze interests, aptitudes and skills to prepare for
careers that transition through life. An emphasis will be placed on work ethics, team building,
communication, and leadership skills. Additional topics will include technology etiquette and career
planning.
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