Approved Statewide CTE Programs of Study

The statewide program of study frameworks have been updated (September 2022) and are posted below. The updated documents include newly developed CTE innovative courses, Technology Applications courses, and a comprehensive list of industry-based certifications from the TEA-approved list that are aligned to each program of study. PowerPoint versions of the documents are available to edit and can be downloaded through a zip file at the bottom of the page. 

Programs of Study Overview

Programs of Study FAQ

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

• Agribusiness
• Animal Science
• Applied Agricultural Engineering
• Environmental and Natural Resources
• Food Science and Technology
• Plant Science

Architecture and Construction

• Architectural Design
• Carpentry
• Construction Management and Inspection
• Electrical
• HVAC and Sheet Metal
• Masonry
• Plumbing and Pipefitting

Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications

• Graphic Design and Multimedia Arts
• Digital Communications

Business, Marketing, and Finance

• Accounting and Financial Services
• Business Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Marketing and Sales

Education and Training

• Early Learning
• Teaching and Training

Energy

• Oil and Gas Exploration and Production
• Refining and Chemical Processes

Health Science

• Exercise Science and Wellness
• Health Informatics
• Healthcare Diagnostics
• Healthcare Therapeutic
• Medical Therapy
• Nursing Science

Hospitality and Tourism

• Culinary Arts
• Lodging and Resort Management
• Travel, Tourism and Attractions

Human Services

• Family and Community Services
• Health and Wellness

Information Technology

• Information Technology Support and Services
• Networking Systems
• Web Development

Law and Public Service

• Emergency Services
• Government and Public Administration
• Law Enforcement
• Legal Studies

Manufacturing

• Advanced Manufacturing and Machinery Mechanics
• Manufacturing Technology
• Welding

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

• Biomedical Science
• Cybersecurity
• Engineering
• Programming and Software Development
• Renewable Energy

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

• Automotive
• Aviation Maintenance
• Diesel and Heavy Equipment
• Distribution and Logistics

Other Useful Links

All Statewide Programs of Study Frameworks PowerPoint Editable Zip File  (UPDATED 2/7/23)

Regional Programs of Study

**Note (4/5/2022): Due to the Weighted Funding files and new files in TSDS that are posted in the main Program of Study page, the following files have been removed from this page:

1. At a Glance by Career Excel
2. Program of Study with Weights Excel
3. Program of Study with Weights Accessible PDF
4. Statewide Programs of Study At-a glance Accessible List PDF
5. Statewide Programs of Study At a Glance Accessible list PDF

• At-a-Glance Change Log- updated 07/2022

The At-a-Glance files have been updated for the 2020-2021 school year. The documents now include newly developed CTE innovative courses and Technology Applications courses.