CTE Overview

Our Career and Technical Education programs specialize in educating and preparing students interested in pursuing careers in Barbering, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Early Childhood Education, and Mass Media. 
 
Students are prepared with the skills necessary to obtain certifications in their field of interest. 
 
All programs are FREE for DC Residents!  (To Enroll Click Here)

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Barbering

Barbering 1A and 1B

This course is part one of a two-part introductory course in the Barbering career pathway. This first-semester course may be taken by students wishing to explore the barbering career pathway or by students intending to enroll in the entire three-year sequence of courses. This course provides students with the basic theoretical and practical procedures of This course is part one of a two-part introductory course in the Barbering career pathway. This first-semester course may be taken by students wishing to explore the barbering career pathway or by students intending to enroll in the entire three-year sequence of courses. This course provides students with the basic theoretical and practical procedures of barbering. Areas of exploration and learning include the history of barbering; professional image and ethics; scalp and hair structure; bacteriology, sterilization, and sanitation; tools, equipment, and safety; disorders and treatments of hair and skin; massage and facial treatments; and haircutting. 


Barbering 2

This course is the second course in the Barbering career pathway. Students expand their knowledge of the principles and procedures of barbering and develop skills in the techniques of mustache and beard design, hairstyling, shaving, and hair coloring. Basic chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and the treatment of hair and scalp are emphasized. Students also learn techniques and procedures for permanent waving, chemical hair relaxing, and soft curl permanents.

 
Certification - Barbering State Board Licensing 

Cosmetology

Cosmetology 1A, 1B

This course is part one of a two-part introductory course in the Cosmetology career pathway. This first-semester course may be taken by students wishing to explore the cosmetology career pathway or by students intending to enroll in the entire three-year sequence of courses. In this course, students are introduced to the history of cosmetology and explore the opportunities for related careers. Students learn about the characteristics of hair, product selection, and basic elements that determine hair growth, health, and appearance. Principles and practices of sanitation and infection control are introduced. Through classroom instruction and hands-on application, students learn techniques in hair styling and braiding as well as manicures and pedicures. This course also promotes the development of a professional image through appearance, poise, human relations, punctuality, dependability, and business ethics. 

 
Certification: Cosmetology State Board Licensing 

Culinary Arts

Culinary 1

This CTE course is the first course in the Culinary Arts career pathway. The course introduces students to the fundamentals of culinary arts, beginning with preparatory steps for becoming a successful restaurant and foodservice professionals. Students learn kitchen basics, business math, and how to work effectively with others, including developing successful customer relations. Training is provided in all aspects of food handling safety to prepare students for ServSafe certification. 

 
Culinary 2

This CTE course is the second course in the Culinary Arts career pathway. The course provides training focusing on nutritional guidelines and menus, as well as processes for preparing breakfast foods, sandwiches, fruits, and vegetables, salads and garnishes, potatoes and grains, desserts and baked goods, meat, poultry, seafood, stocks, soups, and sauces. The function and maintenance of foodservice equipment is also included. 
 

Certification: ServSafe 

Early Childhood Education (ECE)

ECE 1

This course is the first course in the Early Childhood Education career pathway. The course examines the growth and development of children and the influence of development on effective childcare and early education. Content emphasizes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development and the application of theories of child development to early care and education. Course work is aligned with the Council for Professional Recognition’s national Child Development Associates competencies. 
 

ECE 2

This course is the second course in the Early Childhood Education career pathway. This course is designed for students who may be interested in working with young children as caregivers or teachers in child development centers, daycare homes, kindergartens, Head Start, pre-schools, or school-age care programs. Coursework is aligned with the Council for Professional Recognition’s national Child Development Associate (CDA) Competencies. 
 

Certification: Child Development Association Certification 

Mass Media

Mass Media 1

This is the first course in the Mass Media and Communications career pathway. This sequence of courses prepares students for a career in the mass media and communication industry. Students will learn the techniques of shooting and editing video. Sample projects include creating silent films, short dramas, and music videos. 

 
Mass Media 2

The second course in the Mass Media and Communications career pathway. Students will learn the aspects of broadcast journalism. Sample projects include documentary film, news broadcast packages, and public service announcements. 


Certification: Adobe Certified Associates 
RSTAY CTE Course Planning Document
CTE Eligibility 
-A resident of the District of Columbia 
-Complete enrollment for Roosevelt STAY