• The Business & Industry endorsement connects a student’s educational pathway to potential career opportunities linked to business and industry. The pathway provides a glimpse into several specific occupations by providing labor market information and projections for each one, while also pointing the student to career exploration resources that can help them discover additional careers and labor market data for jobs associated with the Business & Industry endorsement.

      Agriculture, Food And Natural Resources

      • Within the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Career Cluster, Killeen ISD offers two Programs of Study.  Select the link below to learn more information.
         

        Students working on a dog The Animal Science Program of Study (click here):  focuses on the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. It teaches Career and Technical Education learners how to apply biology and life science to real-world life processes of animals and wildlife, either in laboratories or in the field, which could include a veterinary office, a farm or ranch, or any outdoor area harboring animal life. Students may also research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.

         

         

         


        Student working on a plantThe Plant Science Program of Study (click here):  focuses on the science, research, and business of plants and other living organisms. It teaches Career and Technical Education learners how to apply biology and life science to real-world life processes of plants and vegetation, either in laboratories or in the field.


         

        IBC

        Killeen ISD pays for the cost of the certification(s) for students enrolled in the program.  Click on each certification below to receive additional information on the Industry-Based Certifications offered in Killeen ISD.  

      Architecture and Construction

      • Within the Architecture and Construction Career Cluster, Killeen ISD offers three Programs of Study.  Select the link below to learn more information.


        Picture of a student working on a computerThe Architectural Design Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and education associated with developing, engineering, and designing building structures and facilities. This program of study may also include exploration into collecting and interpreting geographic information, researching, and preparing maps and interior design.

         

         

         






        KISD Career Center students working on wood during carpentry course.The Carpentry Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and educational opportunities related to constructing, installing, or repairing structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms (including frameworks, partitions, joists, studding, rafters, and stairways). This program of study may also include exploration into installing, dismantling, or moving machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.


        The Electrical Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and educational opportunities associated with installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. This program of study may also include exploration into installing and repairing telecommunications cables, including fiber optics.


        IBC

        Killeen ISD pays for the cost of the certification(s) for students enrolled in the program.  Click on each certification below to receive additional information on the Industry-Based Certifications offered in Killeen ISD.
         

      Arts, A/V Technology, & Communications

      • Within the Arts, A/V Technology, & Communications Career Cluster, Killeen ISD offers six Programs of Study.  Select the link below to learn more information.

        The A/V Production Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and educational opportunities associated with the production of audio and visual media formats for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures. This program of study may also include exploration into operating machines and equipment to record sound and images, such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment.

        picture of student working on computerThe Animation Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. This program of study may also include exploration into designing clothing and accessories and creating special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media, for use in computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.


         




        picture on a sounding boardThe Digital Audio Technology Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and educational opportunities associated with the production of audio and visual media formats for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures. This program of study may also include exploration into operating machines and equipment to record sound and images, such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment.

         

         



        Two students working collaborativelyThe Graphic Design and Illustration Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. This program of study may also include exploration into designing clothing and accessories and creating special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media, for use in computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

         

         



        Picture of a computer animation video designThe Video Game Design Program of Study (click here):  Career and Technical Education learners explore the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. This program of study may also include exploration into designing clothing and accessories and creating special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media, for use in computer games, music videos, and commercials.

         

        IBC

        Killeen ISD pays for the cost of the certification(s) for students enrolled in the program.  Click on each certification below to receive additional information about these Industry-Based Certifications offered in Killeen ISD.   

         

      Business, Marketing, And Finance

      • Within the Business, Marketing, and Finance Career Cluster, Killeen ISD offers four Programs of Study.  Select the link below to learn more information.  


        Student working on computerThe Accounting Program of Study (click here):  teaches Career and Technical Education learners how to examine, analyze, and interpret financial records. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to perform financial services, prepare financial statements, interpret accounting records, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. This program of study will also introduce students to mathematical modeling tools. 

         

         



        Student working on her deskThe Business Management Program of Study (click here): teaches Career and Technical Education learners how to plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative services and operations of an organization. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to formulate policies, manage daily operations, and allocate the use of materials and human resources. This program of study will also introduce students to mathematical modeling tools and organizational evaluation methods.

         

         


        The Entrepreneurship Program of Study (click here): teaches CTE learners how to plan, direct, and coordinate the management and operations of public or private sector organizations. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to formulate policies, manage daily operations, analyze management structures, and plan for the use of materials and human resources.

        Student pointing to digital presentationThe Marketing Program of Study (click here): teaches Career and Technical Education learners how to collect information to determine potential sales of a product or service and/or create a marketing campaign to market or distribute goods and services. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to understand and apply data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits.

         

         

        IBC

        Killeen ISD pays for the cost of the certification for students enrolled in the program.  Click on each certification below to receive additional information. 

      Hospitality & Tourism

      • Within the Hospitality & Tourism Career Cluster, Killeen ISD offers one Program of Study.  Select the link below to learn more information.


        KISD students working in a kitchen as a part of the CTC culinary arts.The Culinary Arts Program of Study (click here): introduces Career and Technical Education learners to occupations and educational opportunities related to the planning, directing, or coordinating activities of a food and beverage organization or department. This program of study also explores opportunities involved in directing and participating in the preparation and cooking of food.





         

        Industry-Based Certification Offered in Killeen ISD:

        Killeen ISD pays for the cost of the certification(s) for students enrolled in the program.  Click on each certification below to receive additional information.   

      Information Technology

      • Within the Information Technology Career Cluster, Killeen ISD offers two Programs of Study.  Select the link below to learn more information.


        Two students working on the computerThe Cybersecurity & Networking Program of Study (click here):  
        Cybersecurity includes the occupations and educational opportunities related to planning, implementing, upgrading, or monitoring security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. This program of study may also include exploration into responding to computer security breaches and viruses and administering network security measures. The Networking program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing and implementing computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. This program of study may also include exploration into analyzing science, engineering, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems.
         
        All students enrolled in this program at the KISD Career Center have an opportunity to challenge all ten Microsoft Technology Associate examinations; all students in this program are expected to challenge the Microsoft Technology Associate - Operating Systems and Networking.

        Industry-Based Certifications Offered In Killeen ISD:

        Killeen ISD pays for the cost of the certification(s) for students enrolled in the program.  Click on each certification below to receive additional information.   

      Manufacturing

      • Within the Manufacturing Career Cluster, Killeen ISD offers one Program of Study.  Select the link below to learn more information.

        Two KISD Career center students weldingThe Welding Program of Study (click here):   Career and Technical Education learners focus on the development and use of automatic and computer-controlled machines, tools, and robots that perform work on metal or plastic. Career and Technical Education students will learn how to modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain individual machines, and how to use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment. 


         

         

         




        Industry-Based Certifications Offered In Killeen ISD:
        Killeen ISD pays for the cost of the certification for students enrolled in the program.  Click on each certification below to receive additional information.  

        AWS D1.1 Structural Steel 

      Transportation, Distribution & Logistics