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If your career plan includes college, early training and certifications in your field can give you a major advantage.

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It’s game on for any students going straight to work after graduation. Career training will give you the qualifications you need to land a solid, well-paying job.

Today’s best careers won’t wait. Get ready here and now at Gadsden City High School.
Click the links below to explore your options.

  • Program
  • Description
  • Education & Training Academy
  • Pursue a career as a teacher, social worker, counselor or childhood development specialist. Hear from experienced teachers, get real classroom experience, prepare lessons and work directly with students.
  • Fire/First Responder Academy
  • Gain valuable training for a career as a firefighter, paramedic, emergency medical technician and more. This program will put you on the road to earning the certifications necessary to joining the workforce as a firefighter or first responder.
  • Health Science Academy
  • Observe many healthcare occupations and gain college credits. Classroom and clinical rotations introduce students to careers such as a physician, nurse, dentist, pharmacist, physical therapist, medical laboratory
  • Automotive Technology
  • Pursue a career as an automotive engineer, master mechanic, auto technician and more. Learn construction, fuel and ignition systems, power trains, brakes, transmissions, electronic and diagnostic equipment
  • Management & Entrepreneurship
  • Prepare for a career as a sales manager, account manager, finance director, executive secretary, payroll & timekeeping, legal secretary, tax preparer or graphic designer. Learn leadership techniques, computer applications, financial management and business ethics.
  • Cosmetology
  • Train to be a professional hairstylist, nail technician, makeup artist or salon manager. Gain hands-on skills needed to cut, color and style hair as well as skin treatments, professional makeup applications and nail care.
  • Electronics/Robotics
  • Join the growing field of robotics by learning and competing through this popular Gadsden City program.
  • Electrical Technology
  • Learn about the construction, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment. Program prepares students to enter the workforce as an electrician or pursue a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
  • Food, Wellness & Dietetics
  • Gain the knowledge needed to build a healthy lifestyle by learning the nutritional content of food, how the body uses nutrients, sports nutrition, menu planning and cooking techniques.
  • Heating, Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology
  • Learn to repair maintain and install heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems. Oversee heating, cooling and air quality in businesses and residential homes.
  • Digital Technology: Information Technology Support and Services
  • Work as an IT consultant, mobile applications developer, web developer, software engineer, software developer, networking specialist, mobile application developer and related computer fields.
  • JROTC
  • Prepare for a career in law enforcement, the military, or a leadership role in any career. Join one of the largest character development and citizenship programs for youth in the world.
  • Marketing
  • Get ready for a career in marketing, finance, hospitality, management or entrepreneurship. Learn leadership skills, management techniques and participate in hands-on internships.
NTHS

The National Technical Honor Society at GCHS recognizes the best and brightest in career and technical education.

Sounds Great, But Now What? You’ve read through the descriptions, done your research and now want more specific information. Sure thing! You or your parent can call 256-543-3614 and ask to set up a discovery conversation with the coordinator listed on the page for the program that interests you. You can also email the coordinator directly at the email on that page. Feel free to contact several coordinators. Keep in mind that registration begins in March, so now is the time to call!


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