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PHHS Career & Technical Education

 
 
 
Business Pathway
 

The Business Pathway is for students who are interested in the world of finance, business, marketing and management.

Students can...

  • Earn industry-recognized National Retail Federation Foundation Rise-Up Customer Service and Sales Certification
  • Earn industry-recognized Food Handlers Card
  • Optionally choose to earn additional industry-recognized certification
    • Microsoft Office Certification 
      • Word, PowerPoint, Excel
    • National Retail Federation Foundation Rise-Up
      • Retail Industry Fundamentals
      • Business of Retail
      • Warehouse, Inventory & Logistics
  • Access to employment and internship opportunities in our community.
  • Participate in competition and leadership events through FBLA.

This pathway is great for students who...

  • Thrive helping, leading and working with people.
  • Solve problems using computers and technology.
  • Enjoy organizing and planning activities or events.
  • Have an interest in working in a business environment and pursuing continued training in Business, Management, Finance, or Marketing.
 
 
Digital Photography Pathway
 

In Digital Photography students will study the art of photography through the following topics: technical camera operation, composition, design, lighting, photo criticism, visual culture, workflow, photo management, image editing, and history of photography. 


Students can...

  • Gain skills and experience developing a professional image and using photo editing tools.
  • Participate in skill competitions and art shows where they can display their work.
  • Earn Adobe Certifications.
  • Meet Art credit requirements.
  • Apply for a Fine Arts Seal

This pathway is great for students who... 

  • Consider themselves artistic, imaginative and innovative.
  • Enjoy working with people.
  • Enjoy projects that allow for personal creativity and self-expression.
  • Are patient, flexible, and have an eye for detail.
  • Are interested in careers where various media is used to communicate information and ideas.
 
 
Engineering Pathway
 

The Engineering Pathway is a three-year program for students interested in using math, science and technology to solve problems.

Students can...

  • Use tools, software and equipment used in the Engineering and Computer Science field.
  • Participate in skill challenges through our SkillsUSA Engineering chapter
  • Earn an Autodesk 3D Modeling Fusion360 Certified User endorsement
  • Earn an Arizona Department of Education Engineering certificate

This pathway is great for students who...

  • Are curious and desire to figure out why and how things work.
  • Enjoy using math, science and technology to solve problems and improve their world.
  • Enjoy designing and building things.
  • Enjoy developing and analyzing various solutions to problems.
  • Are interested in continuing their education in Engineering, Computer Science or other related STEM fields.
 
 
Graphic Design Pathway
 

Graphic Design is an excellent program for students interested in creating and producing media using various apps in the Adobe Cloud Suite (such as, but not limited to, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).

Students can...

  • Gain skills and experience in developing a professional image and using professional editing and graphics tools
  • Participate in skill competitions and art shows where they can display their work.
  • Earn college credits which can be applied directly into partner college programs.
  • Earn Adobe Certifications after the 2-year class requirement.
  • Meet CTE credit requirements.

This pathway is a great fit for students who...

  • Consider themselves artistic, imaginative, and innovative.
  • Enjoy working with people.
  • Enjoy projects that allow for personal creativity and self-expression, as well as working with local clients to meet their design needs.
  • Are patient, flexible, and have an eye for detail.
  • Are interested in careers where various media are used to communicate information and ideas.
 
 
Law & Public Safety Pathway
 

The Law and Public Safety program is a comprehensive educational initiative preparing students for careers in law enforcement and public safety.


Students can…

  • Gain foundational knowledge in criminal justice and legal systems.
  • Develop essential skills in conflict resolution, communication, and critical thinking.
  • Participate in hands-on simulations and real-world scenarios to enhance practical experience.
  • Build a network through interactions with professionals in the field.
  • Access internship opportunities with law enforcement agencies for real-world application of learned skills.