Rising 9th graders can get a jumpstart on their career while in high school!
Learn more about interesting career pathways and hear from our instructors below!
Students living in the Violet transportation zone are eligible for admission to North Mecklenburg High School’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways. Students must apply through the School Choice Lottery for enrollment into these programs. Apply by 10pm on February 5, 2021.
In this pathway, you acquire the expertise required for automotive maintenance, servicing and basic testing of brakes, electrical systems, drivetrain, engine, HVAC and steering/suspension systems. If you like hands-on learning, this is right up your alley. Apprenticeship, internship and job shadowing opportunities prepare you for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR- G1).
The cosmetology pathway prepares you to earn state licenses. You will learn theory and practical applications as outlined in state regulations governing the practice of cosmetology by completing the steps for safe and effective cosmetic art services. Advanced students provide supervised cosmetic arts services to the public.
Culinary sequences cover basic food safety and sanitation practices, as well as cold and hot food production, baking and pastry and service skills. You also learn how to use commercial equipment and knives. You will learn about nutritional needs, kitchen and meal management, food preparation and time and resource management.
Ready to apply for one of these programs at North Meck? Click the button below to submit an application with your top choice in the School Choice Lottery. Apply before the lottery closes on February 5 at 10pm.
Need more information or have questions? Email the North Meck Pathway Development Coordinator (PDC), Clark Camp:
Want to hear more about North Meck? Join us for a Virtual Parent Open House on January 28 at 11:30 AM on Zoom. Meeting ID: 895 6109 757 Passcode: NMHSMagnet
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES FUNDAMENTALS
This course introduces automotive safety, basic automotive terminology, system & component identification, knowledge and introductory skills in hand tools, shop equipment, basic servicing, and use of service information. As part of the NATEF accreditation, topics are aligned to the Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) requirements
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE I
Prerequisite: Automotive Services Fundamentals. This course develops automotive knowledge and skills in performing scheduled automotive maintenance, servicing, and basic testing of brakes, electrical systems, drivetrain, engine, HVAC and steering & suspension systems, emphasizing hands-on experience. As part of the NATEF accreditation, topics are aligned to the Maintenance and Light Repair(MLR) requirements.
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE II Prerequisite: Automotive Service I. This course builds on the knowledge and skills introduced in Automotive Servicing I and develops advanced knowledge and skills in vehicle system repair and/or replacement of components in the brakes, electrical systems, drivetrain, engine, HVAC and steering & suspension systems, emphasizing hands-on experience. As part of the NATEF accreditation, topics are aligned to the Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) requirements
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE III Prerequisite: Automotive Service II This course builds on the skills and knowledge introduced in Automotive Service I & II. Building advanced automotive skills and knowledge in vehicle servicing, testing, repair, and diagnosis of brakes, electrical systems, drivetrain, engine, HVAC and steering & suspension systems, while emphasizing hands-on experience. As part of the NATEF accreditation, topics are aligned to the Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) requirements.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP l
In this course students evaluate the concepts of going into business for themselves and working for or operating a small business. Emphasis is on the exploration of feasible ideas of products/services, research procedures, business financing, marketing strategies, and access to resources for starting a small business. Students develop components of a business plan and evaluate startup requirements.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP II
Prerequisite: Entrepreneurship I In this course students develop an understanding of pertinent decisions to be made after obtaining financing to open a small business. Students acquire in-depth understanding of business regulations, risks, management, and marketing. Students develop a small-business management handbook.
COSMETOLOGY I
This course introduces students to the content essential to pursuing a cosmetic arts license. Students study the history of cosmetology; infection control; basic principles of hair care, principles of hair styling and cutting; chemical texture services; and hair coloring services, products and procedures. COSMETOLOGY II Prerequisite:
Cosmetology II
This course covers the advanced cosmetic art topics of general anatomy and chemistry; skin and nail care; hair design and braiding; the use of wigs and extensions; massage and facials; makeup and cosmetic artistry; manicure and pedicure procedures; nail extensions and UV gel nail applications. Students provide services to live models and participate in the district Cosmetology Capstone event. CMS Cosmetology is monitored and regulated by the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners
CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY I
This course is designed to introduce students to the hospitality and food service industry by learning about components of professional practice and building basic knowledge and skills in food preparation, garde manger, baking, and food service operations. The introduction includes students learning food safety, breakfast cookery, salads and sandwiches, quick breads and cookies, and dining room service. Art, English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies are reinforced.
CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY II APPLICATIONS
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts and Hospitality I This course is designed for students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in basic food preparation, garde manger, baking and food service operations by planning and executing the program’s school-based enterprise. The experience includes students preparing and selling breakfast items, salads and sandwiches, and quick breads and cookies while applying safety, sanitation, and guest service skills. Arts, English and language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and are reinforced.
CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY III
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts and Hospitality II Applications The course is designed for students to further develop their knowledge and skills through learning about advanced food preparation, garde manger, baking and pastry, and food service operations. The experience includes students learning cooking techniques, food preservation, yeast breads and pastries preparation, human relations management, menu planning, and food service purchasing and receiving. Arts, English and language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies are reinforced.
CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY IV APPLICATIONS
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts and Hospitality III This course is designed for students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in advanced food preparation, garde manger, baking and pastry, and food service operations by planning and executing the program’s school-based enterprise. The experience includes students preparing and selling a variety of meat, poultry, and seafood entrées served with accompaniments and sauces and yeast breads, desserts, and pastries, while applying human relations management, menu planning, and food service purchasing and receiving. Arts, English and language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies are reinforced.