Frederick County Public Schools

Consumer services, hospitality, and tourism programs offer many career and education opportunities. You can earn industry certifications or college credits, and programs like culinary arts and cosmetology include internships and mentoring. These experiences help you apply what you learn in class and get a head start in your career.

Career and Technical (CTE) Opportunities

Career and Technology Center (CTC) Opportunities (Open to all students - Application Required)

If you enjoy:

• Helping people feel good about their appearance
• Creativity and design
• Working with your hands
• Being around people
• Cooking
• Baking
• Working with people
• Customer service
• Turning vision into reality
• Problem solving
• Travel and tourism

Then you might enjoy a career as a:

• Hair Stylist
• Hair Colorist
• Barber
• Nail Technician/Manicurist
• Esthetician
• Makeup Artist
• Electrologist
• Salon/Business Owner
• Salon/Business Manager
• Baker
• Chef
• Cruise Ship Director
• Dietician
• Event Planner
• Housekeeping Manager
• Restaurant Manager
• Travel Agent
• Activities Director

For more information about opportunities within the Consumer Services, Hospitality, and Tourism Cluster, please see your School Counselor or Career Coach.

For detailed course offerings and class sequences, please see the Course and Planning Guides.

Work Based Learning (WBL) Opportunities available at every school

Career and Technical Student Organizations

CTSOs are student-led organizations that provide opportunities for students to develop leadership, teamwork, and career-related skills. They often focus on specific career fields such as business, technology, agriculture, or health/human services. These co-curricular student experiences are embedded within various CTE programs. CTSOs can offer a variety of activities, including competitions, conferences, community service projects, and networking events.

Additional Opportunities

Dual Enrollment
College credit opportunities are available within this program. Please review the course guide for the most current Dual Enrollment opportunities.

Sample Schedule
Below is a sample schedule of how students can complete a CTE program while satisfying their graduation requirements. Please note, these sample schedules are not official options and students should consult their guidance counselor for the most accurate advice regarding scheduling.