The Professional Studies Program (PSP) is a program for students enrolled in grades 9-12 at PA Leadership Charter School (PALCS). PSP offers:
Online career exploration courses for students in grades 9-12
Complete enrichment activities and credits toward graduation
A path to earn an industry-recognized certification while in high school
Opportunity to develop real-world skills and experience in a career field
The Professional Studies Program is open to students in grades 9-12 enrolled in PALCS. This program focuses on four high-demand career clusters:
- Business Management and Administration
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Information Technology
- Health and Human Services
Within them, students explore careers. They also obtain skills, and the prospect to get industry certification.
As part of the program, students earn elective credits toward graduation. They also may prepare to take an outside exams in their chosen career cluster. Upon passing the test, students can earn an industry-recognized certificate. Not to mention, they will be armed with knowledge and skills for post-school success. Learn more »
PSP Clusters and Pathways
The four available PSP career categories are similar to majors. There are numerous career pathways available within each category.
Business Management and Administration
Paths
- Administrative Support (Microsoft Office Certification)
- Business Information Management (Accounting)
- General Management
Hospitality and Tourism
Paths
- Food Science and Nutrition
- Food Service and Hospitality
- Travel and Tourism
Information Technology
Paths
- Information Support and Services
- Programming and IT Support: Java
- Programming and IT Support: Python
- Programming and IT Support: C++
- Programming and IT Support: Web/HTML
- Web and Digital Communications: Adobe
- Web and Digital Communications: Game Design
Health and Human Services
Paths
- Health & Human Services: Early Childhood
- Health & Human Services: Legal & Law Enforcement