Launch Virtual Academy provides programs of study that involve a multiyear sequence of courses that integrate core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers. Students must complete one Intro and one Capstone course to be recognized as a CTE Pathway Completer upon graduation. Unless otherwise specified, all CTE classes at Launch Virtual Academy are on the University of California (UC) A-G approved list. Courses market with * are articulated with Southwestern Community College which can provide college credit opportunities.
Behavioral Science Wellness Academy
Launch Virtual Academy’s Behavioral Science and Wellness Pathway is a California Partnership Academy that prepares students for careers assisting clients on their journey to better health. Students work alongside other departments as part of interdisciplinary teams of mental health professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, registered nurses, and other specialists. These teams deliver high-quality treatments to patients with behavioral health issues, psychological crises, and other biopsychological disorders.
Introduction Course:
10th grade – CTE Introduction to Behavioral & Mental Health
Intermediate Course:
11th grade – CTE Intermediate Behavioral Science and Mental Health
Capstone Course:
12th grade – CTE Developing Future Behavioral & Mental Health Professionals Capstone
Game Design & Integration Pathway
Game Design & Integration classes are part of the Arts, Media & Entertainment industry sector. Classes in this pathway provide an opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the world of video game design and development. Students will explore conceptual and technical aspects of contemporary video game creation using various digital platforms and software for practice and skill-building in the field of game development. The curriculum will be focusing on game design theory, the major aspects of game creation including programming, art, production and design, and exploration of the conceptual and technical implementation of elements within those domains.
Intro Course:
Video Game Art/Design I*
Capstone Course:
CTE Video Game Art/Design II*
Design, Visual, & Media Arts Pathway
Design, Visual, and Media Arts art classes are part of the Arts Media & Entertainment industry sector. Students taking courses in the Design, Visual, and Media Arts develop skills in computer and print media, design, photography, video production, lighting and sound. Students will use industry-standard software to create projects that will be printed in traditional and digital formats and included in a student’s employment portfolio. Students will also explore career options within this rapidly expanding industry sector.
Intro Courses:
• CTE Multimedia Production*
• CTE Photography Digital*
Capstone Courses:
• CTE TV Film and Digital Media*
• CTE Photography Digital Advanced*
Business Management Pathway
This pathway introduces students into the fundamentals of distribution and fulfillment centers, emphasizing the movement of products and materials across businesses and geographies within the global supply chain. It also explores innovative technologies that drive the flow of products, information, funds, and people in global supply chains. Students will be prepared to earn a Six Sigma White and Yellow Belt certification, equipping them with the ability to implement Six Sigma principles in managing Lean distribution and fulfillment operations, and will also be prepared for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) certification exam.
Intro Course:
• CTE Business Logistics*
Capstone Course:
• CTE Business Supply Chain*
Information Support Services Pathway
Information Support Services classes are part of the Information, Communication & Technologies (ICT) industry sector which introduces computer science, coding, STEM careers, as well as careers in teaching and education. Students learn through action while supporting others and completing projects that demonstrate their learning. This supports every school’s technology integration goal and helps to build the next generation of technology leaders by developing their communication skills, collaboration, critical thinking, and leadership skills. Students in the ICT career pathway can seek entry-level IT positions in private businesses, government organizations and school districts. After acquiring the ICT essential skills, they may also choose to work for themselves.
Intro Course:
CTE Informational Technology Assistant*
Capstone Course:
CTE IT Essentials*
Software and Systems Development Pathway
Software and Systems Development courses are part of the Information, Communication & Technologies (ICT) industry sector. Courses in this pathway introduce students to the foundational concepts of computer science and cybersecurity. These courses are designed to be rigorous, engaging, and provide an approachable curriculum that explores many of the foundational ideas of computing. Created by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), this framework identifies standards that have been developed by numerous academic, industry, and government organizations such as the National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (also known as the NICE Framework or NCWF), College Board, and the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA).
Intro Course:
PLTW Computer Science Principles*
Capstone Course:
PLTW Cybersecurity*
Public Safety Pathway
Public service professions offer many career opportunities, including the following career pathways: Public Safety, Emergency Response, and Legal Practices. Standards in this sector are designed to prepare students for technical training, postsecondary education, and entry-level employment. Careers
in public service are unique because they center on challenging issues that define the public agenda and involve the provision of vital services to the public—from local to international levels.
Intro Course:
CTE Legal Systems
Capstone Course:
CTE Foundations of Legal Practices*
Unless otherwise specified, all classes are on the University of California (UC) A-G approved list
Classes marked * are articulated with Southwestern Community College
