Career Technical Education (CTE) - High School
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Why Students Choose CTE at Hearthstone
Why Students Choose CTE at Hearthstone
Why Students Choose CTE at Hearthstone
Hearthstone students can combine the flexibility of a personalized hybrid/independent study high school program with hands-on Career Technical Education through Butte County ROP and on-campus Hearthstone pathways. These options allow students to explore careers, earn college credit, and gain real-world experience — all while staying on track for graduation.
📌 Transportation to ROP courses located in Chico is available upon request.
explore the pathways
explore the pathways
explore the pathways
Welding
High School ROP – ChicoWelding
High School ROP – Chico
Welding
A full-year hands-on pathway for students interested in welding.
Students in this pathway can:
- Build core welding and fabrication skills in the fall
- Advance skills in the spring capstone and complete an individual project
- Earn Butte College credit (spring)
Hearthstone students benefit from:
- Personalized pacing and academic flexibility
- Transportation to ROP welding courses in Chico is available upon request
- Support balancing shop-based coursework with graduation requirements
To learn more about the Welding pathway on the
Butte County ROP website, click the link below:
Butte County ROP website, click the link below:
Early Childhood Education
High School ROP - ChicoEarly Childhood Education
High School ROP - Chico
Early Childhood Education
The Butte County ROP Early Childhood Education program is an intensive, year-long course designed for students ready to dive into the world of child development.
Students in this pathway can earn:
- 6 College Credits (Articulated with Butte College).
- CPR Certification.
- Mandated Reporting Certification.
- CA Child Development Assistant Permit (Eligible to apply upon successful completion).
Hearthstone Students will benefit from:
- Support balancing field-based experience and coursework with graduation requirements
- Transportation to ROP courses in Chico is available upon request
To learn more about the Early Childhood Education pathway on the Butte County ROP website, click the link below:
Medical & Hospital Careers
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High School ROP – Chico
Medical & Hospital Careers
A full-year healthcare pathway for students interested in nursing, medicine, and allied health careers.
Students in this pathway can:
- Earn Basic Life Support (BLS) with CPR certification
- Earn up to 9 dual-enrolled Butte College credits
- Participate in a spring capstone with supervised clinical experience (requirements apply)
Hearthstone students benefit from:
- Flexible scheduling for a demanding clinical course
- Transportation to ROP courses in Chico is available upon request
- Staff guidance with health requirements (TB testing, immunizations)
To learn more about the Medical & Hospital Careers pathway on the Butte County ROP website, click the link below:
Construction
High School ROP - ChicoConstruction
High School ROP - Chico
Construction
The ROP Residential and Commercial Construction program is a full-year, hands-on course designed to introduce students to the building and construction trades.
Students in this pathway can earn:
- 6 College Credits (Articulated with Butte College).
- OSHA 10 Certification (Industry-standard safety credential).
- NCCER Core Certification (Nationally recognized construction craft credit).
- Practical Experience in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing basics.
Hearthstone students benefit from:
- Transportation to ROP construction courses in Chico is available upon request.
- Support balancing shop-based work with graduation requirements.
To learn more about the Construction pathway on the Butte County ROP website, click the link below:
Explore digital arts as a creative career pathway with a focus on digital photography.
Students build both artistic and technical skills while learning how visual media is used in creative industries.
Students will:
- Learn digital photography techniques and camera operation
- Develop skills in composition, lighting, and digital image editing
- Create a professional portfolio of original work
- Earn college credit through articulation with Butte College
This pathway is ideal for students who:
- Are interested in creative careers in arts, media, or design
- Want hands-on, project-based learning
- Prefer an on-campus CTE option
- Want to earn college credit while exploring a creative field
To learn more about Hearthstone's Digital Arts CTE pathway, click the interest form link below:
StILL Have Questions about CTE?
StILL Have Questions about CTE?
StILL Have Questions about CTE?
Will this fit my schedule?
Yes. Hearthstone builds each student’s schedule around their CTE commitment.
Yes. Hearthstone builds each student’s schedule around their CTE commitment.
What if my student isn’t sure about their future?
That’s okay. CTE helps students explore careers by doing — not guessing.
That’s okay. CTE helps students explore careers by doing — not guessing.
Does CTE help with college?
Yes. College credit, certifications, and hands-on experience strengthen college and job applications.
Is transportation an issue?
No. Transportation to Chico ROP programs is available upon request.
No. Transportation to Chico ROP programs is available upon request.
What if my student changes their mind?
We help students pivot while staying on track for graduation.
We help students pivot while staying on track for graduation.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you’re exploring interests, building confidence, or preparing for college or a career, Hearthstone’s CTE pathways open doors.
Your future won’t wait — take the first step today.