The Teaching Pathway
Teaching as a Profession (TAP) is a three-year pathway designed for students interested
in educational careers, pediatric care, and child development. This pathway is for high school
students that exhibit high academic achievement and a commitment to learning about the field of
education. Examining the Teaching Profession (TAP I) is the first course in the Teaching
Pathway and is an introduction to educational pedagogy, academic vocabulary, and educational
training. This course is a prerequisite to Contemporary Issues in Education (TAP II) and
Teaching as a Profession Practicum (TAP III).
Options for Pathway Completion
Teaching as a Profession
These are high school courses that introduces you to becoming a teacher. It focuses on teaching all grade levels, and it helps you learn more about yourself as a learner and how to teach
Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Dual Enrollment Courses with Athens Technical College. It focuses on children from Birth-5 years old. This program leads to certification to work as a lead teacher in a childcare facility