HCPS Academic & Career Planning Guide

High School Courses Typical Pathways

Please note: courses may vary by school depending on a number of factors, including student demand, staff availability, and/or unforeseen circumstances.

Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for English/Language Arts
- English 9
- English 9 Honors
- English 10
- English 10 Honors
- American Humanities
- English 11
- English 11 Honors
- AP English Language & Composition
- English 12
- English 12 Honors
- AP English Literature & Composition
- AP Capstone - Seminar
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements in the Area of Electives
- African American Literature Honors
- AP Capstone - Seminar
- AP Capstone - Research
- Composition Theory Honors
- Creative Writing
- Creative Writing II/Advanced Composition
- Introduction to Humanities Honors
- Film Theory
- Journalism
- Photojournalism
- Oral Communications I
- Oral Communications II
- Oral Communications III
- Debate
- Speech for Competition and the Stage
- Secondary Reading & Writing Across the Curriculum
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Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for Mathematics
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Algebra II Honors
- Geometry
- Geometry Honors
- Algebra Functions & Data Analysis AFDA
- Data Science
- Probability & Statistics (1.0 Credit)
- Probability & Statistics (0.5 credits)
- Trigonometry (0.5 credits)
- AP Statistics
- Mathematical Analysis/Pre-Calculus Honors
- Calculus Honors
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- AP Computer Science A
- Foundations of Algebra
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements in the Area of Electives
- *Foundations of Algebra
*Foundations of Algebra – for students with disabilities who qualify for credit accommodations
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for Science
- Environmental Science
- EnviroFit
- Earth Science I
- Earth Science I Honors
- Earth Science II - Oceanography
- Earth Science II: Astronomy
- AP Environmental Science
- Biology I
- Biology I Honors
- Biology II: Anatomy & Physiology
- Biology II: Ecology
- AP Biology
- Chemistry I
- Chemistry I Honors
- AP Chemistry
- Physics I
- Physics I Honors
- AP Physics I
- AP Physics II
- AP Physics C: Mechanics
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for Social Studies
- World History I
- World History I Honors
- World History II
- World History II Honors
- AP World History
- AP European History
- World Geography
- World Geography Honors
- AP Human Geography
- Virginia & United States History
- Virginia & United States History Honors
- AP United States Government and Politics
- American Humanities
- Virginia & United States Government
- Virginia & United States Government Honors
- AP United States History
- AP Comparative Government and Politics
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements in the Area of Electives
- Psychology I
- AP Psychology
- African American History
- AP African American Studies
- Sociology
- AP Microeconomics/AP Macroeconomics
- Foundations of Thinking Like a Lawyer
- Principles of Leadership Honors
- 20th Century World History
- 20th Century World History Honors
- 20th Century Virginia & United States History
- 20th Century Virginia & United States History Honors
- History of Latin America
- Honors Sociology
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for Health & Pe
- Health & PE 9
- EnviroFit
- Health & PE 10
- Adapted Health & PE 9 - 10
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements in the Area of Electives
- Driver Education and Highway Safety
- Fitness Instructor
- Fitness Planning
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for World Languages
- American Sign Language (ASL) I
- American Sign Language (ASL) II
- American Sign Language (ASL) III
- French I
- French II
- French III
- French IV Honors
- AP French Language & Culture
- French VI Honors
- German I
- German II
- German III
- German IV Honors
- AP German Language and Culture
- Latin & Greek for the 21st Century
- Latin I
- Latin II
- Latin III
- Latin IV Honors
- AP Latin
- Spanish I
- Spanish II
- Spanish III
- Spanish IV Honors
- Spanish VI Honors
- Spanish for Fluent Speakers
- AP Spanish Language & Culture
- AP Spanish Literature
- Chinese I
- Chinese II
- Chinese III
- Chinese IV Honors
- Chinese VI Honors
- AP Chinese Language & Culture
- Spanish for Fluent Speakers III
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for CTE

Caring Communities: Education
- Early Childhood Education Program
- Teacher Apprenticeship Program
  - Teach for Tomorrow I (DE)
  - Teach for Tomorrow II (Honors)
Caring Communities: Healthcare & Human Services
- Emergency Medical Technician Program
- Home Mental Health Assistance Program
  - Home Health Aid
  - Mental Health Assisting Careers I
- Nurse Aide Program
  - Nurse Aide I
  - Mental Health Assisting Careers I
- Pharmacy Technician Program
  - Pharmacy Technician I
  - Pharmacy Technician II
- Practical Nursing Program
  - Practical Nursing I and II
- Physical/Occupational Therapy Program
  - Physical/Occupational Therapy I
  - Physical/Occupational Therapy II
- Sports Medicine Program
  - Sports Medicine/Athletic Training I
  - Sports Medicine/Athletic Training II
- Vet Science Program
- Cosmetology Program
  - Cosmetology I
  - Cosmetology II
- Master Barbering Program
  - Master Barbering I
  - Master Barbering II
Caring Communities: Public Service & Safety
- Criminal Justice Program
  - Criminal Justice I
  - Criminal Justice II
- Firefighting Program
  - Firefighting I
  - Firefighting II
- Legal Systems Administration Program
  - Legal Systems Administration
  - Career Strategies
Building and Moving: Advanced Manufacturing
- High Tech Academy
  - Courses listed on High Tech Academy Page
- Mechatronics Program
- Precision Machining Technology Program
  - Precision Machining I
  - Precision Machining II
  - Precision Machining III
  - Career Strategies
- Welding Program
  - Welding I
  - Welding II
  - Welding III
  - Career Strategies
Building and Moving: Construction
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration
- Carpentry Program
  - Carpentry I
  - Carpentry II
  - Carpentry III
  - Career Strategies
- Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Program
  - Drafting I
  - Drafting Architectural
  - Drafting Mechanical
  - Career Strategies
- Electricity & Cabling Program
- Heavy Equipment Operation Program
  - Heavy Construction Operation I
  - Heavy Construction Operation II
  - Career Strategies
- Masonry Program
  - Masonry I
  - Masonry II
  - Masonry III*
  - Career Strategies
- Plumbing and Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitting Program
  - Plumbing and fire protection sprinkler fitting I
  - Plumbing and fire protection sprinkler fitting II
  - Career Strategies
Building and Moving: Supply Chain & Transportation
- Auto Body Repair Program
  - Auto Body Repair I
  - Auto Body Repair II
  - Auto Body Repair III
  - Career Strategies
- Automotive Technology Program
  - Automotive Technology I
  - Automotive Technology II
  - Automotive Technology III
  - Career Strategies
- Diesel Technologies Program
- Global Logistics Program
  - Global Logistics and Enterprise Systems I
  - Global Logistics and Enterprise Systems II
- Motorsports Technology Program
  - Motorsports Technology I
  - Motorsports Technology II
  - Career Strategies
- Connecting & Support Success: Digital Technology
Connecting & Support Success: Management & Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing Program:
  - Entrepreneurship & Digital Marketing I
  - Entrepreneurship & Digital Marketing II
- Healthcare Management Program:
  - Healthcare Management
  - Career Strategies
- Legal Systems Administration Program:
  - Legal Systems Administration
  - Career Strategies
Connecting & Support Success: Marketing & Sales
- Entrepreneurship & Digital Marketing Program:
  - Entrepreneurship I
  - Entrepreneurship II
Creating & Experiencing: Arts, Entertainment & Design
- Graphic Communications Program:
- Radio Broadcasting & Journalism Program:
  - Radio Broadcasting & Journalism I
  - Radio Broadcasting & Journalism II
- TV Media Production Program:
- Game Design & Web Development Program:
  - Game Design & Web Development I
  - Game Design & Web Development II
- Commercial Photography Program
  - Commercial Photography I
  - Commercial Photography II
Creating & Experiencing: Hospitality, Events & Tourism
- Culinary Arts Program:
- Baking and Pastry Specialization
- Event Planning and Tourism Marketing Program:
  - Event Planning and Tourism Marketing I
  - Event Planning and Tourism Marketing II
Cultivating & Experiencing: Agriculture
- Geospatial & Uncrewed Aircraft Technologies Program:
- Horticulture: Floriculture and Greenhouse Management Program:
- Horticulture: Landscaping and Plant Science Program:
Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for Fine Arts

Art
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Music
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Theatre
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Courses That Meet Diploma Requirements for Liep
- Content LIEP
- Language & Cultures I
- Language & Cultures II
- LIEP I
- LIEP II
- LIEP III
- LIEP IV
- Reading Across the Curriculum I
- Reading Across the Curriculum II

High School Courses

High School Courses Typical Pathways

English

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Health & PE

World Languages

CTE

Fine Arts

Exceptional Education

LIEP

Speciality Centers

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