P-TECH / Health Science

P-TECH

P-TECH is for students in grades 9–12 who want to get a head start in a career where skilled employees are in high demand. It is a four-year, career-focused program providing students with real-world work experience through internships in fields connected to their classroom studies.

LBJ Early College P-TECH students obtain a health industry certification in some of the most in-demand health science fields.

  • Download the P-TECH application PDF (English | Spanish)
  • Check out the P-TECH course sequence PDF

Today's decisions create tomorrows success

Students who successfully complete the four-year program will graduate with:

  • A high school diploma
  • An associate degree
  • A Career and Technical Education endorsement
  • Relevant industry certifications
  • Practical workplace experience

Our Goal

LBJ Early College High School is committed to creating opportunities to help students achieve beyond the classroom. Our goal is to graduate every student enrolled in CTE and Career Launch, a P-Tech partner, in Health Sciences with a high school diploma and a guaranteed job. 

Start a Career in Health Science

  • Associates of Science in Pre-Health Science
  • Certified Nurse Technician (CNA)
  • Patient Care Technician PCT
  • Medical Assisting

Health Science Certification Programs

The LBJ Early P-TECH Pre-Health Sciences program is for students interested in a career in the health science industry. Health Sciences offers a comprehensive sequence designed to prepare students for the State Board Exams required to obtain a license in the healthcare field through partnerships with Austin Community College and Ascension Seton. As part of the program, students will participate in work-based learning activities that include job shadowing, internships, being mentored by an industry expert and real-world industry challenge projects.

Health Science Certification Programs

Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Certified Patient Care Technician (PCT)

FOR IN-DEPTH INFORMATION AND STUDENT SUPPORT RESOURCES EXPLORE THE P-TECH BENCHMARKS.

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