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The Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program gives students the opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and a workforce credential that prepares them for immediate employment or continued college study. Through a partnership with Austin Community College (ACC) and industry leaders, students gain real-world experience while completing college coursework in high-demand career fields.

At Navarro Early College High School, students can participate in the Computer Programming & UX/UI pathway, earning valuable college credit while developing in-demand skills in software development, programming, user experience (UX), and user interface (UI) design.

P-TECH students work toward earning a Level 1 Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree , preparing them for careers in technology and other workforce industries.

Program Benefits

Students enrolled in the P-TECH program have the opportunity to:

  • Earn college credit while attending high school.
  • Graduate with a Level 1 Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree.
  • Develop technical and career-ready skills in high-demand industries.
  • Participate in internships, job shadowing, and work-based learning experiences.
  • Receive mentorship and guidance from college faculty and industry professionals.
  • Reduce the time and cost of earning a college credential after high school.
  • Graduate with the skills needed to enter the workforce or continue toward a bachelor's degree.

Explore Available P-TECH Pathways

Austin Community College offers P-TECH certificates and associate degree pathways in a variety of high-demand career fields, including Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Health Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Building and Construction Management, Welding, Real Estate, and more.

To explore all available P-TECH pathways and learn more about each certificate and degree program, visit:
https://dualcredit.austincc.edu/dual-credit-classes/p-tech-certificates-and-associate-degrees/

How to Apply

Students residing within Navarro Early College High School's attendance zone who are interested in applying to the P-TECH program should contact:

Cyntia Rodriguez
ECHS & P-TECH Counselor
Email: cyntia.rodriguez@austinisd.org
Phone: (512) 414-2514 ext. 70946