North Carolina's teaching and training pathway prepares students for careers in education, corporate training, and workforce development. Students develop expertise in instructional design, presentation skills, student assessment, and learning management. Demand from K-12 schools, higher education, and corporate training creates career opportunities.
Curriculum covers teaching methods, curriculum development, learning psychology, technology integration, and assessment strategies. Students create lesson plans and deliver instruction. Learning emphasizes diverse learning styles and inclusive teaching practices.
Graduates teach in public or private schools, deliver corporate training, work in workforce development programs, or pursue higher education teaching careers. Many advance to instructional leadership and curriculum development roles.
Teaching/Training at a Glance
3
Courses
6
Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
North Carolina's teaching and training curriculum aligns with education standards and teacher preparation frameworks. Students complete 4-6 pathway units covering pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment as defined by NC DPI.
Programs teach North Carolina teaching standards and competency frameworks. Students develop lesson planning and instructional delivery skills.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course | Code |
|---|---|
| Parenting and Child Development | FE60 |
| Early Childhood Education I | FE11 |
| Early Childhood Education II | FE12 |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Tutor/Assistant Teacher
Entry LevelSalary range: $47,540 - $59,690
Adjusted for cost of living: $50,499
Training Specialist
Entry LevelSalary range: $39,650 - $82,310
Adjusted for cost of living: $42,118
Teacher
Entry LevelSalary range: $47,540 - $59,690
Adjusted for cost of living: $50,499
Curriculum Coordinator
ExperiencedSalary range: $39,650 - $82,310
Adjusted for cost of living: $64,574
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern as teaching assistants in schools and as training facilitators in corporate and nonprofit settings throughout North Carolina.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
How Sage Helps North Carolina CTE Programs
AI-Powered Curriculum
Generate standards-aligned lesson plans in minutes, not months
North Carolina Standards Built In
Pre-loaded with North Carolina's CTE standards and frameworks
Teacher Customization
Teachers personalize content while maintaining standards alignment
Ongoing Updates
Curriculum stays current as North Carolina standards and industry needs evolve
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