Chesterfield Career & Technical Center provides career preparation courses for Chesterfield County Public Schools students in grades 11 and 12. Formerly called vocational education, our career and technical education programs help students develop a foundation for college and do no career success across a wide variety of subject areas. donotemail@noservice.com
Advanced Biotechnology
(Previously Environmental Biotechnology)
This one-year course is a cutting-edge opportunity for students preparing for careers in research, forensics, genetics and other biotechnology fields. The course explores the complexities of scientific research and enables students to apply various facets of biotechnology in the fields of plant and animal agriculture, the environment and food science. Throughout the class students are encouraged to critically think and are challenged to use equipment and techniques common in research facilities. Emphasis is placed on continuing education requirements pertaining to professional career paths in biotechnology.
Hull Street Campus
One Year
Occupation Opportunities
Animal Scientist
Biochemist
Water Conservationist
Toxicologist
Ecologist
Agricultural Engineer
Credits for this Program Include:
Biotech Foundations in Agriculture
& Environmental Science (1 Credit)
Biotech Foundations in Agriculture (1 Credit)
AP Biology (1 Credit)
Preferred Aptitudes
Strong in Math and Sciences
Completed or concurrently in Chemistry
Completed Biology 1