As a federally-recognized Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), the Future Educators Association (FEA) functions as a component of co-curricular programs for students interested in education-related careers. This important distinction means that FEA is a focused, integral, hands-on part of the school curriculum. Schools that offer a state-approved Career and Technical Education (CTE) program of study can receive funds made available by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 2006. To learn more about FEA as a CTSO, visit About FEA.
If you are interested in developing a state-approved CTE program of study for students interested in education-related careers, the Education & Training Career Cluster Knowledge and Skill Statements, developed by the States' Career Cluster Initiative, can serve as a guide.
An example of a four-course program of study is provided here. This sample program, known as “Careers in Education,” was developed by the West Virginia Department of Education. It is an excellent example of what a state-approved CTE program should look like.
Careers in Education
Foundation in Education
Exceptionalities And Diversity
Educational Psychology and Learning
Human Growth and Development
If you have a state-approved program of study you would like to share, please e-mail fea@pdkintl.org.