Career and College Prep
Middle and high school is an exciting time when your child starts thinking about what comes next—and we’re here to support you both every step of the way. At MODA, students in grades 6–12 have the chance to explore career-focused courses that can spark new interests and help them discover what they really enjoy.
As your child works toward their diploma, they’ll build real-world skills and start exploring future possibilities—whether that means stepping into a job, heading to college, or pursuing a training program. These experiences can help them feel more confident about their next steps and make choices that truly fit their goals.
Student Career Coaching
MODA high school students can meet with career coaches to get advice on creating résumés, networking, interviewing, financial aid, college preparation, internships, and more! These virtual sessions are free to students at K12-powered schools.
Our career coaches also host live, interactive webinars to better prepare students for their futures with expert insight and advice on college and career prep. These events are open to all high school students.
Students can also:
Participate in career clubs
Prepare to take industry-recognized certification exams upon graduation¹
Gain workplace skills
Job Shadow Week
Schools powered by K12 teamed up with businesses nationwide to give students the opportunity to explore different career fields while discovering their passions. Watch as students experience Job Shadow Week.
Career Clubs
MODA students can enroll in career clubs, also called career technical service organizations (CTSOs). CTSOs enable students with similar career interests to connect, develop professional skills, participate in service projects, take field trips, and compete against other schools at the local, state, and national levels. MODA offers these career clubs:
SkillsUSA Membership
With curriculum that covers 130 job categories and more than 600 national partners—businesses, trade associations, and unions—SkillsUSA gives students the opportunity to:
- Practically apply what they learn in the classroom
- Take courses in addition to those offered by the MODA course catalog
- Participate in academic competitions and community service activities
- Connect with like-minded students who have similar career and academic interests
- Earn scholarships offered exclusively through SkillsUSA
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
FBLA helps students prepare for careers in business and business-related fields through leadership development, academic competitions, community service, awards, and more.
Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
This national CTSO is for students interested in the services surrounding families and consumers. Participation allows students to:
Build real-world skills
- Explore career opportunities
- Engage in events and competitions
- Apply for scholarships and awards
¹Many Microsoft®️ Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require more classes to be better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will have further preparation for certification testing.