P-TECH
AT-A-GLANCE
GRADES SERVED: 9-14
LOCATIONS: Frederick Douglass High School
PROGRAM INFO: Career & Technical Education
WEBSITE: P-TECH
SOCIAL MEDIA: @FDHSPTECH
TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation is available to students who reside within the Frederick Douglass High School International BaccaIaureate (IB)/P-TECH Boundary. Students outside of this boundary may attend P-TECH; however, transportation will not be provided.
Visit School Finder to confirm if your address is within the Frederick Douglass High School International BaccaIaureate (IB)/P-TECH Boundary
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Through the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH), Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) students can complete both a 4-year high school diploma and a 2-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree at no cost while gaining relevant work experience in a growing field. Upon graduation, P-TECH creates a seamless program for students to acquire the academic skills to complete a 4-year degree, and technical and workplace skills and knowledge that employers need.
Program Features
- High-demand industry pathways: Health Information Management (HIM) OR Hospitality Services Management (HSM)
- Guaranteed mentoring and internships
- Earn your AAS for FREE!
Choose this program if your child...
Health Information Management (HIM)
- Has a strong interest and ability in math and science
- Possesses strong problem-solving skills
- Has data analysis skills
- Is accountable
- Practices discretion and maintains confidentiality
- Exhibits process and detail-oriented skills
- Is a critical thinker
Hospitality Services Management (HSM)
- Has a strong interest and ability in math, communication, and business
- Is flexible and adaptable
- Demonstrates a strong degree of professionalism
- Is detail-oriented
- Has the ability to multitask
- Can deliver customer service skills
- Is a critical thinker
APPLICATION INFO
Who can apply
Rising 9th-grade students must apply online during the PGCPS specialty program application season.
When to apply
During the Specialty Program Application Window.