Future Ready Students

The Erlanger Institute of Healthcare and Innovation at The Howard School extends our students’ knowledge about the healthcare industry through real-life experiences curated by Erlanger Health System. Students in this Institute have a choice of two different medical pathways: Diagnostic Medicine and Medical Therapeutics.

In Diagnostic Medicine, our students explore the diseases and disorders of the body and work with diagnostic equipment that assist in diagnosing diseases.
In Medical Therapeutics, our students explore the notion of disease treatment, healing, and patient care.

Students will take Health Sciences courses that prepare them for industry certifications like OSHA 10, Stop the Bleed, and Basic Life Support, and work their way to courses and exams that will prepare them for becoming Certified EKG Technicians, Certified Medical Assistants, Certified Nursing Assistants, and Sterile Processing Technicians.  In conjunction with healthcare courses and clinicals, senior students will have the opportunity to enroll in college preparatory classes leading toward collegiate and career pathways.

The Institute of Architecture and Construction at The Howard School prepares our students interested in pursuing careers in the Architecture, Construction, and Engineering industries. Students will develop collaboration, problem-solving, and professional skills through the exploration and completion of authentic problems and projects.

The rigorous Institute curriculum provides our students opportunities for hands-on learning and for applying career, leadership, and personal skills in simulated and real-world environments. Students make use of the VW eLab during their experience here at Howard. The VW eLab is a digital fabrication workspace that offers students the opportunity to engage in authentic experiences with 3D printing, laser engraving/cutting, vinyl cutting, CNC routing, microcomputing, and so much more.

Our students are encouraged to demonstrate mastery of knowledge gained by earning appropriate industry certifications including OSHA-10, AutoCAD User, and participating in SkillsUSA competitions. Upon completion of the program, our students will be prepared for advanced coursework at postsecondary institutions, which lead to careers in Architecture, Construction, and Engineering.

The Institute of Robotics and Welding prepares students for the mechanical industry of advanced manufacturing. The rigorous curriculum and real-world experiences will create students proficient in the areas of mechanics, computer and control systems, components of manufacturing systems, metal fabrication, and safety. Upon completion of this institute, students will be eligible to pursue several industry certifications including OSHA-10, Precision Measurement Instruments Certification, and AWS Sense entry-level welder. Students will also be prepared for advance coursework at postsecondary institutions, which leads to careers as mechanics technicians, electrical technicians, robotic technicians, and mechatronic engineers. 

The See Rock City Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Management at The Howard School expands students’ knowledge about the industry through experiences at local restaurants, hotels, and other attractions in Chattanooga. Students in this Institute have two different pathways: Culinary Arts and Hospitality and Tourism Management. In Culinary Arts, students focus on cooking, food presentation, and safety and sanitation conditions in a kitchen. In the Hospitality and Tourism Management pathways, students learn how customer service can affect the overall presentation of restaurants or businesses. Seniors will be prepared for the exam that leads to a ServSafe Certification or the Hospitality Professional Certification, as well as, work toward prerequisite courses toward collegiate pathways.

Institute School Based Lead:
Kalesha Jones Sands
jones_kalesha@hcde.org