Program Description

Howard's Academy of Finance offers a three-year program of study for approximately 75 high school students interested in pursuing careers and post-secondary education in the financial services field. The specialized curriculum, developed with industry professionals, is taught in the classroom and practiced in the workplace. Beginning in the 10th grade, Academy students spend half of each school day taking a full range of academic courses, learning economic and business principles as well as practical skills for the workplace such as human relations, business communications, and job readiness.

Howard's Academy is affiliated with the National Academy Foundation (NAF), a non-profit organization that sustains a national network of career academies to prepare youth for personal and professional success. Students may earn college credit through Tech Prep Agreements. Students may also test for Principles of Banking certification through the American Institute of Banking.

Employment opportunities following high school graduation: Bookkeepers, customer service representatives, payroll clerks, bank tellers, account clerks, credit analysts, financial product representatives, and insurance.

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Last updated 10/2011