This framework is designed for students to gain insight and skills and credentials necessary for success in this field, including the essential credentials. This program may not operate without MA Chapter 74 state approval.: Coming Soon
This framework will be available for public comment once the standards and Industry Recognized Credentials are posted.
Standards - Coming Soon
Standards are critical areas of competency aligned to industry identified needs and Industry Recognized Credentials (IRCs) that will support student success in the field. Standards provide the structure that empowers the teacher to choose the best curriculum and instructional approaches to guide skill and knowledge development for students. The standards below are crosswalked with the Essential Industry Credentials.
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Industry Recognized Credentials
Industry Recognized Credentials demonstrate standards and skills that strengthen student access to careers upon graduation. Each framework identifies at least one essential safety and essential industry credential, with supplemental and specialized credentials identified to help expand opportunities.
The following resources are provided to support educators in developing curriculum and delivering instruction related to this framework. For CTE Chapter 74 programs, instructors can refer to these resources in developing the 900+ hours of required learning time.
Math Lessons: The following Math Lesson and Teachers Guide provide an illustration of how a specific math concept is used in the context of career application.
Aviation Maintenance Technician-Related Career Massachusetts Outlook
Roles listed below are career pathways from the essential credentials identified in this framework. Current Jobs are the sum of those jobs in the workforce at the time of analysis, median wage reflects all wages for the job title, and new jobs are the number of newly created positions in the field year over year.
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging and Systems