Houston STEM and Career Academy

Opening in August 2027

The 150.000 square-foot facility will open doors to students in the fall of 2027. The school is located on Highway 41 at Crestview Church Road. Funded by the state, county, and the District's local capital outlay program, the school will feature 35 classrooms and have a competition gym available for large events such as FIRST Robotics.

The school will prepare students for future jobs, offering hands-on training in fields such as cybersecurity, engineering, healthcare, and robotics. Through the pathways available, our goals is to equip students for success amid a competitive job market and provide a local pipeline into in-demand industries. 

Allied Health Pathways

In August 2027, the Allied Health Wing of the Houston STEM and Career Academy will open its doors to students from across our district. This innovative facility will offer eighteen specialized pathways, designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in the medical field.

On this website, you can explore each pathway in detail. Each page outlines the credential earned, required clinical hours, prerequisites, and the number of students accepted from each high school.

Because these programs are hands-on and clinically based, space will be limited when the school opens in August of 2027. We anticipate only two to four students per high school will be accepted per pathway.

Programs that lead to a degree, diploma, or Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) through Central Georgia Technical College are full credential programs, not just exploratory pathways. While the term “pathway” is sometimes used to describe a sequence of courses, these programs are designed to result in the completion of a recognized credential. Once students complete the program, they are prepared to enter the workforce with qualifications that lead to real career opportunities and livable wages.

We encourage parents and students to review the pathway information carefully and work with your counselor to ensure students are registered for the prerequisites needed in the 2026-2027 school year.

We look forward to welcoming the next generation of healthcare leaders to the Houston STEM and Career Academy.

Cardiovascular Technology
Echocardiography
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Hemodialysis Technology
Medical Assisting
Medical Laboratory Technology
Nurse Aide (CNA)
Orthopedic Technology
Pharmacy Technology
Phlebotomy Technician
Polysomnography Technology
Practical Nursing (LPN)
Radiologic Technology (RAD)
Respiratory Therapy
Sports Medicine
Surgical Technology
Ultrasound Technology

Additional Pathways

Our STEM and Career Academy will continue to grow as it opens and evolves. While detailed information is currently available for our Allied Health pathways, additional programs—including engineering, robotics, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence—are in development. We are excited to expand these offerings and provide even more opportunities for students in the future. This page will be updated as new pathway information becomes available, so we encourage you to check back often for the latest updates.

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