Academy of Finance
The Academy of Finance (AOF) is an opportunity in Career and Technology Education that offers students career training in finance information technology. This nationally recognized program provides an industry-specific curriculum and teacher training so that students may receive the most current instruction possible. The Academy programs include local businesses in partnership with PHS to provide internships for students that meet AOF requirements. Upon successful completion of the program, students receive special recognition. Completion of this extraordinary academy offers an impressive credential for one’s resume.
An application is required for entrance into the Finance Academy.
The program course requirements include:
| 11th grade | 12th grade |
| Banking and Financial Systems - 1/2 credit (Fall semester) |
International Business with Internship - 1 credit or Business Education Career Prep. I - 3 credits or Marketing Dynamics Career Prep I - 3 credits |
| Securities & Insurance - 1/2 credit (Spring Semester) |
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| Accounting I - 1 credit | Accounting II - 1 credit |