Programs
Maryland College and Career Programs' Research Basis
All ACE programs provide college and career lessons based on demonstrated best practices. Our curriculums rely on research in education and evidence-based approaches. ACE programs support the goals and standards of
- Federal No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)
- National Career Development Guidelines
- National Educational Technology Standards
- Maryland Technology Literacy Standards
- National Standards in K-12 Finance Education
- National Standards for English/Language Arts
- National Health Education Standards
- National Standards for Arts Education
- National Visual Arts Standards
Customized
Career and Education Programs in Maryland
ACE programs are fully adaptable to the individual needs of the community and participants. We provide customized college and career curriculum development specific to the needs of participants at any age and/or grade level. ACE is also expert at the creation of new curriculums. All ACE college and career programs can be delivered through existing educational centers, community-based organizations, schools or independent internet-based study.
Maryland Career Preparation Programs
The Comprehensive Career Entry Preparation Program takes each student through the steps for selecting the career pathway that will lead them to success after high school.
Maryland College Preparation Programs
The Comprehensive College Entry Preparation Program provides students with a structured approach to the college entry process.
Maryland College Testing Programs
The Straightforward Strategies for SAT Success course provides students with strategies that enable them to perform their best on the SAT and other college tests.
Maryland Student Transition Readiness
The Transition Readiness Preparation Program provides students with the skills necessary to successfully achieve independence through Academic, Emotional and Logistical Readiness for their chosen post-secondary education and/or career pathway.
Technology Literacy in Maryland
The Technology Literacy Program provides students with the basic technical concepts and skills necessary to succeed in school, careers and independence.
Digital Art in Maryland
The Digital Art Program presents participants with information and skills covering both traditional and digital art media for those interested in recreational pursuits and/or a potential career path.
STEPs to Success Seminars
The STEPs to Success Seminars are designed for high school students and/or their parents or guardians to learn the basic STEPs for college entry, career entry and/or the financial aid process.
Maryland Summer Programs
All ACE curriculums can be presented as Maryland Summer Programs for schools or community centers. We also provide our programs for independent internet-based summer study.
Alliance for Career and Education Maryland Programs
- Transition Readiness Preparation
- College Entry Preparation
- Straightforward Strategies for SAT Success
- Career Entry Preparation
- Internship & Job Placement Assistance
- Technology Literacy
- Digital Art
- STEPs to Success Seminars
- Summer Programs




