Agriculture Business, Marketing, and Communications
- Recordkeeping
- Fiscal Analysis
- Budgeting
- Marketing
- Sales and Service
- International Agriculture
- Ag Communications
- Precision Agriculture
- Food Production Chain (i.e. production to consumer)
- Financing and Credit
- Understanding Cost Analysis
- Computer Functionality and Use
- Understanding Futures, Options and Price Protection
- Utilizing Non-Traditional Marketing (e.g. Internet, Farmer's Markets, Branded Products, Direct Distribution)
- Utilizing Government Programs and Resources
- American Agriculture Policy (e.g. Farm Bill)
- Rural Economic Development
- Principles of Advertising, Promotion and Sales
- Business Communications and Job Application Proficiency
- Successful Interviewing Techniques
- Planning Marketing and Public Relations Campaigns
- International Outreach and Communication
- Personal Leadership Development
- Agricultural Agencies and Information Transfer
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Agriculture Mechanics
- General Ag Shop Operations and Safety
- Building Construction
- Metal Fabrication
- Wood Construction
- Concrete Construction
- Plumbing
- Wiring
- Land Surveying
- Power Technology
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Auto Body
- General Auto Body Shop/Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice- pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment involved
- Metalworking Techniques
- Welding
- Repair Cost Estimating
- Plastic Repair
- Painting and Refinishing
- Glass Removal and Installation
- Body Parts Repair and Replacement
- Frame Alignment - Conventional & Unitized Body
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Automotive Technology
- General Automotive Shop/Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to individual Automotive Processes and Procedures
- NATEF Automotive Standards
- Engine Components
- Automotive Diagnostic Equipment and Test Procedures
- Precision Measurement
- Brake Systems
- Cooling Systems
- Air Conditioning
- Fuel Systems
- Emission Control Systems
- Electrical and Electronic Systems
- Drive train – including transmission, transaxle, and differential components
- Steering Systems
- Suspension Systems
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Aviation
- Aircraft and Aviation Safety
- Aerodynamics
- Gyroscopic Instruments
- Magnetic Compass
- Engine Operation
- Fuel System
- Induction System
- Electrical System
- Weight & Balance
- Aeronautical Charts
- Navigation Methods
- Flight Planning
- Principles of Weather
- FAA Regulations
- Preflight Briefing
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Building Maintenance (As Related to Custodial Duties)
- General Building Safety, Custodial Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment and chemicals involved
- Approved Custodial Practice
- Custodial Equipment
- Floor Maintenance
- Carpet Maintenance
- Window Maintenance
- General Building Maintenance
- Restroom Maintenance
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Building Trades
- General Shop/Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment involved
- State and Local Building Codes - commercial and residential
- Blueprint Reading
- Cabinetry
- Carpentry
- Construction
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration - HVAC
- Electrical Wiring
- Masonry - including bricklaying, stonemason, and concrete work
- Plumbing
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Computer Coding
An instructor endorsed in Computer Coding will:
- Hold a Class 1 or 2 license; and,
- Provide verification of successful completion of a blended learning professional development course of at least 80 hours by a provider recognized by the Office of Public Instruction and the Board of Public Education.
Culinary Arts
An instructor endorsed in Culinary Arts will have a basic knowledge including all areas and exhibit expertise in a majority of the topics for the appropriate classroom levels:
Middle School Classes
- Healthy food choices
- Teenage nutrition
- Basic food preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Kitchen safety
Freshman and Sophomore Classes
- Teen Nutrition
- Personal weight management
- Kitchen sanitation and safety
- Food preparation skills
- Family meal preparation
Junior and Senior Classes
- Must focus on a career option
- Advanced food preparation skills
- Regional American foods/foreign foods
- Meal management family/business
- Entrepreneurship in the foods area
- Pro Start
- Restaurant and Hospitality Food Service
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Diesel Mechanics
- General Shop/Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment involved
- Diesel Theory
- Two Cycle Diesel Engines
- Four Cycle Diesel Engines
- Diesel Diagnostic Equipment and Test Procedures
- Brake Systems
- Cooling Systems
- Air Conditioning
- Hydraulic Systems
- Fuel Systems
- Emission Control Systems
- Electrical and Electronic Systems
- Drive train – including transmission, transaxle, and differential components
- Steering Systems
- Suspension Systems
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Drafting
- General Drafting Lab Safety
- Manual Drafting Methods
- Computer Aided Drafting
- Architectural Drafting
- Technical Drafting
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Electronics
- General Electronics Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment involved
- Electronics Industry Standards
- Electrical Engineering Design
- Interpretation of Electronic Schematics
- Diagnostic & Test Equipment
- Circuitry
- Control Systems
- Instrumentation
- Electromagnetics
- Power Generation & Transmission Systems
- Computer Electronics - Microprocessing
- Industrial Robot Control Systems
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
An instructor endorsed as an Emergency Medical Technician will:
- Hold a Class 1 or 2 license; and,
- Hold a current CPR/First Aid certificate and a current license as a lead instructor obtained through the Montana Board of Medical Examiners (regulated under ARM 24.156.27); and,
- Provide verification of 2,000 hours of EMT experience; and,
- Provide verification of successful completion of a blended learning professional development course offered by the Office of Public Instruction.
- In addition to renewal requirements outlined in ARM 10.57.420, renewal of this endorsement will also require a current CPR/First Aid certificate and a current license as a lead instructor obtained through the Montana Board of Medical Examiners.
Class 4A, 4B, or 4C Engineering
Currently 5-12 grade Industrial Technology Education teachers (13S ITE) have the background to teach CADD, robotics and automation, foundation of technology, energy foundation, and introductory engineering, but may lack the upper level physical science and/or mathematics background for advanced engineering courses. LEAs have the right to determine the level of courses taught with the 13S ITE endorsement or may ask for assistance from the CTE Division for ascertaining appropriate courses.
The creation of a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Endorsement for Engineering is to allow for the inclusion of:
- Licensed engineers wishing to enter the teaching field; and
- Secondary math and/or science teachers endorsed in specific engineering courses in Montana public schools. The local school district may choose to offer engineering classes under the teacher’s current academic license, but would be ineligible to use Carl D. Perkins funds for their engineering program.
Licensed Engineers
- Licensed engineers may apply for a Class 4B endorsement. Engineers holding a professional license will be endorsed to teach all engineering courses including all “Project Lead the Way (PLTW)” course offerings, but must attend PLTW Core Training.
- A licensed engineer that also has a secondary license in an academic area can apply for a Class 4A Endorsement.
Secondary Math or Physical Science Teachers
Teachers with secondary math or physical science licensure may apply for a Class 4A Engineering Endorsement if they are going to teach any of the “Project Lead the Way (PLTW)” courses, but must attend PLTW Core Training prior to applying for the endorsement.
- PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design
- PLTW Principles of Engineering (must attend PLTW Core Training)
- PLTW Digital Electronics (must attend PLTW Core Training)
- PLTW Aerospace Engineering
- PLTW Civil Engineering & Architecture
- PLTW Computer Integrated Manufacturing
- PLTW Engineering Design & Development
Additional applicable courses offered under an engineering endorsement are:
- Applied Physics (Physical Science teacher recommended)
Other engineering courses will need approval of the MT Superintendent of Schools to be eligible for these Engineering Endorsements.
**An engineering degree and license in any engineering discipline (I.E. Agricultural, Architectural, Chemical, Biomedical, Civil, Control Systems, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Fire Protection, Industrial, Metallurgical and Materials, Mechanical, Mining and Mineral, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Nuclear, Petroleum, and Structural, etc.) are required.
Also required:
- Proof of the successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (a person is not considered to be an “engineer intern” or “engineer in training” until passing this exam.
- Proof of the successful completion of the Principles and Practice of Engineering Exam, which is Discipline Specific
- 10,000 hours of work experience in all of the following areas
- Product Design
- Research and Development
- Systems Management
- Computer Technology
- Practice of General Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Fire & Disaster Services
An instructor endorsed in Fire and Disaster Services will:
- Hold a Class 1 or 2 license; and,
- Provide verification of a minimum of 2,000 hours of employment in fire services or law enforcement; and,
- Provide verification of successful completion of a blended learning professional development course offered by the Office of Public Instruction.
Graphic Arts
An instructor endorsed in Graphic Design (Arts) will have a working knowledge including all areas of design from digital production to pre-press production.
- General Lab Knowledge and safety practices pertaining to the field and tools/equipment relevant to the application
- Working knowledge and application of industry standard software to include:
- Photo
- Vector
- Page Layout
- Web Interactive
- An understanding of the medias available for output to include multimedia solutions
- Typography (hierarchy and style)
- Elements of Art and Principles of Design as they apply to visual design and layout pertaining specifically to composition and aesthetics
- Illustration
- Communication skills applied to design as well as collaborative interdisciplinary applications
- Photography and photo editing/manipulation
- Knowledge of file types and extensions as applied to prepress packaging and export of finished media
- Knowledge of writing copy and word editing
- Understanding of the print production industry when applied to production
- Social, Commercial, Business, and Industrial Design
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Health Science Education
An instructor endorsed in Health Occupations will have experience and knowledge including one or more of the following areas:
- Athletic Trainer/Trainer
- Audiologist
- Chiropractor
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Dental Hygienist
- Dental Lab Technician
- Dentist
- Dietician
- Exercise Physiologist
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
- Kinesiotherapy/Kinesiotherapist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science – Radiation Therapist
- Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Occupational Therapist
- Optometrist
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy
- Pathologist
- Pharmacy Technician
- Pharmacy
- Paramedicine
- Physician Assistant
- Physical Therapist/Physical Therapy Assistant
- Physician (MD/DO)
- Physician’s Assistant
- Radiologic Technology/Science Radiographer
- Respiratory Therapist
- Surgical Tech
- Veterinarian
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Heavy Equipment Operations
- General Shop/Worksite Safety & Related Environmental Issues.
- Specific Safety Practices - pertaining to the Operation and Maintenance of each piece of equipment involved in the instruction.
- Because of the large variety of heavy duty equipment available, individual types of equipment will not be listed, but will be categorized as wheeled, tracked, portable and stationary related to the following areas of business:
- Agriculture
- Construction
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Mining
- Petrochemical
- Pipeline
- Railroad
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Horticulture
- Greenhouse Management and Production
- Nursery Management and Production
- Floriculture
- Landscaping
- Turfgrass Management and Production
- Horticulture Food Crop Production
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Industrial Mechanics
- General Electronics Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment involved
- Blueprint Reading
- Schematic Reading
- Electrical/Electronics
- Machinery Troubleshooting
- Diagnostic Equipment & Test Procedures
- Hydraulic Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Machinery Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Lubrication Systems
- Calibration of Automated Systems
- Equipment/Machinery Installation
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Livestock Production
- Livestock Care and Management
- Veterinary Care
- Production
- Sales and Service
- Feeding and Nutrition
- Artificial Insemination, Embryo Transfer and Reproduction
- Livestock Equipment and Facilities
- Livestock Processing and Marketing
- Livestock Handling and Safety
- Animal Breeds and Genetics
- Health and Pharmaceutical Protocol
- Entomology and Parasitology
- Livestock Products and By-Products
- Food Production and Safety
- Heat Detection and Artificial Insemination
- Meat Identification and Evaluation
- Live Animal Identification and Evaluation
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Machining
- General Machine Shop/Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment involved
- Machining Operations and Theory
- Bench Metal Operations
- Blueprint Reading
- Layout Procedures
- Precision Measurement
- Metallurgy
- Grinding Procedures
- Fixture and Jig Set-up
- Lathe Operation
- Milling Machine Operation
- Drill Press Operation
- Computer Numerical Control - CNC
- Computer Aided Manufacturing - CAM
- Other machining processes are used in industry but may not be common in secondary education settings
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Plant and Soil Sciences
- Crop Identification and Production
- Agronomic Practices
- Forage Production
- Grazing Management
- Plant Genetics and Breeding
- Plant Physiology
- Precision Agriculture and GPS Applications in Agriculture
- Soil Fertility and Amendments
- Weed Management and Control
- American Agricultural Policy (e.g. Farm Bill)
- Agriculture Machinery and Equipment
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
ROTC
To qualify for a ROTC instructor endorsement, the applicant must provide evidence of certification by the appropriate branch of the US military and successful completion of a criminal background check pursuant to ARM 10.57.201A.
A Class 4A or 4B license with a ROTC endorsement may be renewed every five years with resubmission or certification by the appropriate branch of the US military. (This endorsement is not applicable to a Class 4C license).
If you meet the qualifications, please complete the class 4 application found at the bottom of the Class 4 Homepage. Be sure to include the ROTC certification, which you obtain from your commanding officer.
Small Engines (a.k.a. Power Equipment Technology)
- General Shop/Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to each area and the tools/equipment involved
- Basic Hand Tools
- Internal Combustion Engine Theory
- Four-Cycle Engine
- Two Cycle Engine
- Precision Measuring
- Diagnostic Equipment and Test Procedures
- Ignition Systems
- Fuel Systems
- Emission Control Systems
- Governor Operation
- Cooling Systems
- Lubrication Systems
- Transmissions
- Engine Rebuild Procedures
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Stagecraft
An instructor endorsed in Theater Arts will have a working knowledge including all areas of stagecraft (lights sound sets costume and make up) and all phases of production implementation. Admission to IATSE as a member in good standing or USITT with a proven production record would be preferable. The candidate should have proven track experience on general crew calls or self-employment in productions and should have thorough training in general shop/Lab Safety & related Environmental issues pertaining to theater production and exhibit expertise in the majority of the following areas:
- Specific Safety Practice – pertaining to theatrical production and procedures.
- State and Local Fire Codes as pertaining to theatrical production and auditoriums.
- Federal State and Local Electrical codes as pertaining to theatrical production (especially for lighting and set practical).
- State and Local building codes as pertaining to set and construction and performer / audience safety.
- Knowledge of Theatrical hierarchy and crew structure.
- Blueprint / Plot / Plan reading.
- Stage Carpentry / construction.
- Technical Direction.
- Working knowledge of crew work on sets, props, electrics, costumes, make up, and craft services.
- Knowledge of Basic Electronic Circuits and troubleshooting as pertaining to lights sets and sound systems.
- Set / Drop painting technique and paint procedures.
- Basic cutting / stitching.
- Basic make up design and implementation.
- Crew position tasks and responsibilities.
- Collaborative planning and execution of design tasks.
- Proven design and implementation of Light, Set, Sound, costume and Make up designs.
- Portfolio and Resume design and preparation specific to technical theater.
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Teacher Education
An instructor endorsed in Teacher Education will:
- Hold a Class 1 or 2 license; and,
- Provide verification of successful completion of 5 years of professional experience as a licensed educator.
Video and Filmmaking
An instructor endorsed in Video and Filmmaking will have a working knowledge including all areas of video planning and implementation and exhibit expertise in the majority of the following areas:
- Specific Safety Practice – pertaining to video production and procedures.
- State and Local Fire Codes as pertaining to video production and auditoriums.
- Federal State and Local Electrical codes as pertaining to video production (especially for lighting and set practical).
- State and Local building codes as pertaining to set and construction and performer / audience safety.
- Knowledge of video crew hierarchy and structure.
- Blueprint / Plot / Plan reading.
- Video Carpentry / construction.
- Technical Direction.
- Knowledge of Basic Electronic Circuits and troubleshooting as pertaining to video signal chain, lights sets and sound systems.
- Camera operation and maintenance.
- Scripting / planning for video production.
- Video Lighting and safety.
- Teleprompter use.
- Video signal chain – studio and field.
- Audio techniques for video and post production.
- Be familiar with NTSC standards both analogue and digital.
- Scripting and Storyboarding.
- NLE and A/B roll editing.
- Portfolio and Resume design and preparation specific to Video Production.
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.
Welding
- General Machine Shop/Lab Safety & Related Environmental Issues
- Specific Safety Practice - pertaining to individual Welding/Cutting Processes
- American Welding Society Standards - AWS
- ANSI/AWS Welding Symbols
- Metal Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Layout Procedures
- Power Supplies
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding - SMAW (stick or electric arc)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - GTAW (TIG)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding – GMAW (MIG)
- Flux Core Arc Welding - FCAW
- Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting - OAW and OAC (OFC)
- Plasma Cutting – PAC
- Other welding processes are used in industry but may not be common in secondary education settings.
If you have at least 10,000 hours (5 years or more) of experience including all or most of the skills listed above please complete the Class 4 application.