Students explore business careers and success strategies while learning computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Publisher.

During this time, students become aware of medical terms and definitions and take part in community service projects and field trips.

Health Technology II involves a youth internship program with UPMC hospitals, as well as the exploration of areas such as anesthesiology, emergency medicine, gerontology, nursing and occupational therapy.

The final stage, Health Technology III, links together the high school and the Community College of Allegheny County, offering students the opportunity to enroll and gain credits in at least one college-level course.

Carrick is one of the few city schools to have a theater program, It was a contestant in the 2007 Gene Kelly Awards for a production of Crazy For You.