Importance of CTE

Why is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Important?

CTE programs play a vital role in helping students:

• Develop essential skills to achieve their occupational goals

• Prepare for a wide range of career opportunities

• Earn nationally recognized industry certifications

CTE programs offer:

• Practical, hands-on instruction that connects education with real-world career experiences

• A rigorous and relevant education that equips today's youth with the skills needed for high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand careers