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	What is CTE?   Career & Technical Education (CTE) is a vast number of classes and programs that teaches you the high demand skills needed to get a job, to cross-train for different positions, or retrain for a new career. CTE is designed to prepare high school students to transition successfully to postsecondary education. CTE is designed to help college students acquire the skills and knowledge needed to find gainful employment. And, CTE is designed to help workers acquire job skills in new fields or refresh skills in an existing career path. Why CTE? Because CTE prepares you for more than a good paying job. It is the beginning of a career path. Today's workers are lifelong learners: cutting edge skills aren't cutting edge for long. You need access to formal and informal training opportunities to remain competitive. CTE programs are the solution for securing this training. What are some examples of the technical skills I might learn in a CTE program? CTE teaching is hands on teaching. For example, students in building trades programs learn to read blueprints and understand the international code conventions. Students in medical assisting programs first learn medical terminology and how to calculate drug dosages. And students in web design programs will build websites as part of their class experience.		What is CTE? What Programs are Available? How Do I Get Started?
	What subjects does CTE cover? Agriculture Business Economics & Finance Family & Consumer Sciences Health Science Information Technology Marketing Technology & Engineering Trade & Technical How is a CTE class different from other classes? CTE training approximates real workplace situations, giving you real life experiences. If you are training to become an auto mechanic, you will work on engines and auto bodies under the direction of an ASE certified instructor. If you are in a dental or nursing program, part of your instruction will include time spent in a doctor's office or clinic. Or if you are an interior design student, you'll with practicing interior designers. Should I start CTE in high school or is it better to wait until I graduate? YES! Don't wait! There are actually a few advantages to starting CTE in high school. For one thing, high school students don't pay CTE tuition. And taking CTE classes in high school is a great way to explore different career paths. Enroll in CTE classes in high school to learn skills that will help you in college and in a career. Is CTE an option for college-bound students? Absolutely. CTE is essential for all students, providing you with a foundation of academic knowledge and essential technical skills. CTE courses and programs introduce you to career options including careers that require college education. Where are CTE programs offered? In Utah, CTE programs are offered in all 109 high schools, all 141 middle schools, and 10 colleges. When can I start a CTE program? Many CTE programs follow a school year calendar: new classes start in August or January, or June, and run for a certain number of weeks. Other CTE programs are called open-entry programs where you can start a program just about any day of the year, then finish classes on your time schedule. Ask your CTE director about these different registration options. How much do CTE programs cost? High school students don't pay CTE tuition (although some programs may have fees for materials). Adult students are charged a base tuition based on the number of hours of training they will receive and, for certain programs, a fee to cover the costs of equipment or material needs. How can I learn more about CTE? Talk to your high school counselor or college advisor. Also, click through this website. You will find program descriptions, including student testimonials, and contact information for CTE programs in your area. Return to Top
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