Career and Technical Education

What is CTE?

CTE Mission

Career Clusters

CTE Today
This fact sheet provides an overview of the value of CTE.

CTE Works!
This fact sheet provides an overview of relevant CTE research across broad themes. Areas of focus include CTE's impact on student academic achievement, dropout rates, adult workforce needs, earnings and employment outcomes, the skills gap and state economies.

What is a Credential?
This fact sheet defines the different types of credentials available to CTE students, including educational certificates, degrees, certifications and government-issued licenses.

CTE for a Strong Economy
This fact sheet explores the changes that have taken place in CTE in recent years, and its benefits to students and the economy in this era of global competitiveness.