CTE provides quality educational programs emphasizing core academics, technical skills, and postsecondary & hands-on learning opportunities. Our goal is to better prepare all students, including special populations, to meet the challenges of the workforce, economic growth, and emerging new occupations.

CTE courses are offered throughout D49 at six high schools and four middle schools. CTE students receive a rigorous, relevant education with opportunities to learn valuable skills for life and earn professional industry certifications and college credit.

Today's cutting-edge, rigorous, relevant career and technical education courses prepare students for a wide range of high-wage, high-skill, high-demand careers. CTE provides students with:

• Academic subject matter taught with relevance to the real world
• Employability skills, from job-related skills to workplace essential skills
• Education pathways that help students explore interests and careers through school

APPLY NOW: Complete this short CTE application online.

Colorado CTE provides quality educational programs emphasizing core academic content, postsecondary & workforce readiness, technical skills, and a seamless transition to further education or employment.