Defining CTE
This term refers to multiyear course sequences integrating academic and technical knowledge, preparing students for postsecondary education and careers.
What is Career Technical Education (CTE)?
CTE pathways are informed by this type of market information and are guided by the Governor’s Master Plan.
What is Labor Market Information (LMI)?
This type of learning includes internships, student-led enterprises, and industry certifications to prepare students for careers.
What is work-based learning?
Name one key element of a high-quality CTE program that ensures alignment with postsecondary success and labor market needs.
What is labor market alignment (or funding sources like Perkins V, CTEIG, etc.)?
To complete a CTE pathway, students must finish a two-course sequence culminating in this type of course with a grade of C- or better.
What is a capstone course?
These programs offer students structured learning experiences that lead directly to apprenticeships and often include hands-on training.
What are pre-apprenticeships?
CTE includes this many industry sector pathways recognized in California.
What are 15 industry sector pathways?
This type of teacher is required to instruct CTE pathway courses.
What is a CTE-credentialed teacher?
This indicator measures how prepared students are for college and careers, including participation in CTE pathways.
What is the Career Readiness Indicator?
CTE programs are often funded through sources like Perkins V, but this local funding plan also supports CTE initiatives.
What is LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan)?
Name one type of data system used in California to track CTE course completion and grant reporting.
What is CALPADS?
Name one type of certification or credential students can earn through CTE that demonstrates career readiness.
What is an industry certification?
List one of the 12 elements of a high-quality CTE program.
What is rigorous curriculum and instruction, or partnerships with industry, etc.?
CTE pathways can be aligned with these types of enrollment programs, allowing high school students to earn college credit.
What are dual or concurrent enrollment programs?
These learning experiences combine academic knowledge with technical skills and are critical in transitioning students from school to the workforce.
What are internships or student-led enterprises?