Career and Technical Education (CTE) is a modern approach to higher education and training. With 17 career pathways to choose from and hundreds of short-term, in-demand programs available, you can launch a career or make a change, fast.
With rapid credentialing, all you have to do is align your interests to a pathway and enroll at one of Florida’s 28 Florida College System institutions or 48 technical colleges. From classroom to career in 20 weeks – it’s that simple.
CTE builds a strong foundation for a mid- to high-wage job. With each of the 17 career pathways, you have the opportunity to get there faster and affordably as many programs are designed as 20 weeks or less. You can learn a new skill, become an entrepreneur, or get a job and continue your education while stacking your credentials into an Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s or beyond.
With 48 technical colleges and 28 state colleges spanning the state of Florida, there’s somewhere and something for everyone. Learn 21st century and emerging skills you will use throughout your career at a college near you.
Your future begins with a choice. A first step in the right direction. A move towards success. Hear how others transformed their lives through CTE.
With CTE, you end up with a clear career path and marketable skills. It also can accelerate you into a college or university degree program. These resources can help you find the path that appeals most to you.
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