Career Technical Education (CTE)

 
Career Technical Education (CTE) integrates rigorous academics with career-based learning and real world workplace experiences.  Alhambra Unified School District provide students with industry relevant learning experiences through career-oriented pathways in the fields such as business, engineering, drafting, transportation, building & construction, information technology, graphic arts, manufacturing, digital photography, food & hospitality, fashion, child development, health care and more. 
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Alhambra Unified School District CTE Programs:
  • Offer high quality curriculum and instruction aligned to the California CTE Model Curriculum Standards
  • Prepare students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in future careers and to become lifelong learners
  • Provide real world 21st century skills that make one career and college ready relevant to today's industry needs
  • Enable students to transition to post-secondary program/training, leading to a career pathway, and attain employment

Our College & Career Center Services at a Glance:  
  • CTE Courses (during the school day and selected courses for after school)
    • Career Technical Education courses can provide students what's needed to succeed for life: technical skills, academic skills, and employability skills.
  • College Credit Courses
    • College credit courses are offered at various high schools taught by college instructors.  Students earn college credits that are transferable to UC/CSU.
  • Industry Professional Guest Speakers
    • Connect with top professionals in various career fields and learn what it takes to be successful.
  • Career Guidance Information
    • Receive information and assistance with resumes, interviewing skills, job search strategies, and Career Cruising.
  • CTE Workforce Development
    • Find out about student internship opportunities.
  • College Readiness Information
    • Speak with Student Ambassadors from local colleges.
  • Workshops
    • Learn about financial aid, college applications, resume writing, interviewing skills, and more!
  • District-Wide Events
    • Don't miss out on the Annual College & Career Fairs.
  • Work Permits & Job Opportunities
  • Field Trip to College Campuses, Work-site Visits
  • Scholarship Opportunities