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Career Technical Education Options

CTE Schools and Programs

Vocational, trade, correspondence or specialty schools can be a great way to get the training and education needed for a variety of jobs.

"Learning by Doing" is the core of Vocational Education Training. Practical learning more than theoretical learning is the priority. Students in vocational schools spend significantly more time practicing tangible skills that they will need and can apply to the workplace. The focus of their studies is on acquiring knowledge and competencies that they need to work proficiently in their chosen field.

For some students, these schools may be more appropriate than a public institution. For example, private institutions of music permit a student to specialize more narrowly in the study of music than do public institutions. This is also true in the areas of art, business, modeling, court reporting, computer programming, drafting, fashion designing, etc. Some courses can be completed in nine months, but do not offer the AA (Associate of Arts) degree that a two-year community college course offers. Always investigate the school you are considering to be sure that it is an accredited school that is operated ethically.

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VOCATIONAL & TRADE SCHOOLS

SVCTE
Silicon Valley Career Technical Education for students and adults.
The Arts Institute of Schools
Offering careers in Arts & Technology.
Technical and Vocational School Search
Technical & Vocational School Guide and search engine.

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

Dept. of Industrial Relations
Search available apprenticeship programs by county and occupation.
California Apprenticeship
California Apprenticeship Coordinators Association Search Engine.

CULINARY SCHOOLS

Culinary Institute of America
For more than six decades, the Culinary Institute of America has been setting the standard for excellence in professional culinary education.
Le Cordon Bleu Schools
Schools across the world with the certification of Le Cordon Bleu, strive to provide you with the cooking training and culinary education that is second to none.
International Culinary Center
In 600 hours, the International Culinary Center takes you from basic knife skills through training on every station on the line, providing you with real-world knowledge that will support you in any field of the culinary industry.
School Search Engine
Peterson's Culinary Arts School Search.

DESIGN, VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

Academy of Art University
With state-of-the-art campuses online and in San Francisco, Academy of Art University guides students to professional creative futures, offering accredited degrees in 21 areas of art and design.
Fashion Institute of Design & Manufacturing (FIDM)
FIDM is a specialized, private college dedicated to educating students for the Fashion, Graphics, Interior Design, and Entertainment industries.
School Search Engine
Peterson's Theater School Search.
School Search Engine
National Association of Schools of Art & Design Directory Lists.

CAREER EXPLORATION

Boy Scouts of America: Silicon Valley Monterey Bay Council
Exploring Program: Explore careers in Fire, EMS, and Law Enforcement.

California Community Colleges

Many students will continue their studies at a Community College by attending a 2-year community college to earn an Associate Degree, for additional technical training, or prior to transferring to a 4-year college for their Junior and Senior year (having already completed the general ed requirements at community college).

    To learn more and start your application, please visit: home.cccapply.org

For additional guidance on these options, please contact your School Counselor.

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