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About Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Career and Technical Education (CTE) in Fairfax County Public Schools is composed of six program areas: Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Marketing, Technology Education and Engineering, and Trade and Industrial Education. By enrolling in a Career and Technical Education course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment.
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Programs
- Academies
- Business and Information Technology
- Family and Consumer Sciences
- Health and Medical Sciences
- Marketing
- Technology and Engineering Education
- Trade and Industrial Education
Year in Review
Articulation and Dual Enrollment
Articulation agreements allow students to take certain Career and Technical Education classes in high school and receive advanced placement credit. For articulation agreements currently existing, see specific course offerings under the respective program areas. For additional information see the Articulation and Dual Enrollment website.
Certifications and Licensures
Many CTE courses prepare students for industry certification opportunities. Students who desire this professional credential must pass an industry-developed, industry-evaluated exam at the end of the CTE course. Earning an industry certification demonstrates the professional skill level the student has achieved and provides industry-recognized proof that the student is prepared for career-related responsibilities or post-secondary education or training. The Virginia Board of Education has approved many exams for the purpose of awarding verified credit, specifically designated as “Student-Selected Verified Credit.”
- List of Certifications and Licensures
- For additional information see Industry Certifications
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Career and Technical Education (CTE)
CTE Management Team and Contacts
CTE Programs:
Business and Information Technology
Technology and Engineering Education
Trade and Industrial Education
Contact:
Beth Downey
Coordinator, CTE
571-423-4526