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Tyler ISD joins school districts across the nation in recognizing Career and Technical Education (CTE) Monthยฎ this February, celebrating the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs and their impact on studentsโ€™ futures.

Nearly 4,400 students at the Career & Technology Center are gaining hands-on experience and earning industry certifications that prepare them for success in high-wage, high-demand careers. Through work-based learning opportunities, students apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings, gaining valuable skills that make them highly competitive in the workforce.

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โ€œIn Tyler ISD, we currently offer 24 programs of study that prepare students for a wide variety of careers, whether they choose to continue their education at the collegiate level or enter directly into the workforce after graduation,โ€ Executive Director of College and Career Dr. Kristen Walls said. โ€œCareer and Technical Education programs are an essential part of preparing students for success in whichever path they choose.โ€

Tyler ISD offers the following CTE Programs of Study:

  • Accounting and Financial Services

  • Animal Science

  • Architecture

  • Automotive: Collision and Repair

  • Automotive Technology: Automotive Services

  • Business Management and Administration

  • Construction: Carpentry

  • Construction: HVAC

  • Cosmetology

  • Culinary Arts

  • Digital Communications: Audio/Video Production

  • Emergency Services: Firefighter

  • Engineering

  • Exercise Science and Wellness

  • Family and Community Services

  • Graphic Design & Multimedia Arts

  • Healthcare Therapeutic

  • Information Technology

  • Law Enforcement

  • Manufacturing Technology

  • Marketing and Sales

  • Plumbing

  • Teaching and Training

  • Welding

Students and families are encouraged to explore the many opportunities available in these fields by checking out the 13 Career Pathways, where they can find resources, class descriptions, and more information about each program.

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For more information, contact Jennifer Hines at Jennifer.Hines@TylerISD.org.