CTE Programs
Explore Our Programs by Industry Sector
Advanced Manufacturing
The Advanced Manufacturing sector includes traditional manufacturing work in addition to jobs and careers dedicated to customization, scalability, and technologies that improve the entire manufacturing process.
Advanced Transportation and Renewables
The Advanced Transportation and Renewables sector spans a broad section of jobs from established automotive mechanical work to careers pushing the leading edge in transportation technologies.
Agriculture, Water and Environmental Technologies
When most people think about agriculture, they might only envision farming or ranching. But modern agriculture and its associated sciences touch every aspect of American society – from health and safety to security and environmental sustainability.
Energy, Construction and Utilities
As our global population grows, so does the need for energy, construction and utilities. Which means demand for these careers looks to be on a continuing upward trend.
- STRIPE Pre-apprenticeship
- Apprenticeships
- Design & Engineering Technology
- Solar Energy Technology
- Welding Technology
Global Trade and Logistics
A supply chain is a system of organizations, activities, technologies and resources that help move a product or service from supplier to customer. This includes sourcing, procurement, conversion and all logistics-related activities.
Health
Healthcare employment refers to careers in hospitals, ambulatory services, nursing and residential care facilities, and more.
Information and Communication Technologies and Digital Media
There are few industries as dynamic, fluid and exciting as Information Communications Technologies (ICT) and Digital Media. Every technology, industry, and job employs ICT and Digital Media in some fashion. Think of it as encompassing all converging computer, software, design, networking, telecommunications, Internet, programming, and information systems technologies.
Life Sciences & Biotech
Life Sciences and Biotechnology refers to a group of diverse industries with a common link – they all employ biological scientific knowledge and processes to further their pursuits.
Public Safety and Service
Students looking for a career that allows them to be involved in their community and work in making a difference not only directly with their community but their fellow citizens will find that foundation in the Public Services Sector.
Retail, Hospitality and Tourism
The Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism sector generates over $500 billion annually. As such a massive engine in the California economy, this sector provides great opportunity for career exploration and advancement.
Small Business
The entrepreneurial spirit in California has never been more alive and well than in our current climate. And California Community Colleges are further fueling that spirit with programs and career pathways that prepare students be their own bosses.