Career & Technology Education
St. Mary’s County Schools' Career and Technology Education (CTE) programs are designed to provide students with 21st Century Skills in preparation for the workplace and/or a seamless transition to a post-secondary education experience. Students enrolled in CTE course are exposed to a wide range of current and emerging technologies, work-based learning opportunities, and extended classroom experiences bring each class to life. Today, more than ever, employers want to hire entry-level employees who can hit the ground running. This is where career and technical education comes in. CTE is a broad term for education that combines academic and technical skills with the knowledge and training needed to succeed in today’s labor market. CTE doesn’t replace academic learning; it complements traditional education by helping students at every level while developing practical skills. High-quality CTE programming links secondary and postsecondary education in a sequenced series of courses, aligns curriculum with industry-validated standards, and provides hands-on, with opportunities to work-based learning experiences that enable students to apply their skills.
Individualized Programs
To build the capacities and capabilities of all students, CTE offers an individualized program of study through the CRD Pathway.