The Future of Career Success

Combining academic programs with real hands-on learning, Career and Technical Education (CTE) provides its students with many different paths to the future. Some go on to college, others go right into a career. All have started to achieve the occupational and 21st Century skills so important in building a successful life and career.  There is a skill gap in the workforce today with millions of CTE ready jobs waiting for you to learn the trade and apply.

30+ Million
​CTE Jobs​

There are about 30 million “good jobs”—jobs that pay a median income of $55,000 or more and require education below a bachelor’s degree.

Learn Desired Success Skills

Success skills such as work ethic, effective communication,  and creative problem solving are sought after by employers at all professional levels.  CTE places high focus on these skills in real world environments.

High Need of CTE Trades

89% of manufacturers face talent shortages, with 60% reporting a high or very high impact on productivity.  This number is only increasing.

Our Programs

CTE is
learning that works for America.

CTE  LEADERSHIP  TEAM

Delmer Padgett 

Director of Career and Technical Edu.
​607-257-1551, ext. 2002
dpadgett@tstboces.org
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