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Families

89% of parents want more career education in H.S.

While enrolled in CTE, students learn if a future career is a good fit for them while still in high school. This can be compared to paying for tuition, and maybe not knowing that the chosen major/career isn't a good fit until a last semester internship, college graduation, or even their first job.
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Parents and Students are 3x more satisfied with CTE experience.

CTE Students and their parents are 3X more likely to self-report being very satisfied with learning real world skills than students with a traditional high school experience.
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60% of the hardest to
​fill positions require a
​CTE background

Students learn if a future career is a good fit for them while in high school than in college when they are paying for tuition and may not know they don't like the chosen major/career until a last semester internship or college graduation.

Earn High School Credits 

Students have the oppurtunity to earn up to 7 credits towards graduation for their Career and Tech program. Additional courses, such as math, science and physical education, may be added to individual student’s schedules, depending on interest.
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Integrated Academic Credits

Students can earn 1 credit of engling, 1 credit of math and 1 credit of science towards graduation by enrolling in the majority of the Career and Tech programs.  These credits are earned through applying math and science related concepts throughout their Career and Technical field of study.

Earn College Credits

Several CTE programs offer the opportunity to earn college credits from SUNY Sullivan through a program called concurrent enrollment.  Students receive a transcript that can be transmitted to the college of their choice upon completion of the program.  The number of credits that can be earned ranges from 3-9 depending on the course.  Click the button below to see which programs offer concurrent enrollment.
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Industry Certifications

Most Career and Tech courses offer industry certifications in their chosen field.  These certifications can be obtained by successfully completing the Career and Tech program, attaining required technical skills, and passing written and/or practical examinations.  Students can use these certificates for direct employment and/or for career advancement.
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Articulation Agreements

All Career and Tech programs have at least one articulation agreement with a college or university in their related field of study.  These agreements allow students advanced placement and/or college credit for their CTE education.
College/Universities include:

  • Alfred State
  • SUNY Delhi
  • SUNY Morrisville
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Internships and Employment Skills

​Students will learn the technical, communication and interpersonal skills necessary to be successful upon graduation.  Internships provide students with experience in their chosen field, in addition to making valuable connections with employers in our area.  Many employers hire Career and Tech students who participate in internships in their place of business.

Student Recognition

All Career and Tech students are eligible to attain Honor Roll, High Honor Roll, and awards for their achievements.  Second year students will receive their Completer Certificate upon successful completion of their Career and Tech Program at the annual ceremony.  Students may earn their NYS Career and Technical Endorsement upon completion of their program.
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Leadership Opportunities

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SkillsUSA

Students are selected to participate in this national leadership organization based on excellence in academics, both at the Career and Tech Center and at their home school.  Students must meet strict attendance and behavior guidelines, and be motivated to succeed.
 Students in the Nurse Assisting and Health Occupations program may participate in this health care national student leadership organization.  HOSA students can participate in  leadership training, workshops and national conferences.  Students walk away with a vast network.
 Students in the Animal Science program may participate in this agricultural national student leadership organization.  Resources and networking abound in the FFA organization.  FFA members can participate in leadership training, workshops and national conferences.
All CTE students are eligible to join SkillsUSA.  SkillsUSA students strengthen their leadership, communication, and technical skills through participation in community service projects, leadership workshops and conferences, and competing in regional, state and national competitions.  ​
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Do you still have questions?

​Check out our FAQ page or send us an email.

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​Career & Technical Education Center
52 Ferndale-Loomis Rd.
​Liberty, NY 12754

(845) 295-4000
The Career and Technical Center is a division of the Sullivan BOCES. Sullivan BOCES does not discriminate in its programs and activities, including employment and admission as applicable, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, economic status, marital status, veterans' status, political affiliation, domestic victim status, use of a guide dog, hearing dog or service dog, disability, or other classifications protected under federal or state law. The designated district compliance officer(s) will coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the New York State Human Rights Law.
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