CAREER EDUCATION AT W-WCHS
Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) is education about and for careers. CTAE was formerly known as vocational education. "The mission of CTAE is to educate Georgia's future workforce by engaging students in experiences that will prepare them for workplace success. Through CTAE, students see the relevance of their high school efforts to their future career goals..." (GaDOE). At W-WCHS students have eleven (11) Career Pathways from which to chose. All students complete at least one (1) pathway during their high school career. The career cluster areas in which pathways are offered include the following:
- Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
- Business, Management & Administration
- Information Technology
- Education
- Health Science
Visit the CTAE webpage for more information about pathways and courses offered: https://www.wilkes.k12.ga.us/1/Content/ctae. On this page, you will also learn about the Career and Technical Student Organizations students may join that are related to each career area.
CARER DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES
For your career development, use the tools and resources shared below to learn more about yourself and to educate yourself so you can make wise decisions for your future.
Career Aptitude Discovery Tools
Georgia's In-Demand Careers
Georgia Department of Labor
Career Awareness & Exploration
Military Exploration
College Preparation
Dual Enrollment
Paying for Your Education
Local Adult Education Programs
Now Hiring in Wilkes Co. Region
Employment Opportunities for Students & Community Members
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