Career & Technical Education (CTE / CTEC)
Career and Technical Education (CTE) provides students with the knowledge and hands-on training necessary to succeed in future careers.
About Career & Technical Education
CTE provides you with the knowledge and hands-on training necessary to succeed in your future career. More than 10,000 students are enrolled in Salem-Keizer's CTE programs, which have a 99.37% graduation rate for program concentrators.
CTE Programs at South
CTE Programs Offered at South Salem
CTE Broadcast Journalism Program
- Showcase creative and artistic talents using professional equipment and media to exceed client expectations.
- Develop, produce, and deliver original content for commercial broadcasts from concept to completion.
- Work individually and in teams to create dynamic programming for radio, television, and social media.
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment
- Further education
Highlights
- Certifications
- Advanced technology
- Scholarships
CTE Computer Programming Program
- Express creativity and unlock solutions to complex problems through the universal language of computers.
- Program in advanced languages such as HTML, RobotC, JAVA, C++, and JavaScript.
- Develop software that powers the modern world, from video games to interactive websites, mobile apps, robotics, and business applications.
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment
- Advanced certifications
- Further education
Highlights
- College credit
- Work-based experience
- Scholarships
CTE Culinary Arts Program
- Craft traditional and innovative cuisine using flames, knives, and creative chemistry
- Cook alongside industry professionals preparing appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, and desserts
- Express creativity as part of a team that designs menus, prepares meals, organizes catered events, and develops exceptional dining experiences
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment
- Advanced certifications
- Further education
Highlights
- Work-based experience
- National culinary competitions
- Certifications
CTE Graphic Design Program
- Create dynamic illustrations, logos, and advertisements including traditional and photographic art
- Design, produce, and deliver a wide range of creative marketing materials for print and web media
- Showcase your artistic abilities alongside other creative individuals while creating a professional portfolio
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment
- Further education
Highlights
- Professional portfolio
- Work-based experience
- College credit
CTE Manufacturing Program
- Work independently and in teams to design, build, assemble, and repair various metal and wood products
- Use advanced welding techniques and fabrication equipment to join, cut, bend, and manipulate materials for industrial and artistic applications
- Operate a wide range of professional power tools and computerized equipment to build a variety of custom furniture and carpentry projects
Career Focus
- Prepared for immediate employment
- Further education
Highlights
- Industrial technology
- Scholarships
- Work-based experience
CTE Marketing Program
- Design and implement powerful advertising campaigns and business plans to deliver innovative products and services to customers
- Use professional software and techniques to create vibrant business publications, presentations,
social media, and apps - Satisfy your competitive business spirit by operating diverse student-run enterprises
Career Focus
- Immediate employment
- Further education
Highlights
- DECA/FBLA
- National competitions
- Student businesses
CTE Sports Medicine Program
- Create customized exercise and therapeutic plans to help athletes achieve superior performance and lifelong wellness
- Work with certified athletic trainers as well as fitness and healthcare professionals to assist with injury prevention and rehabilitation
- Coach and motivate patients using the same advanced exercise equipment
and techniques as fitness, wellness, and rehabilitation centers nationwide
Career Focus
- Advanced certification
- Immediate employment
- Further education
Highlights
- College credit
- Internships
- Work-based experience
About the CTE Program
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CTE Programs in High Schools
Salem-Keizer Public Schools is proud to offer 50 state-approved CTE programs and four startup programs. Sixteen of these programs offer industry certification, opening the door for students to transfer into a community college, apprenticeship program or directly into a career.
To learn more about what you'll learn in our CTE programs and the careers they'll prepare you for, download our CTE Career & College Opportunities brochure.
How to Apply
No application is necessary to enroll in CTE programs in your high school. See the complete list of CTE programs and their high school locations.
Classes at CTEC
Career & Technical Education Center (CTEC)
A separate location from other Salem-Keizer high schools, CTEC is a hub for area junior and senior students enrolled in CTEC programs. The state-of-the-art facility is a public-private partnership between Salem-Keizer Public Schools and area business leaders.
CTEC provides students the opportunity to:
- Earn college-level credits
- Earn industry-specific certifications and licenses
- Internships and apprenticeships
- Mentor programs and job shadows
- Receive online training
- Access career services including career fair, resume assistance, mock interviews, and portfolio development
How do I attend both CTEC and my regular high school classes?
- Free transportation is provided to students who are bused from their home high school to spend 2.5 days a week on the CTEC campus.
- CTEC students are still enrolled at their home school. You can participate in extracurricular activities and clubs and will receive your diploma from your high school.
- CTEC's cafeteria runs on the same meal plans and lunch programs as other high schools.
How to Apply
If you're academically on track to begin next school year as a junior or senior, you can apply for admission to CTEC.