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Why Herndon

Benefits of Career Tech Education (CTE)

  • High School Graduation Requirements
  • College Credit
  • Continued Ed & Industry Preparation  
  • Internship/On-the-Job Exploration
  • Hands-On & Minds-On Learning
  • Student Organizations (SkillsUSA, Educator's Rising, ProStart, NTHS, and HOSA)
  • Meeting Students With Shared Interest
  • Partnerships with Local Business & Organizations  

Earning Potential

Today’s career/tech education programs are just the first step to lucrative careers.  With such high demands for skilled work force students are finding beginning wages in the workplace that range from $14-$35 per hour directly after completion of high school.  Many students are going directly into the industry and earning tuition reimbursement from their union or company.   

CTE preparation leads to professions that are:

  • High-skill
  • High-wage
  • High-demand

To learn more about Herndon Career Center or the benefits of Career and Technical Education, please contact Katie Cross.