Career Technical Education provides courses that integrate technical training and academics to help students develop the knowledge and skills needed for transitioning to career training, post-secondary education and the workforce. This educational philosophy balances academics with real-world problem solving and relevance in 15 high-employing industry sectors.
LACOE provides CTE-focused technical assistance; curriculum and professional development; and monitoring, documentation and reporting services to districts across Los Angeles county. The CTE program includes the CTE Model Curriculum Standards aligned with Common Core State Standards and Partnership for 21st Century Skills. Standards for Career Ready Practice describe workplace skills that are expected from graduating students.
Apprenticeships
College and Career Indicator
Designated Subjects Credentials
CTE Funding
Dual Enrollment
Golden State Pathways Program
Meet the CTE Team
Pathways Curriculum
Professional Events
Suite of Tools Resources
Video Library
Work-Based Learning Directory
Professional Development & Technical Assistance
LACOE Career Technical Education (CTE) provides a range of targeted training and professional development to build upon capacity, knowledge, and skills needed for the implementation of the Key Elements of a High Quality CTE Programs.
In addition, we are available to provide technical assistance via email and telephone to provide support with questions relating to CTE. We also have an extensive webinar archive.
Conference Opportunity
Hosted by CALCP and CAROCP, the CTE Conference will be held on November 19-21, 2025 at the Omni Hotel in Rancho Mirage. Visit www.cteconference.org for more information
