CTE in NSERVE
High Schools
NSERVE manages grants received through the Illinois State Board of Education for a variety of Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses in high schools. These experiential classes give students an opportunity to gain real-world experience in a career pathway that interests then,
Here are some of the programs active in the NSERVE region high schools
Geometry in Construction
Geometry in Construction provides a practical way of learning geometry through hands-on learning.

Healthcare
Healthcare is a career area with an increasing need for skilled staff. A variety of healthcare courses are offered, including some which award a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) qualification.


Hospitality & Tourism
Courses in Culinary Arts, Entrepreneurships and Hospitality are offered in many NSERVE area schools. Students can earn a ServSafe Certification which is a key requirement for working in the hospitality/tourism industry.

Education
Courses in Early Childhood Education can help students earn the ECE Level 1 certification which can transfer as college credit at many post-secondary institutions
Business
A wide range of business courses include Marketing, Business Technology, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, and Merchandising

Engineering/PLTW
Project Lead the Way (PLTW) pre-engineering courses are offered in all NSERVE region schools. These courses encompass all areas of STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering and Math - preparing students for careers in engineering and manufacturing