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 them.
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Many high school courses also qualify for dual credit with Oakton College.
This college-level credit sets students up for their post-secondary studies and may be transferable to other colleges.
Click here for more information on the Oakton website.
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See below some of the CTE programs in the NSERVE region high schools.
Hospitality & Tourism
Courses in Culinary Arts, Entrepreneurship, 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.
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.
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Business
A wide range of business courses include Marketing, Business Technology, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, and Merchandising
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.
Fashion Design
Fashion design is offered at many NSERVE schools and can lead to careers in fashion design, fashion merchandising and costume design.
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
