Career training for high school students

Career and Technical Education (CTE) | NYC Department of Education (DOE)

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Career and Technical Education (CTE) lets students gain career skills as they complete high school or high school equivalency (HSE). CTE offers work-based learning experiences like job shadowing, mentorships, and internships.

  • CTE is available at designated CTE high schools and through CTE programs in other high schools.
  • 8th graders can enroll in CTE during the regular high school admissions process.
  • Students can also earn a CTE-endorsed Regents Diploma, on top of traditional high school graduation requirements.

Who is eligible

To be eligible to apply for a New York City public high school, you must be able to answer yes to these questions:

  • Are you a New York City resident?
  • Are you currently an 8th-grade student or a first-time 9th-grade student?

How to apply

You can get help enrolling in a CTE at a public high school by:


How to get help

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