Pathways
Find your Path
Our distinguished magnet education at CTEC guides students through an enriching four-year high school experience focused on one of several specialized programs. Whether you choose Transportation Technology, Healthcare Professions, or Construction Management, our curriculum is designed to provide an immersive and comprehensive education. Each program offers hands-on learning opportunities, industry-standard facilities, and expert instruction to prepare students for success in both college and their chosen careers. At CTEC, we are committed to unlocking your potential and helping you achieve your professional dreams.
Academy Pathways & Course Descriptions
At CTEC, we offer a comprehensive selection of pathways that cater to a wide range of interests and career goals. With over 12 specialized courses in fields such as transportation, healthcare, and construction, students have the opportunity to delve into their passions and explore the vast possibilities each industry offers. Our curriculum, irrespective of the chosen pathway, employs a forward-thinking, hands-on approach designed to maximize student potential. From the very first day, we nurture each student’s interests, providing the tools and experiences needed to excel in both college and career. At CTEC, your journey to a successful future begins here.CTEC offers industry-recognized certifications in every program.
These certifications provide students with the opportunity to enter the workforce at an entry level position. Students who successfully complete all program requirements will be given the opportunity to complete a certification at no cost. See the chart below for more information.
Contact the front office to meet with a career placement counselor.
Career-Based Certifications
Program |
Certification |
Entry Level Position & Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive & Diesel Technology (Year(s) 1) | ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling | Technician or Mechanic Helper / $13.50 per hr |
| Automotive Technology (Year(s) 2-4) | ASE Entry Level Test, Automobile | Auto Technician or Mechanic Apprentice / $15.72 per hr |
| Diesel Technology (Year(s) 2-4) | ASE Entry Level Certifications | Diesel Technician or Mechanic Apprentice / $16.16 per hr |
| HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, Construction/Carpentry, and Electrical Systems (Year(s) 1) | National Center for Construction Education & Research, CORE CURRICULUM | HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, Carpentry, or Electrical Helper / $13.55 per hour |
| HVAC (Year(s) 2-4) | National Center for Construction Education & Research, HVAC Levels 1 & 2 | HVAC Apprentice / $15.55 per hr |
| Plumbing (Year(s) 2-4) | Associated Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Texas Pre-Apprenticeship Program | Apprentice Plumber / $16.40 per hr |
| Welding (Year(s) 2-4) | American Welding Society Student Certification | Welding Apprentice / $15.55 per hr |
| Construction/Carpentry (Year(s) 2-4) | National Center for Construction Education & Research, Carpentry Levels 1 & 2 | Apprentice Carpenter / $15.55 per hr |
| Electrical Systems (Year(s) 2-4) | Independent Electrical Contractors Pre-Apprenticeship Program | Apprentice Electrician / $17.94 per hr |
| Certified Nurse Aide (Year(s)) | Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services - Certified Nurse Aide/Assistant (CNA) | Certified Nurse Aide / $15.04 per hr |
| Emergency Medical Technician (Year(s)) | National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Emergency Medical Technician / $16.39 per hr |
| Dental Assistant (Year(s)) | Texas State Board of Dental Examiners - Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) | Dental Assistant / $16.75 per hr |
| Medical Assistant (Year(s)) | National Healthcareer Association - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) | Medical Assistant / $14.23 per hr |
| Pharmacy Technician (Year(s)) | National Healthcareer Association - Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) | Pharmacy Technician / $16.46 per hr |
Automotive & Diesel Technology (Year(s) 1)
Certification
ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
Entry Level Position & Pay
Technician or Mechanic Helper / $13.50 per hr
Automotive Technology (Year(s) 2-4)
Certification
ASE Entry Level Test, Automobile
Entry Level Position & Pay
Auto Technician or Mechanic Apprentice / $15.72 per hr
Diesel Technology (Year(s) 2-4)
Certification
ASE Entry Level Certifications
Entry Level Position & Pay
Diesel Technician or Mechanic Apprentice / $16.16 per hr
HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, Construction/Carpentry, and Electrical Systems (Year(s) 1)
Certification
National Center for Construction Education & Research, CORE CURRICULUM
Entry Level Position & Pay
HVAC, Plumbing, Welding, Carpentry, or Electrical Helper / $13.55 per hour
HVAC (Year(s) 2-4)
Certification
NCCER HVAC Levels 1 & 2
Entry Level Position & Pay
HVAC Apprentice / $15.55 per hr
Plumbing (Year(s) 2-4)
Certification
Associated Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Texas Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Entry Level Position & Pay
Apprentice Plumber / $16.40 per hr
Welding (Year(s) 2-4)
Certification
American Welding Society Student Certification
Entry Level Position & Pay
Welding Apprentice / $15.55 per hr
Construction/Carpentry (Year(s) 2-4)
Certification
NCCER Carpentry Levels 1 & 2
Entry Level Position & Pay
Apprentice Carpenter / $15.55 per hr
Electrical Systems (Year(s) 2-4)
Certification
Independent Electrical Contractors Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Entry Level Position & Pay
Apprentice Electrician / $17.94 per hr
Certified Nurse Aide (Year(s))
Certification
Certified Nurse Aide/Assistant (CNA)
Entry Level Position & Pay
Certified Nurse Aide / $15.04 per hr
Emergency Medical Technician (Year(s))
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Entry Level Position & Pay
Emergency Medical Technician / $16.39 per hr
Dental Assistant (Year(s))
Certification
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Entry Level Position & Pay
Dental Assistant / $16.75 per hr
Medical Assistant (Year(s))
Certification
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Entry Level Position & Pay
Medical Assistant / $14.23 per hr
Pharmacy Technician (Year(s))
Certification
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Entry Level Position & Pay
Pharmacy Technician / $16.46 per hr