Vocational Education! While we do not use that term due to potential harmful assumptions about the nature of classes or students in a class, the term still has relevant meaning. The Latin “vocare” means “to call.” Vocational was originally used in Christianity to describe a “calling” to the priesthood. In Career and Technical Education today, we are looking for those students who are seeking to find their “calling” or passion. All of our programs are designed to lead students to high need and high wage careers. All of our programs are taught by professionals in their respective fields with real work experience in the field and a passion to help students find their vocation. All of our program either offer dual college credit, an industry credential, or are striving to work with Indiana colleges to make the transition to a college program as seamless as possible.
Most students will need additional college or post-secondary training following high school to find career success. Students with six or more credit hours in a specific career field graduate high school at a higher rate than general education students and also complete college more often. Did you know that most apprenticeship programs in Indiana are coordinated to award successful completers an Associates Degree? Now you may begin to think of “vocational” education as preparation for college with the knowledge that the chosen major is indeed already a passion. Choose wisely. The decisions you make in high school and choosing a college and profession will impact every aspect of your future. Find your passion! Explore Career and Technical Education!
