EVERETT – The Massachusetts Executive Office of Education announced this week that 18 new career technical education (CTE) programs are now state-approved across 12 high schools, including two new programs in Worcester County.
The announcement included that the state approved the marketing program at Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester. The health assisting program at Leicester High Schoool also received approval.
CTE programs are sometimes referred to as chapter 74 programs, which refers to the chapter in Massachusetts Law that authorizes the programs.
According to the Executive Office of Education, “CTE programs equip students with the skills they need to succeed in today’s job market through development of innovative, applied learning opportunities that align with current industry needs and provide students with high quality learning experiences that enable them to see and understand their future career paths, including continued education.”
“Graduates of our CTE programs have the unique opportunity to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation, with industry recognized credentials and real-world experience that affords them a competitive edge,” said Governor Maura Healey.
“Career-connected learning helps students with the applied learning they need for the jobs of today and the future and supports our employers and workforce in meeting high-demand careers,” said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler.
The other programs receiving state approval are:
- McCann Technical High School (Northern Berkshire Regional Technical School District in North Adams): Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Refrigeration
- Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School in Danvers: Metal Fabrication and Joining Technologies
- Salem High School: Carpentry and Programming & Web Development
- Whittier Regional Technical High School in Haverhill: Construction Craft Laborer
- Springfield High School of Science and Technology: Business Technology, Early Education and Care, and Medical Assisting
- Roger L. Putnam Vocational-Technical Academy in Springfield: Radio and Television Broadcasting
- Waltham High School: Cosmetology, Environmental Science and Technology, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Refrigeration, and Programming and Web Development
