A Career and Technical Education (CTE) Administrator is an education professional who oversees and manages CTE programs at a school, district, or state level.
CTE programs are designed to provide students with the technical and practical skills and knowledge needed to enter the workforce or pursue further education in a particular field.
A career as a CTE administrator typically requires a master's degree in education or a related field, as well as several years of experience in teaching or administration. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are also essential for success in this role.
The Department of Technology and Workforce Learning includes several undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Programs of study include two-year associate and certificate programs as well as several undergraduate degree programs in Workforce Development, Vocational Teacher Education, Technology and Engineering Education, and Wood Product Manufacturing. Graduate programs in Career and Technical Education, Technology, and Human Resource Development are also available. In addition, one post-graduate program in Workforce Development and Education (Ed.S) is also available.