A degree or certificate earned through CTE Dual Enrollment prepares students with technical, academic and soft skills for the workforce. CTE Dual Enrollment can help bridge the gap between higher education and local industry demand for skilled employees. CTE Dual Enrollment can support bringing skilled workers into the workforce years before the average college graduate. This can increase the student’s potential for greater lifetime earnings and the employer’s access to skilled workers.

Enrolling in CCTC Dual Enrollment, you could be workforce ready by high school graduation. CTE Dual Enrollment could shorten or eliminate your time in higher education after high school. By entering the workforce younger, you could increase your lifetime earning potential.

Parents can support students in exploring their goals by encouraging them to apply for CCTC Dual Enrollment. Students can earn degrees, certificates and college credits before high school graduation. These benefits may increase their high school GPA, life experiences and employment outcomes.

Educators support high school students by preparing them to graduate college or career ready. CCTC Dual Enrollment is a viable pathway to help with that preparation for students. CCTC values partnerships with local K-12 school districts, private school partnerships and homeschool associations.

Working with CCTC CTE Dual Enrollment graduates, local industries increase their access to a skilled pool of potential employees. By employing CCTC graduates, employees have the opportunity to grow, retain and lead a new generation of skilled workers.