Career and Technical Education
**Available to students entering on or after fall 2022.**
Our Career and Technical Education Program prepares educators for high-skill in-demand careers in established and emerging industries. Learn how to teach secondary students problem-solving, project completion, research, communication, time management, and critical thinking skills as they are prepared for the future.
Top 10
critical shortage areas in Virginia
Nearly 100% employment post-graduation
2
DEGREE OPTIONS
Nationally
Recognized, Award-Winning Faculty
Total Credit Hours: 120
Major + Option Requirements
General Education
Electives
Is it possible to double major?
Yes, our students have the opportunity to double major in education and a related area successfully. Academic advisors are available to help you plan your course of study.
What You'll Study
- 120 credit hours for a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, including Virginia Tech’s Pathways, with a major in Career and Technical Education
- Options in Business and Information Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Marketing Education
- All required coursework and practical experience prepare students for Licensure in Career and Technical Education – (Grades 6-12) in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Some of our courses include:
- Youth Program Management
- Managing CTE Programs
- Educational Psychology for PK-12 Teachers
- Educating Exceptional Learners
- Secondary School Teaching Methods
- Social Foundations of Education
- Principles and Practices in PK-12 Assessment
- Adolescent Literacy and Reading
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What Is a Degree in Career and Technical Education?
Career and technical education teachers provide instruction, support, management, and leadership to facilitate success for all students. Graduates of the career and technical education program earn a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Business and Information Technology Education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, or Marketing Education.
Why Study Career and Technical Education Here?
Virginia Tech, established as a land-grant institution, has a long history of excellence in career and technical education. We promote interdisciplinary collaboration with programs across campus and faculty experts in educational psychology, pedagogy, research, educating exceptional learners, instructional design and technology, and literacy. The School of Education is renowned for preparing individuals to advance the goals of equity and social justice through education, applied research, advocacy, and research.
Beyond the Classroom
Working with high school students and practicing teachers in a school environment gives you the practical experience that, together with the knowledge and skills gained on campus and participation in co-curricular activities, makes you ready for employment as a teacher right after graduation. Students intern in local school divisions for 300+ hours.
Our faculty members are productive authors and award-winning teachers who are always eager to mentor students on research projects in their field of interest. If you have an undergraduate research project in mind that you’d like to pursue, just ask.
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What Our Students Are Saying
"In the marketing education program I was able to not only learn the tools necessary to become a successful teacher, but also gained valuable experiences to develop myself professionally and as a person. The faculty and staff are extremely supportive and truly want to see you succeed. Having a cohort of like minded peers was another great system of support to help you achieve your goals. I truly felt like this program goes above and beyond in preparing you for the classroom and your career."
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Careers and Further Study
What do I do with a career and technical education major?
Our graduates pursue careers such as:
- High School Career and Technical Education Teacher
- Extension Agent
- Education Consultant
- Private Tutor
- Online Educator
- Academic Advisor
- Teacher Educators
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