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For Students and Parents
New Jersey’s county vocational-technical schools are the choice for students who want more out of high school. Get a head start on college and careers. Learn more
For Adult Students
Do you need a better-paying job, a new career or a technical certification? New Jersey county vocational-technical schools offer full- and part-time training programs. Learn more
For Employers
New Jersey county vocational-technical schools help employers prepare high school and adult students for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Learn more
About Career & Technical Education
Thanks to partnerships with colleges and industry, today’s CTE programs give students the academic and technical skills they need to succeed in all types of careers. Learn more
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CTE Success Story: Broadcasting graduate returns to the classroom to inspire the next generation of media professionals at Warren County Technical School
Matthew Spolarich, an Oxford native, discovered his passion for broadcasting through the TV, Radio and Digital Media program at Warren County Technical School. What began as hands-on exposure to production equipment and collaborative media work in high school ultimately led him back into the classroom. This time, he is leading the class as a broadcasting instructor.
CTE Success Story: Hudson County Schools of Technology Graduate Advances from Medical Science Student to Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant
Dalia Eldeeb, a Bayonne native, began her journey towards a career in medicine at the Hudson County Schools of Technology (HCST), where she enrolled in the Medical and Clinical Assistant program at County Prep High School. Through early exposure to rigorous coursework and hands-on learning, Eldeeb developed a strong academic foundation that would support her progression through multiple advanced degrees.
CTE Success Story: Cape Tech Cosmetology Graduate Builds Successful Bridal Beauty Business Serving Clients across the Northeast
Ashley Viera Soto, a Woodbine native, turned her passion for hair and makeup into a thriving business with the help of the Cosmetology program at Cape May County Technical Schools.