GLENN ADULT PROGRAM

career technical education program

There are many opportunities for adults to engage in CTE in Glenn County. Check out our many offerings! 

Career Technical Education (CTE) refers to a broad range of educational programs and courses designed to provided students with the knowledge, skills, and training needed for specific careers or trades. CTE is focused on equipping individuals with practical, hands-on skills and knowledge that directly relates to various industries, professions, and technical fields.

 Key aspects of CTE include:

1. Hand-on Learning: CTE often involves practical, hands-on training in real-world settings like labs, shops, and studios. 

2. Wide Range of Fields: CTE covers a variety of career paths, including but not limited to...

Agriculture - Agribusiness management, animal science, crop production and horticulture, agricultural mechanics and technology, forestry and environmental science

Arts, Media, and Entertainments - Graphic design, film and video production, digital animation and game design, performing arts (music, theater, dance), broadcasting and journalism

Building and Construction - Architecture, engineering, construction management

Culinary - Baking pastry arts, restaurant management, food science and safety, catering and event planning

Education & Child Development - Early childhood education, teaching assistant or paraprofessional, special education support services, curriculum development, education technology 

Healthcare: Nursing, medical assisting, dental hygiene

Hospitality - Hotel and resort management, event planning and coordination, tourism and travel services, customer service operations

Transportation - Automotive repair and maintenance

3. Preparation for Employment: The goal of CTE is to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation OR to provide skills required to further study in specific fields. CTE programs align with industry standards and certifications, which increase employability. 

4. Opportunities for Certification: Many CTE programs offer students the chance to earn industry-recognized certifications, which can give them a competitive edge in the job market.

Butte-Glenn Career Pathways Consortium

AEBGC - Glenn Adult Program is a member of the Butte/Glenn Adult Education Consortium. The Butte-Glenn Career Pathways Consortium is a regional, collaborative partnership with Butte College as  the fiscal agent, Butte County Office of Education, Butte County school districts, Glenn County Office of Education, Glenn County school districts, business entities, community organizations and agencies, local workforce investment board, and CSU, Chico.

For more information concerning the Career Technical Education program:

Dr. Alyssa Schager

College & Career Coordinator, CTE Lead

Email aschager@glenncoe.org

Phone 530-936-6890 x3556

530-855-0004 (cell)