According to the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), CTE Month® is an annual celebration held in February of CTE community members’ achievements and accomplishments nationwide. CTE Month 2015 raises awareness of the crucial role CTE has in readying our nation for economic success and workforce competitiveness. Students and educators alike are developing the skills that will power the future of college and career success.
In recognition of National CTE Month, Governor Rick Scott has issued a Career and Technical Education Month proclamation noting career and technical education offers individuals lifelong opportunities to learn new skills and gain advanced workforce training. Click here to learn more about the CTE programs offered at SPC, or attend an upcoming career services, internships or workforce event.
Career and Technical Education Facts*
- Program enrollment in the Associate in Science degree and Certificate programs exceeded 10,000 students in 2013-14.
- St. Petersburg College awarded 1,005 Associate in Science degrees in 2013-14.
- St. Petersburg College is at the forefront of workforce training innovation due to significant grant awards from the U.S. Department of Labor in supply chain management/logistics, manufacturing, and orthotics and prosthetics for career education.
- St. Petersburg College has over 35 advisory committees who work to ensure SPC’s educational programs are effective in meeting the professional and employment needs of the Tampa Bay area.
*Data Source: St. Petersburg College’s 2014-15 Fact Book
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