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About Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Instilling a passion for learning by doing
CTE at the Arlington Career Center / Grace Hopper Center
Career and Technical Education (CTE) at the Arlington Career Center provides enhanced opportunities for students in four areas:
1) Project based curriculum;
2) industry certifications;
3) the possibility of earning college credit; and
4) career experiences such as internships and client projects
All courses qualify for the Career and Technical / Fine Readiness For All Careers – Fact Sheet Arts credit. Each Career and Technical course offers the opportunity to earn the career and technical credential required for the Standard Diploma graduation requirement. Please see your counselor for more information.
FAQ--Frequently Asked Questions
What is Career & Technical Education (CTE)?
Which CTE Courses Pathways are offered at ACC / GHC?
CTE Courses at the ACC/GHC by Pathway
| Health & Medical Sciences Pathway | Human & Public Service Pathway |
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| Digital Media & Information Technology Pathway | Industrial Service & Engineering Pathway |
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How will students find out about classes offered at ACC / GHC?
Students are encouraged to review the building website (Arlington Career Center) and the Arlington Public Schools Program of Studies webpage to learn more about the CTE courses offered at the Grace Hopper Center.
Additionally, CTE teachers often attend elective fairs at the comprehensive high schools share information about their courses to encourage student enrollment.
Do you provide transportation?
Students throughout the county are bused to our building (Arlington Career Center) or drive themselves to the campus to attend our Career & Technical Education classes.
The APS Transportation Department posts hub stops and pick up times for the comprehensive high schools a week before school starts.
How do students enroll in classes at ACC / GHC?
Students interested in taking CTE courses at GHC, should speak to their home school counselor(s) to enroll in a course.
What does it mean if a CTE class is labeled as Dual Enrollment (DE)?
If a course is labeled as Dual Enrollment (DE), participating students may be eligible to earn college credit through Northern VA Community College in addition to high school credit. More information can be found on the NOVA website.
When can students start taking CTE classes at ACC / GHC?
Students can begin taking CTE courses at the GHC as soon as their high school course schedule permits. If a student has room in their schedule, they can meet with their counselor to request enrollment in a course.
Please note, that CTE courses have grade level restrictions. Be sure to check the APS Program of Studies for more detailed information.
When do students find out whether they are enrolled in a class at ACC / GHC?
Student schedules are available in August. Students will access their StudentVue to confirm that their CTE course request was granted.