Career & Technology Education (CTE)

The Career and Technology Education Department offers rigorous and relevant courses which prepare students for a wide range of high-wage, high-skill, high demand careers. All courses are developed around 21st century technology and global work force standards and provide students with real world experience.  

Research shows that high school students involved in Career and Technology Education courses are more engaged in school; perform better and graduate at higher rates.Programs of study offered at Ridge View High School include the following majors: Administrative Services, Business Information Management, Computer Programming, Web and Digital Communications, Engineering, Barbering/Master Hair Care, Health Science, Marketing Communications, and Sports Medicine. These hands-on courses allow students the opportunity to explore career options, train for a future career, complete courses which may give credit on the post- secondary level and earn industry credentials and certifications.