Nebraska Career and Technical Education

Nebraska provides regional career-focused high schools funded through public sources and serving students statewide. These career and technical education centers (CTE) offer hands-on career training combined with academic coursework.

Program Type: Free public career and technical education centers

Tuition: $0 – Completely FREE. Funded through public sources.

Who Can Attend: High school students statewide

What Nebraska Career and Technical Education Offers

• Hands-on career training in high-demand fields
• Academic coursework integrated with technical training
• Industry certifications and credentials
• High school diploma upon completion
• Preparation for both career entry and post-secondary education

Career Focus Areas

• Healthcare (nursing, medical assisting, dental assisting)
• Construction trades (carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
• Automotive technology
• Information technology and computer science
• Engineering and manufacturing
• Agriculture and natural resources
• Culinary arts and hospitality
• Business and finance
• Welding and metal fabrication
• Other regional career opportunities

Benefits

• Free specialized career training
• Industry certifications that lead to employment
• Combines academics with hands-on learning
• Pathways to both careers and college
• Access to modern equipment and facilities

How to Apply: Contact your local school district’s guidance office for information about Nebraska’s career and technical education centers in your area, enrollment procedures, and program offerings.