Did you complete a Career or Technical program in the Tampa Bay metro area?

If you completed a Career or Technical program in Hillsborough, Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, or Manatee County, State College of Florida is a member of the Tampa Bay Career Pathways Consortium. This consortium is a partnership between certain secondary and post-secondary schools from around the Tampa Bay metro area that create pathways between high school, career center/technical college and state college programs. If SCF does not offer the career program you are looking for, check with these partnering state colleges. For more information about these schools and potential free college credit, visit the Tampa Bay Career Pathways Consortium website.

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Career and Technical Education (CTE)

SCF’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) are a vital part of SCF’s mission to meet community workforce needs. CTE programs are designed to prepare students for employment in rapidly changing business and industrial environments.

In today’s competitive job market, employers increasingly seek entry-level candidates who are ready to make an immediate impact. This is where (CTE) plays a pivotal role. CTE encompasses a wide range of educational approaches that blend academic and technical expertise with the essential skills and training required to thrive in today’s workforce. It equips students with the practical competencies needed in real-world employment settings, effectively preparing them for professional life.

Modern CTE programs span a diverse array of industries that encompasses a wide spectrum of disciplines, including health sciences, engineering, entrepreneurship, computer science and many other areas.