Central Orange County CTE Partnership (CTEp)

The Central Orange County CTE Partnership (CTEp) is a collaborative educational initiative designed to bridge the gap between traditional high school curriculum and professional workforce preparation. Located in Costa Mesa, the program functions as a centralized hub for Career Technical Education (CTE), serving students from multiple school districts. Its primary mission is to provide high-quality, hands-on training in high-growth industries, ensuring that students graduate with both academic knowledge and the technical certifications or practical skills necessary to enter the job market or pursue advanced post-secondary technical training.

By operating as a partnership, CTEp offers a diverse catalog of specialized courses that individual high schools might not be able to sustain on their own. The curriculum focuses on real-world applications, often featuring industry-standard equipment and partnerships with local businesses to provide mentorship and internship opportunities. Whether students are interested in fields like digital media, healthcare, engineering, or hospitality, the program aims to cultivate a "career-ready" mindset, helping students explore their professional interests while earning high school credit and, in many cases, industry-recognized credentials.