Anchorage School District
District
CTE Programs
Career and Technical Education (CTE) offers rigorous, cutting edge and relevant courses preparing youth for a variety of high-wage, high-skill and high-demand careers. Students enrolling in CTE courses can choose from a variety of pathway options at each comprehensive high school or at King Tech High School.
CTE strives to continuously improve and grow programs to meet the changing needs of our community, our state and our nation.
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Industry Clusters Offered |
Industry Career Cluster Description |
Career Pathways |
Dual Credit Alignment |
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Agriculture |
The Agriculture Career Cluster concentrates on scientific advancement of agriscience, cultivation, processing, and distribution of agricultural products, employing advanced technologies and sustainable practices to optimize global food systems. This Cluster also supports other plant- and animal-based industries including regenerative agriculture, sustainable logging, and fisheries. This Cluster has meaningful connections with the Energy and Natural Resources Cluster, highlighting a symbiotic relationship that emphasizes stewardship and resilient communities. |
Alaska Farm and Food @ King Tech Veterinary Assisting @ King Tech |
UAA, UAF, St. Petersburg College
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Construction |
The Construction Career Cluster focuses on professions involved in designing, planning, managing, and executing projects in the built environment. It emphasizes sustainable building practices to ensure that structures are both environmentally responsible and resilient. Careers in this Cluster are pivotal in creating durable infrastructure that meets present needs without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own, covering a range of roles from architects and engineers to construction managers and skilled tradespeople. |
Construction Technology Construction Electricity @ King Tech Carpentry @ King Tech |
UAA |
Arts, Entertainment, & Design |
The Arts, Entertainment, & Design Career Cluster combines creative roles in visual and performing arts, film, journalism, fashion, interior design, and creative technologies. This Cluster focuses on creating, producing, and sharing artistic and design work across multiple platforms, aiming to entertain, inform, beautify, and inspire. |
Film, Audio and Video Production @ King Tech Journalism & Broadcasting Digital Art & Design |
UAA, UAF |
Marketing, Management, & Entrepreneurship |
The Marketing, Management & Entrepreneurship Career Cluster prepares learners to promote products and services, lead organizations, manage operations, and create new business ventures across every industry. It integrates business administration, strategic planning, entrepreneurship, marketing, sales, digital communications, customer relationship management, data analysis, project management, human resources, and organizational leadership to help organizations understand consumer needs, optimize performance, and achieve sustainable growth. This Cluster develops the knowledge and skills needed to build strong customer relationships, drive innovation, adapt to changing markets, and create economic value through effective leadership, business strategy, and entrepreneurial thinking. |
Entrepreneurship & Enterprise @ King Tech Student Enterprise Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Executive Assistant, Marketing & Digital Design, Strategic Leadership @ ASD Business Academy |
UAA, UAF |
Financial Services |
The Financial Services Career Cluster encompasses careers in managing and advising financial transactions, including banking, lending, corporate finance, debt management, accounting, insurance, and real estate. These careers contribute to economic stability and growth by supporting the financial health of individuals and organizations. |
Bookkeeping & Finance @ ASD Business Academy | UAF |
Education |
The Education Career Cluster spans careers aimed at fostering learning from early childhood to adulthood, including teaching, instructional design, counseling services, community engagement, learner support, and educator training. This Cluster emphasizes quality education standards and lifelong learning, preparing individuals for success through all life stages by nurturing knowledge, skills, and critical thinking and encouraging personal and societal growth in a constantly evolving world. |
Early Childhood Education @ King Tech Leadership & Learning |
UAA |
Healthcare & Human Services |
The Healthcare & Human Services Career Cluster promotes whole health in individuals and communities through a diverse array of services. This sector includes technical, mental, and therapeutic services and personal care, supported by medical and social sciences. By addressing social determinants of health and leveraging health data and science, this Cluster aims to enhance the overall health and resilience of individuals, families, and communities. |
Pharmacy Tech PLTW Biomedical Science Health Science Certified Nurse Aide @ Alaska Middle College School (AMCS) Emergency Medical Technician @ King Tech Cosmetology @ King Tech Health & Human Services @ King Tech |
UAA Cosmetology Student Hours toward State License |
Hospitality, Events, & Tourism |
The Hospitality, Events, & Tourism Career Cluster encompasses a broad range of services and experiences related to food and beverage, lodging, travel, events, and conferences. This Cluster focuses on delivering quality customer service, memorable experiences, and seamless logistics to cater to the needs and preferences of guests, tourists, and event participants. The Cluster is characterized by its diversity, including everything from luxury hotels and international travel to local dining, cultural events, and business conferences, aiming to enhance the overall experience of visitors and attendees. |
Culinary Culinary Arts @ King Tech
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UAA |
Digital Technology |
The Digital Technology Career Cluster focuses on developing digital systems for communication and data storage using critical technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and cybersecurity. This Cluster builds skills necessary for all careers to navigate and lead in the constantly evolving tech landscape and drives innovation across all industries to tackle complex challenges and opportunities in communities and economies. |
PLTW Computer Science Unmanned Aviation Information Tech @ King Tech |
UAA |
Public Service & Safety |
The Public Service & Safety Career Cluster encompasses roles in local, state, and federal government; legal and justice systems; security; and military operations, all aimed at promoting civic responsibility and ensuring the well-being, security, functionality, and resilience of communities, states, and countries. |
Emergency Medical Tech @ King Tech |
UAA, UAF |
Advanced Manufacturing |
The Advanced Manufacturing Career Cluster blends innovative technologies and practices to enhance design and production. It covers areas such as engineering, research and development, automation and artificial intelligence, equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and quality control. This Cluster aims to increase efficiency, reduce waste, ensure safety, and produce high-quality goods, driving the industry’s growth and adapting to modern demands. |
Metal Fabrication PLTW Engineering Welding @ King Tech Electronics and Telecommunications @ King Tech |
UAA |
Energy & Natural Resources |
The Energy & Natural Resources Career Cluster spans careers in traditional and renewable fuel production, power generation and energy conversion, utilities, environmental preservation, ecological research, and resource extraction. These industries focus on efficient and responsible resource management, including conservation, transmission, distribution and storage, to minimize environmental impacts and meet global energy needs. Careers in this Cluster are dedicated to creating a sustainable future, innovating cleaner energy solutions, and preserving our planet’s natural resources for generations to come. |
Natural Resource Management PLTW Environmental Sustainability Process Technology |
UAA |
Supply Chain & Transportation |
Planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance. |
Automotive Maintenance @ King Tech Aviation Maintenance @ King Tech Collision Repair & Refinishing @ King Tech
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UAA |