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ETC prepares students for their lives beyond the classroom by equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in postsecondary education, advanced career training or immediate entry into jobs with a meaningful career path. ETC programs combine a rigorous high school academic curriculum with training in career and technical subjects and workplace competencies. ETC impacts over 55,000 students in 73 high schools and 11 career academies throughout the city.

Mission Statement

The mission of Education To Careers is to equip students to successfully transition into:

  • postsecondary education,
  • advanced career training, or
  • viable jobs with a meaningful career path.

Through standards-based curriculum and hands-on training integrating

  • academic instruction
  • industry-recognized career and technical skills education and
  • workplace readiness skills preparation.


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