FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• What is CTE and why is it important?

CTE  stands for Career & Technical Education. CTE programs are basically 'subjects' not being tested on. All focus area classes are known as CTE classes. (e.g., welding, veterinary science, information technology, etc.) These programs are important because they are providing hands-on training and education for students to have for their future and careers post high school. CTE classes will help students "figure out what they want to be when they grow up." It also helps them figure out what they do not want to do!

•  Will my student receive high school credit while taking these classes? 

Yes, students receive high school credit while taking these classes. 

• Does a student participating in WBL (Work-Based Learning) have to be 18?

WBL is a capstone experience for talented and motivated young people and companies have final say regarding which students are qualified. WBL programs require that students be at least 16 years of age and demonstrate readiness attitudes and skills prior to participation. Minors may legally work in Tennessee at the age of 14 or 15, see Tennessee Child Labor Laws (T.C.A. § 50-5-105).