CAREER BEFORE GRADUATION
Don't Just Graduate. Graduate With a Pathway.
Students don't have to wait until graduation to start building their future. Depending on age, location, interests, and program eligibility, homeschool students may be able to earn college credit, begin career training, explore skilled trades, prepare for certifications, and participate in apprenticeship opportunities while completing high school.
Explore Arizona Career Pathways
Students may be able to begin career training, earn industry-recognized credentials, complete dual-enrollment coursework, or build job-ready skills before high school graduation. Opportunities vary by age, location, homeschool program, CTED, community college, and individual program eligibility. Use the pathways below to explore options available to Arizona students.
Choose a Career Area to Explore
Explore training, certifications, dual-enrollment opportunities, and career preparation students may be able to begin during the high school years.
Healthcare & Nursing
Nursing • CNA • Medical Assistant • Pharmacy Technician • Phlebotomy
Dental Assisting
Dental Assistant • Patient Care • Dental Radiology • Clinical Support
Business & Entrepreneurship
Marketing • Management • Accounting • Entrepreneurship
Technology & Cybersecurity
IT Support • Networking • Cybersecurity • Coding
Creative Media & Digital Careers
Audio Engineering • Content Creation • Video Production • Podcasting • Digital Media
Early Childhood & Education
Teacher Assistant • Early Childhood Education • Child Development
Automotive & Transportation
Automotive Technician • Diesel • Logistics • Transportation
Welding & Manufacturing
Welding • Fabrication • Manufacturing • Robotics
Construction & Skilled Trades
Electrical • Plumbing • HVAC • Carpentry • Construction
Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Heavy Equipment • Construction Equipment • Industrial Operations
Floral Design & Horticulture
Floral Design • Event Florals • Plant Science • Horticulture
Finding the Right Arizona Program
Arizona career-training opportunities may be available through several types of organizations. The best option depends on the student’s location, age, homeschool status, career interest, and program eligibility.
Arizona CTE
State-supported Career and Technical Education pathways that help students explore careers, develop technical skills, and prepare for industry credentials.
Career & Technical Education Districts
Students may have access to regional career-training districts such as EVIT, West-MEC, Pima JTED, and other Arizona CTED programs.
Community Colleges
Eligible high school students may be able to take career and technical courses through dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, or special-admit programs.
Apprenticeships & Work-Based Learning
Students may also explore apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, internships, and other career-connected learning opportunities.
Not Sure Which Pathway Fits?
Your student does not need to have their entire future figured out today. At You’re Worth More Pathways™, we help students explore their interests, compare education and career options, and create a personalized pathway for life after high school.