CTE Programs
Erie 1 BOCES' Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offer students exciting opportunities to explore their passions and career paths, helping them graduate high school with college credits, technical experience, and industry certifications in high-skill, high-demand fields.
11th and 12th graders can participate in one- or two-year CTE programs, while 10th graders can take part in career exploration. Most students earn 3.75 credits per year, with academic credit available, and the hands-on, real-world programs are taught by NYS-certified industry experts. Students also have the chance to engage in SkillsUSA industry-sponsored competitions and internships.
Animal Science
Students gain hands-on experience in animal care and veterinary science, exploring topics like health, nutrition, reproduction, and behavior.
Students will learn to repair modern vehicles, covering engines, tires, alignment, fuel systems, electricals, powertrains, brakes, and suspension.
Students will study and apply aerodynamic principles, aircraft control, and instrumentation in the classroom and during flight.
Students will learn baking basics, measurement, mixing methods, and plating techniques to create edible works of art.
Students will learn the technical and communication skills required to be successful in a professional barbershop environment.
Students gain fundamental construction skills, including tool use, safety procedures, blueprint reading, and accurate measurements.
Students explore career interests through program shadowing and hands-on projects.
Collision Repair
Students will train in collision repair, automotive detailing, painting and restoration work.
Students will learn the communication and technical skills required to be successful in a professional salon.
Students will learn criminal and civil law, traffic law, arrest procedures, report writing, and professional communication.
Students will master safety, sanitation, equipment operation, and cooking short order and large meals in this fast-paced program.
Students will learn the latest software to analyze data traffic and troubleshoot PC hardware and operating systems.
Students will explore the art and science of creating corrective devices and replacements for natural teeth.
Students interested in teaching will learn the physical, social/emotional, and intellectual development of children.
Students will learn the theory and fundamentals of electrical systems and apply it to hands-on projects.
Students will use soldering irons, hand tools, meters, and oscilloscopes to build computers, robots, amplifiers, wireless devices, and other high tech projects.
Emergency Medical and Fire Services
Students will explore the wide variety of career opportunities available in Emergency and Fire Services while practicing hands-on emergency care skills.
Students will experience hands-on projects and skill based competitions that will prepare them for their future.
Students will explore the growing world of Esports and learn the business components of this booming industry.
Students will explore the effects of exercise including cardioconditioning, strength and flexibility training on health, wellness and sports performance.
Students will learn to dress, style, and create trends based on design elements and the fashion cycle.
Students will learn the skills to be a supportive caregiver through clinical experiences in a variety of health care environments.
Students will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of residential and light commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installation, service, and repair.
Occupational Education
Occupational Education offers supportive career development programs for students with learning or management needs who require small classes and individually modified curricula.
Plumbing
Students will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of plumbing installation, service, and repair.
Social Media Marketing
Students will learn the variety of social media platforms available to businesses, learn how to build a company’s brand, increase sales in e-commerce spaces, and drive website traffic.
Video Production Recording Arts
Students will learn to create and produce their own original films and music with the guidance of industry professionals.
Virtual Production and Design
Students will experience real world skills and techniques in the fields of graphic design, animation, illustration, and virtual production.
Web Technologies and Game Programming
Students will bring ideas to life by writing software, designing and coding games, and developing web pages and sites.
Welding
Students will learn to manipulate metal using a variety of welding techniques and the many different job skills that will set students up for lucrative careers in manufacturing, field work, or entrepreneurship.