At LTEC, we are proud to offer students the opportunity to earn a College and Career Pathway Endorsement a powerful recognition that signals readiness for college, career or both. This achievement reflects a student's commitment to academic excellence, career exploration, and real-world skill development.
The College and Career Pathway Endorsement (CCPE) is an official designation added to a student's high school transcript. It signifies that the student has successfully completed a structured, career-focused program aligned with specific industry pathway.
This endorsement is part of Illinois' Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness (PWR) Act, which aims to better connect what students learn in high school with what they need to succeed in college and the workforce.
Earning a CCPE demonstrates that a student has:
followed a focused career pathway
gained relevant academic and technical skills
engaged in real-world learning experiences
taken clear steps toward postsecondary education and career goals.
College and employers recognize this endorsement as a sign that a student is prepared, motivated, and capable giving them a competitive edge in applications and interviews.
Through the Lincolnland Technical Education Center (LTEC) programs, students complete the following components:
Individualized Learning Plan
Students create and update a personalized plan that outlines their goals for college, career and life after high school.
Career-Focused Instructional Sequence
Students complete at least two semesters of in-depth coursework in their selected career pathway, including opportunities to earn dual credit.
Professional Learning Experiences
Students participate in a variety of hands-on, career-based activities such as career exploration, team-based challenges, and work based learning.
This endorsement isn't just a label-it's a statement. It shows that your student has explored career options, gained real-world experience, and made informed decisions about their future.
They've built a strong foundation-and this is just the beginning. Whether the next step is college, a career, or both, your student is ready.
CCPE Endorsements can be earned in the following classes
Advanced Metals
Nursing 101
Land of Lincoln CEO
Building Trades
Health Occupations