CTE Training Sessions for Administrators and School Counselors
—Fundamental Sessions—
TEA has released training modules and resources to prepare school administrators and counselors to lead career and technical education (CTE) programs effectively and to prepare students for postsecondary success. Delivered at Education Service Centers (ESCs) across Texas, the 12 modules are connected by CTE best practices, resources, and research. They are divided into two learning paths: Fundamentals and Deep Dive.
This portal links to sessions in the Fundamentals Series.
You can navigate these sessions by date through the combined calendar or by topic through the registration pages.
Please note that all dates and times are subject to change. Contact your ESC for potential updates.
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Badge Participant.pdfLimited-time Opportunity
to Earn a Digital Badge
to Earn a Digital Badge
Learners completing CTE administrator and counseling training modules at ESCs during the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years are eligible to complete the requirements to earn a digital badge. This opportunity is only open through August 1, 2024.
Completing a digital badge will demonstrate the learner’s skills and expertise acquired from participating in counselor and administrator training. Earning the badge will verify and acknowledge skills learned and demonstrated. There are 12 learning modules for administrators and counselors. Each learning module has an associated guidebook and badge instruction handbook.
Badge credentials will be earned after the learner completes required submissions through Qualtrics. Badges will be granted through the Credly by Pearson online system.
Learn more about digital badges for CTE administrators and counselors.
Testimonials
"I didn't know what I didn't know. And I didn't know how much more I needed to learn."
"This helped me to understand my CTE director so much better."
"Both of the counselor sessions are tremendous, and I have been doing this for many years and have been to many trainings. I am learning so much that I am sending my notes over to my coworkers!"
"I appreciate this opportunity provided to CTE administrators, as I know that others found it to be as beneficial. I look forward to utilizing my knowledge from these sessions to make a greater impact in my district."
CTE Master Calendar
CTE Professional Learning for Administrators and School Counselors—Session Dates by ESC
Check the updated 2023-2024 dates for these CTE Fundamental Professional Learning sessions for administrators and school counselors!
This document will be updated by ESC as more dates are released.
Descriptions of CTE Professional Learning Fundamentals Sessions for Administrators and School Counselors
CTE Training for Administrators
TEA has released training modules and resources to prepare school administrators and counselors to lead CTE programs effectively and to prepare students for postsecondary success. Delivered at Education Service Centers across Texas, the 12 modules are connected by Career and Technical Education (CTE) best practices, resources, and research. They are divided into two learning paths: Fundamentals and Deep Dive.
Administrators and counselors new to CTE are encouraged to select modules from the Fundamentals path to support their development as leaders. The Deep Dive learning path encourages a more in-depth look at CTE and provides opportunities for learners to use their own Local Education Agency (LEA) data to learn strategies and skills to design effective programs.
These modules help administrators and counselors understand each other’s roles when administering effective CTE programs. This collaborative approach fosters a supportive environment where students can thrive and make informed decisions about their futures. LEAs are encouraged to attend these module trainings as a team to develop a shared vision and plan for dynamic CTE programs.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Using a CTE lens while maintaining relevance to the overall success of students, Data-Driven Decision Making guides leaders to use facts, metrics, and data to guide strategic instructional decisions that align with campus and district goals, objectives, and initiatives. Participants will learn how to analyze multiple data sources, including College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) indicators, labor market information (LMI), and Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA) Summary and Supplemental Reports. At the end of this module, participants will be prepared to integrate CTE into the overall environment of a data-driven organization while engaging various stakeholders in the decision-making process.
Partnerships
Partnerships are a key component of successful CTE programs. In this module, participants will explore a variety of internal and external partnerships, how each one plays a role within a CTE department, and the overall importance and potential impacts of nurturing and sustaining these relationships. Additionally, participants will review their local education agency’s current CTE partnerships and develop a strategic plan to cultivate new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships.
Program Design
The Program Design module will allow participants to use a design-thinking mindset to develop CTE programs that meet the needs of all students as they prepare for post-secondary success. Attendees will learn to identify effective CTE program design elements and practice using tools to enhance existing programs. Using available resources and data, participants will learn how to design CTE programs that are accessible and aligned to relevant and real-world applications. In completing this module, participants will gain strategies and skills to strengthen their practice as CTE advocates and instructional leaders.
CTE Resources
The CTE Resources module provides an overview of many key components of CTE programs—time, finances, human resources, facilities, instructional resources and supplies, transportation, and professional learning. Participants will identify, review, and develop resources to build foundational knowledge to assist them in being successful in the varied roles they serve as programmatic and instructional leaders in CTE.
CTE Training for School Counselors
TEA is pleased to offer a pair of professional learning modules for school counselors focused on quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs – An Infrastructure for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR)
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs – An Infrastructure for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) allows school counselors to examine how strong CTE programs can support all students as they prepare for postsecondary success. Participants will explore the components of approved CTE Programs of Study, including coursework, work-based learning opportunities, and industry-based certifications, and understand how these relate to the individual planning components of a comprehensive counseling program. Participants will review the relationship between CTE and programs of study to federal and state legislation (including Perkins V, HB5 - Endorsements, HB3 - Outcomes Bonus Funding, and SB179 - Counseling Duties) and other initiatives. After this module, participants will have a deeper understanding of the value of CTE programs and be better equipped to work with administrators to create the local infrastructure for CCMR driven by data. (Note: This module is aligned with the Data-Driven Decision Making and Program Design modules for administrators.)
Effective Advising for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs
Effective Advising for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs will help prepare counselors for their crucial roles in supporting students’ postsecondary success. Participants will identify potential barriers that limit access to CTE programs and review advising strategies and resources to ensure accessible and equitable CTE programs. Participants will review the Perkins V definitions for special populations and explore success outcomes from strong CTE programs, such as college and career readiness, employability skills, and mental health wellness. At the end of this module, participants will recognize potential barriers to accessible and equitable CTE programs and devise plans to eliminate existing barriers.