Careers and Outcomes

MSU student Kendell Loyd points at a problem on a student's worksheet.

Set your students on the path to success

Lead and prepare students for their futures.

Master your craft and share your industry knowledge with students in secondary schools.

Where can you work with a bachelor's degree in career and technical education?

Most graduates in this program pursue teaching careers in middle and high schools.

Your degree will qualify you to work in:

  • Secondary schools
  • Post-secondary schools
    • Community colleges
    • Technical, trade or business schools
  • Workforce development agencies
    • Government agencies
    • Non-profit organizations
  • Private or corporate training
  • Community/adult education centers
  • University extension centers

Typically, career and technical educators have a passion for instructing young adults.

What is the job outlook for career and technical education teachers?

Currently, there isn't a lot of growth in this career field.

However, there are still available job openings with rewarding outcomes.

Average pay

$71,110

Mean annual pay in 2023 for career and technical education teachers in elementary and secondary schools
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Job availability

14,800

Projected openings for career and technical education teachers each year, on average, in 2022-32.
Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Major in career and technical education