OFY/OFL Programs · Career & College Readiness
Career Technical Education (CTE) & College Prep
Explore your future and build real skills. Career pathways, college prep, and dual enrollment, so whatever comes after graduation, students leave ready for it.
Offerings vary by location. See your local school for available programs, services, and resources.
Six pathways to real careers
Explore career interests, build hands-on skills, and earn industry certifications before graduation.
Not ready for a full pathway? Start smaller.
Get a schedule that works for you and move at a pace that feels right.
Why career pathways change how students show up
By blending rigorous academics with practical skills and career exploration, CTE turns classrooms into launchpads for success in college, career, and beyond.
Increased Student Engagement
- Real-world relevance. Learning connects directly to future careers, making education meaningful and motivating.
- Hands-on learning. Labs, projects, and industry simulations keep students active and inspired.
- Career focus. Students gain purpose and direction as they explore real career paths.
Improved Attendance & Retention
- Higher persistence. CTE students are significantly less likely to drop out than their peers.
- Stronger connections. Cohort-based pathways build belonging and keep students invested in school.
Positive Culture & Career Alignment
- Schoolwide impact. Engaged CTE learners uplift overall morale and engagement.
- Community partnerships. Industry connections give students authentic experiences and lasting opportunities.
Academic & Skills Growth
- Applied academics. Core subjects come to life through practical, career-based applications.
- Future-ready. CTE students graduate on time and continue to college, certifications, or the workforce.
Hands-on, not just textbooks
We believe true comprehension happens when students step away from theoretical worksheets and construct real solutions. Our modern on-campus learning workshops mirror genuine professional workspaces.
- Culinary workshops with professional chefs
- Healthcare and nursing experiences
- Crime scene investigation and forensics activities
- Engineering, robotics, and design challenges
- Veterinary and animal science exploration
- Cosmetology and beauty industry experiences
- STEM and career-focused field experiences
Preparing students for what comes next
OFY and OFL offer flexible college-prep pathways built to support graduation, higher education, career readiness, and future success, so students can explore life after high school, whether that is college, trade school, military service, or the workforce. Students get:
- Postsecondary and career counseling
- Financial aid and scholarship resources
- College readiness support
- Personalized graduation and future planning
Earn college credit before you graduate
Eligible students can take dual enrollment courses and earn high school and college credit at the same time, at no cost. It is a chance to experience college-level academics, accelerate goals, and explore career paths while still in high school. Dual enrollment can be a fit for students who:
- Plan to attend a four-year college or university
- Want to challenge themselves with college-level coursework
- Want to earn college credits while finishing high school
- Are exploring career paths and want a head start on skills
- Cal Poly Pomona
- UC Irvine
- UCLA
- USC
- Cal State LA
- Yale
- University of Pennsylvania
- Loyola Marymount
- Cal State Long Beach
Our graduates have been accepted to
Academic excellence and career-focused experiences help students build a strong foundation for college and beyond.
Two programs that make college feel possible
"C.R.E.W" College Readiness Experience the World
A college readiness program that builds confidence, leadership, and college awareness.
- College readiness workshops
- Team-building activities
- Community service opportunities
- Leadership development
- Scholarship and postsecondary planning
College Tours & Campus Visits
Walk real campuses and see what college life actually looks like.
- Majors and career pathways
- Campus life and student resources
- Financial aid and admissions process
- Student organizations and activities
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