Connecting Career Technical Education to County Careers
San Bernardino County is partnering with school districts to strengthen connections between Career Technical Education (CTE) programs and County employment opportunities. Through Career Technical Connections, the County is identifying positions where CTE certificates may meet minimum qualifications for consideration, helping students and job seekers better understand how their training can translate into meaningful careers in public service. This effort supports a more seamless pathway from education to employment while building a skilled, local workforce ready to serve our communities.

What is Career Technical Education (CTE)?
Career Technical Education (CTE) is a pathway that combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning to prepare students for high-demand careers. CTE programs focus on real-world skills in fields such as healthcare, public safety, information technology, skilled trades, and more, helping students gain practical experience and industry-recognized certifications while still in school.
Many local school districts throughout San Bernardino County offer a wide range of CTE programs designed to support student success and career readiness. These programs provide valuable opportunities to explore career interests, build job skills, and create a strong foundation for future employment, including careers with the County.
If you’re interested in enrolling in a CTE program, we encourage you to connect with your school’s CTE Coordinator or counseling office to learn more about available pathways and how to get started. Taking part in a CTE program can be an important step toward achieving your career goals.
Why CTE Connections Matters for Students
San Bernardino County’s Career Technical Connections program helps students see how their education can lead directly to real career opportunities with the County. By identifying County jobs where CTE certificates may meet minimum qualifications, this initiative provides a clearer pathway from the classroom to meaningful employment.
For students, this means your CTE training is more than just coursework, it’s a stepping stone to a potential career in public service. You can gain relevant skills, explore career options early, and better understand what it takes to qualify for County positions.
Through this connection, students are empowered to make informed decisions about their education and future, while building a strong foundation for stable, rewarding careers that serve their local community.
CTE Matters for San Bernardino County
Career Technical Connections supports San Bernardino County’s commitment to building a strong, skilled, and locally rooted workforce. By aligning Career Technical Education (CTE) programs with County job opportunities, the County can identify and engage individuals who already possess relevant training and practical skills.
This initiative helps expand the County’s talent pipeline, making it easier to recruit qualified candidates for critical roles while reducing barriers to entry for entry-level positions. It also strengthens partnerships with local school districts, ensuring that educational programs are aligned with current and future workforce needs.
By investing in CTE pathways, the County not only enhances recruitment efforts but also supports workforce development, promotes career mobility, and fosters a workforce that reflects and serves the community.
Explore Possibilities with San Bernardino County
With over 70 high schools across San Bernardino County offering more than 80 CTE pathways, students have access to a wide range of programs that build valuable, real-world skills. Through Career Technical Connections, we are bridging those classroom experiences to potential career opportunities within County government—helping you see how your first step can lead to something much bigger.
Your first job doesn’t have to define your entire career—it’s just the beginning. San Bernardino County is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 40 departments and more than 20,000 employees, offering a wide variety of career paths and opportunities for growth.
As a County employee, you gain access to promotional opportunities that allow you to move up, across, or into entirely new fields. Whether you begin in a clerical role or another entry-level position, you can build experience and explore different career interests over time—shifting into areas like law enforcement, healthcare, public works, technology, and more.
San Bernardino County offers a unique advantage that many employers cannot: the ability to grow and evolve your career within one organization. Your journey can take many directions—what matters most is taking that first step.
After exploring the connections, visit our SBC LevelUP page to learn how you can start applying today!
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- Animal Care ServicesAnimal Care Services

- Arts, Media, & Entertainment Arts, Media, & Entertainment

- AutomotiveAutomotive

Explore our SBC LevelUP page to learn about the hiring process with the county and attend one of our learning sessions.

CTE Programs
- Agricultural and Natural Resources
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Mechanics
- Agricultural Science
- Farm and Agriculture
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Agricultural Inspector
- Agricultural Worker
- Environmental Technician
- Equipment Mechanic
- Equipment Operator
- Farm Operations
- Fleet Technician
- Lab Assistant
- Maintenance Worker
- Park Ranger
- Weights & Measures Inspector

CTE Programs
- Animal Science
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Animal Care Attendant
- Animal Control Officer
- Veterinary Assistant

CTE Programs
- Advanced Journalism
- Design Visual Arts and Media
- Drama
- Film Studies
- Fine Arts
- Game Design and Integration
- Games and Simulation
- Graphic Production Technologies
- Media and Support Services
- Product Innovation and Design
- Production and Managerial Arts
- Video Productions
- Visual Arts
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Applications Specialist
- Communications Specialist
- Design Technician
- Graphic Designer
- IT Support
- Media Specialist
- Media Technician
- Print Technician
- Project Coordinator
- Public Information Officer
- Video Technician

CTE Programs
- Automotive
- Welding and Materials Joining
- Systems, Diagnostics, Service, and Repair
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Automotive Technician
- Equipment Mechanic
- Fleet Mechanic
- Fleet Technician
- Maintenance Worker
- Welder

- Building & Construction TradesBuilding & Construction Trades

- Business & Finance Business & Finance

- EducationEducation

- Engineering & Architecture Engineering & Architecture

- Family & Social Services Family & Social Services

CTE Programs
- Building and Construction Trades
- Construction
- Operations
- Residential and Commercial Construction
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Building Inspector
- Construction Technician
- Facilities Maintenance
- Logistics Coordinator
- Maintenance Worker
- Operations Assistant
- Public Works Technician

CTE Programs
- Business Management
- Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment
- Financial Services
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Accountant
- Administrative Analyst
- Auditor
- Business Analyst
- Economic and Community Development Technician or Analyst
- Fiscal Specialist
- Office Supervisor
- Payroll Specialist
- Program Specialist
- Senior Office Assistant
- Supervising Fiscal Specialist
Entry Level Jobs
- Statistical Analyst Trainee
- Human Capital Management Analyst Trainee
- Fiscal Assistant
- Office Assistant
- Records Technician Trainee
- Title Transfer Technician Trainee
- Revenue Recovery Officer Trainee
- Applications Specialist Trainee
- Appraiser Trainee
- Law and Justice Office Assistant Trainee
- Law and Justice Office Assistant
- Economic and Community Development Technician Trainee (EDD)

CTE Programs
- Child Development
- Education
Connections
Related Departments
- Library
- Museum
- Performance Education and Resources Center
- Preschool Services
Potential County Career Pathways
- Child Care Worker
- Instructional Aid
- Preschool Teacher
- Program Assistant

CTE Programs
- Engineering
- Engineering and Architecture
- Engineering and Heavy Construction
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Technology
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones)
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- CAD Technician
- Construction Inspector
- Design Technician
- Engineering Technician
- Engineering Technician Analyst
- GIS Technician
- Planner
- Project Coordinator
- Public Works Inspector
- Survey Technician
Entry Level Jobs

CTE Programs
- Family and Human Services
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Child Support Assistant
- Eligibility Worker
- Social Worker

- Government Services Government Services

- Health Science & Medical Technology Health Science & Medical Technology

- Hospitality, Tourism, & Recreation Hospitality, Tourism, & Recreation

- Information & Communication Technologies Information & Communication Technologies

- Installation, Maintenance & Repair Installation, Maintenance & Repair

CTE Programs
- Business Management
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Administrative Assistant
- Office Supervisor
Entry Level Jobs

CTE Programs
- Biotechnology
- Health Science
- Healthcare
- Medical
- Mental and Behavioral Health
- Patient Care
- Pharmacy Technician
- Public and Community Health
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Science
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Behavioral Health Specialist
- Case Manager
- Clinic Assistant
- Dental Assistant
- Health Educator
- Health Technician
- Healthcare Assistant
- Lab Assistant
- Lab Technician
- Medical Assistant
- Nursing Assistant
- Outreach Worker
- Patient Care Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
- Research Assistant
- Technician

CTE Programs
- Culinary Arts and Management
- Food Service and Hospitality
- Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation
- International Business
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Cook
- Economic Development Specialist
- Food Services Worker
- Kitchen Supervisor
- Parks Worker
- Recreation Coordinator

CTE Programs
- Computer Technology
- Information and Support Services
- Networking
- Software and Systems Development
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Applications Analyst
- Developer
- Help Desk Technician
- IT Specialist
- IT Support
- IT Technician
- Network Technician
- Systems Support

CTE Programs
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
- Landscaping
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Groundskeeper
- HVAC Technician
- Maintenance Worker
- Parks Maintenance
Entry Level Jobs

- Law Enforcement & Emergency Response Law Enforcement & Emergency Response

- Legal Services Legal Services

- Marketing, Sales, & Services Marketing, Sales, & Services

- Military Service Military Service

- Public AdministrationPublic Administration

CTE Programs
- Criminal Justice
- Emergency Response
- Public Safety
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Emergency Services Technician
- Firefighter
- Probation Corrections Officer
- Probation Officer
- Sheriff Deputy

CTE Programs
- Criminal Justice
- Legal Services
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Corrections Officer
- Legal Clerk
- Paralegal
- Probation Corrections Officer

CTE Programs
- Marketing, Sales, and Services
- Professional Sales
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Communications Assistant
- Economic and Community Development (ECD) Technician or Analyst
- Outreach Coordinator

CTE Programs
- Military
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Veterans Services
- Public Safety

CTE Programs
- Business Management
- Professional Sales
Connections
Related Departments
Potential County Career Pathways
- Administrative Analyst
- Business Services Representative
- Office Supervisor
Entry Level Jobs
