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Career Technical Programs

Career Technical Education

Skills for Today.
Built for What's Next.

Learn by doing through hands-on programs that prepare you with practical skills, career-focused training, and pathways to real opportunities.

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See Career Technical Education in Action

Take a closer look at how Wallace students turn classroom learning into practical skills and career preparation.

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Find the path that fits your interests and goals. Wallace offers programs designed to build practical skills for technical, skilled, business, service, and technology careers.

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Train to install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot residential and commercial HVAC/R systems.

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Automotive Technology

Develop hands-on skills in automotive diagnostics, maintenance, repair, electronics, and modern vehicle technology.

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Business Technologies

Build practical business, office, accounting, technology, and administrative skills for today's workplace.

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Child Development

Prepare for rewarding careers working with young children in educational and childcare environments.

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Computer Information Science

Develop technology skills for careers in computing, networking, programming, and information systems.

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Cosmetology

Gain hands-on training and professional skills for careers in cosmetology, hair care, beauty, and salon services.

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Criminal Justice

Explore law enforcement, corrections, courts, investigations, and other areas of the criminal justice system.

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Electrical Technology

Learn technical skills for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting residential and industrial electrical systems.

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Engineering Graphics

Build skills in drafting, computer-aided design, technical drawing, and tools used in engineering and manufacturing.

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Esthetics

Prepare for professional skincare and esthetic services through classroom instruction and hands-on experience.

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Industrial Systems Technology

Learn industrial maintenance skills including automation, robotics, PLCs, mechanics, fluid power, and troubleshooting.

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Masonry

Develop hands-on skills in brick, block, construction techniques, tools, safety, and structural masonry.

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Welding Technology

Build practical welding skills through hands-on training with techniques and equipment used throughout industry.

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Short-Term Career Training

Looking for a Faster Path to the Workforce?

Not every career requires a degree. Wallace Workforce Fast-Track programs provide short-term, career-focused training designed to help you build practical skills and prepare for employment faster.

Healthcare Training Skilled Trades & Transportation Additional Training Opportunities
Career-Ready Learning

Learn It Here.
Use It Out There.

Career Technical Education connects what you learn in class with the tools, technology, environments, and skills used in the workplace.

Hands-On from the Start

Learn through labs, shops, equipment, demonstrations, projects, and practical training instead of relying on classroom theory alone.

Credentials That Matter

Many programs help prepare students to pursue certifications and industry credentials connected to their chosen career field.

More Than One Way Forward

Degree and certificate options give students multiple pathways toward employment, career advancement, or continued education.

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