P-TECH School Model

The Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH) initiative offers an open-enrollment program that creates workforce pathways aligned with high-demand, high-wage fields throughout the state. Students enrolled in the P-TECH program work toward an associate degree while gaining hands-on work experience.
Texas P-TECH programming is inspired by the national effort to refine career and technical education. Industry partnerships with P-TECH campuses ensure that students graduate career-ready. Industry partners provide career mentoring, host site visits, offer paid internships to enrolled students and serve on advisory councils to improve alignment of programming with workforce needs.

Click here to learn more about P-TECH on texasccrm.org.

Students who graduate from the P-TECH program enter the workforce with proven, in-demand skillsets, making them top candidates in their chosen industry.
High-growth industries in Texas include:

• Petroleum Refining and Chemical Products
• Energy
• Health Care, Biotechnology and Life Sciences
• Advanced Technologies and Manufacturing
• Information and Computer Technology
• Aerospace, Aviation, and Defense
• Education and Training
• Construction
• Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

P-TECH PROGRAM DISTINCTIONS

• Reduces barriers to college access
• Allows students to earn 60+ hours of dual college credit at no cost
• Creates a seamless transition from high school through college and into employment through local partnerships with institutions of higher education and industry
• Provides academic and social support services through dedicated staff
• Develops critical soft skills needed for college and career success
• Provides work-based learning experiences at every grade level, including internships, apprenticeships and other job training programs
• Enables students to earn an industry certificate or two-year postsecondary credential

Each program reflects key priorities for education and workforce outlined by our partners at the TEA, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Texas Workforce Commission.

P-TECH campuses are designated by the Texas Education Agency as part of the College and Career Readiness School Models Network. As the Texas Education Agency’s designated technical assistance provider, Educate Texas supports all CCRSM campuses across Texas, including all P-TECH campuses.

Click here to learn more about P-TECH on texasccrm.org.