Career & Tech Center
Career Technical Education (CTE) at DCTC
Through the Intermediate School District 917 Career & Tech Center (CTC), Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs provide tuition-free, career-focused educational opportunities for 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students from Intermediate School District 917’s member districts throughout the south metro. Students remain enrolled in their resident high schools while attending 80-minute, hands-on CTE courses as part of their regular school day. Instruction is delivered in industry-standard, technology-rich learning envrionments designed to prepare students for high-demand careers, postsecondary education, apprenticeships, and industry-recognized credential attainment. Programs emphasize authentic, project-based learning experiences that connect classroom instruction with real-world workforce expectations. Some districts may provice bussing, however, students can also drive if permitted by their resident school.
ISD 917 CTE Programs for 2026-2027:
- Career Seminar
- Construction Trades
- Cybersecurity – Programming
- Esthetics – Cosmetology
- Graphic Design
- Heavy Duty Truck
- Mechatronics
- Nail Technician – Cosmetology
- Power Sports
- Total Auto Care
- Video Game Design
About our Career & Tech Center (CTC)
Co-located on the campus of Dakota County Technical College (DCTC), the Intermediate School District 917 Career & Tech Center (CTC) provides students with hands-on, industry-aligned learning experiences in state-of-the-art classrooms and labs. Students engage with curriculum, equipment, and technology that reflect current industry standards, preparing them for postsecondary education, apprenticeships, industry-recognized credentials, and high-demand careers. Tuition-free CTE programs are available to 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students from Intermediate School District 917’s nine member districts, allowing students to explore career pathways while earning high school credit as part of their regular school day.
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ISD 917's CTE programs support students along educational pipelines that lead to high-skill, high-wage careers. Our district is part of the Dakota County Perkins Consortium that supports collaboration among local districts and Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) to emphasize quality and equity, encourage and incentivize innovation, strengthen partnerships, and increase employment opportunities for populations who are chronically unemployed or under-employed.
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ISD 917 staff work closely with each student’s resident school district to coordinate Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming and ensure equitable access for all students. For students receiving special education and/or related services, programming is delivered in accordance with the supports, accommodations, modifications, and services outlined in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). This collaborative approach helps ensure that students can fully participate in CTE programming while receiving the individualized support necessary for success.
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Member District Transportation Number Special Education Number Special School District 6, South St. Paul 651-451-1375 651-457-9496 Independent School District 191, Burnsville-Eagan-Savage 952-985-7500 952-707-2069 Independent School District 192, Farmington 651-463-8689 651-463-5023 Independent School District 194, Lakeville 952-985-7513 952-232-2011 Independent School District 195, Randolph 507-263-2151 507-645-4773 Independent School District 196, Rosemount-Apple Valley- Eagan 651-423-7685 651-423-7626 Independent School District 197, Mendota Heights-Eagan-West St. Paul 651-403-8321 651-403-7011 Independent School District 199, Inver Grove Heights 651-306-7095 651-306-7821 Independent School District 200, Hastings 651-437-1888 651-480-7016 Independent School District 271, Bloomington 952-681-6300 952-681-6508 -
ISD 917 CTE students receive their school meals from their home districts. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our School Counselor.
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To enroll, students should visit with their home school's counselor for an application form or call 651-423-8458 for more information.