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Miller, Ethan J.
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Bridging the Skills Gap: The Impact of High School CTE Programs on Local Industry Recruitment in Arizona Miller, Ethan J.; Setiawan, Aris
Al Kautsar: Knowledge Advancements in Teaching Strategies and Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Al-Kautsar: Knowledge Advancements in Teacing Strategies and Research, January
Publisher : PT. Berkah Smart Academica

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This study explores the role of high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in addressing the skills gap in Arizona. Employing a qualitative descriptive case study approach, the research analyzes the effectiveness of the Career and Technical Education Districts (CTED) model in supporting local industry recruitment, particularly in the semiconductor and healthcare sectors. The findings indicate that CTE concentrators achieve a graduation rate of 94.5% , with over 90% of graduates positively engaged in the economy through direct employment or further education. The acquisition of industry-recognized credentials emerges as a decisive factor in accelerating the recruitment process. The study concludes that while CTE programs successfully serve as a strategic bridge between education and industry, challenges regarding rural access equity and the shortage of expert instructors require further policy intervention.
Co-Authors Aris Setiawan