Bureau of Career Development

Mission

To promote career and technical education as a total educational philosophy for our state which will ensure that every citizen of New Hampshire graduates from high school ready and prepared for higher education and the world of work.

The Bureau of Career Development provides leadership and support for the career and technical education (CTE) system at both secondary and postsecondary levels. This system provides education in career pathways leading to further education and employment opportunities. Activities include, but are not limited to

• Connecting secondary and postsecondary institutions;
• Managing the use of federal CTE funds for program improvement at secondary and postsecondary institutions and correctional facilities;
• Providing career guidance and learning choices;
• Providing direction for the system of 30 secondary regional career and technical centers and sub-centers;
• Providing direction to the delivery system of apprenticeship related instruction;
• Supporting facility development and renovation at the secondary regional centers;
• Supporting introductory offerings beginning at the middle school level leading to career and technical education.