Career and Technical Education

Summer at the Center

Registration Now Open!
July 17, 2023 to July 21, 2023
For Campers Entering Grades 6 to 9

Camp Fee: $250
Harkness Career & Technical Center
99 Aero Drive, Cheektowaga, NY 14225

Career and Technical Education
High School Programs

Erie 1 BOCES' Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs provide exciting opportunities for students to explore their passions and possible career paths. Students graduate from their high school with college credits, technical experience and industry certifications in high skill, high-demand fields.

11th and 12th graders can participate in one and two year CTE programs.
Career Exploration is available for 10th graders!
Most students earn 3.75 credits per year (academic credit is available).
Hands-on, real world programs are taught by NYS certified industry experts.
Students can participate in SkillsUSA industry-sponsored competitions and internships.

Did You Know?
97% of our CTE Students Graduate High School!

Instructional Programs Catalog

Career and Technical Education Overview Video

Program Overview Video

The Value of Career and Technical Education

Provides connections to satisfying careers.
Erie 1 BOCES is connected to hundreds of area employers who have a vested interest in our programs. Students can participate in internships and job shadowing experiences while making connections with potential employers.
Helps students get a head start on college while saving money.
Students can earn post-secondary credits in high school and enter college in advanced standings, saving money on tuition and books.
Connects academics to real-world success.
Valuable hands-on opportunities can unlock those "aha" moments when students see connections between what they're learning and how they can apply those skills in the real world. These experiences, in turn, help students choose their college majors or career paths while earning industry experience and certifications.

Senior Awards 2021

Notices

Coronavirus Information

For updated information about the Coronavirus at Erie 1 BOCES, please see our COVID-19 webpage.

Accessibility

If you are unable to access any of the Notices provided on this page, please see the information provided in Erie 1 BOCES’ Notice of Accessibility.

Adult Career Training

Learn more about our Adult Career Training Programs, including High School Equivalency.

Code of Conduct

Erie 1 BOCES' Code of Conduct.

Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)

Erie 1 BOCES is committed to providing a safe, supportive environment free from harassment, bullying and discrimination for all students. The agency encourages the involvement of staff, students, parents and community members in the implementation and reinforcement of the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA). If you believe you, or someone else, has been the target of harassment, bullying, cyber-bullying and/or discrimination, please contact the Dignity Act Coordinator at your child’s center. All complaints will be treated in a confidential manner. Anonymous reports may limit the district's ability to respond to the complaint. A prompt and thorough investigation will be conducted for all incident reports.

For more information, contact the Dignity Act Coordinator in your child’s center.
The names and contact information for each buildings Dignity Act Coordinator are provided below:

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