Industry-Based Certifications position CTE students a step ahead of other applicants for employment in industry. Students earning an Industry-Based Certification possess the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in a specific career. Earning these credentials shows that students are experienced in real-world industry skills which makes them more competitive in the job market.
Each unique CTE Program of Study offers opportunities for students to earn industry-based certifications. Some certifications have age and/or specific industry requirements. Check with your campus CTE teachers and counselors to see what opportunities are at your school.
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
- AWS D9.1 Sheet Metal Welding
- BASF Plant Science Certification
- Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management Certification
- Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification
- Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification
- NHJTCA Equine Management and Evaluation
- NRCS Fundamentals of Conservation & Sustainability in Ag
- Principles of Floral Design Certification
- Texas State Florist’s Association Level I Certification
- Texas State Florist’s Association Level II Certification
- Texas State Florist's Association Knowledge Based Floral Certification
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
Architecture & Construction
- Electrical Apprenticeship Certificate Level 1 (520)
- NCCER Core
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
- Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic Design and Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Certified Professional in Print and Digital Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Effects and Motion Graphics Using Adobe After Effects
- NOCTI: Audio-Visual Communications - Job Ready
- NOCTI: Digital Video Production Foundations
Business, Marketing, and Finance
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business
- Facebook Digital Marketing Associate Certification (META)
- Intuit QuickBooks Certified User
- NOCTI: Accounting - Basic- Job Ready
- NOCTI: Administrative Assisting- Job Ready
Education & Training
- Educational Aide I
Engineering
- Autodesk Associate (Certified User) AutoCAD
- Autodesk Associate (Certified User) Fusion 360
- Autodesk Associate (Certified User) Inventor for Mechanical Design
- Autodesk Associate (Certified User) Revit Architecture
- NOCTI: Engineering Technology Foundations
Health Science
- Biotechnician Assistant Credentialing Exam (BACE)
- Certified CLinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- Certified EKG Technician
Hospitality & Tourism
- Certified Hospitality & Tourism Management Professional
- Food Protection Manager Certification
- NOCTI: Travel and Tourism
- ServSafe Manager
Human Services
- Cosmetology Operator License
Information Technology
- Apple App Development with Swift
- CodeHS Cybersecurity Level 1 Certification
- CodeHS Python Level 1 Certification
- CodeHS Web Design Level 1 Certification
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
- NOCTI: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 Programmer
- Unity Certified User: Programmer
Law & Public Service
- Basic Structure Fire Protection
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic**
- Non-Commissioned Security Officer Level II
Manufacturing
TBD
Transportation and Distribution
- ASE Refrigerant, Recovery, & Recycling