High Schools in Neveda

Construction Career Pathway Schools in Nevada

Nevada emphasizes Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in construction through the Nevada Department of Education (NDE) and community colleges. These align with the Architecture & Construction career cluster, offering certifications like NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) Core/Level 1, OSHA-10/30, and industry credentials in areas such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and construction management. Programs focus on hands-on training, dual enrollment (e.g., CTE College Credit for free college credits while in high school), apprenticeships, and work-based learning. Over 10,000 students participate in CTE programs annually, with pathways supported by regional districts like Clark County and Washoe County. Key initiatives include NDE’s CTE standards and partnerships with institutions like the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) for articulated credits.

Below is a compiled list from NDE resources, district websites, and community college directories. It’s organized by type (high school districts and community colleges) and includes key program details. This is not exhaustive (Nevada has over 100 high schools with CTE elements); for full listings, visit NDE’s CTE page (doe.nv.gov/cte) or CSN’s CTE programs (csn.edu/hs-cte-programs).

High School Districts with Construction Pathways

These public districts offer CTE at the high school level, often through regional centers or partnerships, with NCCER-aligned courses and dual-credit options.

District/School	Location	Program Details
Clark County School District (Multiple high schools, e.g., Desert Oasis High School, Durango High School, Southeast Career and Technical Academy – SECTA)	Las Vegas, NV	Building Trades/Construction Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC; Dual enrollment with CSN for college credits; Work-based learning and apprenticeships; SECTA specializes in construction tech with hands-on projects.
Washoe County School District (Multiple high schools, e.g., Reno High School, Spanish Springs High School, Wooster High School)	Reno/Sparks, NV	CTE Construction and Building Trades; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Courses in blueprint reading, safety, framing, electrical; Dual enrollment with TMCC; Work-based learning; Over 70 CTE programs district-wide, including construction.
Southern Nevada Trades High School (SNTHS)	Las Vegas, NV	Dedicated Construction Trades Program; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on training in building trades, welding, and construction management; Charter school focused on CTE for grades 9-12; Prepares for apprenticeships and industry jobs.
Lyon County School District (Multiple high schools, e.g., Yerington High School, Silver Stage High School)	Yerington/Dayton, NV	CTE Construction Pathways; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on building trades and technical skills; Dual enrollment options; Part of 17 career clusters with work-based learning.