High Schools in North Carolina/ South Carolina

Construction Career Pathway Schools in North Carolina

North Carolina supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in construction through the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS). 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 emphasize hands-on training, dual enrollment, apprenticeships, and work-based learning. Over 100,000 students participate in CTE programs annually, with pathways supported by initiatives like NCDPI’s Career Pathways and NCCCS partnerships for stackable credentials.

High School Districts with Construction Pathways

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

District/School	Location	Program Details
Durham Public Schools (Various high schools, e.g., Riverside High School)	Durham, NC	Construction Technology Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on building trades, carpentry, and electrical; Work-based learning and dual enrollment with Durham Technical Community College.
Guilford County Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., Northeast Guilford High School)	Greensboro, NC	Architecture & Construction Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on training in construction management and trades; Dual enrollment with Guilford Technical Community College.
Wake County Public School System (Multiple high schools, e.g., Wake Forest High School)	Raleigh, NC	Building Construction Technology; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Pathways in carpentry and construction; Work-based learning with Wake Technical Community College.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., Olympic High School)	Charlotte, NC	Construction Trades Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on HVAC, electrical, and plumbing; Dual enrollment with Central Piedmont Community College.
Cumberland County Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., Cape Fear High School)	Fayetteville, NC	Construction Management Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on projects in building trades; Dual enrollment with Fayetteville Technical Community College.

Construction Career Pathway Schools in South Carolina

South Carolina supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in construction through the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and the South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS). 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 emphasize hands-on training, dual enrollment, apprenticeships, and work-based learning. Over 50,000 students participate in CTE programs annually, with pathways supported by initiatives like SCDE’s career clusters and SCTCS partnerships.

Below is a compiled list from SCDE resources, SCTCS, district websites, and CTE directories. It’s organized by type (high schools and community/technical colleges) and includes key program details. This is not exhaustive; for full listings, visit SCDE’s CTE page (ed.sc.gov/instruction/career-and-technical-education) or SCTCS (sctechsystem.edu).

High Schools with Construction Pathways

These public high schools offer CTE programs, often through career centers or district-wide initiatives, with NCCER-aligned courses and dual-credit options via SCTCS colleges.

School/District	Location	Program Details
Enoree Career Center (Greenville County Schools)	Greenville, SC	Building Construction Program; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Two-year hands-on training in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC; Work-based learning and apprenticeships; Prepares for entry-level trades or further education.
Lexington Technology Center (Lexington County School District One)	Lexington, SC	Building Construction Cluster; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Courses in construction processes, safety, and project management; Dual enrollment with Midlands Technical College; Available to students from all district high schools.
St. James High School (Horry County Schools)	Murrells Inlet, SC	Career Technology Education (CTE) in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on building trades and technical skills; Work-based learning integrated with academics.
Clover High School (York County School District 2)	Clover, SC	Career and Technology Center Programs in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on training in carpentry and related trades; Dual enrollment options.
Socastee High School (Horry County Schools)	Myrtle Beach, SC	Career and Technology Education in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Courses meet graduation requirements; Focus on career exploration and skills for trades.
Advantage Academy (Florence 1 Schools)	Florence, SC	CTE Construction Classes; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Available to students from all three Florence 1 high schools; Hands-on training in building trades.
Various High Schools (Beaufort County School District)	Beaufort, SC	CTE in Architecture & Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Programs for grades 7-12 leading to career concentrations; Work-based learning and dual enrollment.
Various High Schools (Charleston County School District)	Charleston, SC	CTE Programs of Study in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Aligned with local talent needs; Seamless transitions to postsecondary education or careers.
Various High Schools (School District of Pickens County)	Easley, SC	CTE in Intro to Building Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Expanding programs in construction trades; Focus on career readiness.