High Schools in Georgia

Construction Career Pathway Schools in Georgia

Georgia supports comprehensive Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs in construction through the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). 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 CTAE programs annually, with pathways available in middle and high schools across districts. GaDOE introduced 21 new Academic Career Pathways in 2025, blending academics with CTAE coursework.

Below is a compiled list from GaDOE resources, district websites, TCSG, and directories like Niche.com. It’s organized by type (high school districts and community/technical colleges) and includes key program details. This is not exhaustive (Georgia has over 180 school districts with CTAE); for full listings, visit GaDOE’s CTAE page (gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/CTAE) or TCSG (tcsg.edu/programs).

High School Districts with Construction Pathways

These public districts offer CTAE at middle and high school levels, often with NCCER-aligned courses, dual-credit options, and pathways in building trades, construction management, and related fields.

District/School	Location	Program Details
Gwinnett County Public Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., Archer High School, Berkmar High School, Brookwood High School)	Lawrenceville, GA	CTAE Pathways in Architecture & Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Courses in building trades, drafting, and management; Work-based learning and dual enrollment with Gwinnett Technical College; Part of 17 career clusters serving thousands of students.
Forsyth County Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., Forsyth Central High School, North Forsyth High School)	Cumming, GA	CTAE MS & HS Pathways in Construction; NCCER Core/Level 1, OSHA-10; Sequenced courses in building trades and technical skills; Dual enrollment options; Focus on career exploration and industry credentials.
Newton County Schools (Multiple middle and high schools, e.g., Alcovy High School, Eastside High School, Newton High School)	Covington, GA	CTAE Construction Pathways; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Programs at all middle and high schools; Hands-on training in carpentry, electrical, and construction management; Prepares for postsecondary and workforce entry.
Clayton County Public Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., Jonesboro High School, Mundy’s Mill High School)	Jonesboro, GA	CTAE Pathways in Architecture & Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Interdisciplinary skills in building trades; Work-based learning and industry partnerships; Part of 17 career clusters emphasizing career readiness.
Paulding County School District (Multiple high schools, e.g., Hiram High School, Paulding County High School)	Dallas, GA	CTAE Pathways in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Courses from 17 Georgia career clusters, including building trades and management; Dual enrollment and apprenticeships; Focus on student choice and skill development.