High Schools in Idaho

Construction Career Pathway Schools in Idaho

Idaho supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in construction through the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education (CTE) and institutions like the Idaho State Board of Education. These align with the Trades & Industry career area, 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, with partnerships via initiatives like We Build Idaho and Next Steps Idaho. Over 20,000 students participate in CTE programs annually, with pathways available in middle and high schools across districts.

Below is a compiled list from Idaho CTE resources, district websites, and college directories. It’s organized by type (high school districts and community colleges) and includes key program details. This is not exhaustive (Idaho has over 100 school districts with CTE); for full listings, visit Idaho CTE (cte.idaho.gov/programs) or Next Steps Idaho (nextsteps.idaho.gov/training-directory).

High School Districts with Construction Pathways

These public districts offer CTE 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
West Ada School District (Multiple high schools, e.g., Eagle High School, Rocky Mountain High School)	Meridian, ID	CTE Construction Trades; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on learning on construction job sites; Focus on building trades, safety, and project management; Dual enrollment options with College of Western Idaho.
Middleton School District (Middleton High School)	Middleton, ID	CTE Pathways in Construction; NCCER Core/Level 1, OSHA-10; Sequenced courses in building trades and technical skills; Work-based learning and industry partnerships; Prepares for postsecondary and apprenticeships.
Lakeland Joint School District (Lakeland High School, Timberlake Senior High School)	Rathdrum, ID	CTE Construction Programs; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on training in carpentry, electrical, and construction management; Dual enrollment and career exploration.
Technical Careers High School	Idaho Falls, ID	Residential Construction Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on all aspects of residential construction (framing to finish work); Prepares for careers in building trades.
Career Technical Education Center (CTEC – Idaho Falls School District)	Idaho Falls, ID	CTE Construction Pathways; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Comprehensive programs in building trades; High-demand industry preparation with work-based learning.
Portneuf Valley Technical Education & Career Campus (Pocatello/Chubbuck School District)	Pocatello, ID	CTE Pathways in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Entry-level courses in high schools leading to advanced training; Focus on technical skills and credentials.
Elevate Academy Idaho Falls	Idaho Falls, ID	Career Technical Charter School (Grades 6-12); NCCER-aligned construction focus; Hands-on trades training integrated with academics; Prepares for construction careers through community partnerships.
Blaine County School District (Wood River High School)	Hailey, ID	CTE Pathways in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Courses in building trades and management; Dual enrollment options.
Shelley School District (Shelley High School)	Shelley, ID	CTE Pathways in Construction; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on building trades and technical skills; Prepares for college and careers.