High Schools in Virginia

Construction Career Pathway Schools in Virginia

Virginia supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in construction through the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). 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 690,000 students participate in CTE courses annually in grades 6-12, with pathways preparing for skilled trades or further education.

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 through VCCS colleges.

District/School	Location	Program Details
Prince William County Public Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., Battlefield High School, Brentsville District High School)	Manassas, VA	Building Trades Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on masonry, carpentry, electricity, and plumbing; Work-based learning and dual enrollment with Northern Virginia Community College.
Virginia Beach City Public Schools (Technical and Career Education Center)	Virginia Beach, VA	Construction Technology; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on training in roles like architects, carpenters, electricians, plumbers; Dual enrollment options; Focus on individual and group projects.
Sussex County Public Schools (Sussex Central High School)	Sussex, VA	CTE Construction Programs; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; 49 CTE courses with early college credits and industry credentials; Work-based learning and job shadowing.
Floyd County High School	Floyd, VA	CTE Construction Pathways; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on skills in building trades; Prepares for postsecondary and workforce; Dual enrollment available.
Henrico County Public Schools (Advanced Career Education Centers at Highland Springs and Hermitage)	Henrico, VA	CTE in Building Trades; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; One- and two-year skill-based programs; Dual enrollment and industry partnerships; Open to juniors and seniors.
Prince George County Public Schools (Prince George High School)	Prince George, VA	CTE Construction Programming; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Pathways for grades 6-12; Focus on career readiness with credentials and work experience.
Richmond Public Schools (Multiple high schools, e.g., George Wythe High School)	Richmond, VA	CTE Construction Pathways; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Industry-recognized credentials in building trades; Dual enrollment and apprenticeships.
Roanoke County Public Schools (Burton Center for Arts and Technology)	Roanoke, VA	CTE Construction Programs; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on training in building trades; Dual enrollment options; New CTE center expansion in progress.