Learn more at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-12/career-and-technical-education-cte/academies-and-specialized
By enrolling in a CTE course or program, students learn the technical applications of many occupations while preparing for higher education or entry-level employment. A core, or standard, program of CTE courses is offered in every middle and high school. Based on the needs of the populations served, each school determines optional courses to be offered.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) in Fairfax County Public Schools includes:
Business and Information Technology
Accounting
Information Systems
Business
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Development
Culinary Arts
Fashion Design
Health and Medical Sciences
Animal Science
Dental Careers
Emergency Response
Medical assisting
Nursing
Pharmacy
Rehabilitation
Marketing
Technology Education and Engineering
Trade and Industrial Education