High School CTE

High School Career and Technical Education

Please see each career cluster category below to expand and see our NHHS courses, industry information, student opportunities, college credits available, and curricular documents.

Note: All CTE programs at NHHS must align with a high-skill, high-wage career.

Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing blends engineering, design, and technology to create high-tech products in industries like aerospace, medical devices, and robotics. Students learn how engineering concepts connect directly to real-world production, using tools like CAD, robotics, and precision machinery. This pathway prepares students for careers that combine problem-solving, innovation, and hands-on skills, with opportunities for certifications, apprenticeships, or college programs.

NHHS Courses

Computer Aided Design 1
Computer Aided Design 2
Engineering (University of Bridgeport Credit)
Introduction to Engineering
Manufacturing Systems (Goodwin University Credit)
Robotics

Arts, Entertainment, & Design

Arts, Entertainment, & Design combines creativity, technology, and storytelling in fields like fashion, digital multimedia, and publishing. Students learn to turn ideas into finished products using digital tools, design principles, and multimedia platforms. This pathway develops both artistic and technical skills, preparing students for careers in creative industries or advanced studies in media, design, and communications.

NHHS Courses:

Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Advanced Fashion Design
Advanced Media Production (Quinnipiac University Credit)
Fashion Design
Housing/Interior Design
Media Production
TV Sports Media Production
UConn Popular Music and Diversity in American Society (UConn Credit)
Yearbook Publication and Design

Construction

Construction focuses on building, repairing, and maintaining structures, combining hands-on trade skills with technical knowledge. Students in courses like wood technology, basic home repair, and construction systems learn how design and planning come together in real-world projects. This pathway prepares students for careers in skilled trades, construction management, or further education in engineering and building technologies.

NHHS Courses:

Basic Home Repair
Construction Systems
Wood Technology

Digital Technology

Digital Technology is a fast-growing pathway focused on information systems, networks, and cybersecurity. Students develop technical and problem-solving skills while learning to protect systems, analyze data, and respond to digital threats. Even with limited course offerings now, this pathway provides a strong foundation for future careers in IT, cybersecurity, and technology innovation.

NHHS Courses:

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Education

Education prepares students for careers in teaching, mentoring, and supporting the development of others. Students gain practical experience, lesson-planning skills, and knowledge of learning strategies, often earning college credit in the process. This pathway addresses the growing teaching shortage while offering meaningful opportunities to shape the next generation.

NHHS Courses:

Child Development 1 (CT State College Credit)
Child Development 2 (CT State College Credit)
CDA Credential Preparation (CT State College Credit)
Discovering Children
Introduction to Public Education (Quinnipiac University Credit)
Nursery School Internship
Teachers, Schools, & Society (Quinnipiac University Credit)

Financial Services

Financial Services develops skills in managing money, analyzing financial information, and supporting individuals and businesses in making sound economic decisions. Through courses in accounting, finance, economics, and personal finance, students gain practical knowledge in budgeting, investing, and financial planning, preparing them for careers in banking, accounting, investment, and beyond.

NHHS Courses:

Accounting 1 (University of Bridgeport Credit)
Accounting 2
Advanced Personal Finance (University of Bridgeport Credit)
Economics
Personal Finance (CT State Graduation Requirement)

Healthcare & Human Services

Healthcare & Human Services focuses on improving health and quality of life through patient care and support services. Students gain hands-on experience in medical careers, including earning a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate and participating in clinical experiences, preparing them for entry-level healthcare roles or further study in nursing and medical professions.

NHHS Courses:

Introduction to Medical Careers
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Hospitality, Events, & Tourism

Hospitality, Events, & Tourism emphasizes creating exceptional experiences through food, service, and event management. Students in culinary, baking, and restaurant management courses learn both technical food preparation and business operations, preparing them for careers as chefs, bakers, managers, or event professionals.

NHHS Courses:

Baking 1
Baking 2 (CT State College Credit)
Culinary 1 (CT State College Credit)
Culinary 2
Foods & Nutrition

Management & Entrepreneurship

Management & Entrepreneurship develops leadership, innovation, and business skills. Students explore business management, international business, and entrepreneurial concepts, learning how to lead teams, analyze markets, and launch ideas. This pathway prepares students for careers in business leadership, startups, or advanced studies in business and management.

NHHS Courses:

Business Management (University of Bridgeport Credit)
Contemporary Business Law (University of Bridgeport Credit)
International Business
Introduction to Business

Marketing & Sales

Marketing & Sales focuses on connecting products and services with the right audiences through strategy, creativity, and communication. Students learn about consumer behavior, advertising, and sales, with opportunities like DECA competitions to practice real-world business challenges. This pathway prepares students for careers in marketing, branding, sales, and digital media.

NHHS Courses:

Business of Sports
Fashion Merchandising
Marketing 1
Marketing 2 (DECA)

Supply Chain & Transportation

Supply Chain & Transportation emphasizes the movement of goods and the maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Students in the automotive program work in fully equipped bays simulating real repair shops, gaining hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. This pathway prepares students for careers in automotive technology, logistics, and transportation management.

NHHS Courses:

Automotive 1
Automotive 2 (CT State College Credit)
Transportation Systems