Education
Cy-Fair ISD sees increases in career, technical readiness programs
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Goree said the health science program in partic- ular is experiencing notable growth and demand, both within CFISD and across Texas, citing high demand and wages in the health care industry statewide. Industry certications within this career cluster include: • Certied nurse aide • Emergency medicine technician, basic • Pharmacy technician • Registered dental assistant • Patient care technician On the other hand, Goree said, the district has seen a temporary decline in interest in hospitality related programs in association with lower wages. “Increased student interest in practical, career-focused education plays a key role, espe- cially as alternatives to traditional college paths gain value,” Goree said.
Enrollment in career and technical education programs in Cy-Fair ISD has increased by almost 3,000 students in the last six years, according to annual district data. In the 2024- 25 school year, 40,000 students across the district were enrolled in CTE courses. Chief Academic Ocer Tonya Goree said this is in part because high school students are taking advantage of the chance to obtain industry recognized certications at a lower cost, which allow them to enter the work force right after graduation. For example, the average cost of a post- secondary cosmetology program ranges from $13,000 to $20,000, Goree said, but CFISD students can complete the training for free with exception of the nal exam cost.
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SOURCE: CYFAIR ISDCOMMUNITY IMPACT
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