Rigor At-a-Glance

Students working on electrical project

Career and Technical Education (CTE) is for everyone, whether you are looking to start your career right after high school or use our programs to get a jump start on four-year college and beyond. We have programs for high school students of all ages and abilities. Don't let any minimum requirements discourage you –- if you aren't sure if a course is for you, talk to your guidance counselor about what would be a good fit.

Rigor level 1

  • No minimum college placement scores recommended
  • Aligns with Minnesota State Standards
  • Opportunity to earn industry credentials

Courses at rigor level 1:

Rigor level 2

  • Some minimum college placement scores recommended
  • Aligns with Minnesota State Standards
  • Opportunity to earn industry credentials
  • Opportunity to earn college credits (most programs)

Courses at rigor level 2:

Rigor level 3

  • Minimum college placement scores recommended (most programs)
  • Aligns with Minnesota State Standards
  • Opportunity to earn industry credentials
  • Opportunity to earn college credits

Courses at rigor level 3: