Pathways in Technology High Schools (P-TECH)

students for continued education and high-demand careers.

Beginning as early as 9th grade, P-TECH students have the opportunity to earn a high school diploma, college credit, and an industry-recognized credential or postsecondary degree or certificate while gaining valuable career-based learning experiences.

What You'll Gain

Through P-TECH, students can:

  • Develop technical and professional skills aligned with high-demand industries
  • Earn college credit while completing high school graduation requirements
  • Work toward an industry-recognized credential, certificate, or college degree
  • Participate in career-based learning experiences, which may include mentoring, job shadowing, internships, or other opportunities with industry partners
  • Collaborate on real-world projects that connect classroom learning with workplace applications
  • Prepare for industry certification exams associated with their selected career pathway
  • Build a foundation for continued education and employment after high school

P-TECH Career Pathways

HCC partners with area school districts to offer P-TECH pathways in a variety of high-demand career fields. Program offerings vary by partner school and may include areas such as:

  • Business
  • Culinary Arts
  • Health Sciences
  • Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC)
  • Information Technology and Cybersecurity
  • Welding Technology

Partner School Districts

HCC partners with Houston-area school districts to provide P-TECH opportunities to eligible high school students. To learn more about available pathways and program opportunities at a specific P-TECH school, please visit the participating school district’s P-TECH webpage.

Fort Bend ISD

Houston ISD

Premier High School

Raul Yzaguirre School for Success

Southwest Public Schools

Stafford MSD

Contact Us

Do you have more questions? Contact the P-16 Director for your service area

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HCC Dual Credit Program