Ohio’s career-tech educators serve high school students and adults all across Ohio. There are more than 6,500 Ohio ACTE members, serving over 136,000 students in every part of Ohio.
Your Ohio ACTE membership helps maintain the visibility of career-technical and adult education in Ohio and allows students to continue to have the opportunity to participate in career-technical education.
Ohio confronts a pressing skills and talent shortage, and Ohio ACTE member educators actively tackle this challenge by collaborating closely with professionals from the business and industry sectors. Together, they are dedicated to equipping tomorrow's workforce with the essential attributes and skills required for employers to prosper. |
Unlock the Benefits
The Ohio Association for Career and Technical Education is your gateway to advancing career-technical and adult education throughout the state. By becoming a member, you join a powerful force that amplifies your impact with legislators, within our communities, and among students.
With over 6,000 members statewide, including workforce development and supportive program teachers, CTE administrators, School Board members, and adult education leaders, Ohio ACTE provides a robust network of support and collaboration.
As a member, you play a vital role in our organization. Your membership fuels professional development initiatives, raises awareness of CTE programs statewide, and fuels advocacy efforts that fortify Ohio's career-technical education landscape, ultimately leading to improved outcomes for students.
What We Offer
Career-Technical Education News:
Stay updated with the latest news and information tailored specifically for career-technical educators through the Ohio ACTE newsletters and periodic updates. Discover opportunities and events across the state, and explore job postings on our dedicated Job Board.
Classroom Tools & Best Practices:
Throughout the year, Ohio ACTE and its Divisions, representing various areas of CTE, host conferences, virtual meetings, and share resources to facilitate professional growth and collaboration. Stay informed with opportunities and events through our monthly Ohio ACTE newsletter and calendar.
Connect & Exchange Ideas:
Attend the Ohio ACTE Annual ALL Ohio Conference to engage with fellow educators, businesses, and representatives from the Ohio Department of Education Office of CTE. Explore a diverse range of professional development sessions tailored to provide the latest and most relevant information.
Legislative Representation:
Ohio ACTE works closely with legislative counsel to ensure that the interests of career-technical education are heard at both state and federal levels. Together, we build strategic alliances with government officials, regulators, and administrators, fostering an understanding of the positive impact CTE has on both students and Ohio's economy.
Membership Discounts:
Enjoy discounted registration fees for association meetings and events. Organizational/School members receive even greater discounts and exclusive access to many opportunities.
Professional Recognition & Leadership Opportunities:
Celebrate excellence within our community through our awards program, which highlights dedicated and innovative educators. Take advantage of leadership development opportunities through the Byrl R. Shoemaker CTE Institute and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of career-tech education.
Join Ohio ACTE today and unlock a wealth of benefits that empower you to thrive in career-technical education!
The Ohio Association for Career and Technical Education is your gateway to advancing career-technical and adult education throughout the state. By becoming a member, you join a powerful force that amplifies your impact with legislators, within our communities, and among students.
With over 6,000 members statewide, including workforce development and supportive program teachers, CTE administrators, School Board members, and adult education leaders, Ohio ACTE provides a robust network of support and collaboration.
As a member, you play a vital role in our organization. Your membership fuels professional development initiatives, raises awareness of CTE programs statewide, and fuels advocacy efforts that fortify Ohio's career-technical education landscape, ultimately leading to improved outcomes for students.
What We Offer
Career-Technical Education News:
Stay updated with the latest news and information tailored specifically for career-technical educators through the Ohio ACTE newsletters and periodic updates. Discover opportunities and events across the state, and explore job postings on our dedicated Job Board.
Classroom Tools & Best Practices:
Throughout the year, Ohio ACTE and its Divisions, representing various areas of CTE, host conferences, virtual meetings, and share resources to facilitate professional growth and collaboration. Stay informed with opportunities and events through our monthly Ohio ACTE newsletter and calendar.
Connect & Exchange Ideas:
Attend the Ohio ACTE Annual ALL Ohio Conference to engage with fellow educators, businesses, and representatives from the Ohio Department of Education Office of CTE. Explore a diverse range of professional development sessions tailored to provide the latest and most relevant information.
Legislative Representation:
Ohio ACTE works closely with legislative counsel to ensure that the interests of career-technical education are heard at both state and federal levels. Together, we build strategic alliances with government officials, regulators, and administrators, fostering an understanding of the positive impact CTE has on both students and Ohio's economy.
Membership Discounts:
Enjoy discounted registration fees for association meetings and events. Organizational/School members receive even greater discounts and exclusive access to many opportunities.
Professional Recognition & Leadership Opportunities:
Celebrate excellence within our community through our awards program, which highlights dedicated and innovative educators. Take advantage of leadership development opportunities through the Byrl R. Shoemaker CTE Institute and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of career-tech education.
Join Ohio ACTE today and unlock a wealth of benefits that empower you to thrive in career-technical education!
Membership Categories
INDIVIDUAL | Professional
Educators associated with the administration of career-technical and adult education and employed full-time as an administrator.
INDIVIDUAL | RETIRED
Educators retired from active employment in career-technical education and have previously been a member of Ohio ACTE for at least one (1) year. Retired members must notify Ohio ACTE should they regain employment in career and technical education. Reemployed retirees will be considered Professional Members subject to Professional Membership rate.
INDIVIDUAL | SUPPORTER
Individuals who are not employed as an educator, but who wish to support the work of Ohio ACTE.
INDIVIDUAL | STUDENT
Individuals who are enrolled as students preparing to become career and technical educators.
Educational Institution
BUSINESS
Corporate
Businesses who support career-technical and adult education in Ohio are encouraged to join.