Push is on to boost career tech in Michigan schools. Not all agree that’s best

Nearly 115,000 students took a career and technical education course last year. But is it a direct path to a good job? Leaders say employers want even more training and schools need more trained instructors.

By: Isabel Lohman

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: September 11, 2026

Words: 1,893

Last Updated: 6 days, 21 hours ago

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Nearly 115,000 students participated in career and technical education course in the 24-25 school year
Leaders agree career tech is good for students but caution against the message that college isn’t needed
Most of Michigan’s ‘hot jobs’ expected require a bachelor’s degree

In Genesee County, students as young as seventh grade develop career exploration plans. Across four sites in Southeast Michigan, more than 900 students attend night classes at trade school while working …

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