Tech Prep (Technical Preparation) is national educational reform that began in 1990 through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Act, a federally funded program and was then amended in the School to Work Opportunities Act of 1994. Tech-Prep has evolved into a program aimed at articulating up to 4 years of secondary and two years of postsecondary school programs and combing the teaching of academic and occupational skills to promote continued education and acquisition of advanced technical skills while helping students make the transition from school to work.

The Perkins law contains specific requirements for Tech Prep programs that many states have managed through the use of consortiums, but the benefits experienced by students have made this program a resounding success.

GENERAL TECH PREP    STATE AND REGIONAL TECH PROGRAMS

GENERAL TECH PREP
CORD CORD is a national nonprofit organization providing innovative changes in education to prepare students for greater success in careers and higher education. CORD's initiatives include curriculum design, developing new learning tools, delivering professional development, creating applications of educational technology, and conducting educational research and evaluation.  Source: CORD

Crossroads Educational Consortium: What is Tech Prep?  Good and concise definition of Tech Prep with links to content as well. Source: Crossroads Educational Consortium

DOE Tech Prep Several notable papers and major resources for Tech Prep.  Source: U.S. Dept of Education

National Association for Tech Prep Leadership Formed in Nashville in 1997, this is the only organization of its kind designed specifically to encourage career development, professional involvement, and networking among members who are Tech Prep leaders. Source: NATPL

National Tech Prep Network A membership organization for educators and employers involved in the advancement of Tech Prep and related education reform initiatives. Source: CORD

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STATE and REGIONAL TECH PREP PROGRAM EXAMPLES
Arizona Tech Prep

Florida Tech Prep (SunCoast Consortium)

llinois Tech Prep Program (Check out their Opening Doors brochure)

Iowa Tech Prep Program Student Spotlight!

Missouri Tech Prep Program  

New York Tech Prep

Tennessee Tech Prep

Texas Tech Prep Program

Virginia Tech Prep

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