Natural Resources Programs

Forestry & Horticulture

Forestry & Horticulture

Students will develop essential employability skills related to the forestry and horticulture industries such as:

  • training in timber management

  • logging

  • woodworking

  • wildlife management

  • surveying

  • soil science

  • greenhouse production

  • hydroponic vegetable production

  • gardening

  • maple syrup production

  • apple orchard management and

  • landscaping

An intense and rigorous program that will prepare students if they choose a career in forestry or horticulture.

Mechanical & Small Engines

Mechanical & Small Engines

Students in this program will get hands-on experience that involves:

  • heavy equipment operation

  • welding

  • metal fabrication

  • small power-equipment maintenance and repair

  • basic electrical training

  • production & marketing

Career work experience positions in small engine repair and welding are available to advanced students who qualify and are selected.

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PROGRAM OPTIONS

CTE Natural Resources students are offered a unique opportunity to experience resource management training by choosing one of two program pathways:

  • Forestry & Horticulture or

  • Agricultural Mechanics

High School students in the program will receive

  • 1 Math Credit

  • 1 Science Credit

  • 1 English Credit

  • 3 Elective Credits

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Students wishing to participate in the Natural Resources program at CTE are offered a unique opportunity to experience science, technology and management training.

In existence for over 30 years, these award winning, fast-paced programs will prepare students for employment while working in “living” laboratories.

Production & Marketing

All students in Natural Resources, regardless of program pathway, will participate in food-science training focused on the production and marketing aspects of apple orchards, maple syrup production and other market food products.

OPPORTUNITIES

Dual Enrollment Opportunities

All students at the Center for Technology, Essex may seek eligibility for enrollment in a variety of college level courses offered through local colleges such as Champlain College, University of Vermont and Community College of Vermont.

Career Experiences

  • Work-based Learning

  • School-Work Cooperative Opportunities

  • Apprenticeships