The goals of CTE employment services are as follows:

• Career Guidance: We personalize career guidance and counseling, helping individuals navigate their career paths and make informed decisions. We offer guidance on career exploration, goal setting, and creating a strategic plan for professional growth.
  
  
• Empowerment: Our primary goal is to empower currently enrolled CTE students and alumni by providing them with the necessary resources, knowledge, and skills to succeed in their chosen career paths.
  
  
• Job Readiness: We strive to enhance the job readiness of our CTE students by offering a range of services such as resume building, interview preparation, and professional development workshops. Our aim is to equip individuals with the tools needed to confidently enter the job market.
  
  
• Networking: We encourage and facilitate networking opportunities for CTE students, helping them connect with industry professionals, mentors, and fellow students or alumni. Building a strong professional network is crucial for long-term career success.
  
  
• Opportunity Exploration: We assist students and alumni in exploring a diverse range of opportunities related to their career interests, which includes identifying internships, employment opportunities, and workshops that align with their goals and aspirations.
  
  
• Support and Resources: We offer ongoing support and access to a wide range of resources, including job boards and skill-building resources. Our aim is to ensure CTE students have the tools they need to succeed.

By aligning our efforts with these goals, we aim to empower, guide, and support CTE students as they navigate their career journeys, ultimately helping them achieve success and fulfillment in their chosen fields.

The services offered by CTE employment services include:

• Alumni Services: Ongoing support and resources for CTE alumni, including job listings and career counseling.
  
  
• Career Counseling: Personalized guidance to help individuals clarify career goals and develop a strategic plan for professional growth.
  
  
• Industry Partnerships: Collaborations with local employers and organizations to provide diverse internship and employment opportunities.
  
  
• Job Readiness Workshops: Interactive workshops focused on enhancing job readiness skills, including resume writing, interview preparation, networking strategies, and professional etiquette.
  
  
• Job Search Support: Resources and strategies for effective job searching, including access to job boards and help with resume and cover letter development.
  
  
• Networking Events: Opportunities to connect with industry professionals, employers, and peers through events and career fairs.

These services aim to assist Citrus College CTE students and alumni in becoming job-ready and finding opportunities aligned with their career interests.