Charlottesville Area Technical Education Center (CATEC)

Charlottesville Area Technical Education Center (CATEC) is a public technical education institution located in Charlottesville, Virginia. CATEC serves high school students and adults in the Charlottesville area by providing career and technical education programs designed to develop workforce-ready skills in applied fields.

Programs at CATEC span a range of technical disciplines including healthcare, culinary arts, information technology, automotive technology, cosmetology, and welding, among others. Students may earn industry certifications and credentials through these programs, which are structured to articulate with postsecondary pathways. Adult education and workforce development courses are also available for community members seeking to upgrade their skills.

Charlottesville is located in central Virginia at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is home to the University of Virginia. CATEC serves the Albemarle County and City of Charlottesville school divisions, providing a regional resource for technical and vocational training in the greater Charlottesville community.