Students have the opportunity to earn industry certifications that are recognized by businesses and industries at the local, state, and national level. These certifications distinguish students as having mastered critical knowledge and skills in their fields of study.
Dinwiddie County Public Schools also partners with Brightpoint Community College. Students who are interested are able to apply to study concurrently and earn college credit through Brightpoint Community College. Our students also have the opportunity to attend Rowanty Technical Center which offers various CTE courses with certifications and licensure availability for certain fields.
Students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) Courses have the opportunity to earn credits for participating in Work-Based Learning Programs (WBL). Student must apply and be selected upon successful completion of an interview. View our Work Based Learning Guide (in PDF format) for more information on WBL opportunities.
MajorClarity is a career and college readiness platform used to provide career exploration, college searches, financial aid opportunities, microcredentials and academic planning that allows students to select classes that align with their career goals.
All CTE Courses have an associated student organization. These organizations provide the student with opportunities to compete and expand their leadership skills. We encourage all CTE students to participate in these student organizations as a means to showcase their knowledge and skills at conferences and competitions.
The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) publishes an annual report containing postsecondary education and employment data. In addition, SCHEV provide a wide range of Research and Statistics. Visit their Post Completion Wages page, their Data for Localities page, and other informative reports to help guide your child through their educational decisions for the future.