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West Michigan Tech Talent

Technology careers power the systems behind apps, websites, data, cybersecurity and more. In West Michigan, tech jobs are growing fast and are needed in every industry - from healthcare to manufacturing to entertainment. If you enjoy solving problems, being creative or working with computers, a tech career could be a great path. The demand is high, and the opportunities are in West Michigan.

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Kent Career Technical Center (KCTC)

KCTC serves Kent County and Barry County high school juniors and seniors including public, private, and home-schooled students.

Description

We're focused on you. Your goals. Your future. Wherever you want to go, we help you get there. College, certifications, internship, apprenticeship, technical training and a rewarding career are what we prepare you for - all while you're still in high school. Along the way, you'll gain some great benefits, like new friends from across the region who are interested in the same things you are. Plus, you'll be learning in a professional environment that prepares you for the workplace. Our students, like you, are achievers. They want to learn valuable skills, explore careers, make business connections, earn college and high school credit, and start their futures - today.

Career Contact Information

Programs of Study

Information Technology Related Programs:

  • Aviation

  • Engineering

  • Mechatronics

  • Marketing & Design

  • Networking & Cybersecurity

  • Digital Animation & Game Programming

Credentials Information

Ready to get a jump start on college? You've come to the right place. Almost all of our students go on to college or technical training with college credit already on their transcripts. The Tech Center can help you get FREE college credit!

Articulated College Credit 

Articulation allows students to earn college credits for certain courses taken at the Tech Center. Students interested in applying for articulated credit should speak with their instructor to learn about specific articulation agreements for their program.

Articulation with Baker College 

Articulation with Davenport University

Articulation with Grand Rapids Community College

Articulation with Ferris State University

Direct College Credit

The Tech Center offers a number of direct college credit opportunities where the students are enrolled in the specific college course.  For more information, please ask to speak to one of our counselors 616-365-2370.

Location Information

1655 E Beltline Ave NE,

Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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