Eligibility
You are eligible to take a Pima County JTED Career and Technical Education pathway if you are or will be a:
- High school age sophomore, junior, or senior.
- Resident of Pima County, Nogales, Rio Rico (Santa Cruz), or Mammoth-San Manuel (Pinal County).
- Student who is not currently enrolled in school but has completed 9th grade, is under 22 years of age and has not earned a high school diploma or GED.
- A student who attends traditional public, charter, private or home-school.
- Pima JTED is a public school district; therefore, students who have accepted an Empowerment Scholarship Account or funding from a Private School Tuition Tax Credit Program are required by state law to pay tuition for our programs.
Do What You Love!
Learn how to explore your options and find the best pathway for you with Tanisha Tatum, one of JTED’s counselors! Prefer to learn how to explore in Spanish? Check out the Spanish version here.
Find your true calling through Pima JTED.
Take the Holland Code Career Quiz
Earn industry certifications
Enrollment Process for New Students
- Complete the Pre-Enrollment Form
- Available at pimajted.org starting Monday, January 26 @ 5 p.m.
- 24-Hour Priority Pre-Enrollment
- Fill out the form within the first 24 hours for a chance to be placed in your preferred program.
- Completing everything correctly is key to making sure you are part of the random selection process (see step 4).
- Additional Steps for Some Programs
- Some programs require a separate application, sent via email after you submit the pre-enrollment form.
- Each application has a specific deadline after the 24-hour priority window. Students must meet this deadline to be considered for a seat in the program.
- Programs with Additional Applications Include:
- Biomanufacturing
- Certified Caregiver
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Community Health & Wellness
- Cosmetology (year one only)
- EMT
- Medical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
- Physical Therapy Technician
- Veterinary Assisting (year one only)
- Randomized Selection Process
- If a program has more applicants than seats, a random selection will occur for placement. Those not randomly selected will be put on a waiting list.
- Check Your Email in April
- If selected to enroll, our Student Services team will email an enrollment form to your parent/guardian.
- Post-Priority Enrollment
- Students who pre-enroll after 5 p.m. on January 27 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis or placed on a waiting list if the program is full.
- Important Reminders
- Changing your program selection or submitting incorrect information on the pre-enrollment form may affect your enrollment status.
- Program offerings, schedules, and locations can change. Keep your information current and check your emails regularly!
- Students who have at least two years left in high school will be given priority when applying for two-year programs.
- If you have any questions, please feel free to contact counselors@pimajted.org
Things You Need to Know
- Pre-enrollment does not guarantee a student’s placement in the program.
- Programs, locations, and times are subject to change.
- Pre-enrollment applications will be accepted until classes are full or two weeks after the start of class.
- If you are under an Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) contract, or received funding from a Private School Tuition Tax Credit Program you will be required to pay tuition for your courses as Pima JTED is a public school district.
- Pima Community College dual credit may be available for some courses. To learn more about dual enrollment or concurrent enrollment, see the links below.
- Some program regulatory agencies may require a Social Security number for internship, testing, certification, or to obtain a license. For details, speak with a JTED counselor.
- Prospective students will receive a Pre-Enrollment Application completion confirmation email and begin receiving further communications from JTED by early April to complete the enrollment process or of waitlist status. It is important to notify the JTED Student Services team if you change your email, phone number, or address.
- Certifications available to students are dependent on a teacher credentials.
- If you wish to change any information on your Pre-Enrollment Application after submitting your request, or wish to withdrawal your application please contact our Student Services Team as soon as possible.
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Years to Complete Each Program
One
Two
- Certified Caregiver
- Construction Technologies
- Community Health & Wellness
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Fire Service
- Heavy Equipment Operations
- HVAC-R
- Law, Public Safety & Security
- Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
- Medical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
- Physical Therapy Technician
- Project SEARCH
- Welding Technologies (JTED @ The Bridges)
- Biomanufacturing
- 3D Animation/Virtual Reality & Game Design
- Air Transportation – Uncrewed & Crewed Flight Systems
- Artificial Intelligence Programmer
- Automotive Technologies
- Aviation Technology
- Business Start-Up/Entrepreneurship
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) / Architectural Drafting
- Computer Science/Information Technologies
- Cosmetology
- Culinary & Nutritional Arts/Restaurant Management/Pastry
- Cybersecurity
- Early Childhood Education
- Engineering/ Mechatronics & Design
- Graphic Design
- Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Robotics and Manufacturing
- Social & Mental Health Technician
- Veterinary Assisting
- Welding Technologies (PCC)
*Does not include optional years that programs may offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am already enrolled in school, why do I need to enroll in JTED?
JTED is a separate public school district therefore, we are required to capture your information to abide by state law.
How much does JTED cost?
Our programs are free, and there are no fees for students who reside within the boundaries of one of our member districts and and have not opted out of free public education*. Some programs do require uniforms and additional supplies. If you need help purchasing such items, speak with our counselors about financial assistance for those who qualify.
*Pima JTED is a public school district; therefore, students who have accepted an Empowerment Scholarship Account or funding from a Private School Tuition Tax Credit Program are required by state law to pay tuition for our programs.
What if I have accepted an Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) or STO?
Pima JTED is a public school district; therefore, students who have accepted an Empowerment Scholarship Account or funding from a Private School Tuition Tax Credit Program are required by state law to pay tuition for our programs.
Because eligible students receive 90% of the State aid that would have gone to their school district or charter school, Pima JTED, which is a public school district, is obligated by Arizona State law to charge tuition to prohibit families from receiving the benefits of public education and ESA funds for the student’s education simultaneously. Please speak with a JTED Counselor for details regarding tuition.
What is the time commitment for Pima JTED programs?
The time commitment for a Pima JTED program varies. Refer to the Pima JTED website’s programs tab for current class days and hours. Note that certain programs, like Cosmetology and Licensed Nursing Assistant, adhere to strict certification hours set by external agencies.
Is it possible for me to enroll in a Pima JTED program while actively participating in a school sport? Additionally, what options are available if I have a part-time job?
Pima JTED classes offer high school elective credits and industry certifications. Regular attendance is crucial for success. Consider discussing your extracurricular commitments with supporters (parents, guardians, school counselor) to ensure time availability.
Ask yourself:
- Do sports or work conflict with JTED class schedules?
- Can you balance high school, JTED, and sports?
- Will your manager support reduced availability for JTED?
- How would frequent work calls on JTED class days be managed?
Is transportation provided?
No, students are required to provide their own transportation, however bus passes are available to students who qualify for assistance. Please speak with your counselor for more information.
I have already finished high school, can I still take a JTED program?
Unfortunately, JTED only serves students who are under 22 years of age and who have not earned a high school diploma or GED. We highly recommend that you contact Pima Community College and the Pima County One Stop for opportunities that may be available to you.
