Students must be at least seventeen and a half years of age, have an appropriate funding source and possess a desire to become successful in their chosen field of study. Depending upon the program selected, various other admissions criteria may apply.

All enrollments are based on a first come, first served basis. If a desired program is full, students will be placed on a waiting list for the next available start date.

All students are required to attend a scheduled new student orientation prior to the first day of class.

In order to help provide a maximum opportunity for success, students should consider their own background and interests before selecting a program of study.

A criminal background may make it difficult or even impossible to obtain employment in certain professions. Accordingly, potential students with criminal backgrounds, who lack sufficient academic skills or with other issues that would typically disqualify them for employment, may be discouraged from or even denied admission in certain programs.

How to Apply

The first step in applying for a program at the College for Technical Education will be to meet with an Admissions officer at the school. You can set up an appointment by calling (859) 272-5225, or you can just come on in to the school to start the process. You will fill out the new student questionnaire when you arrive and then the admissions officer will provide you with the remainder of the enrollment paperwork.

Program Requirements

All program requirements vary. All students wanting to enroll into the school must maintain a high school diploma, GED, or take and pass the Basic Skills test.

*For any student wanting to enroll into the Medical Assistant program or the Early Childhood Education program, you must have a high school diploma/GED and pass the Basic Skills test.