New America has released a report titled, Varying Degrees 2019: New America’s Third Annual Survey on Higher Education. The report is based on a survey of 2,029 Americans and their perceptions of education after high school and education’s contribution to economic mobility.
Relevant to CTE, the report found that Americans value various postsecondary educational pathways. More than eight in ten respondents felt comfortable with their child choosing an apprenticeship, technical degree/certificate, associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree.
Another CTE-related finding was that 90 percent of respondents answered that postsecondary education beyond high school will contribute to increased earning potential. While some respondents believed that a high school diploma alone can lead to a lasting career, significantly more recognized the importance of postsecondary education.
Both findings point to the increased understanding and appreciation across the country for the value of CTE, and for multiple paths to upward economic mobility. The survey indicates that the majority of Americans recognize that some type of postsecondary education is a critical component to achieving career success.
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