Cascadia Technical Academy Skills Center

Cascadia Technical Academy (formerly known as the Vancouver Skills Center) is a specialized public high school located in Vancouver, Washington, that serves as a regional hub for career and technical education (CTE). Unlike a traditional comprehensive high school, Cascadia Tech functions as a partner institution for several local school districts. It offers junior and senior high school students the opportunity to spend half of their day immersed in hands-on, industry-specific training programs, allowing them to earn high school credits while simultaneously gaining professional certifications and college credit.

The school is designed to bridge the gap between secondary education and the workforce or higher education. Its curriculum spans a wide array of high-demand fields, including aerospace composites, dental assisting, culinary arts, criminal justice, and information technology, among others. By utilizing industry-standard equipment and fostering partnerships with local businesses, Cascadia Technical Academy provides students with a practical, immersive learning environment that prepares them for immediate career placement or advanced studies in technical fields.