(ALBANY, NEW YORK) - Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $31.5 million in funding for the New York State Pathways in Technology program that will prepare thousands of New York students for high-skill jobs of the future in technology, manufacturing, health care and finance.

This investment funds regional partnerships that respond to the greatest need for enhanced access to post-secondary opportunities, primarily for academically and economically at-risk students - and works to strengthen the pipeline between local talent and industries with a favorable job outlook.

Each partnership will include K-12, higher education and business/employer partners.  

"Early workforce development and career mentorship allows students to discover their passions and talents, develop their skills and build relationships with mentors who can guide them on their career journey and prepare them for the jobs of tomorrow," Governor Hochul said. "This program will help ensure thousands of New York students can reach their full potential and gives employers access to a large pool of talent that can bring their enterprises to the next level."    

The New York State Pathways in Technology Early College High School Program incorporates an integrated program between four and six years in duration that combines high school, college and career training.

The program is a public-private partnership designed to provide students with mentorship and opportunities to learn through worksite visits, speakers and internships.   

Students are eligible to receive an Associate Degree in a high-tech field and are first in line for a job with participating business partners following completion of the program.

Through these programs of study in high-wage, high-skill and high-demand career areas, students will be able to earn transcript college credit toward an Associate Degree.

Career pathways begin in Grade Nine and include workplace learning and high school and college coursework.

The pathway provides a seamless sequence of study extending through two years of post-secondary career and technical education, which culminates in an Associate Degree.   

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