HISD Career Centers

HISD Career Centers

Barbara Jordan Career Center (BJCC) is Houston ISD’s premier hub for Career and Technical Education, offering students access to cutting‑edge programs that lead to high‑demand, living‑wage careers. As the district expands its CTE offerings, BJCC is growing into a modern center for innovation where students can explore their passions, gain real‑world experience, and build the skills that open doors to college, careers, and financial independence.

Beginning next school year, students from Furr, Heights, Sam Houston MSTC, Kashmere, North Forest, Northside, Waltrip, Booker T. Washington, and Wheatley High Schools will have access to 16 industry‑aligned programs of study—far beyond what any single campus can offer. Students can begin exploring these pathways as early as ninth grade, reducing waitlists for popular programs and ensuring more students can participate in the fields that excite them.

BJCC is undergoing a multi‑year expansion that will transform the center into a state‑of‑the‑art learning environment featuring redesigned instructional spaces, advanced manufacturing and robotics labs, an outdoor drone area, and specialized equipment that mirrors today’s fastest‑growing industries. These upgrades allow students to train on tools and technologies typically found only in professional settings.

Programs of study include high‑demand fields such as cybersecurity, health sciences, culinary arts, teaching, automotive technology, construction, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, welding, and more—each selected because they lead to strong career opportunities and living‑wage jobs.

BJCC empowers students with hands‑on learning, industry knowledge, and the confidence to succeed—whether they choose to enter the workforce or continue their education after graduation.

Click below to explore BJCC’s programs and learn how HISD is expanding opportunities for every student.