Building Career
Pathways for
Interior Alaska Students
Connecting students to hands-on training, industry credentials, apprenticeships, and high-demand careers.
Hands-On Learning for
High-Demand Careers
ARCTIC connects students across Interior Alaska with hands-on career and technical education opportunities. Through partnerships among our three consortium school districts and industry training providers, students can explore career pathways, earn credentials, and prepare for apprenticeships and high-demand careers.
From electrical and construction trades to healthcare, aviation, culinary arts, and alternative energy, ARCTIC helps students build skills for Alaska's workforce and their own future success.
Learn More About ARCTIC →From Classroom to Career
ARCTIC offers pathways across skilled trades, healthcare, aviation, hospitality, and emerging energy fields.
Spring Intensives
Our Spring schedule expands upon core competencies with advanced technical training and industry immersions across the region. Seats are limited — apply now.
Advanced Electrical Intensive (40 Hours)
Advanced coursework focusing on commercial and industrial electrical installations.
Iron Workers Intensive
Hands-on structural training providing students the opportunity to earn AWS (American Welding Society) certifications.
Alaska Metal & Mechanical Intensive
Instruction in sheet metal fabrication and commercial/industrial refrigeration systems.
Plumbers & Steamfitters / Palmer Construction Career Days
Specialized pipe trade coursework paired with student participation in the Palmer Construction Career Days.
Construction Laborers at Pipeline Training Center
Civil and building construction applications, including forming and pouring concrete, framing, and interior/exterior trim work.
ARE "Rockstars Program" — Alaska Resource Education
An experiential curriculum introducing students from AGSD, DGSD, and CRSD to the full spectrum of Alaska's mining sector — including geology, engineering, technology, and heavy equipment operations.
Inside the Rockstars Program
- Industry overview — how Alaska's natural resources are discovered, developed, and managed across the state
- Behind-the-scenes site tours of active mining operations and support facilities
- Industry mentorship with geologists, engineers, equipment operators, environmental specialists, and safety professionals
- Interactive simulations & team challenges mirroring mineral exploration, core sampling, and mine planning
- Safety, stewardship & sustainability — protocols, environmental care, and community impact
Three Districts, One Mission
Ready to Build Your Future?
Programs are tuition-free for participating students. Contact your school counselor or ARCTIC staff to get started.