West Career and Technical Academy (WCTA) is a magnet high school located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Considered a “fringe rural” location, WCTA is located at the edge of the city. The student body is made up of 51 percent minority students and 20 percent economically disadvantaged students.

WCTA is a four-year comprehensive career and technical high school offering programs in construction technology, culinary arts, engineering and design, early childhood education, hospitality and marketing, media communications, medical professions, teacher education, and mechanical technology. Not only can students earn high school diplomas and be prepared for college, but they can also earn a variety of industry certifications. Students will take coursework unique to their program of study. Courses are rigorous and will prepare students for a variety of options after graduation.

Students at West Career and Technical Academy have the opportunity to earn credits through the CTE College Credit Program and through Advanced Placement and dual credit courses. Through hands-on projects, job shadowing, and internships, each student will gain first-hand experience in their selected program area.