About VISION

ACTE's CareerTech VISION is the premier event for career and technical education (CTE) professionals, bringing together over 5,000 secondary and postsecondary educators, business leaders and industry experts from across the globe. As the largest annual gathering of its kind, VISION provides an unparalleled opportunity for attendees to engage with thought leaders, explore the latest innovations in CTE, and gain valuable insights that shape the future of workforce development. This year’s event takes place from Dec. 9-12 (Tuesday-Friday) at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee—an inspiring setting for networking, collaboration and professional growth.

Attendees will have access to a comprehensive array of professional development opportunities designed to enhance their expertise and expand their impact. The conference features an impressive lineup of keynote speakers and influential leaders who will share their perspectives on current trends and the evolving landscape of CTE. With hundreds of concurrent educational sessions, participants can dive into topics such as covering instructional best practices, curriculum design, hands-on strategies for improving student outcomes and more! Additionally, the CareerTech Expo offers a dynamic space to explore the latest tools, technologies and resources that drive innovation in education and industry.

VISION’s concurrent educational sessions are tailored to meet the needs of professionals across all CTE disciplines, providing fresh insights and timely discussions on high-quality secondary and postsecondary CTE. Content areas include agricultural education, business and marketing, counseling and career development, family and consumer sciences, engineering and technology, health science, the skilled trades, and work-based learning, among others. Whether you are looking to deepen your knowledge, exchange ideas with peers or discover new instructional strategies, VISION delivers an immersive and transformative experience for the entire CTE community. We are currently accepting presentation proposals through March 15. Learn more here.

Save the date for future VISION events!
  • CareerTech VISION 2026 & ACTE's Centennial Celebration: Dec. 2-5 (Wednesday-Saturday), New Orleans, Louisiana

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