
ACTE is the largest national education association of thriving professionals dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for successful careers. Our members represent all facets of career and technical education (CTE).
Individual Membership Categories

Professional Membership
$80 + Applicable State + Division Fees
Offers individuals actively engaged and employed in the CTE community a wealth of professional development and networking opportunities. Members in unified state associations are required to hold state and national ACTE membership simultaneously and benefit from involvement at both local and national levels.

Retired Membership
$31 + Applicable State + Division Fees
To qualify for Retired membership, you must: 1) Be a current Professional ACTE member for at least a year, and, 2) Have retired from active full-time or part-time employment.
If the criteria is met, and you wish to convert or renew your current Professional Membership to a Retired Membership, please contact our Member Services team at memberservices@acteonline.org to start the process.

Student Membership
FREE
Individuals who are enrolled as full-time students preparing to become career and technical educators and who are not employed full time in the education system as a teacher, counselor or administrator.
Organizational Membership Categories
Educational Institution
Open to any school district, CTE center, and community college or university.
Corporate Membership
Available to corporate entities interested in working with schools and educators on real-world CTE issues and workplace skills.
