Unique Pathways & Off-campus Education

The Digital Futures Pathway is CBE’s “collegiate in the cloud” concept delivered in-person, online and as a blended learning environment. It is an extension of our career pathways programming into enhanced opportunities in Information and Communications Technologies (ICT). 

In partnership with SAIT’s School for Advanced Digital Technology, the Digital Futures Pathway prepares students for the rapidly growing tech ecosystem and connects them with career interests and potential pathways into the workplace. 

Engaging Students in Grade 10​

For the 2024-25 school year, the Digital Futures Pathway is available to Grade 10 students looking to get early exposure and a head start in pursuing meaningful work or post-secondary education in ICT. This is a multi-year program with various entry points providing exposure in diverse areas initially and a narrower focus on specific interests throughout high school. 

There are a variety of cutting-edge programs and training pathways including, but not limited to: 

• Animator
• Basic Programming
• Control Systems Tester
• Digital Technologist
• Robotics
• Microprocessor Design and Programming
• Videographer
• Web Developer
• Photojournalist  

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Program​​​ Locations and Enrolment

Students interested in the Digital Futures Pathway will continue to take regular programming at their home high school, focusing on Career and Technology Studies (CTS) offerings that highlight extension of ICT skills and enroll in the Digital Futures Pathway program. Some pathways require specialized facilities, but most programs will occur within a student’s home high school or online through CBe-learn​. 

Interested students should connect with the guidance counsellor at their current school to discuss 2024-25 programming.​​
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