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Future Edge Academy • Indiana CTE
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The Future Edge Academies of Career & Technical Education
Four industry-driven academies. One flexible online + hands-on model. Every pathway is built on Indiana’s Next Level Programs of Study (NLPS) framework and mapped to Indiana Career Explorer clusters — so students graduate with real credentials, real credits, and a real head start.
Aligned to Indiana Career Explorer Clusters
Each academy maps directly to a high-demand statewide cluster identified by Indiana Career Explorer and the Indiana Department of Education.
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (with STEM crossover)
The Academy of Next-Gen AgBioscience & Smart Farming
Indiana is a national agriculture powerhouse, and the industry is undergoing a technology revolution. Precision agriculture, drone-based crop monitoring, genomics, and controlled-environment farming are reshaping a sector that contributes more than $35 billion to the state economy each year. Employers from Elanco to Corteva and Beck’s Hybrids need talent who can pair agronomy with data science, automation, and biotechnology. This academy bridges the gap between traditional farming knowledge and emerging AgTech — training students to operate GPS-guided equipment, manage sensor data, and apply bioscience to feed a growing world. Graduates enter one of Indiana’s most stable, high-growth fields, positioned at the intersection of tradition and innovation where the state is investing heavily in its future workforce.
Choose Your Pathway — Indiana NLPS Core
Two state-aligned Next Level Pathways, each a progressive 4-course sequence.
Indiana Future Career Horizons
Workforce ROI across three career tiers.
Entry-Level
Direct from graduation + certs
- Precision Ag Technician
- Farm Operations Assistant
- Ag Equipment Operator
- Greenhouse Technician
Technical / Associate
1–2 yrs post-secondary / apprenticeship
- Agronomy Specialist
- Ag Data Analyst
- Farm Manager
- Biotechnology Lab Technician
Executive / Professional
Advanced degree / extensive experience
- Agricultural Scientist
- AgTech Product Manager
- Agribusiness Director
- Agricultural Economist
Indiana Workforce Demand Outlook: Agriculture & food sectors support 1 in 5 Indiana jobs, with AgTech roles projected to grow faster than the statewide average through 2032.
Information Technology / Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)
The Academy of Digital & Cyber Technology
Indiana’s tech economy is booming, anchored by Indianapolis’ rise as a Midwest tech hub and companies like Salesforce, Genesys, and a fast-growing cybersecurity sector. The state faces a persistent shortage of skilled IT and cyber professionals, with thousands of open roles in software development, cloud computing, and network security. As every industry digitizes, demand for talent who can build, secure, and analyze systems continues to outpace supply. This academy bridges the gap by giving students production-ready skills in coding, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity defense — not just theory. Through project-based learning and industry certifications, students graduate ready to protect networks, deploy cloud solutions, and write real software, plugging directly into one of Indiana’s highest-paying and fastest-expanding career fields.
Choose Your Pathway — Indiana NLPS Core
Two state-aligned Next Level Pathways, each a progressive 4-course sequence.
Indiana Future Career Horizons
Workforce ROI across three career tiers.
Entry-Level
Direct from graduation + certs
- Help Desk Technician
- Junior Network Technician
- IT Support Specialist
- Jr. Web Developer
Technical / Associate
1–2 yrs post-secondary / apprenticeship
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Support Engineer
- Software Developer
- Systems Administrator
Executive / Professional
Advanced degree / extensive experience
- Security Architect
- DevOps Engineering Lead
- CISO / IT Director
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Indiana Workforce Demand Outlook: IT and cybersecurity roles are among the state’s fastest-growing occupations, with cybersecurity positions projected to grow over 30% this decade.
Health Sciences
The Academy of Health Sciences & Patient Care
Health care is Indiana’s largest and most resilient employment sector, and demand is accelerating as the population ages and health systems expand. Major networks like IU Health, Ascension, and Community Health Network face ongoing shortages of nurses, technicians, and allied health professionals across urban and rural communities alike. Telehealth, digital records, and advanced diagnostics are transforming how care is delivered, creating demand for a tech-fluent health workforce. This academy bridges the gap by combining clinical fundamentals, patient-care skills, and modern health technology, allowing students to earn credentials that let them enter the workforce immediately or launch into nursing and allied health degrees. Graduates step into meaningful, recession-resistant careers in one of the state’s most essential and rapidly growing industries.
Choose Your Pathway — Indiana NLPS Core
Two state-aligned Next Level Pathways, each a progressive 4-course sequence.
Indiana Future Career Horizons
Workforce ROI across three career tiers.
Entry-Level
Direct from graduation + certs
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Patient Care Technician
- Medical Administrative Assistant
- Phlebotomy Technician
Technical / Associate
1–2 yrs post-secondary / apprenticeship
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Medical Assistant
- Radiologic Technologist
- Health Information Technician
Executive / Professional
Advanced degree / extensive experience
- Registered Nurse (BSN)
- Physician Assistant
- Health Informatics Manager
- Clinical Director
Indiana Workforce Demand Outlook: Health care is projected to add tens of thousands of new jobs statewide by 2032, with allied health and nursing among the highest-demand occupations.
Manufacturing / Advanced Manufacturing
The Academy of Advanced Manufacturing & Robotics
Manufacturing is the backbone of Indiana’s economy — the state leads the nation in manufacturing as a share of GDP, with giants like Cummins, Toyota, Subaru, and Rolls-Royce driving demand. Today’s factory floor is high-tech: robotics, automation, additive manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 systems require skilled technicians who can program, maintain, and optimize advanced machinery. As experienced workers retire, employers face a critical skills gap and are actively recruiting credentialed young talent. This academy bridges that gap by training students on CNC machining, industrial robotics, and mechatronics using real equipment and simulations. Graduates earn portable, employer-valued credentials and step into stable, high-wage careers — many without the cost of a four-year degree — in the sector that powers Indiana’s economic engine.
Choose Your Pathway — Indiana NLPS Core
Two state-aligned Next Level Pathways, each a progressive 4-course sequence.
Indiana Future Career Horizons
Workforce ROI across three career tiers.
Entry-Level
Direct from graduation + certs
- CNC Machine Operator
- Robotics Technician
- Production Technician
- Quality Control Inspector
Technical / Associate
1–2 yrs post-secondary / apprenticeship
- Automation Technician
- Mechatronics Technician
- CNC Programmer
- Manufacturing Team Lead
Executive / Professional
Advanced degree / extensive experience
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Automation Systems Engineer
- Plant Operations Manager
- Robotics Engineer
Indiana Workforce Demand Outlook: Advanced manufacturing sustains ~1 in 5 Indiana jobs, and automation/robotics technician roles are among the state’s fastest-growing skilled trades.
Your Next Level Starts Here
Whether you’re a student searching for purpose or a parent looking for real return on investment, Future Edge Academy turns high school into a launchpad. Apply today or schedule a free Graduation Pathway Consultation to build your personalized NLPS plan.
Future Edge Academy • Indiana K-12 Online & Blended CTE • NLPS-Aligned • IDOE & Indiana Career Explorer Frameworks