Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) is a public school district that provides innovative Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs that prepare high school and adult students to enter the workforce and pursue continuing education.

West-MEC CTE programs allow students to earn college credit and industry credentials. More than 45,000 students from 49 high schools across 3,876 square miles in the northern and western cities of the Phoenix Metropolitan area are enrolled in West-MEC-funded programs.

West-MEC was created to help students find a faster way forward in life. Career and Technical Education continuously proves to keep students engaged in school and West-MEC believes that Career and Technical Education is key to the success of our students and for growing a strong economy in Arizona.

West-MEC focuses solely on Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs that prepare students to enter the workforce and pursue continuing education. Working in partnership with our twelve member school districts, our business partners, and under the guidance of our governing board, West-MEC continues to enhance career education for thousands of students. Through the integration of academics, leadership, and skill training our CTE programs empower students for career and life success.