Use new technology for careers that are engaging, technical and fast-paced. Some of the technologies used include computer technologies, sustainable technologies, advanced robotics, and process technologies. A career in engineering will allow you to take part in the process of creating meaningful and impactful products!
| Job | Average Hourly Rate* |
|---|---|
| Assembler and Fabricator | $16.66 |
| Machinery Maintenance Worker | $17.97 |
| Job | Average Hourly Rate* |
|---|---|
| Inspector, Tester, Sorter, Sampler and Weigher | $18.55 |
| Civil Engineer Technician | $19.57 |
| First Line Supervisor of Production and Operating Workers | $28.01 |
| Job | Average Hourly Rate* |
|---|---|
| General and Operations Manager | $39.30 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $45.74 |
| Civil Engineer | $45.83 |
| Electrical Engineer | $47.52 |
| Training Programs | Institution /School |
|---|---|
| Aerospace Technology | Walton High School |
| Aerospace Technology | Paxton High School |
| Applied Robotics | Freeport High School |
| Applied Robotics | Walton High School |
| Engineering | South Walton High School - Magnet Innovation Center |
| Training Programs | Institution /School |
|---|---|
| Computer Engineering Technology | Northwest Florida State College |
| Engineering Technology | Northwest Florida State College |
| Unmanned Vehicle Systems | Northwest Florida State College |
| Training Programs | Institution /School |
|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering | Embry Riddle Aeronautical University |
| Computer Science | University of West Florida |
| Electrical Engineering | University of West Florida |
| Mechanical Engineering | University of West Florida |
To find out more about Middle and High School Career Academies in Walton County, please contact Abby Kellam at (850) 892-1100 ext. 1553, or submit this form:
To find about more about Next and Later education and traning programs, please contact our partners.
See a complete list of Walton County Career Academies or for more information about career and technical education in Walton County middle and high schools, please visit Walton County Career and Technical Education.
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Architecture and Construction
Arts, AV Technology and Communication
Business Management and Administration
Health Sciences
Hospitality and Tourism
Information Technology
Law, Public Safety and Security, Education and Training
Manufacturing
IMPORTANT: In each potential pathway, the ability to transfer credits from one program level to the next is dependent on a variety of factors. Statewide articulation agreements may assist in these efforts but are not available for all potential career pathways. Ongoing guidance from academic career advisors and supervisors throughout your education and training pathway is recommended.
Note: Entrepreneurial skills are frequently incorporated in different Career Pathways programs to help students prepare to launch and contribute to successful enterprises of all types.
*Salary information source: Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, Bureau of Labor Market Statistics. The final education and wage rate is the decision of the hiring employer.