Career and Technical Education Funding

State CTE Weighted Funding

Texas provides additional funding for students enrolled in approved CTE coursework in grades 7-12. Beginning with HB 1525, CTE funding is generated through a tiered weighting system based on course level and whether the course is part of an approved program of study.  a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; }

At least 55% of the funds generated through the CTE weighted allotment must be allocated to CTE programs

CCMR Outcomes Bonuses

School systems may also qualify for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Outcomes Bonuses for graduates demonstrating CCMR readiness. These funds can support continued improvement of college and career pathways and student outcomes.

Autocoding Information

The transition from self-reported data to an autocoded course completion system reported in PEIMS began with the 2020-2021 school year. The Perkins V Indicator report is generated from this data set to measure the performance of CTE programs in Texas at the local and state levels. The following resources will provide school systems and stakeholders with information on the autocode system. School systems interested in developing a local version of the CTE autocode system can access the technical documents at PEIMS Calculation Tech Tips under CTE auto calculation.

•  CTE Course List with Tiered Funding

Perkins V supports the continuous improvement of Career and Technical Education programs across Texas. Through federal formula grants, school systems can strengthen Programs of Study, support CTE educators, improve services for special populations, enhance career exploration and work-based learning opportunities, and increase student access to credentials and pathways that lead to successful postsecondary and workforce outcomes. Resources are available to assist local education agencies with planning, implementation, and compliance requirements, including the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA), grant application, and program evaluation processes. 

Please see the Perkins page on our main CTE page for more information:

Perkins V | Texas Education Agency.  

Student Attendance Accounting Handbook (SAAH)

The Student Attendance Accounting Handbook (SAAH) establishes the rules and requirements for Career and Technical Education (CTE) attendance accounting, coding, and funding. Section 5 of the handbook provides guidance related to CTE student eligibility, contact hour funding, documentation requirements, CTE coding, work-based learning, and reporting requirements used to generate state funding.

Student Attendance Accounting Handbook | Texas Education Agency

The SAAH outlines how CTE contact hours are calculated and reported for eligible students. Students enrolled in approved CTE courses generate weighted funding based on course enrollment, attendance, and proper reporting through TSDS PEIMS. School systems must ensure accurate coding and documentation to receive funding.

V-Codes and Weighted Funding

Students enrolled in approved CTE courses receive a CTE V-code based on the average amount of instructional time spent in CTE coursework each day. V-codes are used to determine CTE contact hours and state weighted funding. Chapter 5 of the SAAH includes guidance and examples for assigning CTE codes based on instructional minutes

Examples of CTE course coding include:

• V1: Courses averaging 45–89 minutes per day
• V2: Courses averaging 90–134 minutes per day
• V3: Courses averaging 135 minutes or more per day

The attendance data associated with the student's CTE code is used to determine weighted funding under the Foundation School Program. 

Minimum Course Length Requirements

To generate CTE weighted funding, course periods must average at least 45 minutes per day. Courses that do not meet the minimum instructional time requirements are not eligible to generate CTE contact hours for funding purposes. 

Documentation supporting student eligibility must be maintained for every student generating CTE funding.

Work-Based Learning Requirements

The SAAH establishes requirements for students participating in work-based learning experiences, including Career Preparation and Practicum courses.

For many paid and unpaid work-based learning experiences, written training plans must be maintained and aligned to the student's program of study. Documentation requirements help ensure that work-based learning experiences meet state funding and compliance requirements. 

Please see the CTE WBL link on the CTE home page. 

Student Eligibility and Course Reporting

Students enrolled in approved CTE courses must be reported with the appropriate CTE Service ID and eligible days present through TSDS PEIMS reporting. Accurate reporting is critical for generating weighted funding and maintaining compliance with state requirements. 

CTE Transportation and SAAH Alignment

The SAAH works in conjunction with transportation funding guidance when students travel during the school day to attend approved CTE courses, work-based learning sites, or contracted instructional locations. School systems should coordinate attendance, transportation, and PEIMS reporting processes to ensure accurate funding calculations.

Dual Credit and Postsecondary Partnerships

The SAAH provides guidance regarding CTE instruction delivered through partnerships with colleges, technical schools, and other entities. School systems must follow attendance accounting and reporting requirements when students participate in contracted or dual credit CTE coursework. 

Why the SAAH Matters for CTE

The SAAH serves as the primary source for:

• CTE funding eligibility
• Contact hour calculations
• V-code assignments
• Work-based learning reporting
• Student documentation requirements
• PEIMS reporting expectations
• Transportation eligibility considerations
• Dual credit attendance accounting

Understanding and implementing SAAH requirements helps school systems accurately report CTE participation, maximize state funding, and ensure compliance with Texas attendance accounting rules.

Transportation Funding

The CTE transportation allotment helps ensure students can access CTE courses, work-based learning experiences, and postsecondary partners when instruction is not available on the student's home campus. 

School Transportation Funding | Texas Education Agency