About our school
Career Academy of Utah at a Glance
At Career Academy of Utah (CAU), your child can learn in the ways that are right for them—at home, on the road, or wherever there's an internet connection.
Open to full-time, Utah residents in grades K–12*
Relevant, mastery-based K12 curriculum
Middle school Career Exploration courses
High school enrollment beginning in 2023 for the 2023–2024 academic school year*
Career pathways in health sciences, manufacturing production, and industrial construction for high school students
Industry-aligned skilled trade pathways in petroleum and mining for high schoolers
Preparation for industry certification exams**
Online student and career-focused clubs
College preparation courses*
Dual credit opportunities*
Honors and AP® Courses*
Our Vision
At Career Academy of Utah (CAU), students are empowered to break through the constraints of limited opportunity. Through academic mastery and career-readiness education, students are given a career-minded edge as they navigate the requirements of a rigorous K–12 curriculum. Our goal is to champion every student to develop the foundation and tools needed to secure consistent, high-paying jobs, close the skills gap, and achieve success upon graduation.
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The Support You and Your Student Need
Our teachers are committed to helping your family succeed with online learning. They provide instruction and support as your child works through the curriculum. And they keep the lines of communication open through:
You'll also receive textbooks and other hands-on education materials delivered right to your door! These offline materials complement the interactive online elements of the lessons and vary by grade and course.
Questions?
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*Career Academy of Utah will enroll students in grades K–8 for the 2022–2023 school year. Initial enrollment is limited to 750 students. High school enrollment will be available starting with grade 9 in 2023 for the 2023–2024 academic school year. Grades 10–12 will be added in subsequent years.*
**Many Microsoft®️ Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require more classes to be better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will have further preparation for certification testing.