Palikir, FSM – May 29, 2025 – The National Department of Education proudly announces the official launch of its new Career & Technical Education (CTE) website, https://cte.doe.fm, a central digital hub for vocational education and training across all four FSM states—Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei, and Yap. Developed as part of the Federated States of Micronesia Skills and Employability Enhancement (SEE) Project, a national human capital development initiative supported by the World Bank, the platform is an important step forward in the government’s ongoing efforts to expand equitable access to high-quality, market-relevant vocational training and job-readiness resources for youth and adult learners across the nation.
Explore the Platform
- Site Navigation & Sections: The website is intuitively organized into core sections—Workforce Development, Updates, Impact Stories, Resources, and Events. This layout makes it easy for users to find the information most relevant to their needs, whether they are students, educators, employers, or policymakers.
- Workforce Development: This section provides a detailed overview of vocational policies, national standards, the SEE Project, apprenticeship pathways, and a job board with current employment opportunities.
- Updates: Timely information about curriculum rollouts, infrastructure upgrades, and state-led initiatives, ensuring transparency and community awareness.
- Impact Stories: Inspiring, real-world accounts from students and teachers across FSM’s four states, illustrating how vocational education is unlocking potential and transforming lives.
- Events: A calendar of workshops, bootcamps, exhibitions, and trainings that highlight ongoing activities and upcoming opportunities to engage with FSM’s vocational education system.
- Resources: A growing library of downloadable materials including curriculum benchmarks, education policy documents, and technical reports on training needs, supporting educators, institutions, and national planners.
Designed for Everyone, Everywhere
Beyond its content, the website’s value lies in its human story videos and articles, which bring to life the voices of teachers, students, and communities involved in vocational training through personal experiences and real-world impact. Built with a mobile-first approach, the platform performs seamlessly across all devices, ensuring access from outer islands to urban centers. Whether you’re a student searching for your path or a teacher looking for resources, the CTE website offers a powerful, practical, and accessible tool for all.
About the SEE Project
The FSM SEE Project aims to improve the access, relevance, and quality of vocational education and skills training across all four FSM states. This is achieved through infrastructure upgrades, curriculum development, teacher training, student financial support, enhanced job search assistance, and the establishment of a national skills certification process.
Discover the Future of Vocational Training in FSM
Visit https://cte.doe.fm to explore career pathways, watch impact stories, and access state-of-the-art teaching and learning resources. This platform is a gateway to opportunity, empowering Micronesian youth to learn, grow, and thrive in today’s and tomorrow’s workforce.
For Media Inquiries, Please Contact:
Ms. Hyunjeong Lee, Project Manager, FSM SEE Project, FSM National Department of Education: hyunjeong.lee@national.doe.fm
Mr. Alvaro Hoyos Ramos, Communications Specialist, Central Implementation Unit, FSM Department of Finance & Administration: alvaro.hoyos@dofa.gov.fm
