Preparing Tomorrow's Professionals

A. Philip Randolph Career Academies has been preparing tomorrow’s professionals for nearly 50 years. APR offers more than a dozen certification/license programs that provide students with the opportunity to choose their pathway after graduation. Pathway choices include the professional workforce, college, and/or the military. Our school culture, unique educational climate, and professional learning academies set APR apart from all other schools in Duval County. There is no better path to success than career education at APR!

Unlock College and Career Success Early

Hands-on experience in labs reflecting real-world workplaces gives our graduates an advantage for rewarding careers following graduation. Our relationship with employers means our students gain job insight and career wisdom from successful professionals in all the industries we serve. Students can complete all the academics for a standard diploma while immersed in a workplace and career culture. The APR Advantage gives students’ resumes the experience employers seek in high-wage industries.

Empowering Futures

Our parents love to see their students change and grow through the career opportunities we offer at APR. Every year alumni of our school send their children here because they know successful careers begin with a great education. Students engaged in hands-on career education begin to mature and exhibit positive behaviors as they discover all they can achieve. Every child has unique skills. APR has a unique ability to unlock those skills for our students.

Pathway to Career Readiness

Students recognize the amazing opportunities they have here at APR. Our faculty and staff are accomplished professionals who always present a welcoming spirit to all who call this campus their home away from home. As students gain career skills and learn their strengths, they gain confidence and a vision for their successful future. It’s the kind of confidence and pride that can only be gained through a hands-on career education.

Programs

Cosmetics & Barbering

Part art. Part science. One great future.

Welding & Building Trades

High skill. High demand. High wage.

Criminal Justice

A rewarding career and great service to the community.

Firefighter

Saving lives and the best trucks in the world.

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