The Mission of the Ohio Construction Academy is to provide high school students an innovative educational opportunity to explore construction related careers through an excellent foundation in academics and rigorous contextual, hands-on curriculum that prepares them for direct entry into a professional apprenticeship program, college, and a career. The Ohio Construction Academy Vision is to bring career technical education into the 21st century and meet the emerging needs of today’s workforce. OCA will ensure its students are provided with a blueprint to success through state-of-the-art, standardized curriculum; blended delivery methods to address individual learning needs; and hands-on learning to prepare them for entry in the construction industry. OCA graduates will be prepared for various pathways should they choose to progress to higher education, registered apprenticeship, or aspire to management in the construction arena. OCA is readying the craft professionals and construction leaders of the 21st century.