ICAT (Idaho Center for Advanced Technology) is the Career & Technical Center of the Nampa School District. Programs within ICAT are physically housed within the three comprehensive high schools and students can travel to and from their home high school to attend these programs. CTE Coursework is designed to prepare students for industry certifications, a seamless transition on to postsecondary technical colleges, or industry skills applicable to employment readiness.
ICAT offers career technical programs in the following career clusters: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources; Business and Marketing Education; Engineering and Technology Education; Family and Consumer Sciences, and Human Services; Health Professions and Public Safety; Middle School: First Steps; Individualized Occupational Training (IOT); and Trades and Industry. Admission to these programs is based on interest and aptitude, age appropriateness and class space availability.
Overall, Nampa School District is committed to providing a comprehensive and engaging education to all students, regardless of their background or learning style.