Mission Statement

Luna Community College’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are dedicated to providing accessible, innovative, and integrated learning experiences. We empower students with the essential skills, hands-on training, and industry-recognized credentials in fields such as Automotive Technology, Collision Repair, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Barbering, and Welding. In alignment with the college’s mission, we prepare students to compete at the forefront of their chosen fields and to lead in their community.

Vision Statement

In alignment with Luna Community College’s vision, the CTE department aspires to be the premier destination for career and technical education in northern New Mexico. We will be a place where future leaders are prepared to create, collaborate, communicate, and think critically, transforming their passion for a trade into a lifetime of career opportunity and positive change. We will be a catalyst for local economic growth and a valued partner to our industry, setting the standard for innovation, skill mastery, and student achievement.

For more information, please contact Director Karen Torres at ktorres@luna.edu or at 505-454-2522