



Students work directly with small, large and exotic animals in a lab environment, learning the necessary skills to pursue a veterinary technician career Students will gain hands-on training for animal care, learn veterinary assisting skills and the skills necessary to communication with animal owners
Curriculum Focus:
• Animal nutrition
• Reproduction systems
• Anatomy & physiology
• Handling of animals
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Hematology
• Microbiology
• Parasitology
• Surgical assisting
Students prepare for immediate employment, have the opportunity to earn advanced certifications, and are prepared to pursue higher education Our students learn by hands-on training, through interactive field trips and work experience
Are you good at science? Are you able to dissect large animals and willing to learn animal anatomy?
Do you have an interest in animals’ well-being? Are you willing to learn about animals’ reproductive systems? Are you wanting to pursue a veterinary or animal science career?
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years.
• OVMA Certified Veterinary Assistant (12 points)
• Elanco Animal Science (6 points)
CAREERFOCUS
• Elanco Veterinary Medical (6 points)
• First Aid/CPR (1 point)
• Farm Management • Laboratory Research • Hatcheries, Feed Mills, or Large Scale • Farms Zoo Worker
• Veterinary Offices Assistant • Animal Care/Lab Tech • Animal Facility Associate • Dog Training
CAREEROUTLOOK
• Beginning annual median salary of $45,980 per year or $2211 per hour
• Typical entry level education is an associate’s degree
• 19% Expected job growth through 2033
This program is f n Repair industry Students could be hired directly into the industry with no additional training after this program
Curriculum Focus:
• Parts replacement
• Sanding & refinishing
• Spray/custom painting
• Dent Repair/Body filler/Fiberglass/Plastic
• Welding/cutting techniques
• Frame alignment/unibody repair
• Brakes
• Electrical
• Suspension & steering
Students prepare for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and are prepared to pursue higher education Our students learn by hands-on training and through work experience
ISTHISPROGRAMFORYOU?
Are you a problem solver? Are you detail oriented? Do you have good time management skills? Do you have good customer-service skills? Do you have good hand dexterity? Do you have good organizational skills? Are you good at troubleshooting?
EarnOhio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years
• Non-structural Analysis (3 points)
• Collision Paint & Refinishing (3 points)
• Structural Analysis (3 points)
• Electrical &Mechanical (3 points)
• Auto Body Repair Technician • Collision Repair Technician • Automotive Detailer • Automotive Painter
• Automotive Customizer/Restorer
• Beginning annual median salary of $50,680 per year or $2436 per hour
• Typical entry level education is a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1% expected job growth through 2033
This program is for any student who is interested in a successful career in the Automotive Service industry. Students learn to diagnose, service and repair a wide range of vehicles
Curriculum Focus:
• Engine repair
• Engine tune-up
• Computer controls
• Emission controls
• Fuel systems
• Drivetrain repair
• Electrical systems
• Steering and suspension
• Wheel alignment
• Air conditioning/cooling
• Transmission service
• Anti-lock brake system
Students prepare for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and are prepared to pursue higher education. Our students learn by hands-on training and through work experience.
ISTHISPROGRAMFORYOU?
Are you a problem solver? Are you detail oriented? Do you have good customer-service skills? Do you have good hand dexterity? Do you have good organizational skills? Are you good at troubleshooting?
CERTIFICATIONS
Earn Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years.
• Suspension & Steering (3 points)
• Brakes (3 points)
• Electrical Systems (3 points)
• Maintenance & Light Repair (3 points)
CAREER FOCUS
• Engine Repair (3 points)
• Engine Performance (3 points)
• Auto Service Tech (3 points)
• Heating &A/C (3 points)
• Alignment Technician • Tire Repair Technician • Brake Specialist
• Automotive Assembler • Lube, Oil & Filter Technician
• Dealership Technician • Specialty Technician • Service Writer • Shop Service Manager
CAREER OUTLOOK
• Beginning annual median salary of $49,670 per year or $23.88 per hour
• Typical entry level education is a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3% expected job growth through 2033
Students learn various aspects of construction and related careers, including, estimating, wood framing, roofing, interior finishing, masonry concrete form work, electrical, heavy equipment and concrete work. Students will learn how to interpret blueprints and specification.
• Plumbing Curriculum Focus:
• Carpentry
• Masonry
• Residential wiring
• Drywalling
• Blueprint reading
• Building layout
• Construction management
Students prepare for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and are prepared to pursue higher education Our students learn by hands-on training and through work experience
ISTHISPROGRAMFORYOU?
Do you like to build things? Do you work well with your hands? Do you like to work independently with instruction? Are you a problem solver? Do you want to learn diverse skills?
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years
• CITF Career Connections Level 1 (4 points)
• CITF Career Connections Level 2 (4 points)
• CITF Career Connections Level 3 (4 points)
CAREERFOCUS
• OSHA 30 (1 point)
• Aerial Work Platforms (1 point)
• Telehandler (1 point)
• Construction worker • Carpenter • Heavy Equipment Operator • Construction Foreman • Job Site Safety Officer • Labor & Materials Estimator • Building Materials Sales Representative • Insulator • Finisher • Dry Waller • Painter
• Beginning annual median salary of $46,050 per year $2214 per hour
• Typical entry level education is a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 7% expected job growth through 2033
Students in this program use professional salon techniques to provide a full range of hair, nail and skincare services Students will work alongside professional cosmetologists to explore all aspects of quality salon services and management
Curriculum Focus:
• Anatomy, physiology and bacteriology
• Orientation to the cosmetology profession
• Infection control
• Hair cutting and styling
• Manicure and pedicure skills
• Facial services
• Reception duties
• Salon operations
• Hair coloring and highlighting StudentspreparefortheirStateofOhioBoardofCosmetologylicenseAfterobtainingtheirlicensestudents willbepreparedforimmediateemploymentandarepreparedtopursuehighereducationOurstudents learnthroughhands-ontrainingandworkexperience. Studentsmustbefull-timeattheCareerCenter.
Suggestedcreditsearnedpriortojunioryearforthisprogramare:(2)Science;(2)Math;(2)English;(2)History
Are you good at science? Do you enjoy working with people? Are you a good listener? Are you creative? Are you detail oriented? Are you able to effectively communication with others?
StateBoardof Cosmetology (12 points)
Student must complete 1500 hours of study in this program/field to meet the eligibly requirements for the Ohio State Licensing examination. Students may qualify for articulation college credit and the Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College.
• Licensed cosmetologist • Hair stylist • Permanent wave technician • Color technician • Make-up technician • Salon owner • Nail technician
• Beginning annual median salary of $35,420 per year or $17.03 per hour for Barbers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists
• 7% expected job growth through 2033
Students will learn numerous skills and have the opportunity to earn industry recognized certifications making them competitive in the hiring process for jobs the criminal justice field Students will focus on police skills, corrections, dispatching and the field of homeland security
Curriculum Focus:
• Role of criminal justice professionals
• Military courtesy
• ASP Baton and handcuffing
• Taser certification
• Investigation techniques and skills
• Responses to civil and physical emergencies
• OC Pepper Spray Certification
• Defensive tactics
• Emergency responder basics
• Weapon marksmanship
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Crisis intervention training
Do you want to serve your community and make a difference? Do you have a strong desire to help people? Do you work well under pressure? Do you have the ability to participate in physical activity requirements?
• Military Police • Correctional Officer • Emergency Dispatching • Private Security Officer • Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) With additional training/education: Local & State Police Officer • Probation Officer • Parole Officer • Law Enforcement
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential point towards graduation during your junior and senior years.
• National Incident Management System 200, 800 (1 point each)
• OHSA 10 (1 point)
• CPR/First Aid (1 point)
• Taser; ASP Baton and OC/Pepper Spray (1 point each)
• National Incident Management System 100, 700 (4 points each)
• 9-1-1 Dispatcher Certification (9 points)
• ORDC Correctional Officer-Provisional (12 points)
Students may qualify for articulation college credit and the Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College.
This program blends classroom learning and hands-on experience as students work to earn industry recognized certifications. Students will work alongside of professional chefs, gaining valuable mentorships and begin networking in the industry.
Curriculum Focus:
• Culinary techniques
• Nutrition and menu development
• Food safety and sanitation
• Restaurant management skills
• Hospitality and customer service
• Quantity food production
• Customer service/management
• Operating student run White Apron Restaurant
• Business and entrepreneurship
• Baking and pastries
Students compete in culinary competitions for scholarships and awards. Through this program, students gain valuable experience preparing them to be career-ready when they graduate from high school.
Do you believe food can express creativity? Do you work well with others? Do you follow instructions? Do you like to work independently? Are you detail oriented? Are you creative?
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years.
• ServSafe (3 points) • ProStart (9 points)
Chef’s Apprentice
• Manager Trainee
• Cook • Server • Baker or Baker’s Assistant • Dietary Aide
• Sous
Chef • Assistant Food Service or Restaurant Manager • Host or Hostess
CAREEROUTLOOK
• Beginning annual median salary of $60,990 per year or $29.32 per hour for Chefs
• Typical entry level education is a high school diploma or equivalent with training/experience
• 8% expected job growth through 2033
Thisprogramisstructuredtopreparestudentsforpost-secondaryeducationandtheworkforce,allowing studentstogethands-onexperiencethroughdiverselearning.
CurriculumFocus:
•IntroductiontoInformationTechnology
•PersonalComputers
•FundamentalsofOperatingSystems
•Cybersecurity
CourseDetails:
•Installingandrepairingcomputersystems
•Troubleshootinghardwareandsoftwareproblems
•Understandingoperatingsystemsandvirtualization
•Securingcomputersandnetworksfromvirusesandhackers
•PracticingethicalandlegalbehaviorinIT
•Communicatingprofessionallyintechenvironments
•Understandinghowtoprotectsensitiveinformation(PII,HIPAA,etc.)
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years.
• Google IT Support
• Acer Chromebook Technician
• Cisco CCST: IT Support
• CompTIA Tech+
• CompTIA IT Fundamentals
• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Network+
Students may qualify for articulation college credit and the Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College
CAREERFOCUS
• Computer Support Specialist Network Installer
• Network Technician
• Computer Repair With additional education or training you can become a/an:
• Information Security Analyst
• Network Administrator or Analyst
• Computer Systems Administrator
CAREEROUTLOOK
• Computer Support Specialist, $61,550 per year or $29.59 per hour
• Network Administrator $96,800 per year or $46.54 per hour
• Information Security Analysts, $124,910 per year or $6005 per hour
Studentsplanactivitiesthatenhanceachild’sintellectual,social,emotionalandphysicaldevelopment Studentslearntocreate,researchandprovidedevelopmentallyappropriatelearningmaterialsand activitiesthatmakelearningfun,whileoperatingastatecertifiedpreschool CurriculumFocus:
•Childdevelopment
•Teacherassistantskills
•Evaluationandobservationtechniques
•Health/safetyguidelines
• First aid/CPR training
• Care of facilities and equipment
• Preschool operations for three, four and five-year-olds
• Related employability skills
Students in this program are required to have a FBI/BCI background check and may not have any felony charges before or during their time in the ECE program.
Do you like teaching? Do you like working with children? Are you a patient person? Do you want to go into a child related field?
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years
• First Aid/CPR (1 point)
• Communicable Disease (1 point)
• Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention (1 point)
• Para Pro (6 points)
• Potential to earn Child Development Associate (CDA) when combined with an internship in the field Students may qualify for articulation college credit and the Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College.
• Childcare center assistant
• Preschool teacher’s aide
• Hospital pediatric assistant
• Elementary teacher’s aide
• Private home child care provider
With additional education you can become a/an:
• Elementary teacher
• Child psychologist
• Youth counselor
• Beginning median salary of $32,050 per year or $1541 per hour for childcare worker
• Beginning median salary of $37,120 per year or $1785 per hour for preschool teachers
• Beginning median salary of $62,310 per year for K-Elementary teacher
Students will ex through visual content Graphic designers use typography, images, and color to create visual concepts that inspire, inform, and engage consumers They work on a variety of projects, including websites, magazines, advertisements, and other online and print materials.
Curriculum Focus:
• The business of creativity
• Visual communication
• Digital illustration
• Digital image editing
• Layout and design
• Illustration
• Animation
• Game design
• Motion graphics
• Photography
Students prepare for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and are prepared to pursue higher education. Our students learn by hands-on training and through work experience.
Are you creative? Are you detail oriented? Do you enjoy learning? Can you work within a timeline? Are you good at listening? Do you respond well to critique?
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years
• Adobe Photoshop (4 points)
• Adobe Illustrator (4 points)
CAREERFOCUS
•Imagingspecialist
•Animatororvideographer
•Interactivedigitalmediaspecialist
•3Dgraphicsorinstructionaldesigner
CAREEROUTLOOK
• Adobe Photoshop (4 points)
• Adobe Illustrator (4 points)
• Web or web content designer
• Advertising and/or Marketing
• Creative director
•Beginningmediansalaryof$61,300peryearor$2947perhourforGraphicDesignerswitha2%job growththrough2033
•Beginningmediansalaryof$95,380peryearforWebsiteDesignerswitha8%jobgrowththrough2032
•Post-SecondaryEducation:AssociateorBachelor’sdegreespreferredinthegraphicsfield
Students gain knowledge while working alongside medical professionals in a variety of settings while providing quality patient care This program is designed for students wanting to develop the medical skills, patient care and confidentiality any required by healthcare professionals in healthcare field
Curriculum Focus:
• Medical terminology (college credit)
• Anatomy and Physiology (college credit)
• Weekly testing over material
• Memorization of skills
• College level tests
Program Expectations:
• Attendance is extremely important
• Must pass written and skills tests to obtain certifications
• State hour requirements must be met
• Requires completion of a chapter a day during school hours, with tests the next day
Experience a wide range of health careers through practical lab experiences and clinicals
ISTHISPROGRAMFORYOU?
Are you good at science? Are you interested in the human health field? Do you have good people skills? Are you compassionate? Do you have strong study skills? Are you wanting to pursue a medical career?
EarnOhioDepartmentofEducation(ODE)credentialpointtowardsgraduationduringyourjuniorand senioryears
•StateTestedNursingAssistant[STNA](12points)
•PhlebotomyTechnician(12points)
•EKGTechnician(12points)
• Patient Care Technician (12 points)
• Professional CPR, Basic First Aid (1 point)
StudentsmayqualifyforarticulationcollegecreditandtheTuitionFreedomScholarshipatNorth CentralStateCollege(NCSC).
Health Technology students are prepared for the following programs at NCSC:
• Registered Nursing • Respiratory Care
• Radiological Science • Physical Therapy Assistant
• STNA
• Nursing Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomist
• Patient Care Technician
With additional training/education:
• RN and LPN
• Certified Nurse Practitioner
• Radiology Technician
• Respiratory Therapist
HVAC/R stands for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration. It describes the systems that control the temperature and humidity in buildings, and move air between the inside and outside HVAC systems can be found in both residential and commercial buildings Students will learn how to plan, install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot heating and cooling units
Curriculum Focus:
• Heating and cooling systems
• HVAC Refrigeration
• Use and interpret construction drawings for material calculations and selection
• Fundamentals of sheet metal trade as it relates to ductwork
• Introduction HVAC to electrical systems & components
• Pipefitters relating to gas lines and drain lines
Students prepare for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and are prepared to pursue higher education. Our students learn by hands-on training and through work experience.
ISTHISPROGRAMFORYOU?
Are you detail oriented? Is analytical thinking a strength? Are you dependable? Are you able to work independently?
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points toward graduation during your junior and senior years.
• North American Technician Excellence HVAC Support Technician (12 points)
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• Refrigerant Recovery Core (12 points each)
- Level 1 [Small Appliances]
- Level 2 [High Pressure]
- Level 3 [Low Pressure] - Universal
• OHSA 10 (1 point)
CAREERFOCUS
• HVAC Installer
• HVAC Mechanic
• HVAC Specialist
CAREEROUTLOOK
• HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic/Technician
• Service Technician
• Beginning median salary of $59,810 per year or $28.75 per hour for HVAC/R Mechanic and Installer
• Projected job growth through 2033 is 9% nationwide
This program offers a broad engineering discipline that involves designing, analyzing, manufacturing, and maintaining physical machines that use force and movement. Students will use engineering concepts and various materials to create products. They will be introduced to design software and through handson training, use machines/tools for the manufacturing of these products.
Curriculum Focus:
• Electrical
- Intro to Electrical Circuits
- Electrical Measurements
- Combination Circuits
- Transformers
- Fanuc Robotics, CNC Mill & Lathe
• Manufacturing Operations
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Blueprint reading
• Mechanical & Hydraulics
- Intro to Mechanical Drive Systems
- Power Transmission Systems
- Intro to V-belt Drives
- Fluid Power (hydraulics and pneumatics)
Are you wanting a diverse, multi-pathway educational opportunity? Do you want to explore engineering concepts? Do you have an interest in metal fabrication? Are you a problem solver?
EarnOhio Department of Education (ODE) credential point towards graduation during your junior and senior years.
• Yaskawa Robotic (6 points)
• Fanuc CNC Mill & Lathe (4 points each)
• Fancu Robotics (6 points)
• Parker Fluid Power (4 points)
• American Welding Society (9 points each)
• OHSA 10 (1 point) 18 college credits can be earned in this program. Students may qualify for articulation college credit and the Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College
• CNC Operator/Programmer
• Welder
• Machinist
• Skilled Trades Apprentice
CAREEROUTLOOK
With additional training/education:
• Tool and Die Maker
• Maintenance Supervisor
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Beginning annual median salary for Machinists and Tool and Die Makers is $57,700 per year or $27.74 per hour; typical entry level education is a high school diploma
• Beginning annual median salary for Mechanical Engineers is $102,320 per year $4919 per hour, bachelor’s degree required
ABOUTTHEPROGRAM
Students will build nced welding techniques. This program is ideal for students who enjoy critical thinking and want to learn how to interpret drawings for product fabrication. Students will be creating and fabricating customized metalwork
Curriculum Focus:
• Manufacturing Operations
• Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
• Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
ISTHISPROGRAMFORYOU?
• Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
• Gas cutting, soldering and brazing
• Project building
Do you have an interest in metal fabrication? Are you precise? Do you enjoy building things? Do you like personal achievements? Do you like to work independently?
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential point towards graduation during your junior and senior years.
• American Welding Society (9 points each)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Flux Corded Arc Welding
• OHSA 10 (1 point)
CAREERFOCUS
• Welders, Cutters, Solderers and Brazers Assemblers and Fabricators
• Boilermakers
• Sheet metal workers
CAREEROUTLOOK
With additional training you can become a:
• Weld Engineer
• Machinist and Tool and Die Maker
• Metals and Plastic Machine Worker
• Pipefitter and Steamfitter
• Beginning annual median salary is $51,000 per year or $24.52 per hour; typical entry level education is a high school diploma
This program provid g g al Education Center. This two-year program will allow students to learn the skills for building and residential maintenance, light construction and how to work with a team as well as independently.
Students in this program will take their academic classes with a highly qualified and experienced Intervention Specialist Our classes are designed to enable students to be successful academically Students will complete the following courses:
(2) English
(2) Mathematics
(1) Science
(1) Government/Economics
This program focuses on learning employability skills over the course of the two-year program. The Job Training Coordination program requires special recommendation from the student’s school counselor. This program assists students in understanding their individual potential while matching their abilities and goals through training for future employment.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Cooperate with others
• Perform assembly jobs according to instructions
• Follow routines
• Demonstrate appropriate social interactions with peers
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Shop and workplace safety
• Proper hand and power tool usage
• Minor industrial maintenance skills
• Measuring techniques
• Basic construction methods and skills
• Facility maintenance
• Janitorial team member
• Accept corrective criticism
• Work independently
• Show initiative
• Seek help when needed
• Demonstrate the ability to complete assigned tasks with good speed and quality
• Basic janitorial skills
• Proper use of lawn equipment and maintenance
• Employee hygiene and appearance
• Transferable job skills
• Construction assistant/laborer
• Factory/production line