ANTHIS CAREER EDUCATION CENTER http://anthis.fwcs.k12.in.us/ Application for programs held at the Anthis Career Center is made through the home school counselors. Generally all programs are available to qualified Juniors and Seniors, with some exception made for Sophomores. In both the Fall and Spring Terms, 3 credits can be earned for a total of 6 per year. Many programs offer industry certifications and dual college credit. Most programs are half day with the AM from 8:00am -10:45 and PM from 12:15-3:00. Time exceptions are the 2 nd year Cosmetology students and Culinary 2 students. Buses transport students from their FWCS high school to the main campus only for both the AM & PM programs. The Aviation program is held at Smith Field, with 2 nd year students in the AM and 1 st year students in the PM. In addition, times differ, with a summer class being mandatory in order to obtain the FAA number of required class hours. Buses are NOT provided to Smith Field. Both the Fire Science and Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice programs do not provide transportation to their class site at the Public Safety Academy at Southtown Centre. Many Anthis programs require uniforms, safety equipment, membership to National Organizations and/or tools that are purchased by the students. Class space is limited with pre-requisites suggested in most areas. Since all classes are of the upper high school or college level, both a good math background and reading level will help for success. ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCE CAREERS INTRODUCTION TO ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS: 5211 This program is for students who are interested in exploring careers in the health care industry. It utilizes an in-school curriculum of theory and laboratory skills basic to all health careers. Activities connect academic course work to career fields and will include an unpaid community experience in a health care setting during the Spring Term for those students successful in the Fall Term. DENTAL/CAREERS: 5203 Dental career students gain knowledge and skills that will enhance job opportunities in dental assisting or confirm a choice in the dental field. Students learn basic dental-assisting skills, CPR, dental terminology and laboratory and infection-control procedures. Second semester students get hands-on experience in a dental office two days per week. CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (C.N.A.): 5208 This program is structured to the Indiana State Nurse Aide 105 Hour Training Program. In this program, time is spent learning theory on occupational safety, nurse aide regulations, patient care skills, professionalism, resident rights and standard precautions. In addition, students complete 75 hours of extended lab training in an approved health care facility. After successful completion of the course, students will take the state certification exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, students will be placed on the ISDH Nurse Aide Registry and receive a certificate of completion. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN: New for 2009-10 Does the idea of being an emergency responder sound like the job for you? Do you have a passion for helping people in the medical area? Then this class is for you! Students will have the opportunity to certify in CPR and Blood borne Pathogens as they study to earn their EMT Basic (Emergency Medical Technician) certification. Students will learn how to care for the ill and injured patient through lecture, lab, clinical experiences and hands-on training. Upon successful completion, career opportunities include such things as EMT ambulance services and hospital Emergency Room Technicians. For students interested in even higher levels of medical service, this experience will put them a step ahead of high school graduates without this experience.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS ROTATION: 5510 This is a one or two year NATEF/ASE certified curriculum consisting of four one term courses. There will be lectures, class discussions, videos and hands-on practice with live work. There will be utilization of tools necessary to perform these tasks, some being hand tools, power tools, highly specialized tools and technical service manuals. Students must be able to handle the college curriculum of the mechanics class and able to exercise good diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with good eye-hand coordination. The four term classes are: Engine Performance the theory and diagnosis of fuel injection and computerized engine controls, Auto Electronics instruction covering the electrical system, diagnosis and repair of the electrical systems, Engine Principles/Transmissions instruction covering the theory and repair of gasoline engines and transmissions, Brakes, Suspension and Steering Alignment instruction on the brake systems, suspension and steering systems. COLLISION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM: 5514 A one-year program offering instruction and lab work in repairing, straightening and painting vehicles using the latest technology on today s vehicles. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE: 5510 A one-year program designed to provide skills in the use of commercial buffers, cleaning agents and chemicals used in the Detail Industry. Instruction is also given in basic auto repair, tire service, oil change, belt and hose replacement, fluid check and battery service. AVIATION MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY - 5520 Located at Smith Field on Ludwig Rd. with no transportation provided In cooperation with IVY Tech, the two year FAA approved course is designed to satisfy all FAA criteria for the professional Power Plant Certification. This certificate qualifies the graduate to work on and return to flight status, any and all aircraft engines and their related systems, making the graduate eligible for employment in the aviation industry. In addition, those who continue their education after high school can earn their Airframe Certificate, along with an Associate in Specialized Technology Degree, with only 12 additional months of training in a FAA approved college program. CAREERS IN EARLY EDUCATION - 5412 Must pass criminal history and background check The program allows student to explore careers in elementary and early childhood fields while developing skills to work at early childhood facilities. In addition to the above checks, students may also be required to pass a drug screening and central registry check. Throughout the year, students participate in practicum opportunities such as Montessori, Head Start, nursery schools, Title I preschools, day care and special needs preschools. Successful 1 st year students may apply to the Careers in Early Education Internship Program their senior year. Interns develop a Child Development Associate (CDA) Resource File and may apply for this nationally recognized credential upon graduation CONSTRUCTION TRADES Training in Construction Trades is an investment that can give you a lifelong career! Job entry trade skills will provide the student with security and work satisfaction. The program offers excellent opportunities for students to be exposed to the various areas in construction and to learn basic knowledge and hands on skills. Each 18 week term students will be assigned to a new program in the building trades rotation. HOME BUILDING: 5580 Students are exposed to many phases of carpentry skills while working at a job site building or remodeling residential homes. Skills taught include reading blue prints, estimating costs and materials and safe use of ladders and power tools. Students will frame the walls and rafters, apply sheeting and shingles to the roof, and install windows, doors and siding.
BUILDING MECHANICS: ELECTRICAL HVAC and Plumbing - 5580 Students are exposed to all the mechanical parts of a house. In electrical, projects include blue print reading, electrical service installations, rough wiring or rewiring and installation of receptacles, switches and light fixtures. In HVAC and plumbing, student will learn in the school lab. If the opportunity arises during the year, tradesmen in the field of HVAC and plumbing may assist in projects of plumbing and HVAC in community projects. MASONRY/CONCRETE and FINISH CARPENTRY: 5888 & 5580 Students are exposed to all aspects of the installation of driveways, sidewalks and brick and block walls or fireplaces. Students will also design, build and install kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities. They will learn to install, finish, trim and paint interior doors and finish trim. Other projects may include building bookcases, entertainment centers or desks. COSMETOLOGY 5802 Required Summer Session (20 days 8am-4pm) 2 Credits Fee of $160.00 a year Excellent attendance during the 9 th and 10 th grades, and a strong desire to learn this profession with the ability to cope with repetitive practice and stand for long periods of time, are characteristics needed as a cosmetologist. Dependable transportation to and from class is necessary since the yellow bus schedule does not coincide with our attendance schedule. The Cosmetology Careers program is a two year program requiring 1500 clock hours of instruction in all phases of cosmetology. Students enter the June after the completion of the 10 th grade. The program requires excellent attendance during the two regular school years plus additional instruction during the summer session and bi-weekly six (6) hour Saturday sessions and the Tuesday or Thursday evening class. During the school year students attend for three and one-half hours daily; Juniors 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm; Seniors 8:00 am to 11:30 am. After applying, completing and passing the State Board examination, students receive an Indiana Cosmetology License. CULINARY ARTS CAREERS CULINARY ARTS I: 5440 The program is designed to prepare students for employment in the commercial food service/hospitality industry. The focus of this program is Chef s Training. Students rotate through various areas of the kitchen and become familiar with the proper preparation and presentation techniques of salads, desserts, soups, sauces and entrees. CULINARY ARTS II: 5440 Prerequisite: recommendation from Culinary Arts I Culinary Arts II is an advanced approach to food and cooking principles, appetizers, mother sauces, all meats, fish and desserts. It acquaints students with restaurant style food, menu planning, pricing, inventory, line production and service. Students will participate in the Barr Street Café, learning all aspects of the front and back of the house. ACF certification is awarded after completion of this 2-year program. Class meets from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PRECISION MACHINING/CAD: 5782 & 5640 In Precision Machining/CAD, students get hands on experience operating engine lathes, vertical milling machines, drill presses and surface grinders. They will learn about tomorrow s machine technology -- technology like Computer Aided Drafting and Computer Numerical controlled machining and CAD Technology. In addition they will study the following related skills: precision measurement, materials testing, metallurgy, blueprint reading and applied shop mathematics. Along with the machining skills, students will get hands-on experience and work skills training in AutoCAD. ELECTRONICS/ROBOTICS: 5538 Electronics/robotics prepares students for entry level technical employment in industrial, business and commercial occupations. Curriculum includes direct current, alternating current, power supplies, audio amplifiers, hydraulics, pneumatics and sheet metal basics. Students who excel will experience curriculum with oscillators, industrial power
circuits, am/fm radio, communications and robotics digital electronics. All course material is coupled with hands on projects as students learn to use hand tools, soldering equipment, sheet metal tools, voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, power supplies, frequency generators and oscilloscopes. Trouble shooting is emphasized throughout the curriculum. WELDING TECHNOLOGY: 5776 Students are taught to join metals using ARC, MIG, TEG, and oxyacetylene welding and brazing, and will learn how to cut metals with the plasma arc, oxyacetylene cutting torch and rail torch. A must for the welding field of work is blueprint reading. The American Welding Society (AWS) curriculum and certification is offered. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Get your CERTIFICATION in an area of high-tech computer careers while earning Industry certifications and dual credits at area colleges. You will learn and work with the latest computer software and equipment in a team-based professional setting. As students study for certification in their field, they may also have an opportunity to showcase their skills while on internship at local companies. Students are encouraged to return for a second year to diversify their skills and earn other certifications. After a rotation in all areas offered in the IT Academy, students will select a major in one of the areas of study. COMPUTER SERVICE AND REPAIR:5536 This class will focus on providing the student with the foundation to achieve A+ Certification offered through COMPTIA which is an entry-level exam which tests the skills of computer technicians. Concentration will be on PC systems servicing, troubleshooting, networking, and printing. Students will obtain the knowledge and skills to troubleshoot, upgrade and repair PC Systems. GRAPHIC DESIGN: (AM ONLY): 5550 Utilizing the latest in graphic software, students will learn to design and create various publications. Student projects include business cards, logo design, newsletters, billboards, posters, photo manipulation and illustration. Each student will have the opportunity to work with business owners in the community to showcase their skills on real projects allowing students to build a portfolio to showcase their talent. Students will learn various software programs relating to this field such as: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. COMPUTER PROGRAMMING: 5236 This class will apply programming syntax to HTML documents, manage sites with Cascading Style Sheets and delve into JavaScript. Students will have an opportunity to work with ALICE, a three dimensional, JAVA software program supported by Carnegie Mellon University to develop 3 dimensional, virtual worlds allowing user interaction with characters. The focus during this course is to develop programming logic skills in object oriented languages such JAVA and VB.NET. Students will create forms and write code to construct substantial Windows applications. They will write complete business applications, create professional-looking and fun Windows programs by writing code creating a graphical user interface. TELEVISION PRODUCTION: (AM ONLY) 5986 TV Production combines storyboarding, script writing, producing, directing, camera operator, editing, studio and control room experiences to learn specialized broadcasting skills and video production skills. Students will be exposed to video production equipment, artistic camera composition, script writing, and how to utilize a variety of Electronic News Gathering techniques. Students will learn several computer programs to enhance their editing skills through Adobe Premiere, Sound Booth, and After Effects. Projects produced include commercials, instructional videos, interviews, news shows and many other creative projects. ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE ARTS: (PM ONLY) 5966 Like watching The Apprentice? Then this is the course for you! This fast-paced course is designed to provide students with the skills to organize, develop, and manage their own freelance design business. Utilizing current skills and software knowledge, students will develop real-world projects for local companies. Students will work in a group setting and run their own ad agencies. Projects include logo design, brochures, web design, identity creation, etc. These projects will be presented to real companies for approval. This course requires knowledge of graphic design or web design software (preferably Adobe software).
MULTIMEDIA DESIGN: (PM ONLY) 5986 Multimedia uses text, graphics, sound, animation and video for the creation of stylistic presentations. This class is for students who enjoy the creative aspect of putting human motion and sound to computer-generated characters. Projects include e-cards, promotional and information presentations and Web site development. During the course students will learn the following software: Adobe (Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks) Director, and Bryce. MICROSOFT NETWORK ADMINISTRATION: (PM ONLY) 5234 This 2 nd year IT program has prerequisites of computer repair plus teacher recommendation. These courses may have been taken from the Anthis IT Academy or at a student s home school. Approval to enroll will be made in conjunction with both the home school teacher and IT Academy staff. Students will work in a closely supervised independent study using the online Microsoft IT Academy Curriculum, Microsoft Official Academic Course books, labs and virtual labs to learn how to design, and maintain Microsoft Network environments. A+ and/or networking students focus their studies on the becoming Microsoft Certified Professionals and Comptia Network+ certified technicians. ICE (INTERDISCIPLINARY CO-OP EDUCATION) 5256 Must be an employed Senior Applications must be obtained from, completed, and returned to the Home High School Guidance Office. Students are required to attend a weekly related class at the Anthis Career Center and must have a job. The ICE program provides a transition from high school to the world of work. ICE gives students the opportunity to receive work experience and earn money while in high school. ICE will provide first-hand experience and information in a variety of career fields. PUBLIC SAFETY The Public Safety Department classes will be held at the Public Safety Academy at Southtown Centre. No transportation is provided. FIRE SCIENCE: 5820 The Firefighter Program is the combined effort of the Anthis Career Education Program and the Fort Wayne and Allen County Fire Departments. The program is proficiency-based, preparing students to pass the national accreditation tests for Firefighter I and II status. Instruction is provided by certified and experienced firefighters who will provide students with a clear understanding of the requirements and skills necessary to become candidates for area fire departments. LAW ENFORCEMENT/CRIMINAL JUSTICE: 5822 Interested in crime scene investigation? How the legal system works? Students will experience classroom and practical activities related to criminal justice and law enforcement. This program is a must if you have a passion for a career in public service or the legal system. Classes will be held at the new state of the art Public Safety Academy at Southtown Centre. In addition to being located at a site designed to train law enforcement officials, students will rub elbows with members of the community involved in these types of careers. What a way to explore a career! SPECIAL PROGRAMS LOCATED AT THE ANTHIS CAREER CENTER *Community/Work Skills and Transition to Work are special education programs offered by Fort Wayne Community Schools at the Anthis Career Center. Students who meet program criteria may enroll in these
programs through the Special Education Department. All students must have a Special Education Registration from Anthis, a current IEP and the Blue Special Needs Information Sheet. COMMUNITY/WORK SKILLS PROGRAM This community-based program is designed for special needs high school students in the year prior to their graduation. Students should be able to work competitively in the community, and capable of living semiindependently/independently. Students must have these basic skills for us to help refine them. This program focuses on vocational training, skills necessary for independent living and use of community resources. A major emphasis is placed on students developing personal management skills, appropriate work attitudes, and the necessary work habits to be successful on the job. Students will receive job training with various community employers as well as at Anthis. Students will be assisted and supervised by job coaches/teaching assistants. Students also develop housekeeping, transportation, leisure, and relationship building skills by accessing community resources. TRANSITION TO WORK PROGRAM This program is designed for senior high special needs students in their graduation year, who have successfully completed the Community Work Skills Program. Students in this program must be capable of maintaining a community based competitive job. Students enrolled in this program spend a great deal of time in the community. Employability skills are taught by going to actual businesses, getting job applications and returning them for consideration. Students learn proper ways to contact employers by phone for career information. They also shop to find appropriate attire for job interviews and practice interviewing techniques. These second year students will receive additional community training site experience. Students who obtain jobs while in the program may become co-op students. They must be able to work without the assistance of a job coach and maintain at least 15 hours per week on the job.. YOUNG ADULT TRANSITION (FULL DAY) This program is for students ages 18-22 with moderate and severe disabilities. The class is a full day program focusing on daily living skills, work skills, recreation and leisure and community access.