Portage Lakes Career Center ADULT EDUCATION COURSE CATALOG 2014-2015

Portage Lakes Career Center ADULT EDUCATION COURSE CATALOG 2014-2015 Each path unique... All point to success. www.plcc.edu

ABOUT PLCC The Adult Education Department of Portage Lakes Career Center offers day and evening classes to help adult students remain competitive in today s workforce. Education is the key to getting ahead in today s tough economy. Focused on job training, Portage Lakes Career Center provides hands-on, skills-based instruction that will help you meet your educational goals. Whether you are interested in learning a new skill, furthering your education, advancing in your current job, or wish to embark on a new career path, Portage Lakes Career Center is here to help you succeed. A trained career counselor can help individuals identify interests and abilities and explore career options. Our affordable, flexible education options allow you to make an investment in your future without sacrificing time and money. Portage Lakes Adult Education is a member of the University System of Ohio, offering both part-time and full-time job training. OUR MISSION The mission of PLCC is to develop life-long learners with the skills, expertise and knowledge needed for career and college success. ACCREDITATION CANDIDACY Portage Lakes Career Center is a Candidate for Accreditation by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. The Council on Occupational Education (COE), originally founded in 1971 as a regional accrediting agency of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, is the successor to the Commission on Occupational Education Institutions (COEI). In 1995, the Council became a national accrediting agency. In 2006, the Council celebrated its 35th year of assuring quality and integrity in career and technical education. The council s accreditation process is conducted on behalf of more than 360,000 students across the national who pursue careers in a variety of technical fields. For more information, contact the Council on Occupational Education: 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350. Telephone: 770-396-3898. Fax: 770-396-3790. www.council.org With PLCC, you re on the right course

ENROLL TODAY REGISTRATION IS EASY! Classes fill quickly, so register early. DEADLINE FOR FULL-TIME CLASS REGISTRATION: 8/18/14 REGISTER ONLINE (preferred): www.plcc.edu $1000 VETERAN & ALUMNI DISCOUNT: $1000 off any full-time program for veterans or high school graduates of PLCC s four partner districts: OR REGISTER BY FAX, EMAIL, PHONE OR WALK-IN: Download the registration form from our web site, complete and submit to PLCC: FAX: 330-896-8297 EMAIL: AHolodnak@plcc.edu PHONE: 330-896-8200 WALK-INS: Our offices are open Monday through Thursday from 8am - 9pm and Friday from 8am - 3pm. Bring in completed registration, high school diploma, transcript or GED, with payment. REGISTER BY MAIL: Download the registration form from our web site, complete and mail with payment to: Portage Lakes Career Center Adult Education Department 4401 Shriver Road Uniontown, OH 44685 PAYMENT: Cash, check, VISA, MasterCard and Discover are accepted for course payment. All prices are subject to change without notice. FULL-TIME PROGRAMS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FINANCIAL AID! Financial Aid is available through a variety of sources for qualified individuals in full-time programs. Call 330-896-8123 for more information on the following: Pell Grants - www.fafsa.ed.gov Direct Loan Program - www.studentloans.gov W.I.A. Scholarship BVR Funding TRA and TAA Funding Veterans Benefits Payment Plans Our school code for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is: 016994 Coventry Manchester Springfield Green PLCC 2014-2015 A D U L T E D U C A T I O N C O U R S E OFFERINGS (FT) Full-Time Course - Financial Aid Available (PT) Part-Time Course For complete course descriptions and details, call Portage Lakes Career Center at 330-896-8200 or visit our website at www.plcc.edu HEALTH & MEDICAL OCCUPATIONS Practical Nursing (FT) Medical Assisting (FT) Medical Billing & Coding (FT) Pharmacy Technician (PT) Phlebotomy (PT) Medical Billing & Coding (PT) Medical Terminology (PT) Medical Office Procedures (PT) Medical Law & Ethics (PT) Anatomy & Physiology (PT) INDUSTRIAL OCCUPATIONS Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (FT) Welding Technology (FT) Automotive Service Technician (FT)

on cour HEALTH & MEDICAL OCCUPATIONS COURSES PRACTICAL NURSING(FT) (1300 hours) The W. Howard Nicol School of Practical Nursing, located at Portage Lakes Career Center, is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing. Clinical experiences are an integral part of the program and are completed at a variety of health care facilities and agencies. This 11-month program prepares graduates to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensing Examination (NCLEX-PN). Graduates of the program have a high rate of success on the Licensing Exam, and upon graduation, are employed at hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians and dentists offices, clinics and health care agencies. Class size limited to 60 students. Tuition: $11,300 M-F 8:30am - 3:30pm 9/22/14-8/28/15 MEDICAL BILLING & CODING(FT) (740 classroom hours/160 externship hours)* As a Medical Insurance Billing/Coding Technician, you could be employed by physicians offices, health care facilities, insurance companies, health maintenance and independent organizations, billing facilities, and medical billing from home. The Portage Lakes Career Center program prepares students for entry level positions as: Medical Coder Medical Biller Medical Office Personnel Administrative Assistant Class size limited to 20 students. Tuition: $9475 M-TH 5pm - 10pm 8/25/14-6/4/15 *Externships are scheduled during daytime hours. MEDICAL ASSISTING(FT) (740 classroom hours/160 practicum hours) Because of the great advancements in medicine, and the country s aging population, there will be a continuous increase in demand for Medical Assistants. As one of the fastest growing Allied Health Careers, these multi-skilled health care professionals perform administrative and clinical tasks such as; managing a medical office, administering EKG tests, giving injections, and more, which keep the offices of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and other health practitioners running smoothly. The Medical Assisting Program at PLCC offers hands-on experience in our newly constructed laboratory as well as practicum experiences in a variety of area medical facilities. Upon completion of the program, students will have the opportunity to sit for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) examination offered through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) and sit for Phlebotomy certification offered through the National Healthcare Association (CPT), which is included in tuition costs. Students will have the opportunity to take additional certifications at the scheduling and expense of the student. PLCC s Medical Assisting program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Class size limited to 20 students. Tuition: $8775 M-TH 10am - 4pm Orientation: 8/21/14 Class session: 8/25/14-6/5/15 AT PLCC, TUITION IS ALL-INCLUSIVE! PLCC tuition includes: class fee, textbooks, supplies, and uniform where required. Please call PLCC for more information.

(FT) Full-Time Course - Financial Aid Available (PT) Part-Time Course PHARMACY TECHNICIAN(PT) (96 Classroom hours/4 observation hours)* Pharmacy Technicians can work in the hospital or retail pharmacy environment, helping licensed Pharmacists provide medication and other health care products to patients. This course prepares you to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification exam (CPhT). This program includes: Drug Nomenclature, Pharmaceutical Symbols, IV Preparation and Calculations, Prenatal Nutrition Preparation, Elemental Symbols, Medical Law & Ethics, Abbreviations. Class size limited to 15 students Tuition: $1200 (CPhT exam fee included) F 9am - 3pm Session I: 8/29/14-12/19/14 Session II: 1/16/15-5/8/15 *Externships may be scheduled during daytime hours. PHLEBOTOMY(PT) (180 hours - includes 100 hour externship)* Both classroom instruction and clinical experience in a healthcare facility will provide an opportunity for students to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam through the National Healthcare Association. Students will be trained to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions to prepare for entrylevel positions as phlebotomists. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention, proper patient identification, test requirements, proper labeling of specimens and quality assurance. Class size limited to 12 students Tuition: $1200 (CPT exam fee included) T, TH 6pm - 10pm Session I: 8/26/14-12/4/14 Session II: 1/13/15-4/23/15 *Externships are scheduled during daytime hours. se to su ADDITIONAL PART-TIME HEALTH & MEDICAL COURSES BILLING & CODING* (200 hours) Tuition: $2000 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (99 hours) Tuition: $750 MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES* (66 hours) Tuition: $450 MEDICAL LAW & ETHICS (26 hours) Tuition: $250 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (123 hours) Tuition: $750 * Medical Terminology is a pre-requisite. NURSE AIDE TRAINING (75 hours) Offered at Absolute Health Services: 1126 30th St. NW, Canton Absolute Nurse Aide Training classes prepare you for a successful health care career. Located in Canton - Absolute Nurse Aide Training provides the quality needed to succeed. Absolute is proud to note that the student graduation rate consistently exceeds 99%. State testing is at an off-site location. The Training and Competency Evaluation Program (TCE) is an approved program complying with all applicable Ohio Department of Health regulations. This course fulfills the 75-hour classroom and clinical requirements for students to be eligible to take the certified nursing assistants state competency test. Tuition: $455 M-F 8:30am - 5pm or 6pm - 10pm For training dates or more information call 330-498-8212 or visit https://www.abshealth.com/nurse_aide

cceed I N D U S T R I A L O C C U P A T I O N S C O U R S E S HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION(FT) (600 hours) Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration service technicians install, maintain and repair such systems. At PLCC, we provide hands-on training to master the skills needed to install, maintain, diagnose, and correct problems throughout the entire heating and ventilation system. Upon completion of the program, HVACR technicians often specialize in either installation or maintenance and repair of residential and light commercial HVACR systems. EPA and ICE Certification exams included. Class size limited to 15 students Tuition: $7775 M-TH 6pm - 10pm 8/25/14-6/4/15 WELDING TECHNOLOGY(FT) (600 hours) This program prepares students for employment in the welding industry. The increased need in both state and local industries exceeds qualified people trained in the profession of welding. The certificate program will include welder qualification sheets and certification with the American Welding Society s (AWS) D1.1 Structural Welding Code based on the individual s performance. There are career opportunities available in the welding industry and PLCC is prepared to get you started! Class size limited to 20 students Tuition: $6200 M-TH 6pm - 10pm 8/25/14-6/4/15 FULL-TIME PROGRAMS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FINANCIAL AID! AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN(FT) (600 hours) PLCC s Auto Tech program is designed to prepare individuals interested in entering the exciting field of auto repair. This program will also benefit individuals already working in the field who are interested in becoming ASE certified, or have a desire to gain more knowledge. Students will learn the proper diagnostic procedures that make troubleshooting complex problems a simplified task. This requires good reasoning ability and a thorough knowledge of automobiles. Reading, mathematics, and computer skills are emphasized to keep up with new technology, new services, repair procedures and specifications. Students must provide a copy of a valid driver s license and proof of insurance. The cost of two ASE certification exams is included in tuition. Class size limited to 15 students Tuition: $8075 M-TH 6pm - 10pm 8/25/14-6/4/15 Skilled, affordable training and a new career in less than a year... Compare, save and soar! plcc.edu Y

STUDENT SERVICES Job Placement Portage Lakes Career Center provides job search assistance for all graduates of our programs. Please contact our Placement Coordinator at (330) 896-8278. Career Assessment & Counseling PLCC s individual career assessment and counseling service is available to help you develop a career plan. Occupations that match your interests, skills and work values will be explored and linked to current labor market information and potential training opportunities. FREE Career Assessments will be scheduled on an individual basis. For more information, call 330-896-8278. Books and Supplies All course fees for full- and part-time programs include books and supplies unless otherwise indicated in the course listing. Students are required to be equipped with the necessary protective clothing and safety glasses and to adhere to all school and shop rules. Students may be required to provide their own hand tools/supplies in some classes. Important Cost for all classes and services is subject to change without notice. While every effort is made to provide accurate and upto-date information, PLCC reserves the right to change, without notice, statements in the course catalog. Without sufficient enrollment, classes may be canceled. Graduates of PLCC s four partner districts and veterans receive one $1000 discount coupon applicable toward full-time class fees. Contact PLCC for discount details. Programs and services are available without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. The Portage Lakes Joint Vocational School District is an equal opportunity educational institution. Employment and educational programs are offered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, military status, ancestry, age, genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic and provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The district prohibits harassment of individuals in any form. Any alleged act of discrimination or harassment should be referred to I never welded before I came to PLCC and now I feel confident enough in my skills to enter the job market. I have what I need to compete. Garrett Janos, Welding Mr. Michael Kaschak, Compliance Coordinator, at 330-896-8200. Your Future. Our Focus.

GENERAL INFORMATION, & ENROLLMENT Student Conduct Adult students attending the Portage Lakes Career Center are expected to adhere to all regulations set forth by the PLCC Board of Education and the PLCC Adult Student Handbook. Non-Smoking Policy Portage Lakes Career Center is a tobacco-free campus. Admission Requirements Students are encouraged to enroll in any class regardless of age or gender. Training in nontraditional careers is strongly encouraged. Students must provide the following at the time of registration: Complete application form Official high school diploma or GED All programs (with the exception of Practical Nursing) require a $100 deposit to reserve a seat in the class. The deposit includes the WorkKeys assessment and one re-test fee, if required. If the student does not meet program requirements, or the class is not offered, $70 of the deposit will be refunded. Practical Nursing requires a $50 deposit and a $200 nonrefundable program fee to hold a seat for the student upon acceptance. The deposit includes the WorkKeys assessment and one re-test fee, if required. To be admitted to a program, student must pass the WorkKeys test at the program s required level. Copy of driver s license and proof of insurance (Auto Tech only) NOTE: There are additional requirements for the Health and Medical programs. AT PLCC, TUITION IS ALL-INCLUSIVE! PLCC tuition includes: class fee, textbooks, supplies, and uniform where required. Please call PLCC for more information. NOTE: All programs require a background check and/or drug testing. Cancellation of Classes The Adult Education Department of PLCC reserves the right to cancel, postpone, discontinue or combine classes before or at the first class meeting due to low enrollment. We must cancel classes that do not meet a required minimum enrollment. A minimum of 6 students is needed to ensure operation of most classes; some classes require higher minimum enrollments. If a class is canceled for any of the above reasons, the student will receive a full tuition refund. Attempts are made to contact students whose class has been canceled. To avoid class cancellations, all registrations must be received the Friday before the start of each class. Refund Policy If a student withdraws from any program BEFORE classes have begun, we will refund the tuition paid, less the deposit which is non-refundable. If a student withdraws from any program ONCE CLASSES HAVE BEGUN, the percentage of hours attended by the student will be calculated based upon the total hours in the payment period. The withdrawing student will be billed for the percentage of hours completed. The deposit is non-refundable. Refer to chart for refund percentages. Official withdrawal is defined as the student s last day of attendance. % of Hours Completed vs. % Amount Refunded 0-10%: 80% 11-20%: 70% 21-30%: 60% 31-40%: 50% 41-50%: 40% 51-100% 0% School Closing In the event of inclement weather, local radio stations will broadcast an announcement pertaining to the closing. DAY SCHOOL CLOSING DOES NOT NECESSARILY MEAN THAT EVENING ADULT CLASSES ARE CANCELED. CHECK OUR WEBSITE AFTER 2PM. Class Rescheduling If an adult education class is canceled due to an emergency, weather condition, or teacher absence, a makeup class may be scheduled at the discretion of PLCC. Class Confirmation You may assume that your class will be held unless you are notified that it has been canceled. Completion Requirements Students who successfully complete a full-time program will receive a Career Passport, which includes a Certificate of Completion, transcript, list of competencies learned, and more. Completion standards include a minimum of 90% attendance and a C average of 80% (requirements in some programs may be higher).

se to soar! At PLCC you get one-onone instruction and that helps to make the learning easier and the quality of my work better. Dustin Townsend, Welding I love the HVAC program. The instructor is informative, patient, and flexible. Being here has given me the chance to gain more furnace and AC unit knowledge to apply to my current position so I can do my job even better. Melvena Perkins, HVAC My experience here has been great. The staff and fellow students are amazing. Our teacher is knowledgeable and it s amazing how in depth he gets. I think there is a bright future with this program and I am glad I made the choice of PLCC. Mark Pavlic, HVAC I like that PLCC is hands-on and focused on what I need to know to excel in my field. It s small and I get one-on-one instruction from teachers who know me and who will take that knowledge to help place me in professional environments that use my strengths. I m glad to be back at PLCC. Drew Cannady, Phlebotomy (PLCC high school graduate/culinary Arts 13)