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Portage LakesCareer Center

ADULT EDUCATION COURSE CATALOG

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A B O U T P L C CThe Adult Education Department of Portage LakesCareer 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 em-bark on a new career path, Portage Lakes Career Center is here to help you succeed. A trained career counsel-or 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 withoutsacrificing time and money. Portage Lakes AdultEducation is a member of the University System of Ohio, offering both part-time and full-time job training.

A C C R E D I TAT I O NC A N D I D A C YPortage Lakes Career Center is a Candidate forAccreditation by the Commission of the Council onOccupational Education. The Council on Occupational Education (COE), originally founded in 1971 as aregional accrediting agency of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, is the successor to theCommission on Occupational Education Institutions (COEI). In 1995, the Council became a national accredit-ing 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 conduct-ed on behalf of more than 360,000 students across the nation who pursue careers in a variety of technical fields. For more information, contact the Council on Occupa-tional Education: 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350. Telephone: 770-396-3898. Fax: 770-396-3790. www.council.org. plcc .edu Your Future. Our Focus.

“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

In the near future, PLCC’s Adult Education Department will offer

training programs in robotics technology and advanced manufacturing through a state grant recently awarded to the Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Technology Education Consortium (RAMTEC). RAMTEC is the recipient of a $14.99 million grant from Ohio’s Straight A Fund to address the skills gaps by preparing adult students with advanced manufacturing and engineering skills. The primary goal of the grant is to train workers to obtain jobs in the manufacturing industry. Plans are underway at PLCC to renovate and provide upgrades for the equipment that will be installed in the training area. The Adult Education Department has plans to integrate theRAMTEC facilities into existing programs in addition to offering part-time certification courses to employers and individuals who wish to make themselves more marketable.

Skilled, affordable training and a new career in less thana year...Compare, saveand soar!

FULL-TIMEPROGRAMS ARE

ELIGIBLE FORFINANCIAL AID!

OUR TUITIONIS ALL-INCLUSIVE

NO HIDDEN ORADDITIONAL FEES

Tuition includes:class fee, textbooks,

supplies, uniform where required, certification,

licensing and exam fees. Please call PLCC for more

information.

PLCC 2015 - 2016ADULT EDUCATIONCOURSE OFFERINGS(FT) Full-Time Course(PT) Part-Time Course

HEALTH & MEDICALOCCUPATIONSPractical Nursing (FT)

Medical Assisting (FT)

Diversified Medical Insurance Billing/Coding Technician (FT) Pharmacy Technician (PT)

Phlebotomy Technician (PT)

INDUSTRIALOCCUPATIONSHeating, Ventilation &Air Conditioning & (FT)

Welding Technology (FT)

Automotive ServiceTechnician (FT)

Partner DistrictsCoventry • Manchester

Springfield • Green

REGISTRATION IS EASY!

Classes fill quickly, so register early.

DEADLINE FOR FULL-TIME CLASS

REGISTRATION: 8/14/15REGISTER ONLINE: www.plcc.eduOR REGISTER BY FAX, EMAIL, PHONE OR WALK-IN:Download the registration form from our web site, complete and submit to PLCC:FAX: 330-896-8297EMAIL: KRobinson@plcc.eduPHONE: 330-896-8200WALK-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 registrationform from our web site, complete and mailwith payment to:Portage Lakes Career CenterAdult Education Department4401 Shriver RoadUniontown, OH 44685PAYMENT: Cash, check, VISA, MasterCard andDiscover 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

Enroll Today!

RECEIVE UP TO

$1000ENROLLMENT

DISCOUNT!

Current residents and alumni of

PLCC’s four partner districts as well as

veterans & immediate family members

of PLCC employees receive one $1000

discount toward full-time program en-

rollment or one $250 discount toward

part-time program enrollment.

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ADULT EDUCATION CALENDAR FOR 2015-2016Adult Education Evening Classes run Monday thru Thursday - Automotive, HVAC & Welding

“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 instruc-

tion from teachers

who know me and

who will take that

knowledge to help

place me in pro-

fessional environ-

ments that use my

strengths. I’m glad to

be back at PLCC.”

Drew Cannady,

Phlebotomy (PLCC

high school graduate/

Culinary Arts ’13)

THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON’SAssociate of Technical Studies(ATS) enables students to combinecertifications earned through aneducational entity such as PLCCor a place of employment, with general education courses to meet the associate degree requirements.For more information, please call:

The University of Akron’s College of

Applied Science & Technology

330-972-8832

“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

Look for thisATS symbolfor PLCC’squalifyingprograms.

NEW!Earn credits towards your Associate Degreeat PLCC!

FacilitiesPortage Lakes Career Center is a nearly 140,000 square foot facility located on 47 acres insuburban Uniontown, Ohio. Multiple classrooms and lab spaces are dedicated and available foreducational use, including health care and indus-trial trade specific areas. Media services includemultiple computer labs and mobile laptop carts in addition to program specific printed materials.

Student ConductStudents are in educational programs for careertraining and it is expected that their appearance will reflect this. Any form of dress which is distracting or disruptive in appearance and detrimental to the process of education will not be permitted. Dress for skills lab and training sites is designated by the instructor. Due to safety, students not dressed appropriately will not be permitted to participate in lab or remain at the skills training site. The student will be counted as absent. The following behaviors will result in the student being placed on probation for the duration ofthe programs:• Disruptive behavior in class or externships• Cheating of any kind• Insubordination or disrespect to any staff or stu-dent of PLCC, or skills training site• This is a smoke free campus, there is to be NOSMOKING anywhere on the premises.

Any further incidence of such behavior will be cause for immediate dismissal.

The following behaviors will be cause for immediate dismissal:• Actions with a potential for harm to classmates, staff or client• Willful destruction of property• Falsifying reports (application, assignments, client records)• Drinking of alcoholic beverages on school proper-ty, training site property or at any school functions• Possessing, distributing or using illegal drugs on school property, training site property or at any school functions.• Theft of any kind

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 ori-gin, gender, disability, military status, ancestry, age,genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic and provide equal access to the BoyScouts and other designated youth groups. The district prohibits harassment of individuals in any form. Any alleged act of discrimination or harass-ment should be referred to Mr. Michael Kaschak,Compliance Coordinator, at 330-896-8200.

2015-16 FacultyLast Name First Name Program Degree Conferring Institution StatusBest Suzette Medical Assisting Bachelor of Science Franklin University Full-time Healthcare Mgmt

Brown Jayne Phlebotomy Non-Degreed Certificate from PLCC Part-time Dannemiller Melissa Practical Nursing BSN The University of Akron Part-time MSN California State University

Deckard Melanie Practical Nursing BSN The University of Akron Part-time Hermann Kristine Practical Nursing Associate of Applied Kent State University Part-time Science Bachelor of Science University of Phoenix

Huber Lori Practical Nursing BSN University of Akron Full-time MSN University of Akron

Kapas Michael Welding Non-Degreed Part-time

Keyser Gabrielle Practical Nursing BSN Kent State University Full-time

Kshywonis Steven HVAC Non-Degreed Part-time

Mintz Betsy Pharmacy Technician Associate Degree Brown Mackie College Part-time Pharmacy Technology

O’Neill Richard Automotive Technology 2 Year Diploma University of Northwestern Ohio Part-time Auto High Performance

Perrin Tina Practical Nursing BSN University of Akron Full-time

on courseto succeedH E A LT H & M E D I C A L O C C U P A T I O N S C O U R S E S

P R A C T I C A L N U R S I N G (FT 1300 hours)

The W. Howard Nicol School of Practical Nursing, located at Portage Lakes Career Center, has full approval from the Ohio Board of Nursing. This 11 month program prepares graduates to take the National Council of State Board of Nursing Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Clinical experiences are an integral part of the program and are completed at a variety of health care facilities and agencies. Graduates of the program have a high rate of success on the licensing exam. They can expect employment at a variety of facilities including: long term care, rehabilitation facilities, home care, physician offices, and outpatient clinics. The Practical Nursing program is affordable! Not only do we include books, uniforms, and graduation supplies with the tuition, we also pay for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam and application for the Ohio Board of Nursing. The program has students of all ages and backgrounds. Many use this program as a first step to pursue a professional nursing degree. Class size limited to 50 students.

Tuition: $11,300 I M-F 8:30am - 3:30pm I 9/21/15 - 9/2/16

Obtain your NCLEX-PN Certification and earn 30 Technical Credits toward theAssociate of Technical Studies (ATS) at The University of Akron.

Students in the Practical Nursing Program at Portage Lakes Career Center earn a Certification of Completion in a Practical Nursing training program/coursework which is a requirement to ultimately sit for the NCLEX-PN. While working on NCLEX-PN curriculum throughout the year, Practical Nursing Program students also obtain the following certifications:

IV Certification Through the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN). This certification is granted after a combi-nation of lecture on Ohio Board of Nursing specified topics, in lab practice, and a live stick on a clinical site with an approved facilitator/instructor providing a visual assessment. Medication Certification Through the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN). This certification requires that students pass the Pharmacology course embedded within their year-long Practical Nursing curriculum, practice in lab-facilitated scenarios, and administer medication with a clinical instructor providing a visual assessment.NCLEX-PN Certification to become a Licensed Practical Nurse Through the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN). Once students have graduated the Practical Nursing Program and have received their Certifi-cate of Completion from Portage Lakes Career Center’s W. Howard Nicol School of Practical Nursing, the Practical Nursing Coordinator submits a letter of program completion to the Ohio Board of Nurs-ing Licensure Unit which then performs a background check on all candidates. Once this letter has been received and the background check is passed, students are then able to schedule their NCLEX-PN exam for NCLEX-PN Certification and ultimate licensure.BLS/CPR Certification with AED for Healthcare Providers for Infant, Child, and AdultThrough the American Heart Association. Students fulfill and complete the necessary training and testing offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center.

All of these certifications and exams have already been paid for within the Portage Lakes CareerCenter’s tuition for the Practical Nursing Program.

GENERAL INFORMATION, & ENROLLMENT

Student Conduct Adult students attending the Portage Lakes CareerCenter are expected to adhere to all regulations set forth by the PLCC Board of Education and the PLCC Adult Student Handbook.

Non-Smoking PolicyPortage Lakes Career Center is a tobacco-free campus.

Cancellation of ClassesThe 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 less the deposit which is non-refundable. Attempts are made to contact students whose class has been can-celed. To avoid class cancellations, all registra-tions must be received the Friday before the start of each class.

Refund PolicyIf 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 stu-dent 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.

School ClosingIn the event of inclement weather, local radio stations will broadcast an announcement pertaining to the closing. DAY SCHOOL CLOSING DOES NOTNECESSARILY MEAN THAT EVENING ADULT CLASS-ES ARE CANCELED. CHECK OUR WEBSITE AFTER 2PM.

Class ReschedulingIf an adult education class is canceled due to anemergency, weather condition, or teacher absence,a makeup class may be scheduled at the discretionof PLCC.

Class ConfirmationYou may assume that your class will be held unless you are notified that it has been canceled.

Completion RequirementsStudents who successfully complete a full-timeprogram will receive a Career Passport, whichincludes 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).

Job PlacementPortage Lakes Career Center provides job search assistance for all graduates of our programs. Please contact our Placement Coordinator at (330) 896-8278.

Career Assessment &CounselingPLCC’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 sched-uled on an individual basis. For more information, call 330-896-8278.

Books and SuppliesAll course fees for full- and part-time programs in-clude books and supplies. 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.

ImportantCost for all classes and services is subject to change without notice. While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, PLCC reserves the right to change, without notice, statements in the course catalog. Without sufficient en-rollment, classes may be canceled. Current residents and alumni of PLCC’s four partner districts as well as veterans and immediate family members of PLCC employees receive one $1000 discount toward full-time program enrollment or one $250 discount to-ward part-time program enrollment. Contact PLCC for discount details. Programs and services are available without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

% of Hours Completed vs. % Amount Refunded0 - 10%: 80% 11 - 20%: 70% 21 - 30%: 60% 31 - 40%: 50% 41 - 50%: 40% 51 - 100% 0%

M E D I C A L A S S I S T I N G (FT 900 hours)

The Medical Assisting program is a great way to gain access to a career in the healthcare profession. Recently, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have decided cre-dentialed medical assistants can enter orders into patient medical records for the com-puterized provider order entry (CPOE) – a task previously limited to licensed healthcare professionals. The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares students to perform adminis-trative, clinical and laboratory procedures for employment in a physician’s office, clinic, or hospital. Students are eligible to take the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) examination offered through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) and Phleboto-my certification offered through the National Healthcare Association which is included in tuition costs. Portage Lakes Career Center’s Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program, 1361 Park Street, Clear-water FL 33756, 727-210-2350. Class size limited to 20 students.Tuition: $8775 I M-TH 9am - 4pm I 8/24/15 - 5/31/16

Obtain your CMA & CPT Certifications and earn 30 Technical Credits toward theAssociate of Technical Studies (ATS) at The University of Akron.

Students in the Medical Assisting Program at Portage Lakes Career Center are eligible to test for a variety of certifications included in the following list.

Certified Medical Assisting-CMA Through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Portage Lakes Career Center pays for Medical Assisting students to join the AAMA (included within tuition) which opens the door to take the CMA exam. Students need to be a member of AAMA to take the CMA exam; additionally, students cannot sit for the exam without finishing 160 hours of practicum experience and completing a Medical Assisting training program. Portage Lakes Career Center sends in the students’ applications for this exam a minimum of three months prior to graduation so the exam can be scheduled. Portage Lakes Career Center Medical Assisting students meet the Category 1 eligibility requirements for CMA testing through the AAMA which encompass the following list: Candidate must be a student or recent graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited medical assisting program. The candidate must have graduated from or be about to complete a medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Ac-creditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). Candidates may take the CMA (AAMA) Exam no more than 30 days prior to completing their formal education and practicum.Certified Billing and Coding Specialist-CBCS Through the National Healthcare Association (NHA). Por-tage Lakes Career Center pays for this web exam (included within tuition) which is offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center with the Adult Education Program Manager serving as proctor. Students need to have successfully completed a training program in Billing and Coding within the last five years to qualify for this exam.Certified Professional Coder-CPC Through the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC). Stu-dents must be a member of the AAPC to apply for this exam, and they are responsible for paying for and pursuing this exam if they are interested. A CPC generally must have at least two years of medical coding experience; however, Portage Lakes Career Center students would apply for an apprentice designation to take this exam and would not be required to have the two years of medical coding experience.Certified Clinical Medical Assistant-CCMA Through the National Healthcare Association (NHA).The student pays for this web exam which is offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center with the Adult Education Program Manager serving as proctor. Students need to have successfully completed a training program in Medical Assisting within the last five years to qualify for this exam.Certified Phlebotomy Technician-CPT Through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). The student pays for this exam and to qualify students must have completed an acceptable two-part formal structured phlebotomy program within the last five years consisting of at least 40 hours of classroom train-ing including anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system, specimen collection, specimen processing and handling, and laboratory operations (e.g., safety, quality control, etc.), and 100 clock hours of clinical training and orientation in an accredited laboratory with a minimum performance of 100 successful unaided blood collections including venipuncture and skin punctures.BLS/CPR Certification with AED for Healthcare Providers for Infant, Child, and AdultThrough the American Heart Association. Students fulfill and complete the necessary training and testing offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center (cost included in tuition).

A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t sApplicants admitted to the Adult Education Programs need to meet the following admission criteria:1. Complete application form2. Pay deposit3. Schedule and pass WorkKeys Test4. Official high school diploma and/or transcript or G.E.D. unless enrolling through the Adult Diploma Program through the Ohio Department of Education5. Copy of Driver’s License & Proof of Insurance (AUTOMOTIVE TECH ONLY)6. Schedule appointment with Financial Aid

WorkKeys TestingAll applicants are required to take the WorkKeys test prior to the start of the program. Students that score less than “4” on the WorkKeys test are required to retest. It is necessary to check with the Adult Education Program Manager, as some programs have specific minimum requirements.

Enrollment PolicyAn applicant who has received an acceptance letter from Portage Lakes Career Center will sign his/her enrollment agreement the first day of class. Students applying for financial aid must also have received a Financial Aid Award letter from the PLCC Financial Aid Department prior to signing their enrollment agreement and being enrolled in the program. Students paying in installments must make their first payment on or before the first day of class at which time they will sign their payment plan.

Transfer of CreditsDue to the nature and uniqueness of Portage Lakes Career Center, course credits do not transfer to any other post-secondary program, college, or university. However, those with a certificate of completion from the career and tech-nical programs may take the required general academic courses at the University of Akron and attain an Associate of Technical Studies degree. Credits earned at Portage Lakes Career Center may not transfer to another educational institution. Transfer credits or granting of advanced standing is at the discretion of the other institution. Portage Lakes Career Center will furnish transcripts to another institution at the request of the student. The ability to trans-fer credits from Portage Lakes Career Center to another educational institution may be limited.

Transfer of Students Between ProgramsAfter the program start date, registered students may not transfer to another program. Students must withdraw from their current program and re-register for another program.

Grading SystemA student’s academic progress will be measured on the following scale:95 -100% = A93 - 94% = A-90 - 92% = B+88 - 89% = B NOTE – A “C” (80% or above) is required as a final grade in85 - 87% = B- each course.82 - 84% = C+80 - 81% = C77 - 79% = C -74 - 76% = D+72 - 73% = D69 - 71% = D-0 - 68% = F

Any incomplete work will be converted to 0% if not completed within the time assigned by the instructor/coordinator.

Student Grievance PolicyThe Portage Lakes Career Center believes that complaints and grievances are best handled and resolved by the individuals closely involved. Therefore, the proper steps for handling complaints involving instruction or discipline are with the coordinators and instructors, or the Adult Education Program Manager. Following are the steps to be taken by the student filing a grievance:• The student must obtain a grievance form from the Adult Education Department, complete the form and submit it to the instructor or coordinator within three working days of the incident. The instructor will respond verbally and in writing to the student by completing the form within three working days and returning the form to the student. If a satisfactory resolution is achieved, no further action is necessary.• If a satisfactory resolution is not achieved, the student may submit the form to the Adult Education Program Manager, no later than three working days after receiving the written notification from the instructor. The Adult Education Program Manager will reply verbally and in writing to the student within three working days after receipt of the grievance form.• If a satisfactory resolution is still not achieved, the student should submit the form to the Superintendent no later than three working days after receiving written notification from the Adult Education Program Manager. When the Superintendent has received the form, a decision will be made regarding the grievance within three working days of the written notification. The student will also be given the opportunity to meet with the Superintendent. The decision of the Superintendent will be final and the process will end. Students have the right to contact the Council on Occupational Education (COE), an independent agency responsible for the accreditation of Portage Lakes Career Center. When a complaint raises issues regarding an institution’s ability to meet accreditation criteria, COE will forward a copy of the complaint to the institution and request a formal response. Complaints may be filed with COE at http://www.council.org/feedback/ or by calling 800-917-2081. The mailing address of COE is 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, Georgia 30350.

DIVERSIF IED MEDICAL INSURANCE B ILL ING / CODING TECHNIC IAN (FT 900 hours)

This program is designed for those who wish to gain employment in medical billing, coding and health information management. Employment opportunities include a variety of medical facilities or have the opportunity to work from home. Students will develop a thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, diseases and conditions, pharmacology, electronic health records, practice management software, medical office administration practices, diagnostic and procedural coding, hospital billing, reimbursement and claim form procedures, employability skills and healthcare law & ethics. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions as a medical billing and coding specialist. Upon completion of the program, students will have the opportunity to sit for the Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) examination offered through National Healthcare Association. Students will have the opportunity to take additional certifications as well. Class size limited to 20 students.Tuition: $9475Session I: M-F 9am - 2pm I 8/24/15 - 12/18/15Session II: M-TH 9am - 2pm I 1/4/16 - 5/26/16

Obtain your course Certification and earn 30 Technical Credits toward theAssociate of Technical Studies (ATS) at The University of Akron.

Certified Billing and Coding Specialist-CBCS Through the National Healthcare Association (NHA).Portage Lakes Career Center pays for this web exam (included within tuition) which is offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center with the Adult Education Program Manager serving as proctor. Students need to have successfully completed a training program in Billing and Coding within the last five years to qualify for this exam.Certified Professional Coder-CPC Through the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC). Students must be a member of the AAPC to apply for this exam, and they are responsible for paying for and pursuing this exam if they are interested. A CPC generally must have at least two years of medical coding experience; however, Portage Lakes Career Center students would apply for an apprentice designation to take this exam and would not be required to have the two years of medical coding experience.BLS/CPR Certification with AED for Healthcare Providers for Infant, Child, and Adult Through the American Heart Association. Students fulfill and complete the necessary training and testing offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center (cost included in tuition).

P H A R M A C Y T E C H N I C I A N (PT 190 hours)

The Pharmacy Technician program prepares students for pharmacy career opportunities in retail, hospital, and long-term care settings. Pharmacy Technicians assist licensed pharmacists to provide medication and other health care products to patients. This course prepares students to take the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) through NationalHealthcare Association and the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification exam. Class size limited to 15 students. Tuition: $1200Session I: T, W, TH 6pm – 10pm I 8/25/15 - 12/17/15Session II: T, W, TH 6pm – 10pm I 1/5/16 - 4/28/16

Obtain your CPhT Certification and earn 8 Technical Credits toward theAssociate of Technical Studies (ATS) at The University of Akron.

Certified Pharmacy Technician-CPhT Through the National Healthcare Association (NHA). The student pays for this web exam and students need to have successfully completed a Pharmacy Technician training program within the last five years to qualify. Certified Pharmacy Technician-CPhT Through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)Portage Lakes Career Center pays for students (included within tuition) to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE). Upon receiving a passing score on this exam, students will receive the CPhT Certification designation.BLS/CPR Certification with AED for Healthcare Providers for Infant, Child, and Adult Through the American Heart Association. Students fulfill and complete the necessary training and testing offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center (cost included in tuition).

W E L D I N G T E C H N O L O G Y (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 certifi-cation 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 studentsTuition: $6200 I M-TH 6pm - 10pm I 8/24/15 - 6/2/16

Obtain your AWS Certification and earn 20 Technical Credits toward theAssociate of Technical Studies (ATS) at The University of Akron.

The Welding Technology Program at Portage Lakes Career Center offers numerous American Welding Society (AWS) Certifications based on an individual’s performance and interest area and in accordance with the AWS Entry Welder Performance Qualification Tests (https://app.aws.org/education/sense/qc10_r0808.pdf). Students’ tuition covers each AWS Certification test they are interested in taking up to two times; however, if after taking the test twice a student is still unable to pass the certification test, students are required to pay for the test themselves. All AWS Certification tests are conducted at Portage Lakes Career Center except for the two high pressure pipe nuclear certificates which are contracted through Total Quality Testing (5321 W. 161st St, Cleveland, OH 44142). Any of the certifications that the students obtain must be kept up to date either with an employer sign off or with a refresher course at a weld-ing school; all of these certifications expire every six months and each certification test consists of a performance exam rated by a visual inspection assessment of competency including the following specifications:1. There shall be no cracks or incomplete fusion.2. There shall be no incomplete joint penetration in groove welds except as permitted for partial joint penetration groove welds.3. The Test Supervisor shall examine the weld for acceptable appearance, and shall be satisfied that the welder is skilled in using the process and procedure specified for the test.4. Undercut shall not exceed the lesser of 10% of the base metal thickness or 1/32 in. (0.8 mm).5. Where visual examination is the only criterion for acceptance, all weld passes are subject to visual examination at the discretion of the Test Supervisor.6. The frequency of porosity shall not exceed one in each 4 in. (100 mm) of weld length and the maximum diameter shall not exceed 3/32 in. (2.4 mm).7. Welds shall be free from overlap.

In addition, face and root bends are measured by the following additional criteria: For acceptance, the convex surface of the face- and root-bend specimens shall meet both of the following requirements:1. No single indication shall exceed 1/8 in. (3.2 mm), measured in any direction on the surface.2. The sum of the greatest dimensions of all indications on the surface, which exceed 1/32 in. (0.8 mm), but are less than or equal to 1/8 in. (3.2 mm), shall not exceed 3/8 in. (9.6 mm). Cracks occurring at the corner of the specimens shall not be considered unless there is definite evidence that they result from slag inclusions or other internal discontinuities.Portage Lakes Career Center’s Welding Program offers the following AWS Certifications:SMAW Certification (Carbon Steel 2G and 3G)SMAW Certification (Stainless Steel-3/8”-3G and 4G)GMAW Certification (Aluminum-3/8”-3G and 4G)GMAW Certification (Carbon Steel 1”-1G)FCAW Certification (Carbon Steel Pipe-2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G)SMAW Certification (Carbon Steel Pipe-6G) Open Root E6010Exam conducted at Total Quality TestingSMAW, FCAW, or GTAW Certification (Carbon Steel Pipe-6G) Cap and Fill E7018Exam conducted at Total Quality Testing. In addition, students enrolled in the Welding Program at Portage Lakes Career Center also receive the OSHA 10 training and certification and CPR Certification through the American Heart Association (costs of both are included in tuition).

P H L E B O T O M Y T E C H N I C I A N (PT 180 hours)Students will be trained to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions to prepare for entry-level positions as phlebotomists. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention, proper patient identification, test requirements, proper labeling of specimens, and quality assurance. Students will also learn employability skills. Both classroom instruction and clinical experience/externship 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 offered through the National Healthcare Association and have an optional certification exam (PBT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Class size limited to 12 students. NOTE: Externship hours will be scheduled during the day and students will be placed as space is available. Students will be required to have a criminal background check and drug screen. Prior to starting the externship, students will be required to complete the three-part Hepatitis B vaccination series and flu shot (at student’s expense). Students must have the first of three Hepatitis B vaccina-tions prior to the first day of class. Tuition includes textbooks and certification exam fees.Tuition: $1200Session I: M-TH 9am - 1pm I 6/8/15 – 7/9/15 Session II: T & TH 6pm - 10pm I 8/25/15 – 10/29/15Session III: T & TH 6pm - 10pm I 1/12/16 – 3/17/16

Certified Phlebotomy Technician-CPT Through the National Healthcare Association (NHA). Portage Lakes Career Center pays for this web exam (included within tuition) which is offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center. Students need to have successfully completed a training program in Phlebotomy within the last five years to qualify for this exam and this training must include successfully performing a minimum of 30 venipuncture and 10 capillary sticks on live individuals. *Please note, however, that Portage Lakes Career Center’s Medical Assisting and Phle-botomy Programs require 100 venipuncture and 100 hours of externship to qualify for successful program completion.Certified Phlebotomy Technician-PBT Through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). The student pays for this exam and to qualify students must have completed an accept-able twopart formal structured phlebotomy program within the last five years consisting of at least 40 hours of classroom training including anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system, specimen collection, specimen processing and handling, and laboratory operations (e.g., safety, quality control, etc.), and 100 clock hours of clinical training and orientation in an accredited laboratory with a minimum performance of 100 successful unaided blood collections including venipuncture and skin punctures.BLS/CPR Certification with AED for Healthcare Providers for Infant, Child, and Adult Through the American Heart Association. Students fulfill and complete the necessary training and testing offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center (cost included in tuition).

The HVAC/R course offered at Portage Lakes Career Center offers the EPA 608 Certification commonly referred to as the CFC (ChloroFluoroCarbon) Certification. The cost of this certification exam is included within Portage Lakes Career Center’s tuition and consists of four main web-based assessments, each offered here at Portage Lakes Career Center. The tests consist of four portions each measuring and assessing different knowl-edge components. Three separate certifications are offered with the successful completion of three portions of the test (Type I, II, and III Certifications) but students who pass all three certification tests receive the CFC Universal Certification (which is the HVAC/R Program goal). The test layout includes the following:Part I: This section of the assessment focuses on core knowledge including laws, information about ozone depletion and other industry concerns, and specific dates of importance.Part II - Passage of this portion grants Type I Certification This section of the assessment focuses on small appliances and certifies that the holder can work on small appliances utilizing five pounds or less of refrigerant.Part III-Passage of this portion grants Type II Certification This section of the assessment focuses on and, when passed, allows the holder to work on medium, high, and very high-pressure appliances including outdoor and rooftop units.Part IV-Passage of this portion grants Type III Certification This section of the assessment deals with low-pressure appliances and, when passed, certifies that the holder can work on low-pressure appliances including chillers.The student who passes Parts II, III, and IV and receives all three certifications becomes the holder of a CFC Uni-versal Certification. In addition, students enrolled in the HVAC/R Program at Portage Lakes Career Center also receive the OSHA 10 training and certification and CPR Certification through the American Heart Association (costs of both are included in tuition).

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNIC IAN (FT 600 hours)

PLCC’s Auto Tech program is designed to prepare individuals interested in entering theexciting field of auto repair and those already working in the field who are interested in be-coming ASE certified. Students will learn the proper diagnostic procedures that make trouble shooting complex problems a simplified task. The Automotive Service Technician Program covers brakes, steering and suspension, drive trains, engine repair and performance, electrical and computers, and heating & air conditioning. Students must provide a copy of a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. The cost of two certification exams is included in tuition. Class size limited to 15 students.Tuition: $8075 I M -TH 6pm - 10pm I 8/24/15/ - 6/2/16

Obtain your ASE Certifications and earn 20 Technical Credits toward theAssociate of Technical Studies (ATS) at The University of Akron.

I N D U S T R I A L O C C U PAT I O N S C O U R S E S

HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING (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 I M-TH 6pm - 10pm I 8/24/15 - 6/2/16

Obtain your EPA/ICE Certifications and earn 20 Technical Credits toward theAssociate of Technical Studies (ATS) at The University of Akron.

The Automotive Service Technician Program at Portage Lakes Career Center offers students the opportunity to test for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications offered off-site at Pearson Vue Testing Center ( 231 Springside Dr, Akron, OH 44333). To become ASE certified, students must pass an ASE test and have full-time, hands-on work experience (or a combination of formal training and experience). The amount of work experience required can vary by test. To substitute relevant formal training for work experience, a student will attach an official transcript or certificate of completion to his/her testing application. In most cases, ASE will credit one month of work experience for every two months of full-time training. Students in the Automotive Service Technician Program are offered, within the price of their tuition, the opportunity to take two ASE exams in the Automobile and Light Truck Certification series (A1 through A8; please note, however, that the test goes to A9 but Portage Lakes Career Center Automotive Service Technician Program does not teach any of the coursework covered in the A9 test). Students generally take the A4-Suspension and Steering and the A5-Brakes exams; however, students are able to take any of the following:A1 – Engine Repair (50 scored questions) A2 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (50)A3 – Manual Drive Train and Axles (40) A4 – Suspension & Steering (40)A5 – Brakes (45) A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems (50)A7 – Heating and Air Conditioning (50) A8 – Engine Performance (50)

In addition, students enrolled in the Automotive Service Technician Program at Portage Lakes Career Center also receive their CPR Certification through the American Heart Association (cost included in tuition).