Puget Sound Skills Center Preparing Students for College & Career Course Guide 2021-22

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At PSSC you can earn: College Credit, Industry Certification, High School Credit 3 Sessions! Pursue Your Passion Instructors from industry teaching HANDS-ON TRAINING! Field Trips Relating to the Class!

18010 8th Avenue South, Burien, WA 98148 • 206-631-7300 • www.pugetsoundsc.org Choose From These Outstanding Career Pathways: “Our daughter blossomed at PSSC. She became involved in leadership BUSINESS, MARKETING & ADMINISTRATION and gained a lot of self-confidence. She is the type of kid that learns Fashion Design & Marketing best in a hands-on learning Translation & Interpretation environment and PSSC was great for that. We believe that PSSC is the HOSPITALITY & TOURISM reason she went on to study fashion design in college. She came out ACF Accredited Culinary & Pastry Arts knowing about career options in Outdoor Recreation & Leadership her field and what it would take to get there and market herself. HUMAN SERVICES PSSC is a great option and we are Criminal Justice Training thankful that the choice is available Fire & Emergency Services to kids today.” Steve and Lisa Klein INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY College IT in the High School Animation DigiPen Video Game Programming (AP®)

SCIENCE & HEALTH Aeronautical Science Biomedical Research and Global Health Dental Assisting Marine Science Technology Nursing Assistant–Certified

TRADES & INDUSTRY Aerospace Manufacturing/Engineering Auto Body Technology Driving Directions: Automotive Technology From I-5, take Exit #152. Head West on Construction Technology 188th Street. Follow 188th Street past the airport. Turn right on 8th Avenue South to PSSC.

PSSC credits are generally applied to occupational or FREE school bus transportation is elective graduation requirements. Depending on the provided to PSSC by the Federal Way, program, academic equivalency credits in English, Highline, Tahoma, and Tukwila school science, math, health, and fine arts may be earned districts. If you are a student in any of after two semesters and a passing grade in a PSSC these districts, you can choose Puget Career & Technical Education (CTE) class. Available Sound Skills Center to complement equivalencies are indicated with each course. your high school education and develop 21st century work skills. College Credits in High School Classes are taught in a hands-on Agreements with local colleges allow students to earn environment - and give you real-life free or low-cost college credits while participating in experiences to further your education a Puget Sound Skills Center program. Students may and career. earn up to 51 credits depending upon the program. PSSC currently has college credit agreements with Class Times: , , DigiPen University, , , First Session: 7:55 a.m. - 10:25 a.m. , Central College, Second Session: 11:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. , University of Alaska Fairbanks, and State University. Check with your Third Session: 3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. counselor or PSSC for specific details. Monday – Thursday College credits earned in high school save students Friday online thousands of dollars! BUSINESS, MARKETING & ADMINISTRATION

Fashion Design & Marketing Translation & Interpretation This program provides an introduction into the world If you have native fluency in a language other of fashion and interior design. Students gain hands- than English and enjoy helping people understand on experience through an internship program. You one another, then you may have what it takes will shadow professionals in your chosen career for a career using your heritage language. The path and receive skills needed to succeed in the Fundamentals of Translation & Interpretation fashion and design industry. Gain a general, but will teach you the skills necessary to meet the practical, understanding of what is required to growing need for Interpretation services in business develop and produce a line of clothing, home and the community. Learn from professional accessories, or furniture. Your work will be highlighted interpreters in the industry. Internships provide in your customized portfolio. Great industry site visits students opportunities to practice their skills in real and challenging local and national competition situations. opportunities. Career Opportunities: Career Opportunities: n Medical Interpreter n Buyer, Merchandising n Educational Interpreter n Designer n Community Interpreter n Sales Representative, Retail Management n Business Interpreter n Display Artist, Visual Merchandising College Credits: College Credits: Up to 15 available Up to 13 available Certification Available: Academic Equivalency Credit: Washington State Department of Social and English, Fine Arts Health Services Academic Equivalency Credit: English •

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ACF Accredited Culinary & Pastry Arts Career Opportunities: n Chef n Banquet Event Staff Learn to succeed in the Culinary Arts while working n n in a 74 seat public restaurant. You will gain hands-on Pastry Chef Private Catering work experience in The Class Act Restaurant’s kitchen, n Restaurant Management n Event Coordinator dining room and banquet rooms. The Culinary Arts National Certifications:Certified Fundamentals program at PSSC is one of only four skills center Cook, and/or Secondary Culinary Graduate through programs in the entire state certified by the American the American Culinary Federation Culinary Federation (ACF), an internationally College Credits: If you successfully complete the recognized professional chefs association. The ACF course (1 or 2 full years) with a ‘B’ or better you may has presented the program with the prestigious be able to earn up to two college quarters for free at exemplary award for maintaining the highest South Seattle College or Renton Technical College. educational standards recognized by the American Earning a two-year certificate from the program at Culinary Federation Accrediting Commission PSSC meets the work experience of the prestigious (ACFEFAC). You will create incredible food and learn Culinary Institute of America. Earning these credits polished service techniques under the guidance of requires excellence and dedication, and will set you instructors with decades of experience in the industry. apart from your peers on your career path. Up to 33 Emphasis is placed on classical techniques and college credits available. artistic plating, taught through six different ethnic and regional menus throughout the year. Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Science and Fine Arts You will learn to make a wide range of sandwiches, salads, dressings in the pantry; soups and entrees Competitions: All students take part in our in-house with a variety of starches & vegetable dishes in the competition with teams led by industry chefs from hot line; make breads, desserts and other baked the Seattle area, and students may also compete in goods in pastry, and perfect banquet and table an ACF-Style individual service in the dining room. Visit us online at http:// competition preparing www.theclassact.macmate.me them for a lifetime of competitive advantages.

Outdoor Recreation and Leadership NEW program! Picture yourself walking through the snow-capped Career Opportunities: mountains of Washington, filtering your water from n Outdoor Educator a mountain stream, or camping on the beach of n Teacher a secluded island. Imagine yourself leading 30 n Challenge Course Facilitator sixth graders to be stronger people, or presenting n Wilderness Guide with confidence in front of an adult audience. In n Park Ranger partnership with Waskowitz Outdoor School, the n Outdoor Recreation and Leadership program helps Naturalist outdoor lovers or the outdoor-curious to become n Parks and Recreation Educator industry professionals with the skill, judgment, and Beyond a Career: presence to lead life changing experiences. If you • No better place to learn how to be an effective decide not to work in the outdoor industry you can member of a team, which you will use in your life use your new understanding of communication, forever. leadership, and teamwork in any setting. • No better place to learn your personal strengths Note: This course is unique for PSSC. It is offered all and how to use them for leading others. day 1st and 4th quarter, only. Most students will • You will learn techniques for planning and not be able to attend classes at thier homeschool preparation fundamental to every important though you can still graduate from your homeschool endeavor in life. and participate in all activities outside of school hours. During 2nd and 3rd quarter you will have • You will build your relationship with nature that will several options at PSSC for core classes and improve your health for the duration of your life! preparation for your 13th year. •

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Criminal Justice Training Fire & Emergency Services The Criminal Justice program at Puget Sound Skills Join us in this exciting and challenging program Center will provide students with an understanding that prepares you for a successful career in fire or of all the different career opportunities in the emergency services. Learn all aspects of the field, criminal justice field. Students will learn about the including fire investigation, public education, and criminal justice process, civil and criminal law, fire prevention. Students learn about fire science patrol tactics, white collar fraud crimes, crime scene and participate in actual training drills. Learn processing, interviewing techniques, court room fire safety, incident management systems, use of procedures, and corrections operations, among hose, ladders, self-contained breathing apparatus other criminal justice topics. Students will learn (SCBA’s), and First Aid/CPR. Some students from through lectures, videos, and hands on practical this program are selected for sponsorship to an exercises involving individual and small group Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class and our assignments. Students will present information Wildland Firefighting apprentice program. Tour local learned through written reports and presentations. fire stations, the Valley Communication Center, and Students will also learn from current and former the Washington State Fire Academy. Combine great federal, state and local law enforcement, attorneys, teaming skills with physical and mental strength fraud investigators, and other industry professionals. as you work through the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA Training program). Career Opportunities: n Law Enforcement, Local/State/Federal Career Opportunities: n Firefighter n Border Patrol n Wildland Firefighter n Homeland Security n Paramedic/EMT n Forensics n Dispatcher n Private and Industry Security n Medical Technician n Legal and judicial careers in criminal and civil courts National Certifications Available: Red Card n Financial and Insurance Fraud Investigators (Wildland Firefighting), FEMA - Incident Command System #100, #200, and #700. Healthcare CPR/First College Credits: Aid certification Students can earn up to 10 college credits College Credits: 15 Available - Bates Technical Academic Equivalency Credit: English, PE College, and 21 at the University of Alaska (Includes EMT & Red-Card Certs) Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Health and P.E. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

College IT in the High School Animation PSSC IT program grads are prepared Do you enjoy drawing? If you reach for a pencil and paper, for a successful career in the industry with every chance you get, if you love to immerse yourself in and beyond. Take advantage of an art or simply love to doodle, this program is for you! unparalleled education that PSSC offers: During the first semester of this program we thoroughly • Up to 40 College Credits - AT NO CHARGE investigate the basics of drawing including; sketching/ TO STUDENTS drawing techniques, mark making, gesture drawing, • Make progress towards your Associate shading/value, lighting, landscapes/backgrounds, anatomy, Degree from Green River College perspective, color theory, and 3 views of characters. Use of • Free Industry Certifications from the Wacom Intuos Pro tablets is a completely different way to Microsoft, CISCO and CompTia. draw. • State of the Art Equipment Second semester is entirely using drawing tablets and • Hands on industry experience learning the 12 Principles of Animation. Some work with building character development, too. Next beginning Puget Sound Skills Center is proud to animations with Adobe CC (Photoshop and Animate). be a partner with Green River College. Tablets are an integral tool for professionals as you interface Information technology is consistently with computers, software and apps. listed at the top of in demand careers, especially in the greater Puget Sound Field trips to Tacoma harbor, Tacoma Art Museum, LeMay region. IT careers are well paid and offer America’s Car Museum, and Seattle Art Museum, Olympic the chance to work in any industry or Sculpture Park and other art locations are an integral part location. PSSC is offering the opportunity of learning. Second year does a quick review of previous for students enrolled in this program to year’s work and an advanced curriculum with more detailed achieve a national IT industry certification drawing and animation advancements using different while still in high school. Students will software called Adobe CC Character Animator. learn and develop skills as a systems Course Curriculum: administrator and learn on industry- • 2D art (some 3D) standard equipment, which is regularly • Adobe CC Photoshop, Animate, Illustrator, updated to stay current with advancing Character Animator technologies along with daily hands on • Work around campus application to student learning. So if • Sketch pad and digital drawing approach you want to solve interesting community • Drawing for class with presentations and world problems and you’re a hands • Innovation and creativity encouraged on learner, enroll at PSSC and earn your degree in IT Networking – AAS-T (Associate Career Opportunities: of Applied Science-Transfer Degree). n Gaming and animation fields n Movie industry Career Opportunities: n Advertising n Network Administrator n Publishing n Technical Support Specialist n App development n PC Support Specialist n Web design n Help Desk Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Fine Art n Data Center Technician College Credits: Highline College electives n Systems Administrator n Information Systems Administrator National Certifications: Microsoft, Cisco and CompTIA College Credits: Up to 20 available Academic Equivalency Credit: English INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY continued

Digipen Video Game Programming (AP®) You will learn to: • Program in C/C++/C#, fundamental languages, This is your chance to level up, from game player to and more game creator. Learn computer programming, as • Develop a video game using a game engine, and well as the mathematics, art, and design elements digital graphics and audio tools essential to modern video game production. Through the Unity 3D game engine and textbooks, • Apply math and physics to create simulations Microsoft’s Visual Studio, and other tools, students • Prepare for the AP® exam in computer science acquire game design, real software engineering, and (year two) advanced problem solving skills. • Create a digital portfolio of your work The curriculum features custom DigiPen textbooks, Career Opportunities: certification curriculum from Unity 3D, and multiple n College course and financial credits at area games to make in 2D and 3D. You are expected to colleges create the project plans, art, and music and sound n Video Game Design/Programming/Production effects for your games, using our in-class digital tools. n Software Engineering The class includes the Game 100 college course n Digital Simulations from DigiPen, where you create games individually n Information Technology and STEM generally and in teams. College Credits: Up to 15 credits available. Prospective students will have done well in Algebra Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Algebra I and/or more advanced courses, as software is and Fine Arts. mathematics converted into technology.

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SCIENCE & HEALTH

Aeronautical Science Pathway (ASP) Love Aviation? Take off with Puget Sound Skills Center • Learn from industry experts and professionals, fly and The Museum of Flight’s Aeronautical Science aircraft and drone simulators, and prepare for Pathway (ASP) program! This exciting new program various FAA examinations required for certification. prepares you for high-demand, high wage careers in Career Opportunities: aviation and aerospace. n Professional Pilot n Air Traffic Controller • Earn up to 30 FREE college credits per year through n Airline Dispatcher n Airport or Airline Manager Green River College in this two-year program, while still in high school! Credits can be applied towards n Unmanned/Autonomous Aerial Systems an associate or bachelor degree in Aeronautical College Credits: Up to 60 over two years; qualify for Science at Green River College. more credits with AP and other eligible courses • Courses and topics range from aviation history, Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Science Unmanned Aerial Systems, and private pilot ground school to airport management, airline operations Class Location & Time: The Museum of Flight, 3:45- and aviation security. 6:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday with additional online assignments equivalent to 3.5 hours per week. • Jet toward an exciting, in-demand career as a pilot, air traffic controller, dispatcher, airport or airline manager, or in the expanding field of unmanned Transportation: Students aerial systems…and more! enrolled in this program must • Immerse yourself in an unparalleled, aviation-rich provide their own transportation learning environment at the renowned Museum of to and from and the Museum of Flight where iconic aircraft, a space gallery, and over Flight. 200 docents with extensive flight-related experience will inspire your learning. •

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Biomedical Research & Global Health Dental Assisting This program is intended to help prepare students Many exciting professions are based in the fields for the many different career opportunities in of science and health. Begin your journey now biomedical research and healthcare. The program into a life-long career. Dental Assisting provides will create a strong foundation in biological students with an introduction to professions in the sciences and research through review of case field of dentistry. Dental-assisting skills are taught studies related to the prevention and elimination preparing students for entry-level job opportunities of disease, extensive hands-on laboratory in dental offices and clinics. Classroom theory and experimentation, field trips to local organizations hands-on skills are taught concurrent with clinical engaged in biomedical research, and guest experience at PSSC’s on-site Sea Mar Dental Clinic, lectures by local researchers. The curriculum will as well as internships in private dental practices. also address emerging technologies such as This program offers an excellent foundation for gene editing, immunotherapy, and regenerative students desiring to enter post-high school pre- medicine, and be infused throughout with dental and pre-hygiene college programs in authentic research with real-world applications dental assisting and dental lab tech. Curriculum for improving human health. Students will also includes; pre-clinical sciences, health and safety, learn about the variety of biomedical career x-ray procedures, chair-side assisting, sterilization, opportunities available in laboratories, hospitals, instrument identification, preventative and and clinics. restorative procedures, oral pathology, ethics, and Career Opportunities: professionalism. n Laboratory Technician/Technologist Career Opportunities: n Clinical Research Assistant n Dental Assistant n Biomedical Researcher n Dental Lab Technician n Medical Technologist n Dental Hygienist n Veterinary or Animal Care Technician n Dentist National Certifications Available: CPR/BLS for National Certifications Available: Healthcare Provider with AED, OSHA 10-hour Endorsed by the Washington Dental Association. General Industry (Healthcare) 7-Hour HIV, Bloodborne Pathogens, CPR/BLS for College Credits: up to 10 available healthcare providers with AED HIPAA Work Base Learning. Academic Equivalency Credit: Science, English College Credits: Up to 10 credits Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Science, Health •

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Marine Science Technology Skilled Marine and Environmental professionals are in high demand! The Marine Science Technology program combines practical skills such as seamanship, navigation and marine safety with Western Washington’s curriculum in environmental science and oceanography. Students work closely with professionals from the Seattle Aquarium and all students receive a pass that allows them to visit the aquarium whenever they wish. If you are interested in studying the ocean and marine life while in high school this program is for you. Career Opportunities: n Oceanographer n Marine Scientist Marine Science instructor Joe Weiss uses n Environmental Scientist his scientific experience involving beach n Research Vessel Officer sediment analysis combined with his n Marine Engineer background in commercial fishing and his n Fisheries Technician education in environmental planning and marine affairs to inspire students. National Certifications Available: United States Coast Guard/Standards for Training and Certification for Watchkeeping (USCG/STCW) College Credits: Highline College (pending) Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Lab Science

Nursing Assistant–Certified Jumpstart your future in the health care profession! This year-long program delivers a Washington State College Credits: Up to 17 credits available with approved curriculum allowing graduates to qualify for grade qualification. the Nursing Assistant Certification examination. Many Certifications Available: colleges require this certificated coursework as a prerequisite into their Allied Health programs. Students HIV, Bloodborne Pathogens, CPR/BLS for will learn fundamentals of patient care, anatomy and healthcare provider with AED, Nursing Assistant- physiology, medical terminology and explore various Registered, Nursing Assistant-Certified. career pathway opportunities in healthcare. Students will Second year students are encouraged to join our obtain further hands-on experience with patient care at Bio-Med Program to further their knowledge in the a variety of clinical settings including both hospital and study of disease and global health. long-term care facilities. Job opportunities are available Pre-Nursing: upon completion of program. Running Start students work to complete their pre- Career Opportunities: requisite courses for nursing school while earning n Nursing Assistant-Certified their NA-C, by gaining experience performing n ER Technician clinicals and internship opportunities. n LPN/RN Academic Equivalency Credits: n Sports Medicine English and Health, Lab Science n Sonography n Radiology n Physical Therapy n Standard 1st Aid Training, Dementia Training Course offered AM, PM and Third Session TRADES & INDUSTRY

Aerospace Manufacturing/Engineering (AP) Industries need qualified workers in manufacturing, Career Opportunities: fabrication, and assembly n Aerospace manufacturing • 450+ aerospace related manufacturers in King n Metal fabrication County and 1000+ in WA n CAD/CAM • Companies are now hiring qualified high school n Engineering graduates n Design

• Continue your education with company provided n Quality Control education subsidies • Boeing employees earn an average of $42,000 Certifications available: their 1st year of employment CPR/1st Aid/AED, Manufacturing Skills – Part 1, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, LEAN, AME students work at their own pace within a 5S, 6 Sigma, Personal Productivity; Teamwork, & Time defined timetable to master their skills in: Management, Forklift safety and operation Manufacturing – Foundation Shop Skills, Safety, Quality College Credits: Control, Precision Measurement, LEAN manufacturing, Up to 18 credits at local community and technical 5S, & Sigma 6 colleges Engineering – 2D & 3D CAD, Print Reading, Technical Academic Equivalency Credits Sketching, & Parametric Modeling Design – Design Fundamentals, Rapid Prototyping, English, Geometry, 3rd year Math, Science, Fine Art Reverse Engineering Composites – Basic lay-up, safety and process to produce simple carbon fiber products

Automotive Technology There is a huge demand for a well-qualified Career Opportunities: automotive technician. Cars in today’s world require n Car Dealerships massive amount of computer and mechanical n High Performance and Racing knowledge. At PSSC you will learn both. A two part n Service Manager Shops program of hands on application on actual cars, n Parts and Sales and in-class theory application will prepare you to be n Factory Specialized Technician able to work on the hi-tech cars that are in today’s n Service Centers market. n Tire Centers Some of the Many Things You Will Learn Are: National Certifications Available: National • Diagnose and trouble-shoot engine performance Automotive Technicians Education Foundation problems (NATEF) • Electrical systems • Use modern-day computerized equipment to work College Credits: on cars Up to 30 available • Steering and Suspension Academic Equivalency Credit: • How the internal parts of an engine operate English, Science • Performance upgrades • Standard and Automatic Transmissions • Heating and Cooling • Brakes TRADES & INDUSTRY, continued

Auto Body Technology Construction Technology Students gain hands-on experience in a working auto body Learn the fundamentals of designing shop equipped with the latest technology. Take advantage and building various structures. of the new Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair Discover over 160 different career (I-CAR) qualifications and credits. Learn paint preparation and opportunities in the industry - while refinishing processes and how to use a side-draft spray booth, preparing for your next career step, computerized estimating systems, and frame-straightening whether it’s college, apprenticeship, equipment. or early entry into the workforce. As a bonus, earn college credits PLUS Career Opportunities: industry certifications, all while still in n Auto Paint Specialist high school. Build your future at PSSC. n Auto Body Repair Specialist n Insurance Appraiser Career Opportunities: n Construction Project Management National Certifications Available: n Contractor Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) Safety n Roofer Program Certification n Electrician College Credits: n Carpenter Renton Technical College (pending) n Plumber Academic Equivalency n Inspector Credit: English National Certifications Available: • National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) • Multicraft Core Curriculum College Credits: South Seattle College, Green River College (pending) Academic Equivalency Credit: English, Math

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www.pugetsoundsc.org Highline Public Schools Puget Sound Skills Center 18010 - 8th Avenue South Burien, WA 98148

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All PSSC courses are taught by experienced professionals using state-of-the-art technology and equipment. Our courses give students the foundation and training needed to prepare for post-secondary education and enter emerging, world-market careers. Classes are two-and-a-half hours daily and students attend one class and can earn 1.5 credits (1.0 for Third Session) for each semester of successful completion. Courses offer equivalency credits in math, science, fine arts, health, PE, and English depending on the curriculum. PSSC students may also earn credits for off-campus work experiences. Best of all, PSSC courses are free! Transportation is provided from high schools in Federal Way, Highline, Tukwila, and Tahoma! Need credit-retrieval assistance? PSSC offers a unique, high school completion program for students who have a proven track record at PSSC but are behind in credits at their neighborhood high school.

Our summer session is open to incoming 9th - 12th grade students.

Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Any person having inquiries should contact: • Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affirmative Action, Civil Rights Act (employees), and Title IX: Chief Talent Officer, 206.631.3121, [email protected]; • Civil Rights Act: Executive Director of Student Support and Family Engagement 206.631.3100, [email protected]; • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act- Director of Health and Social Services, 206.631.3011, [email protected] • Address: 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien, WA 98166