2017 - 2018 PORTER COUNTY Career & Technical Education

www.pccte.org • (219) 531-3170 porter County Career & teChniCal eduCation 2017 OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE

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Porter County Career & Technical Center, 299 South State Road 49, Valparaiso 46383 1005 N. Franklin St., Valparaiso 46383 (In Agriculture Building) Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. • Auto Services Technology • Health Science Ed. I w/Anatomy • Horticultural Science • CAD & Animation • Health Science Ed. II • Construction Trades • Precision Machining • Electronics & Computer • Strategic Marketing Internship wheeler hiGh sChool Technology • Video Production & Media • Entrepreneurship/ Studies 587 West 300 North, Valparaiso 46385 Sports & Entertainment Mktg. Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. • Criminal Investigations Entrance E • Criminal Justice System Entrance E 2727 N. Campbell Street, Valparaiso 46385 portaGe proGrams Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 4:30-5:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. 6450 U.S. Hwy 6, Portage 46368 • Computer Tech Support Front Entrance, Rm. Blue 218 Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. • Auto Services Technology Willowcreek M.S. Rear Entrance Boone GroVe hiGh sChool • Construction Trades Willowcreek M.S. Rear Entrance • Dental Careers PHS-East Door C, Rm. 155 260 S. 500 West, Valparaiso, IN 46385 • Health Science PHS-East Door C, Rm. 156 Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. Education I w/Anatomy • Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management (**for Jan. 24 p.m. visit, use door Q for Dental & Health) • Graphic Imaging Tech. PHS-West Door F, Rm. B14 iVy teCh Community ColleGe Jan. 24, 1-2 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 1-2 p.m. • Diesel Service Technology Green Building N.E. of PHS-E 3100 Ivy Tech Drive, Valparaiso 46383 • Early Childhood Education South Haven Elem. Library Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. • Industrial Mechanics 1 PHS-East Door C, Rm. 110 • Welding Technology Main Entrance • Work Study PHS-East Door C, Rm. 306 don roBerts Beauty sChool (no evening visit for Work Study) Open houses at PCCTC, 1005 N. Franklin St., Valpo 46383 Jan. 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. only ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. hoBart hiGh sChool • Cosmetology At Don Roberts, 1354 W. Lincolnway, Valparaiso 46385 2211 East 10th St., Hobart 46342 Feb. 25, 1:30 p.m. (all candidates should attend) Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. • Cisco Networking Fundamentals Front Entrance selF sChool • Early Childhood Education Front Entrance • Emergency Medical Services Front Entrance 750 Ransom Road, Valparaiso 46385 • Fundamentals of Sports Medicine Front Entrance Jan. 24, 8-9 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. ∙ Feb. 7, 8-9 a.m. • Strategic Marketing Field Experience Front Entrance • Early Childhood Education Rm F1

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Date of Open House Location of Open House Time of Open House Jan. 24 Feb. 7 Career & teChniCal proGrams S

2017 Open House Schedule ...... 2

S Path To Success ...... 3 Dual College Credit Classes ...... 4 Auto Services Technology ...... 5 E Cisco Networking Fundamentals ...... 5 Computer Aided Design and Animation ...... 5 C Computer Tech Support ...... 6 Construction Trades ...... 6

C Cosmetology ...... 6 Culinary Arts ...... 7 Dental Careers ...... 7 U Diesel Service Technology ...... 7 Early Childhood Education ...... 8 S Electronics and Computer Technology ...... 8

Emergency Medical Services ...... 8 Entrepreneurship/Sports & Entertainment Marketing ...... 9

O Graphic Imaging Technology ...... 9

Health Science Education I w/Anatomy Physiology ( PCCTE & Portage) ...... 9

T Health Science Education II ...... 10 Horticultural Science ...... 10

Industrial Mechanics ...... 10 Law Enforcement Careers Academy ...... 11

H Precision Machining ...... 11 School-to-Work ...... 12

T Sports Medicine, Fundamentals of ...... 11 Video Production and Media Studies ...... 12 Welding Technology ...... 13 A Frequently Asked Questions ...... 14 Program Locations ...... 15 P Career & technical education is a Great Path To Success reaChinG your Goals depends on the ChoiCes you make .

Dual college credits are presently POSSIBLE in these classes:

Auto Technology , Career Center, Portage Entrepreneurship/Sports & CAD 1&2 , Career Center Entertainment Marketing , Career Center Construction 1&2 , Career Center Health Science Education I Construction 1&2 , Chesterton, Portage w/Anatomy , Portage, Career Center Criminal Investigations , Wheeler Health Science Education II , Career Center Criminal Justice , Wheeler Horticultural Science , Morgan Dental Careers , Portage Precision Machining , Career Center Early Childhood Education 1&2 , Strategic Marketing , Career Center, Hobart Hobart, SELF, & South Haven Video Production 1&2 , Career Center Electronics , Career Center Welding 1&2 , Ivy Tech Emergency Medical Services , Hobart

Some dual credits require certain scores on placement assessments. There may be additional dual credits in the future.

Increase Your Skills and Earn College Credits while still in High School Cisco Networking Computer Aided Design Auto Technology Fundamentals & Animation (CAD)

The Cisco Networking Academy is an “applications” based class that covers many types of practical networks you may encounter, from simple home or small office networks to more complex enterprise models. You will learn the technical skills and soft skills needed to succeed in entry- level networking professions such as a network installer, help desk technician, pre- sales support technician, or network technician. CCNA Routing & Switching also If you enjoy having a talent that few people provides an introduction to advanced If you’re interested in Architecture, have and want to know how cars and light technologies such as voice, video, wireless, Mechanical Design or Animation, then this duty trucks work, then sign up for this and security. 1 or 2 year program will help prepare you hands-on program. This program will give for a future career. Whether your interest is you the opportunity to work on vehicles and Educational Opportunities designing a concept car, creating a video give you a basic understanding of the new • Purdue University game, or constructing a dream home, CAD technologies and principles necessary to • DeVry University designers are needed. Students will make perform repairs on your own vehicle or to • Ivy Tech Community College detailed drawings, part models and prepare for a career in the auto industry. • Vincennes University animations to show exact dimensions and Area businesses are eager to hire bright • Moraine Valley Community College specifications of a project. While using state young people for employment and for of the art software and even 3-D printers for apprenticeship programs. Many students Career Opportunities these designs, students will earn college have won scholarships for higher education • Electronic Salesperson credit. Whether your desire is to work as a result of participating in this program. • Lan/Wan Technician immediately after high school, or work You should have strong communication • Network Control Technician while you’re in college, this program will and computer skills and be task oriented to • Network Support Specialist help you accomplish this goal. be successful in this program. • Cisco Certified Networking Associate Multiple dual college credits are available • Computer Engineer Educational Opportunities through Ivy Tech. • Electronics & Electrical Engineer • Purdue • Ivy Tech Community College Educational Opportunities Wages • Ball State University • Specialized Factory Training Courses H.S. and Career & Technical Education • State University • University of Northwestern Ohio Graduate: $7.25-$13.50/hr. • Indiana Institute of Technology • Vincennes University Additional Technical Training: • Vincennes University • ASE/NATEF Curriculum $12.50-$25.00/hr. • Ivy Tech Community College Career Opportunities • IDEM Emissions Training • Architect • Universal Technical Institute • Landscape Architect • Lincoln Tech • Interior Designer • Baker College • Mechanical Drafter/Designer/Engineer • 3D Animator Career Opportunities • Video Game Designer • Auto Service Technician • And Many More... • Parts Counter Man • Alternative Fuel Technician Wages • Auto Shop Owner H.S. and Career & Technical Education • Automotive Engineer Graduate: $8.00-$18.00/hr. • And Many More... Additional Technical Training: $13.00-$25.00/hr. Wages H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $9.00-$12.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: $16.00-$48.00/hr.

Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8

5 Computer Tech Support Construction Trades Cosmetology

Do you like to work with your hands? Do you like to work outdoors? Would you like to join a construction crew with your classmates and actually build a house or commercial structure? Then sign up for this program!! You will be given the opportunity to prepare for employment and learn the attitudes and behavior necessary to get a job in this field. If you’re interested in gaining pre- apprenticeship training in carpentry, electrical, heating, air conditioning, painting, drywalling, plumbing, and masonry trades, sign up today. Due to 21st Century advertising trends, Want to be that go-to person who helps a Educational Opportunities fashionable looks for both men and women coworker or client figure out why his or her • Purdue University will remain of great importance. Although computer is acting up? As a Computer • Vincennes University styles will change, a cosmetologist’s task will Tech Support student, you will learn to • Ivy Tech Community College remain the same...to help people look diagnose and repair computer problems. • Ball State University attractive. As a service professional, you will You will focus on maintenance and security • Indiana State University be shampooing, cutting, styling, straightening, issues. You will install operating systems • Apprenticeships w/ Trade Unions perming, and coloring hair; giving manicures; and software. You will help to restore data. providing scalp and facial treatments; and The field of technology is hot. According to Career Opportunities furnishing makeup analysis. At the end of CompTIA, there are almost 1 million open • Carpenter this program, you will be eligible to take the IT positions in the U.S. Despite their • Masonry Worker Indiana State Beauty Board Examination. differences on the surface, virtually every • Electrician Don Roberts Beauty School requires students industry today depends on IT. From small, • Plumber to pass End-of-Course Assessments or to family-run businesses to big corporations, • Sheet Metal Worker achieve a GED before any student will be there are IT careers for students in almost • Painter recommended for the Indiana Cosmetology every organization around the globe. • General or Sub-Contractor license examination. You must begin this This program is offered in two locations. • Construction Estimator program in July after completing your has a small • Insulator sophomore year and you must be able to program for its own students. Valparaiso • And Many More... attend the entire months of July and August High School has morning and afternoon without interruptions. July and August will be classes for students from all participating Wages considered a probationary period for students entering this program. high schools in the district. H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $8.00-$21.00/hr. Career Opportunities Educational Opportunities Additional Technical Training: • Calumet College of St. Joseph $16.00-$35.00/hr. • Hair Stylist • Indiana State University • Make-Up Artist • Ivy Tech Community College • Beauty School Instructor • Purdue University • Manufacturer Representative • Indiana State University • Nail Technician • Salon Owner Career Opportunities Indiana Wages • Computer/Helpdesk Technician • Small Business Owner The average income for a salon • Database Administrator professional according to the U.S. Dept. • Web Developer of Labor is up to $41,420. • Computer Systems Analyst Employment Outlook Wages According to the Dept. of Labor Statistics, H.S. and Career & Technical Education the need for hairstylists and cosmetologists Graduate: $7.25-$12 hr. will increase by 20% by 2018. The Additional Technical Training: demand for new employees in the beauty $10.50-$50.00 hr. industry is believed to be a result of a greater demand for services.

Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 8

6 Culinary Arts Dental Careers Diesel Technology

You’ll have a lot to smile about when you begin a dental internship as a high school student and earn high school credit at the same time. You’ll have the opportunity to work side by side with a dentist or in a dental laboratory and learn many skills that will give you a head start to a successful career. If you are interested in learning more about dentistry, oral anatomy, x-rays, dental instruments, and lab procedures, then sign up today for this program. A dual credit is now available.

Are you interested in a career in the food Educational Opportunities service and hospitality industry? You could • Indiana University Northwest be one of the 1.5 million people expected to • Indiana University South Bend be hired in the next 10 years. Taking this • Indiana University Purdue University course could lead to certification and a Indianapolis $5,000 scholarship. This two-year program • Indiana University Purdue University offers you the opportunity to gain knowledge Fort Wayne and skills through classroom experiences. • University of Southern Indiana Diesel technology has changed a lot in Emphasis is placed on developing workplace • Vincennes University recent years. Diesel technicians today readiness skills in food preparation, safety • Ivy Tech Community College need formal training in the latest and sanitation, management, financial diagnostic equipment and must possess planning of food costs, teamwork, creativity, Career Opportunities good reading and math skills in order to communication, responsibility, and self- follow detailed service manuals and work • Dental Assistant confidence. Classroom experiences are with computer based software. Skilled • Dental Hygienist expected to include food preparation, diesel technicians are in demand today. • Product Representative demonstrations, guest speakers, videos, So, if you are interested in working on • Dentist projects, textbook reading, study guides, diesel fueled trucks and large heavy • Dental Technician tests, and field experiences. The program is equipment, then sign up for this program • And Many More... also valuable for one year of participation. today. This program is ASE/NATEF certified. Educational Opportunities Wages • Ivy Tech Community College H.S. and Career & Technical Education Educational Opportunities Graduate: $10.00-$15.00/hr. • Purdue University • Vincennes University Postsecondary Education: • Vincennes University • Ivy Tech Community College $15.00-$100.00/hr. • Johnson & Wales University • Lincoln Tech • Culinary Institute of America • University of Northwestern Ohio • Kendall College • Specialized Factory Training Courses • Baker College • Universal Technical Institute

Career Opportunities Career Opportunities • Caterer • Diesel Technician • Pastry Chef • Hydraulic Repair Technician • Executive Chef • Aircraft Mechanic • Cook • Enter an Apprenticeship • Restaurant Manager • And Many More... • Hospitality Management in hotels/ Cruise Industry Wages • And Many More... H.S. and Career & Technical Education Wages Graduate: $8.00-$22.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: H.S. and Career & Technical Education $22.00 - $27.00/hr. Graduate: $7.25-$12.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: $25.00-$50.00/hr.

Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8

7 Early Childhood Electronics and Emergency Education Computer Technology Medical Services

Your future is bright if you wish to enter this field as a career. Employment opportunities are expected to increase faster than the average rate for all occupations due to an increased demand for computers, communications equipment, military and consumer electronics. If you choose this "hands-on" program, you’ll have the opportunity to work on amplifiers, computers, fiber optics, robotics, home and car audio, Sign up for Emergency Medical Services if you If you are considering a career in education, this security alarm systems and much more. are interested in learning about fast-paced program is an excellent place to start. You will emergency rescue career opportunities such as fire experience direct interaction with children and be Educational Opportunities fighting and emergency medical services. You supervised under a licensed teacher. You will will learn how to take care of critically ill and learn teaching techniques by preparing and • Purdue injured patients through lecture, lab, and clinical supervising planned activities that will enhance • Ivy Tech Community College experiences, and develop strong communication young children’s physical, emotional, social and • Indiana State University and leadership skills that will last a lifetime. This intellectual development. • University of Southern Indiana challenging course is taught in a relaxed college This program is offered in three different • Vincennes University atmosphere and requires extensive hands-on locations. SELF School offers experiences with • Lincoln Tech training. Topics will include fire department operations, arson investigation, vehicle extrication, pre-school students or students with disabilities. • Cooperative Educational Program injury prevention and rescue. You should possess South Haven Elementary offers experiences in an with U.S. Steel and Arcelor Mittal personal characteristics such as honesty, good elementary school and at their nearby Head Start Career Opportunities judgment, respect for human dignity and a strong preschool/day care program. At Hobart High sense of ethics. School, experiences will be available in their • Electronics Equipment Repairer Seniors who obtain their EMT certification from state of the art pre-kindergarten class. • Computer Technician the program can transition into a paramedic By enrolling in the program for two years, you • Small Business Owner program after graduation and pursue an may earn the required clock hours needed to • Office Equipment Technician Associate’s Degree from Ivy Tech in Paramedic qualify for the National Child Development • Automotive Sound Installer Science. After completing the Paramedic Science Associate (CDA) credential. You will earn dual • Industrial Maintenance Technician degree, a bridge program is an option for students credit with local colleges upon completion of • Communication Equipment Mechanic who want to pursue a nursing degree at Ivy Tech. each year. If you really like working with • And Many More... You should be 17 by May 15 of the year children, check into this program today! you take EMS. You will need a state issued Wages ID. Educational Opportunities H.S. and Career & Technical Education Educational Opportunities • Purdue University Northwest Graduate: $10.00 -$20.00/hr . • Indiana University Additional Technical Training: • Ivy Tech Community College • Ball State University $15.00-$50.00/hr. • Purdue University • Indiana University • Calumet College • Vincennes University Career Opportunities • Indiana State University • Ivy Tech Community College • EMT with Ambulance Service • Dispatcher for Emergency Services • Firefighter Career Opportunities • Paramedic • Pre-school Teacher • Flight Medic • Nanny • Fire Investigator • Elementary Teacher • Fire Inspector • Social Worker • Hospital Emergency Room Technician • Child Care Center Director • Emergency Manager • Wildland Firefighter • And Many More... Wages Wages H.S. and Career & Technical Education H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $9.98-$12.75/hr. Graduate: $7.25-$8.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: Additional Technical Training: $17.50-$30.00/hr. $10.00-$21.00/hr.

Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8

8 Entrepreneurship/Sports & Graphic Imaging Health Science Education I Entertainment Marketing Technology with Medical Terminology/Anatomy- Physiology

In years to come, opportunities for a career in this field will be great due to the advancement of technologies and anticipated growth in advertising, public relations, and print communications. You’ll be able to see your name in print by signing up for this program. Learn how the industry functions and follow an idea through the creative stages, layout, and production by using the offset printing process. If you sign up for College dual credit during high school. Hands-on this program, you will be prepared for an experiences in health care fields. If you are a team player and don’t want to entry-level position in the graphic These are two attributes of this class, which be a spectator in life, participate in your communications industry. can then lead to Health Science Education II, business career now. You will learn how to Fundamentals of Sports Medicine, Emergency develop sporting event promotions like the Educational Opportunities Medical Services or Dental Careers. professionals do, open and operate a local • Ball State University This class will cover medical terminology business and earn credits in three different • Central Michigan University while studying the normal structure and function courses. You earn economics credit, • Eastern Illinois University of the human body. Each semester you will earn entrepreneurship credit, sports and • Ferris State University two elective credits plus one credit in entertainment marketing credit as well as • Illinois State University anatomy/physiology—which counts toward any up to six college credits . So if you are a • Indiana State University diploma as a science. You will earn up to six "people person", experience the excitement • Ivy Tech Community College dual college credits from Ivy Tech. You will do of owning, operating, and managing your • Murray State University job shadowing and dissection labs. You will own business while still in high school! • Purdue University become a member of HOSA and exit the • Western Michigan University program with a workplace ready digital Educational Opportunities portfolio. • Ball State University Career Opportunities • Small Business Development • Management Locations: PCCTC and Center Portage • Graphic Designer • Calumet College • Screen Printer Educational Opportunities • Indiana State University • Image Assembler • Indiana State University • Indiana University • Desktop Computer Operator • Indiana University Northwest • Ivy Tech Community College • Offset Press Operator • IUPUI • Purdue • Large Format Printer/Operator • Ivy Tech Community College • Bindery/Finishing Operations • Purdue University Northwest Career Opportunities • And Many More... • Valparaiso University • Vincennes University • Salesperson Wages • Cashier Career Opportunities • Accountant H.S. and Career & Technical Education • Registered Nurse • Small Business Owner Graduate: $8.50-$11.50/hr. • Home Health Aide/ Certified Nurse • And Many More... Additional Technical Training: Assistant $11.50-$30.00/hr. • Phlebotomist Wages • Dental Assistant/Hygienist H.S. and Career & Technical Education Physician Graduate: $7.25-$12.00/hr. • Emergency Medical Tech Additional Technical Training: • Veterinary Tech $10.50-$50.00/hr. Wages H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $7.50-$15.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: $10.50-$32.50/hr.

Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8

9 Health Science Education II Horticultural Science Industrial Mechanics

If you like working with plants and designing landscapes, then this is the career and technical program for you. An onsite greenhouse will give you hands on experience in the areas of plant production, installation, marketing, and management of landscape plants and products. You will also learn how to use Pro Landscape, the Sign up for Industrial Mechanics if you are latest CAD software program to create interested in a welding or manufacturing landscape designs. You will enjoy career. First-year students will first learn extended field trips several times a month to printing reading, turning, milling, and If you're looking for the opportunity to explore all career areas and apply newly grinding. They will then focus on basic succeed and have dreams of helping others, learned skills in landscape design and plant welding processes, which include then focus on this career. Growth patterns science. Students can receive Core 40 and oxyacetylene, stick welding, wire welding, for employment in this field are projected to Academic Honors Diploma Science credit and TIG welding, plus operation of plasma increase in demand. This program will equip for plant science in this program. Students arc machines. The industrial mechanic is the you with a working knowledge of different enrolled in this course are also eligible for key problem solver in the workplace. occupations within the medical field. You'll dual credit through Ivy Tech. Industrial mechanics install machinery, use learn the skills and procedures necessary to precision measuring devices, and operate function in such health agencies as hospitals, Educational Opportunities complex tools in a variety of manufacturing environments. Students can earn up to 12 nursing homes, or doctors’ offices. You can • Purdue University credits in Industrial Technology at Ivy Tech. also use this education as a stepping stone to • Vincennes University Furthermore, students can earn up to 4 NIMS • Ivy Tech Community College pursue further education in the medical field. (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) • Ball State University And, if you qualify, you’ll even receive a certifications if they pass hands-on and State Nurse Aide Certificate and/or dual • Indiana State University written exams. Second- year students will college credits. • Joliet Junior College cover the basic competencies necessary to become employed in industry. Competencies Educational Opportunities Career Opportunities include hydraulics, pneumatics, burning, print • Vincennes University • Landscape Architect reading, power transmission, lubrication, • Saint Francis College • Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator pumps, piping, rigging, shop equipment, and • IUPUI • Irrigation Installer mechanical maintenance. The first semester • Marian College • Greenhouse Attendant will consist of classroom and lab instruction • Ivy Tech Community College • Nursery Attendant at Portage High in the defined competencies. • University of Southern Indiana • Garden Center Sales Person The second year includes an internship (for • Indiana State University approved students) in an area manufacturing • Indiana Wesleyan University Wages facility. Sign up for this class because it will • Purdue Northwest give you a “jumpstart” in your welding or H.S. and Career & Technical Education manufacturing career. • Indiana University Northwest Graduate: $7.25-$10.50/hr. • Valparaiso University Additional Technical Training: Educational Opportunities • Lincoln Tech (Melrose Park) $10.50-$19.50/hr. • Baker College • Indiana University Career Opportunities • Ball State University • Purdue University • Certified Nursing Assistant • Cooperative Educational Program with • Licensed Practical Nurse are manufacturers and apprenticeships • Registered Nurse • Emergency Medical Technician Career Opportunities • X-Ray Technician • Millwright • And Many More... • Ironworker • Heavy Equipment Repair & Maintenance Wages • Engineering Technician H.S. and Career & Technical Education • Industrial Machinery Mechanics Graduate: $7.50-$15.00/hr. • And Many More... Additional Technical Training: $10.50-$32.50/hr. Wages H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $11.50-$12.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: $17.00-$35.00/hr.

Grade: 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8

10 Law Enforcement Sports Medicine Careers Academy Precision Machining Fundamentals of

If you have an interest in a manufacturing career, you should check out the Precision Machining Technology class. You will learn basic machining techniques, CNC machining, computer aided machining (CAM), quality control processes, and basic mechanics. At the completion of the program, you will be prepared for a career in machining or a step ahead at any engineering major at college. Local companies are constantly asking us for If you are interested in pursuing a career in law, qualified students from this program to start law enforcement, probation, parole, corrections, working right away. You can earn or a security profession, join the rank and file articulated or dual credit in college by Sign up for Fundamentals of Sports Medicine if of the law enforcement careers academy today. participating in this program. Sign up you’d like a hands-on class that will teach you techniques to help others prevent and treat There are two different classes you can sign up today. for either as a junior or senior. The Criminal sports injuries. You might find yourself going on to be an athletic trainer, physical therapist or Justice System class surveys the legal system Educational Opportunities and the various careers available. You will other health care professional by earning the discuss and be exposed to the process from a • Vincennes University** appropriate college degree(s). Students in the suspect being questioned to the convicted being • Purdue Northwest* class learn about anatomy, first aid, CPR, vital placed in prison. You will discuss and analyze • Ivy Tech signs, and the prevention and treatments of sprains, strains and other ailments. They get an the motivation for committing crime. In the • Purdue Calumet* opportunity to work side-by-side with a Criminal Investigations class, you will study • Indiana University certified athletic trainer and get a chance to evidence collection, interview techniques, and * Participation in an articulation program with 3 credits ** Participation in a dual credit program with 8 credits decide if this is the field for them. The field is proper documentation. You will discuss various expected to grow much faster than average types of offenses and how they are investigated. through at least 2018. Each class invites numerous guest speakers and Career Opportunities takes several field trips. In order to enroll, you • Machinist Educational Opportunities • CNC Programmer should possess personal characteristics such as • Anderson University • Tool & Die Maker honesty, good judgment, integrity and a sense • Ball State University of responsibility. You are eligible to earn six • Mechanical Engineer •Franklin College college credits for the successful completion of • Machine Tool Cutter • Indiana State University each class. • And Many More... • Indiana University •Manchester College Educational Opportunities Wages • Purdue University • Vincennes University H.S. and Career & Technical Education • Ball State University Graduate: $8.00-$20.00/hr. Career Opportunities • Indiana State Police Academy Additional Technical Training: • Athletic Trainer • Valparaiso University $13.00-$30.00/hr. • Occupational Therapist • Indiana University Northwest • Physical Therapist • Ivy Tech Community College Wages Career Opportunities H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $7.50-$10/hr. • Police Officer • Detective Additional Technical Training: • Special Agent • Probation Officer $10.50-$50.00/hr • Corrections Officer • Parole Officer • Private Detective • Lawyer • Security Consultant • Paralegal • Public Defender • Legal Secretary

Wages H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $7.50-$18.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: $18.00-$30.00/hr.

Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8 Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8

11 Video Production and School-To-Work Media Studies

Strategic Marketing Field Experience Hobart High School Grade 12; Cr.8 Strategic Marketing Internship Porter County Career Technical Center Grade 12; Cr.6-9 (6-9 dual college credits) Do you want to know how to produce a TV Work Study show, be a news reporter, or shoot and edit your own films? Would you like to be on the cutting Portage High School edge in the communications field? If these are Grade 12; Cr.6 career paths that are appealing to you, then Chesterton High School consider signing up for this program. Video Grade 12; Cr.8 Production and Media Studies will provide instruction in various communication, media, production, and technical functions and tasks If you would like to get a paycheck and earn high performed by employees, including school credits at the same time, then consider enrolling in management personnel, in broadcasting and one of the classes above. Expect to earn cash and credits communications occupations. Emphasis will be throughout the year and get your foot in the door toward placed on career opportunities, production, building a successful career. Most of the work stations are programming, announcing, equipment not typical "youth jobs" with limited skill requirements, operation, news and sportscasting, broadcasting regulations and laws, technical, oral/written and most have opportunity for advancement. As a school- communication, and listening skills. Video to-work student, you will be attending your home school Production and Media Studies students will part of the day and working a minimum of fifteen hours learn the five components of television: camera per week. operations, audio, lighting, writing, and editing. If you are interested in the marketing field, then sign up for either the Marketing Internship or Students will have the opportunity to learn Marketing Education Field Experience class. You will earn six college credits for successfully editing, directing, producing, camera operation, completing the marketing internship program. If you don’t have a specific career selection yet, Work audio, and lighting. You will train on Study programs offer you the opportunity to do some career exploration. Sign up for one of these year professional equipment, creating a variety of long school-to-work options and begin your business and industry networking opportunities while still video projects, including music videos, in high school. commercials, and short films. Students should have a strong interest in fine arts, speech, Educational Opportunities production, journalism, and electronics. • Ball State University • Indiana State University • Calumet College • Ivy Tech Community College Educational Opportunities • Indiana University • Purdue University • Ball State University • Indiana University •Ivy Tech Community College Career Opportunities • Vincennes University • Retail Salesperson • Bank Teller Career Opportunities • Travel Agent • Editor • Pre-School Teacher • Production Assistant • Customer Service • News Anchor • Administrative Assistant • Director • Animal Care • Producer • Maintenance • Writer • Dietary Aide • Photographer • Sportscaster Wages Wages H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: H.S. and Vocational Education $7.25-$12.00/hr. Graduate: $7.50-$10.00/hr. Additional Technical Training: Additional Technical Training: $10.00-$31.50/hr. $10.00-$30.00/hr.

Grade: 11, 12; Cr. 6-8

12 Welding Technology Career-Oriented

A trained welder has many opportunities Former students, such as Jessica in Northwest Indiana for a rewarding career in industry, construction, small job Clark, a 2015 VHS graduate, are shops, or self-employment. You’ll learn frequent visitors to see their CTE how to join metal parts by using a heating teachers. Jessica, with Director Jon process during the course of this program. Groth, studied Emergency Medical The experienced welder makes excellent Services and Health Science wages, but must be willing to work under conditions that often require strenuous Education II. She earned 13 dual physical activity. Just remember, at the credits on the path to a career in completion of this program, you’ll be health care. ready for employment.

Educational Opportunities • Vincennes University • Ivy Tech Community College • Apprentice Schools • Ball State University Career Opportunities Questions • Certified Welder Notes • Job Shop Welder • Steelworker • Apprenticeships • And Many More...

Wages H.S. and Career & Technical Education Graduate: $7.25-$12.50/hr. Additional Technical Training: $10.00-$25.50/hr.

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13 Frequently asked questions

Q: How can I earn a Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma? (47 credits)

FOR CLASS OF 2016 AND BEYOND A: • Com plete all requirements for Core 40. • Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following: 1. Pathway designated industry-based certification or credential, or 2. Pathway dual credits from the lists of priority courses resulting in 6 transcripted college credits • Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma. • Have a grade point average of a “B” or better. • Complete one of the following, A. Any one of the options (A - F) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors B. Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information – Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5. C. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90, Math 75. D. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66, Writing 70, Reading 80.

Note: CTE dual credits also help with Academic Honors Diploma. Six dual college credits can qualify for BOTH diplomas.

Q: Can I earn college credit by attending career and technical education programs? A: Almost all Porter County Career and Technical classes have dual credit opportunities. Many of our students leave high school with transcripted credits from Indiana University Northwest, Ivy Tech Community College and/or Vincennes University. These credits could help a student earn the Indiana Technical Honors and/or Academic Honors Diploma. We also have relationships with numerous proprietary, trade, or professional schools.

Q: Can career and technical education courses help prepare me for industry certification examinations? A: Career and technical education curriculum is developed based upon state, national, and business and industry certification standards. Programs provide students the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills in preparation for industry certification standards such as: American Society of Welders, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA), Electronics Technicians Association, International Certification, Indiana Cosmetology License, Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA), Child Development Associate credential (CDA), and the Indiana Nursery and Landscape Association Certification.

Q: Is transportation provided to all career and technical programs? A: Most schools provide school bus transportation to the Porter County Career and Technical Center. However, other programs may require the student to provide personal transportation to and from his/her home school. Students involved in a work study program will be required to provide transportation because of the training station (job) component during or after school hours. The best way to find out if transportation is provided is to ask your guidance counselor.

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Auto Services Technology ...... Career Center Valparaiso ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Computer Aided Design and Animation ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Construction Trades ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Electronics and Computer Technology ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Entrepreneurship/Sports & Entertainment Marketing ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Health Science Education I w/Anatomy ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Health Science Education II ...... 12 . . . .6-8 Precision Machining ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 School-To-Work Program Strategic Marketing Internship ...... 12 . . . .6-8 Video Production and Media Studies ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 portaGe proGrams

Auto Services Technology ...... Willowcreek Middle School ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Construction Trades ...... Willowcreek Middle School ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Dental Careers ...... Portage High School ...... 12 . . . .6-8 Diesel Service Technology ...... Portage High School ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Early Childhood Education ...... South Haven Elementary School ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Health Science Education I w/Anatomy ...... Portage High School ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Graphic Imaging Technology ...... Portage High School, West ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Industrial Mechanics ...... Portage High School ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 School-To-Work Programs Work Study ...... Portage High School ...... 12 . . . . 6 satellite proGrams

Boone Grove High School • Culinary Arts ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 Chesterton High School • Computer Tech Support ...... 11,12 . . . . 8 • Construction Trades ...... 11,12 . . . .6-8 • Work Study ...... 12 . . . . 8 Don Roberts Beauty School – Cosmetology ...... 11,12 . . . . 8 Hobart High School • Cisco Networking Fundamentals ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 • Early Childhood Education ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 • Emergency Medical Services ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 • Sports Medicine, Fundamentals of ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 • Strategic Marketing Field Experience ...... 12 . . . . 6 Ivy Tech Community College – Welding Technology ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 Morgan Township H.S. – Horticultural Science ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 SELF School – Early Childhood Education ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 Valparaiso High Schoo l – Computer Tech Support ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8 Wheeler High School – Law Enforcement Careers Academy ...... 11, 12 . . . .6-8

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PORTER COUNTY CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION 1005 NORTH FRANKLIN STREET, VALPARAISO, INDIANA 46383 www.pccte.org

This document was printed and disseminated 100% funded from the federal Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Basic Secondary Area Vocational District Grant, project number 09-4700-6455.

Porter County Career and Technical Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or individuals with disabilities, including limited English proficiency.