2020-2021 Career & Technical Education Program & Course Catalog
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 1 Public Non-Discrimination Notice: Clinton-Essex-Warren-Washington BOCES a/k/a/ Champlain Valley Educational Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or any other legally protected status in its programs, activities, employment and admissions; and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding this nondiscrimination policy may be directed to:
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CV-TEC Division Overview...... 4 Career & Technical Education...... 6 CV-TEC PLATTSBURGH MAIN CAMPUS What You Need to Know About CV-TEC CTE Programs..... 7 1585 Military Turnpike Student Activities...... 9 P.O. Box 455 Articulation Agreements and Licensure Opportunities. 10 Plattsburgh, NY 12901 (518) 561-0100 CV-TEC Programs Allied Health...... 12 Animal Science: Large Animal Production...... 14 Animal Science: Veterinary Assistant...... 16 Automotive Collision Repair...... 18 Automotive Technology (Plattsburgh & Mineville)...... 20 Business & Health Management...... 22 Construction Trades (Mineville)...... 24 Construction Trades (Plattsburgh)...... 26
CV-TEC PLATTSBURGH SATELLITE CAMPUS Cosmetology (Plattsburgh & Mineville)...... 28 518 Rugar Street Culinary Arts Management...... 30 Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Digital Art & Design...... 32 (518) 561-0100 Early Childhood Education...... 34 Electrical Design, Installation & Alternative Energy...... 36 Environmental Conservation & Forestry...... 38 Graphic Design & Communications ...... 40 Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanics Technology...... 42 Marine Technology...... 44 Natural Resources Management (Mineville)...... 46 New Visions: Applied Engineering...... 48 New Visions: Medical Careers...... 50 CV-TEC MINEVILLE CAMPUS Plank Road PowerSport Technology...... 52 P.O. Box B Pre-CTE Automotive Services...... 54 Mineville, NY 12956 Pre-CTE Food Services...... 56 (518) 942-6691 Security & Law Enforcement (Plattsburgh)...... 58 Security & Law Enforcement (Mineville)...... 60 Welding...... 62 Student Services Department...... 64 Adult & Continuing Education ...... 68 Commercial Driving (CDL-A)...... 70 Nurse Assisting (CNA)...... 72 Practical Nursing (LPN)...... 74 EKG...... 76 CV-TEC OneWorkSource 194 US Oval Phlebotomy...... 78 Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Women in Manufacturing...... 80 (518) 561-0430 x3088 Directory...... 82 1-866-WorkSource
WELCOME TO CV-TEC As the Director of Career & Technical “to prepare students for success in Education, I am proud to welcome careers and life-long learning including you to CV-TEC. The CV-TEC Division post-secondary education.” of Champlain Valley Educational Services offers a wide range of Team CV-TEC is dedicated to our Career & Technical Education mission and committed to continuing (CTE) Programming, Adult Literacy and intensifying the long standing Programming, and Continuing tradition of excellence at CV-TEC. With Education Programming for our school our mission in mind, each student’s districts and community members of individual needs is what will drive and Clinton and Essex Counties. direct our educational programming Mrs. Michele M. Friedman and fuel our desire to continually Director of Career & Technical Education CV-TEC has a rich history in the improve our efforts to serve our CV-TEC Division of Champlain North Country and we are proud and students, component districts, Valley Educational Services committed to continuing the tradition business & industry partners and our of excellence on all of our CV-TEC surrounding community. campuses and locations. I would like to personally extend an Team CV-TEC is dedicated to a invitation to meet with you in person, collaborative approach for excellence arrange for you to tour our facilities, in Career & Technical Education. It is and to discuss the opportunities the CVES mission that “CVES empowers available to our community here at students, schools and communities CV-TEC. by providing exemplary education, training, support and shared services,” and the mission of the CV-TEC Division
Mr. Adam Facteau Mr. James McCartney III Dr. Grace Stay Ms. Cathy Snow Principal Principal Principal Supervisor CV-TEC Plattsburgh CV-TEC Plattsburgh CV-TEC Mineville Campus CV-TEC OneWorkSource Main Campus Satellite Campus
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CV-TEC DIVISION OVERVIEW CV-TEC, the Career and Technical Education Endorsement Seal on their High School Regents (CTE) Division of CVES, is the primary provider Diploma after passing a rigorous national or state of Career and Technical Education and Adult industry assessment. Literacy programs and services for secondary and postsecondary (adult) students in Clinton & Essex In addition, the CV-TEC Division offers Counties. The CV-TEC Division offers programs and comprehensive programming for Adult & Continuing services on four campuses: the Plattsburgh Main Education and specialized Business & Industry Campus and the Plattsburgh Satellite Campus are Training. Online High School courses are also both located in Clinton County and the Mineville available for interested students. Campus located in Essex County all provide CTE Programming for secondary and postsecondary students; the OneWorkSource Campus location in Plattsburgh provides Literacy, High School Equivalency (HSE) and Job Skills Training (JST) programs for adult students. All CV-TEC CTE two-year programs are approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as CTE Approved Programs of Study. Core academic instruction is an integral part of all of the CTE Programs of Study as well as 21st Century & Work Readiness Skills development. Students successfully completing their program will earn high school credit toward graduation requirements, advanced college credit, industry certifications/credentials/ licenses, participate in work-based learning activities (including paid and unpaid work experiences) and are eligible for the NYSED Advanced Regents Designation: Career and Technical Education (CTE)
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 5 CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) All CV-TEC CTE Programs provide hands-on, real-world training in nearly thirty career fields. CTE combines core academic content with technical skills development to prepare students for the world of work, post-secondary education, or both!
All CTE Programs of Study Include:
NYS Advanced Regents Designation/CTE Endorsement
Students who successfully complete and pass the designated Technical Assessment and all New York State Education Department (NYSED) graduation requirements including completion of the two-year NYSED Approved CTE Program of Study may earn an Advanced Regents Designation/CTE Endorsement on their high school diploma.
College Articulation/Dual Credit All CTE Programs have the opportunity for students to earn college credit while still in high school and/or earn college credit at a partner postsecondary institution after high school graduation.
Core Academic Courses While learning at CV-TEC, core academic content is integrated within each program. Students can earn high school credit to satisfy NYSED graduation requirements.
Work-Based Learning Students have the opportunity to participate in activities that connect classroom learning with real-world industry requirements. CV-TEC has over 250 business & industry partners providing state-of-the-art experiences for our students.
Industry Certification/Credentials & Licensure Our programs prepare students to satisfy requirements and to earn local, state, and national certification/credentials/licenses in their training field.
National Work Readiness Credential (NWRC)/21st Century Learning (NYS CDOS Credential)
All students have the opportunity to earn a nationally recognized workplace readiness credential while completing their training. Students who successfully complete the assessment (and/or minimum work based learning hours) will also earn the NYS CDOS (Career Development & Occupational Skills) Credential.
6 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CV-TEC CTE PROGRAMS
When can I start taking a CTE Program at CV-TEC? Most students are scheduled for a CV-TEC CTE Program when they are in the 11th grade. Your home district school counselor can review the different options with you. Additional questions can be answered by calling the CV-TEC Student Services office at (518) 561-0100 ext 240.
Would I come to CV-TEC every day? How will I get there? Classes are offered every day in two sessions. Your home district is responsible for providing transportation to and from the CV-TEC campus location. • AM Session 8:30 a.m. - 11:25 a.m. • PM Session 12:00 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
Can I choose whether I take an AM or PM program?
That depends on your home district’s scheduling needs and program availability. The session you attend is a decision you make with your home district school counselor.
Can I get work experience in my chosen field while attending CV-TEC?
Yes, every CV-TEC CTE Program consists of both technical theory and hands-on experiential components to prepare students for their chosen field. Off-campus work is also available during the two-year program. The Work Based Learning Coordinator will assist in placing students with business mentors in both paid and/or unpaid work experiences. During their senior year, these students may report directly to their work sites up to three days per week where they are evaluated by their business mentors.
Are all CV-TEC CTE Programs two-year programs?
No, our CV-TEC New Visions: Medical Careers and New Visions: Applied Engineering Programs are one-year, competitive application programs for high school seniors only. Students must apply for entry into the New Visions Program during their junior year. We also offer Pre-CTE Programs for students in grades 9 - 12 which provide service-level introductory training for students.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 7 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CV-TEC CTE PROGRAMS
Are CV-TEC CTE Programs credit bearing? Yes, all CV-TEC CTE Programs have been approved by NYSED for up to five high school credits per year towards high school graduation requirements. Successful completion of a CTE program can meet core academic requirements and also fulfill the requirement for one unit of Career and Financial Management.
I want to participate in after-school activities at my home school. Can I still do that? Yes, you can still participate in activities and sports while attending CV-TEC. The session you decide to take is a decision you make with your home district school counselor.
Are there any costs involved in attending CV-TEC? Tuition, text books, and transportation are covered by your home school district. Some programs require the purchase of uniforms, work boots, safety glasses, or personal tools that are paid for by the student. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students to cover the cost of required uniforms, supplies, and tools. Contact your CV-TEC school counselor for specific program information.
Can CV-TEC CTE Programs prepare me for post-secondary education? Yes, CV-TEC students can earn college credits through articulation agreements (page 10) and dual credit options with various colleges. The CV-TEC Student Services Department can provide you with the most current and up-to-date information on articulation agreements.
How do I enroll? Enrollment into a CV-TEC CTE Program is completed at your home school district’s guidance office. Post-secondary student enrollment is completed at the CV-TEC Student Services office at the CV-TEC Plattsburgh Main Campus.
8 STUDENT ACTIVITIES NTHS - National Technical Honor Society The National Technical Honor Society recognizes, honors and encourages CTE students who excel at their career and technical studies and who possess good character and attitude. In order to qualify for a nomination, a student must maintain a minimum of a 90% grade point average or better in their CTE program, a minimum of 93% attendance and must receive a nomination from their CTE Teacher. Students who meet the criteria and successfully complete the nomination and evaluation process are inducted in a formal candlelight ceremony each Spring.
SkillsUSA SkillsUSA is a student leadership organization for students enrolled in any of the CTE Programs. It is a partnership of students, teachers, and business & industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. The national organization promotes leadership, life-long learning, and dignity of work. The local chapter focuses on teamwork and character development through skills competitions and community service. Each Spring, selected students have the opportunity to compete against other New York State CTE students in their technical training area.
North Country Loggers The North Country Loggers Club is designed for students training in the Environmental Conservation and Forestry Program. The North Country Loggers focuses its efforts on community service, industry based competitions and CV- TEC leadership opportunities.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 9 CV-TEC Secondary, Post-Secondary College Agreements and Licensure Opportunities Approved High CV-TEC Career & NYS Licensure or School Integrated Technical Articulated College Agreements Dual Enrollment College Corporate/ National Academic Credit Education (CTE) Agreements Association Certification NYSED Regulations: Program 100.5(6), 100.5(7) (Maximum, 10 Credits)
Clinton Community College, 7 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. CNA, EKG, First Aid/ CPR CTE English; CTE Health; CV-TEC LPN Program, 10 hours North Country Community Certifications; Phlebotomy CTE Mathematics; Allied Health College, 3 cr. Certification Prep; CTE Science; CFM*; NYSED CDOS Credential OSHA-10: Healthcare; NWRC/ 21st Century Skills**
Animal Science: Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. OSHA-10: Agriculture; CTE English; CTE Health; SUNY Canton, 2 cr. SUNY Morrisville, 6 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** CTE Mathematics; Large Animal SUNY Cobleskill, 6 cr. CTE Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential Production SUNY Delhi, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** CTE English; CTE Health; Animal Science: SUNY Canton, 2 cr. CTE Mathematics; SUNY Cobleskill, 6 cr. CTE Science; CFM* Veterinary Assistant NYSED CDOS Credential SUNY Delhi, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. ASE Certification Preparation; CTE English; CTE Automotive Lincoln Technical Institute Auto Lift Institute Certification; Mathematics; Collision SUNY Canton, 5 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** CTE Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential Repair UTI, Proficiency Credit or $1000 tuition Wyotech, Scholarship Available Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. ASE Certification Preparation; NYS CTE English; CTE Lincoln Technical Institute North Country Community Inspection Licensure; Mathematics; SUNY Canton, 3 cr. College, 3 cr. Auto Lift Institute Certification; CTE Science; CFM* Automotive NYSED CDOS Credential SUNY Delhi, 7-12 cr. OSHA-10: General Industry; Technology University of N.W. Ohio, 6 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certification; UTI, Proficiency Credit or $1000 tuition NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** Wyotech, Scholarship Available Clinton Community College, 22 cr. Clinton Community College, 22 cr. First Aid/CPR, AED Certifications; CTE English; CTE Business & Health North Country Community College, 3 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** Mathematics; CFM* Management NYSED CDOS Credential
Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. OSHA-10: Construction; CTE English; CTE Construction Trades SUNY Delhi, 6 cr. North Country Community First Aid/ CPR Certification; Mathematics; CTE College, 3 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. NYS Licensure; CTE English; CTE Health; North Country Community College, 3 cr. North Country Community OSHA-10: Cosmetology; CTE Mathematics; Cosmetology College, 3 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certification; CTE Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential NWRC/ 21st Century Skills**
Art Institute of Pittsburgh, 12 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. National Restaurant Association CTE English; CTE Health; Clinton Community College, 3 cr. (NRA), Serv Safe, and First CTE Mathematics; Cornell Univeristy, Experiential Credit Aid/ CPR Certifications; CTE Science CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential Culinary Arts Culinary Institute of Arts, Experiential Credit NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** Management Johnson & Wales, 4.5 cr. SUNY Canton ATC, 6 cr. (Hospitality & Resort; Marketing) New England Culinary Institute, Proficiency Credit Paul Smiths College, 3 cr. SUNY Cobleskill, 2-11 cr. SUNY Delhi, 10 cr. SUNY Plattsburgh, Experiential Credit Schenectady Community College, 3 cr. Other: numerous out-of-state credit opportunities United States Army, promotion to E-4 Art Institute of Pittsburgh, 9 cr. Clinton Community College, 36 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** CTE English; CTE Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Mathematics; CCC Computer Information Systems, 18 cr. CTE Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential CCC Mechanical Technology, 20 cr. Digital Art SUNY Canton, 15 cr. SUNY Delhi Community College, 2-16 cr. & Design Alfred State (Pending) SUNY Cobleskill, 4 cr. (CCNA) North Country Community College, 6 cr. SUNY Plattsburgh, 6 cr. (Pending) Other: Proficiency Tests Offered by College Clinton Community College, 9 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certifications; Child CTE English; CTE Health; Early Childhood SUNY Canton, 3 cr. Development Associate (CDA) CTE Science; CFM* Education SUNY Cobleskill, 3 cr. Credential Preparation; NWRC/ NYSED CDOS Credential Herkimer Community College, 6 cr. 21st Century Skills**
Electrical Design, Clinton Community College, 18 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. IBEW Certification Preparation; CTE English; CTE Lincoln Technical Institute First Aid/ CPR Certification; Mathematics; Installation & SUNY Delhi, 4 cr. OSHA-10: Construction; CTE Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential Alternative Energy NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** 10 Approved High CV-TEC Career & NYS Licensure or School Integrated Technical Articulated College Agreements Dual Enrollment College ApprovedAcademic High Credit CV-TEC Career & Corporate/ National Education (CTE) Agreements NYS Licensure or SchoolNYSED IntegratedRegulations: Technical Articulated College Agreements Dual Enrollment College Association Certification Program Corporate/ National Academic100.5(6), 100.5(7)Credit Education (CTE) Agreements (Maximum, 10 Credits) Association Certification NYSED Regulations: Program Clinton Community College, 7 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Level I Game Logging; CTE100.5(6), English; CTE100.5(7) (Maximum, 10 Credits) Environmental Paul Smiths, 3 cr. North Country Community First Aid/ CPR Certifications; Mathematics; CTE Science; CFM* Conservation & College, 3 cr. OSHA-10: Construction; CTE English; CTE Clinton Community College, 7 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Level I Game Logging; NYSED CDOS Credential EnvironmentalForestry Paul Smiths, 3 cr. North Country Community FirstNWRC/ Aid/ 21st CPR Certifications;Century Skills** Mathematics; CTE Conservation & College, 3 cr. OSHA-10: Construction; Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential Forestry Art Institute of Pittsburgh, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. NWRC/First Aid/ 21st CPR Century Certification; Skills** CTE English; CTE Mathematics; CFM* Graphic Design & Clinton Community College, 15 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** SUNY Canton, 9 cr. NYSED CDOS Credential Communications Art Institute of Pittsburgh, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certification; CTE English; CTE SUNY Cobleskill, 6 cr. Mathematics; CFM* Graphic Design & Clinton Community College, 15 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** SUNYMohawk Canton, Valley 9 cr. Community College, 9 cr. NYSED CDOS Credential Communications SUNYNorth Cobleskill, Country Community6 cr. College, 9 cr. MohawkClinton ValleyCommunity Community College, College, 3 cr. 9 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. ASE Certification Preparation; CTE English; CTE NorthLincoln Country Technical Community Institute, College, 10.5 cr. 9 cr. Auto Lift Institute Certification; Mathematics; CTE Science; CFM* Nashville Auto Diesel College, Proficiency credit NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** CTE English; CTE Heavy Equipment/ Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. ASE Certification Preparation; NYSED CDOS Credential SUNY Canton, 5 cr. Mathematics; CTE Diesel Mechanics Lincoln Technical Institute, 10.5 cr. Auto Lift Institute Certification; NashvilleUniversity Auto of N.W. Diesel Ohio, College, 6 cr. Proficiency credit NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** Science; CFM* Heavy Equipment/ NYSED CDOS Credential SUNYUTI, ProficiencyCanton, 5 cr. Credit or $1000 tuition Diesel Mechanics UniversityWyotech, of Scholarship N.W. Ohio, Available6 cr. UTI,Clinton Proficiency Community Credit College, or $1000 3 cr. tuition North Country Community Auto Lift Institute Certification; CTE English; CTE Wyotech,SUNY Canton, Scholarship 6 cr. Available College, 3 cr. OSHA-10: General Industry; Mathematics; CTE Science; CFM* Marine Technology Lakes Region Community College, 3 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certification; CTE English; CTE Clinton Community College, 3 cr. North Country Community Auto Lift Institute Certification; NYSED CDOS Credential SUNYUTI, ProficiencyCanton, 6 cr. Credit or $1000 tuition College, 3 cr. OSHA-10:NWRC/ 21st General Century Industry; Skills** Mathematics; CTE Marine Technology LakesWyotech, Region Scholarship Community Available College, 3 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certification; Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential UTI,Clinton Proficiency Community Credit College, or $1000 7 cr.tuition Clinton Community College, 3 cr. NWRC/Level I21st Game Century Logging; Skills** CTE English; CTE Wyotech, Scholarship Available Natural Resource Paul Smiths, 3 cr. North Country Community First Aid/ CPR Certifications; Mathematics; CTE Science; CFM* College, 3 cr. OSHA-10: Construction; CTE English; CTE Management Clinton Community College, 7 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Level I Game Logging; NYSED CDOS Credential Natural Resource Paul Smiths, 3 cr. North Country Community FirstNWRC/ Aid/ 21st CPR Certifications;Century Skills** Mathematics; CTE College, 3 cr. OSHA-10: Construction; Science; CFM* Management NYSEDCTE; EnglishCDOS Credential 12; Math, New Visions: Clinton Community College, 18 cr. Clinton Community College, 18 cr. NWRC/ NWRC/ 21st 21st Century Century Skills** Skills** North Country Community College, 15 cr. North Country Community Science, Technology Applied Engineering College, 15 cr. CTE; English 12; Math, New Visions: Clinton Community College, 18 cr. Clinton Community College, 18 cr. NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** North Country Community College, 15 cr. North Country Community Science, Technology Applied Engineering Albany College of Pharmacy, $10,000 scholarship Clinton Community College, 7 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certification; Anatomy & Physiology; New Visions: Medical College,North Country15 cr. Community NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** English 12; Government and Economics; Health Career; Careers College, 13 cr. Anatomy & Physiology; Albany College of Pharmacy, $10,000 scholarship Clinton Community College, 7 cr. First Aid/ CPR Certification; Medical Terminology New Visions: Medical North Country Community NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** English 12; Government and Careers Clinton Community College, 3 cr. College,Clinton 13 Community cr. College, 3 cr. OPEESA Certification Preparation; Economics;CTE English; Health CTE Career; SUNY Canton, 3 cr. Auto Lift Institute Certification; MedicalMathematics; Terminology CTE Science; CFM* Lincoln Technical Institute NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** CTE English; CTE Power Sport Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. OPEESA Certification Preparation; NYSED CDOS Credential Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Mathematics; CTE Technology SUNY Canton, 3 cr. Auto Lift Institute Certification; LincolnPaul Smith's Technical 2 cr. Institute NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** Science; CFM* Power Sport NYSED CDOS Credential MotorcycleUTI, Proficiency Mechanics Credit Institute or $1000 tuition Technology PaulWyotech, Smith's Scholarship 2 cr. Available UTI,SUNY Proficiency Canton, 3Credit cr. or $1000 tuition Clinton Community College, 3 cr. NYS Security Guard Pre- CTE English; Wyotech,Clinton CommunityScholarship College,Available 6 cr. North Country Community Assessment Training; Office of CTE Government; CTE Physical Education; Herkimer Community College, 6 cr. College, 3 cr. Counter Terrorism Enhanced CTE English; SUNY Canton, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. NYS Security Guard Pre- CTE Science; CFM* North Country Community College, 9 cr. Security Guard; Dept. of Homeland CTE Government; Security & Law Clinton Community College, 6 cr. North Country Community Assessment Training; Office of NYSED CDOS Credential Herkimer Community College, 6 cr. College, 3 cr. CounterSecurity Terrorism Teen CERT Enhanced (Community CTE Physical Education; Enforcement CTE Science; CFM* North Country Community College, 9 cr. SecurityEmergency Guard; Response Dept. of Team); Homeland Security & Law NYSED CDOS Credential SecurityProfessional Teen CERT Protection (Community Officer Enforcement Emergency(Nationally Response Recognized Team); Credential); ProfessionalFirst Aid/ CPR Protection Certification; Officer (NationallyNWRC/ 21st Recognized Century Skills** Credential); Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. FirstAmerican Aid/ CPR Welding Certification; Society (AWS); CTE English; CTE Alfred State, 7 cr. NWRC/NWRC/ 21st 21st Century Century Skills** Skills** Mathematics; CTE Science; CFM* Welding SUNY Canton, 2 cr. CTE English; CTE Clinton Community College, 3 cr. Clinton Community College, 3 cr. American Welding Society (AWS); NYSED CDOS Credential AlfredLincoln State, Technical 7 cr. Institute NWRC/ 21st Century Skills** Mathematics; CTE Welding SUNYMohawk Canton, Valley, 2 cr. 5 cr. Science; CFM* NYSED CDOS Credential LincolnSUNY TechnicalDelhi, 7 cr. Institute CPR MohawkNA Valley, 5 cr. NYS Licensure NA SUNY Delhi, 7 cr. CDL NA NYS Licensure NA CPR NA NYS Licensure NA EKG Technician NA NYS Licensure NA CDL NA NYS Licensure NA SUNY Canton, 3 cr. NYS Licensure NA EKG Technician NA NYS Licensure NA LPN Clinton Community College, 9 cr. SUNYNorth Canton, Country 3 cr. Community College, 17 cr. NYS Licensure NA Paralegal LPN ClintonNA Community College, 9 cr. National Certification NA North Country Community College, 17 cr. Phlebotomy Clinton Community College, 2 cr. NYS Licensure NA Paralegal NA National Certification NA Phlebotomy Clinton Community College, 2 cr. NYS Licensure NA
Updated 09/24/2020 - check with the CV-TEC Academic Services Office or your CV-TEC Counselor for the most current list of articulations. * Career & Financial Management ** National Work Readiness Credential Updated 09/24/2020 - check with the CV-TEC Academic Services Office or your CV-TEC Counselor for the most current list of articulations. * Career & Financial Management ** National Work Readiness Credential www.cves.org/cv-tec - 11 Allied Health 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus Mineville Campus
Enter the exciting world of healthcare. Learn skills used across the industry in a wide variety of occupations. Lab practice, job shadowing and clinical experiences are an integral part of the program. Students receive preparation for entering a health career as a Certified Nurse Assistant, Certified EKG Technician and Phlebotomy Technician. This program is a great start for entering the world of work or for continuing in a post-secondary health profession career pathway.
12 Allied Health - Plattsburgh
Program Highlights Course of Study • Patient Care Skills First Aid and CPR Medical Terminology & • First Aid • CPR Safety In the Healthcare Abbreviations • Medical Terminology Setting Nutrition • Measuring Vital Signs • Infection Control • Body Mechanics • Therapeutic Diets • Medical Abbreviations • Universal Precautions • Heart Healthy Diet • Anatomy & Physiology • Gowning, Gloving, Skills Handwashing • Nutrition • Perform EKG • Safety in the Healthcare Environment Legal and Ethical Issues • Perform Cardiac Stress • Confidentiality Tests Career Connections • HIPAA Regulations • Apply Holter Monitor • Apply Telemetry • Certified Nurse Assistant Personal Care Skills Monitor • Nursing Assistant • Bathing • Perform Blood Drawing • Home Health Aide • Feeding • Perform all CNA Skills • Certified EKG Technician • Hand and Nail Care Clinical Experiences • Phlebotomy Technician Body Structure And • Clinical Assistant • Hands-on CNA Training Function • Resident Assistant • 108 Clinical Hours • Licensed Practical Nurse • Aging Process (Year 1) • Registered Nurse • Heart Electrophysiology • 20 Career Exploration • Radiology Technician • Vein Selection Experiences • Surgical Technologist • Body Systems (Year 2) • Simulated Lab Practice Articulation Agreements Career Preparation • Clinton Community College • Portfolio Development • CV-TEC LPN Program • Interview Preparation • Résumé Development • 21st Century Skills Certifications Training • NYS Certified Nurse Assistant • EKG Technician • First Aid/CPR • Phlebotomy Certification Prep • OSHA-10: Healthcare • NWRC/ 21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 13 Animal Science: Large Animal Production 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
The swiftly changing livestock industry offers a variety of careers for the individual interested in large animal production. This program offers basic and advanced skills in areas such as nutrition, animal husbandry, anatomy and physiology of animals and practical skills such as handling and restraint, clinical laboratory skills and medical terminology. Traditional instruction and hands-on learning enhance the students’ learning experience. Upon completion of the program, students can continue on to a career or choose to enroll in post-secondary education to earn a degree in an animal-related field.
14 Animal Science: Large Animal Production - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Hands-on Learning Animal Care Veterinary Medical • Safety & Sanitization • Handling and Animal Behavior • Appropriate feeding & Terminology watering • Restraint Techniques Anatomy & Physiology • Animal Care for all Livestock & Poultry • Hoof trimming/Horn Species trimming • Internal • Veterinary Medical Terminology • Shearing/Clipping • External • Anatomy & Physiology • Deworming • Animal Nutrition • Identifying equipment • Animal Breeding Systems Animal Care & Nutrition • Genetics • Large animals & poultry • Clinical Laboratory Skills • Reproduction Employability Skills Clinical Laboratory Skills Career Connections • Job shadowing • Veterinary Assistant experiences paired with • Veterinary Technician the student’s interests • Veterinarian Reproduction • Animal Nutritionist • Animal Pharmaceutical Representative Handling & Restraint • Artificial Breeding Technician • Large animals & poultry • Feed Sales Representative Milk Production • County Extension Agent • Zoologist Meat, Eggs, and Milk • Animal Laboratory Technician Products • Equine Management • Animal Production/Farm Management • Hatchery Manager
Articulation Agreements • Clinton Community College • SUNY Canton • SUNY Cobleskill • SUNY Delhi
Certifications • OSHA-10: Agriculture • NWRC/21st Century Skills
Special Notes • Students are responsible for providing appropriate footwear.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 15 Animal Science: Veterinary Assistant 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
The rapidly expanding pet industry has a variety of careers for the animal loving enthusiast! The Animal Science Veterinary Assistant Program is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in an animal related field. This program encompasses the study of dogs, cats, pocket pets, livestock, equines and exotic species. Traditional instruction with hands-on learning provides students with practical experience while focusing on critical thinking and depth of understanding. Through hands-on application, shared skills and career exploration opportunities, students will gain employability skills, practice good work ethics and become team players. Upon completion of the program, students can continue on to a career or choose to enroll in post-secondary education to earn a degree in an animal related field.
16 Animal Science: Veterinary Assistant - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Hands-on Learning Safety & Sanitation Office Procedures & Client • Safety & Sanitization • Animal Rights & Welfare • Safety in the workplace Relations • Animal Behavior • Prevention of Zoonotic • Reception Skills • Handling & Restraint Disease • Communication Skills • Animal Husbandry Grooming • Record Keeping • Veterinary Medical Terminology • ID equipment & Use Handling & Restraint • Anatomy & Physiology • Nail Trimming • Animal Nutrition Techniques • Ear Cleaning • Basic Grooming • Small & Large Animal • Bathing • Clinical Laboratory Skills Anatomy & Physiology • Pet First Aid Animal Care & • Career Exploration Management • Internal • External • Employability Skills • ID Breeds • Husbandry Small & Career Connections Large Animals • Animal Nutrition • Veterinary Assistant • Common Disease/ • Veterinary Technician Vaccinations • Veterinarian • Behavior • Groomer • Kennel Assistant • Animal Trainer/Handler • Retail Management/Owner • Zoology • Animal Research Laboratory Technician • Equine Management • Marine Biologist
Articulation Agreements • Clinton Community College • SUNY Canton • SUNY Cobleskill • SUNY Delhi
Certifications • NWRC/21st Century Skills
Special Notes • Students are responsible for providing appropriate footwear.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 17 Automotive Collison Repair 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
A career that is part craftsmanship and part artistry that involves extensive practice and acquired skill. Students will learn how to restore vehicles using the latest equipment and technology. As a member of a team, students will repair late model and classic vehicles from start to finish in a state-of-the- art repair facility, featuring a downdraft spray bake booth. They will repair frames and unibody vehicles, repair auto plastics and fiberglass, install glass and learn custom painting and refinishing techniques. Students will be prepared for the growing job market in the collision repair industry.
18 Automotive Collision Repair - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Welding Introduction to Collision Painter • Frame-Unibody Alignment • Glass Installation Repair Safety • Apply Finish to • Automotive Reconditioning • Vehicle Construction complete vehicle • Fiberglass Repair • Collision Damage • Spot Repairs • Panel Reforming Fundamentals • Blending Panels • Refinishing • Welding & Cutting • Color Adjustment • Fabrication • Repair Paint Defects Career Connections • General Purpose Tools & Auto Body Technician Equipment Assistant • Auto Detailer Automotive Detailer • Used Car Reconditioner • Perform Minor Assembly • Glass Installer • Recondition Passenger • Repair Surface • Autobody Repairman Compartment Imperfections • Collision Repair Specialist • Clean Engine • Sand & Prep Vehicles • Painter/Refinisher Compartment • Mask • Damage Appraiser • Wash Outside • Mix & Apply Primers • Fabricator • Buff & Polish Finish Structural Repairs • Assembly/Manufacturing Glass Installer • Diagnose damage • Remove & Install • Install Measuring Articulation Agreements Windshield Equipment • Remove & Install Door • Set up for pulls • Clinton Community College Glass • Straighten Frames & • Lincoln Technical Institute • Remove & Install Unibody • SUNY Canton Stationary Glass • Replace Structural • UTI, Proficiency Credit or $1000 tuition • Perform Leak Tests Components • Wyotech, Scholarship Available Painter Assistant Job Seeking Skills Certifications • Clean & Adjust Spray • Portfolio Development Equipment • Work Study • ASE Certification Preparation • Prep Vehicles Opportunities • Auto Lift Institute Certification • Mix Paint • Internships • NWRC/21st Century Skills • Mask For Paint • Panel Edging
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 19 Automotive Technology 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus Mineville Campus
This program teaches the skills necessary to troubleshoot and repair the complex systems of today’s high tech automobiles. Experience the latest technology in a hands-on electronics-based curriculum. Students will learn to diagnose and service automotive electrical systems, drivelines, brakes, fuel injection systems, emissions systems, steering, suspension, engines, and transmissions.
20 Automotive Technology - Plattsburgh & Minevile Program Highlights Course of Study • 4-Wheel Thrust Angle Alignments Vehicle Maintenance Electrical Systems • Electrical and Mechanical Brake System diagnosis and repair • Oil and filter change • Diagnose and repair • Computerized Climate Control Systems procedures battery, charging and • Air Bags & Passive Restraint Systems • Scheduled maintenance starting systems • Computerized Electrical Diagnosis procedures • Wiring repairs soldering, • Equipment Training • Proper jacking and heat shrink and crimp • Scheduled Equipment Training lifting procedures connectors • New York State Inspection • Tire mounting, • Read and understand • Electronic Fuel Injection Repair balancing and repair wiring diagrams • Customer Service Training • Replacing serpentine • Use digital multimeter and v-belts • Repair lighting system Career Connections Brake Systems Engine Performance • Entry Level Technician at Automotive • Disc and drum brake • Use Snap-On diagnostic Dealership diagnosis & repair scan tool • Parts Counter Representative • Machine rotors on the • Identify fuel injection • Service Shop Technician vehicle components • Service Advisor • Fabrication and • Understand processor • Service Manager replacement of steel strategies • Tire and Alignment Technician brake lines. (double & • Measure fuel pressure • Service Repair Writer iso flares) and volume • Work Study with local repair shops • Brake bleeding • Perform compression • Automotive Technician procedures tests • Repair Shop Owner • Diagnose anti-lock • Perform cylinder leak • Automotive Instructor brakes down tests Suspension and Steering • Test evaporative emissions systems Articulation Agreements • Identify related • Diagnose check engine components lights • Clinton Community College • Inspect components for • Lincoln Technical Institute • Check engine oil wear/damage pressure • SUNY Canton • Replace ball joints and • SUNY Delhi tie rod ends Engine Repair • University of N.W. Ohio • Replace shocks and • Engine replacement • UTI, Proficiency Credit or $1000 tuition MacPherson struts • Replace timing belts, • Wyotech, Scholarship Available • Computerized 4-wheel chains, gears alignments • Replace head gaskets Certifications Drivetrain • Cooling system repairs • Measure engine • ASE Certification Preparation • Diagnose and replace components • NYS Inspection Licensure universal joints • Use micrometers, • Auto Lift Institute Certification • Replace CV boots, joints verniers and dial calipers • OSHA-10: General Industry and half shafts • First Aid/CPR • Replace clutch • NWRC/21-st Century Skills • Replace wheel bearings • Replace axle shaft bearings and seals • Transmission replacement
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 21 Business & Health Management 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
Students will learn extensive administrative and financial office procedures; including but not limited to understanding the primary functions and roles within a business and the role of effective communication, the art of public speaking, financial accounting and reporting for business entities, microcomputer applications, medical terminology, ten-key calculating, and essential keyboarding skills. Students create professional portfolios that provide a winning edge when seeking employment. Students participate in off-site internships that will prepare them for a wide variety of jobs in the medical or general office setting.
22 Business & Health Management - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Microcomputer Applications, Microsoft Business Communications Medical Applications Office Suite • Keyboarding Technique & Proficiency • Internal & External • Medical Terminology • Ten-Key Calculating; Data Entry Communications • Medical Abbreviations • Public Speaking & Presentations • Verbal, Nonverbal • Introduction to Medical • Introduction to Business & & Written Coding Communications Communications • Electronic Health • Principles of Accounting • Media Channels Records • Medical & General Office Procedures for Business Office Assisting and • HIPAA Regulations & Confidentiality Communications Management • Infection Control & Universal Precautions Business Organization and • Medical Terminology, Abbreviations & • Administrative Role & Management Coding Responsibilities • Professional Portfolio Preparation • Introduction to Business • Telephone, Scheduling • On-the-Job Work Experience/Internships • Entrepreneurship and and Mail Processing Legal Forms of Business • Work Ethic and • Marketing Professionalism Career Connections • Accounting, Finance and Public Speaking • Post-Secondary Education Banking • Develop Strong Public • Medical Office Assistant • Management Speaking Skills • Administrative Assistant Ethics, Law & Compliance • Effectively Evaluate Oral • Receptionist • HIPAA Regulations Presentations • Stenographer • Safety in the Workplace • Prepare, Plan, Draft and • Data Entry Clerk • CPR/First Aid Practice the Delivery of • Insurance/Billing Clerk Presentations • Account Clerk Employment • Audit Clerk Preparedness Technical Skills • Bookkeeper • Professional Portfolio • Microcomputer Preparation Applications, Microsoft Articulation Agreements • On the Job Work Office Suite Experience/Internships • Keyboarding Technique • Clinton Community College • Shadowing & Proficiency • North Country Community College Opportunities • Ten-Key Calculating; Data Entry Financial Management • Office Equipment Certifications and Accounting • First Aid/CPR • Insurance and Coding • AED Certifications • Billing, Reimbursement • NWRC/21st Century Skills and Collections • Accounts Receivables, Payables and Payroll • Budgeting, Fiscal Reports and Reconciliation
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 23 Construction Trades 2-Year Program Mineville Campus
Jump-start your career in the construction industry by learning hands-on skills at CV-TEC. With the emphasis on green building practices and new technologies, the construction industry has evolved into a high-tech occupation that requires skilled workers. A two-year certificate from CV-TEC can give you the edge you need in an industry that is projected to grow within the next 10 years. This class emphasizes hands-on skills. Students are out in the community gaining experience while working on residential and commercial community building projects. You can earn credit and give back to the community all at the same time. Students may also have the opportunity to job shadow and participate in work experience with local contractors and tradesmen.
24 Construction Trades - Mineville Program Highlights Course of Study • Hands-on Skills Residential Carpentry Residential Electrical • Carpentry • Masonry • Blueprint reading Construction • Electrical • Floor, Wall & Roof Frame • Blueprint reading • Heavy Equipment Operation Construction • Electrical Theory • Plumbing • Floor, Wall and Roof • Safety • Trade Focus Frame Layout • Service installation • Worked Based Learning Experience • Power tool use • Rough in • Professional Portfolio • Roofing • Trim Out • Business Plan • Siding • Photovoltaic installation • Door and Window Masonry installation Career Connections • Finish and Trim work • Blueprint reading • Foundation layout • Contractor • Cabinetry • Footers and Forms • Lumber Mill Worker Plumbing • Flat and vertical cement • Union Apprentice • Blueprint reading walls • Laborer • Water service • Brick and Block work • Carpenter installation Certificates • Framer • Appliance installation • Roofer • Supply line feed and • First Aid and CPR • Journeyman branch systems • 10 hour OSHA • Building Analyst • Hydronic heating On-site Solar PV Lab • PEX, PVC, ABS. CPVC, PE, • Train & prepare PV Copper usage and sizing Articulation Agreements installation • DWV installation • Accreditation • Clinton Community College • Solvent Welds • SUNY Delhi • Soldering Certifications • OSHA-10: Construction • First Aid/CPR • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 25 Construction Trades 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
This technical training program uses a hands-on approach to gaining marketable skills in the general industry of construction. Utilizing tools and materials found in the trade, students will learn about carpentry, electrical, masonry, and plumbing. Emphasis is on the framing of a house using a “whole house” performance- based approach, utilizing the most up-to-date practices in regards to health, safety and a green tomorrow. Curriculum components include new green energy building and testing standards. The knowledge and skills learned will enable the student to gain employment and advance quickly in the construction industry at the same time. Students may also have the opportunity to job shadow and participate in work experience with local contractors and tradesmen.
26 Construction Trades - Plattsburgh
Program Highlights Course of Study • Hands-on Skills Residential Carpentry Residential Electrical • Carpentry • Masonry • Blueprint reading Construction • Electrical • Floor, Wall & Roof Frame • Blueprint reading • Heavy Equipment Operation Construction • Electrical Theory • Plumbing • Floor, Wall and Roof • Safety • Trade Focus Frame Layout • Service installation • Worked Based Learning Experience • Power tool use • Rough in • Professional Portfolio • Roofing • Trim Out • Business Plan • Siding • Photovoltaic installation • Door and Window Masonry installation Career Connections • Finish and Trim work • Blue Print Reading • Contractor • Cabinetry • Foundation layout • Lumber Mill Worker Plumbing • Footers and Forms • Union Apprentice • Flat and vertical cement • Blueprint reading • Laborer walls • Water service • Carpenter • Brick and Block work installation • Framer Certificates • Appliance installation • Roofer • Supply line feed and • First Aid and CPR • Journeyman branch systems • 10 hour OSHA • Building Analyst • Hydronic heating • PEX, PVC, ABS. CPVC, PE, Articulation Agreements Copper usage and sizing • DWV installation • Clinton Community College • Solvent Welds • SUNY Delhi • Soldering
Certifications • OSHA-10: Construction • First Aid/CPR • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 27 Cosmetology 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus Mineville Campus
Students participate in the operation of a fully functional Cosmetology Salon Clinic. The Clinic provides hands- on salon experience where students work with clients, process retail sales and practice essential communication and people skills. First-year students master basic Cosmetology competencies, while those in the second year advance to more refined skills. Students are given exposure to the dynamics and diversity of the field
of cosmetology through industry events and style shows. Students also work closely with local industry professionals through classroom demonstrations and other work based learning opportunities.
New York State licensure requires the student to pass both a written and practical New York State Examination. This program provides the instruction to meet these requirements. 28 Cosmetology - Plattsburgh & Mineville Program Highlights Course of Study • History & Career Opportunities • Life Skills Professionalism Wigs/Hairpieces • Professional Image • Communications Skills • Life Skills • Consultation • Infection Control • Career Opportunities • Cleaning/Styling/ • Anatomy & Physiology • Professional Image Cutting/Conditioning • Chemistry & Electricity Cosmetology Sciences • Safety/Disinfection • Properties of the Hair & Scalp • Principles of Hair Design • Infection Control: Chemical Texture Service • Scalp Care, Shampooing & Conditioning Principles & Practices • Client Consultation • Haircutting • Anatomy/Physiology • Block Wrapping • Hairstyling • Basics of Chemistry/ • Processing/Neutralizing • Braiding & Extensions • Wigs & Additions Electricity • Instruction in Chemical • Chemical Texture Services • Properties of Hair & Hair Relaxing/Soft Curl • Haircoloring Scalp Permanent • Histology of the Skin • Diseases/Disorders (Hair, • Application/Procedure • Hair Removal Skin, & Nails) • Safety/Disinfection • Facials & Facial Makeup • Nail Structure & Growth Scalp Care/Shampoos/ Haircoloring/Lightening • Manicuring & Pedicuring Conditioners & Treatments • Client Consultation • Advanced Nail Techniques • Business Skills • Safety/Disinfection • Haircoloring Application • Client Consultation/Hair Procedure (Semi, Demi, & Scalp Analysis Permanent) Career Connections • Use of Shampoos/ • Hair Lightening • Salon Stylist Conditioners/ Techniques • Haircolor Specialist Treatments • Safety/Disinfection • Texture Specialist Haircutting Skin Care • Movie Stylist • Use of Implements • Client Consultation • Nail Technician • Facial Makeup • Esthetician Specialist • Basic Haircuts • Basic Haircutting • Facial • Wig Specialist • Histology of Skin • Makeup Artist Principles • Safety/Disinfection • Hair Removal • Salon Owner • Safety/Disinfection • Product Educator Hairstyling Nail Care • Styles Director • Hair Partings, Shaping, • Styles Designer Pin Curls, Rollers, Finger • Nail Structure/Growth • Day Spa Technician Waving • Diseases/Disorders • Cosmetic Chemist • Blow-Dry/Thermal • Manicuring/Pedicuring • Massage Therapist Styling/Hair Wrapping • Advanced Nail • Brush & Comb-Out Style • Techniques Articulation Agreements • Formal Styling • Safety/Disinfection • Consultation • Clinton Community College • Safety/Disinfection • North Country Community College Business Skills • Salon Business Certifications • Seeking Employment • NYS Cosmetology License • On The Job • OSHA-10: Cosmetology • First Aid/CPR (Mineville Campus) • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 29 Culinary Arts Management 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
The Culinary Arts Management Program teaches students the foundation skills needed for a career in the hospitality industry. Students will utilize the two-year ProStart curriculum, supported by the National Restaurant Association, which includes classroom study, lab work, mentored work experiences, and hands-on applications operating the on-site café. Students will prepare and serve meals, increasing their knowledge of food science and restaurant operations.
30 Culinary Arts Management - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study Culinary Arts • Catering Level 1 Level 2 • Desserts and Baked Goods • Orientation • Orientation • Fruits and Vegetables • Global Cuisine • Food and Workplace • Food and Workplace • Meat, Poultry, and Seafood Safety Safety Review • Nutrition • CPR/AED Certification • ServSafe Certification • Potatoes and Grains • Introduction to • Culinary Techniques • Safety and Sanitation Commercial Equipment Refresher • Salads and Garnishes • Customer Service • Breakfast Cookery • Stocks, Soups, and Sauces • Safety and Sanitation • Knife Skills • Purchasing and • Fruit and Vegetable Inventory Restaurant Management Identification/Usage • Salads and Sandwiches • Business Math • Customer Relations • Introduction to Table • Cost Control • Dining Room Service Service • Advanced Bakeshop • Food Costs Control • Bakeshop • Meat, Poultry, Seafood • Management Fundamentals/Holiday and Fabrication • Marketing Project • Marketing • Purchasing and Inventory Control • Management Essentials/ • Organic, Local, • Standard Accounting Practices Microsoft Office Sustainable • Potatoes and Grains • Global Cuisine/Taste of Career Connections • Career Exploration/ the World Employability Skills • Industry Internships • Baker’s Assistant • Maitre D’ • Stocks, Soups, and • Busperson • Pastry Chef • Cake Decorator • Prep Cook Sauces • Caterer • Restaurant Owner • Industry Internships • Chef or Manager • Food & Beverage • Short-Order Cook Manager • Waitperson • Front Desk • Dietary Aide Manager • Health-Care Cook • Host • Entrepreneurship • Line Cook Articulation Agreements • Art Institute of Pittsburgh • Clinton Community College • Cornell Univeristy • Culinary Institute of Arts • Johnson & Wales • SUNY Canton ATC • New England Culinary Institute • Paul Smiths College • SUNY Cobleskill • SUNY Delhi • SUNY Plattsburgh • Schenectady Community College
Certifications • National Restaurant Association (NRA) • ServSafe, and First Aid/ CPR • NWRC/21st Century Skills www.cves.org/cv-tec - 31 Digital Art & Design 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
In Digital Art and Design, students will be introduced to several topics during their first year, including: Graphic Design, Technical and Residential Drafting, 3D Modeling and Animation, Web Design and Computer Programming. During the second year, students are given more specialized training and practice in the field of their choosing. The Digital Art and Design curriculum is designed to give students the opportunity to learn and practice skills on software used within the above-mentioned industries. Each topic is taught through a series of carefully chosen tutorials to learn necessary skills within the software packages. After several skills have been learned, students will complete an original and creative project while utilizing these new abilities.
32 Digital Art & Design - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • 3D Animation Graphic Design Mechanical Engineering • Architecture • Pre-Mechanical Engineering Using Adobe Illustrator and • AutoCAD Fundamentals • Web Design • AutoCAD Solid Photoshop • Graphic Design Modeling • Computer Programming • Layers and Groups • Solid Edge 2D & 3D • Selecting and • Mastercam Manipulating Objects Fundamentals Career Connections • Color Theory • Mechanical Engineering • Animator • Typography Drawing • Architectural Draftsman • Pen Tool • Geometric • Mechanical Draftsman • Line, Shape and Eraser Dimensioning and • Web Designer Tools Tolerancing • Web Developer • Pencil and Paintbrush • Introduction to • Database Administrator Tools Engineering Technology • Graphic Designer • Image File Types • Computer Aided • Architect • Elements of Design Manufacturing (CAM) • Game Designer • Principles of Design • CNC Computer Interface • Game Developer Computer Science • 3D Printing • Software Developer • Web Design with HTML 3D Modeling and • Computer Programmer and CSS Animation • Client-Side Scripting Articulation Agreements (JavaScript) Using 3ds Max and Maya • Server-Side Scripting • Sketching Reference • Art Institute of Pittsburgh (PHP) Images • Clinton Community College • Database Design • Storyboarding Computer Information Systems • SQL • Primitive, Box and Mechanical Technology • Web Applications Organic Modeling with • SUNY Canton • Responsive and Proper Topology • SUNY Delhi Community College Adaptive Web Design • Creating and Applying • Alfred State (Pending) • Mobile Apps Textures and Materials • SUNY Cobleskill • Game Design and • Key Frame Animation • North Country Community College Development • Rigging (FK and IK) • SUNY Plattsburgh Architectural Engineering • Animation Mechanics • Animation Principles Certifications • Residential Drawing • Using Lights • Residential Design • Setting Cameras • NWRC/21st Century Skills • Architectural • Rendering Fundamentals • Compositing and • Site Planning Editing Frames • AutoCAD Architectural Fundamentals • AutoCAD Architectural Advanced • 3DS Max with respect to Architecture • Civil Engineering Concepts and Topics
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 33 Early Childhood Education 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
The Early Childhood Education Program is a two-year program that gives students an overview of the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics and development of young children. Through a combination of academics and hands-on learning, students will be responsible for developing lesson plans for our on-site preschool. They must also demonstrate developmentally appropriate knowledge of children from birth to age eight. These, as well as other hands-on experiences, such as internships, will expose students to real-life situations and prepare them to obtain jobs working in the early childhood education and human services fields. Worksite experiences could take place in: Pre-K Programs, Day Care Programs, Head Start Programs, and Elementary Classrooms.
34 Early Childhood Education - Plattsburgh
Program Highlights Course of Study • Plan, prepare, and conduct Establishing & Managing a Child Health Safety Nutrition developmentally appropriate activities for Child-Centered Environment • Certified in CPR/First-Aid/ preschoolers AED for Children • Manage a preschool clinical setting • Identifies & Develops • Demonstrates & Practices • Identify stages of child development Learning Centers Good Health Habits • Arranges Room for • Plan and prepare nutritious snacks • Selects & Prepares Optimal Learning Nutritious Snacks • Develop and use behavior management • Designs/Displays Thematic • Operates Equipment Safely skills with children Bulletin Boards • Encourages a Relaxed • Follows/Adapts Daily Atmosphere at Mealtimes • Special emphasis on teamwork, decision Preschool Schedule making and communication skills • Demonstrates Proper Food • Identifies Value of Play Handling • Demonstrates Knowledge & Storage of Licensing a Child Care • Develops Recipe Career Connections Center Collection for • Provides a Safe • Elementary Teacher (college 2+2 program Environment Both Indoors/ children’s Foods for an additional four-year degree) Outdoors Child Development & • Preschool Teacher Creative Teaching Techniques Psychology • Family Day Care Operator • Demonstrates Storytelling • Identifies Basic • Day Care Teacher Techniques Development 0-8 yrs. • Day Care Director • Designs & Prepares • Utilizes behavior • Social Worker Puppets management techniques • Relates Well with Children • Teacher’s Aide/Assistant • Demonstrates Correct Use of Puppets • Identifies Developmental • Special Education Aide/Assistant • Uses Creative Dramatics in Theorists • School Therapy OT/PT Teaching • Develops Personal • Early Intervention Specialist • Uses Creative Movement Philosophy of Education in Teaching Infant/toddler Curriculum • Performs in Front of Groups with Ease • Establish and Maintain Articulation Agreements • Uses Thematic Approach Indoor/Outdoor • Clinton Community College to Teaching Environment • SUNY Canton • Understand Children’s Literature Developmentally • SUNY Cobleskill • Reads Aloud with Appropriate Practice(DAP) • Herkimer Community College Expression • Show Knowledge of • Identifies Children’s Recommended Nutrition Literature N-6 as Guidelines Certifications recognized by ALA • Select Appropriate Toys & • Develops & Illustrates Equipment • First Aid/CPR Children’s Books • Demonstrate Specific • Child Development Associate (CDA) • Writes Original Children’s Knowledge and Skill in Credential Preparation Stories/Fractured Fairy Diapering, Toilet Training • NWRC/21st Century Skills Tales and Dressing • Identifies Award Winning Literature Pre-School Curriculum for Children • Establish and Maintain Indoor/Outdoor Leadership Skills Environment • Demonstrates • Ability to Choose, Plan, Responsibilities of Teacher Prepare & Present DAP Aide Activities for Pre-Schoolers • Demonstrates • Demonstrates Transitional Responsibilities of Activities Assistant Teacher • Meets the Developmental • Demonstrates Needs of Children Responsibilities of lead Teacher
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 35 Electrical Design, Installation, & Alternative Energy 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
Renewable-energy technologies along with traditional wiring is a rapidly growing sector of electrical constructing. An upgraded curriculum offers students the more current trade methods and equipment. Electrical construction training is based on compliance with the National Electric Code and emphasizes the electrical design, installation and maintenance of residential and commercial systems. With growing concerns about the future and security of electrical energy, renewable resources such as solar power are becoming increasingly important. Students will acquire the entry level skills necessary to meet the demands of a diverse trade and discover a rewarding future career.
36 Electrical Design - Plattsburgh
Program Highlights Course of Study • Hands on Training Electrical Safety Conduit Formulas & • Electrical Safety & OSHA 10 Training • CPR Training • P.P.E. - Job Site Bending • Electrical Fundamentals • OSHA 10 Training • Offsets • Wiring Methods & Splicing • ARC Fault Safety • Saddles • Blueprint Reading-Circuit Design Electrical Fundamentals • Wire Fills - NEC appendix • Heating and Appliance Installation • Ohms Law Formula • Rigid Conduit - Ream & • Conduit Installation & Bending Methods • Power Formula Thread • Residential/Commercial Service • Series Circuit Problems Electrical Troubleshooting Installations & Lab • Electrical Troubleshooting & Repair • Fuses - Test - Sizing • Parallel Circuit Problems • Fire & Alarm systems • Motor Overloads & Lab • Structured Wiring - Networks • Fluorescent Ballasts • Solar-Wind Energy Trainer & Installations Wire and Cable • Circuit Breakers • Variety of wire splices • Meter Testing Career Connections • Conductor Properties Alarm & Control • Wire & Cable Methods • Alarm Cable • Residential Electrician Lighting • Detecting Devices • Commercial Electrician • Fire Alarm Panel • Electrical Contractor • LED Fixture • Program Events • Electrical Apprentice • Outdoor Fixture • Solar Wind Tech • Smoke Detector Blueprint Design & • Security & Alarm Tech • 3-way Switch Research • Building Maintenance Electrician Appliance Circuits • Interprets Prints & • Energy Star Appliances Symbols Articulation Agreements • Mechanical Ventilation • Produce Working & Control Drawings • Clinton Community College • Dryer • Lighting Schedule • Lincoln Technical Institute • Range • Circuit Schedule • SUNY Delhi • Electric Water Heater • Design PV Circuit Electric Service • Design Wind Power Certifications • Utility Metering Alternative Energy Lab • IBEW Certification Preparation • 200 Amp • Load Study & • First Aid/CPR • Pole Service Management • OSHA-10: Construction • Sub Feeder • Utility Metering • NWRC/21st Century Skills • Size Circuit Breakers Specification • Arc Fault Breakers • Calculating Size New Construction Rough In • Interconnect PV Panels Special Notes • Batteries • Read Prints - Layout • Students are responsible for providing • Hybrid System • Cable Runs & Splices appropriate work clothes, footwear, hard- • Charge Controller • Lighting Schedule hats and safety glasses • DC Motor • Circuit Tie-in • Charge Load 21st Century Skills • Communication Skills • Decision Making Skills • Interpersonal Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 37 Environmental Conservation & Forestry 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
In the Environmental Conservation and Forestry Program, students engage in hands-on learning based on current industry standards relating to sustainable forestry techniques, heavy equipment operation, maple syrup production, horticulture and arboriculture. This program is designed to give students a better understanding of our natural resources as they train for a variety of outdoor careers. Applied learning is provided through project based learning in our out-of-doors classroom.
38 Environmental Conservation & Forestry - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Chainsaw Safety & Operation Chainsaw Operator • Safety core • Precision Tree Felling • Maintenance • Forest Management • Safety • 25 hour operation time • Greenhouse Management • Basic Operation • Maple Syrup Production • Basic Field Maintenance Surveyors Aide • Arboriculture (Tree Climbing) • Shop maintenance • Map and compass • Tree felling • Reading angles and • Limbing horizontal distances Career Connections • Bucking • Chainsaw core • Post-Secondary Education • Spring pole safety cut • Safety core • NYS Logger Training • Hand sharpening chain • Computer core • Arboriculture Technician Forest Technician • Abney hand level • Horticulture Technician • Timber cruising • Profile leveling • Heavy Equipment Operator • Tree identification • Differential leveling • Forest Technician • Fire control Heavy Construction Laborer • Maple Producer • Silvaculture practices • Surveyors Aide • Basic Heavy Equipment • Insects and disease Operation • Map and compass • 25 hr. combined Articulation Agreements • Chainsaw core operation time • Clinton Community College • Power/hand tool core • Dozer/backhoe/skidsteer • Paul Smith’s College • Safety core • Traffic control • Computer core • Power tool core Certifications Heavy Equip. Operation - • Hand tool core Skidder Entrance Level • Chainsaw core • Level I Game Logging • Safety core • General operation • First Aid/CPR Forest Logging • OSHA-10: Construction • Winch control • NWRC/21st Century Skills • Log hitching • Tree felling by using game • Deck operation of logging • Maintenance • Tree skidding • Safety core • Log scaling • Chainsaw core • Deck operation Horticulture • Tree identification • Chainsaw core • Greenhouse management • Safety core • Plant identification • Computer core • Greenhouse maintenance • Skidder operator • Propagation • Marketing Maple Producer • Safety core • Tree tapping • Pesticides • Line Maintenance • Computer core • Evaporator operation Heavy Equip. Operator - • Canning/grading • Bush development Dozer Entrance Level • Chainsaw core • Excavation • Computer core • Backfilling • Safety core • Grading/leveling • First Aid/CPR • Winch operation
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 39 Graphic Design & Communications 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
This program is actually two programs in one. Learn the basics of layout and design, desktop publishing, and computer graphics while working as teams on practical projects such as holiday cards, booklets and posters. Students will also become proficient in printing and reproduction through fundamental print and bindery operations. The program covers the basics of the SLR digital camera, angles/distances, lighting, photo emphasis and all of the different camera settings. These techniques and skills are used by the students to produce photo ID badges, develop 12 month calendars, and to create and publish the CV-TEC Yearbook.
40 Graphic Design & Communications - Plattsburgh
Program Highlights Course of Study • Computer Graphics Job Site Safety Commercial and • Desktop Publishing • Photography • OSHA – MSDS Advertising Production • Darkroom Operations • Fire Safety/Code • Yearbook/Booklets/ • Bindery • Safety Colors/Rules Calendars • Communications • Safety Equipment/Fire • News Articles and Ext. Magazine Ads Career Connections Digital Photography • Notepads/Tickets/ • Photo Emphasis Certificates Graphic Design • Modes Setting • Business Cards/Flyers/ • Graphic Artist • Distances/Angles Posters • Graphic Designer • Camera Controls • Greeting and Special • Advertising designer • Image editing Occasion Cards • Packaging Designer Photographer Press and Bindery Worker • Type & Letter Designer • Safety and Machine • Booklet & Magazine Assembler • Still Life/Senior Portraits Operations • Bindery Worker • ID/Passport • Paper Knowledge and • Illustrator • Outdoor/Scenery Set-Up Procedures • Paper Cutter • Advertising/Packaging • Paper Cutter, Folder and • Freelance Designer • Product Merchandising Stapling • Logo Artist Portfolio Development • Printing, Binding and • Collateral Designer • Technical Writing Padding • Publication Designer Assignments • Quality Control Photography • Design/Photo Section • Photojournalist Customer Service • Resume/Cover Letter • Forensic Photographer • Achievement and • Complimentary • Portrait & Wedding Photographer Awards Communication • Nature & Wildlife Photographer • Professional Attitude Graphic Artist/Designer • Freelancer • Customer and Phone • Fashion Photographer • Computer/Design Basics Etiquette • Advertising & Product Photographer • Computer Tools/ • Eye Contact/Personal • Food & Merchandising Photographer Equipment Manners • Medical Photographer • Scanning/Desktop • Studio Photographer Printers • Design Theory and Articulation Agreements Principles • Art Institute of Pittsburgh • Clinton Community College • SUNY Canton • SUNY Cobleskill • Mohawk Valley Community College • North Country Community College
Certifications • First Aid/CPR • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 41 Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanics 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Satellite Campus
Students will learn the basic theory, operation, and safety practices related to heavy equipment. This program is designed to meet entry-level needs in the field of diesel technologies and repair of agricultural equipment, construction equipment, and class 6-8 “on-highway” vehicles. This course covers four-cycle engine theory, operation, troubleshooting and repair, and preventive maintenance of diesel-powered equipment. The course also covers basic hydraulic theory and principles, fuel systems, basic electrical and electronic systems, Tier IV emissions theory, brake systems, hydraulic/air systems, on-board diagnostic procedures, and an introduction to internet-based information systems used by today’s equipment manufacturers.
42 Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanics - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Machine Operation/Maintenance Tool Counter/Tool Crib Maintenance Mechanic Helper • Truck Maintenance • Tool and Parts Counter Associate • Safety • Management • Safety • Hoist operation, jacking • Welding • Tool Management safety placement, stands • Equipment Restoration • Tool and Part Recognition • Brake adjustment (air, • Engine Repair Ability hydraulic) • Tire Work • Tool and Material Care • Electrical work (bulbs, fuses, • Brake Work • Record Keeping motors, etc.) • Inventory Control • Lubrication (grease, oil • Ordering of Materials change, disposal, etc.) Career Connections • Ability to Use Reference • Cooling system • Diesel Mechanic Materials maintenance • Bus Fleet Mechanic • WEB-based information • Fuel system maintenance • Farm Equipment Mechanic systems (filters, etc.) • Machine Restoration • Air system maintenance Equipment Renovation/Repair • Heavy Equipment Mechanic (filters, etc.) • Tool Crib Technician • Safety • Machine operation (basics • Service Department Mechanic • Use and Handling of for mechanic) Equipment • Basic winch operation/safety • Proper Tool Selection Heavy Equipment Mechanic Articulation Agreements • Use of Oxyacetylene Equipment • General shop and field • Clinton Community College • SMAW (Stick) Welding Basics safety • Lincoln Technical Institute • MIG (Wire Feed) Welding • Basic electrical: charging • Nashville Auto Diesel College Basics systems • SUNY Canton • Plasma cutting • Basic electrical: starting • University of N.W. Ohio • Paint Prep systems • UTI, Proficiency Credit or $1000 tuition • Painting • Basic computerized • Wyotech, Scholarship Available • Cutting and Grinding diagnostics & electronics • Clean, neat, orderly work • Diesel theory Certifications area • Diesel diagnostics • Diesel service Tire/Brake Mechanic • ASE Certification Preparation • Engine disassembly, repair, • Auto Lift Institute • Safety return to service • NWRC/21st Century Skills • Tire Identification • Fuel line maintenance • Rotation Theory and Practice • Valve adjustment • Change Small Tires • Brake adjust, air and • Repair Small and Large Tires hydraulic • Balancer • Suspension • Balance with Hunter • Seals, bearing replacement, • Work with hydraulic brake repair components • Writing work orders- • Familiarization with air brake manual/electronic adjustment, repair • DOT inspection • Perform annual DOT brake • Cold starting inspection
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 43 Marine Technology 2-Year Program Mineville Campus
Students looking for an exciting career in Marine Technology will have opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, be on the water, and follow a career path that has widespread opportunities both locally and nationally. Students receive training both in the lab and on the water during the warmer months, starting with trailering, launching, and driving a boat. Students then test run and diagnose marine engines directly on the water. The Marine Technology program covers all aspects of marine service from fiberglass structural and body repair to new engine rigging and installation.
44 Marine Technology - Mineville Program Highlights Course of Study • On the water training and diagnostics Outboard Tech Sterndrive and Inboard • Computer diagnostics systems available • New engine rigging and installation • 2-Stroke powerhead Tech • Two and Four stroke technology service • Engine removal/ • Service skills and parts management • 4-Stroke powerhead installation • Marine drive systems and propellers service • Seawater pump service/ • Structural fiberglass and Gelcoat repair • Computer diagnostics replacement • Real world projects through local • Starting/Charging • Scheduled maintenance partnerships systems diagnostic/ • Computer Diagnostics repair • Transom Service Career Connections • Fuel Systems diagnostic/ • Drive service repair • Precision Measurement • Marine Technician • Water pump service • Winterization • Marine Rigging Technician • Gearcase/drive unit Hull Maintenance Tech • Service Manager service • Parts Manager • Outboard installation • Engine Instrumentation • Engine Rebuilder and rigging • Wiring and accessory • Dock Hand General Marina Services troubleshooting • Marina Yard Manager • Gel Coat repair • First Aid/CPR training • Fiberglass structural • Boater Safety Course repair Articulation Agreements • Trailering/Launching/ • Steering systems service • Clinton Community College Hauling boats • SUNY Canton • Shrink Wrapping • Lakes Region Community College • Customer Service • UTI, Proficiency Credit or $1000 tuition • Estimate and Repair • Wyotech, Scholarship Available Order writing
Certifications • Auto Lift Institute • OSHA-10: General Industry • First Aid/CPR • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 45 Natural Resources Management 2-Year Program Mineville Campus
Jump start your career and learn environmental studies, forestry and general heavy construction in the outdoors. This program’s foundation is built upon the philosophy of “active learning”, hands-on instruction. Learning through experience helps develop both the skills to perform work properly and sensitivity to the environment in which the students work. All work projects are community related and students are involved in the planning from start to finish. This diverse instruction will develop the skills needed to become successful in a wide variety of environmental technologies and construction.
46 Natural Resources Management - Mineville
Program Highlights Course of Study • Heavy Equipment Heavy Equipment Surveying • Operation & Maintenance • Backhoe Operation • Establishing Contours • Bulldozer • Excavating • Building sit layout • Excavator • Grading • Setting grade stakes/off • Specialized Tree Operations • Backfilling set method • Turf Management • Trenching to grade • Setting grade stakes/ • Construction Surveying –Traditional and • Stockpiling effluent and water lines Laser • Lubrication and service • Horizontal taping • Computer Aided Instruction • Preventive maintenance • Profile surveying • Welding • Slot dozing • Differential surveying • OAW Forest Technician Welding Apprentice • SMAW • OAW • MIG • Timber cruising • Cutting • TIG • Timber cutting • SMAW • Plasma Arc Cutting • Tree identification • Silviculture Practices • MIG • Map & compass • TIG Career Connections Landscape Technician Chainsaw Operation • Forester • Lawn construction • Basic field maintenance • Surveyor • Tree and Shrub Planting • Shop maintenance and • Landscape Architect • Landscape maintenance repair • Environmental Engineer • Landscape construction • Tree felling/bore cut • Welder • Cost estimates • Limbing • Environmental Technician • Bucking Maple Syrup Production • Forest Technician • Spring pole safety cut • Materials Technician • Tree tapping • Hand sharpening chain • Heavy Equipment Operator • Bush management • Evaporator operation Articulation Agreements • Canning/Grading • Clinton Community College • Paul Smith’s College
Certifications • Level I Game Logging • First Aid/CPR • OSHA-10: Construction • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 47 New Visions: Applied Engineering
1-Year Program Plattsburgh Satellite Campus Mineville Campus
The New Visions: Applied Engineering Program is in Applied Engineering. Students will participate in daily an application based, rigorous one-year exploratory ½ day sessions for the course of the school year during program for select college-bound seniors planning the Senior Year. The purpose of this program is to increase to major in a field of study in Engineering and/or student success with determining a college major and related fields. The academic curriculum is combined career pathway in the field of Engineering and/or related with practical, applied work experience as students fields. engage in STEM concepts at the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) and through clinical observations with business & industry partners in the field. The program incorporates dual enrollment in college and high school credit-bearing coursework with career exploration and Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences
New Visions: Applied Engineering is for ! high school seniors only.
48 New Visions: Applied Engineering Program Highlights Course of Study • Immersive educational experience for Course Overview students interested in pursuing a career in • STEM concepts engineering • Calculus • Daily ½ day sessions • Engineering • Practical and applied work experience • Physics academic curriculum • Applied Engineering Principles • College-like atmosphere • Dual enrollment in college and high Applied Work Experience at The Institute Of Advanced school credit-bearing coursework Manufacturing (IAM) Career Connections Clinical Observations with Business & Industry • Aerospace Engineering Partners in the field • Biomedical Engineering Career Exploration and Work-Based Learning (WBL) • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering Experiences In Applied Engineering • Electrical Engineering Dual High School and College Credit-Bearing • Environmental Engineering Coursework • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering College Preparation • Structural Engineering • Architecture • Quality Control & Process • Additional Engineering related areas
Articulation Agreements • Clinton Community College • North Country Community College
Certifications • NWRC/21st Century Skills
New Visions: Applied Engineering has a selective admission process. Applications are required and available on our ! website and through your school guidance offices.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 49 New Visions: Medical Careers 1-Year Program Plattsburgh Satellite Campus Mineville Campus
The New Visions: Medical Careers Program is an academically rigorous one-year exploratory program for selected college-bound seniors planning to major in a field of study such as pre-med, chemistry, biology or other allied health fields. The academic curriculum is combined with practical, applied work experience as students observe health care professionals at one of the area’s medical facilities. Learn what the health care field is really about by working alongside professionals and their CV-TEC Plattsburgh Main Campus students suit up for a visit to a surgical suite at University of Vermont Medical Center CVPH patients.
New Visions: Medical Careers is for high school seniors only. ! Campus locations: UVM Plattsburgh & UVM Elizabethtown & Boquet Valley CSD Mountain View Campus
50 New Visions: Medical Careers
Program Highlights Course of Study • Unique inside view of health care Course Overview • Intense, comprehensive coursework • Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology • Acquire the skills necessary to be • Medical Terminology successful in college and as a professional • Clinical Experiences • Opportunities to enhance: • Health Careers Exploration • written and oral fluency • Medical Law & Ethics • group and leadership skills – analytical • Economics & Government and creative perspectives • English 12 • study skills/habits • Shadowing Experiences • personal accountability • Volunteer Experiences • College-like atmosphere • College Preparation Career Connections • New Visions: Medical Careers provides opportunities for students to explore careers in nearly all of the medical professions • Clinical Rotations • Professional Guest Speakers
Articulation Agreements • Albany College of Pharmacy offers $10,000 scholarship for students who participate in the program • Dual Enrollment: Advanced Placement Credits through Clinton Community College & North Country Community College
CV-TEC Mineville Campus students study at Boquet Valley CSD Mountain View Certifications Campus with the University of Vermont Medical Center Elizabethtown • First Aid/ CPR Certification • NWRC/ 21st Century Skills
New Visions: Medical Careers has a selective admission process. Applications are required and available on our ! website and through your school guidance offices.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 51 PowerSport Technology 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
Students will learn a marketable trade in the world of recreational vehicles. They will obtain the knowledge needed to maintain and repair a variety of small engines used on portable power equipment. They will learn the principles of basic machining, internal combustion engine operation, read technical manuals and develop customer relations. Students will work on snowmobiles, motorcycles, lawn, garden, golf course maintenance equipment, and personal & larger watercraft. Students will acquire the skills needed for employability from basic tune-ups to rebuilding engines.
52 PowerSport Technology - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Polaris Victory and EFI Training Shop Management • CNC and Manual Machining Training • MIG Welders • Shop Safety Electrical Systems • PWC and Outboard Marine Training • Tool Identification and • Diagnose and Repair • Small Diesel Engine Training Safety • Repair Estimates Battery, Charging and • Complete repair bills starting systems • Wiring repairs; Career Connections and calculate invoices soldering, heat shrink • Marinas • Parts Identification and and crimp connectors • Rental Stores ordering • Reading & • Motorcycle Dealerships • Shop Manual Use Understanding wire • Snowmobile Dealerships • Lift Use and Safety diagrams • Machine Shops Types of Equipment • Use of digital • Small Engine Shops • Lawn Mowers/Tractors multimeters • Military/National Guard • String trimmers • Repair lighting systems • Entrepreneurship • Chainsaws Machining and CNC • Snowblowers Articulation Agreements • Generators • Precise Measurements • Setting, Programing • Clinton Community College • Motorcycles • ATVs and Operation of CNC • SUNY Canton Milling Machine • Lincoln Technical Institute • Snowmobiles • Watercraft • Operation of Metal • Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Lathe • Paul Smith’s College Equipment Tune Ups • Operation of drill press, • UTI, Proficiency Credit or $1000 tuition • Tune ups/Service cut off saw • Wyotech, Scholarship Available • Oil and Filter Change • Mechanical blueprint • Identify/Replace Worn reading Certifications Parts • Fabrication of Parts • Tire Inspection and Welding • OPEESA Certification Preparation Replacement • Auto Lift Institute • Blade Sharpening and • Welding Safety • Operation of Oxygen/ • NWRC/21st Century Skills Replacement • Brake inspection and Acetylene Torch • Operation of MIG Repair Welder Engine Repair • Metal Fabrication and • Identification of Engine Repair Components Employability Skills • Inspect components for • Communication Skills wear/damage • Engine removal and • Problem Solving • Decision Making Skills installation • Engine disassembly and • Interpersonal Skills assembly
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 53 Pre-CTE Automotive Services Grades 9 - 12 Plattsburgh Main Campus
Pre-CTE Automotive Service allows students the opportunity to explore entry level positions in the industry while working on employability skills needed to be successful in the workforce. Students will have opportunity to work in an automotive shop to fulfill work based learning hours towards the NYS CDOS Credential. Students will work on targeted skills in the areas of mounting/dismounting tires, balancing tires, brake diagnosis/repair, exhaust repair, and interior/exterior detailing. Students will gain skills necessary to meet job entry requirements with a strong base for growth and continued education within the industry.
54 Pre-CTE Automotive Service - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • In House Work Site Automotive Reconditioner Automotive Repair • Employability Skills Technician (Electrical) • Co-Teaching Model (Detailer) • High Quality Instruction • Apply Appropriate • Repair Wiring, Solder & Safety Precautions Heat Shrink Insulation Career Connections • Appropriate Use of • Use Tester to Evaluate Supplies and Equipment Battery, Starter and • Oil-Lube Technician • Prepare Vehicle for Alternator Condition • Retail Customer Service Washing & Cleaning • Disassemble/Assemble • Automotive Service Assistant • Degreasing/Detailing & Test Alternator • Automotive Detail Specialist engine Compartment • Perform Headlamp • Exhaust System Repair System Repair Automotive Repair • Brake Diagnostic/Repair • Use D.V.O.M to Measure Technician (Vehicle Circuit Resistance & Certifications Maintenance) Voltage Drop • Perform Tire Dismount Employability Skills • NYS CDOS Commencement Credential and Mounting • NYS CDOS • Perform Oil, Filter & Commencement Further Education Chassis Lube Credential • Automotive Technology (CV-TEC) • Proper Hoisting & • Work Based Learning Jacking • Employability Profile • Perform Tire Rotation & Wheel torque Procedures • Services Automotive Batteries - Cleaning Connections & Testing • Inspecting All Fluids for Proper Levels and Contamination Automotive Repair Tech (Brakes) • Replace Break Pads & Shoes • Replace Brake Hoses • Bleed Brake System • Replace Wheel Cylinders • Replace Emergency Brake Cables
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 55 Pre-CTE Food Services Grades 9 - 12 Plattsburgh Main Campus
Pre-CTE Food Services allows students the opportunity to explore entry level positions in the industry while working on employability skills needed to be successful in the workforce. Students will have opportunity to work in a school cafeteria to fulfill work based learning hours towards the NYS CDOS Credential. Students will work on targeted skills in the areas of cold food preparation, kitchen helper, storage, inventory, serving, product identification, and nutrition. Students will gain skills necessary to meet job entry requirements with a strong base for growth and continued education within the industry.
56 Pre-CTE Food Services - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • In House Work Site • Employability Skills Hospitality Core Employability Skills • Co-Teaching Model • Identify career • NYS CDOS • High Quality Instruction opportunities Commencement • Prepare letter of Credential Career Connections application • Work Based Learning • Prepare resume • Employability Profile • Entry Level Food Service Workers • Complete job Storage Clerk • Banquet Server application • Stock Clerk • Product Identification Culinary Core • Cold Food Server • Inventory/ Issuing • Table Busser • Tool & equipment • Storage identification and usage Pantry Cold Food • Knowledge of culinary Preparation Certifications terminology • NYS CDOS Commencement Credential • Apply ServeSafe • Vegetable Cuts guidelines • Salad Preparation Further Education • Workplace safety • Cold Sauces • Nutrition • Garnishing • Culinary Arts Management (CV-TEC) Kitchen Helper Cook • Sweep and mop floors • Apply mise en place • Clean kitchen work • Read and use recipes areas • Convert recipes • Wash pots and pans by • Measure recipes hand • Use dishwashing machine • Wash and peel vegetables • Assist kitchen staff
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 57 Security & Law Enforcement 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Main Campus
The Security and Law Enforcement Academy is a New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Security Guard Training School. The program is a student chapter of the following organizations: Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team); CAYSA (Corrections and Youth Services Association); and Department of Homeland Security Law Enforcement Exploring. The curriculum includes instruction in all areas of the security profession, corrections, law enforcement, and homeland security. Cadets perform security duties on campus and in the community. Work experiences are available with numerous law enforcement agencies, including but not limited to: U. S. Customs and Border Protection; Clinton County Sheriff ’s Department; U. S. Border Patrol; and Plattsburgh City Police Department.
58 Security & Law Enforcement - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • Crime Scene Investigation Basic Training Phase Law Enforcement • Arrest Techniques • Self-Defense and Take Downs • Military Procedures Fundamentals • Handcuffing Procedures • Physical Fitness Program • Patrol Vehicle Operation • Firearms Training • Leadership Training • Crime Scene • Patrol Vehicle Operation • Self-Defense Techniques Investigation • Para-Military Basic Training • Patrol Preparation • Court Procedures • Radio Communications • NYS Security • Fingerprints • Pepper Spray and Baton Use Certification • Laws of Arrest • Community Security Details Security Operations • Firearms and Weapons • Law Enforcement Ride-a-longs • Effective Homeland Security Communications • Terrorism Indicators Career Connections • Emergency Response • Weapons of Mass • Use of Force • Public and Private Security Destruction • Bodyguard Training • Corrections • Surveillance Techniques • Custody and Control • Crime Scene Investigation • Incident Command • Protection Officer • Local, State and Federal Law Enforcement System Certification • Military Police • Threat Assessments • Bodyguard Introduction to • Counterterrorism • Homeland Security Corrections Certification • Private Investigation • Handcuff Application Teen CERT (Community • Dispatching • Prison Tours Emergency Response • Hostage Negotiation Team) • Chemical Agents Articulation Agreements • Disaster Preparedness • Riot Formations • SUNY Canton • Search and Rescue • Corrections & Youth • Clinton Community College • Psychological Impact Services Association • Herkimer Community College • Fire Operations (CAYSA) • North Country Community College • First Aid & CPR Certification • Emergency Certifications Management • NYS Security Guard PreAssessment Certification Training • Office of Counter Terrorism Enhanced Security Guard • Dept. of Homeland Security Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) • Professional Protection Officer (Nationally Recognized Credential) • First Aid/CPR • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 59 Security & Law Enforcement 2-Year Program Mineville Campus
The field of security and law enforcement is fast-paced where students learn fingerprinting, handcuffing, investigative methods, crime prevention and detection, laws of arrest, crime scene investigation techniques and emergency response. An emphasis is placed on teaching sound decision making skills and good judgment. A New York State Pre-Assignment Security Certification is incorporated in the curriculum.
60 Security & Law Enforcement - Mineville
Program Highlights Course of Study • First Aid NYS Security Guard Certifications • CPR • Self-Defense • Customer Service & • Nationally Certified • Use of Force Public Relations Protection Officer • Arrest and Search Techniques • Crime Prevention & • NYS Security Guard • Crime Scene Investigation Physical Security 21st Century Skills • Traffic Accident Investigation • Communications & • Communication • Emergency Response Procedures report Writing • Decision Making • NYS Criminal & Civil Law • Post Assignment & • Interpersonal Security Patrols • Defensive Tactics & • Customer Service • Leadership Career Connections Officer Safety Law Enforcement • Federal, State, County & Local Law Certified Protection Officer Enforcement Officers Fundamentals • Asset Protection • Correction Officer • Observation Skills & • Ceremonial Drill • Private Security Officer Memory • Traffic Enforcement • Loss Prevention Officer (store detective) • Strikes, Lockouts & • Arrest Procedures & • Insurance Investigations Labor Relations Processing • Traffic control • Information Security • Penal Law • Personal Protection Officer • Emergency Planning & • Criminal Procedure Law • Electronic Security Specialist Disaster Control • Courts & Court • Crime Scene Technician (C.S.I.) National Safety Council Procedures Articulation Agreements • AED, CPR & FIRST AID (Theory & Practical) • SUNY Canton • AED, CPR & FIRST AID • Clinton Community College (National Exam) • Herkimer Community College • North Country Community College
Certifications • NYS Security Guard PreAssessment Training • Office of Counter Terrorism Enhanced Security Guard • Dept. of Homeland Security Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) • Professional Protection Officer (Nationally Recognized Credential) • First Aid/CPR • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 61 Welding 2-Year Program Plattsburgh Satellite Campus
While performing extensive hands-on work, students will learn welding techniques in gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, plasma arc cutting, and oxyacetylene brazing and cutting in a state-of-the-art lab. These processes will be learned on steel, stainless steel and aluminum metals. Students will learn to process work orders, identify the correct repair procedure, and perform new material layout and fabrication from a blueprint. Upon completion of this course students will be prepared to take a variety of welding certification tests.
62 Welding - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • American Welding Society (AWS) Shielded Metal Arc Welder Gas Metal Arc Welder • Nationally-recognized “Sense” Program • Curricula Preparing Both Certified Entry • Structural Steel 3/16” - 1” • Fillet and Groove Welds Level and Certified Advanced Level • Use of All Four Electrode All Positions Welders Groups • Short Circuit Transfer • Classes Taught by Nationally Certified • All Position Groove and Mode Welding Educator and Welding Inspector Fillet Welds • Spray Transfer Mode • Students Learn How to Weld Steel, • AWS Workmanship • AWS Workmanship Aluminum, and Stainless Steel in all Qualification Testing Qualification Testing Welding Positions Gas Tungsten Arc Welder Flux Cored Arc Welding • Types of Welding Taught: • Aluminum, Steel and • Structural Steel Welding • Gas Metal Arc Welding Stainless Steel Welds from 1/4” - 1” • Shielded Metal Arc Welding • Fillet and Groove Welds • Fillet and Groove Welds • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding in all Positions in all Positions • Flux Cored Arc Welding • AWS Workmanship • AWS Workmanship Qualification Testing Qualification Testing Career Connections Welders Helper Weld Fabricator • Welding Technician • Oxy-Acetylene Welding, • Blueprint Reading • Steel Fabrication Cutting and Brazing • Weld Symbols • Engineer • Use of Measurement • Completion of all • Certified Welding Instructor Tools the Workmanship • Certified Welding Inspector • Plasma Cutting Qualification Testing • Manufacturing • Track Torch Operator to earn AWS Certified • Union Iron Worker Entry Level Welder • Pipefitter Certification • CNC Machine Operator • Welding Supply Sales • Entrepreneur • Welding Inspection & Quality Control
Articulation Agreements • Clinton Community College • Alfred State • SUNY Canton • Lincoln Technical Institute • Mohawk Valley • SUNY Delhi
Certifications • American Welding Society (AWS) • NWRC/21st Century Skills
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 63 Employability Skills Seminars Student Services Department
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Employers have indicated that Employability or Essential Skills, such as teamwork, effective communication and critical thinking are the most in-demand skills in today’s job market. Our rigorous career and technical education (CTE) programs help students develop these transferable skills through hands-on application in our classrooms, labs, and work- based learning (WBL) experiences. CV-TEC utilizes the Employability Skills Framework, along with the input of our business and industry partners to develop real- world relevant workshops and seminars that target these BECOME A CV-TEC BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY PARTNER TODAY! marketable skills. !
Developing essential employability skills to bridge the work readiness gap! 64 Employability Skills Seminars Career Planning Seminar Course Detail In this seminar, students will learn the importance and proper steps in the career planning process. They will also complete skills and interest inventories and use that information for targeted career research. An employer informational session will allow students to network with professionals in the field and ask questions from their research. Students will learn more about the Employability Skills Workshops companies in our community and the specific • Customer Service Excellence requirements for the careers within the • Effective Workplace Communications industry. • Innovation and Entrepreneurship • Learning to Lead Financial Literacy Seminar • Teamwork for the Trades CV-TEC will provide financial literacy training • Technology in the Workplace through targeted lessons that focus on CTE students will earn micro-credentials upon budgeting, savings, investing, credit scores completion of each workshop. and loans, as well as identity theft. As a culminating project, we will collaborate with our local credit unions and business and industry partners to offer our graduates Mad City Money Reality Fair, a hands-on financial literacy simulation. Students will apply the skills learned in the classroom to create a realistic monthly budget. They will gain a deeper understanding of what it is like to budget for monthly expenses, while managing their debt and saving for the future.
Job Seeking Seminar
The Job Seeking workshops allow our CTE U.S. Department of students to acquire the critical skills needed to Education Office of be successful in the job seeking process. They Career, Technical, and Adult Education Division will gain experience tailoring their cover letter of Academic and and resume to apply for posted positions. Technical Education Students will also learn valuable networking skills, and perfect their elevator pitch. Mock Mrs. Sherry Snow interviews will allow our students to feel confident answering common interview CV-TEC, Student Services Coordinator questions, while learning important tips to be (518) 561-0100 ext. 255 able to articulate their skills in a job interview. [email protected] To culminate these experiences, our CTE students will participate in a Job Fair. This event will allow them to gain access to local organizations/agencies, while previewing and interviewing for summer jobs, internships, and other career opportunities in our area.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 65 Work Based Learning Student Services Department
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE)
At CV-TEC, Work Based Learning (WBL), combined with designed to perfect and expand skills through on-the- employability skills training are critical components to job training. CTE teachers recommend students for preparing students for their chosen career path. These these WBL opportunities based on their good academic experiences make school-based learning more relevant standing, technical proficiency, and workplace behaviors, by providing students with the opportunity to apply including attendance. The certified WBL coordinator, knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to real along with the teacher, student and employer develop world situations. Students gain work experience and are individually tailored objectives or training plans for each exposed to various career options. In turn, they develop student placement. Students are required to complete an understanding of the range of post-secondary options time sheets documenting their WBL attendance and available to them, including college, technical training, learning experiences, and upon completion, the and entry-level skilled employment. workplace supervisors/mentors will verify and provide
To meet the needs of our diverse Career and Technical feedback to students. Education (CTE) student population, we offer a wide BECOME A CV-TEC BUSINESS variety of Work Based Learning (WBL) options. These may AND INDUSTRY PARTNER TODAY! be exploratory in nature or a culminating paid experience ! 66 Work Based Learning NY State Registered Other WBL Options WBL Programs • Industry Speakers and Tours • Job Shadowing Career Exploration • Community Service/Volunteering and Service Learning Internship Program (CEIP) • Career-Focused Research Project • Career awareness, exploration Unpaid • School-Based Enterprise • Hazardous occupations prohibited • Onsite-Site Project (Community Based) • Students age 14+ • Clinical Experience
Cooperative Career & BENEFITS OF WORK BASED LEARNING Technical Education Work • Establish clear connections between education and workplace • Develop awareness of career options Experience Program • Build technical skills through real-world scenarios FOR STUDENTS: • Increase understanding of workplace expectations and skills (CO-OP) needed • Discover networking opportunities with potential employers • Career development, skill specific • Promotes employability skills and positive work habits • Paid or unpaid • Develop your future workforce • Hazardous occupations allowable with • Build a stronger community FOR BUSINESSES: • Create improved work culture through mentoring opportunities student-learner exceptions • Increase company awareness • Students age 16+ • Requires supervised on-the-job training, related in-school instruction, a memorandum of agreement for the CV-TEC WORKS WITH MORE THAN 200 extended classroom, and a student BUSINESSES DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR training plan. TO PROVIDE OUR CTE STUDENTS WITH WORK BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES, Youth Apprenticeship AND WE CONTINUE TO LOOK FOR NEW Program PARTNERSHIPS. • Paid on-the-job training; apprentices 100% OF OUR CTE STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN WBL train under the guidance of experienced journey workers. • Related classroom training • Students age 18+
These WBL options follow all Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulations and local labor requirements, allowing students to work on-site a maximum of four, one-half days per week. When not Mrs. Sherry Snow at the work site, students attend their CV- CV-TEC, Student Services Coordinator TEC programs for further related technical (518) 561-0100 ext. 255 training and academic instruction. [email protected]
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 67 ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION
CO-SER 103 A registration fee is set to cover the costs of the programs. Although courses vary by semester, CV-TEC provides Adult and Continuing some frequently offered courses have included: Education programs and services on site to area post-secondary (adult) learners on all three of our • Assembling Industry: Manufacturing & CV-TEC Campuses. Programming is also offered Education (AIME) at several off-campus community locations. Programming for post-secondary (adult) learners • Blueprint reading include: CTE Daytime Programs of Study, short- • Introduction to Computers term courses, and continuing education evening • Precision Measurement courses. • Welding Career & Technical Education for Adults Adults can register for any CV-TEC daytime Career and Technical Educational (CTE) program on a space available basis. Enrollment is self-pay or with special funding through CV-TEC Literacy, HSE, and Job Skills Training (JST) Program, ACCESS-VR, CCETA, DOL, Veterans Administration or other sources including special training vouchers. Low interest loans are also available through the Sallie Mae Corporation. Programs for adults who wish to enter, re-enter and/or gain advancement in employment are offered during the daytime and in shorter courses in the evening on all campuses.
Continuing Education Courses Numerous continuing education courses are offered to adults on various campuses. The courses are offered year-round for any interested adult. These are offered in conjunction with Career and Technical Education courses.
68 Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Adult Literacy Education CV-TEC offers a popular 60-hour CDL Tractor Co-Ser 950 Trailer Driving Program for those seeking to receive a Class A driver’s license from the CV-TEC offers free Adult Basic Education, Department of Motor Vehicles. The program Adult Secondary Education, and High features an extremely high pass rate and offers School Equivalency preparation to adults, participants a flexible driving training schedule. age 18 or older. Programs are offered at the Candidates must possess a CDL permit prior to OneWorkSource Centers in Plattsburgh and acceptance, and must pass a drug and medical Elizabethtown, Champlain Library, United examination prior to admission. Methodist Church in Keeseville, North Country Community College, Behavioral Health Services Business and Industry Training Programs North, CV-TEC, Ellenburg Depot Fire House and Twin Oaks Halfway House. Instruction is provided Training programs for business and industry through distance learning programs and ABE/ designed to meet the educational needs of local ASE classes. CV-TEC’s Adult Literacy programs businesses are available in technical, academic are all New York State approved and taught by and 21st Century Skills areas. certified teachers. CV-TEC is an approved Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) test site in both Plattsburgh and Mineville. Customized Training For Business And Industry ABE/ASE Classes Customized training programs are tailored to meet the needs of local business and industry. Offered in Clinton & Essex counties at various These programs are designed to upgrade locations. Classes are offered during morning, employees’ technical and management skills. afternoon and evening sessions. These programs can be designed cooperatively, based on the needs and interest of our business Job Skills Training partners. Tuition and fees will vary depending on the length and content of the training program. Funding is available for eligible adults to enroll in job skills training programs Training programs include Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide, Welding, Computer Classes, CDL, Customer Service Training and Assembling Industry: Manufacturing and Education (AIME).
Distance Learning Programs A variety of programs are available for students Other Career Certificate Programs who are unable to attend an ABE/ASE class. Students study at their own pace and in their Adult Online Learning Experiences own setting. Individualized lesson plans are CV-TEC offers hundreds of adult online education developed for students and materials are courses. Participants may enroll in a variety delivered every two weeks to a library of the of instructor led, self-paced or enhanced students’ choosing. Students may also choose to tutorials at affordable prices. Participants can pick up and drop off materials every two weeks enjoy the convenience of learning at home at the OneWorkSource centers. and of accessing coursework 24/7. Students can select from a number of national online Ed2Go programs through CV-TEC. Certificates of completion are provided by Ed2Go in a number of career and technical programs.
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 69 Commercial Drivers License (CDL-A) Adult Education Course - 60 Course Hours Plattsburgh Satellite Campus
The Tractor Trailer Driver Training Program is a 60-hour, experiential course offering instruction on a variety of topics such as: Introduction to the Tractor Trailer, Vehicle Control Systems, Inspections, Basic Control, Proficiency Development, Safe Operating Procedures, Advanced Operating Procedures, and Street Driving. Completion of the CDL Class A program leads to eligibility for Department of Motor Vehicle testing and licensure.
70 Commercial Drivers License - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • 60 Hours “Cab” Time Introduction Basic Control • Instructor-Student Ratio: 2:1 • Emphasis on Driving Skills • Commercial Motor • Starting, Warming Up & • Introduction to the Tractor Trailer Vehicles Shutting Down • Control Systems • Commercial Drive • In Motion & Stopping • Inspections License (CDL) & • Backing in a Straight • Proficiency Development Commercial Learner Line • Advanced Operating Procedures Permit (CLP) Classes, • Turning • Street Driving Endorsement & • Range Exercises & • Assistance in Testing Arrangements Restrictions Practice • CDL and CLP • Pre-Street Range Test Requirements • Coupling and Career Connections • CDL Tests Uncoupling • CDL-A Driver • Additional Proficiency Development Requirements for Bus • Backing Drivers Prerequisites • Driver Disqualifications • Space Management • Must be 21 Years of Age or Older • Other Commercial • Speed Management • On-Street Proficiency • CDL Class A Driver’s Permit (DMV) Privilege Rules • Recent Physical Examination (DOT) • International Development • Recent Drug Test (DOT) Registration Plan Safe Operating Procedures • Previous Experience with Standard Shift • International Fuel Tax • Visual Search Vehicle Agreement • Lane Changing • Background Check Introduction to the Tractor • Passing, Merging, Trailer Exiting & Turning • Parking Procedures Certifications Vehicle Control Systems • Preparing for Street • NYS Licensure • Controls Lessons • Function of Vehicle Advanced Operating Instruments Procedures • Shifting • Diagnosing & Reporting Inspections Malfunctions • Types of Vehicle • Troubleshooting & Inspections Problem Solving • Inspection Details • Reporting Requirement: • Pre-Trip Inspection Log Books Procedures • Night Operation • En-Route and Post-Trip Street Driving Inspections • Additional Procedures for Special Vehicles • Reporting • Vehicle Systems
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 71 Nurse Assisting (CNA) Adult Education Course - 60 Course Hours/32 Clinical Plattsburgh Main Campus Mineville Campus
Enter the world of health care! Learn skills used across the industry in a wide variety of health care occupations. Didactic, lab practice, job shadowing and clinical experiences are integral parts of the program. Students receive preparation for entering a health career as a Certified Nurse Assistant. CNAs are an integral part of the medical team. They have direct contact with patients/ clients and families, and deliver personal care to clients who need assistance. Students will learn basic principles and skills required to care for clients.
72 Nurse Assisting (CNA) - Plattsburgh & Mineville Program Highlights Course of Study • Patient Care Skills Safety in the Healthcare Medical Terminology & • First Aid • CPR Setting Abbreviations • Medical Terminology • Body Mechanics Nutrition • Vital Signs Measurement • Universal Precautions • Infection Control • Gowning, Gloving • Therapeutic Diets • Medical Abbreviations • Heart Healthy Diet • Body Structure & Function Hand Washing Skills • Nutrition Legal and Ethical Issues • Personal Care Skills • Safety in the Health Care Environment • Confidentiality • Vital Sign Measurement • HIPAA Regulations Clinical Experiences Career Connections Personal Care Skills • Hands on CNA Training • Certified Nursing Assistant • Bathing • 30 Clinical Hours • Clinical Assistant • Feeding • Simulated Lab Practice • With Further Education: Licensed Practical • Hand and Nail Care Nurse, Registered Nurse, Radiology Technician, Surgical Technologist Body Structure and Function • Aging Process Certifications • Body Systems • New York State Certification as a Nursing Assistant
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 73 Practical Nursing (LPN) Adult Education Program - 1160 Course Hours Plattsburgh Main Campus
Become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)! Classroom, lab practice, job shadowing and clinical experiences are integral parts of the program. Students receive preparation for entering a health career in Practical Nursing. This program is a great start for continuing in a postgraduate health profession career pathway. Students gain the skills and knowledge that will allow them to deliver safe, effective nursing care, working in partnership with Registered Nurses and other health care team members. This is a 1160 hour, adult only program.
74 Practical Nursing (LPN) - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • First Aid & CPR Role of the LPN Courses • Issues & Ethics • Human Body Safety in the Healthcare • Medical Surgical Nursing • Nutrition • Human Body Setting • Medical/Surgical Nursing • Nutrition • Skills for the Practical Nurse: including First Aid and CPR • Mental Health Nursing client care, data collection, wound • Maternal and Child Infection Control care, medication administration and Nursing monitoring Issues and Ethics Clinical Experiences • Mental Health Nursing • Confidentiality • Maternal and Child Nursing Shadowing Experiences • HIPAA Regulations • Medical Terminology Career Preparation • Infection-Control Medical Terminology • Medical Abbreviations Portfolio Development Medical Abbreviations • Safety in the Health Care Environment LPN Skills Career Connections • Patient Care • Data Collection • Licensed Practical Nurse • Wound Care • With Further Education: Registered • Medication Nurse, Radiology Technician and Surgical Administration Technologist • Monitoring Articulation Agreements • SUNY Canton • Clinton Community College • North Country Community College
Certifications • NYS License as Practical Nurse
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 75 Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG) Adult Education Course - 51 Course Hours Plattsburgh Main Campus
Learn in depth knowledge of the 12 lead EKG and conduction system of the heart, as well as disorders that can be monitored with the EKG or other mobile monitoring systems. Our course will provide an understanding of pre-hospital emergency medicine and life saving techniques.
76 Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG) - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • First Aid Role of the EKG Technician Cardiac Rhythms • CPR • Medical Terminology Safety In the Healthcare Medical Terminology • Infection Control Setting • Medical Abbreviations EKG Administration • Heart Rhythms Basic First Aid and CPR Vital Signs • Anatomy and Physiology • Safety in the Health Care Environment Infection Control Clinical Experiences Legal and Ethical Issues • Hands on EKG Training Career Connections • Confidentiality • Simulated Lab Practice • Shadow • Electrocardiograph Technician • HIPAA Regulations • Clinical Assistant Cardiac Anatomy and • With Further Education: Licensed Practical Physiology Nurse, Registered Nurse
Certifications • NYS Licensure
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 77 Phlebotomy Adult Education Course - 70 Course Hours Plattsburgh Main Campus
Phlebotomy training prepares students to perform finger and venous blood draws. Safety, proper infection control methods, and emergency preparedness are included in the course. Students receive preparation for entering a health career in Phlebotomy. NHA certification is offered to candidates who successfully complete the program.
78 Phlebotomy - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study • First Aid Role of the Phlebotomy Vital Signs • CPR Technician • Medical Terminology Clinical Experiences • Infection Control Safety In the Healthcare • Hands on Phlebotomy • Medical Abbreviations Setting Training • Blood and Cell Composition Basic First Aid and CPR • Safety in the Health Care Environment • Lab Practice Infection Control • Shadow Career Connections Legal and Ethical Issues • Confidentiality • Phlebotomy Technician • HIPAA Regulations • Clinical Assistant • With Further Education: Licensed Practical Cardiac Anatomy and Nurse, Registered Nurse, Radiology Physiology Technician, Surgical Technologist Blood and Cell Composition Articulation Agreements Medical Terminology • Clinton Community College
Certifications • NYS Licensure
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 79 Women in Manufacturing
Adult Education Course - 128 Course Hours Plattsburgh Satellite Campus
The North County region is heavily dominated by the manufacturing industry. As a result, a majority of jobs are found in our local manufacturing facilities. There are multiple employment opportunities available in the area Women in Manufacturing including: building train cars, buses, door operating The demand for skilled, well-prepared systems and motors. CV-TEC, in association with Protech employees is exceptionally high. “Women Business Solutions and, the support of various local in Manufacturing” is a course designed manufacturers, have developed a hands-on training specifically for women seeking to enter the industrial sector of employment. Participants program to teach women the skills necessary to work in will receive the training and the skills necessary a manufacturing setting. The goal of this program is to for success in varied industrial settings. enable women to pursue a career in the manufacturing field; and to provide women the opportunity to enter into Interested? Call: (518) 561-0430 x 3091 high paying manufacturing jobs with the opportunity for advancement.
80 Women in Manufacturing - Plattsburgh Program Highlights Course of Study Students Will Learn To: Program Outline: Contact Us for More • Operate various hand and power tools • 128 Hours in-class Information: • Read blueprints training, on-site at the Protech Business Solutions • Cut, crimp. solder & assemble electrical CV-TEC satellite campus wires 109 West Bay Plaza • Students will have • Use carpentry skills and techniques Plattsburgh, NY hands-on training • Assemble mechanical/electrical projects (518) 324-4995 taught by skilled and • Write a resume experienced teachers holly.black@protech- • Interview for success solutions.net • Apply workplace readiness skills • Upon completion of the • Apply workplace safety skills course, students will be CV-TEC OneWorkSource given the opportunity 194 US Oval Plattsburgh, NY to interview for jobs (518) 561-0430 ext. 3079 Career Connections with top manufacturing • Welders, Cutters, Solderers companies in the [email protected] • Power Plant Operators Plattsburgh area • Woodworkers • *Daycare assistance may • Printing be provided if needed • Assemblers and Fabricators • Processing Occupations • Funding opportunities • Metal and Plastic Machine Workers may be available
Articulation Agreements • Protech Business Solutions • CV-TEC OneWorkSource • Opportunity to interview for jobs with top manufacturing companies in the Plattsburgh area
Certifications • OSHA 10 • National Work Readiness Credential • CV-TEC Women in Manufacturing Certificate of Completion
www.cves.org/cv-tec - 81 CV-TEC Plattsburgh Main Campus School Counselor Director of Career & Technical Education Kevin Donoghue CV-TEC Division of CVES Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x244 Michele Friedman Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x236 School Counselor Lucy Marbut Assistant to the Director Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x242 Tina Lefevre Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x236 CV-TEC Plattsburgh Satellite Campus Principal of CV-TEC Plattsburgh Principal of CV-TEC Plattsburgh Satellite Campus Main Campus James McCartney III Adam Facteau Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x243 Phone: (518) 561-0100 x237 Assistant to the Principal of CV-TEC Assistant to the Principal of CV-TEC Plattsburgh Satellite Campus Plattsburgh Main Campus Diana Handly Nicole Osika Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x281 Phone: (518) 561-0100 x238 CV-TEC Mineville Campus Financial Aid Office Principal of CV-TEC Mineville Campus Chris Chaffin Dr. Grace Stay Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x245 Phone: (518) 942-6691 x151
Adult Education, Attendance & Guidance Assistant to the Principal of CV-TEC Nicole Kritziotis Mineville Campus Email: [email protected] Marcie Frasier Phone: (518) 561-0100 x240 Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 942-6691 x150 Health Careers Coordinator Dena Tedford CV-TEC Plattsburgh Satellite Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x246 & Mineville Campus School Counselor Student Services Coordinator Nicole Santaniello Sherry Snow Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 942-6691 x117 Phone: (518) 561-0100 x255 CV-TEC OneWorkSource Campus Academic Services Coordinator Supervisor of Adult Literacy Colleen Lafountain & Job Skills Training Email: [email protected] Cathy Snow Phone: (518) 561-0100 x259 Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0430 x3079 Registrar Debbie Geddes Assistant to the Supervisor of Adult Literacy Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0100 x241 & Job Skills Training Dana Green Email: [email protected] Phone: (518) 561-0430 x3088 82
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www.cves.org/cv-tec - 83 School Districts Served by CV-TEC AuSable Valley Central School Northern Adirondack Central School Beekmantown Central School Peru Central School Boquet Valley Central School District Plattsburgh City School District Chazy Central Rural School Putnam Central School Crown Point Central School Saranac Central School Keene Central School Schroon Lake Central School Moriah Central School Ticonderoga Central School Northeastern Clinton Central School Willsboro Central School
Michele M. Friedman Director of Career & Technical Education CV-TEC Division of CVES 1585 Military Turnpike Ph. (518) 561-0100 x236 Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Fx. (518) 561-0494 www.cves.org/cv-tec [email protected]
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