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Service OccupationsCooking and Food ServiceLearn basic cooking and baking techniques for employment in the hospitality industry, where the need for educated and skilled workers continues to grow in Ohio. Students will receive hands-on experience with Equipment & Small Wares, Garnishing Techniques, Salads, Herbs, Oils & Dressings, Stocks, Sauces & Soups, Cooking with Wine, Pasta & Rice, Measurements and Abbreviations, Safety and Sanitation, Knife Handling, Banquet & Buffet Service, Braising, Sautéing, Roasting, Fish & Shellfish, Dessert and How to Prepare a Menu. Class size limited to 15 students.

600 HOURS SEPT. 19 – MAY 154:30 – 9:30 PM M, T, W, TH $5,895

Cosmetology ***New State-of-the-Art Facilities and Working Salon!*** Learn the art and science of beautifying hair, skin and nails in a state-of-the art, working salon setting. Instructor stays with students throughout their classroom instruction and hands-on training to give the guidance and skills necessary to become a professional cosmetologist. Course includes Hair I, Hair II, Scalp Care, Skin Care, Manicuring and Pedicuring Services, Sanitation & Bacteriology, Reception & Communication Skills, Salon Operations and Cosmetology Laws & Rules. Upon completion, you will be prepared for your state board exam and a career as a hair stylist, nail technician, make-up artist, esthetician or salon owner. Registration options available. Class size limited to 22 students.

1,500 HOURS SEPT. 19, 2011 – MAY 15, 20134:30 – 9:30 PM M, T, W, TH $8,595

Online Courses Want to take classes on your own time, without leaving the comfort of your home? Earn valuable Certifications, Graduate Credit or simply improve your personal development through our online courses. We offer more than 250 online courses that you can take on your own time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Make new friends in our lively and intelligent discussion areas. Ask our patient and helpful instructors as many questions as you want, whenever the mood strikes you. Pick up a new skill or brush up on an old one. Find the course that’s right for you by logging on to our website at www.lcjvs.com/adult.

ABLE/GED Come join us for this FREE class — learn at your own pace! Improve your reading, writing and math skills to prepare for entrance exams and job training courses, help children with homework, prepare for the official GED test or improve job skills for advancement and college entrance exams. From the basics of beginning reading and simple addition through the requirements for an Ohio High School Equivalence Diploma (GED), the ABLE Program provides learning programs designed and paced for each student’s needs. Individual or small-group computer instruction and distance learning options are designed to help participants meet their educational goals. ABLE/GED Practice Testing is held throughout the year. Students who have not participated in ABLE/GED classes within the last six months are required to attend an orientation. To sign up for orientation, schedule an Official Practice Test or to register for classes, call 440-774-1051 ext. 2241. Evening classes are available.

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2011-2012Career Development Programs

and Summer Classes

Elyria/Oberlin 440.774.1051 Lorain 440.986.6601 Ext. 2254

The Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center is a University System of Ohio provider.

High School diploma or GED

required for all JVS Adult Career

Center courses except for ABLE/GED

class. Books and tools are extra.

2011 Summer Programs – Call Today to Register!Basic Computer CourseInterested in taking a JVS Adult Career Center course, but need some beginner-level computer skills training? Get the hands-on computer experience you need for a working knowledge of computers, as well as helpful applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and database programs. 28 HOURS AUG. 1 – 226:30 – 8:30 PM M, W $206

Basic MachiningThis course is a great way to prepare for CNC courses at the JVS. Hands-on operations, setup and tooling for lathes, mills and surface grinders. Class size limited to 12. 40 HOURSSec. A JUNE 20 – 24Sec. B AUG. 1 – 58 AM – 4 PM M, T, W, TH, F $395

Intro to CNCThis is an introductory course to computerized numerical controls (CNC). Hands-on operations, programming cycles and axis movements using Fanuc controls and language. Class size is limited to 12. 40 HOURSSec. A JULY 11 – 15Sec. B AUG. 8 – 128 AM – 4 PM M, T, W, TH, F $395

CNC ProgrammingLearn to program computerized numerical controls (CNC). Includes hands-on programming on two and three axis machines with interactive mill cam and lathe cam, G code and M code. Prerequisite: Introduction to CNC. Class size limited to 12. 40 HOURSSec. A JULY 18 – 22Sec. B AUG. 15 – 198 AM – 4 PM M, T, W, TH, F $395

Skills for SuccessThis soft skills training is designed to help you if you are re-entering the workforce and want to be better prepared for the expectations of a professional environment. 24 HOURS AUG. 2 – 256 – 9 PM T, TH $255

STNAState Tested Nurse Aids are in high demand in both nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Prep for the STNA exam in our high-tech medical lab learning personal care, infection control, safety, body mechanics, basic nursing, and restorative care. Books extra. Class size limited to 8 students.101 HOURS JULY 19 – AUG. 249 AM – 3 PM T, W, TH $895

Strengthen Your Math SkillsThis course will prepare you for a variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing and business. Improve your math fundamentals in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. A great way to prepare for upcoming Fall 2011 classes and WorkKeys assessments!10 HOURSSec. A JUNE 13 – 22 M, WSec. B JULY 12 – 21 T, THSec. C JULY 25 – AUG. 3 M, WSec. D AUG. 16 – 25 T, TH5:30 – 7:30 PM $60

Cosmetology Manager Training Program This program meets the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology criteria for the Manager’s Test. Learn advanced cosmetology techniques and salon management, cosmetology laws and rules, public health and safety. Includes one uniform top. Class size limited to 22 students. 300 HOURS JUNE 6 – OCT. 34:30 – 9:30 PM M, T, W, TH $1,700

Managing Manicurist Learn the latest trends and techniques of artificial and natural nails along with pedicures for health and relaxation. Salon Management, retail sales and product knowledge prepare you for the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology’s license exam. Includes one uniform top. Class size limited to 22 students.300 HOURS JULY11 – OCT. 274:30 – 9:30 PM M, T, W, TH $2,450

Esthetician This course trains you to perform skin analysis, facials, waxing, body treatments and use of electrical machines, and includes salon management and retail sales. Ohio State Board of Cosmetology’s license exam required. This is one of the fastest growing fields in the country! Includes one uniform top and test fee. Class size limited to 22 students. 600 HOURS AUG. 29, 2011 – MAY 25, 20124:30 – 9:30 PM M, T, W, TH $3,595

Intro to HVAC InstallationThis class focuses on planning and installing heating and cooling systems in residential structures. Also included are installing ductwork and sheet metal forming. Books extra.60 HOURS JULY 11 – AUG. 295:30 – 9:30 PM M, W $575

Welding for BeginnersAn introduction to welding using both oxy-acetylene flame and electric arc. Course includes shop safety, fusion of metals, identification of electrodes and equipment set up. Practice in running beads on flat, horizontal surfaces and joints is included. Books extra.60 HOURS JULY 12 – AUG. 35:30 – 9:30 PM T, TH $875

Register Now for the 2011-2012 School YearAttending classes at the Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center means joining more than 3,000 adults like you who are committed to improving their lives through career-technical training. If you’re ready for your new career, now’s the time to get to work. It’s easy to get started:

Call us at 440-774-1051 ext. 2254 to schedule your program’s information session. Sessions run throughout the day, from 8 AM – 10 PM depending on the program.

1. Information sessions will provide you with your program’s curriculum, expectations, employment projections and next steps for enrollment.

2. After the information session, you will have the opportunity to sign up for a financial aid appointment and WorkKeys assessment. The WorkKeys assessment fee is $75.

3. Once your program WorkKeys requirements are fulfilled and your financial aid plan is approved, you are ready to register!

Please note: the above steps can take as much as a month to complete, so get started early to ensure a seat in your program of choice!

Ready to Get to Work? Call today! 440-774-1051 ext. 2254.

Frequently Asked QuestionsWho is eligible to attend?Our programs are open to students 18 years or older who hold a high school diploma or GED and are looking to re-enter the workforce.

What if I don’t have my GED?The JVS Adult Career Center offers FREE GED courses to assist you. To sign up, call our GED coordinator at 440-774-1051 ext. 2241. (Former JVS or other high school students must be 21 to enroll in daytime classes.)

Is Financial Aid available?Many of our students have tuition and books paid for through some type of financial aid, including Pell Grants, Individual Training Accounts through the Employment netWork, Federal Stafford Loans, and Scholarships. Each funding source has different eligibility requirements which may cover all or part of your tuition and educational expenses. Please contact the Adult Career Center and ask to speak with a Financial Aid Coordinator or schedule an appointment at 440-774-1051, ext. 2254.

Is Child Care available?The Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center is working with The Child Garden of Oberlin (located across the street on Route 58, next to Great Clips) to offer evening child care for our students. The facility needs a minimum of 8 students enrolled in order to offer evening child care. If you are interested, contact Director Melanie Dove at 440-775-7057. The Child Garden does accept child care vouchers from the Lorain County Department of Job & Family Services.

Can you help me find a job?The Career Services Office serves as a liaison between students and the employment community. An ongoing database of available employment opportunities is maintained and made available to job seekers. Job seekers are directed to potential employment opportunities based on their skills, training and experience. Employers are encouraged to send job postings to the Career Services Office by mail or fax. Job postings can also be entered directly into our database at www.lcjvs.com under Career Services on the menu bar.

How are you accredited?Our teachers are qualified practitioners in their art of instruction with real work experience in their field and are certified by the Ohio Department of Education. The JVS Adult Career Center is accredited, affiliated and approved by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, Ohio Board of Regents, and Adult Workforce Development. The JVS Board of Education and its staff are dedicated to providing equal educational opportunities without regard to gender, race, color, creed national origin, religion, age or handicap.

Where are you located?Lorain County JVS is located at the junction of Ohio Route 58 and Ohio Route 20, just south of Oberlin.

I need help with transportation. Can you help?On the first day of class, many of our students coordinate carpool routes to help with transportation needs. If this is not an interest of yours, there are a number of highly interactive JVS courses that are available entirely over the Internet. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you.

Healthcare Medical AssistingState-of-the-Art Medical Lab!Medical Assisting is one of the fastest growing allied health careers which offers wonderful opportunities for advancement! Work in an array of high-demand areas such as physicians’ offices, outpatient clinics, laboratories and urgent care centers. Benefit from real world training with 112 non-paid, supervised clinical hours and a 160-hour externship in a local medical facility. This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) on recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Training with this program includes eligibility for the AAMA CMA Certification Examination. Gain hands-on experience and exposure to Medical Terminology, Medical Transcription, Office Procedure/Computer Skills, Medical Lab Skills, Medical Law/Ethics, Medical Software, Insurance Coding, CPR/First Aid, Basic Body Structure, Phlebotomy, Patient Assessment and Informational Interviewing. College credit is available upon successful completion of the program and passage of the CMA exam. Program cost includes CMA test and 1 uniform. Books extra. Class size limited to 25 students.

956 HOURS SEPT. 19 – MAY 319 AM – 4 PM M, T, W, TH $8,595

Certified Electronic Health Records Technician — NEW!This certification is a great career option for those who want to join the healthcare industry but prefer no hands-on care. Employment for those with experience using Electronic Health Records is expected to increase by 20 percent, much faster than the average for all occupations through 2018. This course will teach the administrative skills needed to work in the front office of a medical facility, in addition to how to assemble patients’ health information including medical history, symptoms, examination results, diagnostic tests, treatment methods, and all other healthcare provider services. Course includes management of electronic health records software, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health data requirements and standards, clinical classification and coding systems, data analysis, healthcare reimbursement methods, HIPAA and quality improvement methods. The program contains a non-paid work-based component, as well as a healthcare provider CPR certification. Students will take NHA’s Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist exam at the end of the class. Testing fees are included in tuition. Books extra. Class size limited to 20 students.

600 HOURS OCT. 24 – JUNE 194:30 – 9:30 PM M – TH $4,965

Medical OfficeThis program teaches students the basic administrative and clinical skills needed to work in the front or back office of a medical facility. The program contains a non-paid work-based component, healthcare provider CPR and NSC First Aid Certification. Students will take the NHA Certified Medical Administrative Assistant exam at the end of class. Testing fees are included in tuition. Books extra. Class size limited to 20 students.

153 HOURS AUG. 29 – JAN. 115:30 – 10 PM M, W $1,395

Phlebotomy TechnicianPhlebotomy technicians draw quality blood samples from patients or blood donors and prepare those specimens for medical testing. Many patients have phobias when it comes to blood and needles, and giving blood can be the most difficult part of an office visit. Phlebotomy technicians create an atmosphere of trust and confidence with patients while drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and reliable manner. Upon completion of this program and the NHA national exam, entry-level job opportunities are excellent at hospitals, outpatient clinics or physicians’ labs. The program includes: 120-hour Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, CPR and non-paid supervised externship. Books extra. Class size limited to 18 students.

356 HOURS OCT. 18 – FEB. 22 11 AM – 3 PM T, W, TH $2,6959 AM – 3 PM F

STNAAre you a person who has a passion for people and a dedication to caring? State Tested Nurse Aids work in both nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Our classes prepare students for entry-level positions in the healthcare field and are designed for students with or without previous medical experience. Content in our classroom and skills lab includes communication, personal care, infection control, safety, body mechanics, basic nursing and restorative care. Students learn the latest trends and practices with a hands-on approach. Books extra. Graduates of our 101-hour training course are eligible to take the Ohio STNA exam. Class size limited to 16 students.

101 HOURS OCT. 4 – DEC. 15  5 – 10 PM T, TH $895

Pharmacy TechnicianThis program prepares students for jobs in retail pharmacies, hospitals and nursing homes. You will prepare for and take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Test! Topics include: Technical Skills, Basic Pharmacology, Medical Dispensing, Office Skills, Legal Issues, Scheduling, Universal Precautions, Emergency Equipment, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical and Insurance Forms, Medical Terminology, Drug Storage, Computer Literacy, Safety Precautions and OSHA. Students participate in a work-based experience in a local pharmacy or hospital. Fee includes National Certification Test. Books extra. Class size limited to 20 students.

340 HOURS OCT. 4 – MAY 165:30 – 9:30 PM T, W, TH $2,995

Dental Assisting/RadiologyThis program prepares students for a chair-side position in a dental office. The course introduces dental anatomy, terminology, dental specialties, chair-side assisting, laboratory procedures, infection control, sterilization procedures, dental instruments and mixing dental materials. The course also offers a 7-hour initial training course for a Dental Assistant Radiographer. This is the first step towards obtaining a Dental Assistant Radiographer’s certificate in Ohio. BLS Healthcare provider CPR and First Aid and Safety included. Books extra. Must have the Hepatitis B vaccination series started. Class size limited to 18 students.

132 HOURS SEPT. 6 – JAN. 126 – 10 PM T, TH $1,095

Computerized Business TechnologyThis comprehensive office support training program provides you with a specialization in your choice of high-demand careers: Administrative Assistant, Accounting Clerk, or EHR/Medical Office. In addition to regular coursework, students participate in a 12-hour work-based experience in a local company utilizing the skills and abilities learned throughout the program. Approximately 90% of graduates gain employment in a related field or continue their education. Students can also earn the coveted Microsoft Office Specialist certification (MOS) – a globally recognized credential. Course earns college credit transferrable to local higher education institutions. Books extra. Class size limited to 20 students.

953 HOURS SEPT. 19 – JUNE 69 AM – 4 PM M, T, W, TH $6,595

Skilled Trades Precision Machine Technology ***New Lab*** Rated one of top 3 programs in the country by NIMSPlan now for a future in Tool and Die CNC, Mold Making and many other metalworking trades. This program will get you started towards a rewarding career in metalworking with the employer-preferred National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) certification. Currently, there are many positions open for skilled metalworkers in this region, and demand is expected to increase even more as the current workforce retires. This program provides hands-on experience with Machining, Blueprint Reading, GD&T, CMM, Shop Math, CNC, Tooling, Measuring, Safety, Metallurgy and Work-Based Instruction. Our program consistently connects 90-100% of its graduates to jobs in our area! Students participate in a work-based experience in a local manufacturing company and even earn college credit. Books extra. Class size limited to 20 students.

600 HOURS SEPT. 12 – JUNE 4 5:30 – 10 PM M, T, W, TH $5,595

Auto Technology A combination of classroom and hands-on training helps to prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test in certification and prepares students for employment in the repair field. Learn how to diagnose and treat Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle, Brakes, Engine Repairs, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance and Advanced Auto Engine Performance. One test included; others are extra. Books extra. Class size limited to 20 students.

600 HOURS SEPT. 12 – JUNE 4 5:30 – 10 PM M, T, W, TH $5,595

Building Trades Specialist Construction occupations require skills training and experience. The Building Trades Specialist program is a popular training program that prepares students for jobs in the building, contracting and remodeling industries. Program provides hands-on experience with Masonry, Blueprint/Math, Electricity, Carpentry, Plumbing, Heating and Air Installations, OHSA Training and Finishing. All courses combine classroom and hands-on training. Books extra. Class size limited to 20 students.

600 HOURS SEPT. 12 – JUNE 4 5:30 – 10 PM M, T, W, TH $5,995

Welding/Fabricating Come train for this in-demand field in our new high-tech welding lab! This course begins with an introduction to electric arc welding by running beads on flat, horizontal surfaces. Increase skills with further training using arc on vertical and horizontal welds and TIG and MIG in all positions. Apply these techniques to fabricating! Course includes: Safety, Fusion of Metals, Identification of Electrodes and Equipment Setup. With instructor’s approval, students will take the State Certification Test for Structural Welding (Vertical and Overhead). Books extra. Class size limited to 18 students.

180 HOURS SEPT. 19 – MARCH 14 6 – 10 PM M, W $2,895

Let’s Get to Work! Visit us online at www.lcjvs.com/adult