– Our Professionalism Workshop is prerequisite for all Professional Development Center tracks. Course topics include: Behavior in the Workplace; Resume and Cover Letter Development; Job Interview Skills, Attire, and Conduct; Job Search and Research Skills.

– Shop Math Review is a prerequisite for our Advanced Manufacturing programs. Brush up your fraction, decimal, and basic geometry, algebra and trigonometry skills before you enter your training.

– Adult Basic Education classes and an online study program help you obtain your GED. Students attending classes are eligible for a voucher that helps cover the cost of the test.

Students will gain clinical experience in working with the elderly, the mentally ill, and the disabled. The course runs for 30 days and upon completion, students will have the knowledge and skills needed to obtain employment in the health care industry.

Students will be trained in observation skills, monitoring vital signs, body mechanics, communication skills, infection control, care of pressure ulcers, disease process/disorders, restorative nursing, safety, and the state survey process. After completing the required classroom and clinical hours necessary for certification, students can test at our site and have access to job placement assistance.

Students may be eligible for tuition assistance through the Mahoning Valley Partnership for Employment grant program.

Welding

The training program will provide:
•Basic Welding – Basic welding skills and prerequisite for Advanced Welding
•Advanced Welding – Advanced pipe welding / TIG welding

Machining

This program is offered through MVPE partner, Eastern Gateway Community College.
Basic machining is taught in four units over a ten week period:
• Unit 1: NIMS – Measurements, Materials, and OSHA 10
• Unit 2: Manual Milling and Turning Certification
• Unit 3: CNC Turning
• Unit 4: CNC Milling

 
This class is a prerequisite for all Professional Development Center tracks. Course topics include: Behavior in the Workplace; Resume and Cover Letter Development; Job Interview Skills, Attire, and Conduct; Job Search and Research Skills.

Adult Basic Education

Adult Basic Education classes and an online study program help you obtain your GED. Students attending classes are eligible for a voucher that helps cover the cost of the test.