Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports

Environmental Services/Janitorial Food Service Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports Indoor/Outdoor Building Maintenance Program Environmental Services/Janitorial Food Service Nursing Assistant Training Program/ Health Care Technician

We Serve Referrals From Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports We Serve Referrals From BH/ID, D&A, and ADD Stabilized Schizophrenia Learning Disabled Hearing & Speech Impaired Office of Vocational Rehabilitation High Schools Parents BH/ID Agencies Specialty Agencies Community Agencies

Student contacts their funding agency Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports Referral Process Student contacts their funding agency Student tours the training site Schedule appointment for an interview CCAC staff works with the referral agency to ensure the student’s acceptance & success

Vocational Educational Training Programs Similarities Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports Vocational Educational Training Programs Similarities Register as Full Time or Part Time Student 2 Semesters (30 weeks) Begin in Fall (Mid-August) or Spring (Mid-January) Semester Skill Classes are Monday thru Thursday (8:30 am to 2:30 pm) Employment Classes are Friday (9:00 am to 12 noon) Theory and Hands-on Training Student Evaluations Mid-Term and Final Pass/Fail Grades Free Transportation from Downtown Pittsburgh to Training Sites Use of Library, Co-Curricular and Fitness Area Graduation with all Traditional and Vocational CCAC students

Develop Employment and Job Readiness Skills Application Preparation Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports Develop Employment and Job Readiness Skills Resume Development Job Search Linkage Application Preparation Interviewing Skills Proper Work Ethics Student Portfolios

FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY PROGRAM Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY PROGRAM

Plant Production & Care Indoor/Outdoor Building Maintenance Program Hands-on training to become successful in the Interior and Exterior Building Maintenance Field Develop skills and trained in Plant Production & Care Indoor & Outdoor Building Maintenance and Safety Mowing/Mulching/Pruning/Planting Overall Landscape Maintenance Total Room Cleaning Basic Skills Floor Care Basic Interior Restoration

Indoor/Outdoor Building Maintenance Program Hands-on training to become successful in the Interior and Exterior Building Maintenance Field Training Sites Sewickley Creek Greenhouse CCAC North Campus Off-Site Field Trips

Environmental Services/Janitorial Practical training to develop skills from simple cleaning to advanced floor care. Develop skills in Develop knowledge in the use of equipment Room Cleaning Sanitation Window & Wall Cleaning Stripping & Floor Finish Carpet Shampooing Industrial Vacuum Single Rotary High Speed Buffer Burnisher Carpet Extractor

Environmental Services/Janitorial Practical training to develop skills from simple cleaning to advanced floor care. Trained in understanding and applying PA Right to Know Law OSHA Guidelines Work Organization Worker Safety Good Judgment/Decision Making Usage of Chemicals & Supplies and MSDS

Food Service Hot and Cold Food Preparation Inventory Baking Skills Practical application and academic training on running a full service cafeteria and catering operation. Hands on Experience Skills Developed and Trained in Hot and Cold Food Preparation Inventory Baking Skills Use of Equipment Culinary Terms Serving . Customer Service Communication Employee Responsibility Worker Safety Sanitation

Annual Farmers Market and Many Opportunities for Catering Events Food Service Practical application and academic training on running a full service cafeteria and catering operation. Annual Farmers Market and Many Opportunities for Catering Events

Nursing Assistant Training Program Primary Focus on the Care of the Elderly Program Admission Requirements Students Receive Theory on Act 34 Clearance Physical and 2-step TB test 5th Grade Reading and/or Comprehension Level (State Test Requirements) Lift 50 lbs. HS diploma/GED Work independently Good judgment Problem solving Work ethic Follow multi-step directions Good attendance Good communication skills Death & Dying Communication Skills Infection Control Residents’ Rights First Aid Certification AED (Automated External Defibrillator) CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation)

Nursing Assistant Training Program Primary Focus on the Care of the Elderly 23 Developed Skills Clinical Experience Vital signs Bed baths Meal assistance Blood pressure Care of the geriatric client Cleaning/Vacuuming Meal Planning Laundry Client Care Client Activities 88 hours of training Supervised by an RN and LPN Perfect attendance is required

Health Care Technician Primary Focus on Working with the Elderly in Personal Care or Assisted Living Facilities Practicum Experience Volunteer Experience 5 to 6 weeks training at an assisted living facility Evaluated by practicum supervisor and CCAC staff Obtain volunteer position with similar employment skills Career Job Matching Students can be certified in CPR and First Aid AED (Automated External Defibrillator)

Practicum and Job Placement Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports Practicum and Job Placement Employer site close to home - Job matching 4 to 6 weeks non-paid or paid CCAC follow-up visits and evaluations Gainful experience and employment

Hospitals Colleges/Schools Nursing Homes Museums Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports Vocational Education Students have found successful Employment in places such as Hospitals Colleges/Schools Nursing Homes Museums Personal Care Homes Camps Restaurants Restoration Companies Catering Cemeteries Hotels Public Recreational Facilities Cruise Ships Grocery/Bakery Stores

Successful Results Students who complete one of the programs receive: Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports Successful Results Students who complete one of the programs receive: CCAC Certificate and attend Graduation 85% Career Placement Employment (part-time or full time with benefits) Financial Independence Contributing member to the community Improved self-esteem and self-fulfillment

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