1. Vocational Educational Training Programs for Persons With Learning Supports

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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)

15. 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

16. 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)

17. 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

18. 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

19. 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

20. Thank you. Questions?