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College for Technical Education
Instruction at the College for Technical Education (CTE) has been designed to ensure the success of each trainee. We use the principles of a nationally recognized model that has been noted by several national publications, including the Wall Street Journal and Training Magazine. CTE and its replication sites now train over 7,000 people per year in 28 skills in 31 locations from coast to coast. CTE is also accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

There are no pre-requisites for entering the CTE program except the desire to learn. This allows students with varying abilities to enter the program. The concept is coupled with individualized, self-paced instructions that allow you to progress as quickly or as slowly as you need. Finally, CTE is an open entry/open exit program with variable course length, which further allows each student to progress at his or her own pace and to graduate at different times with the same amount of knowledge.

Our program curriculums were designed and are updated as necessary to meet the specific needs of private sector employers.

CTE relies on a variety of funding sources including the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Workforce Investment Act and student tuition. Federal financial assistance is available to qualified students.

Administrative Assistant
The College for Technical Education has designed its Administrative Assistant class to prepare trainees for positions as Clerk-Typists, Data Entry Clerks, Receptionists, Secretaries, Administrative Assistants, and Word Processor/ Machine Operators.

You will learn about the different types of filing systems as well as business-related math and English. You'll also get hands-on experience in computers, and extensive work in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management utilizing the Microsoft Office Software Package. Participants also learn basic office accounting functions including payroll and payroll related functions, accounts payable/receivable, and billing. The program concludes with intensive receptionist and general office skills training. In addition, you will perform exercises that duplicate the actual work environment.

Building & Maintenance Technician
Not everyone wants to work in an office setting and wear office apparel. For the individual that desires a different atmosphere, CTE offers the Building & Maintenance Technician class. This class offers you the opportunity to learn the basics of maintaining a building inside and out. Students are trained to become maintenance technicians, plumbers, carpenters, and electricians' helpers. Through hands-on experience you will learn tool identification and proper usage of power tools, maintenance machinery, maintenance vocabulary, related English and math, and general safety techniques. Once the focus shifts from the text portion of training, you will learn to read basic blueprints for carpentry and electrical wiring, how to design containers and to work with wood. Trainees learn techniques in the following:

Carpentry: Use of hand tools, hand power tools, and table saws. Trainees will also be instructed in framing, drywall, flooring, doors, hardware, and proper wood finishing techniques.
Electrical: Wiring switches, receptacles, 110 circuits, 220 circuits, and troubleshooting techniques.
Plumbing: Basic principles and repairs of tubs, sinks, fixtures, drains, and piping. They will learn to troubleshoot clogs, and learn ceramic tile installation and repair.
Exterior Maintenance: Gutter repair, roof leaks (inside and out), siding repair, painting and paint preparation.
Appliance Repair: Techniques in troubleshooting circuits, mechanical repairs of washers, dryers, stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, and water heaters (gas and electric).
Ground Maintenance: Learn curb appeal, cleanup, cutting and trimming shrubs, proper use of blowers, chain saws and other related equipment.
HVAC: Learn basic components operations and troubleshooting techniques in both heating and air conditioning.

Food and Hospitality Professional
The service industry has many opportunities for professional growth. These courses will help you learn the fundamentals of restaurant operations and prepare for a dynamic career that can take you around the world. In this program, you will:

Acquire the fundamentals of culinary arts
Combine creativity and technology
Learn how to sauté, grill and other restaurant essentials
Work and learn in a hands-on, professional kitchen environment
Master the preparation of gourmet foods, made-to-order items and the fundamentals of large-scale catering events
Gain a comprehensive knowledge of kitchen processes and food management techniques essential in any competitive food service environment

Retail Store Management
Another fast growing segment of the service industry is Retail Store Management. Participants in this program must be outgoing, have an interest in serving others and possess attention to detail. You will learn the fundamentals of the business while receiving hands-on training in our new retail store.

Those who graduate from this class will be experienced and have a good understanding of retail processes, including merchandising and inventory, purchasing and receiving, management functions and customer service.

Job Preparedness & Placement
At the College for Technical Education, our trainees' diplomas are their first paychecks. However, between vocational training and actual placement there is one important step, job preparation.

In the job preparation portion of training you learn a variety of valuable tools that will help in your present job search as well as future endeavors. Trainees are given instruction in identifying marketable skills and talents, creating a resume, and completing applications for employment.

Phase two of job prep teaches you how to conduct an effective job search, including how and where to look for positions and how to set an interview appointment.

Phase three teaches effective interviewing skills. You will learn to communicate your skills and talents to a potential employer, appropriate dress for an interview, professional behavior in an interview setting, effective management of a salary discussion and interview follow-up techniques.

The final phase of job preparedness covers what you need to know once you have a job. These include what to expect the first day of work, how to dress, appropriate questions to ask, and relative information with respect to your new job and how it will affect your benefits. The job preparedness portion of training prepares CTE trainees for the ultimate goal of the program: A JOB!