Program Guide
ADULT EDUCATION
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Adult Education Program Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
About Butler Tech . . . 3
CUSTOMIzED WORKPLACE TRAINING
AND ASSESSMENTS
Learning Solutions for Your Employees . . . 4FOR vETERANS
How Butler Tech Can Serve You . . . 5HEALTHCARE
Medical Assisting . . . 6Medical Billing and Coding . . . 6
ICD-10 (for Medical Billers/Coders) . . . 6
CPT Advanced Medical Coding . . . 6
Phlebotomy . . . 7
State Tested Nurse Aide . . . 7
Pharmacy Technician . . . 7
Practical Nursing . . . 7
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Advanced Manufacturing Technology . . . 8Industrial Maintenance Technology . . . 8
MSSC Certified Production Technician . . . 9
Industrial Welding . . . 9
Heating, ventilation, A/C, and Refrigeration . . . 9
PUBLIC SAFETY
Basic Police Academy . . . .10Private Security Academy . . . .10
Emergency Communications Officer . . . .10
Law Enforcement Institute . . . .10
Emergency Medical Technician . . . .11
Fire Rescue Academy . . . .11
Paramedic Academy . . . .11
Commercial Driver’s License . . . .12
Fire & EMS Courses . . . .12
First Aid/CPR/AED . . . .12
Personal Safety . . . .12
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Classes for Fun & Personal Improvement . . . .12BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Accounting . . . .13Basic Computer Classes . . . .13
Business Technology . . . .13
Language . . . .13
Leadership & Management . . . .13
Marketing & eMarketing . . . .13
Microsoft Office Specialist . . . .13
Quality & Process Improvement . . . .13
REGISTRATION
Full or Part-Time, It’s Easy! . . . .15FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Education Funding Options . . . .17Agency Sponsorships & Discounts . . . .17
Life Is What You Make It!
Butler Tech can help you
reinvent yourself. Start a new
career or develop skills for
your current occupation. With
hard work, deep commitment
and a quality education, you
will be fully prepared to further
your career and take on the
world! Every member of Butler
Tech is dedicated to making
sure students have the tools
necessary to pursue dreams
and achieve goals for a more
fulfilled life.
We believe in you and that
means something. It means
every day is an opportunity to
have the life you want.
ADULT EDUCATION
WWW.BUTLERTECH.ORG • 513.645.82001
D. Russel Lee Career- Technology Center
3603 Hamilton-Middletown Hamilton, Ohio 45011 513.645.8200 Regional Public Safety Education Complex
5140 Princeton-Glendale Rd. Hamilton, Ohio 45011 513.645.8350
Butler Tech is known for its unparalleled adult education opportunities. Our skilled instructors bring with them a wealth of real-world experience that is invaluable in helping to overcome the unique challenges our students face in today’s workplace. Our hands-on approach ensures that students really get it and stay engaged. In addition, our flexible program offerings and online classes can allow adult learners to achieve their education and career goals within a schedule that fits their lives.
n Flexible programs so students achieve goals quickly n Small class sizes for individual attention
n College credit available
n Skilled instructors – many still working in their fields of expertise n State-of-the-art facilities and equipment
n High technical skill attainment by students n Programs that include externships
n Help with interviewing skills, resumé writing, and job placement n High retention, graduation, and placement rates for students n Personal enrichment courses offered
n Customized Training options available for businesses
Butler Tech’s Mission:
Butler Tech will develop lifelong learners with marketable skills and knowledge by providing exceptional educational experiences and workforce services.
Butler Tech Adult Workforce Education is accredited through the Council on Occupational Education (COE), 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300 - Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350
For access to Butler Tech’s Adult Education Consumer Information Handbook, online catalog, and the admissions/enrollment process, visit www.butlertech.org.
TWO LEADING-EDGE FACILITIES TO SERvE YOUR EDUCATIONAL NEEDS:
ADULT EDUCATION
vETERANS
You have served our country. You have the work ethic and determination our workforce needs. Come to Butler Tech to build your technical skill set for a great
civilian career. Practical, hands-on training can be completed in less than a year for most programs.
We’ve taken steps to ensure you’ll get the veterans benefits to which you’re entitled. Meet with our Student Services Department today to see how we can serve you and help you get started on your next career!
Most of our full-time programs and some
part-time career classes are approved for:
v
vocational Rehabilitation &
Employment
v
Montgomery GI Bill
v
Post
9/11
GI Bill
v
Reserve Educational Assistance
Program (REAP)
It’s easy to get started. Fill out an application for benefits at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/ and you’ll receive a Certificate of Eligibility in the mail. Once you have this in hand, come visit us in the Student Services Department to determine what benefits you may receive. You can schedule an appointment by calling 513.645.8342.
CUSTOMIzED WORKPLACE
TRAINING AND ASSESSMENTS
At Butler Tech, we dedicate ourselves to improving your organization’s bottom line through the delivery of quality education and support services for business and industry. Our goal is to meet your unique needs and exceed your expectations through our agility and innovative approaches. Our team of specialists will focus their expertise to meet your business workforce requirements today and into the future.
We’ll help develop tailored learning solutions for your employees and start laying a foundation for your success and their futures.
Contact us today to start
boosting your bottom line!
ADULT EDUCATION OFFICE
3603 Hamilton-Middletown Rd. Hamilton, OH 45011
Phone: 513.645.8200 Fax: 513.844.8916 Toll Free: 866.665.6757
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Business and Industry
nApprenticeships - CNC - Electricity - HVAC/R - Industrial Maintenance - Manufacturing - Welding nComputer Training n MSSC
Public Safety
n Confined Space n CPR and First AidnEmergency Response Team nHazardous Materials
Awareness & Communication nSecurity
nWorkplace Safety
Healthcare
nCPT Advanced Medical Coding nHIPAA Compliance
n Medical Coding ICD-10 nOn-Site State Tested Nurse
Aide Training
Human Resource Development
n Conflict Management nGenerational Training n Sexual Harassment n Supervisor Management
Training Programs
n Workplace Violence Mitigation
Assessments
nAptitude n Behavioral
n Electrical Knowledge
nMechanical Skill
HEALTHCARE
In this fast-growing field it is imperative that today’s healthcare professionals
possess critical knowledge of both modern technologies and human care giving. Training for a job in the healthcare industry can provide a long and emotionally rewarding career. Butler Tech provides adult learners the training and hands-on experience they need to succeed as nurses, medical assistants, and health information technicians.
Medical Assisting
(900 Hours)Our full-time medical assisting program trains students in the classroom and through externship clinical experience to accurately perform administrative and clinical skills in a medical setting. Our students find jobs working closely with doctors and nurses in physicians’ offices, clinics, medical front offices, insurance companies, and medical labs.
The curriculum includes anatomy and physiology; keyboarding and Microsoft Word; law and ethics; math for the medical assistant; medical insurance; medical office procedures; medical terminology; pharmacology; first aid and CPR; employability skills, resumé writing and interviewing. Upon completion of training, students will test for the Registered Medical Assistant Certification.
Medical Billing and Coding
(606 Hours)This full-time program prepares students to become medical billing and coding professionals in the fast-growing healthcare industry. Students graduating from this program will find jobs in physicians’ offices, hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies.
A medical coder extracts information from a patient’s chart and assigns medical codes to identify procedures, diagnoses and any medical equipment as documented in the medical record. A billing professional will use those codes to accurately submit claim forms to insurance
companies; appeal payment denials; and post charges, payments, and adjustments to patient accounts.
The curriculum includes billing and reimbursement; HIPAA and ethics; medical office administration; CPT and HCPCS coding; health data structure and electronic health records; ICD-9/ICD-10-CM medical coding; medical terminology; Microsoft programs; professional practice; employability skills, resume writing and interviewing. Upon completion of the curriculum, students will test to become a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist.
Pharmacy Technician
(380 Hours)
Need a prescription for a new career? Look no further than Butler Tech’s pharmacy technician program! Pharmacy technicians review patient information and measure, mix, label, and dispense prescription medications for patients under the supervision of a pharmacist. Job opportunities are available in hospitals, medical centers, skilled nursing facilities, private pharmacies, outpatient clinics, and pharmaceutical companies.
Our curriculum includes medical terminology,
pharmacology I & II, pharmacy technician I, II, & III, pharmacy math, and dosage calculations I & II. Upon graduation from the program, students will test for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
Practical Nursing
(1,400 Hours)Many career opportunities exist for LPNs in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, hospice facilities, physicians’ offices, schools, outpatient clinics and more. Butler Tech’s full-time practical nursing program combines classroom and clinical experience to prepare students
for the challenging and rewarding opportunities in nursing. This well-respected program is approved by the Ohio Board of
Nursing.
The curriculum includes basic nursing skills, adult and pediatric health, maternal and
infant care, mental health concepts, and gerontological nursing. Once students complete their coursework, they will sit for the National Council for Licensure Exam
to become Licensed Practical Nurses. Prior to starting the practical nursing program students must have received their State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) and taken medical terminology and medical math. Heartsaver First
Aid and American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider are required prior to clinicals.
Phlebotomy
(140 Hours)
This program combines phlebotomy theory and practical application necessary to test for the Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam (CPT) and find entry-level employment in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. Students learn to explain, evaluate and collect blood samples from patients, and perform related point-of-care procedures and clerical tasks. The curriculum includes medical terminology, law and ethics, safety procedures, and employability skills. Phlebotomists work closely with patients and are required to have good communication and organizational skills.
State Tested
Nurse Aide
(79 Hours)
Nurse Aides are critical members of the healthcare team. They provide direct patient care in hospitals, long-term care and residential care centers, and other healthcare settings. Butler Tech’s State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) program is approved by the Ohio Department of Health and is required as a prerequisite to the practical nursing program. Students learn basic patient care with 16 hours completed at a clinical location.
ICD-10 (for Medical
Billers/Coders)
(60 Hours)
Offering hands-on, in-depth training, this comprehensive course will prepare students for the implementation and use of the new ICD-10 manual, and understand the guidelines to accurately apply codes for all specialties. Medical records will be used to abstract information to make coding choices for office visits, procedures, and testing. A certificate will be given upon successful completion.
CPT Advanced
Medical Coding
(75 Hours)
This advanced course teaches comprehensive Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) for Medical Coders in all specialties. The student must have completed a basic CPT coding course, or have equivalent work experience. Students will abstract from medical records and learn exact steps to correctly code high level office visits, procedures and testing. Upon successful completion the student will receive a certificate, and will be prepared to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam.
Solid industrial skills continue to be in high demand in our region. Whether you are looking to jump-start your career
in industrial technology or gain short-term training for career enhancement, our full- and part-time courses will help you meet your career goals. Butler Tech offers full-time programs in Advanced Manufacturing; Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration; Industrial Maintenance, and Industrial Welding. Each of these programs equips students to achieve professional certifications.
In addition, Butler Tech offers specialized part-time training classes in AC Drives, AC/DC Circuit Analysis, CNC Operator, Industrial Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Pumps; Intro to Electricity, Intro to Metrology, Machine Trades, MSSC Certified Production Technician, Mechanical Drives, Motor Controls, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Preventive Maintenance, Steam Plant Operations, Intro to Welding, and more. Sign-up for a stand-alone class if you need to update your skills or if you’re ready to broaden your knowledge in new areas.
Advanced Manufacturing Technology
(864 Hours)
This full-time program uniquely combines the latest instructions in high-speed and complex automation processes to help fill the skills gap for today’s factories. Students are equipped to achieve professional certifications to meet the demands of changing technologies for Ohio’s leading manufacturers.
This program builds on the foundation of the MSSC CPT stackable certificate modules: Safety; Quality Practices & Measurement; Manufacturing Processes & Production; and Maintenance Awareness. This course blends online learning modules, instructor-led lessons, and hands-on labs. The curriculum includes automation systems and robotics, machining technology, welding technology, industrial controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), industrial electricity, industrial fluid power, and industrial mechanics. Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) students will prepare to test and receive certification as a Certified Production Technician.
Industrial Maintenance Technology
(936 Hours)
Industrial maintenance occupations continue to experience a high demand for trained individuals. For those interested in working with their minds as well as their hands, this field offers challenge and reward. In our labs, students practice troubleshooting and gain important knowledge to become industrial maintenance technicians, electrical maintenance technicians, or mechanical maintenance technicians.
This full-time program’s curriculum includes AC/DC solid state drives; industrial electricity; motor control wiring and troubleshooting; programmable logic controllers; fluid power; mechanical maintenance; process control systems; and single and three-phase motor systems. Students prepare and test for the following industry credentials issued by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER): Core Certification and Industrial Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation
Certifications Levels 1, 2, 3, & 4.
Industrial Welding
(624 Hours)
Because of its strength, welding is used to construct and repair bridges, skyscrapers, ships, automobiles, spacecraft, medical equipment, and thousands of other manufactured products that make modern society viable. This full-time program provides a solid foundation in theory and practice for a career where welding is an important component.
The curriculum includes flux core arc welding
(FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), oxyfuel cutting (OFC), plasma arc cutting (PAC), air carbon arc cutting (ACAC), and shop safety.
Students who complete the program will gain the knowledge and skills to test for the following industry credentials: AWS D 1.1 Structural Certifications (3-G and 4-G), NCCER Core Curriculum, NCCER Welding Level 1 and 2, and OSHA 10.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration
(648 Hours)
Butler Tech students are taught current skills necessary to thrive in the demanding, high-tech field of commercial
and residential heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. This full-time program’s
classes are a combination of lecture and hands-on training that allow the student to gain
practical experience. The curriculum includes complete systems repair, installation, schematic reading, electrical theory, refrigerant handling, systems diagnostics, and wiring and controls. Both day and evening classes are available.
Students prepare and test for the following certifications: EPA 608, R410a, OSHA 30, and
the Industry Competency Exam (ICE).
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INDUSTRIAL TECH
The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council’s (MSCC) Certified
Production Technician (CPT) course is an industry led training, assessment, and certification system focused on the core skills and knowledge needed by the nation’s front-line manufacturing production workers.
Butler Tech’s CPT program consists of five individual, stackable certificate modules: Safety; Quality Practices & Measurement; Manufacturing Processes
& Production; Maintenance Awareness; and Green Production (new - optional). CPT certification will be awarded to students who pass the first four modules of the program.
Our program is offered in our state-of-the-art facility, in a blended learning atmosphere, delivered using both instructor-led and online courses that are media rich and engage students while teaching important concepts about manufacturing.
Butler Tech’s goal is to raise the level of performance of production workers to assist you in finding higher wage jobs, whether entry-level or as an incumbent worker. We teach the core technical competencies based on industry defined and federally endorsed standards that are needed in all sectors of manufacturing for the 21st century.
MSSC
Certified
Production Technician
(140 Hours)
Emergency
Communications
Officer
(40 Hours)
Butler Tech’s five-day Emergeny Communications Officer (911
Dispatcher) program trains emergency service operators to receive and process emergency calls in police departments, fire departments, airports and other agencies that require emergency response.
Law Enforcement
Institute
The Butler Tech Law Enforcement Institute offers specialized courses
and customized training for police officers, court personnel, private security companies, social service professionals and individuals from the public sector who have an interest in the criminal justice system and law enforcement. Our instructors bring a wealth of experience with an average of twenty years in the field.
The Ohio Peace Officer Training Organization recognizes Butler Tech’s Law Enforcement Institute as an official training site.
PUBLIC SAFETY
No matter what situation you go into, Butler Tech will have you prepared. That’s why we’ve worked hard to develop the most trusted public safety training program in Ohio. Butler Tech offers students state-of-the-art instruction and training facilities along with multi-media classrooms, an indoor twenty-lane firing range, physical fitness facilities, computerized firearms, driving simulators, and a 5 1/2 acre asphalt driving range.
Basic Police Academy
(680 Hours)If the words “to protect and serve” echo in your head as you think about a new career, our Police Academy can take you to the front lines of law enforcement in Ohio. Butler Tech’s Basic Police Academy is an approved Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy and our full-time program is one of the top in the state.
Our instructors are recognized experts in local, county, state and federal law enforcement and we challenge our students to meet high academic and physical demands. The Basic Police Academy teaches through real-life scenarios and hands-on instruction. At graduation, students have the experience to serve in a variety of law enforcement professions such as police officer, deputy sheriff, state agent, state investigator, and park ranger, and will qualify to test for the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission Certification.
Students must be at least 20 1/2 years old at the start of the academy and must meet with an academy coordinator before registering for the program.
Private Security Academy
(160 Hours)
This class provides students with the knowledge and skills to become a security officer. The curriculum includes the role of private security, overview of the legal system, criminal law, laws of arrest, search and seizure, public relations, unarmed self-defense, dealing with special needs persons, report writing, physical security, first aid/CPR, retail security, personnel security, crime prevention, fire safety, and patrol techniques. After completion of the program, students will test for the State of Ohio certification exam.
Fire Rescue Academy
(626 Hours)Skilled and uniquely dedicated people serve Ohio’s communities as fire rescue personnel. If you have the passion and interest to make a difference as a firefighter, Butler Tech’s Fire Rescue Academy will prepare you for this rewarding and challenging career. Our experienced faculty leads intensive study in fire, EMS, technical rescue, emergency
vehicle operation, and hazardous materials incidents.
Training at our state-of-the-art Regional Public Safety Education Complex includes up to 40 hours of live fire training. Butler Tech offers the only evening fire rescue academy in Ohio. A day program is available, as well. Graduates will test for the following certifications: State Fire Levels I & II, Emergency Medical Technician, Rope Rescue Technician, Hazardous Materials Technician, Confined Space Rescue, and Emergency Vehicle Operation.
Paramedic Academy
(1,000 Hours)As the highest level of pre-hospital care, paramedics play an essential role as part of the professional healthcare team. Utilizing the current national standards, this Butler Tech program will allow you to develp the knowledge and expertise to make a difference in patients’ lives and move your career to new heights. Butler Tech
prepares students with a challenging program that combines classroom and laboratory instruction with a solid hospital and field externship. Classroom topics cover anatomy and physicology, pathophysiology, medical terminology, patient assessment, medical trauma emergencies, and advanced care. Time outside the classroom will be spent in various settings like hopsital emergency rooms, fire departments, labor and delivery, and dispatch.
Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to test for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians to become certified in the state of Ohio. Employment opportunities are available with fire departments, private ambulance services, hospital emergency rooms, and blood banks.
This firefighter friendly program is on a unit-based class schedule. Prerequisites include a high school diploma/GED, WorkKeys, Anatomy and Physiology for the Paramedic Student, and a State of Ohio EMT Certification.
Emergency Medical
Technician
(180 Hours)
An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is on the front line of pre-hospital care. Fire departments, rescue squads, private ambulance companies, and corporate entities use the services of the EMT to render first aid and emergency medical care while at the scene of an emergency and during transport to a hospital. Typically, an EMT is one of the first responders on the scene and will assess the nature and extent of the injuries or illness, provide the appropriate emergency care, and determine transportation needs. EMTs manage airway and breathing problems, control bleeding, treat shock, and more as they stabilize patients prior to transporting them to medical facilities. This course is designed for the individual who wants to become an EMT or obtain his/her EMT Certification as a prerequisite to attending the Paramedic Academy. Classroom and hands-on training experiences prepare students for this certification. They will receive training in CPR, EMS operations, management of medical and trauma emergencies, and many other topics. This program meets the State of Ohio Emergency Medical Technician requirements.
Other Public Safety Offerings
Fire and EMS Courses
Part-time classes are available for volunteer firefighters and Ohio Level I and Level II Firefighters as well as a Fire and EMS First Responder program. We also offer a NEW RN to Paramedic program, Anatomy and Physiology, Confined Space Rescue Technician, Hazardous Material Technician, Rope Rescue Technician and more.
First Aid/CPR/AED
Butler Tech offers a variety of American Heart Association courses that cover first aid, CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training. Some courses are targeted to healthcare professionals while others are geared to day care workers, lifeguards, school employees, and foster parents. Class offerings are available online. Skills checks for re-certifications can be scheduled by calling 513.645.8350.
Personal Safety
Those who are concerned about their personal safety can take advantage of several classes at Butler Tech including Concealed Carry (CCW), Firearms for Beginners, and Protecting Your Home & Family.
BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
To be successful in today’s market, you must possess leading-edge skills, confidence and the ability to make critical decisions. At Butler Tech, managers, employees and entrepreneurs gain a competitive edge through courses in management, technology, leadership and communication. If you’re in search of a new job, make yourself more marketable by brushing up on skills and learning new ones.
Accounting
Introduction to basic balance sheet, accounts receivable, assets versus liabilities, profit and loss, costs of service versus gross profit, and more.
Basic Computer Classes
Learn the basics of the Windows Operating System and how to get around on your computer or take classes to become proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced courses are offered.
Business Technology
Many different types of courses are available. Learn about topics such as cyber security, designing webinars, Google Analytics, Twitter, Facebook for business, and more. Many of these courses are offered online and can be taken at your convenience.
Language
Get practical language skills for acquiring information from Spanish-speaking employees and customers in a number of industries.
Leadership & Management
Training is available to provide insight into the characteristics, knowledge and skills needed to become a successful entrepreneur and business owner. Courses range from Entrepreneur Boot Camp to Managing Generations in the Workplace. Many of these courses are offered online.
Marketing & eMarketing
Take online courses to learn more about topics such as email promotions, boosting website traffic, online advertising, mobile marketing, integrating social media, and video marketing.
Microsoft Office Specialist
Become a certified Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and receive certification in the following software programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Certification training for the individual software programs is available, as well. Total course is 240 hours which includes 30 hours of training to become a Certified Business Professional (CBP™) in customer service.
Quality & Process Improvement
Choose from courses to improve your work environment and productivity from Exceptional Customer Service to LEAN/Six Sigma.
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Commercial Driver’s License
(Class A, 200 Hours/Class B, 120 Hours)Professional truck driving is a career that has maintained positive growth over the past decade. In a time when many jobs are being outsourced to foreign countries, trucking remains a strong, stable industry. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) prepares students to work as a local or regional delivery driver (Class B) or over-the-road, short and long-haul driver (Class A).
Training will combine both classroom and behind-the-wheel experiences at Butler Tech’s state-of-the-art facilities including interactive driving simulators, integrated classrooms with SMART Boards, and a five and a half acre on-site asphalt driving range. Students will learn on current model equipment comprised of multiple day-cab and sleeper tractors, 53 and 45 foot trailers and box trucks.
Both programs are approved by the Ohio Board of Regents, taught by experienced instructors, and have a small student to instructor ratio. Full-time evening courses, part-time CDL refresher courses, and CDL B-to-A Advancement courses are also available.
PERSONAL
ENRICHMENT
In life, it’s never too late to learn something new. At Butler Tech, our adult education programs include classes in foreign languages, digital photography, computer skills, group guitar lessons, and
much more. Our instructors make learning fun and easy, and our courses are priced reasonably. Many classes are available online, so you can continue to grow on your own schedule!
• Concealed Carry
• Conversational Spanish
• Digital Photography
• Disaster Preparation
• Group Guitar Instruction
• Personal Safety
• Small Engine Repair
• Social Media classes
Register today!
FULL- OR PART-TIME – IT’S FAST & EASY!
Register Online:
visit www.butlertech.org for more information on classes and programs. Online registration is available for all part-time classes.Payment:
Cash, check, vISA and MasterCard are accepted for course payment. Financial aid may be available for full-time programs for those who qualify. Please allow several weeks for processing.
REGISTRATION
Register In Person:
D. Russel Lee Career - Technology Center Adult Workforce Education Office 3603 Hamilton-Middletown Road, Hamilton, OH 45011
Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full-Time Programs:
A full-time program is any course that is 600 hours or more in duration. These programs require WorkKeys Pre-Entrance Assessments prior to admission and are eligible for financial aid for those who qualify. Public Safety programs require a pre-admission interview. Our Career Counselor is available to help with course questions and decisions. Our Student Services representative can also assist you with financial aid and payment questions. Call 513.645.8200 for general questions or to schedule an appointment with either of these individuals.
Part-Time Classes:
Register either by walk-in, online, phone or fax. Phone: 513.645.8200
FAX: 513.844.8916
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites vary per program and are outlined online at www.butlertech.org or in our weekly Information Sessions. FREE classes in GED and WorkKeys preparation, basic computer skills, study skills, career readiness, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) are available through Butler Tech’s Adult Basic Literacy Education (ABLE) program. Call 513.420.4520 for more information.
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
No setbacks. No excuses. Federal financial aid can be applied to all full-time programs at Butler Tech – Advanced Manufacturing Technology; Basic Police Academy; Fire Rescue Academy; Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration; Industrial
Maintenance Technology; Industrial Welding; Medical Assisting; Medical Billing and Coding; Paramedic Academy; and Practical Nursing. Don’t let anything hold you back.
FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS INCLUDE:
Pell Grants
Pell Grants are provided based on need. They do not have to be repaid.
Direct Loans
Subsidized and unsubsidized loans are available for students who are eligible. Repayment usually begins six months after you leave school.
PLUS Loans
PLUS Loans are for parents of dependent students only. They are not need-based. Repayment begins while the student is still in school. The maximum loan amount may not exceed the total cost of attendance less any other aid to be received.
OTHER FUNDING OPTIONS INCLUDE:
Agency Sponsorships
Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP), Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) [formally BVR], OhioMeansJobs Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Easter Seals Youth Opportunities Program (YOP), Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), and Veterans Benefits.
Discounts
Discounts are available for Butler Tech Associate School and ABLE graduates, Early Bird applications, and Refer-a-Friend savings. Other payment options may be available through the Student Services office. Contact: 513.645.8205 for details.
Not ready to sign up yet?
Call Supports to Encourage Low-income Families (SELF) to see if one of their programs is right for you. They help you gain basic skills and save money with incentives to set you up for success. For more information call: 513.868.9300 or e-mail [email protected]
