CHERRY CREEK SCHOOLS
Career &
Technical
Education
2016-2017
Course Catalog
www.cherrycreekschools.org/CTE/pages
Many
of the
courses
Cherry
Creek CTE
offer are
“Concurrent
Enrollment”
courses.
The following are
answers to frequently
asked questions about
this program:
Enrollment Process
Step 1:
Gather all relevant information via course
catalogs, brochures, phone calls, emails and meetings.
Step 2:
Complete an application for admission. This
application may be found at:
www.cherrycreekschools.org/CTE/Pages
or at each
high school counseling office. If you do not have an
application and would like one, please call
720.554.4551
.
Step 3:
Take completed application to the home
high school counselor and discuss.
Step 4:
Counselors send in completed applications
to the Cherry Creek CTE office no later than
March 4,
2016
. Late applications will be accepted based upon
availability.
Course times are based on current information
and are subject to change.
Concurrent
Enrollment
Registration Information
About Cherry Creek
Career & Technical
Education
The Cherry Creek School District Career and
Tech-nical Education (CTE) programs are pleased to offer
the highest quality programs to meet both college
and workplace standards. The CTE Building is located
on the northwest side of the Cherry Creek High School
Campus.
Courses at Pickens Technical College and some
select out-of-district programs are also available (see
next pages). All CTE programs require an application.
Students interested in any of the CTE courses listed in
this catalog are encouraged to obtain information by
contacting the CTE office:
Cherry Creek School District
Career and Technical Education
9150 E. Union Avenue
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
720.554.4551
Q: What is the Concurrent Enrollment Program?
A:CCSD students receive both high school credit and college credit for Concurrent Enrollment classes. Students begin build-ing a college transcript while they complete their high school graduation requirements. Stu-dents must receive a grade of C or better to receive transferable college credit.
Q: What’s the cost?
A:Tuition is paid by Cherry Creek Schools and the College Opportunity Fund (That’s over $250 savings per class!).
Q: What is COF (College Opportunity Fund)?
A:All students must apply for COF. The COF stipend pays a portion of a student’s tuition. All students must complete an
application for the College Op-portunity Fund (COF) at: https:// cof.college-assist.org. Q: Am I eligible for the Concurrent Enrollment Program?
A:High school students can take Concurrent Enrollment classes.
Q: Is this right for me? Will my credits transfer?
A:The Concurrent Enrollment Program creates options for students still in high school. It prepares students for the rigor and culture of college. Students build a college transcript while still in high school. Students may transfer their college credits to any two or four-year college or university. Check with the accepting institution for credit acceptance.
Concurrent Enrollment
**Concurrent Enrollment college credit is subject to course and teacher approval and completion of all required registration steps by the majority of the class within the designated semester deadline. Courses may be subject to cancellation for Concurrent Enrollment college credit due to unforeseen changes.
Application Due:
March 4, 2016
Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education
Course Descriptions
FASHION DESIGN 1 & 2
OPEN TO GRADES:
11, 12
LENGTH:
1 Year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$10/Semester
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIME:
Ames Facility (Littleton Public Schools)
7:30-9:30 am – T and Th
Fashion Design is a year-long career pathway program introducing students to the many facets of the fashion design industry and how they are integrated with Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Students begin the semester looking at textiles, studying fabrics and sur-face design. Students complete a career project/display board as they ex-plore the range of career pathways within the fashion industry. Next we study the history of American fashion starting in the 1920’s. The elements and principles of design as they relate to fashion are examined along with fashion trends, drawing, basic garment silhouettes, and construction de-tails. Basic garment construction is also integrated with a sewing project.
During second semester, students will explore the marketing and merchandising side of fashion. The fashion capitals of the world are exam-ined revealing the global perspective of the industry. Textile fibers are also studied. Next, students take a fashion product from concept to consumer, prototyping their product, and creating a design portfolio representing their knowledge of the design process. The fashion cycle, advanced cloth-ing construction, and green design are also explored.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I
OPEN TO GRADES:
10, 11, 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
OVERLAND HS: 1:06-2:45 B Days M, T, Th, F
W 1:16 - 2:45
SMOKY HILL HS: 12:55-2:30 B/Green Days M, T, Th, F
W 1:05-2:30
This course teaches the principles and fundamentals of automo-tive systems and the safe use of hand and power tools, instruments, and test equipment. A full year of study involves the following sys-tems: cooling, power train, brakes, lubrication, alignment, starting/ charging, electrical, ignition, fuel, and suspension systems. Emphasis is placed on safe working practices, preventive maintenance, basic trouble shooting/diagnosis, and tune-up procedures. These will take place through classroom and laboratory learning experiences..
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II
OPEN TO GRADES:
11, 12
LENGTH:
1 Year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$50
PREREQUISITES:
Automotive Technology I
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
SMOKY HILL HS: 7:10-10:27 B/Green Days M, T, Th, F
W 7:45-10:42
OVERLAND HS: 1:06-2:45 A Days M, T, Th, F
W 1:16-2:45
ARAPAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE: (with CTE Coordinator
Approval)
A NATEF certified course for those students interested in the auto mechanics field. It is an in-depth study of the design, maintenance and repair of the automobile. Engine performance and electronics will be highlighted in this class. This course aligns with the Colorado Com-munity College courses ASE 123 Automotive Electrical and ASE 150 Automotive U-Joint & Axle services.
TEACHER CADET
OPEN TO GRADE:
11, 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATION/TIMES:
Overland HS: 1:05 – 2:45 A Days
M, T, Th, F 1:15 – 2:45 W
The Teacher Cadet program is an innovative program that intro-duces high school students to the teaching profession. Students will explore the learner, the school, and the role of the teacher through exciting hands-on activities, guest speakers, field trips, 50 hours of both classroom and other school observations, job shadowing, and coop-erative learning situations.
During second semester, students will participate in an extended field experience in which the cadets will work closely with a coopera-tive teacher for 8-10 weeks. The cadet will be immersed in the class-room experience by helping students one-on-one or in large groups, plan lessons, grade, create, and teach. This rewarding experience will also help cadets earn hours for education programs at the college level. Each cadet will work on a portfolio throughout the entire year. Additional Teacher Cadet Application required
Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education
Course Descriptions
INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
OPEN TO GRADES:
9-12
LENGTH:
Semester
CREDITS:
.5
FEES:
$20
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
OHS/IST Bldg: 8:56-10:35 B Days M, T, Th, F, 9:26-10:55 W
10:43-12:59 B Days M, T, Th, F, 11:24 -1:19 W
Grandview HS: To be determined
This course will provide an introduction to the aviation and aero-space industry and provide an entry level examination of aviation ca-reer opportunities. Students will explore the concepts and principles of aviation and delve into general practices of the aerospace field. Areas of study are aviation history, pilot training, airplane structure, engines, basic aerodynamics, flight environment, airports, aviation weather, and navigation. In addition, the course exposes the student to the history of manned space flight.
AVIATION FUNDAMENTALS (CE)
OPEN TO GRADE:
11- 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$120
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATION/TIMES:
Metro State University South Metro
Campus - 1:20 - 3:00 A Days
Aviation Fundamentals, in a partnership with Metro State Univer-sity Aviation and Aerospace, includes a study of the airplane and its components, aerodynamics, basic aircraft systems, the airport envi-ronment, air traffic control procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, the basic elements of air navigation including radio navigation, and a review of aviation weather. This college level course is taught by a Metro State University professor and prepares the student for taking the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Knowledge Ex-amination. Students will be enrolled in the 6 credit hour Metro State University course Aviation Fundamentals (AES 1100). Students will need to provide their own transportation to the Metro State University South Metro campus. Additional application materials and qualifying scores are required.
AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
OPEN TO GRADES:
10-12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$20
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
GRANDVIEW HS: 1:05 - 2:45 A Days M, T, Th, F 1:15-2:45 W
OHS/IST Bldg: 7:10 – 8:49 B Days M, T, Th, F, 7:50 – 9:19 W
SMOKY HILL HS: 12:55-2:30 B Days M, T,Th, F, 1:05-2:30 B Days W
Aviation Technology helps students understand and appreciate all of the facets of the Aviation careers and Aerospace industries of to-day. Topics range from how to achieve a private pilot license to careers at NASA. Former students are currently employed in careers such as air traffic controllers, airline and military pilots, and aircraft mechan-ics. Instruction includes lecture, discussion, and computer-based flight simulator programs. This course introduces topics necessary for the FAA Private Pilot Exam. The class also participates in various field trips to places such as Peterson Air Force Base, Centennial Airport, NORAD, and the United Airlines Training flight simulator. An aviation club is also associated with the class.
CAREERCONNECTIONS
OPEN TO GRADES:
11, 12
LENGTH:
Semester
CREDITS:
.5
FEES:
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
To be determined
CareerConnections is a program designed to connect at-risk students with career pathways by partnering with businesses in the community. Through experiences including job readiness training, job tours, job shadowing, career days and internships, students will have the opportunity to explore career pathways and develop work readiness skills.
Goals:
1. Place students in career pathway experiences 2. Prepare students for the workforce
3. Locate entry level job opportunities for high school students approaching graduation
4. Expose students to post high school training in their career interest area
5. Partner with Denver Metro employers to provide work ready employees
EVENT INDUSTRY
OPEN TO GRADES:
12
LENGTH:
1 Semester
CREDITS:
.5
FEES:
$120
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
PREREQUISITE:
None
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Endeavor Academy 5:30 pm – 8:15 pm Tuesdays
This course presents an overview of the major segments of event industry: meetings, expositions, events, and conventions. The role of the event plan-ner, whose responsibilities include planning, organizing, directing, and controlling various types of events and meetings will be reviewed. Students will learn how cities like Denver attract large numbers of people for conventions and trade shows, the importance of meetings and events, as well as the value of professional relationships with industry.
This college level course is taught by a Metro State University professor and aligns with the Metro State University course Event Industry HTE 2010. Students accepted to MSUD and who successfully complete the course may earn 3 MSUD credits.
Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education
Course Descriptions
COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
OPEN TO GRADES:
10, 11, 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
2
FEES:
$75
COURSE LENGTH:
1 year
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATION/TIMES:
CTE BUILDING: 1:45 - 3:15 M-F
This dynamic, hands-on, project-oriented photography class challenges students to think critically, learn professionalism, and pro-duce critically acclaimed art. Assigned projects prepare students to strengthen their creative eye and see life from a different perspective.
Students learn both film & digital photography, use a darkroom, as well as learn the industry standard, professional software: Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Students will explore career possibilities, develop a resume, and meet photographers, all while preparing for col-lege and industry.
The course will include understanding the commercial photog-raphy business, composition theory, digital ethics, and competition events where students produce a portfolio and earn concurrent enroll-ment credit. Concurrent Enrollenroll-ment is available with Arapahoe Com-munity College’s course MGD 111.
DIGITAL COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
OPEN TO GRADE:
10, 11, 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$75
COURSE LENGTH:
1 year
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATION/TIMES:
CTE BUILDING: 7:10 - 8:01 am M-F
This class provides each student with a digital DSLR camera to use all year; students will explore the realm of Commercial Photogra-phy learning Adobe Photoshop CS6 & Lightroom 4 while producing both individual/team fun projects! This is a great course to learn digi-tal commercial photography with an emphasis of Career & Technical Education theory.
The course will include understanding the commercial photog-raphy business, composition theory, digital ethics, and competition events where students produce a portfolio and earn concurrent en-rollment credit. Concurrent Enen-rollment is available with Arapahoe Community College’s course MGD 111
CRIMINAL JUSTICE – CRIME SCIENCE
OPEN TO GRADES:
11 - 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$20
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Grandview HS:
7:10 – 8:49 A Days M, T, Th, F
7:50 – 9:19 W
8:56 – 10:35 A Days M, T, Th, F
9:26 – 10:55 W
CTE Building:
1:10 – 2:49 A Days
Cherokee Trail HS: 7:10 – 8:49 B Days M, T, Th, F
7:50 – 9:19 W
Overland HS:
10:43– 12:59 B Days M, T, Th, F
11:24 – 1:19 W
1:05 – 2:45 B Days M, T, Th, F
1:15 – 2:45 W
This Criminal Justice course will concentrate on forensics, crime scene, investigative techniques, and law enforcement in general. This course will also explore how constitutional and procedural law assists the crime science process including evidence processing and related criminalistics procedures. Field trips to local criminal justice and crime science agencies support student learning experiences. This course aligns with Colorado Community College System Crime Scene Inves-tigation (CRJ 127).
CRIMINAL JUSTICE – INTRO TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE
OPEN TO GRADES:
11 - 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$20
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Grandview HS:
7:10 – 8:49 A Days M, T, Th, F
7:50 – 9:19 W
8:56 – 10:35 A Days M, T, Th, F
9:26 – 10:55 W
CTE Building:
1:10 – 2:49 A Days
Cherokee Trail HS: 7:10 – 8:49 B Days M, T, Th, F
7:50 – 9:19 W
Overland HS:
10:43– 12:59 B Days M, T, Th, F
11:24 – 1:19 W
1:05 – 2:45 B Days M, T, Th, F
1:15 – 2:45 W
This Criminal Justice course concentrates on potential careers in the criminal justice system and law enforcement in general. Stu-dents will learn about the agencies and processes involved in the criminal justice system: the legislature, the police, the prosecutor, the public defender, the courts, and corrections. The course includes an analysis of the roles and problems of the criminal justice system in a democratic society, with an emphasis upon inter-component rela-tions and checks and balances. Field trips to local criminal justice and law enforcement agencies support student learning experiences. This course aligns with Colorado Community College Intro to Criminal Jus-tice (CRJ 110).
NOTIFICATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Career and Technical Education Department does not discriminate in enrollment or access to any of the programs available. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district’s activities and programs. The Cherry Creek School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator: Ms. Kathryn Vining, District Compliance Officer, Educational Services Center, 4700 S. Yosemite St., Greenwood Village, CO 80111, (720) 554-4471. or directly to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite #310, Denver, CO 80204
Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education
Course Descriptions
PRO START 1 & 2
Colorado ProStart is a high school hospitality education program of the Colorado Restaurant Association Education Foundation, the Colo-rado Restaurant Association, and the ColoColo-rado Hotel & Lodging Association. ProStart is a two-year foodservice and hospitality management curriculum offered to high school juniors and seniors. Students can take ProStart 1 or ProStart 2 first, they do not need to be taken in order. The objective of the ProStart program is to provide an industry-driven curriculum that prepares students for a career in restaurant and foodservice management. The curriculum provides the following benefits to students: comprehensive coverage of culinary and management topics; an industry-infused approach; pedagogy that supports 21st century learning; relevant and timely topics from global cuisines to sustainability; con-tent aligned to certificates and ProStart program opportunities. Students have the opportunity to become ServSafe Food Safety certified. The ProStart classroom partners with industry professionals who come to school to work with and mentor students during class and offer outside opportunities. Students have opportunities for mentored internships, advanced placement in many colleges, universities, and culinary schools, scholarship opportunities, certification from passing the National Exams and meeting all program requirements. Students may be eligible for six concurrent enrollment credits through Metro State University of Denver. This has an optional fee.
PRO START 1 - CULINARY CAREERS
OPEN TO GRADES:
11–12
COURSE LENGTH:
1 year (2 years for full program)
FEES:
$75
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
OPTIONAL FEES:
Concurrent enrollment (4 credits), chef
coat, competition
PREREQUISITES:
Completed ProStart application
& passed introduction culinary course (or extensive
culinary experience that is approved by instructor)
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Grandview HS: M, T, Th, F 7:10-8:49am B Days
W 7:50-9:19 am
Smoky Hill HS: M, T, Th, F 12:55-2:30pm A/Red Days
W
1:05-2:30pm
In ProStart 1, students will be learning about a variety of topics including: professionalism, leadership, interviewing, food safety and sanitation (they will earn their ServSafe certification which is recog-nized by industry), communication, stocks, sauces, and soups, pota-toes and grains, etc. With successful completion of ProStart 1, students can continue on to ProStart 2.
PRO START 2 - HOSPITALITY
OPEN TO GRADES:
11–12
COURSE LENGTH:
1 year (2 years for full program)
FEES:
$75
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
OPTIONAL FEES:
Concurrent enrollment (3 credits), chef
coat, competition
PREREQUISITES:
Completed ProStart application
& passed introduction culinary course (or extensive
culinary experience that is approved by instructor)
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Grandview HS: M, T, Th, F 7:10-8:49am B Days
W 7:50-9:19 am
Smoky Hill HS: M, T, Th, F 12:55-2:30pm A/Red Days
W
1:05-2:30pm
In ProStart 2, students will be learning about a variety of topics including: Breakfast food & Sandwiches, Nutrition, Cost Control, Sal-ads & Garnishing, Purchasing & Inventory, Meat, Poultry, & Seafood, Marketing, Desserts & Baked Goods, Sustainability in the Industry, and Global Cuisine. With successful completion of ProStart 2, students can continue on to ProStart 1.
EXECUTIVE INTERNSHIP
OPEN TO GRADES:
12
LENGTH:
1 Semester or 1 Summer
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
CREDITS:
2 Credits
INTERNSHIP HOURS:
100 Hours
PREREQUISITES:
Application and Interview
LOCATION:
Internship and 3 Internships Seminars at the CTE Building
The Executive Internship Program will provide an opportunity for selected students to have experience in a career field that they would like to pursue after graduation. An academic internship is a form of firsthand learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. This work/learning arrangement is overseen by the Internship Coordinator for CCSD. Within the internship, students can expect to do various on-line work assignments, at-tend meetings, and complete projects. Students should be above average academically or especially talented in the career area they wish to pursue. Professional success also depends on the level of student’s maturity, responsibility and reliability. Internships are unpaid. This program is selective, and additional application materials and an interview are required.
For more information on the individual ProStart programs, contact:
Audra Dunleavy - Grandview High School Program 720-886-6518 or
[email protected] Christine Runyan - Smoky Hill High School Program 720-886-5627 or
Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education
Course Descriptions
PRINCIPLES OF HEALTH SCIENCE
OPEN TO GRADES:
10, 11, 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$25
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Overland High School
7:10 – 8:49 A/Green Days M, T, Th, F 7:50 – 9:19 W
This course aligns with the Colorado Community College courses CPR for Professionals (HPR 102) and Medical Terminology (HPR 178). This course is designed to provide students an advanced level of knowledge and skills related to health careers with emphasis on service within the health care industry. Furthermore, this course introduces students to ma-jor terms related to body systems, oncology, psychiatry as well as clinical and diagnostic services. This course meets the requirements for the Amer-ican Heart Association (CPR) certification for health care professionals. All students must provide proof of immunizations and testing for tuberculo-sis is required by healthcare professions.
EPIC MEDICAL CAREERS
OPEN TO GRADES:
11, 12
LENGTH:
1 Semester
CREDITS:
.5
FEES:
$40
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Cherry Creek HS, Shillinglaw Lecture Center:
6:00am-6:55am M- Th
Smoky Hill HS, Lecture Center:
6:00am-6:55am A Days
In the EPIC Medical Careers class students are introduced to career opportunities through a unique series of lectures by medical profession-als. Each morning students will hear from professionals from the medical community such as a plastic surgeon, bio-chemical warfare emergency room doctor, a nurse at Denver Health talking about infectious diseases, a genetic counselor, a pediatrician, X-Ray and optical technicians, as well as professionals from the business (medical sales) and the legal (a lawyer who represents doctors) careers related to medicine. Students are pre-sented information about each specialty along with the education and other requirements for the many career options. Students may participate in a field trip to a cadaver lab or medical school to see how medical profes-sionals are learning as well as be a part of an emergency room simulation, labor/delivery simulation, and a cadaver lab to which students will see the human body and internal organs.
HEALTH SCIENCES
OPEN TO GRADES:
11, 12
LENGTH:
1 Year
CREDITS:
2
FEES:
$280 - $340
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Ames Facility (Littleton Public Schools)
1st Sem: 7:30-9:30 am – or – 12:30-2:30 pm M-F
2nd Sem: 7:00-9:45 am – or – 12:00-2:45 pm M-F for Nurse Aid
7:30-9:30 or 12:30-2:30 M-F for Internship
Biology preferred as a prerequisite.
The Littleton Health Sciences Program is a comprehensive two-semes-ter course based on the National Consortium for Health Sciences Education standards. During the first semester students explore the healthcare indus-try and begin to lay the foundation for an enindus-try level career. The rigorous curriculum includes: basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, health care systems, medical legal and ethical issues, and health career ex-ploration. Students will be exposed to experts in the industry through guest speakers and field trips. Individual career pathways are developed during the second semester. Students may participate in the Nurse Aide Program or an Internship program. Professional portfolio development, employment skills and leadership training through the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) are emphasized during the second semester. College credit is available. A visit is required as part of the application process.
ADVANCED HEALTH SCIENCE
OPEN TO GRADES:
11, 12
LENGTH:
1 year
CREDITS:
1
FEES:
$35
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
Overland High School
1:05-2:45 A/Green Days M, T, Th, F W 1:15-2:45
During the first semester students explore the healthcare industry and begin to lay the foundation for an entry level career. The rigorous curriculum includes: basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, health care systems, medical legal and ethical issues, and health career exploration. Students will be exposed to experts in the industry through guest speakers and field trips.
Individual career pathways are developed during the second semes-ter. Students may participate in the Nurse Aide Program, individual intern-ships or other health career training opportunities. Professional portfolio development, employment skills and leadership training through the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) are emphasized during the second semester. This course aligns with the Colorado Community College courses Law & Ethics for Health Professionals (HPR 106). All stu-dents must provide proof of immunizations and testing for tuberculosis is required by healthcare professions
NURSE AIDE CERTIFICATION
OPEN TO GRADES:
12
LENGTH:
1 Semester
CREDITS:
.5
FEES:
$185 for State Exam, scrubs, and gate belt
TRANSPORTATION:
Own
PREREQUISITE:
Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in Advanced Health Science
LOCATIONS/TIMES:
To Be Determined
The Nurse Aide Certification Course is designed to give students practical application in nurse aide skills to pass the National Certification exam to ob-tain employment. Through partnerships students complete course work and clinical experiences that are a required element as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Flexibility in student schedule is important as the clinical experience may be outside the school day. Students must be 16 years of age and at least a junior. Furthermore, students must provide proof of immunizations and testing for tuberculosis and pass a criminal background check before placement. Additional application and spring informational meeting required. Students must show valid proof of residency (proof a parent has been in the state for at least one year) and a state issued form of identification.
AM BLOCK:
7:50 – 10:40 a.m. M, T, TH, F
8:50 – 11:30 a.m. W
PM BLOCK:
12:05 – 2:55 p.m.; M,T,TH, F
12:45 – 2:55 p.m. W
Pickens Programs
These are the courses that are offered at Pickens Technical College
COURSE TITLE
COST
TIME
CREDITS
Collision Repair Technology 1
$455
AM or PM
3
Collision Repair Technology 2
$205
AM or PM
3
Computer Service Technology (1 semester each Net+ and A+)
$60
AM or PM
3
Construction Technology 1
$200
AM or PM
3
Construction Technology 2
$120
AM or PM
3
** Dental Assisting (Must be a senior and 18 by December)
$540
AM or PM
3
Diesel Technology 1
$280
AM or PM
3
Diesel Technology 2
$100
PM only
3
Early Childhood Education
$25
AM or PM
3
Electrical Occupations 1
$500
AM or PM
3
Electrical Occupations 2
$120
AM or PM
3
General Electronic Technology (digital and analog)
$275
AM or PM
3
Heating and Air Conditioning
$300
AM or PM
3
Landscape Management 1
$115
AM or PM
3
Landscape Management 2
$115
AM or PM
3
Mobile Apps
$395
AM only
3
Power Sport Technology 1
$250
AM or PM
3
Power Sport Technology 2
$155
AM or PM
3
Precision Machining 1
$240
AM or PM
3
Precision Machining 2
$115
AM or PM
3
Property Maintenance Technology – 1 semester (1st or 2nd)
$100
AM or PM
1.5
Welding 1
$340
AM or PM
3
Welding 2
$285
AM or PM
3
Fees are for 1 school year and reflect approximate charges for mandatory books and fees. Additional optional fees may exist. These costs may change. Contact Tina Coon in cashiers’ office for details on fee payments. (303) 344-4910 x-27727
Credit listed is per school year.
Cherry Creek School District
Career and Technical Education
9150 E. Union Avenue
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
720.554.4551
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