Adult Education Spring 2021

LET’SGETSTARTED 

STEPS TO ENROLL 

& ASSISTANCE 

Easy Ways to 

Enroll in Part-Time 

Courses 

ONLINE REGISTRATION 

Registration for most part-time classes can 

be completed online on a secure server. 

Our website is www.mcjvs.edu 

IN PERSON REGISTRATION 

Medina County Career Center 

Adult Education Office 

1101 W. Liberty Street 

Medina, OH 44256 

OFFICE HOURS 

Mon-Thu 8am – 8pm, Fri 8am – 3pm 

Closed December 18, 2021 – January 3, 2022 

TELEPHONE REGISTRATION 

Enroll by phone with VISA / MasterCard / 

Discover Card. Please have all the information 

requested on the registration form before calling. 

Phones are staffed during business hours. 

Call 330-725-8461 or 866-896-6222. 

Full-Time 

Career 

Programs 

Are you ready to enroll? 

For general information on full-time/certification 

classes, visit our website at www.mcjvs.edu. 

For important information about the educational 

debt, earnings and completion rates of students 

who attended these programs, please visit our 

website: 

Dental Assisting 

https://mcjvs.edu/?page_id=103 

HVAC 


Law Enforcement 


Medical Assisting 


Medical Office Administrative Assistant 


MISSION STATEMENT: We are a 

learning community providing students 

with a competitive advantage through 

career technical education and 

academic excellence. 

The Medina County Career Center is committed to 

equal opportunity for all and does not discriminate on 

the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, 

disability, or age in its programs and activities, and 

provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other 

designated youth groups. 

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The cover photograph design concept and execution was created by MaryBeth Milchak. Production work 

was done by Mercedes Candow and Paige Oppman. All three students are 2021 graduates of MCCC’s 

high school Media Production program. This photograph depicts the various medical pathways available at 

MCCC including Diversified Medical Technologies and Medical Assisting. 

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Table of Contents 

Career Advancement Classes..................................................................4-12 

“Hire” Education.............................................................................................12 

Customized Employer Training Programs................................................13 

Adult Diploma Program............................................................................... 14 

Aspire: Learn More, Earn More...................................................................15 

Online Training Courses................................................................................16 

Open House Information.............................................................................. 17 

Medina County Challenge Course Team Building................................... 17 

General Information for Classes........................................................... 18-19 

A Message from the 

Director of Adult Education 

Medina County Career Center Adult Education Programs prepare students 

for the job market by helping them upgrade existing skills or prepare for new 

careers. Student support services include career exploration, job search support 

and guidance counseling, as well as assistance in placement, assessment, and 

financial aid. 

We are a proud member of the University System of Ohio. Graduates of 

our full-time programs receive college credit if they decide to continue their 

education. Most of our career development programs include an opportunity for 

students to achieve industry-recognized licensure in their program of study. 

For easy access to additional information and resources when using our online 

catalog, just click the Your College and Career Connection logo (pictured below) 

available throughout the catalog. 

We proudly serve the needs of business, industry, and the local economy 

through public / private partnerships. We look forward to helping you reenergize 

your career or begin on a new path! 

Janice Kollar 

Director of Adult Education 

EXPERIENCE OUR 

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE 

1. Academic Counseling & 

Job Placement Assistance 

2. Financial Aid 

Available to qualified individuals: 

• Pell Grant 

• Veterans’ Assistance 

• Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation 

• Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant (IASG) 

• Others May be Available 

Assistance 

Available 

For further information, visit us online or call 330-725-8461 or 866-896-6222. 

www.mcjvs.edu 

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CAREERADVANCEMENT 

MEDICAL PROGRAMS 

FULL-TIME 

Dental Assisting 

Prepare yourself to work side-by-side 

with a dentist. Topics include: 

• Patient Education 

• Manipulating Cement and Impression 

Materials 

• Dental X-rays 

• Dental Terminology/Anatomy/ 

Pathology 

• Dental Specialties 

• Dental Impressions (models) of Teeth 

• Sterilizing Equipment 

• OSHA and Bloodborne Pathogens 

Training 

• CPR 

• Resume Writing, Interviewing and Job 

Readiness 

• 160 Hours Non-Paid Externship 

Qualifying students will sit for the Ohio 

Dental Assistant Certification Exam 

(CODA) and the National Career Readiness 

certification. College Credit is available 

through Franklin University and Career 

Technical Credit Transfer (CT) 2 . 

Classes: 08/23/2021 thru 06/08/2022 

740 hours – Mon-Thu 5:30p–9:30p 

Cost: $7,359 – Pell Grant & VA Eligible 

Included book/supply fee is 

non-refundable. 

Medical Assisting 

Do you like working with people? Join 

the career that cares; become a Certified 

Medical Assistant. Medical Assistants 

complete administrative and clinical tasks 

in the offices of physicians, hospitals, 

and other healthcare facilities. Their 

duties vary with the location, specialty, 

and medical practice. Medical Assistants 

enjoy contact with patients while working 

alongside physicians and other healthcare 

professionals. Topics include: 

• Medication Administration 

• Administrative Office Skills 

• Electronic Health Records 

• Clinical Procedures 

• Phlebotomy (Blood Draws) 

• Communication Skills 


• Medical Law/Ethics 

• Medical Terminology 

• Anatomy/Physiology 

• Healthcare Math 

• First Aid/CPR 

• OSHA & Bloodborne Pathogens 

Training 


Readiness 

• Employability Skills 

• 160 Hours Non-Paid Practicum 

Candidates must be 18 years of age by 

January 1 of the current school year. Must 

have basic computer skills including 

the ability to work with Microsoft Office 

Word. Qualifying students will sit for 

the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant 

(CCMA), Certified Phlebotomy Technician 

(CPT), and Certified EKG Technician (CET) 

certification exams. All certifications are 

through National Healthcare Association 

(NHA). College credit is available through 

Career Technical Credit Transfer (CT) 2 . 

Also available from ACT is the National 

Career Readiness Certificate. The Medical 

Assisting program is accredited by the 

Commission on Accreditation of Allied 

Health Education Programs (www.caahep. 

org) upon the recommendation of the 

Medical Assisting Education Review Board 

(MAERB). Commission on Accreditation 

of Allied Health Education Programs, 

25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158, 

Clearwater, FL 33763, 727-210-2350, 

www.caahep.org. 


910 hours – Mon-Thu 9:00a–4:00p 

Cost: $8,995 – Pell Grant Eligible, GIBill® 



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Medical Office 

Administrative Assistant 

Gain the administrative knowledge and 

skills needed to work successfully in a 

medical office environment. This course 

has 500 hours of classroom instruction 

and 100 hours in a hybrid format. Topics 

include: 

• Basic Computer Skills 


• Legal and Ethical Issues 

• Patient Registration and Admissions 

• Electronic Medical Records 

• Electronic Health Records 

• Emergency Preparedness and 

Assisting with Medical Emergencies 

• CPR 

• Financial and Practical Management 

Skills 

• Basics of Medical Billing, Coding and 

Insurance 

• Medical Terminology Specific to 

ICD-10 


Readiness 

• Observation Hours 

Qualifying students will sit for the 

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant 

(CMAA) Exam and the Electronic Health 

Records Specialist (CEHRS) exam, 

Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) 

exam, and National Career Readiness 

Certificate. College credit is available 

through Career Technical Credit Transfer 

(CT) 2 . 


600 hours – Mon-Thu – 2:45p–5:45p; 

100 hours online 

Cost: $5,995 – Qualifies for Pell Grant 

Approved for Adult Diploma Program 



MEDICAL PROGRAMS 

PART-TIME 

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Phlebotomy 

Technician 

The Phlebotomy Technician program 

is a hands-on, comprehensive course 

designed for students new to the 

industry. Phlebotomy Technicians are 

primarily responsible for the collection 

and preparation of blood samples 

for laboratory testing. Phlebotomists 

primarily seek employment in hospital 

and clinic settings, but sometimes work 

in nursing homes, private home care, 

and the insurance industry or research 

institutions. 

Students will be prepared to collect, 

transport and process blood and other 

specimens for laboratory analysis. The 

program includes: 

• Introduction to Phlebotomy 

• Phlebotomy Basics 

• Specimen Collection 

• Specimen Handling 

• Professional Issues 

• American Heart CPR Certification 

All students will be required to complete 

a minimum of 30 venipuncture and 10 

capillary needle sticks in order to sit 

for the certification examination. Upon 

successful completion of the program, 

students are eligible to sit for the Certified 

Phlebotomy Technician Examination 

through the National Healthcareer 

Association. Certification exam and 

textbook costs are included. 

Requirements prior to starting the 

course: 1) 18 years of age or older; 

2) Recent Physical (within past 8 mos); 

3) Hepatitis B Series; and 4) One-Step 

Tuberculosis Test Approved 


88 hours – Mon/Wed 5:30p-9:30p 

Classes:............. 09/08/2021 - 11/29/2021 

01/10/2022 - 04/06/2022 

04/11/2022 - 06/29/2022 

Cost: $1,250 

State Tested 

Nursing Assistant 

Obtain employment in a nursing home, 

hospital, home health agency or other 

related healthcare organizations by 

completing the STNA program. Training 

includes patient care, communication 

skills, and hands-on learning. This course 

includes state testing fee and books, 

as well as the opportunity to earn your 

National Career Readiness Certificate. 

Requirements prior to starting the 

course: 1) Recent Physical (within past 8 

mos.); 2) Two-Step Tuberculosis Test 


88 Hours – Tue & Thu 8:00a-4:30p 

Classes:........... 07/07/2022 - 08/11/2022 

88 Hours – Tue & Thu 5:30p-9:30p 

Classes:........... 01/11/2022 - 03/24/2022 

04/05/2022 - 06/21/2022 

Cost: $845 – GIBill® 

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PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES 

FULL-TIME 

Law Enforcement 

From traffic accident investigation to 

firearms training, the Law Enforcement 

program prepares students to sit for the 

Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy 

(OPOTA) Exam and to apply for positions 

as Sheriff’s Deputies and Police Officers. 

Training includes: 

• Legal Issues 

• Human Relations 

• Firearms 

• Driving Techniques 

• Subject Control Techniques 

• First Aid and CPR 

• Patrol 

• Civil Disorders 

• Traffic 

• Investigation 

• Physical Conditioning 

• Homeland Security 

• National Career Readiness Certificate 

Candidates must be 21 years of age 

by course completion, possess a high 

school diploma or equivalent, pass 

pre-admissions assessments, clear a 

background check and drug test, provide 

verification of a recent physical and 

provide a certified copy of his/her driving 

record. Graduates earn 16 semester/24 

quarter hours of (CT) 2 College Credit. 

College credit is also available through 

The University of Akron, Franklin 

University, and Lorain County Community 

College. Call for more information. 

Classes: August 2021 through June 2022 

780 hours – Mon-Thu 6:00p-10:00p & 

Sat 8:00a-5:00p 

Cost: $7,200 – Pell Grant Eligible, GIBill® 

Note: Hours and cost may change due 

to OPOTA requirements. 


PART-TIME 

Emergency Medical 

Technician 

This EMT course is 184 hours of classroom 

instruction and 20 hours at clinical sites. 

This course will prepare individuals to 

serve on rescue squads, ambulance 

services and fire departments. This 

course uses the new National EMS 

Education Standards and the National 

EMS Scope of Practice Model as adopted 

by the Ohio State EMS Board. Instruction 

includes cognitive and hands-on skills 

training. This class is presented by MCCC 

in conjunction with Cleveland Clinic 

Medina Hospital under Accreditation #122. 

Clinical rotations will be held at Cleveland 

Clinic Medina Hospital Emergency Room 

and with the Medina Life Support Team. 

Students have the opportunity to earn the 

National Career Readiness Certification 

and sit for the National EMS Registry 

Exam. 

Prerequisite: HS diploma/GED, current 

Ohio Driver’s License, passing score on 

entrance exam. 

204 Hours – Mon, Tue & Thu 6:00p- 

10:00p, Occasional Sat 9:00a-1:00p 

Classes: ..............07/29/2021 - 12/11/2021 

01/11/2022 - 06/04/2022 

Cost: $1,300* – GIBill® 

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36-Hour Volunteer 

Firefighter 

This class introduces the student to basic 

concepts, equipment and techniques. 

After successful completion, the student 

is eligible to sit for the state certification 

exam. 

Prerequisites: 1) Must be 18 years old 

and out of high school or 17 and in the 

12th grade; 2) have a valid Ohio Driver’s 

License; and 3) clean criminal record to 

enroll. Students are required to furnish 

their own turn-out gear and SCBA. 

The state of Ohio requires students to 

have a current physical examination 

(physicals are valid for one year from 

the date they were performed). 

36 hours – Hours and days vary 

Sat/Sun 9:00a- 6:00p 

Classes: 01/29/2022 - 02/16/2022 

Cost: $800* 

Additional courses scheduled upon 

request; a minimum 10 students 

required. 

Firefighter I 

This course consists of 160 hours of 

basic to intermediate instruction. Upon 

completion of this course, firefighters will 

understand fire, fire suppression and fire 

suppression systems, fire behavior, fire 

chemistry, fire rescue, firefighting tools 

and their uses, appliances, fire equipment, 

safety, rescue, and survival. Students 

must complete a state of Ohio certified 

Emergency Vehicle Operations course 

before completion of this course. 

Admission Requirements: Individuals 

must be 18 years old, except that a 

chartered program may admit a student 

who is 17 years old, provided that the 

student has graduated or is enrolled in 

the 12th or final grade in a secondaryschool 

program. 

Individuals shall meet “NFPA 1001” 

Chapter 4 Entrance Requirements: 

• 8 hours of basic EMS training, to 

include CPR, trauma, stroke and PPE. 

• A physician physical. Forms are 

available for the applicant to take to 

their doctor to assist in this physical. 

• Successful completion of the Test 

of Adult Basic Education (TABE) or 

college transcript. 

Students are required to furnish their 

own turn-out gear and SCBA. 

160 hours – Tue & Thu 6:00p-10:00p & 

Sat 8:00a-6:00p 

Classes: 01/11/2022 - 04/02/2022 

Cost: $1,800* 

Firefighter I & II 

The Firefighter Level I and II course 

is a complete firefighter training 

course. During this 244-hour course, 

firefighters learn fire suppression basics 

and advanced tactics, fire chemistry, 

fire behavior, fire rescue, extrication, 

ventilation maneuvers, pump operations, 

safety, survival and hazardous materials 

operations. Must be 18 years old, out of 

high school and currently hold an Ohio 

driver’s license. Students must complete 

a state of Ohio certified Emergency 

Vehicle Operations course before 

completion of this course. 

Admission Requirements: Individuals 

must be at least 18 years old, except 

that a chartered program may admit a 

student who is 17 years old, provided that 

the student has graduated or is enrolled 

in the 12th or final grade in a secondaryschool 

program. 

Individuals shall meet “NFPA 1001” 

Chapter 4 Entrance Requirements: 

• 8 hours of basic EMS training, to 

include CPR, trauma, stroke and PPE. 

• A physician physical. Forms are 

available for the applicant to take to 

their doctor to complete. 

• Successful completion of the Test 

of Adult Basic Education (TABE) or 

college transcript. 



244 hours – Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu 

6:00p-10:00p and Sat 8:00a-5:00p 

Classes:.............06/07/2021 - 08/21/2021 

06/06/2022 - 08/20/2022 

Cost: $2,950* 

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*Additional book fee required. 

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PART-TIME (continued) 

Firefighter II 

Transition 

This course is an additional 84-hour 

course that builds upon the training 

received in the Firefighter Level I course. 

Advanced instruction is provided in 

fire suppression and fire suppression 

systems, fire behavior, fire chemistry, 

fire rescue, firefighting tools and their 

uses, appliances, fire equipment, safety, 

survival, and hazardous materials 

operations. Must be 18 years old, a high 

school graduate, and hold a state of Ohio 

FFI certificate. 



84 hours – Tue & Thu 6:00p-10:00p 

and Sat 8:00a-6:00p 

Classes: ............09/07/2021 - 10/28/2021 

04/19/2022 - 06/04/2022 

Cost: $1,750* 

Emergency Vehicle 

Operator Course 

This course meets the requirements of 

the Ohio Department of Public Safety. 

Limit 10 students. 

16 hours – Sat & Sun 9:00a-5:00p 

Classes:............. 09/18/2021 - 09/19/2021 

03/12/2022 - 03/13/2022 

Cost: $150 

Fire EMS Instructor 

Update 

Updates on current regulator 

expectations for Fire and EMS instructors. 

6 hours – Sat 9:00a-2:00p 

Class: 07/31/2021 

Cost: No charge for Medina County 

Firefighters & EMTs; Out of County $75 

Fire Officer I 

This course is designed for the firstline 

company officer/supervisor with a 

minimum of five years of experience and 

meets the performance and cognitive 

objectives for the Fire Officer I in current 

NFPA 1021 Standard for Fire Officer 

Professional Qualifications for Fire 

Officer I. Topics include: 

• Professionalism 

• Team Building 

• Decision-Making 

• Communication Skills 

• Safety and Risk Management 

• Leadership Skills and Styles 





48 hours – Tue & Thu 6:00p-10:00p and 

Sat 8:00a-5:00p 

Class: 06/08/2021 - 06/26/2021 

Cost: $600* 

“Medina County Career Center 

became my stepping stone 

when I decided to make a 

drastic career change. They 

made the process a lot 

less intimidating and very 

manageable. The instructors 

are spectacular and you not 

only meet colleagues, but 

lifelong friends. I’ve enjoyed 

every second at MCCC.” 

– Barbara, EMT 

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*Additional book fee required. www.mcjvs.edu

Fire Officer II 

This course builds on the experience 

learned in the Fire Officer I class and 

is step two in preparing Ohio’s fire and 

emergency services leaders for the 

challenges facing them tomorrow. The 

Fire Officer II program requires teamwork, 

group projects, application, analysis and 

synthesis. As the officers attain the rank 

of Fire Officer II, their responsibilities 

include the management and leadership 

of multiple projects and companies. It is 

essential for the Fire Officer II to be able 

to prioritize the multiple demands on the 

time of the organization, the companies, 

the crews and the teams by working in 

groups. 






Sat 8:00a - 5:00p 


Cost: $600* 

Fire Officer III 

Building off of Fire Officer I and II, Fire 

Officer III is the third step in preparing 

Ohio’s fire and emergency services 

leaders for the challenges they may 

experience. Fire Officer III is for the fire 

officer at, or preparing for promotion 

to, the managerial/administrative level 

and/or those who have recently been 

promoted to Battalion Chief or Deputy 

Chief. 

Fire Officer III course content 

includes: Human Resource Issues; 

Legal Issues; Budget and Finance; 

Strategic Planning; Emergency 

Management; Communications; 

Personal and Professional Development; 

Intergovernmental Relations; and 

Managing the Code Enforcement Process. 

This 48-hour course meets the NFPA 1021 

Standard for Chief Officer. 





Prerequisite: Fire Officer I; Fire Officer II 


Sat 8:00a-5:00p 


Cost: $600* 

Fire Service 

Instructor 

This 60-hour course introduces the 

student to instruction of adult students 

and basic teaching techniques. It also 

includes four hours of fire-service 

training and four hours of live-fire 

training awareness. Students must 

pass the Ohio Instructional Methods 

Examination and complete 10 hours of 

supervised teaching. Students must 

possess a current firefighter certificate 

in good standing, have at least five 

years of experience as a certified 

firefighter in preceding seven years, pass 

instructor knowledge examination at the 

Firefighter II level with 80% or higher, 

and comply with rule OAC 4765-20-6(A) 

(6) to (A)(12). 





PreTest: Required! Contact MCCC for 

date. 

60 hours – Tue & Thu 6:00p-10:00p 

Class: 02/01/2022 - 03/22/2022 

Cost: $550* 

“The people here are so nice. 

They want you to win. They’ll 

do anything in their power to 

get you to the place you want 

to be – they open the gate for 

you.” 

– Tion, Law Enforcement 

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SUMMER SAFETY SERVICES 

TRAINING SERIES 

10 

Summer Safety 

Services Training Series 

• Auto Extrication – Current Trends 

• Flow Path & Fire Supression 

• Hydraulic Theory for Fire Service 

• Practical Ground Ladder 

• Practical Pump Operations 

• Aerial Operations 

• Fire Investigation for the Company 

Officer 

Sat 9:00a-5:00p 

Classes every Saturday from June - 

August 

Cost: $75/Session | $500/Series 

Auto Extrication – 

Current Trends 

This class will provide an overview of the 

latest trends in automotive construction 

and safety systems. Training includes 

hands-on time using extrication tools on 

late-model vehicles. 

8 hours – Sat 9:00a-5:00p 



Flow Path & Fire Supression: 

Tactical Considerations 

Students will leave this class with a 

solid understanding of the modern 

fire environment. It will cover building 

construction, flow paths, fire behavior, 

tactical ventilation, and fire attack best 

practices. 

8 hours – Sat 9:00a-5:00p 



Hydraulic Theory for 

Fire Service 

This classroom course covers hydraulic 

theories and applies them to fire-service 

scenarios. Topics include flow, pressure, 

mathematical hydraulic formulas, 

properties of water, and distribution 

systems. 

8 hours – Sat 9:00a-5:00p 



Practical Ground 

Ladder 

This hands-on class is designed to 

improve your skills with ground ladders 

on the fireground. It includes application, 

placement, uses and maintenance of fireservice 

ground ladders. 

8 hours – Sat 9:00a-5:00p 



Practical Pump 

Operations 

Students learn basic pump theory, 

methods and techniques for operating 

a fire pump. Students will be able 

to generate safe and effective fire 

streams. This course focuses on in-field 

calculations and operations. 

8 hours – Sat 9:00a-5:00p 



Aerial 

Operations 

This class will demonstratre the safe and 

proper use of aerial apparatus. Students 

will demonstrate a basic understanding of 

safe aerial operations, positioning, set-up, 

rescue options, and operating elevated 

streams. 





8 hours – Sat 9:00a-5:00p 



Fire Investigation for 

The Company Officer 

This course will cover fire science, fire 

dynamics, legal aspects, and cause and 

origin determination. 

8 hours – Sat 9:00a-5:00p 



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TRADE & INDUSTRIAL 

FULL-TIME 

HVAC 

Learn basic electricity, fundamental 

concepts of refrigeration, basic piping and 

lubing, basic tools and equipment, forcedair 

heating systems, hydronics, and 

geothermal heating so that you can work 

as a Service Technician and Installer in the 

HVAC field. Units of study include: 

• Service and Procedures 

• Refrigeration Systems and Controls 

• Electrical and Electronics 

• Air Conditioning Systems and 

Controls 

• Heating Systems and Controls 

• Applications of Refrigeration and 

Temperature Controls 

Qualifying students sit for ICE, EPA and 

National Career Readiness certifications. 

College credit is available through Career 

Technical Credit Transfer (CT) 2 . Tool kit 

provided. 

Qualifies for Pell Grant and VA (3/4 

time program); Adult Diploma Program 

Approved. 

600 hours – Mon–Thu 5:45p-9:45p 

Class: 08/23/2021 - 06/15/2022 

Cost: $6,407 

TRADE & INDUSTRIAL 

PART-TIME 

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Electricity – The 

Starting Point 

This foundation course covers the 

fundamentals of AC/DC, circuit control 

and protection, safety, magnetism, and 

induction so that you can begin your 

career in electrical maintenance. 

7 weeks – Mon 6:30p-9:30p 

Classes: ............. 09/13/2021 - 10/25/2021 

01/10/2022 - 03/07/2022 

04/04/2022 - 05/16/2022 

Cost: $220* 

Residential Electricity 

Gain basic knowledge of electrical 

theory, safety, and hands-on experience 

in residential wiring following National 

Electrical Code requirements. A calculator 

is recommended. 

8 weeks – Tue & Thu 6:30p-9:30p 

Classes: ...............09/14/2021 - 11/11/2021 

01/11/2022 - 03/08/2022 

Cost: $400* 

*Additional book fee required. 

Industrial Electricity 

Learn a systems approach to motor 

controls including basic control circuits, 

sensing devices, solid-state controls, 

variable speed drive, and programmable 

logic controllers. Students experience a 

series of practical laboratory exercises 

that cover installation, testing, and 

troubleshooting procedures. 

Prerequisite: Residential Electricity or 

Electricity – The Starting Point 


Class: 03/31/2022 - 05/26/2022 

Cost: $410* 

Welding 

Learn to weld, upgrade existing skills, 

or develop new skills while focusing 

on a specific type of welding. Learn 

weld position techniques associated 

with fabrication in a manufacturing 

environment including flat, horizontal, 

vertical, and overhead. Personal safety 

equipment required. Class limit 10. 


Classes: ............ 09/14/2021 - 12/02/2021 

01/11/2022 - 03/22/2022 

03/24/2022 - 06/02/2022 

Cost: $700* 

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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY 

PART-TIME 

Excel - Beginning 

Analyze, create and develop professionallooking 

spreadsheets complete with 

formulas. Gain skills for presenting data 

graphically. 

Prerequisite: Familiarity with Windows 

operating system. 

7 weeks – Wed 6:30p-9:00p 

Classes: ........... 09/08/2021 - 10/20/2021 

04/07/2022 - 05/19/2022 

Cost: $230* 

“The Career Center has been 

extremely supportive in helping 

me reach my goals. I am so glad 

that I chose to come to MCCC to 

become a medical assistant.” 

– Katelyn, Medical Assisting 

QuickBooks® 

Learn the basics of computerized 

accounting while enhancing your 

bookkeeping skills. This comprehensive 

course will walk students through 

the use of each accounting module: 

Company, Customer, Vendor, Employee, 

Banking, etc. Students will be taught 

best practices for proper accounting and 

reconciliation processes, as well as gain 

an understanding of the basic financial 

statements. 

8 weeks – Mon 6:30p-9:00p 

Classes: ..............10/25/2021 - 12/13/2021 

04/06/2022 - 05/25/2022 

Cost: $245* 

Medina County Career Center 

“HIRE” EDUCATION 

The Medina County Career Center can deliver custom-designed sessions 

to support your company’s needs and goals. Consultative services and 

onsite classes include offerings in Soft Skills, Manufacturing Skills, OSHA 

Construction and General Industry Training, and First Aid, CPR, and AED 

instruction. Additional classes are available upon request. 

For more information, contact the Director of Adult Education at 

330-725-8461, extension 158. 

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CUSTOMIZED TRAINING 

FOR EMPLOYERS 

Supervisory Training 

Team Building and 

Professionalism Training 

These custom-designed sessions 

support your company’s needs and 

goals. Programs are delivered onsite 

through interactive one-hour 

presentations. Topics can include: 

Importance of Good Work Habits, 

Building Effective Communication, 

Understanding and Assessing Company 

Culture, and Email Etiquette. Call to 

schedule a consultation. 

Minimum Cost (1-Hour Training) – $350 

Employer On-Site 

Customized Training 

Programs are designed in partnership 

with you, delivered on your premises 

at times determined by you. Group or 

individual sessions are available. Tell us 

what you need. 

• Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and 

PowerPoint (Basic, Intermediate, 

and Advanced Levels) 

• Time-Saver Tips for Excel 

• Windows File/Folder Management 

• Windows 10 Operating Systems 

• QuickBooks 

• Email Etiquette 

• Communication and Leadership 

Improvement 

• Transitioning from Peer to 

Supervisor 

• Enhancing Leadership for 

Performance 

• How to Make Effective Decisions to 

be More Productive 

• Building Leadership Opportunities 

into Your Career 

• New Trends in Leadership 

• Addressing Substandard 

Performance 

• Dealing with Difficult People 

• Managing Conflict and Building 

Effective Communication 

• Setting Company/Department 

Culture and How to Create Buy-In 

• Five Generations in the Workplace 

• Mentor Relationships 

• New Rules of Performance Reviews 

• Effectiveness of Utilizing Emotional 

Intelligence 

• Diversity Training 

Call 330-725-8461, ext. 155 

to schedule training. 

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ADULT HIGH SCHOOL 

DIPLOMA PROGRAM 

Who qualifies? 

Any adult age 22 or older living 

in Ohio that does not have a 

high school diploma, a High 

School Equivalence Diploma or 

GED. 

What do participants receive? 

Students will earn a HIGH 

SCHOOL DIPLOMA and CAREER 

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE when 

they meet the WorkKeys score 

requirements for their chosen 

technical program, complete 

the course requirements (both 

academic and technical) and 

earn the industry credential 

associated with their technical 

program of study. The High 

School Diploma will be awarded 

from the Ohio Department of 

Education. 

What is the cost for the Adult 

Diploma Program? 

Program costs for qualified 

Adult Diploma Program students 

will be covered by the Ohio 

Department of Education. 

What is the process? 

• Call us at 330-725-8461 to 

express interest in the Adult 

Diploma Program and register 

for the academic pretest. 

• Meet with the Director of Adult 

Education to review your score 

and create a plan, if needed, 

to work on refreshing areas of 

academic weakness (usually 

a 6 to 8-week commitment) 

with Aspire or Project Learn. 

• Register with Ohio Means 

Jobs to discuss academic skill 

attainment plans; choose a 

technical skill focus. 

• Create a SAFE account login 

with the Director of Adult 

Education. 

• You will be asked to provide: a 

copy of your birth certificate, 

state-issued ID or driver’s 

license, and a working email. 

• Your application will be 

submitted to the Ohio 

Department of Education for 

approval and acceptance into 

the program, after all steps 

are completed. 

• When you have completed 

your program, attained the 

required WorkKeys score, and 

passed the related industry 

credential, a High School 

Diploma is issued by the Ohio 

Department of Education. 

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ASPIRE: LEARN MORE 

EARN MORE 

Prepare for the High 

School Equivalence 

Diploma Test with 

FREE Classes 

To register for classes or for more 

information about any of these 

opportunities, please 

1.) Call us at: 440-891-7647 

2.) Visit us online at: 

www.polaris.edu/Aspire 

3.) Email us at: 

Aspire@polaris.edu 

Medina County 

Career Center Classes: 

Located at: 

1101 W. Liberty Street 


Brunswick Library 

Classes: 

Located at: 

3649 Center Road 

Brunswick, OH 44212 

Please check our website: 

www.polaris.edu/Aspire 

or call the Aspire office at 

440-891-7647 

for the updated class schedule. 

Do you want to learn 

to speak English? 

Free English for Speakers of 

Other Languages (ESOL) classes 

available through the Aspire 

Program. 

We’re Here to Help! 

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ONLINE COURSES 

TAKE CLASSES WHEN & WHERE 

IT’S CONVENIENT FOR YOU! 

Online Courses provide 

a convenient and costeffective 

approach to 

learning! Medina County Career 

Center is working with leading online 

partners to offer a wide variety 

of content with online support 

throughout the entire curriculum. 

Professional Development 

These courses enable you to 

expand your knowledge, stay 

current with workforce trends and 

maintain a competitive edge. 

Popular Courses: 

• Personal Stress Management 

• Photography 

• Social Media Marketing 

Personal Enrichment 

Courses are project-oriented and 

may include lessons, quizzes, 

hands-on assignments, discussion 

areas, supplementary links and 

more. 

Popular Courses: 

• Creating Web Pages 

• Intro to Interior Design 

• Keys to Effective Communication 

For more info and to see 

more courses, visit the 

Online Training Courses 

page online at 

www.mcjvs.edu 

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“MCCC Dental Assisting Program 

changed my life in so many ways. 

I always said to myself I would 

never go back to school after 

making it through college, but 

I am definitely glad that I have 

pushed myself to further along my 

future career path.” 

– Ashley, Dental Assisting 

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Medina County Challenge 

Course Offers Team Building 

Organizations today are being challenged to do more with less, 

stimulate creative thinking, work effectively with others and 

react quickly to the increasing pace of change. The Medina 

County Challenge Course involves people in a powerful and 

integrated “learning by doing” approach. Groups engage in 

activities and initiatives that encourage critical thinking and risk 

taking. Participants learn to solve problems, make decisions, 

set goals and develop communication skills in an environment 

that is interactive, challenging, supportive and fun. 

Call 330-725-8461 or 866-896-6222 for more information or 

scheduling. 

OPEN HOUSE 

Thursday – February 3, 2022 & 

Wednesday – February 9, 2022 

6pm - 8pm 

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR CLASSES 

Safety 

Students are required to equip themselves 

with the necessary protective clothing and 

safety glasses and to adhere to all school and 

lab regulations. Certain risks may be involved 

in each course described herein. Students 

who do not have proper safety equipment, as 

deemed by the course instructor, will not be 

permitted to engage in activities which will 

put them at risk. The Medina County Career 

Center shall not be liable for any losses or 

injury, whatsoever, to persons or property 

arising from enrollment in any course 

described herein. By registering for a course, 

the registrant acknowledges the assumption 

of those risks and releases the Medina County 

Career Center from any liability whatsoever. 

Specific courses or activities may require 

registrants to sign a separate waiver of 

liability and release. Students enrolled in 

courses offered through the Adult Education 

Division are subject to the Medina County 

Career Center regulations and policies 

including those pertaining to student conduct 

and discipline. 

Class Cancellations 

The Medina County Career Center reserves 

the right to cancel, postpone or combine 

courses before or on the first night of class. 

Courses that do not attain the required 

minimum enrollment may be cancelled. 

Handicapped Accessibility 

The Medina County Career Center is fully 

handicapped accessible including physically 

impaired automatic access doors at both 

the front and rear entrances. Handicapped 

restroom facilities are on each floor and an 

elevator is at the northeast entrance of the 

building. 

Withdrawals and Refunds 

Registration does not automatically carry 

with it the right of a refund or reduction of 

indebtedness in cases of inability to attend 

class or in cases of withdrawal. The student 

assumes the risk of all changes in business or 

personal affairs. 

Non-Sufficient Fund Checks 

Any check, regardless of the amount, 

returned to the Medina County Career Center 

for insufficient funds will be given to the 

proper authorities and an additional $25 

charge will be assessed. 

School Closing 

When school is closed, due to inclement 

weather, television stations 3 (WKYC) and 5 

(WEWS) are our official TV stations. It is also 

broadcast on 8 (Fox), on the school website 

at www.mcjvs.edu and many radio stations 

which are associated with the TV stations. 

Please confirm closings on the website as 

Adult Education classes may continue as 

scheduled. 

Books 

Books are extra and not included in 

the tuition fee, unless specified. Book 

information will be provided following 

registration. 

Eligibility 

(Part-Time Classes) 

Admission is open to anyone 16 years or 

older (unless otherwise noted) regardless of 

educational background. Students in a fulltime 

high school must have the permission 

of their home district and the Director of 

Adult Education. Approval for admission 

is determined by the merits of each case. 

The Medina County Career Center does not 

accept credit for experiential learning. 

Fees 


Adult Education classes are self-supporting 

with all tuition fees applied to the total 

operation of the Adult Program. A $10 nonrefundable 

registration fee has been included 

in the tuition fee for each class regardless 

of cost. For those programs requiring a $100 

deposit, a $100 non-refundable registration 

fee has been included in the tuition fee. 

Registration may be done online, in person, 

or by phone. All registrations must be 

accompanied by full tuition and lab fees 

where required. Fees may be paid by cash, 

check, money order, MasterCard, VISA, or 

DiscoverCard. 

Refund Policy 


Refunds will be issued under the following 

circumstances: 

1. Full refunds will be issued when a class 

is cancelled by the Adult Education 

Department or fees may be applied to 

another class. 

2. Refunds must be requested before the 

class begins or before the beginning of 

the second scheduled class for a prorated 

refund. A $30 fee is deducted from 

the amount of each refund. A $100 fee is 

deducted from the amount of each refund 

for classes requiring a $100 deposit. 

3. Books and supplies are not refundable. 

Due to the fact that Adult Education classes 

are self-supporting, refund policies will be 

strictly enforced. Refund checks due to 

students who are eligible will be issued from 

the Treasurer’s Office. Refunds will be mailed 

within three weeks after the beginning of 

the class. However, every attempt will be 

made to process refunds at the earliest date 

possible. 

Certificate of Completion 


Certificates of Completion will be issued to 

students with 80% attendance and who 

meet minimum skill competency and grade 

requirements. 

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Institutional Accreditations 

Medina County Career Center Adult Education 

programs are approved by the Ohio Department 

of Higher Education and the Division of Career 

& Technical Education. Medina County Career 

Center Adult Education division is accredited by 

the Commission of the Council on Occupational 

Education (COE), 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, 

Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350, Telephone: 770-396- 

3898/FAX: 770-396-3790, www.council.org. 

In Case Of Discrimination 

The grievance procedures begin with the student 

or staff member presenting in writing his or 

her alleged grievance to their supervisor or the 

Adult Education Director. A copy of the complete 

grievance procedure is available upon request from 

the Office of the Title IX Coordinator, Janice Kollar, 

Medina County Career Center, 1101 West Liberty 

Street, Medina, OH 44256. The IX Coordinator may 

be reached by phone at (330) 725-8461. 

Admission Requirements (Full-Time) 

A high school diploma, High School Equivalent 

Diploma, General Education Development (GED) 

certificate or completed secondary-school 

education in a home-school setting treated as 

a home school or private school by state law is 

required for enrollment in the Career Development 

programs. However, students may enroll without a 

diploma or GED if they are participating in the Adult 

Diploma Program (applies to approved programs 

only) or complete a High School Equivalence 

Diploma before program graduation. Students that 

are foreign nationals and not able to provide proof 

of a high school diploma, may graduate if they 

attain a composite score of 14 on the WorkKeys 

test. Students must pass the TABE assessment test 

(see Admissions Procedure.) 

Admissions Procedure (Full-Time) 

• Review program information, job outlook, 

graduation rates, median debt of students who 

completed the program and other important 

information in the “Full-Time Programs” section of 

our website www.mcjvs.edu. Speak with an Adult 

Education staff member to answer any questions 

you may have; complete the “Hire” Education 

Application online. 

• Take the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) 

assessment, or provide a score report indicating 

college readiness from ACT/SAT or a similar 

college placement exam taken within a fiveyear 

timeframe. A college degree and official 

transcripts may be considered at the discretion of 

the Director. 

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student 

Aid (FAFSA) application online at www.fafsa. 

ed.gov using the MCCC School Code (015612). 

Once you have received your Student Aid Report 

(SAR), schedule an appointment with a Financial 

Aid Coordinator to review your eligibility for 

financial assistance. If you do not have access 

to a computer or would like help, schedule 

an appointment to meet with a Financial Aid 

Coordinator at (330) 725-8461, ext. 333. 

• Register with the $100 (non-refundable) 

application fee in the Adult Education Office. 

Law Enforcement registration fee is $125 (nonrefundable). 

Students must complete OPOTA 

forms and pass the required physical fitness 

assessment. Contact Law Enforcement Academy 

at (330) 725-8461, ext. 272 for details. 

• Schedule a background/fingerprint check. The 

cost of the background check is included in the 

registration fee. 

• Confirmation of your admission into the program 

will be verified with an acceptance letter. 

Transfer Of Credit (Full-Time) 

Accepting transfer of credit for another institution 

is at the discretion of the Adult Education Office. 

There is no guarantee that transfer of credit is 

accepted unless met by the stated guidelines. 

Acceptance of a transfer credit for a course 

completed in other post-secondary institutions 

when comparable in scope to the coursework 

offered may be granted, based on meeting the 

following factors: 

• Comparability of the nature, content, and level 

of transfer of credit and the appropriateness and 

applicability of the credit earned to programs 

offered by Medina County Career Center are 

determining factors in the evaluation process for 

transfer credit to be awarded. 

• The student must also meet the acceptable 

standards of educational accomplishment 

through a given assessment selected by the 

instructor or program coordinator according to 

the offered course module (must obtain a 70% 

or better). The assessment will reflect a valid 

evaluation measure to represent student learning 

outcomes applicable to that transfer of credit that 

is reflective of the coursework offered within the 

Career Development program. 

• The course should align with the curriculum, 

materials and topics covered in the Medina 

County Career Center course. 

• Evidence of appropriate academic level may also 

be requested showing satisfactory grades for 

the course completed as well as a request of the 

syllabus or study guide for the course. 

• Due to all career development programs 

commencing concurrently, the Medina County 

Career Center does not permit transfers between 

programs once the school year has started. 

The decision to accept an academic transfer 

of credit may include the Adult Career Center 

Administrator, Program Coordinator, and instructors 

of Medina County Career Center. 

Refund Policy (Full-Time) 

Students who begin classes will receive a refund 

according to the following schedule: 

• A full refund will be given if the class is cancelled 

by the school. 

• Refunds, when due, are made within 45 days of 

last day of attendance. 

• The $100 or $125 registration fee is nonrefundable. 

• All materials that have been distributed to 

students are non-refundable. 

• Students withdrawing once class has begun will 

be assessed a $100 administration fee. 

• Students will be charged for time, which they 

were scheduled to be in school, on a per-hour 

basis beginning on the fifth day of class. 

• Any student completing more than 50% of their 

class will be charged their full tuition and must 

also pay a $100 administration fee. 

• Financial Aid (Pell Grant) refunds will be made 

according to the Federal Return of Title IV Funds 

Policy. 

• A withdrawn student is responsible for the 

difference between the Pell Award earned and 

the balance due to MCCC. Financial Aid recipients 

who withdraw from a course must be aware that, 

according to federal regulations, their financial aid 

grants may be reduced and/or they may be held 

responsible for repayment to MCCC. 

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We are a learning community 

providing students with a 

competitive advantage through 

career technical education and 

academic excellence. 

“OhioHigherEd” University System Provider 

Adult Education 

1101 West Liberty Street 


330.725.8461 • 866.896.6222 

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Adult Education Spring 2021

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