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About the Career Center
Whether you're looking to start a new career, sharpen your skills, or take the next step forward, you're in the right place. At the Adult Career Center, we connect motivated learners with real-world training aligned with Ohio’s growing workforce needs. Together, we’re building talent, strengthening communities, and powering the region’s economy—one success story at a time.
Kristian Smith, Director, Adult Career Center
Email: Ksmith@lcjvs.net
Welcome to the Adult Career Center
Real Skills. Real Opportunities.
A message from the Director:
At Lorain County JVS, we’re proud to empower adult learners with the tools, training, and support to reach their career goals. Whether you're starting fresh, leveling up, or making a career change — you're in the right place.
Our programs are built in partnership with local and regional industries to ensure what you learn aligns with today’s workforce demands. From skilled trades to healthcare, manufacturing, and beyond, we focus on in-demand careers that offer stability, mobility, and opportunity.
Every step of the way, our team is here to support you — from career advising and financial aid assistance to hands-on training and job placement. At the Adult Career Center, you’ll find a student-centered environment committed to helping you succeed in the classroom and in the workforce.
Let’s build your future — together.
The Adult Career Center is an accredited institution of higher education
Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center strives to collect accurate job placement data on all program completers from our Career Development programs. LCJVS Adult Career Center calculates, and discloses, two placement rates; an Accrediting Agency Rate and a State Authorizing Agency Rate. LCJVS Adult Career Center is an accredited institution by the Commission for the Council on Occupational Education (COE). Accreditation is a status granted to an educational institution or program that has been found to meet or exceed stated criteria of educational quality and student achievement. Accreditation by COE is viewed as a nationally-honored seal of excellence for occupational education institutions and denotes honesty and integrity. Our instructors are qualified practitioners in their area of instruction with real work experience in their field and are certified by the Ohio Department of Education. LCJVS Adult Career Center is authorized in the State of Ohio by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
Placement Rates and Placement Rate Methodology 2025
Council on Occupational Education Website: Accrediting Agency Information
To file a complaint with the Council on Occupational Education (COE), first follow the institution’s internal grievance procedure. If unresolved, submit a signed complaint to the COE, including a description of the grievance and the steps already taken. The COE will send the complaint to the institution for a response, then provide the complainant an opportunity to comment before a commission makes a final judgment
1-800-917-2081
7840 Roswell Road Building 300, Suite 325 Atlanta, GA 30350
Ohio Department of Higher Education Website : State Authorizing Agency Information
To file a complaint with the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE), you must first attempt to resolve the issue directly with the institution by following their internal complaint process. If that fails, you can submit a complaint to ODHE. The ODHE will then review the complaint, request more information if needed, and forward a copy to the institution for their response
Career-Focused Programs for Every Path
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Career Development Programs
Get the training and certifications you need to enter or advance in high-demand fields.
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Adult Diploma Program
Earn your high school diploma and industry credential — at no cost — if you're 18+ and an Ohio resident.
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Customized Training for Businesses
Tailored workforce solutions for companies across industries and sizes.
Discover Customized Training
Admission to educational programs accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE) is open to students 18 years or older who hold a high school diploma or GED and are looking to enter or re-enter the workforce or start a new career. These requirements may be waived if the student is enrolling in a specially designated program such as the Adult Diploma Program (ADP) or programs designed to enhance a high school students’ credential attainment. All exceptions may require proper documentation and prior administrative approval.
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Consumer Information, Disclosures, Support Materials, and Policies
Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center is committed to transparency and student success. Here you'll find important information about our policies, student rights (grievance form), security report, disability services, veteran services and student handbook . We encourage all prospective and current students to review these details before enrolling.
