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Power Ohio’s Manufacturing Workforce

Train for an In-Demand Career in Manufacturing and More—and Help Drive Ohio’s Economic Growth.

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Automation Maintenance Technician
Power the Systems That Move Products and Drive Industry

Train for in-demand roles supporting today’s high-tech supply chain and automation infrastructure. This hands-on program prepares students for entry-level employment as automation and service technicians in logistics, manufacturing, and distribution settings. Learn the fundamentals of safety, equipment operation, and system maintenance while gaining introductory skills in welding and machining. Students train to support, repair, and maintain automated material handling systems—the backbone of modern supply chains.

Earn multiple nationally recognized credentials including:

  • MSSC Equipment Maintenance (CTSCA-EM)

  • MSSC Equipment Repair (CTSCA-ER)

  • MSSC Network Repair (CTSCA-NR)

  • OSHA 30: General Industry

Supply chain automation is a growing field critical to manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing across Ohio.

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Program-Specific Details

  • Dates - September 2, 2025 - June 15, 2026

    Days and Times of Program - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - 4:00 - 9:30 PM

  • Tuition – $7,160.00

    Textbook – $300.00
    E-Learning Modules

    Hours – 600 hours 

  • Automation Maintenace Technician Cost Sheet 2025

  • MSSC Equipment Maintenance (CTSCA-EM)

    MSSC Equipment Repair (CTSCA-ER)

    MSSC Network Repair (CTSCA-NR)

    OSHA 30: General Industry

    Occupations Associated with Training: Occupations Associated with Training

  • Graduate Rate = N/A * New Program as of Fall 2025

    Total Completion Rate = N/A * New Program as of Fall 2025

    Graduate Placement Rate = N/A * New Program as of Fall 2025

    Industry Credential Passage Rate = N/A * New Program as of Fall 2025

    *There were no program graduates during time period for the annual report. Based on the Council on Occupational Education Annual Report 2024 for Reporting Period 01/01/2023-12/31/2023.  The placement rate is based on those completers who are employed in a field related to their job training program.  Actual number of students who are employed after graduation may be higher.

     

  • This is a Career Development (CD) program that is approved by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE).

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Automotive Service Technician

Drive Ohio’s Future—Start Your Automotive Caree

Train to become a certified technician and support Ohio’s transportation and manufacturing industries.

Master core automotive systems through hands-on training and classroom instruction. Develop skills in diagnostics, repair, and service across engine systems, transmissions, brakes, electronics, and HVAC. Prepare for ASE Entry-Level Certification and begin a high-demand career maintaining the vehicles that move Ohio’s economy forward.

Ohio is a national leader in transportation equipment manufacturing—skilled technicians are critical to its continued growth.

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Program-Specific Details:

  • Dates - September 2, 2025 - June 16, 2026

    Days and Times of Program - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - 4:00 - 9:30 PM

  • Tuition – $6,675.00

    Textbook – $225.00
    Modern Automotive Technology 10th Edition. Text/Work Book Bundle ISBN #978 1 6456 691 4 

    Hours – 600 hours 

  • Automotive Service Tehcnician Cost Sheet 2025

  • ASE Certification

    Occupations Associated with Training: Occupations Associated with Training

  • Graduate Rate = 87.50% 

    Total Completion Rate = 88%

    Graduate Placement Rate = 67%

    Industry Credential Passage Rate = N/A

    *There were no program graduates during time period for the annual report. Based on the Council on Occupational Education Annual Report 2024 for Reporting Period 01/01/2023-12/31/2023.  The placement rate is based on those completers who are employed in a field related to their job training program.  Actual number of students who are employed after graduation may be higher.

  • This program is eligible for the Adult Diploma pathway. 

  • This is a Career Development (CD) program that is approved by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE).

CNC Operations & CAD/CAM Programming
Precision Training for Ohio’s Advanced Manufacturing Sector

Prepare for careers in CNC machining, mold making, and tool & die with hands-on, employer-aligned instruction.

This 300-hour program blends technical training and CAD/CAM programming with real-world machining practices. Students will learn CNC setup, operations, and software fundamentals while preparing to earn the NIMS CNC Mill Operations credential. Aligned with local employer needs through the Lorain County Manufacturing Sector Partnership.

With thousands of unfilled jobs in Ohio, CNC technicians are essential to the future of modern manufacturing.

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Program–Specific Details:

  • Fall Dates - September 2, 2025 - January 21, 2026

    Winter Dates - February 2, 2026 - June 17, 2026

    Days and Times of Program - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday – 4:00 - 9:30 PM

  • Tuition – $4,178.00

    Textbook – $205.00 
    Precision Machine Technology Workbook and Project Manuel ISBN# 978-1337-79531-9
    NIMS Machining Level 1 Study Guide ISBN# 978-128-542277-0

    Hours – 300 hours

  • CNC Operations & CAD/CAM Programming Cost Sheet September 2025

    CNC Operations & CAD/CAM Programming Cost Sheet February 2026

  • NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) CNC Mill Operations
    OSHA 10

    Occupations Associated with Training: Occupations Associated with Training: 

  • Graduate Rate = N/A *New Program as of Fall 2024

    Total Completion Rate = N/A *New Program as of Fall 2024

    Graduate Placement Rate = N/A *New Program as of Fall 2024

    Industry Credential Passage Rate = N/A *New Program as of Fall 2024

    * We had no program completers during the reporting period. Based on the Council on Occupational Education Annual Report 2024 for Reporting Period 01/01/2023 - 12/31/2023. The placement rate is based on those completers who are employed in a filed to their job training program. Actual number of students who are employed after graduation may be higher.

  • This is a Career Development (CD) program that is approved by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE).

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Welding/Fabrication
Weld Your Way Into Ohio’s Manufacturing Workforce

Gain expert-led training, earn industry credentials, and enter one of the state’s most essential trades.

Start with welding fundamentals and advance your skills with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding across all positions. Learn safe operation, metal fusion, equipment setup, and electrode selection. With instructor approval, you’ll have the opportunity to earn AWS certification—preparing you for immediate job placement in Ohio’s booming fabrication sector.

Welders are in high demand across manufacturing, construction, and repair industries statewide.

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Program–Specific Details:

  • Fall Dates – August 19, 2025 - January 20, 2026
    Days and Times of Program - Tuesday and Wednesday - 4:30 - 9:00 PM

    Winter Dates – January 27, 2026 - June 17, 2026
    Days and Times of Program - Tuesday and Wednesday - 4:30 - 9:00 PM

  • Tuition – $4,657.00

    Textbook – $337.00
    Welding Skills 5th Edition Textbook ISBN# 978-0826930842
    Welding Skills 5th Edition Workbook ISBN# 978-0826930859
    Blueprint Reading for Welders 9th Edition ISBN# 978-1133605782

    Hours – 180 hours

  • Welding/Fabrication Cost Sheet Fall 2025

    Welding/Fabrication Cost Sheet Winter 2026

  • AWS Qualification

    Occupations Associated with Training: Occupations Associated with Training

  • Graduate Rate = 90.48% 

    Total Completion Rate = 69%

    Graduate Placement Rate = 67%

    Industry Credential Passage Rate = N/A

    *Based on the Council on Occupational Education Annual Report 2024 for Reporting Period 01/01/2023-12/31/2023.  The placement rate is based on those completers who are employed in a field related to their job training program.  Actual number of students who are employed after graduation may be higher.

  • This program is eligible for the Adult Diploma pathway.

  • This is a Career Development (CD) program that is approved by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE).

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