It’s a partnership between Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center, LCCC, North Ridgeville City Schools, and O’Neill Healthcare that allows students to earn their Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential while in high school.

High school seniors, ages 16 and older, who are interested in health care and able to attend afternoon and clinical sessions. 

Students must have their own transportation to-and-from LCCC and O’Neill Healthcare.

No. The program is fully funded through Ohio’s investment in career-technical education. Students will be responsible to purchase scrubs. 

• Complete the OTC+ Interest Form to express your interest in the program with North Ridgeville City Schools

• Await confirmation from North Ridgeville City Schools

• Submit enrollment paperwork with North Ridgeville City Schools

• Prepare for class — information on schedules, uniforms, and clinical expectations will be provided before the semester begins.

Register Now | Interest Form

Students will need to complete the following as part of the application process:

• Background Check (North Ridgeville High School) 
• Physical by a Health Care Provider 
• Complete Lorain County Community College – College Credit Plus Application
  • Students must complete the form to access Bridges-to-Success Program
  • Only complete if you never applied or completed LCCC credit course

• Semester: 2nd Semester | January 2026

• Class Days/Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:00 – 5:30 PM

• Clinical Experience: Two full-day sessions in April (16 hours total), scheduled in small groups

• Locations:

  • LCCC Ridge Campus – 32121 Lorain Rd, North Ridgeville

  • O’Neill Healthcare – 38600 Center Ridge Rd, North Ridgeville

**Students must successfully complete 90-hours of course work, combined with clinical instruction.**

Students will graduate with a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential, First Aid/CPR certification, and pre-apprenticeship completion status. Active enrollment through Lorain County Community College Bridge Program.

All grades and credentials earned through OTC+ are recorded directly on the student’s high school transcript, ensuring academic recognition and contributing toward graduation requirments.

One college credit through active enrollment through Lorain County Community College Bridges to Success Program with the possibility of additional credit upon CNA licensure.

Successfully Complete 90-Hours of Course Work, Combined with Clinical Instruction

Course work is facilitated through an LCJVS instructor at Lorain County Community College (LCCC) North Ridgeville Campus, and students will be enrolled in LCCC’s Bridges To Success health care exploration. Details about Bridges to Success can be found here: Bridges to Success - Lorain County Community College
 

Students who have not completed the College Credit Plus Application and/or have never completed an LCCC credit course, must complete the application below. 

College Credit Plus | Complete Form with LCCC

Yes! Students will complete clinical training at O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville and have access to LCJVS Career Services and LCCC Career Services. Successful completers may also receive a guaranteed interview with O’Neill Healthcare.

Contact Us

Have questions or need help getting started? We’re here to guide you.

• Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center – Kristian Smith, Director, Adult Career Center, ksmith@lcjvs.net

  • High School Supervisor, Michelle McClinitic, mmcclintic@lcjvs.net

• North Ridgeville City Schools – Lee Armbruster, Coordinator, Community Partnerships and Educational Opportunities, leearmbruster@nrcs.net

• LCCC Ridge Campus – Cindy Kushner, Director, School Workforce & Community Partnership, ckushner@lorainccc.edu

• O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville – Jason Jacob, Ancillary Service, ancillary.services@oneillhc.com

👉 Or simply complete the OTC+ Interest Form, and a member of our team will follow up.