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North Ridgeville Collaborative

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Allied Health Pathway at North Ridgeville City Schools

A bold Partnership with Lorain County JVS, Lorain County Community College, and O'Neill Healthcare

OTC+ North Ridgeville Collaborative

Launching Careers in Healthcare Through Education and Partnership.

The OTC+ North Ridgeville Collaborative gives students the opportunity to earn their Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential while still in high school. Through classroom instruction, clinical training, and hands-on patient care experiences, students build the skills and confidence needed to step directly into the healthcare workforce or continue into nursing and allied health programs.

This collaborative program, offered at the LCCC Ridge Campus and O’Neill Healthcare (clinicals) North Ridgeville, combines education and workforce training so students graduate with credentials, real-world experience, and a pathway forward.

Program Structure: 

  • Required Course Work
    • Lorain County Community College, North Ridgeville Campus 
  • Clinical Instruction
    • O’Neill Health Care, North Ridgeville Location
  • Facilitated
    • Lorain County JVS

 

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FAQs, Schedule, Enrollment, and Program Details

  • 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 juniors and seniors who are interested in healthcare and able to attend afternoon and clinical sessions.

  • 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.

  • No. The program is fully funded through Ohio’s investment in career-technical education.

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

    • 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

    • 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.

  • 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

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

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

    • O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville – [insert contact person]

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

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

  • 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.