Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center

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.

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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.

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Career-Focused Programs for Every Path

Career Development Programs
Get the training and certifications you need to enter or advance in high-demand fields.
Financial Aid
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.

Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center COE Annual Plans

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Student Consumer Information Disclosures

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Lorain County JVS Annual Campus Security and Safety Report 2024

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Disability Services and ADA Disability Verification Form

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Veterans Services

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Student Grievance/Complaint Policy and Form

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