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Theodore Roosevelt High School Career Technical Education is a member of the Six District Educational Compact. The Six District Educational Compact offers 25 career-technical programs. All Six District Educational Compact programs, with the exception of auto specialization, provide opportunity for students to earn College Tech Prep status. For more information about all the Six District Educational Compact Career Technical Education programs visit www.sixdistrict.com.   Read the descriptions below to find a TRHS Career Technical program that interests you. Contact Brian Bachtel, Career-Technical Director, or Edna Hensel, CTE Administrative Assistant, at (330) 676-8740 to learn more about starting your career this year!

Career Technical Education Offerings:

• Athletic Healthcare and Fitness
• Business Management
• Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
• Construction Technologies
• Cosmetology
• Electronic Technologies
• Engineering Academy
• Family and Consumer Sciences
• Health Careers Technologies
• Marketing Education
• Teaching Professions
• Forestry and Landscape Management
• Wood Product Technologies and Cabinetry
• Job Training 

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This hands-on program provides knowledge and real-life experiences in the prevention, recognition, treatment, rehabilitation and administration of athletic, as well as other common injuries. Under the direction of two teachers who are also nationally certified and state-licensed athletic trainers, students develop both basic and advanced skills in the classroom lab setting during the first year of the program.

Instruction in the second year focuses on individual career exploration in which students have the opportunity to work and learn outside of the classroom with local professionals in medical, clinical and fitness facilities. In this College Tech Prep career pathway, Athletic Health Care and Fitness links directly to bachelor’s degree programs at The University of Akron (students can earn up to 7 credits) and Kent State University (students can earn up to 4 credits).

This program is well-suited to individuals who have career interests in athletic training and fitness, physical therapy and emergency medicine.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Are you looking for an educational experience that is exciting and fast-paced? Look no further than Athletic Health Care and Fitness. This program will provide knowledge and real life experiences in recognizing, initially treating and rehabilitating athletic injuries.

Under the direction of a licensed athletic trainer, students will assist injured athletes from the onset of injury to their full return to competition. Students will also learn about prevention of injury through the practice of proper sports nutrition, conditioning and weight training. Learning about the proper use and selection of sports related equipment will also provide students with knowledge and experience in injury reduction.

The Athletic Health Care and Fitness Program will help you select and prepare for a future in fitness or a variety of health related careers.

PROGRAM TIME

• Two years
• Three periods daily
• University of Akron (students can earn up to 7 credits)
• Kent State University (students can earn up to 4 credits)

GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Assisting with treatment and rehabilitation of injuries
• Assisting the athletic trainer with evaluation and initial treatment of injuries
• Carrying out duties assigned by the athletic trainer
• Assisting in fitness setting

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• Prevention of athletic injuries
• Recognition of athletic injuries
• First Aid and CPR
• Treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries
• Conditioning principles
• Weight training principles

WITH CONTINUED EDUCATION, WHAT KIND OF JOBS WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO ME?

• Athletic Trainer
• Physical/occupational and other related therapy fields
• EMT, paramedic, fire fighter
• Medical Doctor

Business Management is an exciting two-year College Tech Prep initiative designed for student interested in a business management career. Students study management practices as they apply to business and law, economics, sales, software skills, rick management, human relations, entrepreneurship and global business trends.

All students are provided opportunities for leadership development through the Business Professionals of America national student organization. Students as well as professors will visit the classroom for guest lectures and special activities through our partnership with the Kent State University.

Students who successfully complete this two-year program are eligible to earn up to 9 credit hours from the University of Akron, Summit College, and are also eligible to receive an academic scholarship.

DESCRIPTION:

Business Management (Tech Prep) is a two-year program for anyone interested in pursuing a business career. Students study management principles as they apply to American business practices, investing in the stock market, economics, sales, software skills, global business trends and the culture of major markets of the world. Practical experience in management and entrepreneurship is gained by organizing and operating three separate virtual businesses, as well as operating the school spirit store.

PROGRAM TIME

• Two years
• Three periods daily (includes one credit for CP Business English)
• Students who successfully complete this two-year program are eligible to earn up to 9 credit hours from the University of Akron, Summit College

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Creative problem solver
• Excellent communication skills
• Management/leadership skills
• Well organized and detail oriented
• Personable and confident
• Work independently

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• Business management principles
• Business computer software
• Computer operation and applications
• Accounting
• Risk Management
• Written communications
• Human relations skills
• Business Presentations

WITH CONTINUED EDUCATION, WHAT KIND OF JOBS WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO ME?

• Accountant or financial manager
• Business manager
• Administrative service manager
• Human resources manager
• Risk management
• Sports management
• Computer information manager
• Small business owner or entrepreneur

This exciting professional program combines CAD (Computer-Aided Design) with CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing). Students will learn to use CAD and CAM software technology, as well as become familiar with the skills needed to plan, design and execute drawings in their Career Pathway area of interest.

All students will study the areas of required competencies, which will be connected to areas of specialty as determined by student interest. The unique program design incorporates team teaching, student project and portfolio, as well as flexibility of time and class periods. Students will benefit from direct connection with professionals in their interest areas.

DESCRIPTION:

As part of this two-year program, students will be prepared to communicate design information to business and industry using CAD drawings. They will learn to convert CAD drawings into computer instructions for Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines, which produce parts for business and industry.

PROGRAM TIME

• One or two year program
• One period of theory and two periods of lab daily

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Algebra I or equivalent required; Geometry recommended
• Attention to detail and ability to follow directions
• Organizational skills
• Ability to visualize completed projects
• Communication skills

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• Sketching and CAD
• Blueprint design, production and interpretation
• Geometric construction
• CAD/CAM design and application
• Basic dimensioning
• Industrial and manufacturing process
• 2-D and 3-D engraving
• Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) programming and application
• Integrating CAD/CAM software with a Laser Engraver/Printer

WITH CONTINUED EDUCATION, WHAT KIND OF JOBS WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO ME?

• Computer-Aided Design Technician
• Aerospace Machinist
• Tool Design Engineer
• CNC Program
• CAD/CAM Systems Programmer
• Industrial Manufacturing Technician
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing Technician
• Associate’s degree in Drafting and CAD technology
• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Technology
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Business

Construction Technologies (Tech Prep): Students interested in working with hand and power tools and who want to learn skills they can use on-the-job or in their own home should consider this program. Emphasis is placed on both rough and finished carpentry with introductions to plumbing, masonry and residential wiring. Working in the lab, students will learn by constructing with their hands in order to build a strong foundation for a career in the building trades.

Completers have entered apprenticeships, entered two-year and four-year college programs in Construction Technology, Construction Management, Surveying and Architecture, started their own construction businesses or worked as building and property maintenance personnel, as well as carpenters for contractors and builders.

DESCRIPTION:

If you like the idea of working with hand and power tools and want to learn skills that you can use on the job or in your own home, take a look at this program. You’ll get a good foundation for a career in one of the building trades where completers have entered apprenticeships in carpentry, plumbing, electricity and masonry. Eventually, you may work your way up to being a general contractor, construction supervisor, property manager or a building inspector. There’s a lot of new construction going on in the area, and this program could open a door to your future.

PROGRAM TIME

• Two year program
• Three periods of Construction Technology daily
• 12^th grade externship

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Involves working both indoors and outdoors
• Involves working with tools and equipment
• Involves planning and designing
• Involves measuring
• Involves standing, walking, balancing, stepping and crawling
• Involves medium lifting, up to ninety pounds

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• Rough and finish carpentry
• Basic plumbing
• Residential wiring
• Basic math and measuring
• Blueprint reading
• Cabinet and countertop construction  and installation
• Personal and job-site safety

WITH CONTINUED EDUCATION, WHAT KIND OF JOBS WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO ME?

• Carpenter
• Plumber
• Roofer
• Electrician
• Construction Foreman
• Builder
• Architect
• Surveyor
• Construction project manager

Students are prepared to take Ohio’s Licensing Board of Cosmetology Certification Test. Students passing this exam will be licensed cosmetologists qualified for immediate employment, performing professional grooming services related to the care of hair, skin and nails. Instructors and students are kept up to date in this rapidly changing profession by attending shows and conferences, hosting guest artists and participating in competitions.

Internships will be available in “high end” salons. Students are eligible to earn 30 college credits through the University of Akron, Summit College.

DESCRIPTION:

If you are artistic and interested in hair styling, makeup analysis and nail care, here’s a program that allows you to apply your talents and your interests. Instructors and students are kept up to date in this rapidly changing profession by attending shows and conferences, hosting guest artists and participating in competitions. As soon as you complete this two-year program you can apply to take the State Board exam and become a licensed Cosmetologist. You’ll be qualified for immediate employment, performing professional grooming services related to the care of hair, skin and nails. Who knows — some day you could become a famous make-up artist or a salon owner!

PROGRAM TIME

• Two years
• Four periods daily blocked with CP English (11th grade)
• Five periods daily blocked with CP English (12th grade)
• Students are eligible to earn 30 college credits through the University of Akron, Summit College.

GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS/EQUIPMENT

• Professional salon equipment and tools
• Student kits and mannequins
• Involves standing for long periods
• Involves working with chemicals
• Involves working with hands at shoulder height

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• Styling and care of the hair using many tools and products
• Shaping and cutting the hair
• Permanently waving or relaxing the hair
• Hair tinting and lightening
• Dispensing and controlling supplies
• Office procedures
• Cleaning and styling wigs
• Manicure, pedicure and sculpture nails
• Facial treatments and make-up

WHAT KIND OF JOBS WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO ME?

• Hair specialist
• Manicurist and pedicurist
• Hair colorist
• Make-up consultant and technician
• Skin specialist
• Waxing technician
• Body wrap technician
• Dermatologist assistant
• Manager/owner of a salon

The exciting and dynamic field of electronics is full of career opportunities. In this program, students acquire a level of understanding from basic electronics to electrical engineering.

This is a great program for students who wish to enter the workforce immediately, get further training in technical schools, join the military, or major in electrical or electronic engineering in college.

DESCRIPTION:

The Electronics program is one-half theory and one-half “hands on” applications. The first part of your typical day in the Career Education program will be spent working at your own pace through an electronics theory lesson. The second part of your day will be with a hands-on lab or project. You can take Electronics 1A as a one semester elective, and optionally continue in Electronics 1B for another semester.

This class is typically offered 5^th period at RHS, and is open to 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. Ninth grade students can also enrol, but must have completed algebra in eighth grade. The Electronics class is also part of the Engineering Academy. Students in this program will take electronics for 9 weeks at a time in level I and level II.

PROGRAM TIME

• Electronics 1A (.5cr) elective, & optional Electronics 1B (.5cr) elective. Open to 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. 9th grade students can also enrol, but must have completed algebra in eighth grade.
• Career Ed Electronics: 6^th, 7^th, 8^th period open to 11^th and 12^th grade students.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Intro to soldering project
• Build a PC from a barebones kit
• circuit construction- police siren, digital roulette
• Robotics
• Strobe light project kit
• AM/FM portable radio kit
• traditional telephone kit
• PIC programming / the Awesome Cube
• PLC programming and applications

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• DC circuits: voltage, current, power, resistance. Ohm’s laws.
• AC circuits: motors, inductors, transformers, capacitors
• Analog circuits: diodes, LEDs, transistors, oscillators, pulse circuits
• Digital circuits: Integrated circuits, 555 timers, Logic gates, PLCs
• Programming: BASIC & C language
• Computer applications: A+ lessons.

WITH CONTINUED EDUCATION, WHAT KIND OF JOBS WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO ME?

• Field Engineer
• Electronic Technician
• CATV, Satellite Installer
• Car Audio Installer
• Computer Technician
• Network Analyst
• Programmer

This two-year College Tech Prep Academy combines academically competitive, college prep courses with hands-on technical studies. Students rotate through four technology areas-computer-aided design, (CAD), electronics, manufacturing and polymers.

College prep courses in English, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus, and Physics are linked with the technology curriculum. Various instructional approaches are used, including team teaching, work teams, self-directed studies, and project-based learning. Students are eligible to earn 15 college credits through the University of Akron, Summit College.

DESCRIPTION:

This College Tech Prep career pathway is connected to the Akron Area College Tech Prep Consortium, and leads directly to a four-year degree or a two-year associate degree.

PROGRAM TIME

• Two years
• 3.5 hours daily-4 periods
• Up to three technical credits plus three academic credits per year
• Students are eligible to earn 15 college credits through the University of Akron, Summit College.

PREREQUISITES

• Algebra
• Completion of one college prep credit in science and English
• Recommended: Geometry; Average G.P.A. of 2.5 for Algebra I, English, and science for three previous semesters; Average 95% attendance for three previous semesters

AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

• Basic electronic principles
• Industrial & manufacturing systems
• Computer-aided design
• Lab testing procedures/standards
• Physics
• Alg. II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus or AP Calc.
• College Prep English, including:
• Academic and technical writing
• Research and report preparation
• Communication/presentation skills

WITH CONTINUED EDUCATION, WHAT KIND OF JOBS WOULD BE AVAILABLE TO ME?

• Engineering
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Polymers
• Electronics
• Quality Control Technology
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Machine Tool & Die Technology
• Apprenticeships
• Business
• Electrical, Electronic and Electromechanical Engineering