Aspire2Tech

A solid set of skills in reading, writing and math lay the groundwork for success in post-secondary education and the workforce. The Aspire2Tech program offered at Southeast Technical College through the Hovland Learning Center prepares individuals with the necessary education to go on to start careers in Childcare, Healthcare, Business 或制造.

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儿童保育概论

The 儿童保育概论 course teaches developmental milestones, nutritional needs and appropriate disciplinary strategies for young children. 学生们也获得了 reading and language skills and learn about the behaviors and values needed for the 工作场所. Students will also earn a 职业道德证书通过这门课程.

先决条件:
Reading grade equivalent of 4-8

Language grade equivalent of 4-8

医疗保健概论

The 医疗保健概论 course teaches patient care skills and effective communication and interpersonal skills, the principles of infection control. 学生们也获得了 reading and language skills and learn about the behaviors and values needed for the 工作场所. Students will also earn a 职业道德证书通过这门课程.

先决条件:
Reading grade equivalent of 5-8

Language grade equivalent of 5-8

Introduction to General 行业 Safety

In the Introduction to General 行业 Safety course, students will learn about the hazards workers may face on the job and about safe and healthy work environments, as well as reading and language skills. Students will also earn a 职业道德证书通过这门课程.

先决条件:
Reading grade equivalent of 4-8

Language grade equivalent of 4-8

商业概论

In the 商业概论 course, students will learn computer skills, including typing, word processing and basic spreadsheets. 学生们也获得了 reading and language skills and learn about the behaviors and values needed for the 工作场所. Students will also earn a 职业道德证书通过这门课程.

先决条件:
Reading grade equivalent of 4-8

Language grade equivalent of 4-8

Earn Additional Certifications

National Career Readiness Certificate

学生, successfully complete an Aspire2Tech course have the opportunity to get a National Career Readiness Certificate. Southeast Technical College and the Aspire2Tech program work in conjunction with the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation 提供这个证书. ACT WorkKeys exams are the foundation of the ACT National Career Readiness System, a job skills credentialing system. 学生可以通过ACT考试 National Career Readiness Certificate by taking three ACT WorkKeys exams:

应用数学
定位信息
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职业道德证书

The curriculum focuses on developing these basic soft skills, often referred to as work ethic, and include how workers:

与人相处
上班
解决冲突
把方向
表达的专业性

Employers around the country say that these skills are the most important factor in hiring a new employee, even above the technical skills for the job. 学生, complete the Introduction to General 行业 Safety course will get this certificate 他们的课程作业.

项目要求

Students wishing to enroll in an Aspire2Tech program must be:

16岁

年满16岁和 beyond the compulsory attendance age (18 years of age in South Dakota).
没有登记

Not enrolled in any K-12 schools.
有效的ID

In possession of a valid Social Security card or comparable documentation.

时间长度

Each course offered through Aspire2Tech will meet 8-16 weeks for a total of 64-256 小时.

先决条件

There may be required scores in reading, math and language. 请参阅每个课程详细信息清单.

成本

Individuals enrolled in Aspire2Tech are not charged a tuition fee, but are responsible for purchasing the materials and supplies required for their class. 请联系 the Southeast Tech Bookstore for details.