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According to the Career Readiness Council, what is needed is a more comprehensive strategy that bridges the gap between education and workforce preparation. The Academy is part of the overarching strategy. Career Readiness Council 2012

What’s Inside

About the Academy

Our School and Industry

Partnerships

High School and Dual Credit

Opportunities

Course Descriptions

Frequently Asked Questions

Enrollment Process Main Campus, Mount Vernon, WA

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P r o f e s s i o n a l P r e p a r a t i o n f o r F u t u r e S u c c e s s

Main Campus Quall Center 2205 West Campus Place Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Anacortes Campus Marine Technology Center 1606 R Avenue Anacortes, WA 98221

Whatcom Campus Meridian High School 194 West Laurel Road Bellingham, WA 98226

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Industry-defined fields taught by professionals in

many unique and specialized educational programs

Take Charge of YOUR Education

About the Academy

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy is an extension of a student’s

high school where innovative educational opportunities are available. The

programs offered provide students with the skills, knowledge, and profes-

sional leadership training necessary for the workplace or continuing edu-

cation through an apprenticeship, community college, or university. Stu-

dents are also offered a jump-start through participation in a variety of

real-world experiences in addition to dual college credits, industry certifi-

cations, and license-testing ready where applicable. Program completion

certifications and competency certificates received by students represent

valuable employment skills because they meet industry standards and

increase potential earning power and post-secondary placement.

In most programs, students attend year-long programs either a morning

or afternoon session equivalent to three consecutive high school periods

daily. A variety of classes will offer a blended delivery model similar to

Running Start, where high school and college learners will be receiving

instruction simultaneously. The Academy is tuition free for high school

students however; some programs may have industry related costs/lab

fees.

Many Firsts The Northwest Career & Tech-nical Academy represents many firsts— it is the first High School

Skills Center program to be co-located on a community college campus in our na-tion

it is the first public school project in Washington State to be fully funded by the State Legislature

it's the first time that stu-dents in Skagit County will have access to unprece-dented technology and certificated programs cov-ering a wide array of pro-fessional level training.

State of the Art Dental Clinic

Marine Technology Campus, Anacortes, WA

Learn from Experts!

Each program is taught by industry professionals with years of experi-ence in the field. Instructors’ extensive connection to their industry pro-vides students with mentors, internships, job shadows, clinicals and oth-er real world experiences. Each program is operated like an independent business, offering students the exceptional opportunity to be immersed in their chosen career field on a daily basis. Students who choose to attend the Academy will be propelled into the world of work for three hours per day allowing for intense, relevant and rigorous instruction. Blend of Classroom and Clinical Space in the

Medical Technology Program

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The Academy partners with the largest food management company in

the world, Sodexo, to assist with the Culinary Arts program on our cam-

pus. Students receive instruction from a Master Chef from Sodexo.

DigiPen Institute of Technology is a partner in the Video Game Pro-

gramming Course. DigiPen believes in the mission of creating makers

of technology, not users of technology.

The Academy is proud of the many community, education and business partnerships

that help create meaningful and authentic job-related experiences for our students.

The Academy is a consortium of the six Skagit County school districts superinten-

dents— Anacortes, Burlington-Edison, Concrete, Mount Vernon, La Conner and

Sedro-Woolley, and the Skagit Valley College president. This consortium make up

the Administrative Council.

Other districts that have accessed the Academy for their students include Blaine, Ferndale, Lynden, Mount

Baker, Nooksack Valley, Meridian, Bellingham, Orcas Island, Stanwood-Camano, and Arlington!

Five of the Academy programs offer a blended delivery model to include Skagit

Valley College students. The Academy of Finance, Tourism and Hospitality, the

Academy of Veterinary Assisting, DigiPen Video Game Programming, and Den-

tal Assisting offer SVC students the opportunity to attend the Academy. All

main campus programs along with Marine Technology have dual, articulated

college credits.

Tech Prep is a dual-enrollment program that allows high school students

to take classes at the Academy and receive both high school and college

career and technical education credit upon successful completion of

Academy courses.

Bellingham Technical College has articulated credits in the Sustainable Engineering Academy Pro-

gram. Additionally, Skagit Valley College and Bellingham Technical College have partnered to pro-

vide the Dental Foundations Micro-certificate and Dental Assisting “bridge” Program.

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A career-ready student effectively navigates path-ways that connect educa-tion and employment. Career Readiness Council 2012

The Academy is excited to welcome North Coast Credit Union to the Cam-

pus during the 2012-2013 school year! Students in the Academy of Finance

will be exposed to a working branch of the credit union. This branch of

NCCU will be open to the public.

The JAG program is targeted to help youth overcome multiple barriers to be successful in school and life. The JAG model connects students with Academy Career and Technical Education programs providing the professional-technical skills that lead to post-secondary education, apprenticeships and employment. Students who participate in this program receive the necessary support to experience educational success and acquire leadership and employability skills. The Academy’s JAG program serves approximately 40-50 students per year. Students must apply to participate in JAG. Application information is available through the Academy’s JAG Coordinator.

Darlene Mindrum, M.Ed. Jobs for America’s Graduates Coordinator

Graduation from high school; postsecondary training including apprenticeship, enrollment in a 2 year, 4 year college or

other technical training program; serving in the U.S. Military; or job placement in part-time or full-time position Due to capacity, this program is open to high school juniors and seniors, with seniors receiving priority placement

One-on-one counseling for students to help identify goals and support in reaching goals Training on how to apply for college, obtain money for college, and college testing Career readiness training including job skills and job search techniques For qualifying students – financial support for materials, tests, classes, credit retrieval, etc.

“JAG has really helped with preparing for my scholarship essays and applications. Also filling out my FAFSA was very stress-ful and confusing but going to JAG and getting help to complete it really helped me out. This program is a major help to col-lege bound students.”

“JAG has provided me with the resources to write a scholarship essay, request letters of recommendation, and create an exceptional resume. Without JAG I would have never even thought about all the aspects such as financial aid because I would have to drop out due to financial issues.”

“JAG has helped me to realize that there are opportunities to collect funds for college and just because I come from a low income family that I can still succeed in college and whatever it is that I want to do in my future as an adult.”

“I love JAG because Darlene has helped me with scholarships essays, scholarship resources, and resumes. JAG is a big sup-port to the students who don’t know what to do after high school or are the first child from their family to go to college.”

“JAG has helped me understand what I need to do in order to get into college and how to do it. I learned how to write a resume and use it to help get a job. It also helped me on my search for work.”

OBJECTIVES FOR STUDENTS

SERVICES

JAG STUDENT QUOTES

J.A.G.: JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES PROGRAM

For additional information or to apply, see our web

site nwtech.k12.wa.us or call 360 848-0706

Program and High School Credits

College Credits, available to qualifying students

Academy of Finance ˠ 1.0 Technical Math

1.0 Business English

1.0 Occupational Ed

BMT 105 Intro to Bank & Financial Services 5 cr BMT 167 Money Management 5 cr OCTEC 140 10 Key Applications 3 cr SOSC 113 Job Search 1 cr

Culinary Arts

1.0 Technical Math

0.5 English

0.5 Fine Arts

1.0 Occupational Ed

CAHM 123 Safety & Sanitation 3 cr CHAM 175 Food Prep Lab 10 cr CAHM 174 Food Prep Theory 4 cr SOSC 113 Job Search 1 cr CAHM 199 Cooperative/Work-based 1 cr

Dental Technology ˠ 1.0 Science/Lab Science

0.5 Technical English

0.5 Health

1.0 Occupational Ed

AHE 106 Anatomy and Physiology 6 cr AHE 200 First Aid & Emergency 3 cr DEN 100 Introduction to Dental Assisting 1 cr DEN 110 Dental Foundations 5 cr DEN 105 Head and Neck Anatomy 2 cr SOSC 113 Job Search 1 cr DEN 114 Dental Sciences 4 cr

DigiPen Video Game Programming

1.0 Algebra 2 1.0 Fine Arts 1.0 Computer Science

MIT 105 Two-Dimensional Level Design I 5 cr MIT 205 Two-Dimensional Level Design II 5 cr MIT 235 User Interface Design 5 cr SOSC 113 Job Search 1 cr MIT 115 Intro to Scripting & Programming I 4 cr MIT 215 Intro to Scripting & Programming II 4 cr

Medical Technology ˠ 1.0 Science/Lab Science

0.5 Health

0.5 Technical English

1.0 Occupational Ed

AHE 100 Orientation to Allied Health Careers I 2 cr AHE 101 Healthcare Interactions I 3 cr AHE 111 Medical Forms 2 cr AHE 160 Medical Dialogue I 3 cr AHE 161 Medical Dialogue II 3 cr NURS 100 Nursing Assistant/ AIDS Education 6 cr SOSC 113 Job Search 1 cr

ˠ These Academy programs are articulated with college credits that may have a certificate component offered through Skagit Valley College and may require

additional course work.

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High school students are able to earn both high school and college credits at the Academy. The Dual Credit oppor-tunities prepare high school students with an academic and technical foundation required for employment in today's technologically advanced workplace. Whether planning to obtain a four-year degree, a two-year degree, apprenticeship status, military entry, or immediate employment upon graduation from high school, dual credit gives all students a jump-start on their education/career plan in these ways:

Students can earn college credit during high school and receive admission priority into our partnering com-munity and technical colleges.

College credit potentially saves families hundreds of dollars, and student’s countless hours toward their post-secondary educational training.

An early start means an early finish to the selected post-secondary degree program.

Dual

Dual Credit Opportunities

Program and High School Credits

College Credits, available to qualifying students

Tourism & Hospitality ˠ 1.0 Technical English 0.5 Marketing 0.5 Technology 1.0 Occupational Ed

BMT 100 Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality Mgmt 5 cr BMT 101 Hospitality Management, Operations & Systems 5 cr BMT 102 Tourism & Hospitality Marketing 4 cr BMT 120 Business Computers & Applications 5 cr BMT 141 Customer Service & Sales 5 cr BMT 161 Catering & Banquet Management 2 cr

Veterinary Assisting ˠ 1.0 Science/Lab Science 0.5 Technical Math 0.5 Technical English 1.0 Occupational Education

VETA 101 Intro to Veterinary Technology 2 cr VETA 103 Veterinary Medical Term. 2 cr VETA 105 Vet Anatomy & Physiology I 2 cr VETA 107 Veterinary Nursing 3 cr VETA 108 Veterinary Nursing 2 cr VETA 109 Veterinary Math 2 cr VETA 110 Vet Assistant Practicum I 2 cr VETA 111 Clinical Procedures 4 cr VETA 112 Vet Anatomy & Physiology II 3 cr VETA 113 Vet Assistant Practicum II 2 cr VETA 114 Veterinary Business Essentials 2 cr SOSC 113 Job Search 1 cr

Marine Technology 1.0 Technical Math

1.0 Science 1.0 Occupational Ed

MT 102 Marine Applied Math 5 cr MT 105 Safety Tools and Fastening 6 cr MT 132 Marine Electrical Systems I 4 cr

Aerospace Technology 1.0 Technical Math

1.0 Science 1.0 Occupational Ed

*TechPrep through Skagit Valley College forthcoming

Construction Academy 1.0 Technical Math

1.0 Technical English 1.0 Occupational Ed

*TechPrep through Bellingham Technical College has been placed on hold for the School Year

Sustainable Engineering 1.0 Engineering

1.0 Engineering-Based Technical Math 1.0 Computer Science

*ENGT 121 Drafting I 6 cr *ENGT 122 CAD I: Basics 6 cr *TechPrep through Bellingham Technical College, Tech Prep Fee may apply. Additional Dual Credit Options are available through the Washington Engineering Institute. 19 credits are available!

Welding Academy 0.5 Science

0.5 Fine Arts 1.0 Technical Math

1.0 Occupational Ed

*Articulation/TechPrep currently under review

Each school year,

Academy Students earned thousands of college credits!

This is a tuition savings of

Over $300,000 per year

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ˠ These Academy programs are articulated with college credits that may have a certificate component offered through Skagit Valley College and may require

additional course work.

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Job prospects for tellers are ex-

pected to be favorable. Most job

openings will arise from growth

and from the need to replace the

many tellers who transfer to other

occupations.

Bureau of Labor Statistics,

U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational

Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition

Attributes of Successful Place-ment include:

Desire to work with people Career interest in banking,

starting your own business, or customer service field

Good attendance Basic math skills Keyboarding skills

Program Requirements

Professional Clothing Flash Drive Three-ring binder with

front cover clear view slide & dividers (5 tabs)

Binder paper Journal Pencils, pens, & eraser

High School Credits Earned

1.0 Business English 1.0 Technical Math 1.0 Occupational Ed

Main Campus 2205 West Campus Place Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Academy of Finance —Money & Business

The Academy of Finance — Money &

Business will provide you with the skills

and knowledge to get you where you

want to go. Whether it is in the high-

demand career field of banking,

starting your own small business, or

continuing on to post-secondary edu-

cation, you will be well prepared for your journey! The broad-based curricu-

lum utilizing project-based learning focuses on teller operations, customer

service, business planning, accounting, 10-key calculator operations, person-

al money management, computer skills, and job search techniques. Stu-

dents have the opportunity for hands-on experience through community

internships as well as in the campus branch of our business partner, the

North Coast Credit Union.

Academy of Finance Certifications

Students can earn a Banking Services 1 Micro-Certificate (13 credits) See the

Skagit Valley College Catalog for more information.

Job Market Ready

Academy of Finance prepares students to enter the job market as an entry-

level teller in a credit union or bank through hands-on cash handling train-

ing, the Credit Union Digital Learning Program, and financial institution in-

ternships .

Post-Secondary Training and Education

Skagit Valley College pathways include additional certificates in Financial

Services, Business Finance Applications, Administrative Financial Support

Services, and Financial Management as well as a Banking Financial Services

ATA degree.



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Desire to work with animals Basic math skills Strong reading and decod-

ing ability Follows oral and written

directions Good attendance Proof of up-to-date immun-

izations Program Requirements

Medical Scrubs (discussed in class)

Closed-toed shoes 3-4” three-ring binder Tab dividers for binder, 10-

12 tabs Index cards 3x5 Thumb drive 1 box latex-free exam

gloves High School Credits Earned

1.0 Science/Lab Science 0.5 Technical Mathematics 0.5 Technical English 1.0 Occupational Education

Main Campus 2205 West Campus Place Mount Vernon, WA 98273 U.S. Department of Labor expects the

demand for Veterinary Assistants to

increase nearly 23% through 2018.

National Industry-Occupation Employment

Academy of Veterinary Assisting

The Academy of Veterinary Assisting at the Northwest

Career & Technical Academy is a year-long program

offered at the main campus in Mount Vernon. This two

-semester college certificate program is designed to

provide entry-level skills and education for students interested in pursuing a

career in the field of animal science. The Veterinary Assistant program pre-

pares students to assist the veterinarian in all aspects of animal care. The

program includes classroom theory, laboratory, and clinical experiences.

Students will receive hands-on experience with animals.

Veterinary Assistants provide surgical and nursing care to animals in clinics,

as well as field settings. They also provide basic care, perform laboratory

procedures, and assist in the veterinary clinic with other functions. Veteri-

nary Assistants work in a variety of settings including animal hospitals and

clinics, animal shelters, laboratories, zoos, and animal parks. Typically, Vet-

erinary Assistants feed, water, and examine pets and other animals for signs

of illness, disease, or injury. They may provide routine post-operative care,

administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory

examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal tech-

nologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.

Academy of Veterinary Assisting Certification

Students earn up to 29 college credits from Skagit Valley College towards

the Veterinary Assisting Certificate. Additional Office Technology course is

required. See the Skagit Valley College website for more information.

Job Market Ready

Program completers may find employment in

veterinary clinics, hospitals or other related ani-

mal care facilities.


Students may choose to complete the prerequi-

sites for admission to a veterinary technology program (LVT) or may choose

to pursue a postsecondary degree that will meet the requirements for ad-

mission to veterinary school.



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According to the Bureau of La-

bor Statistics, the field of Culi-

nary Arts provides many facets

of the food industry. The de-

mand for chefs and will cause

an 11 percent increase in em-

ployment by 2016

U.S. Department of Labor


Desire to work with people in a customer-service role

Interest in learning the many roles in the restau-rant, nutrition, and deli in-dustry

Good attendance Multitask in fast-paced en-

vironment


Chef’s Hat and Coat (order in class)

Food Handler’s Permit (See Certifications)

Pencils, pens, & eraser Close-toed shoes


0.5 Technical English 0.5 Fine Arts 1.0 Technical Math 1.0 Occupational Ed


Culinary Arts

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s Culinary Arts

Program is a year-long program offered at the main cam-

pus in Mount Vernon. Culinary Arts combines culinary cur-

riculum with on the job training in a commercial setting

and an interface open to the public. Students deal with customers, pro-

duction deadlines and actual job functions in this fast paced program. The

students receive instruction in Kitchen Procedures, Deli and Barista Opera-

tions, Baking/Food Productions, Banquet and Catering service, and Store-

room Management. Students leave prepared for employment or to fur-

ther their training through a culinary college.

Culinary Arts Certification

All students attending the Culinary Arts program will obtain a two year

Food Handlers Permit issued by the Department of Health as a required

piece of the course. Students completing one year in the Culinary Arts

program and passing the final ProStart test will receive a Certificate of

Achievement from the National Restaurant Association.

Job Market Ready

Students will have a full knowledge of the opera-

tion of a commercial kitchen. Students will feel

comfortable operating all kitchen appliances.

Students who complete one year of the Culinary

Arts program will have the ability to work almost

any position in a commercial kitchen, including

dishwasher, line cook, pantry cook, baker’s assistant, deli staff, banquet

set up, or barista station.


Students earn 19 college credits from Skagit Valley College in the Culinary

Arts field. Students seeking to further their education may enroll in a col-

lege level culinary program. These programs range from nine months to

four year courses, depending on the certification the student wishes to

obtain.



B Y T E S Delicatessen

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Desire to work in health care field

Strong reading level Team-oriented worker Good hand-eye coordina-

tion Good attendance Multitask in fast-paced en-

vironment Program Requirements

Scrub top and pants in the program colors

One box of exam gloves One box of exam mask’s One pair clean white tennis

shoes Two 3” ringed Binder


1.0 Science/Lab Science 0.5 Technical English 0.5 Health 1.0 Occupational Ed

Main Campus 2205 West Campus Place Mount Vernon, WA 98273 According to the Bureau of La-

bor Statistics, jobs as a dental

assistants will open up due to

dental assistants who obtain

more education and on the job

training as they move within

the dental industry .

U.S. Department of Labor

Dental Assisting

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s Dental Assisting Program is a

year-long program offered at the main campus in Mount Vernon. The Dental

Program provides students with academic, technical and professional skills

necessary to meet the needs of the dental community and profession.

Instruction integrates theory with hands-on learning offering valuable prepa-

ration for future placement in the exciting and demanding field of dental

technology. Areas of study include: Occupational Safety/Hygiene, Head and

Neck Anatomy, Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology, Tooth Morphology,

Dental Terminology, Radiography, Bite-wing x- rays, Chair-side Standards,

Front Office-Reception, Instrument Identification and use, as well as Steriliza-

tion and Infection Control

Throughout the program all students will partici-

pate in a clinical practicum which take place on site

at the Academy’s Dental Clinic in which student

practice and develop the basic skills required in the

dental profession. There are many career options

available in the field of dentistry. Students explore

the fields of dental assisting, dental hygiene, dental

lab technician, reception, office management and dental specialties.

Dental Assisting Certification

The Dental Technology program offers a Dental As-

sisting micro-certificate through Skagit Valley Col-

lege. Please see the SVC Website for more infor-

mation.

Job Market Ready

Students will have full knowledge of many aspects of how dental offices and

clinics function. Students may find employment as a Dental Office Steriliza-

tion Assistant, Receptionist or Dental Insurance Processor.


Students earn 22 college credits from Skagit Valley College Allied Health Edu-

cation and Dental. There is a SVC bridge program to Bellingham Technical

College where two quarters of transferable credits may be apply.



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The gaming industry is expand-ing, and fast. Game designers and aspiring students are going to find many job opportunities in the coming years as more and more people turn to gam-ing for entertainment.


Understanding of Computer Operations and File Man-agement, Microsoft Office

Good foundation of math , Algebra 1 recommended

Good Attendance Independent contributor to

group projects


Pen, pencil & eraser Binder with paper: lined,

plain & graph Geometry kit: ruler, com-

pass & protractor Headphones USB flash drive


1.0 Fine Arts 1.0 Algebra 2 1.0 Computer Science


DigiPen Video Game Programming

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s DigiPen Video Game Pro-

gramming course is a year-long program offered at the main campus in

Mount Vernon. DigiPen Video Game Programming is an advanced pro-

gram creating makers of technology, not

users of technology. During the course,

students are actively involved with many

aspects of game design:

Creating video games using DigiPen's FunEditor

3D modeling, animation and rendering

Foundation programming concepts using C++

Object-oriented programming in C++

2D & 3D video game design concepts

Applied higher mathematics for video games

Students learn how to design and program video games through the

study of 2D and 3D computer animation, computer programming in C++

and computer science fundamentals. DigiPen Institute of Technology is

helping to fill the video game industry's biggest need: qualified video

game programmers and artists.

Next Steps

After successful completion of the DigiPen Video Game Programming

course, students have some great opportunities to continue their edu-

cation, having experienced a broad range of skills encompassed within

the broader scope of game development. Students will know whether

programming in general is for them, or game programming in particular.

At the same time, they'll have gained valuable insights into 2D and 3D

computer graphics, game design and software development.


Students earn 24 college credits from Skagit Valley College, with 23 of

these credits being in the Game and Web Development Certificate of

the Multimedia & Interactive Technology Professional Technical Path-

way.



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Desire to work in health care field

Caring and compassionate Pass background check Piercings removed, covered

tattoos, naturally-occurring hair color

Problem-solving ability Good attendance


Scrub top and pants in the program colors

White closed toe, closed heel shoes

Wristwatch with sweep se-cond hand

Stethoscope One 3” ringed Binder


1.0 Science/Lab Science 0.5 Technical English 0.5 Health 1.0 Occupational Ed

Main Campus 2205 West Campus Place Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Employment of nursing aides, or-derlies, and attendants is expected to grow by 20 percent from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Because of the growing elderly population, many nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants will be needed in long-term care facilities, such as nurs-ing homes.

Medical Technology

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s Medical Technology Pro-

gram is a year-long program offered at the main campus in Mount Vernon.

The Medical Technology program introduces students to the medical field,

with an emphasis on knowledge and skills applicable to many medical oc-

cupations.

Students explore and prepare for medical careers in their areas of inter-

est, as well as in targeted high demand fields for future job openings. Stu-

dents completing all course work, and participating in a 50-hour clinical

practicum, will be eligible to test for Washington State Nursing Assistant

Certified (NAC), at the end of the year-long program. Students will be

completing a 50 hour clinical experience at a local Long Term Care facility.

Job Market Ready

After successful completion of the Medical Technology Program, students

have some great opportunities to compete in the job market.

Job ready as a Washington State NAC, once the State Exam is

passed

State approved 7 clock hour HIV/AIDS cer-

tificate

CPR and First-Aid


Students will have satisfied some prerequisites for

the Allied Health and Nursing Programs at SVC.

Medical Technology Certification

Students earn 20 college credits from Skagit Valley College. Some of these

credits go towards the Specialized Patient Registration Certificate. Addi-

tional Office Technology courses are required. See the Skagit Valley Col-

lege website for more information.



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Economic spending in travel and tourism has increased significantly over the past year. More people are wanting to spend time with customized and individual itinerar-ies and plans created a need for professionals in this industry.


Desire to work in customer-service related field

Problem-solving ability Good attendance Friendly demeanor Big-picture problem solver


Common School Supplies One 3 - ringed Binder Professional dress attire


1.0 Technical English 0.5 Marketing 0.5 Technology 1.0 Occupational Ed


Tourism and Hospitality

A career in Tourism and Hospitality Management offers an exciting profes-

sional future that allows students to put their goals, interests, and abilities

to good use with limitless potential. The hospitality, travel and tourism

industry is large and dynamic, and offers many fascinating and varied work

environments within the following career pathways: hotels and resorts,

cruise ship operations, gaming and casinos, conference centers, destina-

tion attractions, sports tourism, spas and resorts, catering companies,

event management companies, golf and country clubs.

Employees in this rapidly growing in-

dustry require a clear understanding of

customer service and relations, and can

demonstrate strong leadership and en-

trepreneurship skills in finance, sales,

marketing and management. At Skagit

Valley College, the program’s curricu-

lum prepares students to step into a

wide range of entry to mid-level service

management positions and beyond.

Job Market Ready

After successful completion of the Tourism and Hospitality Program, stu-

dents are able to work in many different industries such as hotels, resorts,

restaurants and food service management, culinary arts, meeting and

event planning, casino management, clubs and recreation management.


With successful completion of the program, students will earn their Tour-

ism & Hospitality Management Micro-Certificate I and will be able to on at

Skagit Valley College.



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The marine technology field and related fields are expected to grow at rates faster than average in the US labor force. With the transferable job skills, the job market is favorable—from small engine mechanics, to composites, to installers. Attributes of Successful Place-ment include:

Basic understanding of math concepts

Hands-on worker Willingness to work out-

doors on occasion Independent contributor to

group projects Ability to work with others

as a team Program Requirements

Common hand tools are required for this course

Disposable Gloves Close-Toed Shoes Safety Glasses Coveralls, if desired


1.0 Science 1.0 Technical Math 1.0 Occupational Ed

Anacortes Campus 1606 R Avenue Anacortes, WA 98221

Marine Technology

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s Marine Technology

program is a year-long satellite program offered at the Anacortes

Campus. The Marine Technology program offers students a unique

opportunity to receive Center of Excellence supported curriculum

and state of the art instruction from industry trained professionals

establishing this program as a

regional model of exceptional

delivery and content. Areas of

study include: Electronics,

Systems Components, Com-

posites, Mechanics/ Engines,

Woodworking, Navigation,

and Machining; all with a fo-

cus on preparing students with the skills necessary for a successful

future in the world of Maritime employment.

The Marine Technology campus in Anacortes is located in the heart

of the marine industry in the Pacific Northwest. Students have access

to boats, shipbuilding, marinas, boat yards, and specialty companies

all with close access to the campus. The boating, fishing, and ship-

building heritage of this community offers many unique opportunities

for field studies, job shadows, internships, and potential employ-

ment.

Post-Secondary Training and Education At the Academy, qualifying high school

students have the opportunity to earn up

to 15 Tech Prep college credits through

Skagit Valley College, to be used towards a

one-year certificate or two-year degree

program in the Marine Maintenance Tech-

nology Program.

Job Market Ready Students who successfully complete the program are able to seek en-

try-level work in a variety of positions within the marine industry.



Project area at Marine Tech

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Hands-on worker Keep a clean shop Detail Oriented Independent contributor to


as a team Big-picture processes


Common hand tools are required for this course

Disposable Gloves Close-Toed Shoes Safety Glasses Coveralls, if desired


1.0 Science 1.0 Technical Math 1.0 Occupational Ed

Anacortes Campus 1606 R Avenue Anacortes, WA 98221 The United States remains a world leader in manufacturing, and that sector remains essen-tial to our economic and tech-nological future. Manufactur-ing is essential to our economic and technological future. ~ Job Market Monitor

Aerospace Manufacturing

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s Aerospace Composite

and Manufacturing Program is a year-long satellite program offered at

the Anacortes Campus. Manufacturing industries are looking for em-

ployees who understand basic manufacturing processes and can work

safely and efficiently in a production environment.

The Aerospace program is designed to

prepare students to fabricate, assemble,

and repair composite materials on air-

craft and other types of related parts, as

well as entry-level machining and assem-

bly. Students will be introduced to tradi-

tional and advanced composite materials

with emphasis on safe handling and storage of substances used in the

curing and cleaning processes. Students are additionally exposed to

precision measurement, blueprint interpretation, computer-aided de-

sign, computer numerical control, high-grade aluminum surface prepa-

ration and marking, precision drilling and countersinking, and accurate

riveting practices. Special focus on industry

standards of tool inventory and accountability

are put into daily practice, with additional atten-

tion and training dedicated to personal protec-

tive equipment use. Students will also learn the

importance of Lean Manufacturing principles

including Lean-Six Sigma concepts, identifying

and correcting manufacturing process inefficien-

cies.


Students will be well prepared to jump right into the Manufacturing

Technology program at Skagit Valley College.

Job Market Ready

Students who successfully complete the program are able to seek en-

try-level work in a variety of positions within the manufacturing indus-

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Hands-on worker Positive attitude Willingness to work out-

doors on occasion Independent contributor to


as a team Program Requirements

Long Welding Gloves Leather Boots Safety Glasses Coveralls 100% Cotton Welder Cap


0.5 Science 0.5 Fine Arts 1.0 Technical Math 1.0 Occupational Ed

Whatcom Campus Meridian High School 194 West Laurel Road Bellingham, WA 98226 Employment of metal and other

machine workers is projected to grow 6 percent

from 2010 to 2020

Occupational Outlook Handbook, March 2012

Welding Academy

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s

Welding Academy is a year-long satellite pro-

gram offered on the Meridian High School

campus. This industry-based shop environment

is designed for the student who would like to

develop a deeper understanding of metal

working and background as a foundation for

continuing education or being in a job-ready

market. The latest industrial metal working

equipment is used to develop student skills

associated with the welding trades. Welding,

metal fabrication and safety are taught with a

mix of lecture and hands-on competencies that maintain the student's

interest and foster a deeper appreciation of the trade.

Welders can find work in many different industries, including real estate

construction and repair, manufacturing, bridge and road construction and

repair, plumbing installation and repair, underwater construction, off-

shore oil rig construction, pipe-line construction and waste management

construction.

Post-Secondary Training and Education Dual Credits through Tech Prep and Belling-

ham Technical College are currently in devel-

opment. Stay tuned! Many local community

and technical colleges offer excellent pro-

grams of study within the welding and fabri-

cation fields.

Job Market Ready Students who successfully complete the pro-

gram are able to seek entry-level work in the

construction or welding-related field.

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The Construction Industry has seen an steady increase in em-ployment over the past two years in the State of Washing-ton. Other regions have been experiencing a decline during the same period.

Bureau of Labor and Statistics


Positive attitude Willingness to work out-

doors on occasion Good Attendance Independent contributor to

group projects Hands-on worker Ability to work with others

as a team


16-foot tape measure Safety glasses or goggles Comfortable closed toed

work shoes Basic school supplies (i.e.,

pen, pencil, paper, etc.)


1.0 Technical English 1.0 Technical Math 1.0 Occupational Ed


Construction Academy

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s Construction Academy is a

year-long satellite program offered on the Meridian High School campus.

This program is designed to prepare students for careers in the construc-

tion industry. Students study a nationally recognized construction trade

curriculum and participate in hands-on building activities.

Career preparation is emphasized through industry presentations, job

shadowing and worksite tours. This program was developed in partnership

with local construction industry organizations and employers.

Students learn about worksite safety, construction-based applied math,

safe use of hand and power tools, blueprint reading, and rigging tech-

niques. The program helps students explore a variety of construction-

related career opportunities, develop appropriate work readiness skills and

prepare to enter construction-related apprenticeships, postsecondary edu-

cation programs or entry-level jobs.


Dual Credits through Tech Prep and Bellingham Technical College are cur-

rently on hold as BTC has made significant changes to their Construction

Program.

Job Market Ready

Students who successfully complete the program are able to seek entry-

level work in the construction field.

One of the favorite projects has been building scaled

houses. Students learn all of the components of build-

ing a house— from flooring to roofing, door jams and

window frames! These scaled houses are just the right

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Understanding of Computer Operations and File Man-agement, Microsoft Office

Good foundation of math Good Attendance Independent contributor to

group projects Basic knowledge of electri-

cal components Hands-on worker


Flash Drive Three-Ring Binder Basic school supplies (i.e.,

pen, pencil, paper, etc.)


1.0 Engineering 1.0 Engineering-Based Technical Math 1.0 Computer Science

Whatcom Campus Meridian High School 194 West Laurel Road Bellingham, WA 98226 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the pro-jected growth in the environ-mental sector of engineering will experience the greatest growth throughout this decade.

Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition

Sustainable Engineering

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy’s

Sustainable Engineering program is a year-long

satellite program offered on the Meridian High

School campus. The Sustainable Engineering

Academy is ideal for high school students inter-

ested in engineering, engineering technology,

architecture, and design careers. Students will

experience real world, hands-on technical train-

ing, taught by industry professionals, which will

introduce them to structural, civil and mechani-

cal engineering, project management CAD de-

sign programs, renewable energy systems and prototype printing with 3D

printers. Students will have access to two wind turbines, solar power equip-

ment, land surveying equipment, CAD software, and project management

standards providing hands-on career training.

This program combines applied coursework in mechanical, civil, and renewa-

ble engineering technology with theory-based coursework in wind power,

solar power, methane capture, geo-thermo, and micro-hydro power produc-

tion. Basic sustainable techniques in manufacturing and design are embed-

ded into all areas of study. Students are also exposed to a variety of practic-

ing professional engineers through guest engineer lectures and site visits.


At the Academy, qualifying high school students have the opportunity to

earn up to 12 Tech Prep College credits through Bellingham Technical Col-

lege.

Students have the choice to earn 20 college credits directly with the Wash-

ington Engineering Institute if they choose to attend this

post-secondary option.

Job Market Ready

Students who successfully complete the program are able

to seek work in land surveying, and project management.

Students also may want to explore apprenticeship pro-

grams in the electrical or renewable engineering fields.



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Frequently Asked

Questions



Who can attend? The Academy is designed to enroll primarily high school juniors and seniors in Skagit County school districts and from some Whatcom County school districts . The Academy will also co-enroll students from Skagit Valley College on a space available basis in Academy of Finance, Veterinary Assisting, Dental Assisting, DigiPen Videogame Programming, Tourism and Hostility. How do I enroll? All student enrollment starts by applying for acceptance via the Academy's enrollment form process. Go to our Student Application section on the website to get all the enrollment information you need OR visit your high school or college counseling office for a Student Application and enrollment details. Remember, you MUST get approval from your school counselor before your application can be processed at the Academy. When does Enrollment Start? - Each year the Academy begins accepting enrollment applications in late winter. The official start of fall enrollment is noted on the Academy calendar and begins with our annual evening Open House Event. You may also contact us for specific date and time of the Open House Event at 360.848.0706 or visit the website. What does it cost to attend ? There are no tuition fees for high school students to attend the Academy during the regular academic year. There may be necessary lab, uniform, and/or equipment fees assessed based on individual program professional specifications. Each program instructor will have any fees clearly outlined at the beginning of each school year. Additionally, fees for parking, student ID badges, replacement of lost or damaged Academy property, and other such related fees may apply on a case by case basis. What if I am a home school or private school student? Again, if you are a junior or senior and a home school or private school student, you are welcome to apply for enrollment based on the same information as above. One more thing you need to do is make sure that you are enrolled 'on paper only' at your home district. This process is necessary for the Academy to be able to make contact with your home district and to process your request for enrollment per the State of Washington enrollment criteria. You don't have to attend your home district, just be enrolled on paper (unless the home district has other mandatory enrollment/attendance policies). If you have more questions about this process, contact us at 360 848.0706. How do Skagit Valley College students attend? All Skagit Valley College students need to follow the college's reg-ular enrollment process. Student seats will be based on space availability in each program. Valerie Thompson at Skagit Valley College is a liaison that can help answer your specific questions. Ms. Thompson can be reached at [email protected]. What about college student tuition? High School stuents attend tuition-free. Standard tuition/fees apply to Skagit Valley College students and are payable through the Skagit Valley College en-rollment process. The Academy does not set, regulate or accept payment from Skagit Valley College students for tuition.

Students attending the Northwest

Career and Technical Academy will be

placing themselves well above their

peers by gaining professional,

industry level training in a career field

of their choice. Whether going direct-

ly into the workplace, or continuing

their education through an appren-

ticeship, community/technical col-

lege, or university, the

Academy provides students with the

skills, knowledge, leadership and em-

ployability training needed for suc-

cess. The Academy provides the

ideal opportunity for students to take

an active role in their education

and get a jump-start to-

ward a productive life

after high school.

Enrollment Contact your local high school counselor for an application, or download an application

online at www.nwtech.k12.wa.us. Fill out the application and return it to your high

school counselor for necessary signatures. The Dean of Students will be in contact with

the high school counselor. The Academy is tuition free, however some programs may

have necessary lab, certification, and/or other student fees. Visit our website for fee re-

lated information by program.

More Information If you would like more information or to schedule a tour, please contact Lynette Brower,

Dean of Students at [email protected] or call the Academy at 360 848-0706

Take Charge of Your Education

The Northwest Career & Technical Academy and the Mount Vernon School District comply with all federal rules and regulations, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or non-job related sensory, physical or mental disabilities in their education programs, activities, or employment procedures and personnel practices as required by state and federal laws. Inquiries regarding compliance and grievance procedures may be directed to Mount Vernon School District. We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. The Northwest Career & Technical Academy is a drug-free/tobacco-free workplace.

Main Campus Quall Center 2205 West Campus Place Mount Vernon, WA 98273

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