Still time to enroll in Adult Education classes at BCC

Interested area residents still have time to apply for full-time Adult Education courses at Buckeye Career Center.

Full-time adult courses begin Sept. 14. Available Adult Education programs include: Cosmetology; Dental Assisting; Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration; Heavy Equipment/CDL-A Operator; Law Enforcement Training Academy; Medical Assisting; Medical Office & Billing Specialist; Utility Lineworker and Welding Technology. The programs last nine months, with the exception of Cosmetology (two-year program), and meet during the school year September-May in the day or evening hours, depending on each class. Programs include a 120-150-hour externship in the spring, allowing students to gain experience in a work environment prior to completing their training. Students have the opportunity to gain industry-recognized credentials and certificates.

Those enrolled in full-time programs must have a high school diploma or GED, and certain programs have additional admission requirements. Those who qualify may receive federal financial aid or veteran’s training assistance. Contact student services at 1-800-227-1665 or 330-339-2288 to schedule an appointment.

Additionally, short-term career-enhancement and hobby classes are tentatively scheduled to begin Nov. 1. For a full list of programs, view the Buckeye Career Center Adult Education catalog at www.buckeyecareercenter.org/ProgramCatalog.aspx. Some dates may have changed due to a delay in classes beginning. Call to confirm the class is running and to sign up.

Buckeye Career Center is located at 545 University Dr. NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663.