Vocations

OVERVIEW

Our vocational programs are designed to help each student achieve their potential - whatever that may be. Each student is a part of a trade school program and goes at the pace that is appropriate for the individual. Some students will move from skill to skill to gain as much knowledge as possible and others will stay focused on just one until they feel they have a greater mastery of that particular program. Everyone has different learning challenges or special needs; and we do our best to accommodate them.

In addition to being a special needs trade school that will help you learn the skills you need for the job you desire, we are also here to help you learn some business skills in case you want to be an entrepreneur! We are also here to provide you with skills to manage stress. We are here to help you be successful!

CARPENTRY

Carpentry is probably one of the most useful skills to have for both your home and your career. You will study how to measure, cut and construct. In doing so, you will know how to frame, trim and finish window and door units. In addition, you will work on joint construction, clamping, gluing, staining and finishing of wood. Carpentry students learn house construction, roofing, siding, and window installation, and get the hands-on experience they need to ensure quality skills.

CULINARY ARTS

Who doesn't like food? Do you want to get better at making advanced culinary preparations? Would you love to work as a chef or a caterer? Then maybe this is the field for you. You will learn to measure, follow directions, cook, bake and provide restaurant-quality service. Of course, you will learn safe practices as well. This can lead to many opportunities - your own food truck! Become a blogger! A catering service, work in a restaurant, bakery and more.

LANDSCAPING

Do you love working outdoors? Is nature where you prefer to be? Do you love the look of flowers and lawns when they are nicely groomed? Then maybe landscaping is for you! Learn more about horticulture and how to create beautiful landscape and hardscape designs. Learn about all the tools and equipment that will help you to do all these things safely.

NAIL TECHNICIAN

Beautiful nails really have become an art and a fashion statement these days. So, would you love to be a part of this growing trend? If you love beautiful nails and would love to help clients get amazing pedicures and manicures, then this might be right for you. Come learn how to remove old polish from fingernails and toe nails; shape nails; cut cuticles; apply new polish and maybe some designs; provide great hand and foot massages; sanitize equipment; communicate with customers and more.

PLASTER, PAINTING, AND HANDY WORK

If you have an eye for detail and like to make a room look good, then this may be the field for you. Learn how to hang drywall, mix and apply plaster, select colors, and paint walls and ceilings. You will also enjoy learning things like installing curtain rods, screen repair, replacing tile, and installing wood trim and more.