Program Overview
Auto Collision Repair
• Restore a variety of damaged vehicles by applying advanced techniques of metal fabrication and refinishing
• Operate advanced collision repair and painting equipment alongside industry professionals
• Assess, estimate, repair, and refinish a wide range of vehicles
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
FINE ART CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • INTERNSHIPS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Automotive Technology
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of vehicles alongside ASE Master Technicians in a full-service ASE accredited professional training facility
• Use modern diagnostic and repair equipment to troubleshoot complex automotive systems
• In-Depth study and practice on the eight major areas of automotive technology
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, apprenticeship completion, advanced certifications, and further education
ENGLISH AND SCIENCE CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • COLLEGE CREDIT • APPRENTICESHIPS
Business Administration
• Explore various types of businesses, accounting applications, and strategies for sound financial management
• Use advanced computer applications, prepare legal and medical documents, and manage office and marketing operations
• Create, format, and finalize records in support of high-quality client and patient care in a wide range of professional environments
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
ENGLISH AND MATH CREDIT • INTERNSHIPS • CERTIFICATIONS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Computer Technician
• Perform technical procedures to maintain computer systems, troubleshoot errors, maintain internet
connectivity, run diagnostic tests, maintain servers, repair computer hardware, and provide technical support
• Manage security options and software in computers and networks to maintain privacy and protection from attacks
• Use client management tools effectively to maintain workstations and servers
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, or additional education
SCIENCE, ENGLISH, & MATH CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • INTERNSHIPS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Construction Trades
• Work alongside industry professionals in all aspects of architecture and building, including: foundation, framing, roofing, and interior and exterior finishing
• Operate professional equipment and power tools
• Work individually and in teams to design and construct products and structures for the community
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, apprenticeship, and further education
SCIENCE, ENGLISH, & MATH CREDIT • PRE-APPRENTICESHIP • CERTIFICATIONS
Cosmetology
• Express individual creativity by providing a wide range of artistic hair, nail, skincare, and barbering services using the latest technology, trends, and name-brand products
• Explore all aspects of quality salon services and management alongside professional cosmetologists
• Work in the theater, film, and advertising fields as a make-up, hair, or nail artist
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for state licensure, immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
FINE ART CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • INTERNSHIPS • SCHOLARSHIPS
Culinary Arts
• Craft amazing and fun foods using flames, knives, and creative chemistry
• Cook alongside professional chefs in modern commercial kitchens preparing local, regional, and international cuisine
• Express creativity as part of a team that designs menus, prepares meals, organizes catered events, and develops unique dining experiences
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
MATH AND SCIENCE CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • COLLEGE CREDIT • INTERNSHIPS
Cybersecurity
• Perform advanced technological procedures in the areas of intrusion detection, filtering malicious content, and disaster recovery
• Configure, install, and manage data networks, servers, firewalls, remote access, and wireless technologies
• Program in a variety of advanced languages that can be applied to various web and mobile technology platforms
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
MATH CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • INTERNSHIPS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Dental Assisting
• Deliver high-quality patient dental care through advanced clinical experiences in a variety of professional settings
• Perform a wide range of dental office procedures including digital x-rays, chairside assisting, instrument transfer, and preparation of alginate impressions
• Develop a passion to educate children and adults on the importance of oral health and hygiene
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for dental assisting state registration, certified dental assistant license, and immediate employment
SCIENCE AND HEALTH CREDIT• CLINICAL INTERNSHIPS • CERTIFICATIONS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Electrical
• Control electricity that powers the modern world
• Design and install traditional and alternative energy systems for industrial, commercial, and residential buildings
• Stage and connect electrical wiring for power systems, motor control systems, and programmable logic controllers
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, apprenticeship, advanced certifications, and further education
3RD YR MATH CREDIT • PRE-APPRENTICESHIP • CERTIFICATIONS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Fire Science and Emergency Services
• Application based program that instructs and trains skills for careers as a structural or wildland firefighter as well as Emergency Medical Responder preparing for EMT professional certification
• Work with specialized equipment and practice and drill doing exercises that will prepare you to battle fires, save lives, and keep yourself safe, as well
• Students will focus on fire service orientation including the teamwork and leadership skills required to be successful in this field of work
CAREER FOCUS: Develop firefighting and emergency medicine skills for immediate employment or entry for fire academy/college programs, and advanced certification
SCIENCE AND PE CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Entertainment Media Production
• Express your creative and artistic talents using professional media equipment and techniques
• Develop, produce, and present unique video and audio content for online, mobile, and streaming platforms
• Create a professional portfolio to showcase your talents
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment and further education
ART, MATH, & ENGLISH CREDIT • COLLEGE CREDIT • INTERNSHIPS
Law Enforcement
• Perform law enforcement operations such as arrests, SWAT, police car maneuvers, interrogation, and threat assessment
• Apply forensic investigative techniques to process crime scenes, dust for fingerprints, analyze blood spatter, perform ballistic tests, and bag evidence
• Analyze the causes and effects of criminal behavior and delinquency
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment and further education
ENGLISH, HISTORY, & PE CREDIT • COLLEGE CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS
Machining and Industrial Mechanics
• Learn precision measurement, machining, and CNC skills - which includes planning and making precision finished parts from raw materials. Machines included in the class are lathes, mills, and CNC (computer numerical control) machines
• Repair, maintain, and operate advanced automated control systems needed in a variety of industries
• Learn to produces unique problem solving and automated solutions from concept to completion
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, apprenticeship completion, advanced certifications, and college program preparation
3RD YR MATH CREDIT • APPRENTICESHIPS • CERTIFICATIONS • COLLEGE CREDIT
Nursing
• Deliver high-quality patient care as a critical member of a professional healthcare team in a wide range of clinical settings
• Experience the joy and satisfaction of helping others with activities of daily living in long-term care settings, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities
• Apply advanced health care concepts, processes, and diagnostic procedures
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for state Nursing Assistant Certified licensure, immediate employment, and further education
SCIENCE & HEALTH CREDIT • COLLEGE CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS
Physical Therapy Technician
• Utilize advanced fitness and therapeutic wellness resources as used by rehab professionals
• Prevent, evaluate, and rehabilitate injuries while consulting and interacting with medical professionals
• Assist patients in regaining gross motor skills such as walking, balancing, and activities of daily living
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for state licensure, immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
SCIENCE, HEALTH, & PE CREDIT• CERTIFICATIONS• INTERNSHIPS• COLLEGE CREDIT
Pre–Medical Assistant
• This course is a starting point to begin a career in the medical field. Students learn the language of doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals
• This course involves medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, the body’s health systems, and assisting with patient exams
• Clinical and Administrative Skills – patient medical history, blood pressure, height/weight, temperatures, electronic health records, room and medical supply prep, medical front office duties with privacy laws, and medical scribing
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for advanced certifications and additional education
LAB SCIENCE & HEALTH CREDIT• CERTIFICATIONS• CLINICAL INTERNSHIP• COLLEGE CREDIT
Teacher Academy
• This comprehensive course allows students to explore the entire field of education and work as teachers and parapros
• Through hands-on learning, students gain experience working in various educational settings and prepare for success in post-secondary education, teaching, and counseling programs
• Following successful completion of this course, students may take the instructional assistant test which can lead to career opportunities in various school districts
CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certification, or college preparation
ENGLISH CREDIT • CERTIFICATIONS • INTERNSHIPS • COLLEGE CREDIT
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Yakima Valley Technical Skills Center (YV-Tech) is a skills center that offers technical career programs to local high school students only; it is not a college or postsecondary technical school, and while there is no tuition, some programs may have associated course or material fees.