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Download Catalog 2020-2021 and more Study Guides, Projects, Research Technology in PDF only on Docsity! Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College Catalog 2020-2021 5780 N.W. 158th Street Miami Lakes, Florida 33014 Tel: (305) 557-1100 Fax: (305) 557-7391 2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice Chair Lucia Baez-Geller Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall Christi Fraga Dr. Lubby Navarro Dr. Marta Pérez Mari Tere Rojas Luisa Santos Superintendent of Schools Alberto M. Carvalho School Operations - Adult/Technical Colleges and Educational Opportunity and Access Luis E. Diaz, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Reginald H. Johnson, Administrative Director René Mantilla, District Director Renny L Neyra, District Director Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College Yaset Fernandez, Principal Scott Parker, Vice Principal Forrest Cutler, Assistant Principal Erica Evans-DeSimone, Assistant Principal Cassandra Green, Assistant Principal 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS ACADEMIC POLICIES Academic Policies ······························································································· 25 Veterans Students Standards of Progress ································································· 26 Credit for Previous Education and Training ································································ 26 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial Aid ······································································································ 28 General Eligibility Requirements ············································································· 28 Financial Aid Standards of Academic Progress ·························································· 28 District Financial Aid Program (DFAP) ······································································ 30 Federal Pell Grant Program ··················································································· 30 Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) ······································· 30 Florida Pre-paid College Fund ················································································ 30 Florida Student Assistance Grant– Career Education (FSAG-CE) ··································· 30 Florida Vocational Rehabilitation ············································································· 30 Tuition Fee Waiver Program ·················································································· 30 Skills for Academic, Vocational and English Studies (SAVES) ······································· 30 Veteran Educational Benefits Programs ···································································· 31 Workforce Investment Act ······················································································ 31 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Skills USA ·········································································································· 33 Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) ······················································· 33 ADULT GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Admission Requirements······················································································· 35 Applied Academic for Adult Education ······································································ 35 Adult Basic Education (ABE) ·················································································· 35 General Educational Development (GED) ································································· 35 CAREER TECHNICAL PROGRAMS ARCHITECTURE & CONTRUCTION Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R) 1 ··························· 38 HEALTH SCIENCE Dental Assisting························································································· 40 Medical Assisting ······················································································· 41 Pharmacy Technician ················································································· 42 Practical Nursing ······················································································· 43 HOSPITALITY & TOURISM Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality ·························································· 45 HUMAN SERVICES Cosmetology ···························································································· 47 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Computer Systems and Information Technology (CISCO) ··································· 49 MANUFACTUING Electrical and Instrumentation Technology (Building Automation Systems) ············· 51 Electronics Technology ··············································································· 52 Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technician ·················································· 53 Welding ··································································································· 54 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS Advanced Automotive Service Technology (T-TEN) ··········································· 56 Automotive Collision Technology Technician ···················································· 57 Automotive Service Technology ···································································· 58 Automotive Service Technology (Warren Henry Land Rover) ······························· 59 Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL Class A) ······················································ 60 Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL Class B) ······················································ 61 Diesel Systems Technician ·········································································· 62 Heavy Equipment Operations Technician ························································ 63 ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY Administrative Personnel ······················································································· 65 Post-Secondary Personnel ···················································································· 66 Anti-Discrimination Policy The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and educational programs/activities and strives affirmatively to provide equal opportunity for all as required by: Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 - prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, or national origin. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended - prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, or national origin. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 - prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender. M-DCPS does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates as required by Title IX. M-DCPS also does not discriminate on the basis of sex in admissions or employment. Age Discrimination Act of 1975 - prohibits discrimination based on age in programs or activities. Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) as amended - prohibits discrimination on the basis of age with respect to individuals who are at least 40 years old. The Equal Pay Act of 1963 as amended - prohibits gender discrimination in payment of wages to women and men performing substantially equal work in the same establishment. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 - prohibits discrimination against the disabled. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) - prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, public service, public accommodations and telecommunications. The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) - requires covered employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical reasons. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 - prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Florida Educational Equity Act (FEEA) - prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, national origin, marital status, or handicap against a student or employee. Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992 - secures for all individuals within the state freedom from discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or marital status. Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) - prohibits discrimination against employees or applicants because of genetic information. Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act of 2002 – No public school shall deny equal access to, or a fair opportunity for groups to meet on school premises or in school facilities before or after school hours, or discriminate against any group officially affiliated with Boy Scouts of America or any other youth or community group listed in Title 36 (as a patriotic society). Veterans are provided re-employment rights in accordance with P.L. 93-508 (Federal Law) and Section 295.07 (Florida Statutes), which stipulate categorical preferences for employment. In Addition: School Board Policies 1362, 3362, 4362, and 5517 - Prohibit harassment and/or discrimination against students, employees, or applicants on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, political beliefs, sexual orientation, sex/gender, gender identification, social and family background, linguistic preference, pregnancy, citizenship status, and any other legally prohibited basis. Retaliation for engaging in a protected activity is also prohibited. For additional information about Title IX or any other discrimination/harassment concerns, contact the U.S. Department of Education Asst. Secretary for Civil Rights or: Office of Civil Rights Compliance (CRC) Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator 155 N.E. 15th Street, Suite P104E Miami, Florida 33132 Phone: (305) 995-1580 TDD: (305) 995-2400 Email: crc@dadeschools.net Website: https://hrdadeschools.net/civilrights Revised 07/2020 7 10 Vision Statement To facilitate, promote and provide successful career training, opportunities and high academic standards for secondary and post-secondary students designed to meet the challenges of an ever-changing global economy. Mission Statement The mission of Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College is to create a highly qualified future workforce by offering state-of-the-art academic, career and technical education to all generations within our community. Physical Facilities Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College is a 38 acre campus located in beautiful Miami Lakes just off the Palmetto Expressway on Northwest 57th Avenue. It is part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system and it is one of only two dual-delivery schools in the district, providing adult vocational training in conjunction with a full-service high school. It consists of air conditioned classrooms and laboratories equipped with the most modern teaching equipment available. There are six building on the campus. The five main buildings (1, 2, 3, 5 and 6) contains a faculty lounge, reception area and administrative offices. There are two student dining areas. The culinary arts program students prepare assorted entrees and pastries for the Building 3 cafeteria which are available to both secondary and post-secondary students. The menu selection in the Building 5, secondary cafeteria, features several mainstream fast food restaurant options as well as more traditional fare. Both facilities have a capacity for several hundred people as an additional dining are, the “Arnold Seltzer” room which accommodates up to 48 people for special luncheons or meetings. Adult Registration and Student Services are located in the Building 1. Student Services for secondary students is located in building 5 and the gymnasium, auditorium, instructional areas for the arts are located in Building 6 which meets the highest standards and requirements of an exemplary traditional high school. Hours of Operation The Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College campus has classes in session on Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 11:00pm to serve the needs of post-secondary and community school students. Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College at Parkway Educational Complex campus has classes in session Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 2:10pm to serve the needs of post-secondary students. Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College at Robert Morgan Educational Center and Technical College has classes in session on Monday through Friday from :30am to 12:30pm. Admissions Procedures Anyone who is at least 16 years of age and not currently enrolled in a secondary program may apply for the career technical training programs. To be eligible, students must either be withdrawn from high school or have graduated from high school. Students enrolled in a vocational program of 450 hours or more must demonstrate specific levels of reading, language, and mathematic competency prior to receiving a certificate of completion from a vocational program. Students may obtain general information and an application for admission by visiting the center between 7:00 am to 9:30 pm Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm on Fridays. The application process is a follows: 1. Prospective students obtain an application from the receptionist. Once the application is completed, the student is scheduled to see a counselor. 2. The student meets with a guidance counselor, who assists him/her with determining an appropriate program, give specific information on basic skills testing requirements. Students who may require assistance with paying their tuition are provided with information about securing financial assistance directly from the federal government or local agencies. 3. A student wishing to apply for financial aid is scheduled to see a financial aid officer, who will provide specific instructions for eligible students. 4. All other students are directed to a registration clerk, who will process the application. 5. Students are then directed to the cashier where the tuition fee required for the requested course or program is paid. 6. Once these steps are completed, the student is given specific information about reporting to class. *Some programs may have specific entrance requirements. Please refer to specific program entrance requirements for more details. Admission for Visa students must be cleared by the Federal & State Compliance office. Please visit www.attendanceservice.dadeschools.net/frsvd.asp or call 305-883-5323 for additional information. Also, you can reach the Financial Aid Office at 305-557-1100. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2020-2021 SCHOOL CALENDAR ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION M T W T F M T W T F M T W T F 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 10 11 12 13 14 7 8 9 10 11 5 6 7 8 9 17 18 19 20 21 14 15 16 17 18 12 13 14 15 16 24 25 26 27 28 21 22 23 24 25 19 20 21 22 23 31 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 M T W T F M T W T F M T W T F 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 1 9 10 11 12 13 7 8 9 10 11 4 5 6 7 8 16 17 18 19 20 14 15 16 17 18 11 12 13 14 15 23 24 25 26 27 21 22 23 24 25 18 19 20 21 22 30 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 M T W T F M T W T F M T W T F 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 8 9 10 11 12 8 9 10 11 12 5 6 7 8 9 15 16 17 18 19 15 16 17 18 19 12 13 14 15 16 22 23 24 25 26 22 23 24 25 26 19 20 21 22 23 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 M T W T F M T W T F M T W T F 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 10 11 12 13 14 7 8 9 10 11 5 6 7 8 9 17 18 19 20 21 14 15 16 17 18 12 13 14 15 16 24 25 26 27 28 21 22 23 24 25 19 20 21 22 23 31 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 New Teachers Report Available to opt M T W T F Teacher Planning Day Teacher Planning Day 2 3 4 5 6 Teacher Planning Day - (No Opt) available to opt 9 10 11 12 13 District-wide Professional Development 16 17 18 19 20 Recess Day Floating Teacher 23 24 25 26 27 Beg/End of Grading Period Planning Day (No Opt) 30 31 Legal Holiday For information on employee opt days, please refer to back of calendar. August 2020 September 2020 October 2020 June 2021 Days in Grading Period July 2021 August 2021 1- 77 2- 62 3- 77 November 2020 December 2020 January 2021 February 2021 March 2021 April 2021 May 2021 o o o o o a a a a * * 11 12 Open-Entry/Open-Exit Programs Many programs are open-entry/open-exit, which means that students may enroll at any time during the trimester. Some programs particularly in the health science area, require a specific entry date and may have an enrollment waiting list. Prospective students are encouraged to check with a counselor, and/or instructor to determine the specific admission requirements of their program of interest. Waiting List When classes are filled to capacity, a chronological waiting list of eligible students is maintained. The prospective student's name is advanced as space becomes available. This process also applies to those students who may have previously been enrolled in a course or program . Academic Year The academic year is divided into three trimesters of approximately 16 weeks. The first trimester begins in August and ends in December. The second trimester begins in January and ends in April. The third trimester begins in April and ends in August. *Please note that the starting and ending dates for the trimester may vary each year because the calendar is determined on a yearly basis by the Miami-Dade County School Board. Attendance Students absent from career and technical education (vocational) courses for six consecutive class sessions are dropped automatically from class rolls. Students absent from Adult General Education courses (A.B.E., AAAE and GED) will be dropped from class rolls on the sixth consecutive absence. Any number of absences which interfere with academic progress may be grounds for excluding a student from class. Students who register for a class and does not attend the class by the third meeting; will be considered a “no-show”, and subsequently withdrawn from class. Students applying for or receiving financial aid have specific attendance requirements. The policies pertaining to attendance for financial aid recipients are distributed to each student by the Financial Aid Office when they apply for aid. Students displaying excessive tardiness may be referred for counseling. Failure to improve may result in probation and/ or being dropped from the class. Attendance policies for veterans receiving benefits for attending school are covered in a brochure distributed to each veteran at the time they enroll. These brochures are available in the registration department and may be obtained upon request. Tuition and Fees Each trimester, tuition and fees are collected when the student registers for classes. Tuition is charged at the established hourly rate based on the contact hours the class is scheduled . Current fees are listed in the Class Schedule each trimester and on the college’s website. These fees are subject to change without notice. *No personal checks will be accepted for tuition, cash, VISA or MasterCard, cashier’s check or money order only. Career Technical Programs Charge Resident (In-State) $2.56/hour Non-Resident (Out-Of-State) $10.25/hour Application Fee $15.00 Student ID’s $5.00 Adult General Education Charge Resident (In-State) $30.00 Non-Resident (Out-Of-State) $30.00 Testing Fee $5.00 Student ID’s $5.00 15 Standard of Conduct The primary objective of Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College and Miami-Dade County Public Schools is to develop each student’s potential for learning and to foster positive interpersonal relationships. If this is to be accomplished, it is necessary that the school environment be free of disruptions which interfere with teaching and learning activities. The student’s conduct determines to a great extent the full development of his/her potential for learning and the development of positive relationships. A good learning environment provides order and discipline as evidenced by the absence of distractions, frictions, and disturbances which interfere with effective functioning of the student, the class, and the school. It is also the presence of a safe and friendly, yet businesslike atmosphere in which students and school personnel work cooperatively toward mutually recognized and accepted goals. Students may be expelled for conduct reflecting discredit to themselves, other students, the center, or the community. Some of the behaviors that will be considered grounds for dismissal of a student are: ► Willful disobedience. ► Open defiance of the authority of a staff member. ► Violence against personal property. ► Profane or indecent language or behavior. ► Use of tobacco and smoking devices including nicotine dispensing devices and/or electronic cigarettes or smoking devises, as well as any product or device manufactured to imitate any of these products regardless of whether it contains tobacco or nicotine. ► Attending class under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs/substances, or the possession of either. ► Improper conduct causing disturbances in the classroom, hallways, or other places on the school premises. ► Tampering with fire equipment, safety and evacuation signs, or the setting. ► Setting a fire or playing with flammables. * Please be advised that this is not an all-inclusive list. For a more comprehensive list please refer to the Post-Secondary Code of Student Conduct is found in the school website at http://www.miamilakes.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Post-Secondary-Code-of-Student-Conduct-Updated.pdf I. No written messages, pictures or symbols on clothing that portray ideas that are harmful to the health, safety and welfare of students e.g. messages which relate to drugs, smoking, alcohol, sexual acts and profanity. II. No micro-mini skirts or short-shorts will be allowed on campus. No shorts of any kind are permitted in industrial shop areas. III. No tube-tops, see-through blouses (without a camisole), bare back or bare midriff shirts, or sleeveless undershirts. IV. No hats are to be worn in the building except those that are for religious purposes. V. No sneakers, thongs or open shoes of any type should be worn in industrial shop areas (safety shoes are recommended). VI. All programs require that students wear uniforms and/ or safety apparel appropriate for the training area in which they are enrolled. 16 Uniform Policy Work Based Learning Any student who has completed at least 50% of program requirements and has a minimum of a “C” average may apply for work based learning. A student that has obtained employment in the field of training may be recommended by his/ her instructor for the Work Based Learning program. Students who qualify for the Work Based Learning program should be referred to their program administrator for processing. Special Training Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College welcomes the opportunity to provide special training whenever the need arises. Special training is designed to meet a need that may be extracted from an approved curriculum or where a curriculum has not yet been developed. Advanced Automotive Service Technology (T-TEN) Toyota Required Uniform Gray w/red stripe Automotive Collision Technology Technician Dickies Brand (or similar brand) Light Blue Automotive Service Technology Dickies Brand (or similar brand) Navy Blue Commercial Vehicle Driving (Class A) CDL Shirt Royal Blue Commercial Class “B” Driving CDL Shirt Royal Blue Computer Systems & Information Technology (CISCO) Polo Shirt Black Cosmetology Scrubs Black Dental Assisting Scrubs Teal Diesel Systems Technician Dickie Brand (or similar brand) Black Electrical and Instrumentation Technology (Building Automation Systems) Polo shirt White Electronic Systems Technician Polo shirt Black Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAR) 1 Dickies Brand (or similar brand) Graphite (light) Gray Heavy Equipment Operations Technician Dickies Brand (or similar brand) Navy Coveralls Major Appliance & Refrigeration Technician Dickies Brand (or similar brand) Tan Medical Assisting Scrubs Teal Pharmacy Technician Scrubs Navy Practical Nursing Scrubs White Professional Culinary Arts and Hospitality Chef Coat Checkered Pants White/Black White Checkered Welding Dickies Brand (or similar brand) Black CTE Program School Uniform Requirement (Style and Color) 17 Certificate of Completion Students who have successfully completed all course requirements including basic skills requirements of the program will be issued a certificate of completion which includes the name of the technical program and the total hours of the course or program. State Board of Education Rules identify the basic skills requirements for the post-secondary adult technical education programs. These requirements are as follows: All students who are enrolled in a career and technical (vocational) program of 450 hours or more, except where indicated, shall complete a basic skills test within the first six (6) weeks from the time of entry (enrollment) into the program. The examination designated by Miami-Dade County Public Schools is the Test of Adult Basic Education (T.A.B.E.). The exceptions being: 1. Students possessing an Associate of Applied Science degree or higher, or who have passed the College-Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST) and/or who are exempt from the college entry-level examination do not require basic skills testing. Students must present an official copy of the degree, transcript, and/or documentation of test scores as evidence of the above. 2. Students enrolled in programs of 450 hours or more that require a state, national, or industry licensure exam as identified by the Department of Education, Workforce Education, for employment must be tested within the 1st 6 weeks after they enroll. If upon program completion, the student documents passage of the licensure exam, the basic skills exit requirement is waived. Minimum basic skills grade levels in reading, mathematics and language are defined for each technical or vocational program. These basic skills are exit requirements from those programs. They are not used for entry or placement (see program description for required basic skills levels) ► Students who lack the required minimal level of basic skills as measured by the designated examination shall be provided with instruction specifically designed to correct the deficiencies. ► Upon completion of the instruction which is tailored to meet the individual needs, students shall be retested by using the same examination that was used for initial testing. Adult students with disabilities may require testing modifications. However, consideration of modification requires the student to provide written documentation verifying the disability. Testing Modifications may include: ► Flexible scheduling ► Flexible seating ► Flexible responding ► Flexible presentation 3. Students possessing a standard high school diploma from a Florida public school with graduation year of 2007 or later. 20 Guidance Counseling and Placement Services The Student Services Department offers guidance counseling, vocational testing, financial aid, and job placement services. Counselors are available Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Registration area in Building 1. Students may walk-in or schedule an appointment by calling (305) 557- 1100. Adult Students with Disabilities Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 states that, “No qualified handicapped person, shall on the basis of handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity which receives or benefits from federal assistance”. A disabled individual under Section 504 means any person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; has a record of such impairment; or is regarded of having such impairment. If it is determined that an individual is a qualified person with a disability, then the school will develop a 504 Accommodation Plan to ensure equal access to the instructional program. Media Center The Media Center is located in Building 6 and is open daily Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The function of the Media Center is to acquire, organize, and disseminate audiovisual materials that support the school’s curriculum. The Media Center maintains a well-rounded source of educational materials to assist the faculty and students in their instructional and educational research. The audiovisual materials may be viewed in the Media Center in designated study areas located throughout the center. Reference books, periodicals, and computers with internet access are available for currently enrolled students. Items may be checked out in accordance with the Media Center policies. Students using computers with internet access must adhere to the Miami- Dade County Public Schools Acceptable Use Policy for Internet Use (copies are available from the Media Specialists). Further information may be obtained from a counselor or from the Media Center. Bookstore The Student Bookstore in Building 1 sells books and materials necessary for use in the classes taught at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College. The school accepts only cash for books or materials purchased. The bookstore hours are as follows: Monday – Friday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm *Please note that the bookstore has a no refund policy unless there are extenuating circumstances which must be approved by the school principal. Please note that the bookstore hours are subject to change. Please contact the school for current business hours. Food Facilities The Professional Culinary Arts and Hospitality class welcomes all students and school personnel to dine in the cafeteria located in Building 3. The cafeteria is open for lunch Wednesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. The pro- gram is entirely self-supporting and is not part of the Miami-Dade County Schools Lunch Program. The College also has the cafeteria located in Building 6 that is open for lunch as part of Miami-Dade County’s Lunch program as well as an array of outside vendors. Vending machines are available throughout the campus. Students may leave campus during their designated lunch/dinner break. Food and drinks should be consumed on the patio and are not allowed inside the building, in the classrooms, hallways, or shops. *No food or drinks are allowed in instructional areas. 21 Housing Facilities The College does not have dormitories or rooms available to house students; however, there are rental properties available in the area. Out of town students must make their own arrangements for accommodations. Bus Information Miami-Dade Transit Agency (MDT) serves the Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College. Detailed information can be obtained by calling the MDT information office at (305) 770-3131. Parking Parking is permitted in designated parking lots on a first-come, first-served basis. Any vehicle parked in restricted areas (i.e. along sidewalks, on the grass, etc.) will be ticketed by the Miami-Dade County Public Safety Department. Student Health Care The school does not have facilities or personnel to render medical assistance. If a student has a medical problem which might result in an emergency situation, the instructor and Student Services Department should be notified when the student initially enters the class. School officials will not call for an ambulance but will call the fire rescue. The fire rescue personnel will make the decision as to the need for an ambulance. If an ambulance is dispatched, the student requiring the medical attention is responsible for all costs incurred. First aid kits are available at various locations throughout the College. Insurance Student Accident Insurance is available to all students registered in classes at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College. This insurance may be purchased directly from the insurance company at www.k12studentinsurance.com Student Identification Card A valid Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical identification badge must be worn above the waist and be visible at all times. It must be shown to school officials upon request. This badge must be presented whenever requesting refunds, when using school facilities such as the Media Center and Student Bookstore, and when registering for future classes. Student I.D. badges are obtained by paying a nominal fee of $5.00 every trimester at the time of registration. Lost badges should be reported to the Registration Office immediately. There is a $5.00 charge for a replacement ID. In the event a student is suspended, expelled, or withdrawn from a class, the I.D. badge must be returned to the Student Services administrator. Student Right to Know The information listed below is discussed with students during orientation. Copies are made available through the Guidance Office: ► Conduct and Discipline Codes ► Adult Grievance Procedure ► Campus Security Plan ► Program Completion Rate ► Drug and alcohol abuse prevention information The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act became a Federal Law in November of 1974, and further revised in 1975 and 1976. The intent of this law is to protect the accuracy and privacy of students’ educational records. Without the prior consent of the parents or eligible students (over 18 years of age), only parents or such students and authorized individuals having legitimate educational interest will have access to a student’s educational records. Students may examine their records by appointment in the Guidance Office. A nominal fee will be charged for any copies requested from the student’s folder. Student records may only be released in accordance with Miami-Dade County School Board policy. Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) FERPA is a Federal law that is administered by the Family Policy Compliance Office (FPCO) in the U.S. Department of Education (Department). It gives students who are 18 years or older who attends a postsecondary institution, including Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College, that receive funding under any program administered by the U.S. Department of Education the rights to have access and control over the disclosure of personally identifiable infor- mation from their educational records. The student will need to complete FM-1867 ,Permission for Release of Records and/or Information From Records authorizing the college to disclose the requested information. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES 25 Academic Policies The grading system by Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College, follows that of the Miami-Dade County Public School system. Specifically, the policy states that academic grades for students shall be “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “F”. A brief explanation of the grades used is as follows: A grade of “A” (90-100%) indicates that the student has demonstrated excellent achievement in the subject and/or the skills area. The student consistently performs academically at a level which is considerably higher than that of the typical student in the same program or course. The student has mastered skills well above those required for successful completion of the instructional program and has demonstrated an understanding of, and an ability to utilize the content of the program effectively. An “A” student will have achieved and exceeded all of the instructional objectives and competencies established for the subject during the grading period. A grade of “B” (80-89%) indicates that the student has demonstrated good but not outstanding achievement in the academic area. The student consistently performs at a level above that which is expected of the typical student in the same program or subject. The student has mastered skills in content beyond what is required for successful completion of the instructional program prescribed for the individual student. The “B” student will be progressing at a rate enabling achievement of virtually all of the instructional objectives and competencies established for the subject being graded. A grade of “C” (70-79%) indicates satisfactory academic achievement. The student performs at an average level in terms of mastery of skills/performance standards and/or content of the program prescribed for the individual student. The student’s rate of progress permits mastery of more than the minimal instructional objectives and competencies of the program. A grade of “D” (60-69%) indicates a minimal acceptable level of mastery of skills and other course content and indicates that improvement is needed to achieve a satisfactory level of academic performance. The student’s rate of progress is such that the minimal instructional objectives and competencies for the program will be mastered. A grade of “F” (0-59%) indicates a level of academic performance that is unsatisfactory. Students functioning at this level are not mastering the minimal objectives and competencies required in the regular instructional program. When a numerical equivalent to an assigned letter grade of “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, or “F” is used, the following apply, and shall be communicated to students: Grade Grade Point Interpretation Verbal Values A 90% - 100% 4 Outstanding B 80% - 89% 3 Good C 70% - 79% 2 Satisfactory D 60% - 69% 1 Improvement F 0 - 59% 0 Unsatisfactory 26 Veterans Students Standards of Progress 1. Each VA student is expected to complete his/her program within the number of training hours approved by the Bureau of State Approving for Veterans Training, Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. Complete attendance and progress records are maintained on each veteran who is certified as eligible for veterans’ educational benefits. Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College enforces policies relative to standards of progress and conduct required of its students. These include, but are not limited to, placing students on probation for a period of one month when their reported progress is less than satisfactory in any program they are pursuing. These students are referred to the Guidance Department. If satisfactory progress is not reported, the student is notified that he/she cannot complete the program within the approved number of training hours and then terminated from VA educational benefits and the Veterans Administration will be notified of unsatisfactory progress. Vocational programs are graded on the basis of satisfactory and unsatisfactory progress. Satisfactory progress indicates that the veteran is meeting program requirements and completing the program at a satisfactory rate of completion as prescribed by the program course outline. VA beneficiaries will be terminated if student has unsatisfactory attendance. 2. A VA student whose educational benefits have been terminated for unsatisfactory progress may petition the school to be re-certified after one trimester has elapsed. 3. VA students will be provided a written progress or grade report at the end of each trimester. A copy of the report will be placed in the student’s permanent file maintained by the school. Credit For Previous Education and Training All veterans are advised that the regulations set forth in the Student Handbook supplied to all students, apply to everyone. A VA student who previously attended another post-secondary institution or higher learning institute (college or university) must put in a request in writing at that institution to have their official transcript(s) forwarded to the VA Clerk in the Student Services Department at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (MLECTC). If the transcript has not been received prior to the end of his/her initial term, Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College will not re-certify the student for VA educational benefits. MLECTC will re-certify the student after the transcript has been received. The VA student’s previous training and/or experience will be evaluated by the program instructor at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College. Should credit(s) be accepted and/or granted, the VA student’s tuition and training time will be reduced proportionally. A written notice of transferrable credits will be sent to the VA and the student. All transcripts of previous training should be submitted within the first trimester of attendance. Failure to do so may result in a suspension of VA educational benefits. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 30 C. Verification Federal regulations require that the school validates income and other information reported on the Pell Grant Student Aid Re- port (SAR) with the parent’s/student’s IRS Transcript and attached schedules. When discrepancies occur, the corrected SAR must be resubmitted to the federal processor. The financial aid office reserves the right to require other documentation when deemed necessary before the student becomes eligible for a Pell Grant. D. Pell Grant Disbursements Pell Grant aid will be disbursed each period based on the number of hours students complete in a period . After five consecu- tive days of attendance, if necessary, students may receive a book voucher. Students who do not complete all of their hours within the payment period will not be eligible for a subsequent disbursement. Subsequent payments are contingent upon the students maintaining satisfactory academic progress. Students can only receive Pell Grants for a maximum of six years. The following Financial Aid is available at Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College. District Financial Aid Program (DFAP) DFAP funds are awarded to financially needed students which can be used to pay a partial or full portion of a student’s fees. A student applying for the DFAP must be a Florida resident and complete a Financial Aid Application. Federal Pell Grant Program Federally funded grant funds are awarded by the United States Department of Education to students who demonstrate finan- cial need. The Pell Grant is available to students who enroll in an eligible program and meet all other requirements set by the Department of Education. Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Federally funded grant awarded to students who demonstrate significant financial need. Awards are calculated by the Financial Aid Office and are determined by need and availability of funds. Students must apply for a Pell Grant for the same academic year. Awards for a full academic year may vary, depending upon the amount of funding available. Florida Prepaid College Fund A state of Florida college savings plan that covers the tuition for the student as long as they are eligible. Florida Student Assistance Grant– Career Education (FSAG-CE) Florida Public Postsecondary Career Education Student Assistance Grant (FSAG-CE) Program is a need-based grant program available to Florida residents enrolled in certificate programs of 450 or more clock hours. Students must be scheduled for at least 180 hours per term. This grant is only available for the Fall and Winter Terms. Florida Vocational Rehabilitation Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities obtain training to get a job. Students must work with their VR counselors to secure the vouchers for school cost. Tuition Fee Waiver Program Tuition waivers are granted to students in financial need. An application must be submitted each term and the applicant must be able to provide documentation to verify financial need. Skills for Academic, Vocational and English Studies (SAVES) SAVES is a federally funded project that provides services to individuals granted asylum and refugees from any country who meet the eligibility criteria. SAVES clients receive assistance with scholarships, textbooks, bus passes and child care costs. This is an innovative program that meets the educational needs of adult refugees from all over the world. Any eligible client who is not employed is referred to the employment network. SAVES applicants should present clear copies of immigration doc- uments to establish eligibility. The following documents must be provided to determine eligibility in the program: ► Parole (I-94) ► Social Security Card ► Passport ► Asylum Letter ► Driver’s License or Florida Identification card ► Any other additional immigration documents that a person may have For more information on the S.A.V.E.S. program please contact the S.A.V.E.S coordinator. 31 Veteran Educational Benefits Programs If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for Veteran Educational benefits. Eligibility generally ends ten years from the date of release from active duty. If you need further information, please contact the veteran's clerk in the Student Services Office. Veterans may obtain assistance or information concerning matters dealing with veterans benefits from the Registration Department, Building A. All veterans are advised if their program of study has been approved by the State Approving Agency. Veterans are permitted to receive veteran benefits only for the length of time approved for their course by the State Approving Agency. Workforce Investment Act This is a federally funded grant available to economically disadvantaged students. These funds provide for tuition and books. Students will be referred to an intake center where they will complete the necessary applications. This program is coordinated through the Department of Labor and Employment Security. STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 35 Adult General Education (AGE) courses provide students with the opportunity to improve the level of literacy skills required to lead productive lives. Students perform and progress at their own rate depending on ability, levels of achievement, and educational goals. Admission Requirements The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a required examination to ensure placement in the appropriate level in Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Education Development (GED) preparation classes. Students must be at least 16 years of age and not currently enrolled in another Miami-Dade County Public School in order to enroll in all Adult General Education classes Applied Academic for Adult Education The purpose of this program is to prepare students for academic, technical and personal success. This program strives to inspire and motivate students to become productive, self-sufficient members of society. The VPI program is based upon the assessed needs of the individual, and the academic and employability requirements related to Florida’s comprehensive Vocational Education programs. Adult Basic Education (ABE) The purpose of this program is to provide basic literacy, mathematics and writing skills to those students who are performing at or below the ninth grade level (0.0 – 8.9). Instruction is delivered in the areas of reading, mathematics and language. The emphasis of these courses is to assist adults to function in today’s competitive society, to encourage further educational endeavors and to improve employment opportunities. General Educational Development (GED) The purpose of this program is to prepare students for academic and personal success through obtaining the necessary skills required to pass the official General Educational Development (GED®) Test and be awarded a State of Florida High School Diploma. It consists of reading comprehension, mathematics, writing, social studies and science and pro- vides a review for students taking the GED® test. This program strives to motivate students not only to obtain a GED, but also to utilize the acquired skills in the workforce and to achieve career and vocational training and job placement success. CAREER TECHNICAL PROGRAMS ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION 40 Program Objective: The object i ve of the Dental Assisting program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the Dental Health Industry. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed as Dental Assistants; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of the Dental Assisting industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and this industry. This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career clus- ter; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency- based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, Program Outlook : The Dental Assisting Program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as Dental Assistants. Instruction is designed to prepare students to successfully pass the Dental Assisting National Board Examination. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experiences through practice on patients in dental clinics. Students are eligible to join HOSA. Program Content: The content includes, but is not limited to, dental office and patient management, basic dental laboratory procedures, dental and gen- eral anatomy, dental terminology, nutrition, dental instrument and equipment utilization, microbiology, dental pharmacology and anesthesia, chairside assisting and expanded functions, dental office emergencies/CPR, dental radiography, maintenance and asepsis of dental operatory and instrumentation, dental specialty procedures, employability skills, leadership and human relations skills, ethics and jurisprudence, dental materials and preventive dentistry. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 1230 (approximately 28 months) for adult students attending part time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains occupational completion points designed to prepare students for a position. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required. Entrance Dates: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Minimum Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 10 Language 10 Reading 10 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive their program certificate Program Cost ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday and Wednesday 4:00 pm—9:00 pm Approximate Total Cost $3,846.00 Employment Requirements: ► Requirements vary per state; on-the-job training or postsecondary training in dental assisting are recommended ► Students are strongly encouraged to earn the Dental Assisting National Board Certification. Career Opportunities: Dental Assistant, Front Desk Receptionist, Office Manager . Salary According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for Dental Assistant was $38,660 per year or $18.59 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook Employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 19 percent from 2016 to 2026 HEALTH SCIENCE DENTAL ASSISTING OCP Course Number Course Title Length A DEA0725 Introduction to Dental Assisting 90 Hrs. B DEA0726 Dental Infection Control Assistant 210 Hrs. C DEA0727 Dental Assisting 1 465 Hrs. DEA0728 Dental Assisting 2 465 Hrs. 41 Program Objective: The objective of the Medical Assisting program is to provide quality education and training in order to prepare students for employment as medical assistants. The program also strives to meet the de- mands of the changing Health Care Industry. This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. Program Outlook: This is one of the most rapidly expanding professions within the allied health field. The role of the skilled medical assistant has a status of vital importance in the medical profession. Administrative office techniques include oral and written communications, medical records management, and billing and collection techniques. The clinical competencies include: learning first aid and CPR; assisting the physician with medical and surgical procedures; taking vital signs, EKGs and basic X-rays; administering medications; and performing selected laboratory procedures including capillary stick and venipuncture. The student receives supervised practical experience in a physician’s office, clinic, or walk-in care facility following completion of the theory portion of the program. Students are encouraged to join the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) and are eligible to be nominated by their instructor to join the National Vocational Technical Honor Society. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to communication, transcultur- al communication in healthcare, interpersonal skills, legal and ethical responsibilities, health-illness concepts, administrative and clinical duties, emergency procedures including CPR and first aid, emergen- cy preparedness, safety and security procedures, medical terminolo- gy, anatomy and physiology, and employability skills. Length of Program: The program is 1300 hours and includes 200 hours clinical experience. Approximately 15 months needed to complete the program. This program contains several occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various entry level jobs within this occupational area. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Physical Examination, Ten Panel Drug Screen, and Level II Background Check ► Fees for Supplies and textbooks Entrance Date: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Career Opportunities: Medical Assistants can be employed in a physician’s office, laboratory (phlebotomist), health insurance office, medical records facility, emergency room, skilled nursing care facility, hospital (EKG Technician), or medical office. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Minimum Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 10 Language 10 Reading 10 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive their program certificate. Program Cost: ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 8:30am—2:10pm Monday—Friday 4:00pm—9:30pm Approximate Total Cost: $4,241.54 Employment Requirements: ► There are no formal educational requirements for becoming a medical assistant. However, most employers prefer to hire applicants who have completed a medical assisting program. ► Students are strongly encouraged to earn a Registered Medical Assisting (RMA) Certification. Salary: According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for a Medical Assistant was $33,610 per year or $15.80 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook: Employment of medical assistants is projected to grow 29 percent from 2016 to 2026. HEALTH SCIENCE MEDICAL ASSISTING OCP Course Number Course Title Length A HSC0003 Basic Healthcare Worker 90 Hrs. B MEA0002 Introduction to Medical Assist- ing 250 Hrs. MEA0501 Medical Office Procedures 75 Hrs. C MEA0521 Phlebotomist, MA 75 Hrs. D MEA0543 EKG Aide, MA 75 Hrs. E MEA0581 Clinical Assisting 230 Hrs. MEA0530 Pharmacology for Medical Assisting 90 Hrs. MEA0573 Laboratory Procedures 125 Hrs. MEA0506 Administrative Office Proce- dures 90 Hrs. MEA0942 Practicum Experience 200 Hrs. 42 Program Objective: The objective of the Pharmacy Technician program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the Health Industry. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed as Pharmacy Technicians; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of this particular industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and this industry. Program Outlook: The Pharmacy Technician Program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as Pharmacy Technicians. Instruction is designed to prepare students to successfully pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experiences through in class practice. Students are eligible to join HOSA. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to metric system, medical terminology, medicinal drugs, pharmaceutical compounding, USP 795 standards, sterile techniques, USP 797 and USP 800 stand- ards, maintenance of inventory, IV preparation, receiving and han- dling of hazardous materials, preparing purchase orders, receiv- ing and checking supplies purchased, printing labels, typing pre- scription labels, delivering medications, pricing prescription drug orders and supplies, prepackaging unit dose packages, patient record systems, control records, data processing automation in pharmacy, computer application, employability skills, leadership and human relations skills, health and safety, including CPR. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 1050 (approximately 24 months) for adult students attending part time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains occupational completion points designed to prepare students for a position. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required. Entrance Dates: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Career Opportunities: Pharmacy Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Community Pharmacy Technician Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 11 Language 10 Reading 10 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Liability insurance fee—Varies by program ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Thursday 4:00 pm—9:00 pm Approximate Total Cost: $3,439.00 Employment Requirements: ► Requirements vary per state; on-the-job training or postsec- ondary training in a Pharmacy Technician program are required in Florida. ► Register to be licensed with the Florida Board of Pharmacy. ► Students are strongly encouraged to obtain the Pharmacy Technician Certification offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. (PTCE). Salary According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for a Pharmacist technician was $32,700 per year or $15.72 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook Employment of pharmacy technicians is projected to grow 12 percent from 2016 to 2026 HEALTH SCIENCE PHARMACY TECHNICIAN OCP Course Number Course Title Length A HSC0003 Basic Healthcare Worker 90 Hrs. B PTN0084 Pharmacy Technician 1 360 Hrs. PTN0085 Pharmacy Technician 2 300 Hrs. PTN0086 Pharmacy Technician 3 300 Hrs. 45 Program Objective The objective of the Professional Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the food industry. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed in the food service/hospitality industry field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of the food service/hospitality industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and the food ser- vice/hospitality industry. Program Outlook: The Professional Culinary Arts and Hospitality program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment in the food service/hospitality industry. In positions as cooks, bakers and or food preparation workers Instruction includes a combination of class- room theory and practical experience. The program also provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in food service occupations. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to preparation, presentation, and serving of a wide variety of foods; leadership, communication skills, employability skills, and safe/efficient work practices are also covered. This coursework prepares students for employment in the food service/hospitality industry. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 1200 hours (approximately 14 months) for adults if attending full- time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status (full-time/part-time) and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains four occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various jobs. Admission Requirements: ► Adult students must be at least 16 years old and not enrolled in high school ► Application ► Interview by guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required Entrance Dates: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Career Opportunities: Food Preparation, Chef/Head Cook, Baker, Cake Decorator, Banquet Cook, Food Truck Cook, Short Order Cook, Line Cook, Broiler Cook , Fry Cook, and a Food Service Manager Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 9 Language 9 Reading 9 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost: ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 7:20 am—1:00 pm Approximately Total Cost: $3,687.00 Employment Requirements: ► On-the-job training or postsecondary training in a Culinary Arts program is recommended. ► ServSafe Food Handler Certification is strongly recommended. Salary: According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for Chefs and Head Cooks was $48,460 per year or $23.30 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook: Employment of Chef and Head Cooks is projected to grow 10 percent from 2016 to 2026 HOSPITALITY & TOURISM PROFESSIONAL CULINARY ARTS & HOSPITALITY OCP Course Number Course Title Length A HMV0100 Food Preparation 300 Hrs. B HMV0170 Cook - Restaurant 300 Hrs. C HMV0171 Chef/Head Cook 300 Hrs. D HMV0126 Food Service Management 300 Hrs. HUMAN SERVICES 47 Program Objective: The objective of the Cosmetology program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the Cosmetology industry. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed in the cosmetology field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of cosmetology industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and the cosmetology industry. Program Outlook: The Cosmetology Program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as hairdressers, hairstylists cosmetologists and supplemental training for person previously or currently employed in this occupation. Instruction is designed to prepare students to successfully pass the Florida Cosmetology License Examination. Instruction includes a combination of class- room theory and practical experiences through practice on man- nequins and patrons in the Cosmetology lab. Students are eligi- ble to join SkillsUSA. Program Content: The content includes, but is not limited to: communication, leadership, human relations and employability skills; safe and efficient work practices; Florida cosmetology law and rules; acquisition of knowledge of the cosmetology/nails specialist/facial specialist and the related chemistry; bacteriology, anatomy and physiology; art of make-up; and development of skill in performing the manipulative and electrical techniques required in the practice of cosmetology/nails specialist and facials specialist occupations. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 1200 hours (approximately 14 months) for adults if attending full-time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status (full-time/part-time) and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains several occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various jobs. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school or have received a high school diploma. ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required. Entrance Dates: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Career Opportunities: Cosmetologist, Manicurist, Facialist, Hairdresser, Hairstylist, Make-up Artist, Manufacturer’s Representative, Platform Artist, Product Demonstrator, Beauty Editor. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 8 Language 8 Reading 9 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost: ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 8:00 am—1:40 pm Approximately Total Cost: $3,867.00 Employment Requirements: ► Complete 1,200 cosmetology school program hours. ► Pass the Cosmetology License Examination. ► Complete a 4-hour HIV/AIDS Training Course ► Apply for the license Salary: According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for a Barbers, Hairstylist and Cosmetologist was $24,830 per year or $11.94 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook: Employment of barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 13 percent from 2016 to 2026 HUMAN SERVICES COSMETOLOGY OCP Course Number Course Title Length A CSP0009 Grooming and Salon Services Core, Facials and Nails 225 Hrs. COS0002 Cosmetologist and Hairdresser 1 300 Hrs. COS0003 Cosmetologist and Hairdresser 2 300 Hrs. COS0009 Cosmetologist and Hairdresser 3 375 Hrs. 50 51 MANUFACTURING ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGY (Building Automation Systems) Program Objective:: The objective of the Electrical and Instrumentation Technology (Building Automation Systems) program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the electrical and instrumentation technology industry. Toward this end the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter and be gainfully employed in the electrician field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of this particular industry; and provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and this industry. Program Outlook: The Building Automation Systems program will help students develop the high-tech skills necessary for future employment in an exciting new field. Building Automation Systems prepares all technicians to work in living labs where their primary responsibility is to focus on energy efficiency and sustainability. Automation is transforming the way facilities manage real-time energy consumption. Students will prepare for employment in this field by learning control theory, IT net- working, electrical and mechanical systems, data analysis, energy management strategies, and systems integration. Building Automation Systems Technician (also referred to as Control/Automation Technicians) are responsible for providing technical solutions to automation-related tasks for their organization. Their responsibilities include designing program for logic controllers, as well as providing maintenance for programmable devices used in production equipment. They also ensure the correct performance of motion controllers and human-machine interfaces. They debug and repair control devices and minimize production loss, as well as create documentation based on the schematics and wiring plans for each device. Technicians must follow electrical regulations and inspect controllers to ensure code compliance. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to communication skills, lead- ership skills, human relations and employability skills, safe and effi- cient work practices, and the technical training to support professional personnel in the engineering, design, development and evaluation of electrical and instrument systems ► Diagnose, test, and debug complex equipment ► Program, modify, and audit programmable logic controllers PLCs) ► Create and audit maintenance tasks, procedures and logs ► Maintain documentation of downtime and repairs ► Build and implement improvement and fixes ► AC/DC Power Sources ► AC/DC Motors ► Motor Controls ► Transformers ► Over-current Protection and Grounding ► Industrial Power Distribution Systems ► Preventative and Corrective Maintenance ► Electrical Test Equipment ► Hydrolic and Pneumatic Systems ► Process Control Systems ► Instrumentation Drawing ► Technical Reporting ► Employability Skills and Safety Length of Program: The average length of this program is 1,800 hours, approximately 20 months, for adults if attending full-time in a clock hour trimester program. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status, whether you are a full-time or part-time student, and the length of time necessary for the student to achieve competencies. This program contains several occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various entry level jobs within this occupational area. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required. Entrance Dates: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Career Opportunities: An entry-level Control/Automation Technician Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 8 Language 8 Reading 8 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Salary According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician (Building Automation Systems) was $33,610 per year or $16.16 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Program Cost ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if appli- cable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 7:20 am—1:00 pm Monday-Thursday 5:30 pm—10:30 pm Approximately Total Cost: $6,125 OCP Course Number Course Title Length A EEV0650 Electrician (Construction) 350 Hrs. B EEV0652 Instrument Mechanic 350 Hrs. C EEV0654 Electrician Maintenance 300 Hrs. D EEV0656 Instrument Technician 400 Hrs. E EEV0658 Operating Engineer Assistant 400 Hrs. 52 Program Objective:: The primary mission of the Electronic Systems Technician program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the electronic systems technician industry. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed in the electronics field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of this particular industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and this industry. Program Outlook: The Electronic Systems Technician program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as service, assembly, and/or installation technicians in the Electronic industry. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experience. The program also offers supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in Electronic occupations. Students are eligible to join SkillsUSA. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to direct current (DC) circuits, alternating current (AC) circuits and analog circuits; solid state and digital devices; microprocessors; use of circuit diagrams and schematics; soldering and chassis assembly techniques; laboratory practices technical recording and reporting and employability skills and safety.. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 900 hours (approximately 12 months) for adults attending full-time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status (full- time/part-time) and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required. Entrance Date: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. .Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 10 Language 9 Reading 9 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost: ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if appli- cable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 7:20 p—1:00 pm Tuesday—Thursday 6:00 pm—10:00 pm Approximately Total Cost: $2,680 Employment Requirements: ► Electrical and electronics installers and repairers need at least a high school education, but most specializations require further preparation through advanced education, work experience, or both. Employers often prefer applicants who have taken courses in electronics at a community college or technical school. ► Student are strongly recommended to obtain an International Society of Certified Electronics Technician (ISCET) certification. Career Opportunities: Electronic Technician, Computer Repair Technician, Audio Technician, Electronic Engineering Technician, Communication Technician, Digital Equipment Repair Technician, Bench Technician, Electronic Technician, Security Systems Technician Salary: According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for an Electronic Systems Technician (Electrical and Electronics Install- ers and Repairers) was $57,890 per year or $27.83 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook: Employment of electrical and electronics installers and repairers is projected to grow by 1 percent from 2016 to 2026. MANUFACTURING ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN OCP Course Number Course Title Length A EEV0012 Electronics Assembler & DC Technician 150 Hrs. B EEV0820 Electronic Digital and Micro- processor Technician 150 Hrs. C EEV0130 Electronic AC Technician 150 Hrs. D EEV0824 Electronic Solid-State and Analog Technician 150 Hrs. E EEV0825 Electronic Systems and Equipment Technician 300 Hrs. TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS 56 Program Objective The Advanced Automotive Service Technology program is committed to provide educational support through the Toyota Technical Education Network (T-TEN) program in order to prepare students for professional positions of distinction in the automotive service technology repair industry. Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College will strive to meet and exceed the needs of our students, graduates, faculty, community, and business partners by providing innovative and competitive programs and utilizing assistance from Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., and Toyota/Lexus Dealerships in the educational and employment process. Program Outlook: The Advanced Automotive Service Technology program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as Toyota or Lexus Technician Specialists in the automotive industry. This program includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experience at the school and dealerships on Toyota/Lexus automobiles. This program is certified by the National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF). Students are eligible to join the SkillsUSA. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the Automotive industry; planning, management, finance, technical and product skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues. ► Electrical Systems ► Standard and Anti-Lock Brake Systems ► Air Conditioning and Heating System ► Engine Repair ► Electronic Fuel Injection ► Emission Control Systems ► Transmissions and Transaxles ► Suspension Systems ► Hybrids ► On-the-job Training ► Employability Skills/Safety Length of Program: The average length of this program is 2400 hours (approximately 24 months) for students attending full-time. Actual time in class is dependent upon enrollment status and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains nine occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various entry level jobs within this occupational area. Admission Requirements: ► Interview with instructor. ► Presentation of a valid Driver’s License. ► Clean driving record. ► Presentation of a standard High School transcript indicating graduation or GED. (Diplomas outside of the U.S. must be evaluated.) ► Social Security Card (non-U.S. citizens must produce a Resident Alien Card or a current Work Authorization card). ► Must be 18 years of age. ► Successful drug test and criminal background (required for internship placement) done at dealership. ► Students are strongly encouraged to take the TABE test and score at least an 8.0 Grade Equivalent Score. *Students must take the TABE test or be exempt from it by the sixth week from the start of the program Entrance Dates: The program is offered in a two-year cohort interval. Please contact the T-TEN department for specific start dates. For more information please call (305) 557-1100 to speak to a counselor. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 10 Language 10 Reading 10 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. ► To be a T-TEN graduate, the student must earn two (2) ASE’s. Program Cost ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 7:15 am—12:15 pm Approximately Total Cost: $9,099.00 Employment Requirements: ► Employers prefer that automotive service technicians and mechanics complete a program at a postsecondary institution. ► Industry certification, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is usually required once the person is employed. ► EPA licensure for technicians working with refrigerants. Career Opportunities: Toyota/Lexus Dealership Technician, Automotive Technician, Service Writer, Service Manager Salary: According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for an Automotive Service Technician was $40,710 per year or $19.57 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook:: Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is project- ed to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026. TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY (T-TEN) OCP Course Number Course Title Length A AER0011 Automotive Maintenance 400 Hrs. B AER0118 Advanced Engine Repair Technician 200 Hrs. C AER0258 Advanced Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Technician 200 Hrs. D AER0275 Advanced Manual Drivetrain and Axle Technician 200 Hrs. E AER0459 Advanced Automotive Suspension and Steering Technician 200 Hrs. F AER0419 Advanced Automotive Brake System Technician 200 Hrs. G AER0319 Advanced Automotive Electrical/ Electronic System Technician 400 Hrs. H AER0173 Advanced Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Technician 200 Hrs. I AER0506 Advanced Automotive Engine Performance Technician 400 Hrs. 57 Program Objective: The objective of the Automotive Collision Technology Technician program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the automotive industry. To accom- plish this, the following guide- lines are established: assist student to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed in the automo- tive field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of this particular industry; provide course to meet current and specific needs of the student and this industry. Program Outlook: The Automotive Collision Technology Technician program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills needed for employment as collision and refinishing technicians in the auto body repair industry. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experience. This program is certified by the National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF). Students are eligible to join SkillsUSA. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to basic trade skills; refinishing skills; sheetmetal repair skills; frame and unibody squaring and aligning; use of fillers; paint systems and undercoats; related welding skills; related mechanical skills; trim-hardware maintenance; glass servicing; and other miscellaneous repairs. The course content should also include training in communication, leadership, human relations and employability skills; and safe, efficient work practices. ► Metal Straightening and Aligning ► Applied Body Shell Alignment Equipment ► Body Preparation/Filling and Plastic Welding ► Techniques of Welding/Brazing ► Frame Alignment ► Shop Management ► Basic Auto Mechanics ► Refinishing Techniques Length of Program: The average length of this program is 1400 hours (approximately 16 months) for adults attending full- time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status (full-time/part-time) and the length of the time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains several occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various entry level jobs within this occupational area. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required. Entrance Dates: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 9 Language 9 Reading 9 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if appli- cable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 7:20 am—1:00 pm Approximately Total Costs: $5,275.00 Employment Requirements: ► Employers prefer that automotive body repair technicians complete a program at a postsecondary institution. ► Industry certification, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is usually required once the person is employed. Career Opportunities: Auto Body Repair Technician, Automotive Glass and Door Service Technician, Interior Trim and Upholstery Technician, Automotive Frame Technician, Front End Alignment Specialist, Auto Refinishing Technician, Insurance Estimator or Adjustor, Automotive Shop Fore- man/Manager/Owner, Auto Salvage Distributor. Salary According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for an Automotive Body Repair Technician was $41,600 per year or $19.87 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook:: Employment of automotive body repair technicians projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026. TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN OCP Course Number Course Title Length A ARR0140 Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing 150 Hrs. B ARR0141 Automotive Collision Refinishing Technician 450 Hrs. C ARR0312 Non-Structural Damage Repair Technician 300 Hrs. D ARR0022 Damage Analysis and Estimating 75 Hrs. E ARR0112 Automotive Collision Welding, Cutting and 75 Hrs. F ARR0295 Structural Damage Repair Technician 350 Hrs. 60 Program Objective: The objective of the Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL Class A) program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the truck driving industry by preparing the students for a Class “A” Commercial Driver License. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed in the trucking field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of this particular industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and this industry. Program Outlook: The Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL Class A) program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as commercial vehicle drivers in the trucking industry. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experience. This program is approved by the Florida Department of Transportation. Full-time instruc- tors are Third Party Examiners. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to the following: rules and regulation, introduction to equipment, defensive and preventive driving, preventative maintenance and inspection, license information for commercial drivers, loading and un- loading cargo; reporting delays or accidents on the road; veri- fying load against shipping papers;, keeping records., testing and licensing the commercial driver and employability skills and safety. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 320 hours (approximately 13 weeks) for Class A CDL full-time students. Admission Requirements: ► Application ► Interview by Guidance Counselor ► Must be 21 years old ► Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and good driving record ► Fees for supplies and textbooks will be required ► Must pass DOT Health Examination ► Must pass DOT Drug Test Entrance Dates: Classes begin approximately every six weeks. Please call (305) 557-1100, Ext. 2326 to obtain information on starting dates. Career Opportunities: Road Drivers, Local Drivers, Independent Lines Drivers, Major National Haulers, Moving Industry Drivers, Straight Truck Driv- ers. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost • In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) • Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) • $15.00 application fee • Material fee—Varies by program • Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester • Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 7:00 am—12:00 pm Monday—Friday 5:30 pm—10:30 pm Approximately Total Cost: $1,791.20 Employment Requirements: ► Commercial truck drivers usually have a high school diploma or equivalent. ► Employers prefer that commercial truck driver complete a program at a professional truck driving school. ► They must have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) Salary According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for a Commercial Truck Driver was $43,680 per year or $21.00 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook:: Employment of Commercial Truck Drivers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026. TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS COMMERCIAL VEHICLE DRIVING (CDL Class A ) OCP Course Course Title Length A TRA0080 Tractor Trailer Truck 320 Hrs. 61 Program Objective: The objective of the Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL Class B) program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the truck driving industry by preparing the students for a Class “B” Commercial Driver License. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established: assist students to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully employed in the trucking field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of this particular industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of the student and this industry. Program Outlook: The Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL Class B) program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as commercial vehicle drivers in the trucking industry. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experience. This program is approved by the Florida Department of Transportation. Full-time instruc- tors are Third Party Examiners. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to the following: vehi- cle safety, accident prevention, operating regulations, car- go handling, documentation procedures, pre-trip prepara- tion, vehicle inspection, maintenance, service, control pro- cedures, backing, maneuvering, road and hazardous driv- ing skills, and licensing requirements. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 150 hours (approximately 6 weeks) for Class B CDL full-time students. Admission Requirements: ► Application ► Interview by Guidance Counselor ► Must be 21 years old ► Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and good driving record ► Fees for supplies and textbooks will be required ► Must pass DOT Health Examination ► Must pass DOT Drug Test Entrance Dates: Classes begin approximately every six weeks. Please call (305) 557-1100, Ext. 2326 to obtain information on starting dates. Career Opportunities: Road Drivers, Local Drivers, Independent Lines Drivers, Major National Haulers, Moving Industry Drivers, Straight Truck Driv- ers. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance Packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost • In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) • Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) • $15.00 application fee • Material fee—Varies by program • Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester • Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 5:30 pm—10:30 pm Approximately Total Cost: $989.20 Employment Requirements: ► Commercial truck drivers usually have a high school diploma or equivalent. ► Employers prefer that commercial truck driver complete a program at a professional truck driving school. ► They must have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) Salary According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for a Commercial Truck Driver was $43,680 per year or $21.00 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook:: Employment of Commercial Truck Drivers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026. TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS COMMERCIAL VEHICLE DRIVING (CDL Class B ) OCP Course Course Title Length A TRA0084 Truck Driver Heavy Flor- 150 Hrs. 62 Program Objective: The objective of the Diesel Systems Technician program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the bus, truck and diesel systems industry. To accomplish this, the following guidelines are established; assist student to choose, prepare for, enter, and be gainfully em- ployed in the bus, truck and diesel repair field; offer a program which emphasizes sound fundamentals while responding to the needs of this particular industry; provide courses to meet current and specific needs of student and this industry. Program Outlook: The Diesel Systems Technician program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as Truck, Bus, and Diesel Mechanics in the Heavy Duty Truck and Bus Repair Industry. Instruction includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experience. The program also offers supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in Heavy Duty Truck and Bus Repair occupations. This program is certified by the National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF). Students are eligible to join SkillsUSA. Program Content: The content includes but is not limited to maintaining and repair- ing diesel engines and electrical systems; reconditioning diesel fuel injection systems; overhauling diesel engines; performing diesel engine preventive maintenance, employability skills and safety practices.. Length of Program: The average length of this program is 1800 hours (approximately 18 months) for adult attending full-time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status (full- time/part-time) and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program con- tains several occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various entry level jobs within this occupational area. Admission Requirements: ► Students must be at least 16 years old and not attend- ing high school ► Application ► Interview by a guidance counselor ► Fees for supplies and textbooks are required. Entrance Dates: This program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. Entrance is dependent upon space availability. Call (305) 557-1100 for more information. Career Opportunities: Bus, Truck and Diesel Engine Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic Helper, Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Fleet Maintenance Technician, Industrial Truck Mechanic, Service Writer, Service Manager. Graduation Requirements: ► Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s) ► Satisfy Basic Skills Requirements Mathematics 11 Language 10 Reading 10 ► No financial obligations ► Students must complete the Clearance packet to receive a program certificate. Program Cost ► In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change) ► Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change) ► $15.00 application fee ► Material fee—Varies by program ► Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester ► Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable Program Hours: Monday—Friday 8:00 am—1:40 pm Monday—Friday 5:30 pm—10:30 pm Approximately Total Cost: $5,250.00 Employment Requirements: ► Employers prefer that diesel service technicians and me- chanics complete a program at a postsecondary institution. ► Industry certification, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is usually required once the person is employed. ► EPA licensure for technicians working with refrigerants. Salary According to the 2017 Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for a Diesel Service Technician was $47,350 per year or $22.76 per hour. Visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Job Outlook Employment of Diesel Service Technician is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026. TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS DIESEL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN OCP Course Number Course Title Length A DIM0101 Diesel Engine Mechanic/ Technician Helper 150 Hrs. B DIM0102 Diesel Electrical and Electronics Technician 300 Hrs. C DIM0103 Diesel Preventive Mainte- nance Technician 150 Hrs. D DIM0104 Diesel Engine Technician 300 Hrs. E DIM0105 Diesel Brakes Technician 300 Hrs. F DIM0106 Diesel Heating and Air Condi- tioning Technician 150 Hrs. G DIM0107 Diesel Steering and Suspension Technician 150 Hrs. H DIM0108 Diesel Drivetrain Technician 150 Hrs. I DIM0109 Diesel Hydraulics Technician 150 Hrs. 65 ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL Yaset Fernandez Principal B.S. M.S. 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