Great Oaks 2019-2020 by Cincinnati Magazine

2019–2020

GREAT

OAKS ADULT EDUCATION CAREER / CLASS GUIDE

INSIDE: Full-time Career Programs • Personal Enrichment Classes Continuing Education • Public Safety Services

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Great Oaks Career Campuses Great Oaks is a public school district; we provide career and technical programs to 36 school districts in southwest Ohio. Our students are spread from the Ohio-Indiana border to Fayette County, halfway from Cincinnati to Columbus. We serve middle school students, high school students, and adults. Our four campuses—Diamond Oaks in Dent, Laurel Oaks in Wilmington, Live Oaks in Milford, and Scarlet Oaks in Sharonville—feature state-of-the-art labs and technology. High school students attend during the day to study their choice of over 30 career areas, from aviation maintenance to construction to advanced manufacturing to robotics. They may even train horses, develop web applications, or become certified in a healthcare field. High school students can earn professional certifications as well as a diploma from their home high school. They can even earn college credit to continue their education. As another option, Great Oaks offers programs at more than two dozen middle schools and high schools that allow students to learn engineering, healthcare, education, and other fields while staying at their school. With these great facilities provided by you, we can also offer low-cost career training and certification for adults. If you’re ready to learn something new, take a look at the programs and classes listed on the following pages.

Diamond Oaks

Live Oaks

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6375 Harrison Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45247-7898 Phone: (513) 612-7003 Fax: (513) 574-3953

5956 Buckwheat Road Milford, OH 45150-2287 Phone: (513) 612-4908 Fax: (513) 575-0805

Laurel Oaks

Scarlet Oaks

200 Scarlet Oaks Drive at 3254 E. Kemper Road Cincinnati, OH 45241 Phone: (513) 771-1142 or (513) 612-5899 Fax: (513) 771-0781

300 Oak Drive Wilmington, OH 45177-9386 Phone: (937) 382-1411 or 1 (800) 752-5480 Fax: (937) 383-2095

303 Scarlet Oaks Drive at 3254 E. Kemper Road Cincinnati, OH 45241 Phone: (513) 771-8881 or 1 (800) 441-6257 Fax: (513) 771-4932

Health Professions Academy OhioMeansJobs Cincinnati–Hamilton County 1916 Central Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45214 Phone: (513) 961-4220 Fax: (513) 961-2327

For complete accreditation information, go to adults.greatoaks.com. Great Oaks programs are also approved by the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Board of Regents.

Council on Occupational Education (COE) 7840 Roswell Rd., Building 300, Suite 325 Atlanta, GA 30350 • (770) 396-3898 • (800) 917-2081

Table of Contents Full-Time Programs Auto Collision ...................................... 6 Automotive Service Technology ......... 6 Aviation Maintenance – Powerplant Technician........................ 9 CNC Manufacturing ............................ 6 Construction Technologies ................. 7 Dental Assisting ................................. 7 Electrical Powerline Mechanic............ 9 Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technology ................... 7 Fire & Emergency Medical Rescue Academy ................ 10

Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning............................... 8 Heavy Equipment Operations & Engineering .................. 8 Industrial Diesel Mechanics ............... 8 Medical Ofﬁce Specialist/ Billing and Coding ............................... 9 Police Academy ................................ 10 Welding Technician............................. 9

Other Programs and Classes General Information, Full-Time ........... 5 General Information, Part-Time .........11 Business & Computers.............12–13 Information Technology Certiﬁcation Programs ...................... 13 Health & Medical ........................... 14 Certiﬁed Clinical Medical Assistant ........................................... 14 EKG Technician ................................. 14 Health Unit Coordinator .................... 14 Medical Administrative Assistant ..... 14 Patient Access & Registration Professional .................. 14 Pharmacy Technician ........................ 14 Phlebotomy Technician..................... 14 STNA, PCA & 5 WK PLUS Program .................................. 14

Personal Enrichment ............... 15–16 Food as a Hobby............................... 15 Fresh Flower Design ........................ 15 Languages ........................................ 16 Motorcycle Safety ............................ 16 Public Safety Services............. 18–19 CPR, Fireﬁghter, EMT ....................... 18 Police Academy/Firearms Training ............................................. 18 Business and Industry ...................... 19 Technical & Industrial .................... 17 PLC Programming ............................ 17 Additional Services ........................... 23 Employer Services............................ 23 Aspire English (ESOL) Classes ......... 21 Aspire HSE Classes .......................... 22 Adult Diploma Program .................... 21

General Info NEW CLASSES, WEBINARS, AND WORKSHOPS will be introduced throughout the year. Check the website for the latest offerings. Printed class dates, times, tuition, and fees are subject to change without notice. Please check adults.greatoaks.com or call (513) 771-8881 for the most up-to-date classes and information. adults.greatoaks.com (513) 771-8881 facebook.com/GreatOaksAdultEducation

Why Choose Great Oaks?

Why choose Great Oaks for adult classes? We all have something to learn. Maybe it’s for fun—like drawing, photography, dog grooming, foreign languages, horsemanship, cooking, or creative writing. Maybe you have projects in mind and want to learn more about carpentry, plumbing, welding, auto repair, or auto body refinishing. You may be thinking about a new career—in healthcare, manufacturing, public safety, machining, or other fields. Or you’d like to improve your computer, business, firefighting, or technical skills for your current job. Whatever the reason, Great Oaks classes are the answer. They’re convenient, low-cost, and high-quality. There’s a campus near you, and parking is always free. Online courses are available too! Go to adults.greatoaks.com or call (513) 771-8881 for more information.

The Great Oaks Education Foundation The Great Oaks Education Foundation was founded in 1999 as a not-for-profit organization committed to expanding access to quality career-technical programs for youth and adults, and to enhance community awareness throughout the Great Oaks district. Each year the foundation awards scholarships and grants to students with bright futures who deserve financial support to help them realize their dreams. Last year, students received more than $10,000 in Foundation scholarships and grants. The Foundation also contributed over $20,000 to help deserving students stay in school and graduate. To find out more or to contribute, go to greatoakseducationfoundation.org.

General Information For Full-Time Career Training Programs

Prepare for High Demand Careers Looking for a change? A chance to do something you’ll enjoy more? Prepare for the right career in the right ﬁeld through Great Oaks. You can go from start to career in less than a year! (Please note: You must have a high school diploma or high school equivalency to enter these career training programs.)

Your First Steps 1. Attend a Career Training Information Session. Session dates are available online at greatoaks.com/ infosessions, or call (513) 771-8881. 2. Begin the Financial Aid process by completing the FAFSA. (School Code 014694) 3. Schedule to take the ACT WorkKeys entrance test ($50 nonrefundable fee).

Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, and Parent Plus Loan 2. Veteran’s Beneﬁts 3. WIOA – Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act 4. TAA – Trade Adjustment Assistance 5. OOD – Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities For additional ﬁnancial aid information, visit greatoaks.com/fa.

Gainful Employment Entrance Testing Career training program candidates are required to take the following WorkKeys Assessments: Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents. For information about the assessments and program score requirements, please attend an information session. For information session dates, call (513) 771-8881 or visit greatoaks.com/ infosessions. Students may also earn a National Career Readiness Certiﬁcate (NCRC) based on their scores on the WorkKeys Assessments. For information, visit: act. org/content/act/en/products-and-services/workkeys-for-employers/assessments.html.

Admissions Policy To enroll in one of the Great Oaks full-time career training programs, a student must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident status. Students must meet testing benchmarks on the WorkKeys Assessments. Some programs may have additional requirements due to outside certiﬁcations.

Financial Aid The following aid is available for students who qualify: 1. Federal Title IV Aid – includes Pell Grant, Subsidized Stafford Loan,

For information about tuition/ fees, median loan debt, and graduation/placement rates of students who completed these programs, visit greatoaks.com/ge.

Adult Workforce Development Faculty & Staff Great Oaks faculty meets the Ohio Department of Education’s requirements for career and technical instructors, including experience in business and industry.

is receiving Federal ﬁnancial aid, an additional calculation must be made using the U.S. Dept. of Education’s Return of Title IV Funds policy. See Refund Policy in the Consumer Disclosures and Policies section of the Adult Education Student Handbook at adults. greatoaks.com.

Certiﬁcates and Career Passports A student must have achieved 95% cumulative attendance and 70% grade average (some programs require 100% attendance) to receive a Career and Technical Education Certiﬁcate and a Career Passport. Both are widely recognized by business and industry. Class dates, times, tuition, and fees are subject to change without notice. Please check adults. greatoaks.com or call (513) 771-8881 for the most up-todate information.

Employment Training in job-seeking skills, résumé writing, and interviewing techniques are part of all full-time adult education programs at no additional cost. The Great Oaks Adult Education supervisors and career technical instructors are available for assistance with the above. Students will also have access to the services of the Placement Ofﬁce at Career Services after graduation.

Career Training Program (Full-time) Cancellations/ Refunds Students may be entitled to a full refund if the student’s application is not accepted or the class is cancelled. Partial refunds (a $25 handling fee may apply) may be issued when a student cancels enrollment prior to the start date, or withdraws after the class starts. Refunds are calculated according to Great Oaks refund policy. If the student

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Great Oaks Warranty Graduates placed through the Great Oaks Placement Program are covered by the Great Oaks Warranty. This guarantees employers that the graduate will perform satisfactorily in veriﬁed competency areas during the ﬁrst year on the job, or Great Oaks will retrain at no cost.

OhioMeansJobs OhioMeansJobs may be an option to consider if you need help paying tuition or assistance ﬁnding a job after you complete your program. Go to ohiomeansjobs.org and click on “OhioMeansJobs Centers”to ﬁnd the location in your area.

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Full-Time Career Training Programs Auto Collision Gain skills in structural and nonstructural analysis and damage repair, metal and plastics finishing, painting and refinishing, unibody repair, and detailing. Prepare to work in dealerships and independent automotive centers in this high demand career field. Courses use current I-CAR curriculum. Students are eligible to earn ASE testing certifications. NATEF accredited.

Employment Opportunities • Body technician • Frame technician • Painter (automotive/ industrial) • Auto glass technician • Fiberglass technician • Bench hand • Detailer Campus: Diamond Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon– Thur, 4:30–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $3,730 Total*: $11,425

Automotive Service Technology All major areas of required ASE expertise will be covered including tune-up and carburetor service, front end alignment, engine performance, suspension and steering, transmission, brakes, cooling system, and electrical/ electronics troubleshooting. An ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certiﬁed Program. Employment Opportunities • Automotive technician/ mechanic • Engine repair and maintenance • Tune-up specialist • Brake technician

CNC Manufacturing Learn machine tool set-up and basic machining skills, basic computer numeric control (CNC) and computer-assisted drafting (CAD), plus blueprint reading and interpretation of drawings and symbols. Students are eligible to earn CPR/First Aid, OSHA, NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills), and FANUC CNC certiﬁcations.

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• Heating and air conditioning specialist • Steering and suspension technician • Tire and wheel service technician • Mufﬂer and brake technician • Alignment/tire technician • Parts/counter sales • Lube technician Campus: Scarlet Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon– Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $3,246 Total*: $10,941

Employment Opportunities • Programmer • Set-up operator • CAD/CAM designer • Manual machine operator • Tool maker Campus: Live Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/Tools/Supplies: $2,930 Total*: $10,625

Full-Time Career Training Programs Construction Technologies Learn residential carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills as you earn NCCER credentials. Master a wide range of hand and power tools and read building plans. Students are eligible to earn NCCER, CPR, and OSHA certiﬁcations.

Employment Opportunities • Framing carpenter • Finish carpenter • Remodeling • Electrician apprentice • Plumbing apprentice • Roofer • Drywall installer/ ﬁnisher Campus: Scarlet Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $3,130 Total*: $10,825

Dental Assisting Join a fast growing profession! Learn to assist chairside during operative and specialty procedures, understand X-ray processes, learn basic types of impression materials, and identify and use basic types of dental and lab equipment. Review ofﬁce receptionist duties. Learn CPR, ﬁrst aid, oral hygiene, and preventive dentistry techniques. Students prepare to take exams for radiographer, CODA, and DANB. BCI and FBI record checks are required prior to enrollment.

Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technology Learn the all-important aspects of electrical and electronic repair and maintenance. Besides learning how to use test instrumentation such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and logic probes, you will also learn how to program PLCs and troubleshoot electrical motors and motor control circuitry. In addition, you will learn how to read ladder-logic diagrams and be introduced to pneumatics, hydraulics, and robotics. Students are eligible to earn the MSSC safety certiﬁcation.

Employment Opportunities • Chairside assistant • Licensed dental radiographer • Office receptionist • Dental office secretary • Dental sales and marketing • Chairside – specialty office Campus: Scarlet Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $1,540 Total*: $9,235

Employment Opportunities • Field service technician • Electrical maintenance technician • Electro-mechanical maintenance technician • Testing and measurement technician • Assembly and inspection technician • PLC programming Campus: Scarlet Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $8,019 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $2,565 Total*: $10,584

*Subject to change These entry-level programs prepare you for certification in a new career. Or, you can continue your education with college credit you earn through the Ohio One-Year Option.

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Full-Time Career Training Programs Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Learn to install, service, and maintain gas, oil, and electric furnaces, boilers, air conditioners, and heat pumps, preparing you for industry-required certiﬁcation and employment. Accredited by PAHRA (Partnership for Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Accreditation). Students are eligible to earn ICE and EPA certiﬁcations.

Employment Opportunities • Service technician • Installation technician • Maintenance technician • Sales and distribution • Design and manufacturing • Energy management • HVAC controls Campus: Diamond Oaks, Live Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $3,330 Total*: $11,025

Heavy Equipment Operations & Engineering Heavy Equipment Operations is one of the highest paying careers in the construction industry. Using state-of-the-art heavy equipment, students receive extensive training to operate power construction equipment: dozers, scrapers, backhoes, excavators, skid-steers, compactors, tractors, and front end loaders. Students earn NCCER certiﬁcations.

Employment Opportunities • Heavy equipment operator • Loader operator • Backhoe operator • Highway maintenance worker • Heavy equipment sales • Underground utility operator • Bulldozer and compactor operators • Equipment yard or rental store • GPS layout • Rover operator Campus: Live Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $8,343 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $2,805 Total*: $11,148

Industrial Diesel Mechanics Learn all aspects of diesel engine service and repair on buses, trucks, over-the-road trucks, construction equipment, emergency service vehicles, aircraft tuggers, and railroad equipment. Assemble, adjust, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems and drive trains, electrical and cooling systems, and steering and suspension systems. Students are eligible to earn ASE certiﬁcations. NATEF accredited.

Employment Opportunities • Diesel truck technician • Service writer • Parts expeditor • Diesel equipment sales • Powertrain mechanic • Marine diesel mechanic • Transportation/logistics • Agricultural diesel equipment sales and service Campus: Scarlet Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $3,190 Total*: $10,885

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Full-Time Career Training Programs 0HGLFDO 2I¿FH Specialist/Billing & Coding Learn basic medical administrative skills, medical terminology, coding, and billing. You will also be introduced to computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Graduates may work in medical ofﬁces, hospitals, healthcare facilities, and insurance companies. This program prepares the learner for seven nationally recognized industry certiﬁcations including BLS. BCI/FBI background checks are required prior to enrollment.

Welding Technician Precision and excellent hand/ eye coordination are important for the welding program. You will learn various types of welds and cutting operations as well as fabrication, quality control, weld testing, and blueprint reading. Through this program, you will have the opportunity to become a certiﬁed welder. Other career pathways might include welding inspector, metal fabricator, or sales. Students are eligible to earn AWS certiﬁcations.

Employment Opportunities • Medical administrative assistant • Medical billing specialist • Medical coding specialist • Front desk • Patient ﬁnancial representative • Patient access representative • Health unit coordinator Campus: Scarlet Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon– Thur, 9 am–3 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $1,850 Total*: $9,545

Employment Opportunities • Inspector • Weld technician • Metal fabricator • Industrial repair welder • Production welder Campus: Live Oaks, Scarlet Oaks 900 hours/45 weeks | Mon–Thur, 4:30 pm–10:30 pm | Aug. 14, 2019–Jun. 25, 2020 | Tuition: $7,695 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $2,970 Total*: $10,665

Training for Hot Jobs with Great Oaks Partners Aviation Maintenance Powerplant Technician Gain the skills, knowledge, and practical experience required to enter this lucrative profession that is in high demand. Acquire the FAA airframe and powerplant licenses required to repair high-tech aircraft. This program leads to an associate degree in Engineering Aviation Maintenance from Southern State Community College, our partner in Aviation Technology. This is an FAA approved program. For more information on this exciting training opportunity at Laurel Oaks, contact Amy McClellen at Southern State Community College at (800) 628-7722, ext. 2785 or e-mail amcclellan@sscc.edu.

Electrical Powerline Mechanic Gain an overview of the energy delivery system. Qualify to climb poles! Learn the assembly of materials, tools, and equipment. Perform bucket truck rescue, pole top rescue, and operation of bucket truck and digger truck. Receive Class A truck driver training upon completion of the course. For more information on this exciting training opportunity, contact John Sullivan at Warren County Career Center Campus: john.sullivan@mywccc.org or (513) 933-3940. arren

County Career Center “Your choice for a future of opportunities”

*Subject to change These entry-level programs prepare you for certification in a new career. Or, you can continue your education with college credit you earn through the Ohio One-Year Option.

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Full-Time Career Training Programs Public Safety Services DON’T WAIT TO APPLY!

Police Academy The Great Oaks Police Academy offers over 700 hours of police training under the direction of a State Certified Police Academy Commander. Successful completion of this course and passing the Ohio Peace Officer Certification Exam is the first step to certification in the State of Ohio by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission. This certification eligibility is the gateway to inclusion in a class of individuals who are sought by many police recruiters. This program is accredited by OPOTA, Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy. Essential Personal Characteristics • Valid driver’s license • Good moral character as established by a criminal background check • No convictions whatsoever for felony offense of violence or domestic violence. No misdemeanor theft, drug abuse, or misdemeanor offense of violence within the last three years. Successfully pass drug screen.

Fire & Emergency Medical Rescue Academy

The Great Oaks Fire Academy offers 675 hours/18 weeks of EMS, fire, fire pumper, hazardous materials training, and technical rescue instruction from our nationally and internationally recognized faculty. All graduates of the accredited program receive Pro Board certifications and are eligible to take examinations for Ohio FF, EMT, Hazard Recognition Officer (Fire Inspector I) and National Registry of EMT credentials. Must pass a physical exam and background check (at additional cost). Essential Personal Characteristics • Valid driver’s license • Achieve required levels on entrance assessment • Good moral character as established by a criminal background check

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• High school diploma or equivalency • Must be 21 years old by end of program to take state exam. Tuition: $6,030 Books/Tools/Supplies: $800 (includes uniforms) Total*: $6,830 Employment Opportunities • Over the past five years, more than 80% of the graduates of this outstanding program have found employment in the field of law enforcement. Campus: Scarlet Oaks/Public Safety Services Day Academy (All Day): *743+ hours/17 weeks | Tues & Thur, 8 am–5 pm | Mon, Wed, Fri, 8 am–6:30 pm | Starting in July 2019 (first day TBA) | Evening Academy: *743+ hours/32 weeks | Tues & Thur, 5 pm–9:30 pm | Mon, Wed, Fri, 4 pm–9:30 pm | Starting in Jan. 2020 (first day TBA) |

• Good physical condition as established by a physical examination • Be able to pass a drug screen • High school diploma or equivalency Employment Opportunities • Fireﬁghter (public and private sector) • Emergency medical technician (public and private sector) • Hazardous materials response team (private industry) • Fire Safety Inspector Campus: Scarlet Oaks/ Public Safety Services 675 hours/18 weeks | Mon–Fri, 8 am–5 pm | Tuition: $6,213 Books/ Tools/Supplies: $1,900 (includes uniforms) Total*: $8,113

General Information &HUWL¿FDWH A Certificate of Completion is awarded if 75% attendance is attained and course requirements are met for short-term classes. EKG, Phlebotomy, Health Unit Coordinator, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, and other career certification programs have 90% attendance requirements (details on the first day of class). Fire, EMT, STNA, and CPR courses require 100% attendance.

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$100 or more in tuition. Discount is applied after the book and/or material costs are subtracted from the course fee. You must register in person with photo ID the ﬁrst time.

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Computer 1 & 2 Day Seminar Classes: A $50 cancellation fee will be charged unless a cancellation is received no later than 48 hours before the start of class. IT Certiﬁcation Programs: A $150 cancellation fee will be charged unless a cancellation is received no later than 48 hours before the start of class. WorkKeys: There are no refunds available for WorkKeys registration. If you need to change your test date and you contact us at (513) 771-8881 at least 2 hours before your scheduled testing, we are able to offer a one-time transfer to a future test date. If we don’t hear from you at least 2 hours before your scheduled test date, we are unable to offer a transfer.

2QOLQH &ODVVHV DW *UHDW 2DNV at your own pace combined with enough structure and support to complete the course. The courses can be accessed 24/7 from anywhere with an Internet connection. New sessions of each six-week online course start monthly, with two lessons released weekly (for a total of 12). Each high-quality course includes comprehensive lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a discussion area. Dedicated instructors facilitate every course.

Through a partnership with ed2go, Great Oaks offers hundreds of courses on just about every topic. Gain valuable and interesting knowledge at your convenience. You’ll have the ﬂexibility to study

Popular course titles include: Creating Web Pages, Accounting Fundamentals, Speed Spanish, Grant Writing, Medical Terminology, and Real Estate Investing. New courses are introduced monthly, so there’s surely something to ﬁt your needs. To learn more, visit ed2go.com/greatoaks.

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Access 2019 – Introduction #103758 Learn the basics of creating tables, queries, forms and reports so you can manage, store, search, analyze, and display information you’ve collected about your business, home, or community group.

Access 2019 – Intermediate #103759 Prerequisite: Access 2019 – Introduction The power of Access lies in relationships. Learn how to create an efﬁcient and effective database

using proper relationships. Work with advanced queries, forms, and reports.

Accounting – Level I #101020 This course includes analyzing transactions, debits and credits, general ledger and subsidiary ledger accounts, journalizing, posting, work sheets, trial balance, balance sheet and proﬁt and loss statement, accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Accounting – Level II #101021 Prerequisite: Level I or equivalent Recording in journals: purchases, payments, sales, and receipts. Also, accounting for interest, depreciation, accruals, posting to general ledger, preparation of work sheets, ﬁnancial statements, closing entries, and analyzing payroll transactions and reports.

Adobe Illustrator CC (Windows) #103232 Illustrator offers the newest and most powerful drawing and typographical tools for designers to cre-

ate vector graphics, logos, posters, brochures, and much more.

Computers –Keyboarding #103005 Covers basic skills for computer keyboarding. Learn the correct way to keyboard for increased speed and accuracy, using e-mail, and word processing features.

Computers for Beginners #103001 Learn how to operate the computer with an overview of word processing, Excel spreadsheets, and introduction to the internet.

Excel 2019 – Introduction #103640 Crunch numbers? Excel is the tool for you. Learn to use formulas and functions to analyze your data. Discover how to create spreadsheets that are accurate and easy to read.

Excel 2019 – Intermediate #103641 Prerequisite: Excel 2019 – Introduction Step beyond the basics. After

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Business & Computer learning to work with multiple worksheets, you will unleash some of the powerful data management tools in Excel: subtotals, tables, pivot tables, and pivot charts.

Excel 2019 – Advanced #103642 Prerequisite: Excel 2019 – Introduction and Intermediate Master Excel’s advanced features. Expand your repertoire of data analysis tools as you learn about lookups and data tables, data validation, database functions, importing and exporting data.

Excel 2019 – Formulas and Functions #103643 Prerequisite: Excel – Introduction Learn to maximize the beneﬁts of a variety of Excel calculation tools, including functions from the text, date logical, and information categories.

Excel 2019 – Programming with VBA #103644 Prerequisite: Excel Intermediate or Excel Level II Learn Excel’s Visual Basic Application (VBA). Students will learn how to create macros, message boxes, input boxes, user forms, and events to trigger actions in a speciﬁc cell or an entire worksheet.

Excel 2019 – Level I #103645 Learn to move and copy data, and understand absolute and relative references, simple functions, basic formatting, printing, charts, and large workbooks. Will also cover advanced formatting, styles, and backgrounds.

Excel 2019 – Level II #103646 Prerequisite: Level I or instructor approval Learn to create outlines and subtotals, work with advance charting, spark lines, worksheet auditing and protection, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data validation, importing and exporting data, and macros.

OneNote 2019 – Essentials #103135 Looking for a way to organize meeting notes, research notes, or random bits of information? Learn to use this powerful Microsoft program to easily organize and search your notes.

Outlook 2019 – Unleash the Power #103455 Need an easy and powerful plan-

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ner? Organize yourself with these tips and tricks to improve your use of Outlook through Contacts, Calendar, and Tasks.

Photoshop CC (Windows) – Level I #103855 Artists, photographers, designers, and hobbyists all use Photoshop. Learn to use one of the world’s best-known photo editing programs to modify, retouch, and resize images.

PowerPoint 2019 – Introduction #103717 Create a powerful presentation with one of the most popular presentation software packages. You’ll create presentations that include text, graphics, WordArt, tables, charts, and diagrams.

PowerPoint 2019 – Intermediate #103718 Prerequisite: PowerPoint 2019 – Introduction Create your own custom PowerPoint template. Discover how to engage your audience with multimedia content and interactive slide events. Become skilled at integrating PowerPoint with Word and Excel.

Publisher 2019 – Introduction #103827 Learn to design and create professional newsletters and brochures with this easy-to-use desktop publishing program.

QuickBooks Pro 2015 #103048 Learn this accounting software to track ﬁnances. Set up a chart of accounts, reconcile your checking account, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables and receivables, and generate reports.

QuickBooks Pro 2015 – Basic #103049 Have all of your accounting needs in one location. It provides tools to manage your customers, vendors, clients, inventory, and ﬁnances. Generate reports to track your payables and receivables.

QuickBooks Pro 2015 – Advanced #103050 Prerequisite: QuickBooks Pro 2018 – Basic Learn more about in-depth estimating, invoicing, and job costing. Learn how to set up and use inventory and payroll systems.

Word 2019 #103120 Learn basic skills, competencies, and terminology of Word 2019. Navigation, text, and document management are introduced. Advanced functions if student proﬁciency permits.

ÎINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS Î COMPUTER HARDWARE/ NETWORKING CompTIA A+ #104100 Prerequisite: Knowledge of Microsoft Windows platform and basic knowledge of computing concepts. Prepare for the A+ certiﬁcation exams with an experienced IT professional. Hands-on training will include installation, conﬁguration, troubleshooting, and basic networking.

CompTIA Network+ #104110 Prerequisite: CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent work experience Prepare for the Network+ certification exam with an experienced IT professional. Learn the features and functions of network components and the skill needed to install, configure, and troubleshoot basic networking hardware peripherals and protocols.

CompTIA Security+ #104042 Prerequisite: CompTIA Network+ Certiﬁcation or equivalent knowledge and experience Prepare for the Security+ certiﬁcation and learn the skills to secure a network. Learn compliance and operation security, threats, data, and host security. Also included are access control, identity management, and cryptography.

Î WEB AND GRAPHIC DESIGN Web and Graphic 'HVLJQ &HUWL¿FDWLRQ #104225 Learn the tools to take your web and graphic design projects to new heights. Create portfolio-ready pieces under the guidance of an experienced and accomplished web and graphic designer.

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Health & Medical

Part-Time Classes

Health & Medical Health Professions Academy The Health Professions Academy (HPA) is located on a bus line in downtown Cincinnati at 1916 Central Parkway (in the lower level of the OhioMeansJobs Center). Call 513.961.4220 to reserve your spot at one of our information sessions. Visit greatoaks. com/hpa to learn more and view our schedules.

State Tested Nurse Assistant (STNA) Learn basic nursing skills and apply learning in a lab and clinical setting. Graduates are eligible to take the Ohio Department of Health state exam.

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Gain the knowledge and skills to provide acute medical/surgical care in a hospital setting to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.

5 WK PLUS Program State Tested Nursing Assistant/ Patient Care Assistant (PLUS) Combines employability/job seeking skills training with the State Tested Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Assistant programs (described above). Learn interviewing and application and résumé building. Opportunities to meet healthcare employers.

EKG Technician #202015 This 50-hour comprehensive course prepares students to function as EKG Technicians and will include important topics such as anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography, stress testing.

Phlebotomy Technician #202016 This 120-hour comprehensive course combines academic and hands-on classroom instruction. Students will learn to safely collect actual blood samples, clean and sterilize equipment, and use infection control precautions.

&HUWL¿HG &OLQLFDO 0HGLFDO Assistant (CCMA) #202040 This 140-hour comprehensive course will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical ofﬁce. Instruction includes: preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing.

Intravenous Therapy for Licensed Practical Nurse #202010 Candidate must have a current valid Ohio LPN License showing “Meds Yes.” Successful candidates will be issued a certiﬁcation by Ohio Board of Nursing and will receive 41 contact hours from Licensed Practical Nurse Association. Call (513) 612-5705 for more information.

Health Unit Coordinator #202404 This 50-hour comprehensive course is designed to prepare students to perform the tasks and responsibilities of a Health Unit Coordinator in support of medical staff, nursing personnel, hospital departments, and to assist patients and visitors. NEW! Patient Access & Registration Professional #203003

This 90-hour comprehensive program will prepare students to handle patient encounters, patient

customer service, and other areas related to intake and the coordination of a patient’s healthcare experience. NEW! Medical Administrative Assistant #203002

This 50-hour comprehensive course prepares students to function in numerous administrative and clerical positions in the health care industry. Instruction includes: interpersonal skills, basics of insurance billing and coding, medical records management, management of practice ﬁnances, etc. NEW! Pharmacy Technician #202030

This 50 hour comprehensive course prepares students to work as a pharmacy technician in retail or other settings. Course content includes: pharmacy terminology, pharmacy calculations and measurements, reading and interpreting prescriptions and deﬁning drugs by generic and brand names.

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Personal Enrichment Personal Enrichment Auto Body Repair – Level I #308100 Students repair damaged automobiles and light truck bodies, estimate repair cost, remove dents with dolly block and hammers, and ﬁll dents with plastic materials. Limited painting. Students purchase own supplies.

Auto Body Repair – Level II #308101 Prerequisite: Auto Body Repair – Level I or comparable training Students use skills obtained in Auto Body Repair – Level I to make cosmetic repairs on their own vehicles with instructor supervision. Students provide all materials for course. Paint time is limited.

Auto Mechanics Basics for Beginners #308130 Save on costly minor repairs on your vehicle as you learn how to replace fuses, bulbs, filters, fluids, and various other minor repairs. Feel more confident about your vehicle! Students purchase any personal necessary supplies. List provided first class.

Creative Writing I #304085 Jump start your writing by unlocking the ideas that have been in your head as you learn how to organize your thoughts and get started.

Creative Writing II – Short Story Writing #304086 Learn more in-depth ways to produce written words that are held together in coherent, ﬂowing, and organized manner—skills necessary for writers to produce engaging works and to ﬁnd their own voices.

Dog Grooming – Level I #301040 Dog grooming basics: correct handling, scissors techniques, demos on popular breeds according to AKC standards, and hands-on grooming by students. Students supply own animals. Do not bring dog to ﬁrst class.

Dog Grooming – Level II #301041 Prerequisite: Dog Grooming – Level I or equivalent experience Grooming of difﬁcult breeds, shop procedures, and equipment discussions. This is a lab class with demos and actual dog grooming. Students provide dogs. Same textbook as Level I.

Part-Time Classes

Advanced Grooming #301042 Prerequisite: Dog Grooming – Level I Improve your grooming skills, learn techniques for showing cats and dogs, specialize in different breeds each week, learn about running your own pet salon.

Drawing – For the Absolute Beginner #308002 Drawing is the most important approach to art making. In-depth look at basic drawing techniques. Focus placed on lines, contour, shape, perspective, mass, tone, value, and perception.

Fresh Flower Design – Level I #306100 Introduction to ﬂoral design. Each week is a new subject: corsages, centerpieces, vase arrangements, care and handling, and more. Take home your own arrangement each week. Bring knife, scissors, and wire cutters.

Fresh Flower Design – Level II #306101 Prerequisite: Fresh Flower Arranging – Level I Develop skills you learned in Level I with imagination and creativity. Bridal bouquets, table decorating, tropical ﬂowers. Take home your own arrangement each week.

Fresh Flower Design – Holiday Class #306103 Prerequisite: Fresh Flower Design – Level I Decorate your way through the holidays with ﬂowers as we make centerpieces, door swags, wreaths, and various table decor. Each week take home the beautiful masterpiece you created!

Monthly Fresh Flower Club #306103 Prerequisite: Fresh Flower Design – Level I Expand on your ﬂoral design technique with this monthly class, with the theme selected by the instructor.

Baking – Basic #303040 An introduction to baking outside the box. New and creative recipes to teach different techniques with ﬂavor and appeal for all to enjoy.

Cake Decorating Basics #303001 Learn how to ice and border cakes; torte a cake with fruit ﬁlling; make

basic ﬂowers; work with chocolate, including molds, ribbons, and ﬂowers; write with icing; and learn basket weave and piping.

Cake Decorating Advanced #303002 Be your own cake boss! Learn to work with fondant, pastilles ﬂowers, “mad hatter” style of cake stacking, and much more. Students supply fondant, fondant tools, and any other cake decorating tools from Level I.

Cooking Healthy #303023 Learn to cook low-calorie, high-ﬁber, family-friendly meals incorporating fresh vegetables and a variety of whole grains.

Cooking – Techniques #303015 Great for young adults! Learn these basics: knife skills, salads and vinaigrettes; sauces, marinades, and soups; and how to break down a chicken and clean ﬁsh.

Custom Jewelry Making – Level I #307499 Learn how to make custom jewelry such as wraps, coils, charms, etc. and to ﬁnish jewelry with diverse materials.

Guitar – Blues Guitar I #308354 Introduction to various elements and styles of blues guitar playing with emphasis on developing student’s own sense of style and conﬁdence using the blues as a template.

Guitar – Blues Guitar II #308355 Prerequisite: Guitar – Blues Guitar Level I Learn more basic blues fundamentals and spend extended time in class putting skills into practice.

Guitar – Level I #308350 Learn pick handling, tuning, individual string and multistring strumming, tablature reading, basic chords, scales, and simple classic songs. Student must bring electric or acoustic guitar.

Guitar – Level II #308351 Covers advanced tablature reading, chord formation, bar chords, suspended chords, using scales for soloing, and understanding music theory. Student must bring electric or acoustic guitar.

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Personal Enrichment Horsemanship – Level I #301010 Learn the basics of horse handling and riding. Learn how to groom and prepare a horse for riding, tacking up, mounting and dismounting, and proper riding position at the walk and trot.

Horsemanship – Level II #301011 Prerequisite: Course #301010 or comparable training/experience Continue to develop riding skills through the use of basic English and Western riding practices.

Horsemanship – Level III #301012 Prerequisite: Levels I and II Both English and Western riders will sharpen their riding skills. Students will participate in dressage test, ground poles, and cavalletti work, and experience trail class challenges and practice riding reining patterns.

Horsemanship – Bareback Pad #301013 Prerequisite: Completion of Horsemanship I and two terms of Horsemanship II Learn to ride bareback to improve rider’s balance, conﬁdence, and reﬁne rider’s ability to better communicate with horses thru feel. This technique also develops rider’s seat, leg aids, and timing.

Part-Time Classes

More emphasis on conversation and a weekly theme for discussion as well as additional grammar and verbs. Several new tenses will be introduced.

Spanish – Level IV #307405 Prerequisite: Levels I–III or extensive background in Spanish

Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle – Basic Rider Skills Prerequisite: Pass written test and bring your temporary motorcycle permit the ﬁrst day/night of class. We provide motorcycles.

Motorcycle Safety – Returning Rider Skills Prerequisite: For riders 18 and over with at least one year of riding experience on temporary motorcycle permit. Bring your temporary motorcycle permit the ﬁrst day of class. We provide motorcycles.

Motorcycle Safety – BRS2 Prerequisite: Already have your endorsement, with over 1,000 miles of riding experience. Use your own motorcycle in the class. Have your endorsement the day of class. For all Motorcycle Safety classes: Arrive 15 minutes before class start time. For class schedule and registration, go to www. motorcycle.ohio.gov or call (800) 837-4337.

Languages French – Level I #307100 Learn one of the most romantic languages as you explore the vocabulary and culture of France.

Outdoor Power Equipment & Engine Repair #308110 This is a comprehensive course involving a mixture of classroom and hands-on style learning. Improve skills and learn new tricks and techniques. Bring in your weed eater, trimmer, lawnmower, etc.

Photography – Level I #308010 For the photography enthusiast who desires more creative instruction. Not for point-and-shoot cameras. Students must provide their own 35mm, digital, or ﬁlm camera. No darkroom is available.

Photography – Level II #308011 Prerequisite: Photography I or equivalent Further explore the exposure triangle, lighting techniques, rule-ofthirds, composition, depth of ﬁeld, and perspective.

Watercolor – For the Absolute Beginner #308003 Beginners learn color theory, values, and fun techniques. Students will complete artwork that will be suitable for framing.

Watercolor – Intermediate #307498 Prerequisite: Watercolor – For the Absolute Beginner Experience in-depth teaching while painting more challenging watercolors.

Italian – Level I #307060 Take a tour of Italy! Explore vocabulary, geography, and culture with emphasis on speaking and listening for understanding.

Spanish – Level I #307400 Elementary course with emphasis on speaking and listening for understanding.

Spanish – Level II #307401 Prerequisite: Spanish I Continuation of Spanish I basics with the addition of more grammar, verbs, and study of new tenses. Level II uses the same textbook as Level I.

Spanish – Level III #307402 Prerequisite: Spanish I & II

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Technical

Part-Time Classes

Technical Blueprint Reading – Machine Trades #505001 Learn to interpret drawings of machine parts, stampings, castings, cams, gears, cross section views, assemblies, tool and dies, tolerances, and machine operations.

Blueprint Reading – Welding #505002 Learn to interpret drawings for welding and fabrication. Learn weld symbols to understand ﬁt-up process direction and location of weld.

Carpentry #501210 Course includes safety, use of tools, carpentry techniques, building layout and framing, ﬂoor and wall construction.

DIY Plumbing #501402 Learn to replace water heaters, toilets, kitchen sinks, bathroom faucets, and water softeners. Repair toilets, leaky faucets, and clogged drains. Perfect for remodeling kitchens and bathrooms.

Electrical Home Repair for Beginners and First Time Home Owners #501305 Learn the basics of electricity as you tackle those small projects yourself around the house! Make the repair and save!

Electrical Wiring – Residential Systems #501310 Covers basic electricity and home wiring using N.E.C., including wiring materials and devices, splicing, outlets, switches, service requirements, lighting.

Electrical Wiring – Commercial #501311 Prerequisite: Course 501310 or comparable training/experience Commercial layout and design including troubleshooting and installation, blueprint reading, conduit bending, and panel selection. Instruction based on current N.E.C.

CDL Prep Class #402400 This class will prepare you to take the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test. The ﬁve parts of the test will be reviewed and explained. The pre-test and posttest will prepare you for the state CDL test.

Home Improvement – Repair #501110

conversion elements, data move elements, subroutines, analog, and scaling.

Learn tool safety, basic electric, repairing drywall and ceramic tile, patching a roof, window screen repairs, and lock replacement. Also painting and wallpaper removal. Designed for beginners.

PLC Programming – Level III #503102

Electro-Mechanical Motor Controls #503010 Students will learn about ladder logic, then design, wire, and troubleshoot actual motor control circuits using ladder logic trainer. Class is 70% hands-on.

PLC Programming – Level I #503100 Prerequisite: Electro-Mechanical Motor Controls Students will learn basic PLC programming, converting ladder logic to PLC logic and the use of timers and counters.

PLC Programming – Level II #503101 An extension of Level I. Students will be introduced to human machine interfaces (HMI) and networking. Topics include developing advance programs using compare functions, math operations,

Learn how to use human machine interfaces (HMIs) with PLCs and how to use PC-based HMI systems with graphics and plant wide integration.

Welding – Level I #505100 Learn to weld using ARC, MIG, and acetylene process safely. Includes carbon steel, alloys and aluminum, plus plasma cutting, arc air gouging, and acetylene cutting.

Welding – Level II – Advanced Mig & Tig #505101 Level II uses the same book as Level I. If you do not have the book, contact Central Registration at (513) 771-8881.

Welding for Custom Metalwork and Art #505102 Come and learn the processes of soldering, brazing, and light gas and GMAW welding in a fun and informative environment.

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Public Safety Services Police Academy/ Firearms Training

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Firearms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Concealed Carry Class #406020 Meet the required training necessary to apply for the Ohio Concealed Carry permit. Limited handgun rentals and ammunition are available.

Private Security Basic Handgun #406001 A 20-hour ďŹ rearms course to meet the Ohio Peace OfďŹ cer Training Council (OPOTC) mandate for the private security professional to carry a ďŹ rearm during employment. OPOTA certiďŹ ed instructors.

Private Security 5HTXDOLÂżFDWLRQ &ODVV #406106 Meet the yearly qualiďŹ cation set forth in the ORC section 4749.10 for the private security professional to maintain their ďŹ rearm certiďŹ cate. OPOTC certiďŹ ed instructors.

Firearms Interactive Reality Training System (MILO Range Training Systems) #406101 This complete portable training system can be brought to you or you can attend an interactive training class at the Police Academy. This training will improve your training skills. You will be able to interact and make decisions in all types of real time situations. This training is of great value for the Private Security OfďŹ cer Police OfďŹ cer or citizens who wish to add to their skill sets. Our Police Instructors can assist you with your training needs.

Level One Handgun #406003 Designed for those who would like to expand their shooting skills. Students will be using the MILO Interactive Training System.

Level Two Handgun #406004 Students must have attended Level One training prior to taking this class. Students will use the MILO Interactive Training System.

Gun Rental #406025 Gun rentals are $30. Group discounts can apply.

Part-Time Classes

CPR 2019â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2020 Great Oaks is a training center of the American Heart Association and the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. CPR courses present the student with a speciďŹ c course of action when confronted with a victim who is not breathing and has no pulse. All cards have a recommended renewal date of two years. CPR classes provide no revenue to the American Heart Association (AHA). Tuition due at registration.

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Basic Life Support +HDOWKFDUH 3URYLGHU #201100 Required for healthcare professionals, nursing students, nurses, doctors, and all related healthcare workers. Includes all of the AHA Adult CPR, Child and Infant CPR, AED, foreign body airway obstruction and two rescuer models. Skill/ written tests required.

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#403001 An EMT is the most important element in the pre-hospital care system, the initial emergency care to the sick and injured. The course meets current Ohio and national standards for certiďŹ cation as an EMT.

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(PHUJHQF\ 0HGLFDO (First) Responder #409015 Course is required by Ohio Revised Code 4765-12 to function on an Industrial Response Team or on a volunteer response agency.

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)LUHÂżJKWHU ,, (FF I & II) #404020 Meets Ohio certiďŹ cation requirements. Meets objectives for NFPA 1001, and is accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional QualiďŹ cations (Pro Board).

)LUHÂżJKWHU 6WDWH ([DPLQDWLRQ #404030 FireďŹ ghter State CertiďŹ cation Examinations to include Fire Instructor Knowledge Examination. Note: Proof student has completed the appropriate training course is required on registration.

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)LUH 2IÂżFHU ,, 0DQDJLQJ &RPSDQ\ 2IÂżFHU #405002 Prerequisite: Fire OfďŹ cer I and/or currently serving as a Supervising OfďŹ cer or higher Meets requirement for Fire OfďŹ cer II â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NFPA 1021. Success on exams/ projects required. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiďŹ cation.

)LUH 2IÂżFHU ,,, $GPLQLVWUDWLYH 2IÂżFHU #404955 Prerequisite: Fire OfďŹ cer II and/or serving as a Supervising OfďŹ cer or higher Meets requirement Fire OfďŹ cer III â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NFPA 1021. Major research project required. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiďŹ cation.

)LUH 2IÂżFHU ,9 ([HFXWLYH 2IÂżFHU #405004 Prerequisite: Fire OfďŹ cer III and/ or currently serving as a Managing OfďŹ cer or higher Meets requirement for Fire OfďŹ cer IV â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NFPA 1021. Major research project required. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiďŹ cation.

)LUH 6DIHW\ ,QVSHFWRU 2KLR / Fire Inspector I & II #405050 Introduces student to Ohio Fire and Building codes. Must be

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3XEOLF 6DIHW\ 6HUYLFHV Part-Time Classes member of a ﬁre department and provide a letter of sponsorship from department’s Chief. Meets the requirements for Ohio Fire Safety Inspector and Pro Board Fire Inspector II – NFPA 1031.

Ohio Hazard Recognition 2I¿FHU )LUH ,QVSHFWRU , #405201 Prepares student to perform basic ﬁre safety inspections for business/ industry/public assembly occupancies. Meets requirements of Ohio Hazard Recognition Ofﬁcer and Pro Board Fire Inspector I (NFPA 1031).

%DVLF )LUH ,QYHVWLJDWLRQ #404040 Basic Fire Investigation complies with NFPA 1033. Successful completion of this course AND Great Oaks Advanced Fire Investigation course qualiﬁes for Pro Board certiﬁcation as Fire Investigator.

/LYH )LUH 2SHUDWLRQV #404180 Prerequisite: Ohio Fire Instructor or Assistant Fire Instructor Provides knowledge/tools to prepare for and conduct live ﬁre training in accordance with Ohio requirements. Meets NFPA 1403.

Ohio Public Safety ,QVWUXFWRU )LUH ,QVWUXFWRU , ,, #405110 Meets requirements for Ohio Public Safety Instructor & Fire Instructor I & II – NFPA 1041. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

5RSH 5HVFXH 7HFKQLFLDQ /HYHO , ,, #404060 Meets requirements for Rope Rescue Level I & II – NFPA 1006. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

&RQ¿QHG 6SDFH 5HVFXH 7HFKQLFLDQ #FA106 Prerequisite: Rope Rescue I & II Meets requirement for Conﬁned Space Rescue Level I & II – NFPA 1006. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

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Meets requirement for Machinery Rescue Level I – NFPA 1006. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

Vehicle Extrication /HYHO , #404086 Meets requirement for Vehicle Rescue Level 1 – NFPA 1006. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

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For those assigned to business/ industrial teams that will extinguish small ﬁres (incipient). Meets OSHA regulations and NFPA standards.

$GYDQFHG )LUH %ULJDGH ± ,QWHULRU ([WHULRU #404054 Meets OSHA regulations and NFPA standards for those assigned to a business/industrial Fire Brigade performing ﬁre suppression/rescue.

%ORRGERUQH 3DWKRJHQV #409001 Meets the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 regulations for Bloodborne Pathogens.

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Prerequisite: Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations (proof of completion required). Meets requirement for Hazardous Materials Technician – NFPA 1072. Student may qualify for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

Meets the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 regulations for working in/around conﬁned spaces.

+D]DUGRXV 0DWHULDOV ± ,QFLGHQW &RPPDQGHU #407110 Prerequisite: Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations (proof of completion required). For those who will serve as Incident Commander at hazardous materials incidents. Meets OSHA regulations and NFPA 1072.

)LUH $SSDUDWXV 'ULYHU 2SHUDWRU #404220 Meets requirement for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator – NFPA 1002. Student may be eligible for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

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(PHUJHQF\ 0HGLFDO )LUVW 5HVSRQGHU #409015 Course is required by Ohio Revised Code 4765-12 to function on an

&RQ¿QHG 6SDFH ± 5HVFXH #409007 Meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 regulations for rescue of persons in conﬁned spaces.

+D]DUGRXV 0DWHULDOV ± $ZDUHQHVV /HYHO #409021 This course meets the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 regulations and NFPA 1072 Standard.

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+D]DUGRXV 0DWHULDOV ± 7HFKQLFLDQ 26+$ #407105 Meets OSHA HAZWOPER regulations 29 CFR 1910.120. (Includes Awareness and Operations.) Students may be eligible for Pro Board certiﬁcation.

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Career Training Programs

A sampling of area businesses that have recently hired Great Oaks graduates:

Air Tech Mechanical Services, Inc. Alba Manufacturing, Inc. Apollo Heating and Cooling AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Beacon Orthopedics Best Plumbing Bethesda Hospital Blue Ash Fire Department Boitnotts Custom Paint and Body Building Mechanical & Energy Services, Inc. Car-Max CBRE Group Central Fabricators Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Christ Hospital Cincinnati Air Conditioning Cincinnati Ice Machine Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority Cincinnati Police Department Cincinnati Sub-Zero Clarke Power Services Clinton Memorial Hospital CMC Properties Colerain Township Police Department DeBra-Keumpel Delhi Township Fire Department Emery Oleochemicals Group Engineering Excellence Family Dental Care Feldkamp Enterprises

Ford Motor Company Forest Park Fire Department Gallagher HVAC Services General Tool Co. Goshen Township Fire and EMS GridPoint Energy Management Hamilton County Sheriff Harris Products Hauser Heating and Cooling Humana Health Jacob Brothers Heating and Cooling Jones Lang LaSalle Jonle Heating and Air Conditioning Jurgenson Company Klosterman Bakeries Kroger Corp. Lennox International Liberty Township Fire Department Little Sisters of the Poor Loveland-Symmes Fire Department Luxottica Optical Manufacturing Supplies Madeira-Indian Hill Joint Fire District Meijer Mercy Health Partners/ Physicians Mercy Health Transport Mercy Hospital Messer Construction Milford Community Fire Department

Motz Heating and Cooling MWH Services Norwood Police Department NSG, Inc. One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning Peck Hannaford & Briggs Co. Perfection Services R.E. Michel Corp. Riverfront Steel Rodgers Family Dentistry Rotex Schibi Heating & Cooling Corp. Schmidt Heating & Cooling Schneider Electric Service Solutions Group Springdale Fire Department St. Elizabeth The Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Gara Group Titan Mechanical Solutions TP Mechanical Contractors TriHealth Triton Services, Inc. UC Health United Dairy Farmers University of Cincinnati Valley Refrigeration Viox Services XTEK Zimmer Heating & Cooling

Aspire English (ESOL) Classes

Aspire English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Classes

Aspire English (ESOL) classes are FREE to adult students who need to improve English skills in order to prepare for college or an adult certiﬁcate-training program or to get a better job. Classes include practice in speaking, reading, listening, and writing. Consistent classroom attendance is required. Students must be at least 19 years old to attend. Before starting ESOL classes, all students must attend a pre-registration. Please visit greatoaks.com/esol for pre-registration schedule. A valid government-issued photo ID or passport is required at check-in.

Aspire English (ESOL) Class Schedule All dates and times are subject to change. Visit greatoaks.com/esol for current information.

Scarlet Oaks–(513) 612-5868 303 Scarlet Oaks Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241 Classes offered: Monday & Wednesday OR Tuesday & Thursday Morning classes: 9:30 am–12:30 pm Evening classes: 6:30 pm–9:00 pm

Live Oaks–(513) 612-4918 5956 Buckwheat Road, Milford, OH 45150 Class offered: Tuesday & Thursday Morning class: 9:30 am–12:00 pm

Children under 16 years of age are not permitted in Great Oaks buildings at any time unless they are current Great Oaks high school students. Adult students will need to make child care arrangements as they may not bring children to class or have them wait in the buildings or in cars.

Visit greatoaks.com/esol • Up-to-date information on days and times of classes • Additional school sites • The current registration and placement calendar facebook.com/greatoaksesol

Adult Diploma Program

(Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Education) The Adult Diploma Program (ADP) provides job training and a new pathway for adults to earn a high school diploma AND an industry credential aligned to one of Ohio’s in-demand jobs. This program is open to adults 22 years old or older who can prove Ohio residency and who have not earned a high school diploma from any state or country. For more information, please visit: adults.greatoaks.com/high-school-diplomaesol/quick-turn-program

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(513) 771-8881

Aspire HSE Classes Aspire High School Equivalency (HSE) Classes

Aspire HSE classes are FREE to adult students who need to prepare for a High School Equivalency test (GED®, HiSET®, or TASC®), get ready to go to college or an adult certiﬁcate-training program, gain employment, or enhance workplace skills. Classes are offered at many convenient locations. Before starting HSE classes, all students MUST attend an Information Session at our Scarlet Oaks campus located at

303 Scarlet Oaks Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241. Consistent classroom attendance is required. Students who are 16, 17, or 18 years old must have ofﬁcial withdrawal documentation from their home district or evidence of a high school diploma. Documentation of ofﬁcial withdrawal from school must be submitted prior to enrollment—call (513) 612-5806. Valid government-issued photo ID or passport required at check-in.

Aspire/HSE Class Schedule All dates and times are subject to change.

Scarlet Oaks–(513) 612-5806 303 Scarlet Oaks Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241 Classes offered: Monday & Wednesday OR Tuesday & Thursday Morning class: 9:30 am–12:30 pm Afternoon class: 1:00 pm–3:30 pm (T/TH only) Evening class: 6:30 pm–9:00 pm

Diamond Oaks–(513) 612-5806 6375 Harrison Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45247 Classes offered: Tuesday & Thursday Morning class: 9:30 am–12:30 pm Evening class: 6:30 pm–9:00 pm

Northstar Church (The Care Center)–(513) 612-5806 11020 South Lebanon Road, Loveland, OH 45140 Class offered: Tuesday & Thursday Morning class: 9:30 am–12:30 pm Trinity Lutheran Church–(513) 612-5806 1553 Kinney Avenue, Mt. Healthy, OH 45231 Class offered: Wednesday & Friday Morning class: 9:30 am–12:30 pm

Visit greatoaks.com/hse • Up-to-date information on days and times of classes • Additional school sites • The current registration and placement calendar facebook.com/greatoaksaspire

Additional Services

Testing services for Great Oaks career training programs, business & industry, and computer-based testing. Scarlet Oaks Career Campus offers entrance testing for all Great Oaks career training programs, business & industry testing, and computer-based testing for ACT, Certiport, CLEP, MSSC, NOCTI, and PearsonVue.

More information for exams offered at Great Oaks can be accessed at: • act.org/content/act/en/ products-and-services/ workkeys-for-employers/ assessments.html • certiport.com • collegeboard.org/clep

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productivity applications. Flip charts, projection units, Smart Boards, and white boards are just some of the equipment available. Contact (513) 612-5800 for more information. Technology Conference Center The Great Oaks Technology Conference Center, a state-of-the-art multimedia presentation and conference center, is available for business meetings. Please call (513) 612-3625 for information.

Employer Services: Great Oaks Works for You! Customized Training Convenient and very cost effective. It’s never been easier to ensure your workforce has the unique skills to keep you com-

petitive. At our locations or yours, customized classes often cost less per individual than our scheduled part-time classes! State and local training funds available for employers who qualify. Contact (513) 771-8881 for more information. Facilities Rental Computer labs have Internet access, Microsoft Ofﬁce, and other

iSPACE Great Oaks is proud to partner with iSPACE on our Scarlet Oaks campus. iSPACE is a local nonproﬁt whose mission is to ignite passion for science and technology in order to prepare all learners to thrive in tomorrow’s work-

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Job Bank for Graduates Are you hiring? Post your jobs with us. As a free service, we provide our graduating seniors and adult workforce development students with current job openings. To post your job opening, call Great Oaks Career Services at (513) 612-3642 or visit greatoaks. com/employers.

force. iSPACE hosts awesome STEM Summer Day Camps, school ﬁeld trips, FIRST Robotics Tournaments, and other special events for kids from kindergarten through high school. For more information, visit their website at ISPACEstem.org.

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110 Great Oaks Drive at 3254 E. Kemper Road Cincinnati, OH 45241

Less than a year from start to career! Visit our website for more details and updates. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your complete catalog of career training, personal enrichment classes, and more. Who hires Great Oaks graduates? See page 20.

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