Career & Technical Education

NURSING ASSISTANT

This course teaches students basic skills in the area of personal needs and develops the specialized skills required for patient comfort. After learning applied theory in the classroom, students practice nursing skills in the clinical laboratory in actual role-playing situations. Students then transfer their knowledge to the work environment, where they spend six weeks (100 clinical hours) gaining valuable experience. Once students complete the class, they are eligible to take the written and performance tests offered by New York State Department of Health to become a Certified Nurse Assistant.

COSMETOLOGY I & II

This program is designed to provide students with marketable skills to enter the field of cosmetology. Once the skills are acquired, students perform services for customers in a salon setting. With further training and experience, and upon completion of the required 1,000 hours, students are eligible to take the New York State Appearance Enhancement license exam.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE I & II

The two-year Criminal Justice program covers nearly all facets of public safety. The first year includes topics such as New York State penal, vehicle and traffic laws; criminal procedure law; accident investigation and reconstruction; incident command; fire fighting; criminal investigation; police patrol tactics; forensics; ballistics; cyber security; terrorism; firearm safety; and other relevant areas of study. The second year introduces seniors to the popular field of forensic science. Topics include crime scene investigation; anthropology; hair, fiber, soil and blood spatter analysis; and practical, hands-on activities. This program is designed to better educate and prepare students to be successful in an increasingly technical and competitive career.

CULINARY ARTS I & II

This program is designed for students interested in becoming commercial cooks for restaurants, hotels, hospitals or catering services. Cooking, menu planning, management skills, sanitation and safety practices and table service are covered in this program. Students receive practical experience preparing breakfast, lunches, dinners and banquets for non-profit organizations. Each student also participates in an internship at a local restaurant or college dining facility. 

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION I & II

Early Childhood Education students engage in a variety of learning opportunities, including dual-credit courses through MVCC, that lead to practical experience with daycare, preschool and elementary classrooms . Second year Early Childhood Education students operate a laboratory nursery school under the direction of the program’s teacher. The nursery school, located at the Career and Technical Education Center, gives students practical experience working with three- and four-year-old children. Second-year students gain practical experience working in two 10-week internships at local elementary classrooms, day-care centers or special education programs.

ANIMAL SCIENCE 

Students in the Animal Science program study animal behavior, safe handling and restraint, anatomy and physiology, small animal care and management, health and disease, nomenclature and veterinary terminology. Students will also visit sites to view first-hand how animal science applies to a variety of jobs and occupations. 

CONSERVATION I & II

The Conservation program emphasizes the skills and knowledge required for success in the many conservation-related careers. The course is a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on outdoor learning, with the importance of a favorable work ethic stressed. Students acquire skills in forestry, fish and wildlife management, heavy equipment operation, timber harvesting, chain saw operation and maintenance, tree climbing, map and compass, GPS, surveying and more. In our greenhouse, students become skilled in hydroponics, aquaculture and plant propagation.

ADVERTISING DESIGN/MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTIONS I & II 

This is a two-year course offering an overview of graphic arts fields including advertising, design, illustration, logo and symbol design, computerized graphic design, basic web page design and typography. First year students learn design principles, advertising and marketing theories, basic computer operations and introduction to design software packages. Second year students create independent design projects in areas of interest, including audio production, digital photography and web page design.

AUTO BODY REPAIR I & II 

The Auto Body Repair program offers students specialized training from an experienced auto body instructor. The course provides students with an overview of all facets of auto body repair. Topics range from small dent repair to custom painting, incorporating automotive welding and collision repair.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I & II 

Students in Automotive Technology learn to diagnose, service and repair many different systems in today’s vehicles. Students also learn about computerized engine controls, emission controls, wheel alignment and how to perform New York State vehicle inspections. This NATEF (National Automotive Technician Education Foundation) certified program provides an excellent foundation to enter an automotive college program or the workforce.

CONSTRUCTION TRADES I & II 

The Construction Trades program teaches basic skills in residential construction as students gain experience in foundation work, rough framing, roofing, siding, drywall, solar panel installation and our newly expanded modules of plumbing and masonry. Students learn how to use and maintain trade tools properly and safely and receive instruction in building codes, blueprint reading and the application of trade math. A great emphasis is placed on hands-on learning through various projects on and off campus. 

ELECTRICITY I & II 

Electricians install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment in homes, offices, institutions and industrial plants. Students learn residential, light commercial and industrial wiring through a variety of hands-on activities and projects throughout the OHM BOCES campus. During the second year of the program, students will also receive instruction in solar photovoltaics using state-of-the-art equipment and hands on projects throughout campus.

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES & CYBER SECURITY I & II

This two-year course teaches computer repair and basic networking fundamentals during the first year. This includes hardware and software installation, PC hardware devices and end user support, problem solving, troubleshooting, telecommunications protocols and network support. Second year students will learn advanced networking technologies and gain exposure to the field of information system security including issues faced by homes and businesses, the types of damage they may cause and prudent security measures to counteract them. Students will learn basic terminology involved in cyber security, describe various threats and identify potential security technologies to combat these threats. With today’s emerging technologies, all types of businesses and industries face information system security issues, making knowledge of computer security a high demand area. 

OUTDOOR POWER/RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY I & II 

In the Outdoor Power/Recreational Equipment Technology program, students learn to repair, rebuild and tune up several basic types of engines. These engines can be found on equipment such as snow blowers, lawn mowers, rototillers, farm tractors, construction equipment, motorcycles, jet skis and snowmobiles. Students also learn metal skills, including electric arc, MIG and oxyacetylene welding.

WELDING I & II 

Welding students learn to construct and repair equipment, machinery, parts and piping by fusing metal parts together. Students follow layouts, blueprints, work orders and verbal directions using oxyacetylene, MIG, TIG or arc welding apparatus. When prepared, students can take a test required for specific welding certifications.

The New Visions Business Management program offers students the opportunity to explore a variety of business professions at local establishments. Students develop competencies useful in a wide range of careers within the business field. This program is designed to integrate English and social studies into the curriculum through a variety of learning experiences.

The New Visions Communications program gives students the opportunity to work in a variety of communications settings, which include public relations, marketing, journalism, television and radio. This program is designed to integrate English and social studies into the curriculum through a variety of learning experiences.

The New Visions Education program provides students the opportunity to explore all aspects of the education profession. Through internships, students will get to see first-hand what professional educators do on a day-to-day basis. Instruction in the history and philosophy of education will be included in the curriculum, in addition to English and social studies.

New Visions Engineering Technology is an innovative program that gives high school seniors an in-depth look at the different areas of engineering before they enter college. Working with professionals in the field allows students to experience the daily work routine. This program is designed to integrate English and social studies into the curriculum through a variety of learning experiences.

The New Visions Health Professions program is open to seniors who plan to enroll in post-secondary two- or four-year colleges to study in a health-related field. Students in the program explore a variety of health occupations on site at Wynn Hospital and other health facilities. Students develop competencies useful in a wide range of careers within the health field. Through observations within various departments, students learn what is required of a health professional on a daily basis. English and social studies are also integrated into the curriculum. Students also receive dual-credit through MVCC for Medical Terminology.

The New Visions Legal Professions program provides an opportunity to explore a variety of legal professions in Oneida County. This program is designed to integrate English and social studies into the curriculum through a variety of learning experiences, as well as introducing students to law in private/public offices, city courts and family courts.

This is a one-year program for seniors that offers the students the opportunity to explore the various aspects of veterinary science and the possible career options in the field. General areas of instruction include animal behavior, animal handling and restraint, species and breed identification, animal anatomy and physiology, basic lab techniques, animal care, animal welfare, animal health and disease. Students will participate in internship programs at various types of animal care facilities. Students wishing to pursue a college education in animal science will be exposed to the basic knowledge and terminology needed for majoring in animal science or veterinary medicine. High school Regents living environment (biology) and chemistry are highly recommended prerequisites for this course