Student Outcomes & Opportunities

911 Dispatch certification validates foundational knowledge and skills required for public safety telecommunicators, including emergency call handling, information gathering, prioritization, radio communications, and coordination with law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services. Training emphasizes situational awareness, legal considerations, stress management, and accurate documentation in emergency response environments.

Adobe offers various certifications validating proficiency in its software products such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and others. These certifications demonstrate skills in digital media creation and editing.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CAN) certification verifies that an individual has completed state-approved training and competency evaluation to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

This certification validates the ability to perform CPR and basic life support techniques in emergency situations such as cardiac arrest or choking.

CompTIA offers a range of certifications covering various aspects of information technology (IT) including networking, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and more. These certifications validate IT skills and knowledge for different job roles.

Drone certification, often issued by organizations like the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), verifies competency in operating drones for commercial purposes, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards.

The Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB) certification validates an individual’s understanding of core entrepreneurial concepts, including business startup, operations, finance, marketing, and risk management. Recognized nationally, ESB demonstrates readiness to launch or contribute to a small business and is aligned with industry-defined standards for entrepreneurship education.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification verifies competency in providing pre-hospital emergency medical care, including patient assessment, basic life support, and transportation to medical facilities.

FANUC offers certifications in industrial robotics, demonstrating proficiency in programming, operation, and maintenance of FANUC robotics systems used in manufacturing and automation industries.

Industry certification aligned to serve those interested in careers in automotive technical services.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) certification validates an individual’s understanding of federal regulations governing the privacy, security, and proper handling of protected health information (PHI). Training emphasizes patient confidentiality, data protection, ethical responsibilities, and compliance requirements established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This credential supports readiness for roles in healthcare, human services, and any setting that manages sensitive health information.

I-CAR certifications validate skills and knowledge in auto collision repair, covering areas such as structural analysis and repair, non-structural repair, painting and refinishing, and more. These certifications are recognized in the automotive repair industry.

Industry-recognized credential that validates one’s skills in using the Intuit QuickBooks Online accounting software.

This introductory credential validates foundational exposure to law enforcement, emergency response, and public safety systems. Students demonstrate competency in essential skills such as trauma patient assessment, basic law enforcement procedures (including handcuffing techniques), evidence handling and DNA fundamentals, and an overview of the criminal justice and prosecution process. This credential supports entry-level readiness for further training in law, fire, EMS, or public safety career pathways.

Mental Health First Aid certification, administered by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, validates an individual’s ability to recognize the signs and symptoms of common mental health and substance use challenges and respond appropriately. Training emphasizes early identification, crisis response, de-escalation strategies, and connection to professional support, equipping individuals to provide initial assistance until appropriate help is available.

Microsoft offers a range of certifications covering various technologies and job roles, such as Azure (cloud computing), Microsoft 365 (productivity), Dynamics 365 (business applications), and more. These certifications demonstrate expertise in Microsoft products and technologies.

The National Evidence Based Crime Scene Certification (NECI) validates foundational knowledge in crime scene investigation principles, including scene security, evidence recognition, documentation, collection, and preservation. Aligned with nationally recognized forensic standards, this certification prepares individuals for entry-level roles or continued education in criminal justice, forensic science, and law enforcement.

NC3 offers certifications in advanced manufacturing and transportation technologies, partnering with educational institutions and industry to provide training and credentials for in-demand technical skills.

The ACT National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) validates foundational workplace skills in applied mathematics, workplace documents, and graphic literacy. Recognized nationally by employers across industries, the NCRC demonstrates an individual’s readiness for work, ability to solve real-world problems, and capacity to succeed in a wide range of career pathways.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certification is awarded to individuals who have completed training and demonstrated competency in workplace safety standards and practices mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

Pharmacy Technician certification is granted to individuals who have completed formal education and training in pharmacy technology and passed an examination administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Health Career Association (NHA).

The Project Management Institute (PMI) offers globally recognized certifications that validate knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices. PMI credentials demonstrate competency in planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects across industries and are aligned to industry-defined standards for project management professionalism.

ServSafe certification is awarded to individuals who have completed training in food safety and passed an examination administered by the National Restaurant Association. It is commonly required for employment in the food service industry.

SP/2 certification provides training and assessment for automotive service professionals, covering topics such as safety, pollution prevention, and technical skills related to automotive repair and maintenance.

Stop the Bleed certification teaches individuals how to recognize and respond to life-threatening bleeding emergencies, providing skills to control bleeding until professional help arrives.