Learn to Earn
Get a jump on a career
in a high-demand field with
Learn to Earn Choose the path that works for you! Earn college credits through Stark State College Credit Plus (CCP) courses that lead to a certificate for a high-demand job in • Information Technology (IT) • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) • Automotive • Welding
It’s simple. It’s free. And you can finish it while you’re still in high school.
Earn your high school diploma and Stark State certificate and get working. Stop there, or you can continue on to an associate degree and further your education and your career.
High school junior or senior
Learn to Earn CCP program
High school diploma and Stark State certificate
Entry level job in high-demand career
Earn work experience and advance
CCP credits + SSC scholarship –––––––––––– associate degree and career growth
Check out CCP certificate options on the back.
Your guidance counselor can give you the details.
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Learn to Earn College Credit Plus credential options
You can graduate with an industry-recognized credential plus WorkKeys workforce-readiness score
Computer Technology Help Desk and Computer User Support Prepares you for CompTIA A+ and Network Plus certificate exams Courses • Introduction to Computer Networking • Microsoft Client Operating System • Microsoft Networking I • PC Upgrade and Maintenance • Help Desk and Computer Support Specialist
Microsoft Office Prepares you for Microsoft Office Specialist certificate exams Courses • Computer Applications - Word • Computer Applications - PowerPoint • Computer Applications - Excel • Microsoft Outlook
HVACR Technology Prepares you for Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Recovery Core + Level 2 certificate exam Courses • HVACR Principles I • HVACR Principles II • HVACR Field Installation Techniques and Procedures
See your high school guidance counselor to complete these steps • select the option that’s right for you • fill out an application • submit your high school transcript • share your placement or ACT scores With your diploma and certificate you may apply for entry-level positions in your field and/or apply for scholarships at Stark State and use your free credits toward an associate degree
Automotive Technology Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Prepares you for Automotive Service Excellence Maintenance and Light Repair (G1) certificate exam Courses • Automotive Technical Skills • Automotive Systems and Engine Technology • Engine Diagnosis and Major Service • Vehicle Chassis Systems • Automotive Electrical and Accessory Systems • Automotive HVAC Systems
Applied Industrial Technology 3G Welding Certification Exam Preparation Prepares you for American Welding Society Certified Welder certificate exam Courses • Principles of Welding • Welding Laboratory • 3G Welding Certification Exam Preparatory These pathways are currently aligned with the Ohio Department of Education Industry Credential and Workforce Readiness Graduation Pathway.
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in a high-demand field with
Learn to Earn Choose the path that works for you! Earn college credits through Stark State College Credit Plus (CCP) courses that lead to a certificate for a high-demand job in • Information Technology (IT) • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) • Automotive • Welding
It’s simple. It’s free. And you can finish it while you’re still in high school.
Earn your high school diploma and Stark State certificate and get working. Stop there, or you can continue on to an associate degree and further your education and your career.
High school junior or senior
Learn to Earn CCP program
High school diploma and Stark State certificate
Entry level job in high-demand career
Earn work experience and advance
CCP credits + SSC scholarship –––––––––––– associate degree and career growth
Check out CCP certificate options on the back.
Your guidance counselor can give you the details.
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Learn to Earn College Credit Plus credential options
You can graduate with an industry-recognized credential plus WorkKeys workforce-readiness score
Computer Technology Help Desk and Computer User Support Prepares you for CompTIA A+ and Network Plus certificate exams Courses • Introduction to Computer Networking • Microsoft Client Operating System • Microsoft Networking I • PC Upgrade and Maintenance • Help Desk and Computer Support Specialist
Microsoft Office Prepares you for Microsoft Office Specialist certificate exams Courses • Computer Applications - Word • Computer Applications - PowerPoint • Computer Applications - Excel • Microsoft Outlook
HVACR Technology Prepares you for Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Recovery Core + Level 2 certificate exam Courses • HVACR Principles I • HVACR Principles II • HVACR Field Installation Techniques and Procedures
See your high school guidance counselor to complete these steps • select the option that’s right for you • fill out an application • submit your high school transcript • share your placement or ACT scores With your diploma and certificate you may apply for entry-level positions in your field and/or apply for scholarships at Stark State and use your free credits toward an associate degree
Automotive Technology Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Prepares you for Automotive Service Excellence Maintenance and Light Repair (G1) certificate exam Courses • Automotive Technical Skills • Automotive Systems and Engine Technology • Engine Diagnosis and Major Service • Vehicle Chassis Systems • Automotive Electrical and Accessory Systems • Automotive HVAC Systems
Applied Industrial Technology 3G Welding Certification Exam Preparation Prepares you for American Welding Society Certified Welder certificate exam Courses • Principles of Welding • Welding Laboratory • 3G Welding Certification Exam Preparatory These pathways are currently aligned with the Ohio Department of Education Industry Credential and Workforce Readiness Graduation Pathway.
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