[ [http://www.teco.osceola.k12.fl.us/student_info/Student_Catalog_2007-2008.pdf Technical Education Center Osceola ] ] ]Accounting Operations
The mission of this program is to teach students to record, summarize, analyze and control financial data into a single process and apply this process to financial activities.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Accounting Clerk
* Accounts Payable Clerk
* Accounts Receivable Clerk
* Payroll Clerk
The course offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills expanding the traditional role of the bookkeeper. The content includes: double-entry accounting principles, methods of recording business transactions, preparation and analysis of various tax forms, Peachtree, QuickBooks, keyboarding, 10-key, the aging process of depreciation. This program also prepares students for MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist) certification exams. This program is competency based.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Information Technology Assistant, Accounting Clerk, Accounting Associate, and Accounting Assistant.
Administrative Assistant
The mission of this program is to prepare the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to obtain employment and to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Administrative Assistant
* Secretary
* Receptionist
* Executive Secretary
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills expanding the traditional role of the Administrative Assistant. The content includes: Microsoft Office XP, that prepares students for MOUS certification exams the use of computer technology to develop communication skills, higher-level critical thinking skills, decision-making skills, the performance of office procedure tasks, the production of quality work in an efficient manner using intermediate features of business software applications, research of job opportunities, and the production of high-quality employment portfolios and job-seeking documents. This program also prepares students for MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist) certification exams. This program is competency based.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Information Technology Assistant, Front Desk Specialist, Assistant Digital Production Designer, and Administrative Assistant.
Adult Heartsaver CPR
This course is for individuals seeking general knowledge of CPR. For adult healthcare assistance or workplace safety.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR
This course is for individuals seeking general knowledge of CPR, and persons acquiring these skills for child care service, or any non-healthcare provider area or position.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
This course is strictly for persons already certified in Healthcare Provider CPR, and are either a Nurse, Paramedic, Doctor, or Healthcare Professional. Applicant must show current HCP certification at registration. Requires a working knowledge of basic life support & EKG.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Recertification
This course is strictly for persons already certified in Healthcare Provider CPR, and ACLS and are either a Nurse, Paramedic, or Doctor seeking to renew their certification. Applicant must show current HCP & ACLS certification at registration.
Architectural Drafting (CAD)
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment in the architectural drafting industry.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Drafting Assistant
* Architectural Detailer
* CAD Drafter
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge for Architectural Drafting. The content includes: basic drafting skills, preparing multi-view drawings, reading blueprints, fundamental computer skills, planning, management and finance. This program is competency based.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Blue Print Reader, Drafting Assistant, Architectural Detailer, CAD Drafter, and Architectural Drafter.
Automotive Service Technology
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment and/or specialized training in the automotive industry.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Lube/Maintenance Technician
* Tire/Wheel Service Technician
* Alignment Technician
* Technician Helper
* Entry Level General Service Technician
Technical training in the latest developments in electronics, engines, ignitions and fuel systems, turbo-charging, and computer controls is provided in classroom and in the labs on both foreign and domestic vehicles. This program is National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) certified and offers training in Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas. Secondary students participate in the Automotive Youth Education System (AYES). This program is competency based.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Automotive Lube Technician, Automotive Service Assistor, Suspension and Steering Technician, Brake System Technician, Electrical/Electronic System Technician and Engine Performance Technician.
Business Computer Programming
The mission of this program is to create a learning environment, which allows independent thinking, reasoning and initiative, using analytical skills, research, experimentation, and demonstration of knowledge with current computer technology to achieve employment goals.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Computer Programmer Aide
* Junior Programmer
* Computer Programming Specialist
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge for Computer Programming. The content includes: converting problems into detailed plans, writing code into computer language, testing, monitoring, debugging, documenting, maintaining computer programs, and designing programs for specific uses and machines. This program is competency based.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Information Technology Assistant, Computer Programmer Assistant, Junior Programmer, Junior Programmer II, and Computer Programmer.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
The mission of the Health Science Education Department is to provide high quality education and training that empowers students to successfully pass the State of Florida licensure/certification examinations, to provide safe, quality care to patients/residents in a diverse cultural community, and to pursue a life-enhancing career in healthcare.
Certified Nursing Assistants perform a variety of duties to help care for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and psychiatric facilities, all under the supervision of nurses and medical staff. Training includes instruction in anatomy and physiology, body mechanics, nutrition, infection control, communication skills, resident rights, as well as personal care skills. The CNA class at TECO is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. When students complete the course they are qualified to sit for the Florida Certified Nursing Assistant exam.
Correctional Officer
The mission of this program is to provide correctional officer recruits with the most extensive, relevant, and comprehensive training in order to prepare them for a challenging and rewarding career in criminal justice.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Officer for Corrections and Detention Facilities
* Officer for State Corrections Facilities
* Officer for Federal Prisons
* Officer for County Jails
The Correctional Officer program is designed to prepare entry-level officers with the necessary skills to provide the care, custody, and control of detained and/or incarcerated populations. Positions are available in local, state, and federal settings. The training consists of 10 individualized courses covering topics such as: basis of law, interpersonal communications, radio communications, report writing, ethics, professionalism, court structure, diverse and special populations, investigating offenses, emergency incident procedures, custody responsibilities, first aid, firearms, and defensive tactics.
Upon completion of the course, students must test with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to obtain certification as a Corrections Officer.
Correctional Probation Officer
The mission of this program is to provide correctional probation officer recruits with the most extensive, relevant, and comprehensive training in order to prepare them for a challenging and rewarding career in criminal justice.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Officer for County Corrections Facilities
* Officer for State Corrections Facilities
* Officer for Federal Prisons
* Officer for Detention Centers
* Officer for County Jails
The Correctional Probation Officer program is designed to prepare entry-level officers with the necessary skills to provide supervision and manage individuals on probation. Positions are available in local, state, and federal settings. The training consists of 8 individualized courses covering topics such as: basis of law, interpersonal communications, report writing, ethics, professionalism, court structure, diverse and special populations, investigating offenses, violation procedures, sentencing guidelines, courtroom testimony, disciplinary procedures, case management, fiscal procedures, transferring supervision, first aid, firearms, and defensive tactics.
Upon completion of the course, students must test with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to obtain certification as a Correctional Probation Officer. NOTE: A Bachelor’s Degree is required to qualify for certification with the State Department of Corrections
Culinary Arts
The mission of this program is to prepare students for entry-level positions in the Commercial Foods and Culinary Arts fields.
Jobs applicable to this program are: Cooks in the restaurant, hotel and resort industry
The Commercial Foods and Culinary Arts Program prepares students for employment in restaurants, hotels, and resorts as cooks and provides additional training for those who wish to upgrade culinary and management skills necessary for becoming chefs. Included are the following major areas of training: food preparation and serving, baking, identification, storage, selection, and presentation of a wide variety of foods, communication skills, leadership skills, human relations, safe and efficient work practices, use and maintenance of commercial food service equipment, food purchasing, food costing, employability skills, entrepreneurship, and American Culinary Federation courses in sanitation, nutrition, supervision, and management. This program is competency based. Laboratory (kitchen) activities are integral part of this program. These activities provide instruction in the use of tools, equipment, materials, and processes found in the food service industry. Additionally, this program articulates with Valencia Community College and Johnson & Wales University. Upon completion of this course, students may obtain certificates in: Bus Person/Waiter, Steward, Salad Person, Utility Cook, Breakfast Cook, Line Cook, and Pastry Cook.
Digital Design
The mission of this program is to provide students with the positive life habits and business skills needed to succeed in the digital desktop publishing and graphic design industry. Students will gain the technical expertise to create a wide variety of graphic and publishing materials.
Jobs Applicable to this program are:
* Graphic Designer
* Multimedia Designer
* Digital Typesetter
* Production Assistant
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for employment in digital publishing positions. The content includes enhanced practical experiences in computer generated art and text, graphic design, graphic production, electronic design skills, preparation of electronic layouts and illustrations, and electronic scanning and development of skills in multimedia presentation. The program stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the digital publishing industry: planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles or technology and design.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certification in: Information Technology Assistant, Production Assistant, Digital Assistant Designer, Graphic Designer, and Multimedia Designer.
Electricity
The mission of this program is to ensure all learners acquire the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to succeed in the electrical field.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Electrician Helper
* Residential Electrician
* Commercial Electrician
The electricity program is designed to prepare students for beginning employment as an electrician’s helper and progress through journeyman and master electrician training. Placement is possible with a participating electrical contractor using a formal apprenticeship program. Job opportunities are also available in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
Skills obtained through the program are: workplace safety, upgraded math skills, troubleshooting, job ethics and logical thinking. This program is competency based.
Upon completion of this course, students may obtain certificates in: Electrician Helper, Residential Electrician and Commercial Electrician.
Firefighting Academy
Currently this program is available to secondary students. In the future it will be available to post-secondary students. Students that are enrolled in this program will have the unique opportunity to complete a majority of the requirements to become a certified firefighter in the State of Florida. Students will complete their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC), and Level 1 Firefighting Standards. Upon graduation or when the student turns 18 they will be able to complete Level 2 Firefighting Standards, which will satisfy the requirements set by the State of Florida full time employment. Another option for interested students is to complete the State of Florida Paramedic certification program.
First Aid
This course is for individuals seeking basic first aid training and will meet most job requirements.
Healthcare Provider CPR
This course is for individuals required to obtain CPR skills as a Nurse, EMT, Paramedic, Physical Therapist or as any other individuals providing healthcare as a career.
Healthcare Recertification CPR
This course is designed for medical personnel already certified in CPR and looking to update their certification. Previous certificate must be within 6 months of expiration date, and must be shown at registration.
Home Health Aide
The mission of the Health Science Education Department is to provide high quality education and training that empowers students to successfully pass the State of Florida licensure/certification examinations, to provide safe, quality care to patients/residents in a diverse cultural community, and to pursue a life-enhancing career in healthcare.
TECO’s Home Health Aide program instructs students to help elderly, convalescent, or disabled persons live in their own homes instead of in a health facility. Under the direction of nursing or medical staff, they provide health-related services, such as administering oral medications. Like CNA’s, home health aides may check patients’ pulse rates, help with simple prescribed exercises, keep patients rooms neat, and help patients move from bed, bathe, dress, and groom. Occasionally, they change non-sterile dressings, give massages and alcohol rubs, or assist with braces and artificial limbs. Experienced home health aides also may assist with medical equipment such as ventilators, which help patients breathe.
HVACR
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment as Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians and to provide advanced training to the heating, air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration industry.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Helpers and Service Technicians
* Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Helpers and Installers
Specialized instruction and laboratory activities include: planning, installing, testing and servicing of A/C, refrigeration, and heating systems and components. Also the course covers troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems; routine maintenance and service; use of specialized tools and equipment; job estimating and code compliance; employability skills; and entrepreneurship.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Helper; A/C, Refrigeration, and Heating Mechanic Assistant; A/C, Refrigeration, and Heating Mechanic; HVACR Technician or Refrigeration Mechanic. This program is competency based.
Law Enforcement
The mission of this program is to provide law enforcement officer recruits with the most extensive, relevant, and comprehensive training in order to prepare them for a challenging and rewarding career in criminal justice.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Police Officer
* Sheriff’s Deputy
* Florida State Trooper
* Department of Transportation Officer
* Marine Patrol Officer
* Fish and Wildlife Conservation Officer
The CMS Law Enforcement Officer program is designed to prepare entry-level officers with the necessary skills to enforce laws while serving the community. The application-based training consists of 14 training modules covering topics such as: basis of law, interpersonal communications, radio communications, report writing, ethics, professionalism, court structure, diverse and special populations, interviewing, officer safety, crisis interventions, firearms, defensive tactics, patrol, first aid, investigations, traffic stops and traffic crash investigations, rescue, crowd control, bombs and explosives. Students will have the opportunity to learn several elements through situational scenarios.
Upon completion of the course, students must test with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to obtain certification as a Law Enforcement Officer.
Legal Administrative Specialist
The mission of this program is to prepare the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to obtain employment and to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Legal Receptionist
* Legal Office Assistant
* Legal Secretary
* General Office Clerk
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills expanding the traditional role of the Legal Secretary. The content includes: Microsoft Office XP, that prepares students for MOUS certification exams, WordPerfect, the use of technology to develop communications skills, higher-level thinking and decision-making skills, legal terminology, the performance of office procedures specific to the legal environment, transcription, of legal documents from machine dictation, the production of quality work in an efficient manner using advanced features of business software applications, the Internet, e-mail, research of job opportunities, and the production of high-quality employment portfolios and job-seeking documents. This program is competency based.
On-the-job training and job placement are integral parts of the program.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Information Technology Assistant, Front Desk Specialist, Administrative Support, and Legal Administrative Specialist.
Medical Administrative Specialist
The mission of this program is to prepare the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to obtain employment and to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Medical Receptionist
* Medical Office Assistant
* Medical Secretary
* General Office Clerk
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills expanding the traditional role of the Medical Secretary. The content includes: Microsoft Office XP that prepares students for MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist) certification exams WordPerfect, the use of technology to develop communication skills, higher-level thinking and decision making, medical terminology. The performance of office procedures specific to the medical environment, transcription of medical documents from machine dictation, the production of quality work in an efficient manner using advanced features of business software applications and integrated office software, research of job opportunities, and the production of high-quality employment portfolios and job-seeking documents. This program is competency based.
On-the-job training and job placement are integral parts of the program.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certificates in: Information Technology Assistant, Front Desk Specialist, Medical Office Technologist, and Medical Administrative Specialist.
Medical Assistant
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment as certified or registered medical assistants in doctor’s offices, outpatient centers and ambulatory clinics.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Medical Assistant
* Medical Receptionist
* Phlebotomist
Projected to be the fastest growing occupation, this program offers an exciting career in the health field.Job prospects should be best for Medical Assistants with formal training. The demand for well-trained, qualified Medical Assistants is on the rise. As a Medical Assistant, you will assist physicians in treating a variety of patients. This program will prepare students for employment as Medical Assistants, working both in the front and back office.
Upon completion of this course, students may obtain certificates in: Basic Healthcare Worker, Medical Office Receptionist, Phlebotomist, EKG Aide, and Medical Assistant.
Patient Care Technician
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment as advanced cross-trained nursing assistants. This training will empower the participant to develop health, safety and wellness consciousness.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Nursing Assistant
* Home Health Aide
* Patient Care Assistant
* Basic Healthcare Worker
This program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills, expanding the traditional role of the Nursing Assistant. Curriculum includes, but is not limited to: communication and interpersonal skills, legal and ethical responsibilities, wellness and disease concepts, safety and security procedures, first aid/CPR, nutrition, and personal care procedures in a home with long-term and acute care settings. Classroom and clinical experiences are incorporated into the curriculum.
Upon completion of this course, students may obtain certificates in: Basic Healthcare Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide, and Patient Care Assistant.
Pharmacy Technician
The mission of this program is to enhance patient care, reduce medication errors, and promote wellness and to provide quality patient care.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Pharmacy Technician
* Pharmacy Clerk
* Pharmacy Aide
The Pharmacy Technician program is a challenging course that offers students real world hands-on training. Included are the following major skill areas: computer skills, medical terminology, pharmacology, communication skills and employability.
Upon completion of the course, students must test with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) to obtain licensure as a Pharmacy Technician. Also, students may obtain certificates in: Basic Healthcare Worker, Community Pharmacy Technician, and Pharmacy Technician.
Phlebotomy
The mission of the Health Science Education Department is to provide high quality education and training that empowers students to successfully pass the State of Florida licensure/certification examinations, to provide safe, quality care to patients/residents in a diverse cultural community, and to pursue a life-enhancing career in healthcare.
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as phlebotomists. Content includes, but is not limited to: communication, leadership, employability skills; performance of obtaining adequate and correct blood specimens by capillary or venipuncture on adults, children, and neonates; safety and security procedures; CPR/first aid, infection control; blood borne diseases; transporting, accessing and processing specimens; quality assurance.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certifications in: Basic Healthcare Worker, and Phlebotomy.
Practical Nursing
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment as Licensed Practical Nurses. This training will empower the participant to develop health, safety and wellness consciousness.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Basic Healthcare Worker
* Nursing Assistant
* Practical Nurse
The Practical Nursing Program is designed to prepare graduates for employment as licensed practical nurses. The program is approved by the Florida State Board of Nursing, which makes the graduate eligible to take the examination to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The content includes, but is not limited to, theoretical instruction and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatric and geriatric nursing, theoretical instruction and clinical experience in both acute and long term care situations; Additional concepts taught include: family and community health concepts; nutrition; human growth and development over the life span; body structure and function; interpersonal relationship skills, mental health concepts; pharmacology and administration of medications; legal aspects of practice; Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, computer skills, and employability skills.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certifications in: Basic Healthcare Worker, Nursing Assistant, and Practical Nursing.
Web Design Services
The mission of this program is to provide students with the positive life habits and business skills they need to succeed in a competitive work environment. Students gain the confidence and technical expertise to create a wide array of graphic materials used for web design.
Jobs Applicable to this program are:
* Information Technology Assistant
* Assistant Web Designer
* Web Designer
* Senior Web Designer
This program is designed to prepare the student for employment or advanced studies. The program focuses on the skills, understandings and performance necessary to succeed in the web design services industry. This program is competency based and consists of 4 occupational completion points; each of which requires the student to meet state standards. The content includes web site design using Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash and HTML as well as office productivity and presentation skills in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. It also offers an introduction to computers, the effective use of the Internet and the impact of technology on society.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain certification in: Information Technology Assistant, Assistant Web Designer, Web Designer, and Senior Web Designer.
Wireless Technology
The mission of this program is to provide training in the field of computer network administration and wireless-networking technologies through a combination of industry recognized certification courses and state-of-the-art instruction.
Jobs applicable to this program are:
* Help Desk Support Technician
* Computer Maintenance and Repair Technician
* Computer Network Administrator
* Wireless Computer Network Administrator
The program has been designed for both entry-level and experienced students interested in gaining skills necessary for employment in the filed of Information Technology. Certified instructors provide training through a combination of hands-on lab work and state-of-the-art instruction. Successful students also have the opportunity to prepare for over 7 industry certifications. This program is competency based.
Upon completion of the course, students may obtain licensure in: Computer Support Technician, Computer Support Specialist, Network Support Technician, Network Specialist, Network Administrator, and Wireless Network Administrator
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