{"id":1255,"date":"2023-12-12T16:54:01","date_gmt":"2023-12-12T16:54:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/?page_id=1255"},"modified":"2026-06-01T16:40:14","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T16:40:14","slug":"college-and-career-preparation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/college-and-career-preparation\/","title":{"rendered":"College and Career Preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n.ael-content ul {\n\tpadding-left:20px;\n}\n.ael-content ul ul {\n\tmargin-top:10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong style=\"color:var(--true-blue);\">Welcome to the College and Career Preparation Program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The College and Career Preparation Program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø is designed for adult learners who want to further their education or enhance their job skills. Whether you have just finished high school, completed your High School Equivalency (HSE), or learned English as a new language, this program is a stepping stone towards a rewarding career or higher education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Career Pathways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"education\"><strong>Education Pathways<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø is offering substitute teacher-paraprofessional training class to adults who already have their high school diploma or equivalent at Rolla and Union campus locations. This program is designed to provide <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">job-seeking<\/span> or current employees with training to work in a K12 classroom as a paraprofessional or substitute teacher. Must be at least 18 years old, eligible to work in the United States, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/blog\/ecc-launches-education-apprenticeship-to-strengthen-local-workforce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read the ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø press release<\/a> for more information.<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for the Substitute Teacher-Paraprofessional Course.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rolla: First United Methodist Church<\/strong>, Room 304 (second floor), 803 N Main St<br><strong>Union: ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø<\/strong>, 1964 Prairie Dell Rd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong>:<\/td><td><strong>Dates<\/strong>:<\/td><td><strong>Time<\/strong>:<\/td><td><strong>Days<\/strong>:<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Union AM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>July 6 &#8211; July 30<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>8:30 AM &#8211; 12:00 PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Monday through Thursday<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rolla AM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>July 6 &#8211; July 30<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>9:00 AM &#8211; 12:30 PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Monday through Thursday<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Union PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>August 4 &#8211; Sept. 24<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>5:00 PM &#8211; 8:30 PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tuesdays\/Thursdays<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rolla PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>August 10 &#8211; Oct. 5<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>5:00 PM &#8211; 8:30 PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Mondays\/Wednesdays<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rolla AM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>August 11 &#8211; Oct. 1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>9:00 AM &#8211; 12:30 PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tuesdays\/Thursdays<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Union AM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>August 11-Oct. 1<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>8:30 AM &#8211; 12:00 PM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tuesdays\/Thursdays<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"NCCER\">NCCER Construction Core Certification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø and COABE have partnered with NCCER and LOWE&#8217;S Foundation to offer training in carpentry and construction. This course is designed to prepare you for entry-level positions on project sites by providing the basics in safety, hand and power tools, construction math, materials handling, basic rigging, construction drawings, and employability skills. The goal of our fast track program is to recruit the high number of unemployed Americans into the construction industry and provide them with training, credentials and jobs that lead to high demand, sustainable careers. Must be at least 18 years old, eligible to work in the United States, and not enrolled in high school. <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Register for NCCER Construction Core Certification.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Training Center,<\/strong> 350 Audrey Lane, <strong>Union<\/strong>, Classroom 112<br><em>Tuesdays and Thursdays<\/em><br><strong>July 21 &#8211; September 29, 2026<\/strong><br><strong>Day Class:<\/strong> <strong>8:30 AM &#8211; 12 PM<\/strong><br><strong>Evening Class:<\/strong> <strong>5:00 PM -8:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"healthcare\"><strong>Health Care Careers Certification<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The AEL Program is partnered with the ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/cwd\/health-care-careers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Center for Workforce Development<\/a> to offer Health Care Careers Training. Short-Term Health Care Careers focus on specific jobs in the healthcare industry that provide students with a thorough understanding of the skills they will need to be successful. ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø has two short-term programs, Certified Nurses Assistant and Certified Medication Technician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Certified Nurse Assistant<\/span><\/strong><br><em>Mondays and Wednesdays<\/em><br><strong>July 7-October 14, 2026: 2:30 PM &#8211; 6:30 PM<\/strong><br><strong>November 2, 2026-February 17, 2027: 10:00 AM &#8211; 2:30 PM<\/strong><br><strong>March 22-June 30, 2027: 2:30 PM &#8211; 6:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Certified Medication Technician<\/span><\/strong><br><em>Tuesdays and Thursdays<\/em>: 9:00 AM &#8211; 3:30 PM<br><strong>September 1 &#8211; December 3, 2026<br>January 19 &#8211; April 15, 2027<br>April 20 &#8211; June 29, 2027<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">For more information or to register, call or email<br><strong>Terri Warmack, Health Careers Outreach Coordinator<\/strong><br>Phone: 636-584-6531<br>Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:terri.warmack@eastcentral.edu\">terri.warmack@eastcentral.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Program Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preparation for Higher Education and Training Programs:<\/strong>&nbsp;Improve your skills to enroll in college or training programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improvement in Employment Skills:<\/strong>&nbsp;Learn the skills needed for better job opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exam Preparation:<\/strong>&nbsp;Get help to score better on exams like TEAS\/HESI, ASVAB, college entrance exams, and job-related tests like WorkKeys (NCRC).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assistance with Career Choices:<\/strong>&nbsp;We help you identify careers that match your interests and skills. Use resources like the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Occupational Outlook Handbook<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/meric.mo.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MERIC<\/a>, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.mo.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JOBS.MO.GOV<\/a>&nbsp;to research potential careers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Volunteer Experience for Career Exploration:<\/strong>&nbsp;Consider volunteering with organizations like&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/ecaliteracy.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">East Central Area Literacy Council<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.americorps.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AmeriCorps<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteermatch.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VolunteerMatch<\/a>&nbsp;to gain experience and explore different career paths.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting Started<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong>&nbsp;Students must be 17 years or older, not enrolled in high school, and NOT have an F-1 visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register for AEL:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Phone: 636-584-6533 or 844-322-4235<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email: ael@eastcentral.edu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register for Orientation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Orientation:<\/strong>&nbsp;ALL new students are required to attend an orientation session. An introduction to our program is provided, including class requirements and information about the assessments. Orientation dates are available on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/apply.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/\">Register Today<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assessments:<\/strong>&nbsp;Students are required to take a skills assessment called&nbsp;<strong>Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE)<\/strong>. This helps us understand what you already know and what you need to learn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact AEL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By email:<\/strong>&nbsp;ael@eastcentral.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By phone:<\/strong>&nbsp;636-584-6533 or 844-ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø-4AEL (844-322-4235)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schedule your orientation for AEL.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HSE Transition Scholarship<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity aqua-hr\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>For students who have successfully completed their High School Equivalency through ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø\u2019s AEL program, we offer the HSE Transition Scholarship. This opportunity is designed to support your first steps into higher education by providing financial assistance for your initial college class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong>&nbsp;You must have completed the HiSET program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø within the last 12 months and be enrolling in college for the first time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Benefits:<\/strong>&nbsp;A tuition waiver for a three-hour college credit class. Note that this does not cover fees, books, or certain courses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Process:<\/strong>&nbsp;Submit your HiSET scores along with the ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Institutional Scholarship application to apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.eastcentral.edu\/ael\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schedule your orientation for AEL.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the College and Career Preparation Program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø The College and Career Preparation Program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø is designed for adult learners who want to further their education or enhance their job skills. 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