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All students attending the Saginaw Career Complex have the opportunity to earn a Marketable Skills Certificate and a Certificate of Completion. In addition, students in various programs at the Complex have the opportunity to earn/begin preparation for other certifications that are significant to that particular area of study.

WHAT is a Marketable Skills Certificate, and WHY is it significant?

The marketable skills certification process provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate, document, and defend their achievement of employer validated standards and competencies. Achievement of the marketable skills certificate should improve the likelihood of success in future employment and/or a continuing education program.

A student demonstrates marketable skills when he/she meets the following criteria in a school year:

• Demonstrates SCANS competencies, as evaluated by the Work Keys Assessments (teamwork, applied mathematics, effective communications), at the level appropriate for entry level employment in their occupational field


• Demonstrates essential competencies to industry standards or maintains a "3.0" or above grade point average


• Follows the Saginaw Career Complex Code of Cooperation as evidenced by the fact that he/she received no suspensions during the school year and received "3's" or better in their citizenship records


• Maintains a 95% attendance record in the program (9 or less absences in a school year)


• Demonstrates safe work habits


• Graduates from high school

WHAT is a Certificate of Completion?

A Certificate of Completion indicates that a student has achieved performance levels in his/her program that meet high competency standards for that program.

A Certificate of Completion stating the vocational technical area of specialization of an individual student will be issued to that student at the end of the training program if the following criteria are met:

• The students maintains a "3.0" or above grade point average in their Saginaw Career Complex Program

 And / or

• The student demonstrates essential competencies to meet the standards of the instructor when the student exits the program

WHAT is a Personal Management and Employability Skills Certificate and WHY is it important?

The Personal Management and Employability Skills Certificate may be earned through completion of a specialized curriculum, which focuses on topics such as: Attendance, Preparation, Communications (including Conflict Management), Responsibility, and Follow Through.  Students must complete the curriculum and have 95% attendance to earn the certification.

The inclusion of career certifications and the Personal Managment and Employability Skills Certification in the portfolio makes the portfolio more professional and provides authentic evidence of soft skills that employers seek.

 

WHAT other certifications may a student earn/begin preparation for at the Saginaw Career Complex?

  • AYES Certificate-Students have the opportunity to receive an AYES Certificate which signifies quality education in the automotive industry in a curriculum offered by a school that is certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). In addition, students also have the opportunity to achieve state certifications in the following areas: Brakes, Electrical, Engine Performance, and Suspension & Steering.
  • ASE Certification-Since the Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing program is ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified, the skills taught in the program are relevant to the certification technicians in the field take. Upon completion of the program at the Complex, students may take any of the 4 certification tests: Non-Structural Analysis, Structural Analysis, Plastics & Adhesives, and Painting & Refinishing. Upon related work experience they will be issued a certificate.
  • State Builder's License-Students in the Building Construction program may begin preparation to take the State Builder's Licensing Examination. (Students need to be 18 years old to take this examination.)
  • Project Lead the Way Certificate of Completion may be achieved in the Pre-Engineering program.
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)-This certification denotes a certain proficiency in installing, configuring and operating LAN, routed WAN and switched LAN Cisco networks. This certification is a prerequisite for both the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and the Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) status.
  • Certified Novell Administrator (CNA)-CNA's provide companies direct support for software users in various work environments including professional offices and small businesses, work groups or departments, and corporate information services.
  • Network+ -Network+ Certification means that the candidate possesses the knowledge needed to configure and operate a variety of networking products. This exam covers a wide range of vendor and product neutral networking technologies that can also serve as a prerequisite for vendor-specific IT certifications.
  • A+ -The A+ Certification certifies the competency of entry-level computer service technicians. A+ Certification signifies that the certified individual possesses the knowledge and skills essential for a successful entry-level computer service technician, as defined by experts from companies across the industry.
  • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)-The OCP has been developed by Oracle Corporation to recognize technical professionals who can demonstrate the depth of knowledge and hands-on skills required to support Oracle's core products according to a standard of excellence established by Oracle Corporation.
  • Java Certification-Java is a programming language that is used for Internet development. Java capabilities are also available in databases, such as Oracle. The popularity of Java has increased the number of computer certifications available for Java.
  • Certified Internet Webmaster Associate (CIW) —The CIW Associate certification is ideal for all professionals who use the Internet.   This certification indicates that an individual has mastered the fundamental knowledge and skills required to work in an Internet technology-enabled environment.   These foundation skills include basic knowledge of Internet technologies such as Web browsers, FTP and e-mail; Web page authoring using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML); and basic infrastructure networking.   The CIW Foundations exam validates the basic hands-on skills and knowledge that a professional is expected to understand and use.
  • WOW Certified Web Designer Associate (CWDSA) —The CWDS Associate certification indicates that an individual has a proficient level of understanding in the visual arts and creating the images and designs that capture and keep an audience interested.   The certification exam measures essential competencies and skill sets identified as essential for Web technology workers.   An individual must demonstrate knowledge of Internet basics, HTML and WYSIWYG editors, Web graphics, Web multimedia, Web site design, Web site management, and basic legal issues.   The intent is to certify individuals in a body of knowledge that is identified and accepted as the baseline or foundation of any Web Designer.
  • Microsoft Office User Specialist-Students have the opportunity to take the Microsoft Office User Specialist exam which proves to the world that they have the comprehensive skills to drive a wide range of tasks to completion, and to do it with the kind of efficiency that businesses need and employers notice. Students may become certified in the following areas: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Access.
  • Pesticide Applicators Certification--Students may begin working toward this certification, which is highly valued especially by those employed in the environmental industry.
  • ServSafe Food Safety Certification-Students can work toward the National Restaurant Association ServSafe Food Safety Certification. This certification indicates that individuals are acquainted with food safety and sanitation principles.
  • CENA-The Nursing Occupations program provides an opportunity for students to earn the State of Michigan Certified Evaluated Nursing Assistant certification. To obtain this certification a student must pass a knowledge and clinical skills test administered by a State of Michigan testing facility. A student must pass both portions of this test to obtain the certification. Certification will entitle a student to apply for any position as a Competency Evaluated Nurse Aide (CENA), Nursing Assistant (NA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Home Health Care Aide.
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer-CPR is an emergency lifesaving method used to restart the heart and lungs and is performed when the breathing or the heartbeat has stopped.
  • First Aide (Red Cross)-First aide has three aims, which are to preserve life, to prevent deterioration in a casualty's condition, and to promote recovery.
  • Pharmacy Technician Certification-Certification requires an individual to pass the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination. Pharmacy Technicians are defined as individuals working in a pharmacy, who under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assist in pharmacy activities not requiring the professional judgement of a pharmacist.
  • Health Unit Coordinator Certification-This certification indicates that an individual is able to perform a wide variety of duties that relate to the unit operational duties for an assigned patient care unit.
  • State Licensing Examination for Cosmetology-Students in the cosmetology program will be preparing themselves to take the State Licensing Examination for Cosmetology as determined by the State of Michigan. Students may become licensed cosmetologists in the State of Michigan after successful completion of requirements set forth by the Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services, Bureau of Commercial Services.

  • OSHA CareerSafe Certification--The CareerSafe certification program is making a valuable contribution to the Department of Labor's efforts to prepare young people for a safe future in the workplace.  Students will learn about their rights and responsibilities in the workplace and gain knowledge about how they can protect themselves and others.  Areas of safety that will be covered include:  preventing falls, personal protective equipment, bloodborne pathogens, electrical safety, machine guarding, hazard communications, ergonomics, prevention of workplace violence, emergeny action, and safety philosophy.

  • Personal Management and Employability Skills Certification--This certification provides authentic evidence of the soft skills needed for employment.  Students study topics such as:  Attendance, Preparation, Communications (including Conflict Managment), Responsibility, and Follow Through. Students earn the certification based on completion of the curriculum and 95% attendance.
  • Michigan Certified Nurseryman Certification--Students who study plant science and natural resources may work toward the MCN certification, which indicates that an individual is knowledgeable and experienced in the Green Industry.  Certification is obtained through industry experience, examination, and commitment to continuing education.
  • Artificial Insemination Certification--Students in the Animal Science progrram may work towards this certification.