WHAT special clubs or student organizations is the program involved with?

Skills USA/VICA-The goal of the VICA organization is to develop employability, participatory and quality skills to complement the occupational skills developed by students in technical education classrooms or work-based learning sites. Students are able to demonstrate their skills in competitive events at the local, state, and national levels.

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)-The FIRST Robotics Competition is a national engineering contest which immerses high school students in the exciting world of engineering. Teaming up with engineers from businesses and universities, students get a hands-on, inside look at the engineering profession. In six intense weeks, students and engineers work together to brainstorm, design, construct and test their "champion robot". With only six weeks, all jobs are critical. The teams then compete in a spirited, no-holds-barred tournament complete with referees, cheerleaders and time clocks. Each year the competition is different, so returning teams have a new challenge to look forward to.

WHAT certifications can I achieve or work toward in the Welding Technology program?

Students may earn a Marketable Skills Certificate-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 certification should improve the likelihood of success in future employment and/or a continuing educational program.

WHAT college credits can I earn in the Welding Technology program?