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Students will engage in the fundamentals of manufacturing and design and be exposed to the exact equipment utilized in industry today. The program will be centered around robotics and automation and emulate real-world advanced manufacturing processes.

Key benefits of choosing the Hocking College Automotive Technology program include learning from experienced automotive instructors, training in a modern automotive repair space, completing practicums relevant to the course work, engaging in community involvement, and traveling across the country for professional development opportunities. Students of the Automotive Technology program are also guaranteed paid-internship opportunities working with our strong industry partners.

Key benefits of choosing the Hocking College Automotive Technology program include learning from experienced automotive instructors, training in a modern automotive repair space, completing practicums relevant to the course work, engaging in community involvement, and traveling across the country for professional development opportunities. Students of the Automotive Technology program are also guaranteed paid-internship opportunities working with our strong industry partners.

Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers transport goods from one location to another. Most tractor-trailer drivers are long-haul drivers and operate trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) capacity—that is, the combined weight of the vehicle, passengers, and cargo—exceeding 26,000 pounds. These drivers deliver goods over intercity routes, sometimes spanning several states.

If you are interested in a professional baking and pastry school program, head to Hocking College. Rated as one of the Top 10 Best Culinary Schools in Ohio by Best Choice Schools in 2017, Hocking College’s Culinary Arts program incorporates cooking and management skill training in a state-of-the-art cooking laboratory.

As a student chef, students gain hands-on experience through coursework and industry participation and will have the opportunity to study under two Master Chefs. Students learn the fundamentals of culinary production as well as the management skills of the modern kitchen.

The electrical Construction Management program responds to the growing need for individuals trained in commercial and residential electricity management and skilled craftwork. Electricity construction managers are involved in the planning, estimating, scheduling, and execution of a variety of commercial and residential projects. Opportunities also exist for those who aspire to manage their own businesses as independent electrical contractors.

This program provides students with campus projects and employment opportunities in order to become proficient in operating machines such as a bulldozer, tracked excavator, backhoe, road grader, skid steer, vibratory compactor, wheel loader, and off-road dump truck.

Various materials used in these industries and the formulas used to calculate the types and amounts needed of these items, as well as the terminology used to communicate efficiently with others in the workplace are also covered.

As one of the in-demand jobs nationally and specifically in Ohio with job growth projected at 15%, students will receive training in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, working towards industry-recognized certifications and troubleshooting techniques to be job-ready upon graduation. Students will gain on-the-job training from industry partners throughout the curriculum as well as in lab scenario training on installation and maintenance.

A comprehensive, beginner-to-advanced training in welding using a variety of course and AWS certification models that will allow trainees to personalize their training. Courses include ARC, MIG, TIG, soldering, brazing, metallurgy fundamentals, structural stick welding, pipe welding and positioning and high-pressure pipe and piping systems.

A comprehensive, beginner-to-advanced training in welding using a variety of course and AWS certification models that will allow trainees to personalize their training. Courses include ARC, MIG, TIG, soldering, brazing, metallurgy fundamentals, structural stick welding, pipe welding and positioning and high-pressure pipe and piping systems.

The curriculum has been designed to incorporate industry standard certificates and to maximize transfer options for students into bachelor’s degree programs. Students have the ability to attend the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy in the fourth semester. This is only an option and is not require, but most students on this degree track will attend.

The curriculum has been designed to incorporate industry standard certificates and to maximize transfer options for students into bachelor’s degree programs. Students have the ability to attend the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy in the fourth semester. This is only an option and is not require, but most students on this degree track will attend.

The curriculum has been designed to incorporate industry standard certificates and to maximize transfer options for students into bachelor’s degree programs. Students have the ability to attend the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy in the fourth semester. This is only an option and is not require, but most students on this degree track will attend.

The Early Childhood Education degree program at Hocking College provides the preparation required for employment in the early childhood education field. This degree program offers a wide range of skills that will be helpful when working with children.

To prepare students for entry level employment as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic (Advanced Life Support).

Fire and Emergency Medical Services is a 5-semester program that prepares you to meet community needs for fire and emergency medical protection. Students may begin the program by scheduling fire courses the first year, or you may choose to begin with emergency medical courses.

Fire and Emergency Medical Services is a 5-semester program that prepares you to meet community needs for fire and emergency medical protection. Students may begin the program by scheduling fire courses the first year, or you may choose to begin with emergency medical courses.

With state-of-the-art firefighting equipment, experienced, certified instructors and hands-on practice, our students consistently achieve a 100% passing rate on the state-certified exam. The state mandate of Firefighter II Certification, for all full-time firefighter employees in Ohio, creates full-time, permanent employment for our Firefighter II students.

The program is designed to teach the skills necessary to protect life and resources from harm in federal, state, local, and privately-held parklands, natural areas, recreational sites, and managed resource areas. Rangers frequently engage in law enforcement, search and rescue, emergency medicine, fire fighting, visitor and user assistance, resource management and education.

Students in the program will be exposed to reality-based situations and projects assisted by experienced faculty members. The program will prepare students to be technically proficient in both operating systems and networking technologies by practicing specific disciplines and responsibilities that occur in real companies.

Our program builds a foundation of knowledge in website and applications development. The curriculum is designed to help students acquire a broad range of transferable skills such as critical thinking, effective interpersonal communication, research, diversity appreciation and problem solving. In addition, the Associate of Applied Science in Website and Applications Development degree program provides the foundational basis for the bachelor’s degree in Web Development for interested students. Through community partnerships, we also provide real world experiences to supplement the academic course work.

Students in the program will be exposed to reality-based situations and projects assisted by experienced faculty members. The program will prepare students to be technically proficient in both operating systems and networking technologies by practicing specific disciplines and responsibilities that occur in real companies.

Students in the program will be exposed to reality-based situations and projects assisted by experienced faculty members. The program will prepare students to be technically proficient in both operating systems and networking technologies by practicing specific disciplines and responsibilities that occur in real companies.

Students in the program will be exposed to reality-based situations and projects assisted by experienced faculty members. The program will prepare students to be technically proficient in both operating systems and networking technologies by practicing specific disciplines and responsibilities that occur in real companies.

Our program builds a foundation of knowledge in website and applications development. The curriculum is designed to help students acquire a broad range of transferable skills such as critical thinking, effective interpersonal communication, research, diversity appreciation and problem solving. In addition, the Associate of Applied Science in Website and Applications Development degree program provides the foundational basis for the bachelor’s degree in Web Development for interested students. Through community partnerships, we also provide real world experiences to supplement the academic course work.

Our program builds a foundation of knowledge in website and applications development. The curriculum is designed to help students acquire a broad range of transferable skills such as critical thinking, effective interpersonal communication, research, diversity appreciation and problem solving. In addition, the Associate of Applied Science in Website and Applications Development degree program provides the foundational basis for the bachelor’s degree in Web Development for interested students. Through community partnerships, we also provide real world experiences to supplement the academic course work.

Our program builds a foundation of knowledge in website and applications development. The curriculum is designed to help students acquire a broad range of transferable skills such as critical thinking, effective interpersonal communication, research, diversity appreciation and problem solving. In addition, the Associate of Applied Science in Website and Applications Development degree program provides the foundational basis for the bachelor’s degree in Web Development for interested students. Through community partnerships, we also provide real world experiences to supplement the academic course work.

The program emphasizes professional and ethical interactions with patients and other health professionals. Effective communication skills are gained through patient interaction and instructional methods within courses.

The Medical Records/Health Information Management program will prepare you for an exciting career as a Certified Associate in Health Information Management Systems (CAHIMS) in 2 years. A Health Information Technician is skilled in health information management systems and procedures, has completed an academic program and has satisfactorily passed a national certification exam / CAHIM. A Health Information Technician uses computer applications to assemble, analyze, abstract medical records and they often specialize in coding diagnoses and procedures for reimbursement and research.

The Medical Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited Medical Assistant programs are eligible to sit for the National Certified Medical Assistant CMA (AAMA) exam. The MAERB Annual report for 2018 indicated a 75.00% passage rate for those who chose to take the exam. The percentage far exceeds the 60.00% threshold set forth by MAERB.

The Medical Laboratory Technician Program's mission is to provide high-quality education and opportunities for students to reach their academic goals, achieve entry-level technical skills, and succeed in the laboratory profession

The PN2RN track is a three semester course of study that allows a Licensed Practical Nurse to complete the requirements for an associate's degree and become eligible to take the NCLEX-RN.

Hocking College offers a three clinical/theory semester program which results in a Diploma in Practical Nursing. Courses include fundamentals, geriatrics, obstetrics and medical surgical nursing. Additional classes focus on basic psychology, anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology. Hands-on experience begins in the nursing skills lab before patient/client contact in long-term care or hospitals.

The nursing program is rich in hands-on experience. Clinical experience for the nursing program is obtained in hospitals, long-term care facilities, schools, and clinics within a 75-mile to 100-mile radius of the college. Students are responsible for their own transportation to clinical sites. Applicants should meet with a nursing advisor to determine an individualized academic plan.

Physical therapy intervention can also prevent further injury. When a patient seeks physical therapy services, the physical therapist performs an initial evaluation and develops a plan of care. The physical therapist assistant carries out the plan of care and reports the patient’s response to the supervising physical therapist.

The STNA course is rigorous and will give the nurse aide trainee the necessary knowledge and skills to provide basic nursing care to persons who need assistance with their ability to perform activities of daily living or other tasks in a variety of settings. Clinical experience for the STNA course is scheduled at a Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services certified long-term care facility within a 75-mile radius of the college. Nurse aide trainees are responsible for their own transportation to and from the clinical site.

This intensive, hands-on program will give students hundreds of hours of shooting experience, in addition to learning from a professor who has directed movies that have aired on HBO, Showtime, MTV Networks, as well as premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Students will also produce their own work on professional projects, giving them real-world experience.

The Graphic Design Certificate was developed in response to a national and statewide increase in employment in a variety of art and design areas. The Art and Design advisory board at Hocking College created the Graphic Design Certificate as an in-demand job pathway for students interested in a specialty area, and as a means of strengthening the existing program for student work placement and transferability.

The curriculum is composed of two tracks, 3D studio and 2D studio. The 3D studio area includes glass and ceramics. Glass specialization offers classes in glassblowing, flameworking, fusing, casting and other sculptural applications. Ceramics offers courses in sculpture, dinnerware, raku and wheel throwing. The 2D studio offers photography, drawing and painting.

Hocking College offers a 4-course certificate program that prepares students to take the state of Ohio's Real Estate exam. Completers of this program become real estate agents, investors, brokers, realtors, as well as becoming involved in property management and other real estate-related fields. All course content will be delivered online.