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These programs are non-credit, trade-specific, training programs designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in a high demand industry. Each program can be completed in just 9 months by attending class 2 nights per week. Successful completion of this hands-on learning approach will earn you a BCTC Certificate of Competency in one of three different trade areas: Electrical, HVAC/R, Plumbing. You will have the opportunity to enter any one of these programs with little or no knowledge of the selected trade. Successful completion of the program provides you with the knowledge and skills for a basic foundation in the skilled trade area of your choice. Each program will include: OSHA safety training, Related trade theory, Hands-on training. Students who successfully complete the program will be prepared to find employment as helpers in their respective trade, pursue an apprenticeship program (after obtaining employment with a sponsoring company), or may further their education by enrolling in a post secondary school. Trade Prep Certificate programs are the right choice for recent high school graduates, GED recipients, underemployed, unemployed, career changers, military veterans, and for anyone seeking foundational skills for a future in construction or industry.
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Berks Career & Technology Center-East Campus
Berks Career & Technology Center-East Campus is a destination for ambitious students seeking to advance their practical and theoretical knowledge. This institution empowers learners with diverse, career-specific programs designed to help them meet their individual goals while also addressing the needs of the larger job market. Esteemed faculty members offer their insights and experience, facilitating a learning environment that encourages intellectual growth and hands-on practical expertise. Through this, students emerge as proficient professionals, ready to step into their chosen career fields. Striving to become more than an educational system, Berks Career & Technology Center-East Campus is committed to instilling a sense of responsibility and a spirit of innovation in its students, thus illustrating the profound impact education can have on individuals and society as a whole. Rooted in a tradition of excellence, this institution exemplifies the possibilities of vocational education and serves as a testament to its undeniable relevance in today's dynamic world.