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Career PrepAn Opportunity for High School Students

to Earn College Credit

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Collaboration & Partnership

CAREER PREP is a program of the Mercer County Technical Schools

in partnership with Mercer County Community College.

What is CAREER PREP?

High school seniors enroll in courses at Mercer County Community College.

An exceptional elective opportunity for students to simultaneously earn high school and college credits.

College credits can be applied toward Associate degree programs at MCCC and/or in many cases be transferred to four-year colleges and universities.

Admissions Criteria

Must be a senior to participate

Recommended GPA of 3.25 or higher

Excellent attendance record

Strong interest in the program

A strong counselor recommendation

Career Prep Programs

Business StudiesCriminal JusticeCulinary and Pastry Arts***Dance *Exercise ScienceFire Science Technology**Hospitality Management*** Information TechnologyPre-Engineering****Radio and Television ProductionTheatre*

*Audition Required**Additional Admissions Requirements Must Be Met

***Class Meetings Held During Alternate Hours****Prerequisite class

Why select Career Prep?

$1135 x 12 credits$13,620

$778x 12 credits$ 9,336

CAREER PREP = $0No charge to students(only pay for books and uniforms if

required)

Business Studies

Business Studies provides opportunities for students to prepare for a wide variety of careers in business. Can lead to an A.A.S. degree in Business Management

CMN 111 Speech: Human Communication – 3 creditsIST 101 Computer Concepts with Applications – 3 creditsBUS 209 Business Letter/Report Writing – 3 creditsECO 103 Basic Economics – 3 credits

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice program addresses the professional and educational needs of students interested in careers in corrections and law enforcement. Can lead to an Associate in Science Degree in Criminal Justice

•CRJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice System – 3 credits•CRJ 103 Introduction to Corrections – 3 credits•CRJ 105 Criminology – 3 credits•CRJ 212 Juvenile Justice – 3 credits

Culinary & Pastry Arts

The Culinary Arts program provides training for career in the food service industry as a professional chef or pastry chef. Can lead to Associate in Applied Science Degree

HOS 100 Hospitality Success Skills – 1 creditHOS 101 Food Preparation I – 3 creditsHOS 118 Sanitation/Safety in Food Service Operations – 2 creditsHOS 115 Food and Culture – 3 creditsHOS 217 Professional Baking I – 3 credits

Dance

The Dance program offers study of jazz, ballet, and modern technique; choreography and student-driven projects as well as the Mercer Dance Ensemble (M.D.E.), Mercer County’s own dance company Can lead to Associate in Arts Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences or Fine Arts Degree in Performing Arts

•DAN 101 Introduction to Dance & Culture – 3 credits•DAN 116 Studio Dance Technique I – 3 credits•DAN 117 Studio Dance Technique II – 3 credits•DAN 120 Choreography I – 3 credits

Exercise Science

Exercise Science career opportunities include coaching, education, exercise physiology, exercise research, health promotion and program management, personal training, rehabilitative exercise, and sport-specific athletic performance. Can lead to Associates Degree in Science Degree

HPE 101 Basic Concepts of Nutrition – 3 creditsHPE 105 First Aid, CPR, and AED – 3 creditsHPE 110 Concepts of Health and Fitness – 2 creditsHPE 151 Introduction to Exercise

Science – 1 creditHPE 163 Team Sport Management – 2 credits

Fire Science Technology

This program provides students with skills and knowledge to become candidates for entry and/or advancement as professional and volunteer fire personnel. Students will begin coursework toward earning a Fire Science A.A.S. degree.

FIR101 Introduction to Fire Science – 3 creditsFIR104 Building Construction – 3 creditsFIR204 Fire Fighting Tactics – 3 creditsFIR205 Fire Department

Organization – 3 credits

Hospitality Management

Hospitality Management Program prepares students for employment in various entry-level management careers in the food service and lodging industries. Leads to an Associate in Applied Sciences.

HOS 100 Hospitality Success Skills – 1 creditHOS 101 Food Preparation I – 3 creditsHOS 115 Food and Culture – 3 creditsHOS 118 Sanitation and Safety in Food Service Operations – 2 creditsHOS 104 Hotel Management/Lodging Operations – 3 credits

Information Technology

Careers paths include business application programmer, business process specialist, database administrator, information systems analyst, network engineer, and system sales associate. Can lead to an associate degree in Information Systems

NET 102 Introduction to PC Hardware and Software – 3 creditsNET 103 IT Essentials – 3 creditsNET 104 Fundamentals of Computer Networks – 3 creditsNET 120 Windows Desktop Operating Systems Administration – 3 credits

Pre-engineering

NEW FOR 2014-2015!Students develop a strong foundation in mathematics, physics and chemistry, with emphasis on engineering applications and use of the computer as a problem-solving tool. A strong general education curriculum helps students develop communication and analytical skills.

CIV 230 Mechanics of Solids – 4 creditsCIV 227 Structural Steel Design – 3 creditsCIV 103 Statics – 3 creditsCIV 228 Reinforced Concrete Design – 3 credits

Radio & TV Production

Radio prepares students for employment as radio announcers, news reporters, salespersons, copywriters, and other entry-level positions. Leads to an Associate Degree in Applied Science Degree in Radio/TV

•CMN 141 Introduction to TV Production – 3 credits

•CMN 142 Intermediate TV Production – 3 credits

•CMN 151 Introduction to Radio – 3 credits

•CMN 153 Digital Audio Production I – 3 credits

Theatre

The Theatre program combines intensive classroom study and performance to challenge the serious student who aspires to a career in the entertainment industry. Can lead to an Associate in Arts Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences or an Associate in Fine Arts Degree in Performing Arts

THR 101 Introduction to Theater – 3 credits

THR 104 Fundamentals of Acting – 3 credits

THR 105 Acting II: Principles of Characterization – 3 creditsTHR 210 Theatre History: Classical to Elizabethan – 3 credits

Program Scheduling

Courses offered from 11:45 AM to 2:30 PM daily Fire Science Technology will be hosted at the Dempster Fire

Training Center in Lawrenceville

The MCCC calendar is followed - different from the high school calendar. Classes begin at the end of August Usually no Friday classes Fall Holidays MCCC does not have days off MCCC – determines snow closures via website (www.mccc.edu) Winter Break – Longer @ MCCC Spring Holidays MCCC does not have days off Spring Break – MCCC in March (High Schools usually March/April) MCCC classes end in May

Program Benefits

Students will earn up to 12 college credits, tuition free.

Students receive transferable college credits upon graduation from their high school.

Valuable real-life college experience prior to attending full-time with a liaison to provide transition assistance.

Student Responsibilities

Students must purchase books and any uniform requirements (tuition is provided).

Students must earn passing grades, according to MCCC policy (C and above), in all classes during the 1st semester in order to advance to the 2nd semester courses.

Student Responsibilities

If you need academic support, feel free to contact Arlene Stinson, Director of Academic Support Services at MCCC, x3525.

Students are expected to behave as if they were full-time, MCCC students.

MCTS Career Prep students are treated as if they were full-time, MCCC students.

Attendance

When a student is absent he/she should follow policies established by the instructor.

Parent/guardian must call the Career Prep office and write a note.

Absences must not exceed college policy – 3 absences per course before withdrawal from course and Career Prep Program. In college, there are no excused absences!

Transportation

District provides transportation

Transportation may not be available at all times – when it is not, you are responsible for your own transportation! Plan ahead!

If you plan on driving to campus, you will need a parking permit from the college.

Follow your home school’s driving policy.

Drop-off & pick-up for buses is at circle near Kelsey Theatre and Gym. Make sure you are on-time!

Student IDs

All students must acquire a student ID card at the start of the Fall term.

Bring a copy of your schedule to the Information desk in the Student Center. You will have an opportunity to visit the MCCC Security Desk and secure your Student ID tonight with proper documentation.

Student ID’s are required to be worn at all times as well as to make use of the library and all other college facilities.

Textbooks

Bring your course schedule to the bookstore to purchase course books & necessary uniforms.

Book fees vary—estimate $200 per semester.

Save—Buy used books or rent—when available.

The bookstore will be open for you to purchase your textbooks.

Withdrawal

Contact the Career Prep office and Home High School Guidance Counselor.

A failing grade on your permanent college transcript will result from not formally withdrawing from a program.

Stopping participation without withdrawing will put a failure on your permanent college transcript.

Check the MCCC calendar for withdrawal deadlines in order to avoid failures on your permanent college transcript.

All students are strongly encouraged to take the MCCC placement test prior to the end of the Spring semester.

This will allow ample time for you to remediate, if necessary, prior to the formal September start of classes, during the Summer Term.

Placement Testing

Attend ALL class meetings, on-time, prepared, and excited to learn and be involved in the course.

Organization is key – maintain a planner

Pre-plan your requirements/assignments from syllabus – self-discipline is important (expectations in college are different from high school).

Stay in contact with your professors about ALL happenings that will affect your progress/success in course.

Time-management – most programs will not have a daily class meeting requirement; however, you will need to balance your time in relation to requirements and optional commitments.

Keys to Success

Stay in contact with the MCTS Career Prep Office & your Home High School Guidance Counselor.

Exchange multiple means of contact with a reliable buddy in each course.

Utilize resources at MCCC: Library Student Services

Utilize resources at MCTS: Office Staff with expertise in program offerings Intermediary Facilities

Utilize time not in class on MCCC campus to study/work on assignments & become a member of the MCCC community!

Check your MCCC email weekly, if not daily!

Keys to Success (continued)

MCCC Schedule

Additional Resources

Mercer County Community College www.mccc.edu

Mercer County Technical Schools www.mcts.edu

Next Steps

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