Winter is a great time to take a course exploring the trades! We offer Auto Technology, Manufacturing Technology, and Welding basics. This can open the door to future employment and well-paying careers in these industries.
Contact our Career Navigator, Allyson Salmon, to learn more!
269-512-7855 or email: allyson.salmon@alleganaesa.org.
The Winter CNA is scheduled to start in a few weeks, sign up today to beat the January 17th, 2025 deadline.
Start the new year by learning new IT skills, earning certifications, and launching into one of the fastest-growing industries! All of this is available at a fraction of the cost of other schools and programs. You have full access to the curriculum through October 2025 and can learn at your own pace. Take full advantage by signing up now and attending open lab instruction through March. See the flyer for details and register today.
Allegan County we have heard your requests; we are excited to be able to offer an introductory course on residential wiring! If you or someone you know is interested in exploring the electrical industry and learning basic foundational wiring, sign up today!
If you bundle the residential wiring course with the basic construction course offered in March, you will receive a $25 discount.
The Employability Skills class challenged themselves by expanding their hands-on learning into the idea of a growth mindset; while also embarking on an exciting new project. They launched the TC Cafe this week! Students took online orders from teachers and ran the cafe in the lobby for students. They served gourmet hot chocolate, tea, and homemade rice cripy treats (that they made!) This initiative offered students a practical learning experience in customer service, money skills, and entrepreneurship. They were inspired to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to challenges they faced, ultimately encouraging a sense of responsibility and boosting their confidence.
The Tech Center wishes our students and their families a healthy and restful holiday break. Students return January 6.
We are excited to announce our Winter lineup of courses! Give someone you love the gift of education and learn a new skill! Register today!
Call: 269-512-7800
Anthony Lincoln, our Computer Information Systems instructor, would like to announce that he has had three students earn their ITS - Cybersecurity Certification. They are all Plainwell High School seniors: Lucas Stevens, Lexin Adam, and Elliot Cassada.
The Tech Center Climate/Culture Committee began a raffle in November to celebrate students. A student is entered into the drawing for any positive and/or celebratory reason. Each program picks a winner from their AM and PM sessions every other week. Here are some November winnersand what they did to be entered into the raffle:
Chase DeGlopper (striped shirt) from EMS - The only student to score 100% on an airway quiz.
Nathan Ebenstein (Navy/yellow shirt) from EMS - Brought snacks for the class to share.
Harper Todd (green shirt) from CIS - Highest average E-Skills in the AM.
Charles Vaughn (black shirt) from CIS - Highest average E-skills in the PM.
The first-year Automotive Technology students have successfully completed their studies in 'Brake and Braking Systems.' They will be moving into 'Steering and Suspension.' Second-year students are preparing to take the ASE Maintenance and Ligh Repair certification. All students and staff are very excited to make the move into the new automotive facility in 2025.
Congratulations to first-year student, Shane Evink, a junior from Otsego High School! He is the first student in our Computer Information Systems program to earn a certification for the school year. He earned his ITS Device Configuration and Management certification and is moving ahead to earn more that the program offers!
Take advantage of the open enrollment opportunity and make the most of accessing the Information Technology Curriculum.
Who Should Enroll?
This program is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in the fast-growing field of information management. Whether you're looking for a career change or to advance in your current role, this curriculum will equip you with the tools and knowledge to succeed.
Ready to take the first step toward becoming an Information Specialist? Enroll now and begin your journey into the world of IT.
Your future in tech starts here!
Sign up today for Welding! Our Fall class starts in 1 week!
The Graphic Art & Design program was contacted by Kim Sparks with the Allegan High School Drama Club to design a 7.5' long banner to be used in their upcoming "Elf" musical as a backdrop. Three banners were printed for the musical. Leah Schumacher (Hopkins High School, center) was the lead designer, Navaya Ingle (Hopkins High School, right) created the shelf background, and Madi Dendel (Otsego High School, left) also helped with finding just the right toys.
The EMS program went to Grand Rapids Life EMS and Allegan County Dispatch for their fieldtrip this week. Students were able to learn how dispatch works, try out the mobility transport, and check blood pressures.
The Veterinary Technical Sciences program traveled to the zoo for learning this week!
Fall classes are starting, so don't delay sign up today!
We have pushed back the start date for Adobe Creative Suite to Oct. 14th to allow additional sign-ups! SCECH's available and makes for great professional learning.
It's always a yummy time when Culinary has a competition!
Get to the Otsego Band Invitational this Saturday, the 28th. Those who attend will be able to see the finished product in person! So proud of our school collaborations that showcase our students' talent and furthers their learning and job skills.
We would like to showcase our amazing staff at the Tech Center, starting with Ashlee Berens!
