Stepping Stones

The Stepping Stones manufacturing program gives students hands-on training and the skills needed for a successful career in manufacturing, including problem-solving, production planning, and quality control.It prepares students for careers in many areas including warehousing, paper mills, power plants, automobile manufacturing and construction. Program participants will focus on building knowledge and skills training in Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA), NCCER and Forklift Training. NCCER introduces both hand and power tools, construction math and construction drawing. Forklift introduces students to the safety hazards, general information about the safe usage of forklifts, as well as how to transfer materials from receiving, picking, and shipping.

American Heart Association’s Basic Life Skills/CPR is also included.

The Entrepreneurship tract in the Stepping Stones Program provides students the opportunity to develop an entrepreneurial mindset - a competency that will help in all areas of life. They will also gain the knowledge and skills necessary to open and operate a small business. Coursework prepares future business owners with skills they can use to make their ventures a success including business operations, marketing strategies and sales, basic accounting principles, and overall management techniques. Upon completion of the course, the Stepping Stones students will be able to sit for the Entrepreneurship Small Business (ESB) certification.

The Phlebotomy program is designed to educate and train students in the latest procedures, skills, standards and equipment for safe and effective blood collection. The program includes both theory and hands-on instruction in medical concepts such as infection control, human anatomy and physiology, and phlebotomy equipment, procedures and fundamental essentials. Phlebotomists have successful careers working in hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, and doctor’s offices.

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program is designed to equip students with important health care concepts and the professional career development skills necessary to help patients perform basic tasks within a long-term care, acute care or rehabilitation facility. The CNA program introduces students to the basic skills necessary to become a professional and competent member of a patient’s health care team. This comprehensive program includes classroom training, simulated laboratory exercises, hands-on experience and a CNA exam prep boot camp.

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program is designed to equip students with important health care concepts and the professional career development skills necessary to help patients perform basic tasks within a long-term care, acute care or rehabilitation facility. The CNA program introduces students to the basic skills necessary to become a professional and competent member of a patient’s health care team. This comprehensive program includes classroom training, simulated laboratory exercises, hands-on experience and a CNA exam prep boot camp.

This innovative course introduces students to the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity, two of the most in-demand fields in today’s digital economy. Designed and delivered by a Lead Facilitator from Intel’s AI Workforce Program, the course equips learners with foundational knowledge of AI concepts and demonstrates how AI technologies are transforming cybersecurity practices worldwide.

Cybersecurity threats are evolving rapidly, and AI is at the forefront of defense strategies. This course prepares students for future workforce demands by blending technical knowledge with practical applications, making them competitive in technology-driven careers.

Low voltage technicians are electrical professionals who install and maintain low voltage wiring systems such as alarm systems, security systems, and fire alarms.