Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Program students will receive entry-level training through hands-on challenges that mirror the processes utilized in all facets of manufacturing and engineering. Students produce functional parts through traditional and automated processes. A very strong emphasis is placed on safety, quality, and working to international industry standards/expectations.
This program includes the following credential(s): Certified Manufacturing Associate, Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA), Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals, Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP), and Certified Manufacturing Technician.
By studying Culinary Arts, students prepare for careers in the foodservice industry. The instructors are chefs and students study in our foodservice facility that simulates a typical workplace. Students learn to the proper care and operation of kitchen equipment while preparing and serving food in our restaurant.
Students may earn a national credential ServSafe through the National Restaurant Association and college credit through New England Culinary Institute’s online program.
This program includes the following credential(s): National Restaurant Association ServSafe Certification: Manager.
The Business Management & Entrepreneurship program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business principles and entrepreneurship. The program focuses on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, offering hands-on training through activities such as working in the school store (Campus Connection). The skills acquired in the program can be applied to various careers and fields beyond traditional business roles.
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) involvement adds an extra layer of opportunity for students to develop leadership skills and connect with a broader business community. Overall, the program prepares students for entrepreneurship but also equips them with versatile skills applicable to different career paths, whether they choose to pursue further education in business or directly enter the workforce.
This program includes the following credential(s): QuickBooks Certified User Online.
The Audio Video Production program at RVTC is unique in that it is divided into individual Audio and Video “pathways”. This program is designed to allow students to customize their learning experience through these pathways in order to focus on each individual student’s career goals.
AVP is a two-year program. Level one students start with the AVP101 Pathway which is designed to give students a foundation of technical skills that will be needed in order to be a successful program completer. After AVP101, students can move between the audio, video, and photography pathways at the start of each quarter.
This program includes the following credential(s): Adobe Certified Associate in Photoshop and Premiere Pro; and Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (Drones).
This two-year program is for the student considering a career in landscaping, arboriculture, forestry, or greenhouse management. Students spend much of their time outside in our on-site nursery, greenhouse, and school landscapes. Students are also exposed to offsite work experiences on several community landscapes, woodlots, and fruit orchards, where they develop skills to get an immediate job. Students also have the opportunity to become a member of the FFA and develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success.
This program includes or prepares for the following credential(s): Game of Logging Chainsaw Safety Training Certification Levels 1, 2, 3, 4.
The Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) program will prepare students for an entry level position in the field of nursing. This class will also prepare students to successfully pass the State Board exam.
Classes are typically 5 hours long and the total course length is 90 hours: 45 hours of classroom and lab instruction at CVCC; 30 hours of clinical training at Mayo Healthcare in Northfield; and 15 hours of review at CVCC.
This program prepares for the following credential(s): Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA).
This course of study is a full 150-clock hour barbering course, currently offered part time on a 16 hour, 2 day per week schedule.
We use Pivot Point curriculum along with an Aveda Curriculum supplement. Including chapters on study skills, history of barbering, professional image, bacteriology, infection control, implements/tools, equipment, anatomy/physiology, chemistry, electricity/ light therapy, properties and disorders of the skin, properties and disorders of the scalp, treatment of the hair/ scalp, men’s facial massage and treatments, shaving and facial hair design, men’s haircutting and styling, men’s hair pieces, women’s haircutting and styling, chemical texture services, hair coloring and lightening, nails and manicuring, barbershop management, job search, state board preparation and licensing laws.
Aveda also offers a series of career development classes and guest speakers. The barbering course covers units in both practical and theory application.
In this 1,000 hour certificate program, students learn skills to become professionals as fashion photo stylists, makeup artists, Aveda Global Educators, retail sales specialists, hair colorists, salon owners, and more. Students also prepare for the state board exam to become a licensed cosmetologist in Vermont.
We currently offer a 3 day schedule, 24 hours per week (depending on start date), 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Six saturdays are required during senior hours for all cosmetology students.
In this 750 hour certificate program, students learn skills to become professionals in haircutting and hairstyling and learn about owning their own salons. Students also prepare for the state board exam to become a licensed barber in Vermont.
We currently offer a 3 day schedule, 24 hours per week (depending on start date), 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
In this 500 hour certificate program, students learn skills to become professionals in the areas of facial treatments and skincare, hair removal, make up, and more. Students also prepare for the state board exam to become a licensed Esthetician in Vermont.
We currently offer a 3 day schedule, 30 hours per week, 8:00 am to 6:30 pm.