VACTE INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

VACTE STUDENTS ARE PREPARED FOR THE WORKFORCE

 

Certified Nurse’s Assistant (CNA) Program

OSHA 10 – Healthcare
This 10-hour certification course prepares students for safety in healthcare environments. Training includes Bloodborne Pathogens, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Emergency Procedures, communication skills, personal finance basics, and interview preparation.

CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers)
Students earn Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification for healthcare providers. This certification is valid for two years and prepares students to perform CPR in both healthcare and non-healthcare settings. CPR certification is a requirement for most healthcare positions, giving students a strong advantage when seeking employment.

CNA Certificate of Completion
Students who complete a minimum of 120 hours of classroom instruction, skills training, and clinical experience receive a CNA Certificate of Completion. To qualify, students must earn a score of 75% or higher on the written final exam and 80% or higher on the skills final. Graduates are then eligible to sit for the Arizona State Board of Nursing (AZBN) examination.

CNA State Certification
Upon passing the AZBN State Certification Examination, students may apply for CNA/LNA licensure through the Arizona State Board of Nursing. This license authorizes graduates to work as Certified Nursing Assistants anywhere CNAs are employed within the State of Arizona.

Phlebotomy Program

Students in the Phlebotomy Program will gain the knowledge and hands-on skills required for safe and effective blood collection in a clinical setting. Upon completion of the course, students are prepared for entry-level employment in phlebotomy.

Program Learning Outcomes:

  • Define basic terminology and codes related to phlebotomy and laboratory testing

  • Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the hand and arm

  • Explain how privacy laws and law enforcement impact phlebotomy practices

  • Collect blood specimens by venipuncture while adhering to OSHA guidelines and laboratory safety procedures

  • Explain how CLIA and HIPAA regulations affect phlebotomy practices

  • Describe reporting requirements related to adverse phlebotomy events

  • Describe and apply standard and universal precautions

  • State the purpose of commonly ordered laboratory tests

  • Complete a minimum of 40 successful venipuncture blood draws

Career Readiness:
Upon successful completion of the course, students are prepared to seek employment as a Phlebotomy Technician in a variety of healthcare settings.

TEACHER TRAINING

Certifications & Requirements

  • Paraprofessional Certificate

  • IVEP Fingerprint Card (required for school employment)

  • WorkKeys Assessments

    • Reading

    • Writing

    • Math

    • Fundamentals of Teaching

Career Pathway
Students can begin a rewarding career in Education as a Paraprofessional, gaining hands-on classroom experience and meeting employment requirements while still in high school.

COSMETOLOGY

1st Year Students

  • Barbicide Certification

  • OSHA 10 – Cosmetology

2nd Year Students

  • OSHA Employability Skills

  • OSHA Interview Skills

  • OSHA Management Skills

Program Completion & Licensing
Upon completion and required testing, students are eligible for licensure through the Arizona Barbering and Cosmetology Board, earning a Hairstyling License and entering the workforce prepared and credentialed.

CONSTRUCTION

Certifications Offered

  • OSHA 10 Construction Certification

  • IVES Lift Certifications

    • Rough Terrain Forklift

    • Scissor Lift

    • Aerial Boom Lift

    • Slab Style Forklift

  • Yavapai College Carpentry Certification

  • Yavapai College Plumbing/Electrical Certification

  • NRCA Commercial Roofing Certification

Program Overview
The Construction Program equips students with essential safety knowledge and hands-on skills to work responsibly on construction sites. Students learn to identify common hazards, properly use PPE, and follow OSHA regulations.

These industry-recognized certifications help students feel confident and prepared on their first day of work, reducing workplace risks and making them valuable, safety-conscious employees.

Career Outcomes
Many VACTE Construction students secure employment with local contractors and businesses, earning higher starting wages and pursuing sustainable, long-term career paths.

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Certifications & Training

  • ASP Basic Defense Tactics & Weapons (1st Year)

  • ASP Advanced Defense Tactics & Weapons (2nd Year)

  • Progress toward APCO Public Safety Certification

  • FEMA Active Shooter Certification

  • Telecommunication & Dispatcher Training

  • Public Safety Security Guard Training

  • Crime Scene Investigation

Program Overview
This course introduces students to the foundational and advanced skills needed for careers in Law Enforcement and Emergency Telecommunications. Instruction includes law enforcement history and theory, leadership and administration, labor relations, incident response strategies, legal responsibilities, correctional skills, and emergency dispatch operations.

Hands-on practice and real-life scenario training prepare students for both field and dispatch roles.

College Credit & Career Readiness

  • Students earn approximately 18 college credit hours toward a Criminal Justice major

  • Eligible to test for:

    • APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification

    • Arizona Department of Public Safety Security Guard Certification

Second-year students receive extensive 911 Dispatch training and are employable in entry-level law enforcement and public safety positions upon completion.

FIRE SCIENCE

Certifications Earned

  • Arizona Center of Firefighter Excellence Certifications

    • Firefighter I

    • Firefighter II

    • Hazardous Materials Operations

  • FEMA ICS 100 & 200

  • NIMS Wildland Fire Certifications 130 & 190

Career Opportunities
After completing the Fire Science program and EMT training, students are eligible to test for Firefighter positions. Students may also apply for Wildland Firefighting jobs immediately following program completion.

CULINARY ARTS

Certifications

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

  • Yavapai College Culinary Arts Fundamentals Certificate (16 Credits)

Program Overview
The Culinary Arts Fundamentals Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in the food service industry. Instruction includes:

  • Culinary concepts and terminology

  • Kitchen safety and sanitation

  • Equipment use

  • Nutrition basics

  • Standard and metric measurements

  • Food costing

  • Preparation of hot and cold foods, breakfast items, salads, sandwiches, dressings, breads, and pastries

This program emphasizes hands-on learning and foundational cooking techniques to ensure students are job-ready.