Introduction (Half-Day) Programs
- Learn about the Visual Communications, Transportation, Manufacturing, Health, Culinary Arts, and Construction career fields from industry experts
- Earn industry-recognized certifications
Program Overview
What are Introduction (Half-Day) Programs?
Choose from Construction, Culinary, Health, Manufacturing, Transportation, or Visual Communications; Learn about all professions in these industries and how to perform basic tasks in each profession; Construction- hand and power tools, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and more; Culinary- appetizers, entrees, cakes, pastries; Health- learn medical skills, medical equipment, human body, ethical standards, confidentiality, leadership, professionalism; Manufacturing- Fabricate and assemble metal projects, welding, cutting equipment, automated systems; Transportation- diagnose and troubleshoot vehicles and equipment, operating systems and repair procedures; Visual Communications- drawing, computer graphics, photography, printing
Our Programs Are Built for Success
Majority of introductory program students apply for full-day programs
Many introductory program students will earn at least one industry-recognized certification
Introductory program students can tour full-day programs to make an informed decision for the following year
Your Future
Jobs & Other Opportunities
- Full-day programs available
- Summer employment and summer camps (as are available)
- Head start on career training
Success Stories
A majority of students who complete introductory programs have a easier transition into full-day programs. Students also have a head start on determining what they desire (and what they do not) about their career.
Why Lancaster County CTC
While students are not eligible for cooperative education in introductory programs, they do have the support of their instructor in making career decisions.
Programs Course Catalog
Introduction to Visual Communications Careers
Introduction to Visual Communication Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Willow Street Program Goals All students will: Prepare for National Skills Certificates and/or credentials. Be successfully exposed to all careers... Read more
Learn MoreIntroduction to Transportation Careers
Half-Day Program for High School Juniors
Introduction to Transportation Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Mount Joy Introduction to Transportation Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Willow Street Introduction to Transportation Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation... Read more
Learn MoreIntroduction to Manufacturing Careers
Half-Day Program for High School Juniors
Program Goals All Intro to Manufacturing Career students will: Prepare for National Skills Certificates and/or credentials. Be successfully exposed to all careers that are aligned within this program. Be proficient... Read more
Learn MoreIntroduction to Health Careers
High School Only, Half-Day Program – 450 hrs
Introduction to Health Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Mount Joy Introduction to Health Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Willow Street Introduction to Health Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation... Read more
Learn MoreIntroduction to Culinary Arts Careers
Half-Day Program for High School Juniors
Introduction to Culinary Arts Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Mount Joy Introduction to Culinary Arts Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Brownstown Introduction to Culinary Arts Careers Student Virtual... Read more
Learn MoreIntroduction to Construction Careers
Half-Day Program for High School Juniors
Introduction to Construction Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Mount Joy Introduction to Construction Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation – Willow Street Introduction to Construction Careers Student Virtual Tour Presentation... Read more
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