P O R T E R C O U N T Y
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION

1005 NORTH FRANKLIN STREET, VALPARAISO, INDIANA 46383

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CALL DEB, KELLI, KATE,
OR JON IN THE CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION OFFICE 219-531-3170

FAQ

How can I earn a Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma?
• Complete all requirements for Core 40.
• Complete a career-technical program (8 or more related credits)
• Earn a grade of “C†or better in courses that will count toward the diploma.
• Have a grade point average of a “B†or better.
• Complete two of the following, one must be A or B:
A. Score at or above the following levels on WorkKeys: Reading for Information - Level 6; Applied Mathematics - Level 6; Locating Information - Level 5
B. Complete dual high school/college credit courses in a technical area (6 college credits)
C. Complete a Professional Career Internship course or Cooperative Education course (2 credits)
D. Complete an industry-based work experience as part of two-year technical education program (minimum 140 hours)
E. Earn a state-approved, industry-recognized certification

Can I earn college credit by attending career and technical education programs?
Almost all Porter County Career and Technical classes have dual credit opportunities. Many of our students leave high school with transcripted credits from Ivy Tech Community College and/or Vincennes University. These credits could help a student earn the Indiana Technical Honors and/or Academic Honors Diploma. We also have relationships with numerous proprietary, trade, or professional schools.

Can career and technical education courses help prepare me for industry certification examinations?
Career and technical education curriculum is developed based upon state, national, and business and industry certification standards. Programs provide students the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills in preparation for industry certification standards such as: American Society of Welders, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA), Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA), Indiana Cosmetology License, Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Cisco Certified Networking

Is transportation provided to all career and technical programs?
Most schools provide school bus transportation to the Porter County Career and Technical Center.  However, other programs may require the student to provide personal transportation to and from his/her home school.  Students involved in a work study program will be required to provide transportation because of the training station (job) component during or after school hours.  The best way to find out if transportation is provided is to ask your guidance counselor.