HIGH DEMAND PROGRAMS
These opportunities represent a list of Career and Technical Education Programs that lead to a career in a high demand industry in Yavapai County. These careers have the potential to provide students with median-to-high-wage jobs in our region. They have been selected based on labor market data provided by the Office of Economic Opportunity and in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Education.
Mountain Institute is offering these programs to students on track to graduate in May 2024 for the 2024-2025 Academic school year (the year AFTER graduation). Each eligible program is listed below with a brief description and progression plan outlining all of the courses required for that program.
The Application for our High Demand Programs will open on April 1st at 7:00AM! We recommend meeting with a Yavapai College Counselor before filling out the application. To apply after April 1st: click on the APPLY TODAY button below and fill out the application.
These classes may potentially be located at ANY of the Yavapai College Campuses or Online. The only way to ensure you are enrolling in courses that meet your needs is to meet with a Yavapai College Counselor.
Automated Industrial Technology
The Certificate in Automated Industrial Technology prepares students to troubleshoot, maintain and repair a variety of automated electromechanical, product assembly, and product distribution systems that use programmable controls and other methodologies to accomplish system management. These systems include robotic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic devices. Provides the skills to define, install, adjust, and maintain automated systems.
Advanced Bookkeeping
The Advanced Bookkeeping certificate will prepare students for entry-level positions in a variety of business and office settings where knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting practices is required.
Auto Body Paint & Collision Technology
The Auto Body Paint and Collision Technology certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in the auto body and collision industry. The program addresses all areas of basic auto body repair and refinishing including: frame and body repair, painting, special effects and graphic design, and upholstery.
Automotive Technician
The purpose of this certificate program is to prepare students with the technical skills to obtain direct employment in the automotive industry and to upgrade the skills of individuals already employed in the industry. The courses within this certificate program prepare students for the National Automotive Service Excellence certification examinations which are required for most entry-level employment opportunities in the industry. Upon completion of each course, the student will receive an Award of Completion which will identify the competencies achieved.
Basic Carpentry
Introduction to carpentry safety, hand and power tool operation, blueprint reading, materials, and layout. Hands-on experience in cutting, fastening, footings, framing, assembly, door/window installation, flooring, and finishing.
Behavioral Health Technician
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Certificate will provide students with a foundational study of human behavior and prepare them to assist, as part of a clinical team, in the care of individuals and families dealing with mental illness, comorbid medical conditions, and challenges that may be related to substance use/addiction and trauma histories.
Cybersecurity Specialist
The Cybersecurity Specialist certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in cybersecurity and network administration. Students learn to install, support, secure, and troubleshoot network devices such as routers, switches, and servers. In addition, students learn how to configure virtual private networks, firewalls, and intrusion prevention systems. This program helps prepare students for the CompTIA Security+ and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security certifications and provides a strong knowledge base to pursue advanced cybersecurity certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
Early Childhood Education
The Basic Certificate in Early Childhood Education is a point of entry or a continuation of professional development in the field of Early Care and Education. The Basic ECE certificate includes competencies that will prepare a student to apply for the national CDA credential.
Emergency Medical Technician
Basic certificate provides fundamental knowledge and emergency medical procedures and techniques. Yavapai College offers students entry-level emergency response training with its EMT-Basic program. It prepares the student to become an EMT through relevant coursework and extensive hands-on practical training, clinical work, and instructors who have years of experience and know what is needed to succeed. Successful completion of this program will prepare the students for the required Arizona and National Registry EMT exams. Our EMT students have excellent pass rates on the National Registry Exam.
HVAC Technician
The HVAC Installation and Maintenance Technician Certificate provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to enter into the HVAC/Refrigeration industry in entry-level positions.
Justice Studies
The Justice Studies certificate program is designed for students interested in a broad range of criminal justice careers, without a law enforcement focus. The program includes the study of crime and delinquency and the theories, policies and practices of the criminal justice system.
Retail Management
The Management Certificate provides management training to prepare students to apply competencies needed for successful performance in management occupations. The program is designed for those seeking to update or develop essential management skills for the workplace and is available in two concentrations: Organizational Management and Retail Management (national endorsement by the WAFC).
Organizational Management
The Management Certificate provides management training to prepare students to apply competencies needed for successful performance in management occupations. The program is designed for those seeking to update or develop essential management skills for the workplace and is available in two concentrations: Organizational Management and Retail Management (national endorsement by the WAFC).
Medical Records Technician
The Medical Records Technician certificate prepares students for employment in a physician's office, acute care setting and/or long-term care setting.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Nursing Assistant Certificate program prepares students to work as nursing assistants and prepares them to take the state competency exams leading to certification or licensure.
Prerequisites: MAT 082 or Satisfactory score on the Mathematics Skills Assessment and Reading Proficiency or proof of successful completion of 12 college credits.
Pre-Entry Requirements: There are special admission requirements for the Nursing Assistant Program that must be completed before receiving the Program Director's approval to register for the courses. These include a completed program application with proof of criminal background, health, and drug screenings. Must be at least 16 years old.
Plumbing Technician
The Plumbing Technician Certificate is designed to provide the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in the residential plumbing industry. Training in various aspects of the construction and plumbing industry include: hand and power tool operation, blueprints, materials, and layouts. Students will learn to install and repair residential plumbing systems which include new construction, renovations, wells, and septic systems. Program will also address plumbing system design, calculations, safety, testing, and applicable codes and standards.
Electrical Line Worker
The certificate in Electric Utility Lineworker is designed to prepare the student for a position as a pre-apprentice level lineworker who is familiar with the use of tools, materials, and equipment of the electric utility industry. Students will be trained in power line installation and maintenance, pole climbing and use of tools, truck and equipment operation, and overhead and underground distribution, construction and maintenance of electrical lines.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate prepares students to become professional unmanned aircraft operators.
Diesel Technician
The Diesel Technician certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in heavy diesel mechanics.
Education Professions
In this program the student will earn progress toward Yavapai College's Associate of Arts in Elementary Education Degree. Please reference Yavapai College's website for more information on degree requirements here. This degree is designed for students interested in elementary or early childhood education who are preparing to transfer to one of the public universities to complete a baccalaureate program and qualify for an Arizona teaching certificate.
