AUTO-TECH PROGRAM

1. Do I get any certification for this class?
Yes. You can receive S/P2 safety and pollution certification valid for one year. You also have the opportunity to take Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification tests. Second year students who are eighteen have the opportunity to take the State Inspector’s test for certification.

2. Do I have to take Auto Tech I before Auto Tech II?
No, these are stand-alone courses, each teaches different systems on the car.

3. How long does each course last?
Each course is a year long and equal to three credits.

PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM

1. How do I apply for the Practical Nursing Program?
High school juniors make application through their school guidance counselors. Adults should refer to the application packet, which is published each November. This is available in the school office or online.

2. Are there prerequisites for admission to the program?
High school juniors must have a minimum 2.0 average and successfully completed Biology and Algebra I. Chemistry is recommended.
Adult applicants must submit proof of high school graduation or have a GED. They must also perform satisfactorily on preadmission tests. The tests measure reading comprehension, basic mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities.

3. What is the length of the program?
This is an 18-month or 4 semester curriculum. During the first two semesters, students attend class from 9 a.m. until 11:35 a.m. Theory classes, during the third and fourth semesters are scheduled from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Clinical rotations are usually scheduled from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Classes are admitted annually, in September. Students graduate in April.

4. What is the cost of the program?
Tuition, uniforms, books, and fees average about $5000 for the program. However, high school seniors do not pay tuition the first two semesters.

5. Where will I do clinical rotations?
The school enjoys affiliations with Chesapeake General Hospital, Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, and two local long-term care facilities. Students also gain experience in other community agencies.

6. What is the employment outlook for the Licensed Practical Nurse?
Over the next eight years, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that over 120,000 new jobs will be created for the L.P.N. Career prospects in Virginia and the Hampton Roads area are excellent. See Career Prospects in Virginia. (www.careerprospects.org). Area employers recruit our graduates for hospital, nursing home, assisted living, physicians office, and clinic positions.

7. My career goal is to become a registered nurse. Can this program assist me to achieve my goal?
The CCST Practical Nursing Program has articulation agreements with Tidewater Community College, Norfolk State University and Thomas Nelson Community College. Graduates of the program receive college credit for nursing courses.

8. Are scholarships or student loans available?
Scholarship opportunities are available from a number of agencies for enrolled students. The school is certified for payment of Veteran’s benefits. We do not belong to agencies that allow students to receive government loans or financial assistance.

SPECIAL EDUCATION

1. Does CCST have a special education teacher?
There is a full time Special Education teacher and full time Special Education paraprofessional at CCST.

2. Does CCST serve student with special education needs?
Special needs students make up approximately 20 – 25% of the population at CCST.

3. To whom may I address special education concerns?
Special education question relative to CCST may be directed to the special education teacher. Administrators are also available to work with you.

VETERINARY SCIENCE PROGRAM (answers needed)

1. Are you part of Chesapeake Public Schools?
2. Is the vocational school is only for students who are not college bound?