C-TEC of Licking County -

Two of our Postsecondary (adult) Precision Machining students are busy making chips on Haas CNC mills, gaining hands-on experience with the same technology used throughout industry today.

For over 50 years, our program has helped prepare machinists for successful careers across Central Ohio.
No experience needed
Only 6 months long
Classes 3 days per week
Financial aid available
Indoor, climate-controlled work environment

The demand for skilled machinists continues to grow. Start building your future today!

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The Veterinary Science juniors are diving right in. This last week they were learning about PPE and veterinary safety.
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The Mechatronics junior cohort. So many awesome career possibilities begin in this program!
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The new postsecondary Paramedic cohort has just started, and one activity was doing an exercise to enhance communication skills. A clever manner in which to teach this necessary skill in that line of work!
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The Cybersecurity junior cohort. Off to a good start!
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Get to know our Vet Science instructor Amanda Swick. Nice article about a great lady!

https://www.newarkadvocate.com/story/news/local/aces-of-trades/2026/08/24/c-tec-instructor-prepares-students-for-vet-careers-aces-of-trades/91382608007/

Our Culinary Arts junior class. They have been here a week now, and are getting the swing of things.
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Immediate need for a Heavy Truck instructor in our Postsecondary Center! Check it out!

Our Electrical Trades students are getting hands-on experience, from drilling and wiring to installing receptacles, these students aren’t just learning about the electrical trade. They’re building the skills, confidence, and muscle memory to do the work.
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Our brand-new program Skilled Trades Technologies is jumping right in there, assembling items for their new lab and already learning proper techniques for work. Love it!
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Automotive Technologies students aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty. Hands-on training means diagnosing problems, turning wrenches, and learning the skills that keep the world moving.
Check engine light? Challenge accepted.
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Check out our Postsecondary Cosmetology program! Currently accepting students!
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Students in our postsecondary Powerline program are getting real-world experience as they build the skills needed for careers in the electric utility industry. From climbing and rigging to working with transformers and line equipment, students are learning by doing.
Proud to see these future lineworkers putting their training into action! #SkillsMatter

Another school year begins in the secondary center this week. Looking forward to all the great experiences ahead!
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They always bring the fire in the Welding lab. Great skills, great careers!
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Some moments from the Automotive Technologies lab last year. Next week there will be young people in there again! Can't wait!
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Last year this Diesel senior was getting comfortable where real diesel technicians spend a lot of their time, on a creeper, under the hood, and solving problems that keep heavy equipment moving.
For those who love engines and diagnostics, there's nothing better.
As a new school year gets ready to begin, a new class of students will soon be rolling into our Diesel & Power Equipment Mechanics lab.
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The Secondary Center Cosmetology students practice manicure techniques, building precision, creativity, and professionalism that will help them succeed. These pics are from last year, but we can’t wait to welcome all our students back in just a few days to kick off another year of hands-on learning, new experiences, and career-ready success. Here's to a great year ahead!
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In our Cybersecurity & Information Technology lab, students gain hands-on experience configuring networks, solving real-world technical challenges, writing code, and defending digital systems from cyber threats. These pics from last year make us excited to welcome the incoming juniors soon.
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Available through our Postsecondary Center!