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Creating Successful Lives
Adult Education
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Unlock your potential with Buckeye Hills Career Center's Adult Education programs. We're dedicated to the mission of Creating Successful Lives - it's why we offer hands-on training for in-demand jobs. Whether you're entering a new field, upgrading skills, or exploring careers, our programs are designed for you to learn the skills you need to create your own successful life.
Adult Program Pathways:
Adult Education Admissions
We're so glad you're considering Buckeye Hills Career Center!
At the Award-Winning Buckeye Hills Career Center, we offer comprehensive Career-Technical programs.
Our courses are designed for those who want to begin a new occupation, upgrade skills in their current occupation, or explore a brand new career. Buckeye Hills students experience real training for real life!
+ 16 years of age or older
+ High school diploma or GED (not required for all programs – contact the Adult Office at 740.245.5334 to verify)
+ Complete enrollment forms and pay $50 non-refundable application fee
+ Schedule WorkKeys test or submit your recent scores to the Adult Office
+ Take WorkKeys test, reaching all benchmarks required by your selected program (bring valid state issued ID on test day)
+ Submit and transfer credit request 60 days before the start of the class
+ Complete all prerequisites as required by the program
+ Complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Aid) if applying for financial aid
+ Have a funding plan in place to cover program cost prior to the first day of class
+ Attend information session
ACT WorkKeys Assessment | Schedule WorkKeys Test Here!
Buckeye Hills Career Center offers WorkKeys testing for individuals in Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents that can lead to earning the National Career Readiness Certificate. Sample test questions can be found at http://www.act.org/workkeys/.
WorkKeys is a skills assessment system that helps employers select, hire, train, develop, and retain a quality workforce. The assessments measure foundational and soft skills.
WorkKeys assessments measure skills that employers feel are essential to success in the workplace. Students, job seekers, and seasoned professionals can use WorkKeys to learn more about their strengths and weaknesses and gain a valid way to demonstrate their abilities to employers. Educators and employers can use it to help take the guesswork out of determining student, applicant, and employee qualifications.
Students scoring less than 3 in any area will be required to complete a minimum of 12 hours of intervention leading to an acceptable level in the lacking area prior to program start date to be considered for the program.
The Dean of Postsecondary Instruction reserves the right to permit students into a program if sufficient evidence demonstrates a strong possibility of success and if enrollment allows.
It is our goal to adequately advise, intervene, and support potential students resulting in successful completion of our various programs.
The following programs will be considered for admission without a high school diploma or a GED; however, it should be noted that Federal Aid requires a high school diploma or GED. Listed beside each program is the score we will use to determine if a person can enter without a high school diploma or GED. The skill levels are in the order of Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents.
+ CNA
+ Phlebotomy
+ Cosmetology (must have 10th grade education)
+ Welding
+ Industrial Maintenance with Hydraulics/Pneumatics
The Career Advisor and the Dean will consider student goals, past experiences, instructor input, the program of interest, and job targets for entry. The Dean reserves the right to require completion of assigned intervention and require an acceptable academic level in the lacking area prior to enrollment.
Learn more about Adult Diploma options here.
Tuition & Financial Aid
A student admitted to a career program is required to pay the agreed upon tuition for each payment period or show evidence of financial aid approval on or before the first day of class.
Tuition and fees may be paid by:
– personal check
– company check
– cash
– money order
– credit card
– company billing
For company billing, a purchase order or letter of authorization must accompany the registration form. Letters must be on company stationery and signed by an authorized company person. Customized payment plans are available by arrangement. Additional financial aid information may be obtained through the Financial Aid Office.
*Students more than 30 days delinquent in payments are subject to dismissal.
Students are responsible for completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is processed by the U.S. Department of Education, and the results are sent to the school and the student in a document known as a Student Aid Report (SAR). The school cannot determine aid without a SAR. The process for completing the FAFSA is as follows:
- Go to www.studentaid.gov to create an FSA ID (username) and password. If you are a dependent student, a parent must also create an FSA ID and password. This ID will be used to access your FAFSA account in the future so be sure to create an ID you can remember.
- Complete the FAFSA form online at www.studentaid.gov. The school code for BHCC (Gallia-Jackson-Vinton JVSD) is 014071.
- If you provided an email address, the Department of Education will send your SAR by email within 3-5 days. If you did not provide an email address, your SAR will arrive by mail within 3 weeks.
- Once the student receives the SAR, contact the Financial Aid Office to schedule a Financial Aid appointment. If there are issues with the SAR, the student must resolve those issues before any aid amount can be determined.
Financial Aid is available for qualified individuals enrolling in full-time programs of 600 clock hours or more. Students must maintain “satisfactory academic progress” in accordance with the school’s grading and attendance policies.
Federal Pell Grant – This grant is based on need and does not require repayment.
Direct Subsidized Loan – This loan is based on need. Repayment normally begins six months after the student leaves school. No interest is charged while the student is in school at least half-time and during grace and deferment periods. Maximum amount is $3,500 for both dependent and independent students. Loans for programs less than 900 hours are prorated based on the number of hours in the program.
Direct Unsubsidized Loan – This loan is not need-based. Repayment normally begins six months after the student leaves school. Borrower is responsible for interest during the life of the loan. Loans for programs less than 900 hours are prorated based on the number of hours in the program.
Parent Plus Loans – This loan is for parents of dependent students only. It is not need-based. Repayment can be postponed until six months after the student leaves school. The maximum loan amount may not exceed the total cost of attendance less any other aid to be received.
Tuition Credits for New High School Graduates – Tuition credit up to $1,000 may be granted to graduates from the Gallipolis City, Gallia County, Jackson City, Oak Hill Union, Vinton County, and Wellston City School Districts, Christian Life Academy, Ohio Valley Christian School, and Buckeye Hills Career Center GED graduates upon enrollment in an Adult Center program within 12 months of receiving their diploma. this offer is limited to one program per person.
The application fee will be waived up to 12 months for current High School graduates of any BHCC programs including BHCC satellite programs and BHCC GED graduates. This offer is limited to one registration fee per person.
*Tuition credit amounts will be pro-rated over the payment periods of the enrolled program.
$1,000 Credit – Cosmetology, Practical Nursing & Surgical Technology
$800 Credit – Power Lineman with CDL Class A Unrestricted & Telecommunications
$700 Credit – Industrial Maintenance with Hydraulics and Pneumatics & HVAC-R with Plumbing and Electrical
$600 Credit – Welding
$300 Credit – Heavy Equipment Operator
$200 Credit – Broadband Infrastructure Training & Phlebotomy
$100 Credit – Certified Nursing Assistant
Military Veteran’s Benefits – Call the US Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-888-442-4551 to determine your eligibility or visit the VA’s website at www.va.gov.
*Buckeye Hills Career Center will not impose any penalty, including the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries or other institutional facilities, or the requirement that a Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 recipient borrow funds to cover an individuals’ inability to meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement of payment by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) – Financial assistance may be available from this local agency for students with physical, mental or emotional disabilities that present a handicap to employment. Contact your local or area Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Office.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) – Financial assistance may be available from this program for students who qualify. Contact your local Job and Family Services Office for more information.
Students may officially withdrawal from their program by notifying the Adult Office or program Coordinator/Instructor. The official date of withdrawal is the last date attended. Note: Classes that meet fewer than three times will not be eligible for a refund after the class starts.
If it is necessary to withdrawal from any program, notify the Adult Office immediately. Tuition will be refunded as follows:
In accordance with federal regulations (34DFR 668.22), a student may be required to repay Federal Financial Aid funds if they withdrawal or are withdrawn before completing the pay period. See the Return to Title IV policy in the Student Consumer Handbook for more information.
For students receiving Federal Financial Aid, once the Return to Title IV calculation is completed, the following refund policy is used to calculate refunds on tuition. These refund percentages also apply to students who are self pay or have outside agencies that are paying tuition on their behalf. Non-refundable costs include registration, textbooks, CPR cards, uniforms, testing fees, and any other items or services that have already been acquired by or ordered for the student.
Adult Education Information
General Info & Student Resources
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2024-25 Calendar
View the 2024-25 District Calendar here.
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2024-25 Program Catalog
View the BHCC Adult Education 2024-25 Program Catalog here.
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2024-25 Student Handbook
View the BHCC Adult Education 2024-25 Student Handbook here.
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Accreditation
The Gallia-Jackson-Vinton JVSD is approved and operates in cooperation with the Ohio Department of Higher Education and the Career-Technical Division of the Ohio Department of Education. Buckeye Hills Career Center is currently accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.
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Adult Diploma Programs
Who qualifies for Adult Diploma Programs?
The adult diploma programs are open to Ohio residents who are 18 years of age or older.How much does this program cost?
Our adult diploma programs are 100% FREE to students!What type of diploma is earned?
Upon successful completion of program and fulfillment of all requirements, a state-issued High School Diploma is awarded.What programs can I take?
A list of current Adult Diploma Program program options can be found here.What tests must be passed?
Students are required to earn a composite score of 14 on the ACT WorkKeys in Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents as well as earn the 12 point credential associated with their program.How long is the Adult Diploma Program?
Program duration depends on the length of the credential program.What are the requirements?
Students must meet enrollment requirements for their specific credential program/class and complete the Adult Diploma application process. No minimum number of high school credits are required with the exception of cosmetology, which has a 10th grade education requirement.Students enrolling in part-time programs (less than 600 hours) must earn a minimum of 12 points on the WorkKeys Exam prior to acceptance.
For more information, please contact the Adult Education Office at 740.245.5334.
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Application Fee
A non-refundable application/registration fee will be assessed for all career programs. See individual program pages for this fee and other associated costs.
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Aspire
Aspire provides FREE services for individuals with or without a high school diploma who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in post-secondary education, training, and employment.
View information about Aspire at Buckeye Hills Career Center here.
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Background Checks
Some programs at Buckeye Hills Career Center require BCI/FBI background checks for their controlling board or clinical site experience. BCI/FBI background checks will be completed at Buckeye Hills Career Center and sent to the appropriate board or clinical site by the school. By completing the BCI/FBI background check, the student is giving Buckeye Hills Career Center permission to share results and/or send a copy to the corresponding board or clinical site. All background checks are kept in a secure location and not shared with agencies or people unrelated to the above described purpose. The decision to allow student participation rests on the clinical site and not Buckeye Hills Career Center.
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Center for Training Excellence
The Ohio Department of Higher Education has recognized the Gallia-Jackson-Vinton Joint Vocational School District as a Center for Training Excellence (CTX) which provides to all area residents, business, and industry a cost-effective, educationally sound way to train and upgrade the skills of the area’s workforce. Our Center for Training Excellence offers the latest equpment and techniques and provides training under the direction of skilled instructors.
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Community Resource Guide
This guide includes information for those seeking food pantries, clothing assistance, housing, further education, employment, and more!
To add your information to our Community Resource Guide, please contact Tammy French, social worker technician, at 740.245.5334 ext. 206 or at FrenchT@buckeyehills.net.
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Directory
Have a question? Need some help?
View the district directory here.
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Inclement Weather & Calamity Procedure
Announcements will be made as early as possible on the following media outlets:
– Nixle – Sign up here
– Facebook – Buckeye Hills Career Center page
– WSAZ-TV Channel 3 – Huntington
– WXBW-FM 101.5 Radio – Gallipolis
– WKOV-FM 96.7 Radio – Jackson
– WYPC-AM 1330 Radio – Jackson
– WCJO-FM 97.7 – Jackson
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Office Hours
August – September
Monday – Thursday | 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday | 8:00am – 4:00pmOctober – July
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Program & Course Availability
Programs and courses are dependent upon enrollment and the approval of the administration. Buckeye Hills Career Center reserves the right to cancel or postpone a course. Information is subject to change.
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Student Wellness Needs
Feeling stressed? Need somebody to talk to? Hopewell Health’s Warm Line is available 24/7 at 1-800-252-5554.
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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
When you’re struggling and in crisis and text 988, your trained counselor will listen, support, and share resources. #988Lifeline
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TechCred Training
Buckeye Hills Career Center is an Ohio TechCred Training provider.
What is TechCred?
The TechCred program provides funding for a company to train its workers. Some Ohio training providers are approved to provide TechCred training leading to certifications or credential attainment. If your company seeks to improve one or more of your employees through certified training, TechCred is for you!How do employers get started?
1. Identify skill needs and employees you want to participate
2. Partner with TechCred training provider (i.e. Buckeye Hills Career Center)
3. Apply online at https://techcred.ohio.gov/apply (There are several rounds of applications per year. If one round closes, wait for another to open.)
4. Enroll employees in the training program.
5. Upload proof of credential completion. (Reimbursement to the company only comes if the employee completes the certificate or credential.)All applications and reimbursement are the responsibility of the applicant and the Ohio Department of Development. Buckeye Hills Career Center will strive to provide approved training. If you have questions, contact Ohio TechCred at TechCred@development.ohio.gov.
Programs & Credentials Offered
Below is a list of possible short-term credentials and certificates that BHCC may be able to offer. Contact Buckeye Hills Career Center at 740.245.5334×331 to verify training and costs.
Credentials
+ EPA Section 608 Technician
+ MSSC Certified Production TechnicianCertificates
+ Allen Bradley PLC 411: Fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controllers
+ AWS Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)(TIG)
+ FANUC Handling Tool Operation and Programming
+ NCCER Core Curriculum
+ Basic Electricity
+ Basic Hydraulics
+ Basic Plumbing Concepts
+ Hydraulics & Pneumatics
+ Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)Please note: Reimbursement to the employer for credential training would require passing credential requirements. Reimbursement to the employer for certificate training would require BHCC to verify satisfactory completion based on testing. A certificate of satisfactory completion would be issued to the student.
Learn more about Ohio TechCred opportunities here.
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Tuition Payment
A student admitted to a career program is required to pay the agreed upon tuition for each payment period or show evidence of financial aid approval on or before the first day of class.
Tuition and fees may be paid by:
+ personal check
+ company check
+ cash
+ money order
+ credit card
+ company billing*For company billing, a purchase order or letter of authorization must accompany the registration form. Letters must be on company stationery and signed by an authorized company person.
Customized payment plans are available by arrangement.
Additional financial aid information may be obtained by calling the BHCC Adult Education Financial Aid Office at 740.245.5334.
*Students more than 30 days delinquent in payments are subject to dismissal.
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WorkKeys Practice Test
Take practice WorkKeys assessments, improve your computer skills, prep for career certifications, improve your soft skills, and more here!
Adult Education Information
Forms
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Record Release Form
Adult students must complete a Records Release Consent Form and pay $10 per record. No student records will be released to any student with financial holds or outstanding account balances. Buckeye Hills Career Center will work with students to allow a transcript to be sent directly to an employer. Students with a financial hold should submit a letter from the employer on employer official letterhead stating that the transcript is required for employment or advancement. The address to where the transcript is to be sent must match the employer address on the official letterhead. This request must be submitted to the Adult Education Office by mail to the following:
Buckeye Hills Career Center, Attn: Adult Education, PO Box 157, Rio Grande, OH 45674
Transcript requests from students with a financial hold are reviewed based on the criteria noted above. The transcript will be released directly to the employer. The transcript will not be released to the student.
View the Record Release form here.
Adult Education Information
Policies & Reports
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ADA Accessibility
Please contact Jared Taylor at taylorj@buckeyehills.net or 740.245.5334 to request access to or notify the Gallia-Jackson-Vinton JVSD about online information or functionality that is inaccessible. This contact is for the American Disabilities Act accessibility and is not for general information inquiries.
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Campus Security Report
View the 2023 Campus Security & Crime Report here.
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Grades & Attendance Policy
Students will receive grades throughout the academic year and a final at the end of the academic year. The student must maintain a passing grade (77%) in both areas in order to successfully complete a term.
Achievement will be evaluated according to the following scale:
A – 100-93%
B – 92-85%
C – 84-77%
F – 76-0%The maximum time frame for which a student must complete a training program is 150% of the published length of the program required for normal completion of the program. The student must have a cumulative grade average of “C” at any time during and at the end of the program to be considered “in good standing” and meet certification requirements. Attendance requirements of 90% must also be met to be considered “in good standing.”
Financial Aid Warning: Students not meeting the above SAP (satisfactory academic progress) criteria at the end of the payment period will be notified and issued a warning that they are in jeopardy of losing eligibility for financial aid. The student will be given a time period of the next payment period to achieve SAP standards. During the warning period the student will continue to receive financial aid. Students may re-establish satisfactory academic progress by meeting minimum attendance and academic requirements by the end of the warning period.
Probation: If at any time a student fails to meet any of the requirements for attendance or satisfactory academic progress, consultation with a school official will be scheduled. The student will then be placed on a financial aid warning status and attendance probation and/or academic probation for one payment period. At the end of the probationary period, the student must meet the minimum attendance and academic guidelines or the student may be dismissed from his/her program. The student will be eligible to receive Title IV funds while on a warning status for one payment period. The Financial Aid Officer will notifiy the student of his/her Financial Aid warning/suspension status as soon as information on academic progress is available. The Dean of Postsecondary Instruction will notify the student if a violation of probation will lead to dismissal.
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Grievance Procedure / Appeal
In the event a student encounters a situation perceived to be unjust, the student will discuss the situation with the instructor(s) involved. Using the problem-solving approach, the student and instructor(s) will work through the problem and reach a satisfactory agreement.
If any of the parties remain unsatisfied, the matter will be taken to the Director. All persons involved will then attempt to reach a satisfactory resolution within ten working days. The Director reserves the right to consult with the Superintendent of the school before reaching a final decision. The decision of the Director is final and binding.
When an appeal is successfully resolved, the student will be reinstated. Financial aid eligibility will be reinstated at the end of the first grading period following the notice of the dismissal provided the circumstances which caused the dismissal are corrected, and reinstatement can be done within Federal Financial Aid guidelines.
Reinstatement
When an appeal is successfully resolved, the student will be reinstated. Financial aid eligibility will be reinstated at the end of the first grading period following the notice of the dismissal, provided the circumstances which caused the dismissal are corrected, and reinstatement can be done within Federal Financial Aid guidelines.
Every effort will be made to resolve the situation at the local level. In the event a student cannot resolve a conflict or an issue, the student may contact: Council on Occupational Education (COE), 7480 Roswell Rd, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350. Phone: 770-396-3898 Fax: 770-396-3790 www.council.org
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Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Gallia-Jackson-Vinton Joint Vocational School District that educational programs and other activities be conducted in adherence to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, and the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, in assuring non-discrimination with regard to race, color, national origin, sex or disability. The District does not permit discriminatory practices and views harassment as a form of discrimination.
Complaints regarding discrimination or harassment should be brought to the attention of the Vocational Director who serves as the Title VI and Section 504 Coordinator.
A complaint may be filed with the U.S. Dept. of Education at any time. It is not necessary for a person to go through the district’s grievance procedures before filing with the U.S. Dept. of Education.
Complaints may be sent to:
U.S. Dept. of Education, Team Leader, Office of Civil Rights
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Returning Student Policy
Students are permitted to withdrawal and return to the same program one time but must complete the program within 150% maximum time frame of the published length of the program. (See Satisfactory Academic Progress in the Consumer Disclosures & Policies section of the Adult Education Student Handbook. The handbook is available here or a paper copy may be requested from the Financial Aid or Adult Education Office.)
Financial aid may not be available upon return to the program unless the student has won an appeal. (See Satisfactory Academic Progress in the Consumer Disclosures & Policies section of the Adult Education Student Handbook. The handbook is available here or a paper copy may be requested from the Financial Aid or Adult Education Office.)
Students must follow the Returning Student Process/Checklist located in the Adult Student Handbook. Students cannot attend class until the entire process has been completed and approved. The process must be completed 45 days prior to the start of class.
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Title IX
View information regarding Title IX here.
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Transfer of Hours Policy
Buckeye Hills Career Center will accept* transcripts for evaluation from students with previous training in the field of study in which they are enrolling. Requests for credit for previous learning or transfer of hours will be reviewed and approved or denied on a case-by-case basis by the appropriate Coordinator/Lead and the Dean of Postsecondary Instruction. Additional conditions for transfer will apply if other state or agency oversight is involved. A transfer of hours request must be submitted for review no later than 60 days before the start of the program.
The following information will be required to consider a transfer of credit:
+ The previous training must align directly to Buckeye Hills Career Center curriculum. Official documentation to verify the mastery or successful completion of relevant course work (i.e. transcripts, certifications, etc.) must be presented for review on assigned date. The student must have earned a grade of “C” or better. Providing the acceptable documentation is the responsibility of the student.
+ Training must have taken place in the last 2 years at an accredited school.
+ The applicant may be required to complete course exams to demonstrate competency in order to receive advanced standing or credit for a particular course. Factors such as applicable curriculum and dates of past training will be considered.
+ The applicant must meet all other admission criteria set for the program.
+ If credit is granted, the program hours and tuition will be prorated accordingly. Buckeye Hills Career Center reserves the right, on a case-by-case basis, to not extend credit.*Veterans using VA educational benefits are required by VA regulation to provide a transcript for previous related training.