Helpful Skills

• Ability to work as a team member
• Basic math skills
• Computer skills
• Good physical condition
• Good problem-solving skills
• Strong reading and written communication skills
• Technical writing

(Note: Students with asthma or environmental sensitivities may need to consider an alternate cluster)

Certifications
May vary by technical campus. Contact the campus you plan on attending for more information.

Examples include:

• Certificates from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) in Core Safety and Carpentry Level I and II
• Esco Institute Competency Certification for HVACR
• Electrical, Masonry and Plumbing apprenticeships

Credit
Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn high school elective and/or academic credit. College credit also is available through articulation and/or direct college credit. Some colleges that accept technical campus credit include:

• Ferris State University
• Oakland Community College
  

Contact a technical campus counselor for more information on high school and/or college credit.

Student Organizations
You can participate in regional, state and national competitions for SkillsUSA.