High School Programs
Advantages of CTE
At WCCC, students get the best of all worlds: rigorous academics, hands-on training, and the chance to stay connected to their home school. You can still participate in graduation, prom, homecoming, and athletics while preparing for your future in one of 20 career fields.
WCCC provides the support you need to succeed, including services for students with IEPs or 504 plans. Since we’re a public school, there’s no tuition, only small fees for supplies and uniforms.
Students learn in state-of-the-art labs using real-world tools, while also taking advantage of college-level courses like College Credit Plus, Honors, and AP. Each year, students earn industry certifications, college credits, and scholarships that open doors after graduation. With more than 50% of WCCC graduates going on to college, our programs are not a limitation, they’re a launchpad for college, career, and lifelong success.
Early College Nursing
New for the 2026-2027 school year, Warren County Career Center is proud to partner with Miami University and launch our Early College Nursing Program. This two-year program requires students to take their academic classes through CCP and accelerates them into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program at Miami University. This program is designed to give students a baseline foundation of skills they'll need in their college program, in addition to prepare them for the rigor of a college nursing program.
Automotive Technology
The Automotive Technology Program provides you with a comprehensive education in various automotive repair and maintenance areas. Throughout this program, you'll have the opportunity to dive deep into different aspects of automotive repair and maintenance. You will learn the ins and outs of brake repair, hone your skills in motor tune-ups, and tackle major repairs such as front-end alignment, engine testing, transmission repair, and engine overhaul.
Construction Trades
The Construction Trades Program, formerly known as Carpentry, delivers the fundamentals needed for all areas of residential and commercial construction. Students develop proficiency in safety, tool use, material selection, ordering and construction techniques.
Cosmetology
The Cosmetology Program provides a wide variety of skills including cutting, styling, permanent waving and coloring hair. Students explore additional aspects of cosmetology including manicures, pedicures, facials and makeup application. To prepare students to take the state board-certified cosmetologist test, they study human anatomy and physiology. Students enrolled in cosmetology gain hands-on experience working on real-life people in the newly renovated WCCC salon and are trained on Pivot Point International™ content.
Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice Program introduces students to matters of cybersecurity, forensic science and other functions that they will need to perform general criminal justice tasks. Students learn basic self-defense tactics and participate in regular fitness training a few times a week.
Culinary Arts
The Culinary Arts Program prepares students for careers in the culinary field or additional post-secondary culinary training. Students explore restaurant management, skills pertaining to the front and the back of the house as well as foundational culinary technique, menu planning and purchasing.
Cyber Technology
The Cyber Technology Program provides student with the skills they need for a career in information technology, security, sales, network security, and more. Students explore a combination of web-based, instructor-led learning and hands-on labs. All Information Technology students will have the opportunity to job shadow during their training.
Dental Assisting
The Dental Assisting Program teaches students to work with patients and a team of other health professionals to deliver quality dental care. Students learn general dental assisting skills, including patient interaction, preparing dental restorative materials, identifying and using dental instruments as well as dental terminology.
Digital Media Arts
The Digital Media Arts Program provides experience with film editing, planning and producing of documentaries as well as the exploration of digital photography, web page design and publishing. Students practice photo shoot production, effective lighting technique, audio and broadcasting theory. Additionally, students gain hands-on experience working on and leading projects for our district and community partners.
Early Childhood Education
Electrical Trades
Engineering and Robotics
Fire Science and EMT
The Early Childhood Education Program provides valuable insight into the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of children. Students explore current issues as well as theories and techniques in the care and education of infants, toddlers, preschool and primary school children including the special-needs population. WCCC operates a state-licensed preschool, which offers each student the benefit of observations, enrichment opportunities and professional growth.
The Electrical Trades Program teaches the many different phases of residential and industrial electricity, including but not limited to troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance. Students learn circuit layout, assembly, installation, and the testing of DC and AC circuits in homes and industry. They will also acquire knowledge of electronic devices, motors, generators, control systems, and home appliances.
The Engineering and Robotics Program teaches students industrial, electrical and mechanical theory, programmable logic controls, fluid power, robotic programming and CNC Programming disciplines. Its students learn troubleshooting and maintenance of complex automation equipment and components used in energy processing, consumer product production, and the construction of high-tech machinery and durable goods.
Students are immersed with cutting-edge, Fanuc, Motoman, and other industry-standard equipment on a daily basis in the WCCC’s RAMTEC lab.
The Fire Science and EMT Program prepares students for a career in a spectrum of possible public safety jobs. Students learn the necessary education, training, and skill development needed for entry level emergency services positions.
Graphic Arts, Imaging, and Advertising Design
Heavy Equipment & Site Construction
HVAC
Pre-Nursing
The Graphic Arts Program introduces students to drawing, illustration, and graphic design principles and production methodologies. Students explore print production, digital output, bindery operations, website design, computer animation, digital photography, video production and editing, and PDF workflow. Additionally, students gain hands-on experience working on real-life projects for district and community partners using the lab’s wide-format printer and screen printing equipment.
The Heavy Equipment & Site Construction Program introduces students to all aspects of preparing a site for building. Students learn to read blueprints, survey and stake out projects, grade the land, as well as install sanitary sewers, storm sewers and water lines. Additionally they are trained to cut sub-grade surfaces for roads and curbs, install electric crossovers and finish by grading construction projects.
The Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning program prepares students for a career in domestic and institutional environmental controls. Students learn how to service of refrigeration systems, controls, mechanical components and general heating systems as well as diagnose and problem solve in residential, industrial and commercial situations. Students learn engineering principles and how to design and deploy HVAC & R systems.
The Pre-Nursing Program prepares students for an abundance of healthcare related career opportunities. Students explore a wide variety of content including essential medical terminology, practices and ethics. Students have the opportunity to participate in internships, clinics, shadowing and other off-campus activities related to their lab to enhance their learning experience.
Sports and Exercise Science
Surgical Technology
Veterinary Science
Welding
The Sports and Exercise Science Program provides a strong foundation in health, nutrition and wellness theory, injury prevention, and rehabilitation techniques. Students explore what it takes to work with and motivate others in a exercise science capacity and will plan and facilitate customized exercise programming. Students participate in job shadowing and internship opportunities at area health and sports facilities.
The Surgical Technology Program introduces students to allied health fundamentals, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology with a focus on surgical support and safety standards. Students learn strategies to remain calm and think quickly during life-threatening emergencies, anticipate the needs of the patient and the surgeon, and account for tools and instruments during surgical procedures.
The Veterinary Science Program prepares students to assist practicing veterinarians with treatment procedures by teaching essential veterinary animal care theory and protocols. Students prepare facilities and equipment for small animal surgery, administer nutritional diets for common small domesticated animals, maintain and interpret animal health records, perform laboratory tests on small animals, and assist with veterinary office and hospital administration duties.
The Welding Program develops a variety welding methods like MIG, TIG and Oxyfuel. During their time at the WCCC, students learn design, layout, and fabrication principles using different metals and a wide variety of welding methods. They are immersed in blueprint reading, welding symbols and other practical welding applications.