CAREER START

Start exploring careers, gain knowledge & skills towards career goals, and earn college credits through PPSC Career Start. Many Career Start students can finish certificates and degrees through ASCENT 12+1. 

• • • Auto Collision Technology

    • Auto Service Technology

    • Criminal Justice

    • Cyber Security 

    • Diesel Power Technology

    • Early Childhood Education

    • Fire Science Technology 

    • Healthcare Exploration 

    • Health Science Technology

    • Multimedia Graphic Design

    • Radio & Television

    • Veterinary Technician

    • Welding*

    • Zoo Keeping*

(Career Start courses may not transfer to 4 year universities)

 If you are a junior or senior with a C or higher in all courses in your previous semester, good attendance, and have a passion for designing, building, repairing, rescuing, welding, or nurturing, check out the Career Start Program. To apply, contact Nicole Sides, Dean of Applied and Advanced Learning, at nicole.sides@d49.org.

Free transportation to PPSC Centennial Campus is provided 5 days/week; texts, uniforms, supplies, and course materials included. *Students provide their own transportation.

Students interested in the career paths below can take classes at Patriot High School.

• • • Construction

    • Culinary Arts

For accommodative services, please complete an online initial intake form through PPSC ACCESSibility Services, followed by a personal appointment. Call 719-502-3333. See Accommodations info sheet on this webpage.

Access the District 49 Career Start page