3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Explore this exciting STEM course which provides training for a career in the Automotive Industry. Students learn in National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) accredited training facilities at Bellevue and Bothell high schools and Lake Washington Institute of Technology. Those who successfully complete these programs are well prepared to further their automotive education at post-secondary institutions, enroll in college engineering programs, or pursue a career in the automotive industry through internships or apprenticeships.

Program Location:

• Bellevue HS

• Bothell HS

• WANIC @ LWTech

High School credits earned each year:

• CTE (2.0)

• Lab Science (1.0)

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Design, build, manage, and troubleshoot corporate enterprise networks. Learn mitigation of security threats, wireless networks, and advanced troubleshooting skills with a major emphasis on hands-on learning. Each day half the class time is spent working in a state-of-the-art networking lab. 2-year program available.

Prerequisite:

• Completion of Computer Technology or instructor permission

Program Location:

• Newport HS (Bellevue)

2 Year Program Available:

• YR 1: Be prepared to take the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam.

• YR 2: Be prepared to take the Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) exam.

High School credits earned each year:

• CTE (3.0)

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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3 HS Cr / Grades 11, 12

This is a full year 3-period Skill Center class (3 high school credits). Work with industry experts who provide professional knowledge and first-hand experience. Utilize different materials and methods, fasteners and adhesives, learn to safely operate the various industry tools, and learn jobsite safety and OSHA requirements. Design and carry out hands-on skills in practices such as rigging, lifting and safely moving a load utilizing principles of mechanical advantage. Read, understand and interpret basic plan sets and engineering drawings. Apply academic concepts such as math and physics for a well-designed project, key concepts in plumbing and electrical, along with energy utilization and energy efficiencies. Learn about a variety of project management approaches. Feel prepared to find employment in the field or continue at a post-secondary institution. Qualified students may enroll in the Construction Management Program at the University of Washington upon graduation. 2-year program available.

Program Location:

• Interlake High School

High School credits earned:

• CTE (3.0)

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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3 HS Cr / College Cr available / Grades 11, 12

Culinary Arts is a comprehensive, career focused introduction to the fundamentals of culinary arts in a commercial kitchen. Students learn French cooking techniques, culinary terminology, knife skills, aesthetics of food presentation, baking and pastry techniques, and explore a wide variety of foods and cuisines. Students practice safety and sanitation procedures, restaurant management, customer relations, team and leadership skills, catering, and table service. Students participate in Industry related field trips to observe professionals and explore career possibilities. 2-year program available.

Program Location:

• Newport HS (Bellevue)

High School credits earned each year:

• CTE (3.0)

College Credit:

• Earn up to 9 credits

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Explore many dental career possibilities. In a state-of-the- art dental learning lab, learn about instruments, dental materials, four-handed dentistry, preventative, restorative and specialty procedures, patient charting, sterilization, radiography, general and oral anatomy, microbiology, terminology, First Aid/CPR, and infection control.

Program Location:

• WANIC @ LWTech

High School credits earned:

• CTE (2.0)

• Lab Science (1.0)

College Credits:

• Earn up to 6 credits

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Study professional production animation from traditional art theory and skills development to composition and storytelling in 2D animation and 3D modeling. You will be prepared for further education as well as achieve the baseline skills to succeed as an artist/illustrator/animator in the video games and film industries. 2-year program available.

Program Location:

• DigiPen

High School credits earned:

• YR 1: CTE (1.0) Fine Art (1.0) Art History (1.0)

• YR 2: CTE (2.0) AP Studio Art Drawing (1.0)

College Credits Earned:

• Digipen Credits (TBD)

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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DigiPen Information Sessions 2021: Students interested in enrolling in DigiPen classes through WANIC must attend a DigiPen Information Session. You must RSVP HERE to be sent the meeting invitation.

• Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, March 10, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, April 14, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, May 5, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, June 2, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Thursday, July 15*, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Thursday, August 5*, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Contact:

• Email: wanic@digipen.edu

• Website: academy.digipen.edu

3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Discover the exciting opportunities of music and sound design. Combine music composition, history, and theory with practical training in studio recording techniques. Apply fundamentals in computer science, mathematics, and physics to sound design principles. Learn what it takes to work within teams in real-world settings to create interactive audio for video games and engaging soundtracks for film. 2-year program available.

Program Location:

• DigiPen

High School credits earned:

• YR 1: CTE (2.0) Fine Art (1.0)

• YR 2: CTE (3.0)

College Credits:

• Digipen (TBD)

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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DigiPen Information Sessions 2021: Students interested in enrolling in DigiPen classes through WANIC must attend a DigiPen Information Session. You must RSVP HERE to be sent the meeting invitation.

• Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, March 10, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, April 14, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, May 5, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, June 2, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Thursday, July 15*, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Thursday, August 5*, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Contact:

• Email: wanic@digipen.edu

• Website: academy.digipen.edu

3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Become a maker of technology, not just a user of technology. Learn how digital games and interactive experiences are created. You can expect to have fun developing games using a game engine while learning the basics of programming in C. Integrate mathematics and design theory. Immerse yourself in the game production process and explore pathways into video game careers. 2-year program available.

Program Location:

• DigiPen

Prerequisite:

• Algebra 2 or instructor permission.

High School credits earned:

• YR 1: CTE (2.0) AP Computer Science Principles (1.0)

• YR 2: CTE (2.0) Math Analysis (1.0)

College Credit:

• Digipen (TBD)

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

Click HERE to view class program.

DigiPen Information Sessions 2021: Students interested in enrolling in DigiPen classes through WANIC must attend a DigiPen Information Session. You must RSVP HERE to be sent the meeting invitation.

• Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, March 10, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, April 14, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, May 5, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Wednesday, June 2, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Thursday, July 15*, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Thursday, August 5*, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Contact:

• Email: wanic@digipen.edu

• Website: academy.digipen.edu

3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Learn the skills necessary to pursue a career in the fire service and to be an integral part of a community emergency response team. Taught by fire-fighting professionals. You are introduced to firefighter training, fire prevention, inspection and investigation, alarm systems, dispatching, CERT, and emergency medical services. You will drill at fire stations all over the Eastside in full bunker gear to further experience all this profession has to offer. This is a realistic mix of hands-on training and academic learning that closely imitates a career in this exciting field. 2-year program available.

Program Location:

• WANIC @ LWTech

High School credits earned:

• YR 1: CTE (1.0) Lab Science (1.0) P.E. (1.0)

• YR 2: CTE (2.0) P.E. (1.0)

College Credit:

• Earn up to 25 credits

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Explore the challenging and exciting career possibilities in nursing – one of the fastest growing industries today. This intensive course of study introduces students to a variety of careers in the health care industry with emphasis on hands-on, patient-oriented skills training for those interested in becoming nurses, physicians, and other therapists. Learn about a variety of health care topics, procedures and careers in patient care, and earn certification in CPR/First Aid. Students complete clinical experience hours in healthcare facilities to meet NAC certification requirements.

Program Locations:

• Sammamish HS (Bellevue)

• WANIC @ LWTech

• Woodinville HS

High School credits earned:

• CTE (1.5) Lab Science (1.0) Health (.5)

College Credit:

• Early up to 22 credits

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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3 HS Cr / College Cr Available / Grades 11, 12

Learn the language of doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals in a state of the art facility. The course covers a wide range of topics including pediatric ambulatory care, surgical instrument prep, vital signs, treatment room procedures, CPR/First Aid, infection control, patient positioning, law and ethics, medical terminology, and office practices such as patient records, exam room, and patient prep.

Program Location:

• WANIC @ LWTech

High School credits earned:

• CTE (1.5)

• Lab Science (1.0)

• Health (.5)

College Credit:

• Early up to 28 credits

Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may available for qualifying students.

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WANIC Skill Center offers high quality tuition-free technical and professional training for high school Juniors and Seniors. These year-long, advanced-level Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are based on rigorous academic and industry standards and prepare students for career and college readiness. WANIC programs offer dual credit opportunities (both high school and college credit) and/or lead to industry certifications. Programs are designed in three period blocks allowing extended time to not only learn the theory of a subject, but to also get authentic hands-on lab experience. All classes earn Occupation Education high school credits and may offer other course equivalencies towards high school graduation requirements.

WANIC operates as a cooperative consortium of eight local school districts. Member districts are: Bellevue, Everett, Issaquah, Lake Washington, Mercer Island, Northshore, Riverview, and Snoqualmie Valley. WANIC serves as a branch campus of all area high schools providing programs that would normally not be offered in every comprehensive high school due to high operative and equipment costs or not enough student enrollment at the school. Instructor to student ratio is low in several skill center programs, allowing the Skill Center staff the time to get to know each student and address their unique learning styles.

• Students from consortium area high schools, who have not earned a high school diploma.

• Home-schooled and private school students who are registered with their local WANIC Consortium school district who have not earned a high school diploma.

• Out-of-consortium high school students may be eligible on a space available basis with a signed shared student agreement. Contact the WANIC office for more information.

In general, students are enrolled in grades 11 or 12. Exceptions to this should be reviewed with the student's counselor. WANIC's Summer Semester is available for students entering grades 9 - 12

Most classes are year-long, unless otherwise noted.

For questions about enrolling, please contact your career specialist or counselor.

Students at WANIC Skill Center can earn college credit through Pacific NW College Credit Formerly Tech Prep, a Dual Credit program. The majority of the Tech Prep agreements are with Bellevue College and Lake Washington Institute of Technology. The Pacific NW College Credit articulation agreements allow students to earn college credit if they maintain an 85% or better over the course of two semesters. The Pacific NW College Credit program provides a number of benefits to students, parents and teachers. Some of those benefits include the following:

1. Students can earn college credit for professional/technical courses taken within the high school that are managed through the articulation process.

2. Students can streamline their secondary and post-secondary education by not enrolling for coursework that repeats competencies they have already gained through high school classes.

3. Students can spend less on tuition, fees, and books.

4. Students can generally use up to 15 credits of professional/technical coursework toward their transfer degree if they choose to continue on to a four-year university. As in all cases the post-secondary institutions have the final say on acceptance of any credit .

5. Tech Prep promotes a smooth transition for students from secondary to post-secondary institutions.

6. Students can gain higher skill levels - while not spending valuable time in college retaking courses already completed in the high school.

7. The Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges reports that students who receive dual credit: (1) generally show a higher grade point average than their peers while in college, (2) are more likely to transition to their local community college, and (3) are more likely to stay in college.

All programs at the Skill center offer successful completers 1.5 Occupational Education/CTE or Elective credit per semester. Most of the programs at WANIC offer an equivalency credit option as well. All students enrolled in the program complete the work required for the equivalency credit whether they need towards graduation requirements or not. Instructors keep grades for each of the equivalencies their program offers. These credits are reported each semester to the home high school

Students must provide their own transportation. Parking options vary by the location offering the program and it is the responsibility of the student to learn if parking permits are required and available. Digipen works hard to find transportation options for all students.

None, except as noted for lab fees. Barrier Reduction funds may be available for qualifying students.

Click HERE for Barrier Reduction Funds application.

WANIC Skill Center

11605 132nd Ave. NE, #A108

Kirkland, WA 98034

T: 425-739-8400 / F: 425-739-8398 / wanic@lwsd.org

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