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Over the past 37 years Tri-County Career Center has contributed to the success of many students. The program names and teacher faces might have changed but you are always guaranteed a solid education in the trade of your choice. We are still a great choice for a better education!
Debra Anthony
BOT/Paralegal |
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| “I never could have done it without the education that the Tri-County Adult Career Center provided me and the opportunity that the internship with Michael G. Spahr’s office enabled me. I never knew that a job could be so interesting and that I would ever want to go to work every day!” |
Name/City of Residence
Debra Anthony, Cutler, Ohio |
Program
Business Office Technology with Paralegal Specialization |
Job Title
Legal Secretary |
Employer Name
Michael Spahr, Washington County Prosecutor’s Office, Marietta, Ohio |
Her Success
Debra was employed by T.S. Trim, a manufacturing plant, in Athens, Ohio. In the spring of 2003, Debra was notified that the plant would close for good in September. This news frightened her because Debra had never been without employment. Debra’s employer invited training providers including the Tri-County Adult Career Center to the plant to discuss retraining options for employees. She picked up a Paralegal brochure from our table and thought it sounded to be an exciting and interesting career area.
Then doubt and fear overcome Debra. She remembers thinking, “Can I handle going back to school? I have been out of school for so long, can I still be a mom, a wife and keep up with the household chores?” Debra’s husband was very supportive and encouraged her to enroll.
Debra maintained a cumulative grade point average of 3.989 and mastered five Microsoft User Specialist Certifications, including a perfect score on Microsoft Excel industry credentialing during the course of the 936 hours of training.
She was placed as an intern with the Washington County Prosecutor’s office in Marietta. This experience led to a job offer and full time employment for her! Debra stated, “The staff at the Prosecutor’s office was very helpful and eager to help me learn new tasks. The skills I learned from Tri-County Adult Career Center helped me understand the legal field and my internship gave me the experience that I could use in my new career.”
Debra now plans to further her education at some point.
Good Job Debra!
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Jan Bunthoff
Information Technology Training |
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| “When the plant closed, I was forced to make a career decision. I went back to school for computer training. I chose the Adult Career Center, and I’m glad I did. Through hands-on training and professional instructors who really cared about my success, I became MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) certified and now have a great job in the medical field as an administrative assistant. My instructors even helped me with job placement. I would highly recommend the Adult Career Center to anyone looking for specialized computer training.” |
Name: Rhonda Zartman
Course Study: Nursing Assistant
“After my youngest child began school, I decided to pursue a career in health care. Attending Tri-County Adult Career Center is the reason I now have a very rewarding job in home health care. Great instruction and a hands-on internship helped prepare me for the State Test as a Nursing Assistant.”
Name: Anna Mason
Course Study: Paralegal Specialization
“I feel that I got a competitive edge through the Adult Career Center. I learned procedures for legal research, conquered legalese, learned computer skills and more. The instructors were great. I have a rewarding career in the legal profession and would recommend this program to anyone.”
Name: Kimberlee Smith
Course Study: Cosmetology
“I wanted something better—for myself and my son. So I went back to school. I selected the Adult Career Center because it gave me a choice. The classes were small and I got one-on-one, hands-on training. I am now employed full-time and have a good income with great benefits!”
Name: Beth Malone
Course Study: Information Technology Training
“I honestly believe that without my Adult Career Center training, I would be stuck at a minimum wage job! I knew nothing about Windows, e-mail or the internet. At the Adult Career Center, I got hands-on training from friendly instructors who really cared about me. I would recommend training at the Adult Career Center for anyone that wants to better their career.”
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