Adult Evening Classes
Venango Technology Center Evening School Class Descriptions
Basic Machine Certification
This three-part class helps to prepare students with knowledge in safety, print reading, measurement, basic milling machine operations and basic lathe operations. All three modules must be taken to obtain certification.
Prerequisite: Module 1 is a prerequisite for both Module 2 and Module 3.
Module 1: Introduction to Shop Safety, Print Reading and Measurement (20 Hours)
Module 2: Basic Milling Machine Operations (20 Hours)
Module 3: Basic Lathe Operations (20 Hours)
Emergency Medical Responder
Based on the national education standards for EMR, as approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, this program trains initial responders in providing emergency medical care prior to hospital arrival. Successful program completers are eligible to take National Registry certification exams for Emergency Medical Responder. Skills taught are medical & trauma emergencies, pediatric and geriatric emergencies, behavior and substance emergencies, airway management (CPR and oxygen), patient assessment, medical terminology and ethics, as well as transportation operations and vehicle extrication. The student must be 16 years of age, meet all requirements for the Functional Job Description of EMR and complete FEMA independent study courses for NIMS IS-100 and NIMS IS-700.
(50 to 100 Hours)
Emergency Medical Technician
Based on the national education standards for EMT, as approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, this program trains initial responders in providing emergency medical care prior to hospital arrival. Successful program completers are eligible to take National Registry certification exams for Emergency Medical Technician. Skills taught are medical & trauma emergencies, pediatric and geriatric emergencies, behavior and substance emergencies, airway management (CPR and oxygen), patient assessment, medical terminology and ethics, as well as transportation operations and vehicle extrication. The student must be 16 years of age, meet all requirements for the Functional Job Description of EMT and complete FEMA independent study courses for NIMS IS-100 and NIMS IS-700.
(180-hour hybrid program with 80 hours of in person, hands on training and 100 hours of required online self-study learning)
Forklift Safety Training
This course provides three hours of classroom training and three hours of hands-on training. Upon satisfactory completion of testing, certificate will be issued from Venango Technology Center.
(6 Hours)
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
This is a great introductory course to prepare for Practical Nursing or other medical education courses. Learn the fundamental study skills to be successful in the medical field. Study the structure and function of the human body, exploring how different systems interact together to maintain health.
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
(48 Hours)
Introduction to Industrial Maintenance
This is a basic electrical course. It covers topics such as electric fundamentals, safety, tools, electrical specifications and codes, wiring methods, service and distribution, grounding, transformers, motors and motor controls, and maintenance and troubleshooting.
(36 Hours)
Introduction to Industrial Welding
This class addresses basic shielded metal arc welding (stick welding) with 1/8" in flat, horizontal and vertical up positions.
***Safety glasses and long-sleeved cotton shirt are required.***
(36 Hours)
Medical Terminology
This class is for students interested in a career in the medical field to learn the necessary terms for work in a medical office, insurance office or associated health groups. Hands-on training in labeling diagrams, pronouncing terms, and using the specific language of healthcare.
(18 Hours)
PA Auto Vehicle Safety Inspection
This course provides the required twelve hours of classroom training in addition to baseline testing for certification in one category. Additional special categories, as well as the enhanced vehicle safety inspection category, may be added for a supplementary fee and require an additional exam. The student must be 18 years of age and hold a valid PA driver’s license.
(12 Hours)
Venango Technology Center is actively seeking instructors for Adult Evening School! We are looking for individuals with skills or trade experience that they are willing to share. Those who have teachable hobbies, such as photography, art, or home improvement, are also encouraged to apply. Do you have an idea for a class? Let's talk! Use your experience and knowledge to help others and give back to the community and industry you love while earning a competitive hourly wage.
To learn more or to apply, please contact Jennifer Riley, Adult Education Coordinator, at
814-677-3097 ext. 1310 or email her at jriley@vtc1.org. Thank you!