Tech Prep Program

Marc S. Adkins, M.Ed., coordinator

The Tech Prep Program is an educational opportunity for students to learn the highly competitive technical skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing work environment. This two-year technical and academic program begins in the junior year of high school, giving students the opportunity to earn both high school and college credit. This program prepares students for high tech careers and advanced educational opportunities through a partnership with BGSU Firelands, EHOVE Career Center, high schools in Erie, Huron and Ottawa counties, the Workforce Development Council, and business and industry.

Current Tech Prep Programs include engineering and industrial technician, health technician, computer communications network technician and interactive media technology. These programs are designed to offer students a broad-based education in their desired field through high school and college courses, preparing them to enter the world of work and/or to continue their education.

Eligible students will:

a. Be juniors at their high school;
b. Have a 2.5 grade point average;
c. Have earned a "C" or better in algebra and biology;
d. Receive their high school counselor's or principal's recommendation;
e. Have been accepted through an interview by tech prep counselors and staff;
f. Show interest in post secondary technical education.

Students interested in the Tech Prep Program should contact the Student Services office or their high school counselors.