Career & Technical Education News
Become a lifelong learner with information about career and technical education aimed at students of all ages. This section features news on skilled trades, applied sciences, modern technologies and career preparation as well as apps, staff, companies, partnerships, events, products, services and data pertaining to the vocational education industry.
Final Touch Finishing School Announces Civility Cards
Final Touch Finishing School announces their new Civility Cards in recognition of International Civility Awareness Month - May 05, 2010 - Final Touch Finishing School
Copper Fold Form Workshop for Designers, Artists and Makers
The Center for Metal Arts is holding another workshop on Copper Fold Forming for artists, designers, and metal artisans on Saturday April 17, 2010 at the metal arts studio in downstate New York. Register early, as classes fill quickly. - May 04, 2010 - Center for Metal Arts
Uri Hofi Returns for US Blacksmithing Workshop Series at the Center for Metal Arts in NY
International blacksmith educator and forging innovator Uri Hofi returns to the Center for Metal Arts June 14-25, 2010 for a rare US workshop appearance for sculptors, industrial designers, metal artists and jewelers. - May 04, 2010 - Center for Metal Arts
Most-Requested Metal Arts Class--Basic Blacksmithing Class for Newbies, Artists and Keyboard Geeks
The most-requested course at the Center for Metal Arts is a basic blacksmithing class for beginners. Combines this with dynamic young blacksmith and emerging artist Andy Dohner for a very satisfying day at the forge. - May 03, 2010 - Center for Metal Arts
New Dubstep and Hip Hop Courses at Point Blank Online
Award-winning music school Point Blank has expanded its series of online Pro Producer music programmes with two new courses aimed at producers of Hip Hop and Dubstep. - April 28, 2010 - Point Blank Music College
International Evidence Summary of ASIST - Supports Teaching “How to Prevent Suicide”
LivingWorks Education Inc. reports an independent, critical review has been completed of its best practices program, ASIST. The report was commissioned to summarize the results of more than twenty formal and informal evaluations of ASIST – from five countries: Australia, Canada, Norway, Scotland and the United States. - April 23, 2010 - LivingWorks Education Inc.
100 Million Students Puts CEV on the Map
CEV Multimedia celebrated its 100 millionth student viewership and 25 years of providing educational multimedia materials to students and educators worldwide Friday, April 16. Students at Roanoke City Schools in Roanoke, VA, became part of CEV’s 100 millionth viewership when the school... - April 23, 2010 - CEV Multimedia
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Presents Italian Language Courses for Adults in Siena
La Dolce Vita Courses in Siena, Tuscany. Italian language courses conceived for adults who wish to learn Italian language while spending a holiday in Tuscany and discovering Italian culture and food. - April 23, 2010 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Internationally Known Child Educational Psychologist to Present Workshop on How to Identify, Treat and Prevent Children’s Learning Problems in Bellevue on May 15
Jane M. Healy, Ph.D.--educational psychologist, veteran educator, acclaimed speaker, and best-selling author--is presenting a research-based workshop for teachers, parents and anyone who deals with children who are gifted, have dyslexia, ADHD, autism, or face other learning challenges at the Hilton in Bellevue, Wash., on May 15, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To register or for more information, visit http://www.thepci.org/t/jh.php?pr1 or contact The Parent Coaching Institute at (425) 401-1519. - April 23, 2010 - Parent Coaching Institute
Texas Educators Elected to State Science Association Board
The members of the Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT) have spoken. Association members have elected a slate of their peers to serve on the state board for the Science Teachers Association of Texas, commencing their leadership on June 1, 2010. The association serves as an advocate for science learning and teaching and provides teachers with state-approved professional development through their annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST). - April 22, 2010 - Science Teachers Association of Texas
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Presents the AIL Italian Language Diploma
All the information about the Italian Language Courses conceived for getting foreign students ready for the AIL Italian Language Certifications exams. - April 22, 2010 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated Announces Intensive Four-Day Teacher Training Summer Seminar on How to End Violence and Tension Among Students
Non-profit organization to hold a summer seminar training series that will teach educators how to develop positive moral character in their students and bring peace back into schools. - April 19, 2010 - Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated
Poker Icon Annie Duke to Make Atlantic City Teaching Debut May 1-3, 2010
The WSOP Academy Presents Professional Poker Player, Author, Poker Instructor & former Celebrity Apprentice Contestant, Annie Duke as she will host three-days of in-depth and hands on poker instruction. - April 16, 2010 - World Series of Poker Academy
Award-Winning Professional Real Estate Staging Expert Announces Home Staging Course Instructor Position with CSP International Training Academy
Kathleen Garvey, who is a nationally known leader in the real estate staging industry, announces together with CSP that she has been chosen as one of their top-level home staging course instructors. By teaching others how to create successful staging businesses, Garvey will help more individuals recover from the current economic challenges. - April 15, 2010 - Enhanced Interiors & Home Staging
High School Seniors Compete for Culinary Scholarship to Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Teens Test Culinary Skills During the Best Teen Chef Local Cook-Off Competition at International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. - April 15, 2010 - The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
One-stop Shopping for Parents and Caregivers of People with Autism at EnableMart.com
Caregivers of people with autism can now buy all the developmental learning products they will need from the new section of EnableMart.com tailored to suit their needs. - April 14, 2010 - EnableMart.com
Orange County Wing Chun Kung Fu School Opens
The Dragon Institute puts the Chinese martial arts system of Wing Chun Kung Fu on the map in Orange County, California. As Orange County's first facility dedicated to the art of Wing Chun Kung Fu, The Dragon Institute will teach the same martial arts system to studied by legendary martial arts actor Bruce Lee. - April 13, 2010 - The Dragon Institute
SW Missouri's First FAA-Approved Flight Training Device
Springfield Flight Simulator announces the areas first FAA-Approved Flight Training Device. This simulator will be installed the week of April 12th and will be available for a free Open House event most of the week. Special media times are available. - April 11, 2010 - Springfield Flight Simulator
ACHS Learning Vacation—Mediterranean Holistic Cuisine Summer Session in Greece—Offers Unique Combination of Expert, Hands-on Instruction and Relaxation
ACHS Mediterranean Holistic Cuisine Summer Session in Greece, June 26-July 2, 2010, is a stimulating learning vacation and provides the unique opportunity for you to learn something new while having an out-of-the-ordinary experience: an educational adventure with a vacation pace. - April 11, 2010 - American College of Healthcare Sciences
Global Art India Brings Special Summer Programmes
Here’s an opportunity for parents to discover and nurture their child’s creative potential and recognize their artistic genius. Global Art India, an international art programme for children brings its special summer course for children aged 5-15 years. The Global Art programme stimulates the artistic spirit of children, develops their creativity, and thereby helps cultivate a useful lifelong hobby. - April 11, 2010 - Sip academy india – Global Art
Drury’s Breech School of Business Administration Earns AACSB Accreditation
Drury University's Breech School of Business Administration has earned accreditation from The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Fewer than 5 percent of business schools in the world have achieved accreditation from AACSB. - April 10, 2010 - Drury University
Epic Covers All Corners of the Globe
Epic Aviation is proud to announce its Seminole Multi Engine aircraft. With this Aircraft Epic Aviation is now able to offer its newest international pilot course for 2010. - April 10, 2010 - Epic Flight Academy, Epic Aviation
Barbizon Changes Life of Ohio Teen Through Education
Barbizon of Akron Grad wins annual $100,000 Barbizon College Tuition Scholarship - April 09, 2010 - Barbizon International
Integrative Therapeutics — Committed to Research and Education in the Natural Medicine Journal
Helping further the latest natural medicine research, Integrative Therapeutics Medical Advisory Board contributes to the ongoing education of medical practitioners. - April 09, 2010 - Integrative Therapeutics
Gulf Coast School of Music, Pensacola, FL, Unique Music School, Now Has Fun Piano, Keyboard, Synthesizer & Organ Lessons Plus Guitar, Bass, Drum, Vocal Lessons for Age 8+
Gulf Coast School of Music, a unique music school in Pensacola, FL, now offers fun piano, keyboard, synthesizer and organ lessons in addition to guitar, bass, drum and vocal lessons for youth and adult music students in Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Pace, Milton. Gulf Coast School of Music’s professional musicians teach piano, keyboard, synthesizer, organ, guitar, voice, drum and bass lessons in a performance-based approach to music instruction: students learn individually and as part of a band. - April 08, 2010 - Gulf Coast School of Music
An Event from Step Up Music Vallejo: Clinic and Concert with Bass Master Kai Eckhardt Thu, Apr 29, 6:00pm-9:30pm, Vallejo
Known for his ground breaking bass work with diverse world fusion groups such as fusion guitarist John McLaughlin, Billy Cobham and Garajmahal, bassist Kai Eckhardt's career spans over three decades. As a teacher and educator Kai frequently teaches clinics world wide. Kai will showcase essential principles of music and teach their practical application. He will talk about the dos and dont's of music making, as well as about choice and restriction in playing the instrument. - April 07, 2010 - Step Up Music Vallejo
viaLanguage Adds Julie Brink as Director of Its Newly Acquired eLearning Subsidiary, viaLearning
Ms. Brink to drive the strategic growth and development of the business unit. - April 07, 2010 - viaLearning
Plante & Moran Partners with IASeminars to Offer IFRS Training Solutions
Plante & Moran, PLLC, the nation's 12th largest accounting and business advisory firm, has partnered with IASeminars, a leading global provider of training courses on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), to offer certified public accountants and other financial professionals a... - April 06, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Tattoo Learning Center Expands to the West Coast
The Tattoo Learning Center, a tattoo school based in NY has opened a new facility in San Diego, California making them the only tattoo school in the U.S. with more than one location. - April 06, 2010 - The Tattoo Learning Center
Reece Manley’s Spirit Thinking is Topic of CBS Radio’s Interview with America’s Leading Psychic Expert
Valder Beebe and IANDS Programs Offer Next Stops for Spirituality Expert and Progressive Christian Writer. - April 05, 2010 - Advocate USA LLC
iPass Launches 8 New Online English Courses
iPass, a leading online education provider, has recently formed an association with Vital English to add 8 brand new and exciting online language courses to its website. - April 04, 2010 - iPass
Parents and Children Forging Empowerment Path Together Through New Local Community Partnership Programs
Ike Consulting, L.L.C., led by Kia M. Haselrig-Oparah and Toneka R. Etienne, launched a program called Progressive Parenting Network to consciously raise awareness on natural and heaelthy child-rearing and education. - April 04, 2010 - Ike Consulting, L.L.C.
Corinna Sager Discusses Being a Film Director and Producer on New Episode of Ear on Careers Podcast Series
Top-Tier Tutoring proudly presents its latest podcast episode of “Ear on Careers,” during which Corinna Sager, founder of Lifestyle International Production Service, Inc. in Montclair, NJ, is interviewed. Listen as Sager discusses her successes and challenges of being a film producer and director, and offers wise advice to those thinking of following in her footsteps. - April 03, 2010 - Top-Tier Tutoring, LLC
Porter and Chester Institute Upgrades Website
Porter and Chester Institute (PCI) is proud to announce they have completed a significant upgrade to their corporate website. - April 03, 2010 - Porter and Chester Institute
National School Opens Bismarck Campus National School
Premier Hair Program - JZ Trend Academy, Paul Mitchell Partner School - Celebrates with Grand Opening April 6 Paul Mitchell Schools proudly announce the opening of their newest school, JZ Trend Academy, located in Bismarck, N.D. In celebration, John Paul Mitchell Systems CEO John Paul DeJoria and... - April 02, 2010 - JZ Trend Academy Paul Mitchell Partner School
Families Seeking Qualified Caregivers Have New Criteria
Caregiverlist partners with aQuire Training Solutions to certify caregivers, increasing family confidence and quality care. - April 01, 2010 - aQuire Training Solutions
TEFL Institute Launches Facebook Group Pages for Alumni
TEFL Institute is pleased to announce the creation of country specific Facebook pages for perspective students and alumni. These public networking groups are ideal for people looking to reconnect or for students to learn more about TEFL Institute. - April 01, 2010 - TEFL Institute
Career Step Launches New Medical Transcription Editor Training Program
Career Step has launched a new Medical Transcription Editor online training program designed to train students as quality medical transcriptionists as well as specialized medical transcription editors. - April 01, 2010 - Career Step
Instructor Rosemary Beam Joins Therapy in Transition as Mind and Spirit Coach
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought Rosemary Beam on board as the organization’s Mind and Spirit Coach. - March 31, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Professional Traders Raised $35,000 for The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund
Asia Charts Pte Ltd, a company formed by a group of professional traders that specialise in stocks and futures trading education, raised $35,000 for “The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund” at a Charity Seminar on 13 March 2010 at the DBS Auditorium. For the first time in... - March 31, 2010 - Asia Charts Pte Ltd
Brooks Institute Presents a Student Documentary of Chile
“Revelar Los Enlaces” features the journey of student documentarians. - March 31, 2010 - Brooks Institute
Kuk Sool Won of Menlo Park, California - Martial Artists Raise Over $7000 for Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital
http://www.menlokuksool.com - Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts and Character Development Center – Martial Arts Kids raise money for other kids at second annual Kick-A-Thon. - March 30, 2010 - Kuk Sool Won of Menlo Park
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Presents Junior Summer Camps for Teens
The Italian language School Leonardo da Vinci created Junior Summer Camps for children and teens, a multicultural experience for learning a foreign language and having fun with new friends. - March 28, 2010 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
High Flying Employability and Skills Group Apprentice Catapults to Success
An eighteen year old Apprentice from Huddersfield became a human catapult for a day to raise money for Cancer Research UK. - March 27, 2010 - Employability and Skills Group
Expert Ingrid Kincaid Joins Therapy in Transition as Spiritual Health and Wellness Coach
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought Ingrid Kincaid on board as the organization’s Spiritual Health and Wellness Coach. - March 26, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
XL Group and OneLife Merge to Form a New Global Leader in Entrepreneur and Investor Education
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor reports education as No.1 ranked recommendation to improve the entrepreneurial environment by experts in 30 countries. Merger combines the products, training and events of Roger James Hamilton and Roy McDonald, including the Wealth Dynamics entrepreneur profiling system, and the OneLife entrepreneur education centres and resorts to address this need. - March 26, 2010 - OneLife International
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Presents "Spring Italian Language Courses"
Spring is a beautiful season for learning Italian language in Italy. The Italian language School Leonardo da Vinci offers Italian Language and Culture Courses in this period. - March 26, 2010 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Toronto English School Chelsea Language Academy to Open New Program Focused on Preparing ESL Students to Enter University in Canada
With more international students now hoping to attend university in Canada, especially in Ontario, Chelsea Language Academy in Toronto is adding a new module to its Academic English program that will specifically help international students to enter and thrive at university in Canada or The United States. - March 25, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
School Music Teachers at Risk: Gaining Job Security Skills in Today’s Brutal Economy
British Conductor & Educator Stephen P Brown is leading a School Music Teacher survey and giving away a new White Paper highlighting lessons from the London Philharmonic Orchestra. - March 25, 2010 - Stone Cottage Arts Foundation
Van Auker Earns CSRM Designation
Thomas P. Van Auker of The O’Neill Group has recently received the prestigious insurance designation of Certified School Risk Manager. - March 25, 2010 - The O'Neill Group