Ohio Options Short-Term Certificate Program

Ohio Options offers free short-term certificate programs that lead to industry-recognized credentials.

Requirements:

• Complete an Ohio Options orientation
• Qualify for the short-term certificate
• Attend pre-class session prior to the start of of the coursework
• Attend the entire course

Short-Term Certificates Offered:

State Tested Nurse Assistant (STNA)

In this 14-week course, students learn skills to perform basic patient care in long-term care facilities, hospitals, hospice centers, laboratories and home health centers. Includes clinical rotation and state certification exam.

Certification earned: Ohio State Tested Nurse Assistant

Paraprofessional (Teacher Assistant)

This 14-week course, complete with school internship, reviews the reading, writing, math and application skills necessary to become licensed to work as a paraprofessional in any Ohio school district.

Certification earned: State of Ohio Paraprofessional License

OSHA 10 and Forklift or Manufacturing

This 6- to 12-week course provides training in safe operation practices. Forklift training includes powered industrial trucks and hands-on training in warehouse conditions.  Potential careers include entry-level supply chain, warehouse distribution, manufacturing and automotive.

Certification earned: OSHA 10 and Basic Forklift Operator 

Business Basic and Intro to Entrepreneurship

This 12-week course covers computer and internet fundamentals, including Microsoft Office, along with an intro to small business ownership. Potential careers include administrative assistant, data entry clerk, business owner and more.

Certification earned: Microsoft Word Certification

Hospitality

In this 10-week course, students learn skills and best practices for careers including food service, front desk, conciegre, lodging and transportation.

Certification earned:

• ServSafe® Food Handler
• START
• Guest Service Gold®
• ServSafe Alcohol