2017-2018 Certification Handbook...Information Technology a. Comp TIA A+ b. Comp TIA Network + c. Comp TIA Security+ d. MOS 70-740 – Server 2016 9. Law Enforcement a. Certified Protection

2017-2018

Certification Handbook

Pearland Independent School District

1928 North Main Street

Pearland, Texas 77581

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Table of Contents

Career and Technical Education Mission, Vision, and Motto ............................................................................... 4

Contact List ................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Nondiscrimination Notice ......................................................................................................................................... 6

Introduction to Certifications ................................................................................................................................... 7

Certifications by Programs/Pathways ..................................................................................................................... 8

Adobe Animate .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Adobe Photoshop .................................................................................................................................................... 10

Adobe Premiere Pro ................................................................................................................................................ 11

AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR (Practicum Students)............................................................................ 12

AHA Heartsaver CPR-(Clinical Rotation Students) .............................................................................................. 13

ASE Student Certification ....................................................................................................................................... 14

A*S*K Certification .................................................................................................................................................. 15

Autodesk Certified User.......................................................................................................................................... 16

Autodesk Revit Architecture Certified Associate ................................................................................................ 17

AYES Student Certification .................................................................................................................................... 18

Canine Care and Training ....................................................................................................................................... 19

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) ........................................................................................................ 20

Certified Dental Assistant ....................................................................................................................................... 21

Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) ........................................................................................ 22

Certified Pharmacy Technician .............................................................................................................................. 23

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) ................................................................................................................ 24

Certified Protection Officer (COP) ......................................................................................................................... 25

CompTIA A+ Certification ....................................................................................................................................... 26

CompTIA Network+ Certification ........................................................................................................................... 27

CompTIA Security+ Certification ........................................................................................................................... 28

Cosmetology License ............................................................................................................................................. 29

Emergency Care Attendant .................................................................................................................................... 30

Emergency Medical Technician ............................................................................................................................. 31

EPA Section 608 Certification ................................................................................................................................ 32

Interior Design Fundamentals ................................................................................................................................ 33

Intuit Quickbooks .................................................................................................................................................... 34

Medical Coding Associate ...................................................................................................................................... 35

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) .......................................................................................................................... 36

MOS Server 2016 ..................................................................................................................................................... 37

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National Incident Management System (NIMS) .................................................................................................... 38

NCCER Construction Core Certification ............................................................................................................... 39

NCCER Construction Technology Certification ................................................................................................... 40

NCCER Electrical Certification ............................................................................................................................... 41

NCCER Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Certification ............................................................................ 42

NCCER Welding Certification ................................................................................................................................. 43

Office Proficiency Assessment & Certification (OPAC) ...................................................................................... 44

Personal and Family Finance ................................................................................................................................. 45

Pro-Cut Brake Lathe ................................................................................................................................................ 46

ServSafe© Food Handler ........................................................................................................................................ 47

ServSafe© Management Certification ................................................................................................................... 48

ServSafe - ProStart© Certification ......................................................................................................................... 49

SP2 Automotive ....................................................................................................................................................... 50

SP2 Construction .................................................................................................................................................... 51

SP2 Culinary ............................................................................................................................................................ 52

SP2 Welding ............................................................................................................................................................. 53

Sterile Product (IV) .................................................................................................................................................. 54

Texas Beef Quality Assurance ............................................................................................................................... 55

Texas State Floral Certification .............................................................................................................................. 56

Universal R-410A ..................................................................................................................................................... 57

Veterinary Assistant ................................................................................................................................................ 58

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Career and Technical Education Mission, Vision, and Motto

Mission

It is the mission of the Career and Technical Education

Department of the Pearland Independent School District

to empower and challenge students to be successful

leaders and productive citizens in a globally competitive

workforce.

Vision

It is the vision of the Career and Technical Education

Department of Pearland Independent School District to

empower students to achieve academic and technical

expertise.

Motto

Empower/ Challenge/ Achieve

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Contact List

Cluster Directors

Career Cluster

Email Contact

Dr. Toby Nix-Director

-Agriculture and Transportation

[email protected]

Rhonda Knight-Coordinator

-Architecture, Human Services, and Culinary and Hospitality,

[email protected]

Craig Grazioli-Specialist

- Business, Marketing and Finance, Health Sciences, Law Enforcement and Oil and Gas

[email protected]

Jaime Louviere-Specialist

- Fashion Design, IT, Arts/AV, and STEM

[email protected]

Lisa Yost- Office Administrative Assistant

Purchasing Reservations

[email protected]

Charla Phillips-Office Clerk

Office Assignments

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]




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Nondiscrimination Notice

Pearland ISD offers career and technical education (CTE) programs in the following career areas:

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, A/V Technology, and

Communication; Business, Management, and Administration; Finance; Health Science; Hospitality and

Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security;

Manufacturing; Marketing, Sales, and Services; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics;

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics. Admission to these programs is based on interest, aptitude,

class space availability, and the CTE Enrollment Guidelines (local policy).

It is the policy of Pearland ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or

handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of

1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

Act of 1973, as amended.

Pearland ISD will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to

admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.

For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Cary Partin,

at 1928 N. Main, Pearland, TX, 77581, 281-485-3203 and/or the Section 504 Coordinator, Pam Wilson, at

1928 N. Main, Pearland, TX 77581, 281-485-3203.

Pearland ISD ofrece programas vocacionales en Agricultura, Alimentos y Recursos Naturales;

Arquitectura y Construcción, Artes, Tecnología A/V (audio/visual) y Comunicación; Negocios; Gestión y

Administración de Empresas; Finanzas; Ciencia de la Salud, Hotelería y Turismo, Servicios Humanos;

Tecnología de la Información, Derecho, Seguridad Pública, Correcciones y Seguridad; Manufactura;

Mercadotécnica, Ventas y Servicios; Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas; Transporte,

Distribución y Logística. La admisión a estos programas se basa en el interés y aptitud del estudiante,

espacio disponible en la clase, y las normas en la guía de matriculación del programa de CTE

(educación profesional y técnica).

Es un reglamento de Pearland ISD no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o

impedimento físico, en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales, tal como lo requieren el

Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Reformas

Educativas, de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Pearland ISD tomará las medidas necesarias para asegurar que la falta de habilidad en el uso del inglés

no sea un obstáculo para la admisión y participación en todos los programas educativos y vocacionales.

Para más información sobre sus derechos o procedimientos para quejas, favor de comunicarse con: el

Coordinador del Título IX, Cary Partin, y/o a la Coordinadora de la Sección 504, Pam Wilson, a la dirección

1928 N. Main, Pearland, TX, 77581, o al número telefónico 281-485-3203.

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Introduction to Certifications

The Industry Certification Guide has been prepared by the Career and Technical Education

(CTE) staff of the Pearland ISD (PISD) as a resource for educators, industry partners, and

parents.

Earning an industry certification has many benefits. It gives students a sense of accomplishment,

a highly valued professional credential, and helps students become more employable with

higher starting salaries. Valid reliable certifications are also evidence of technical skill attainment.

Industry certifications, therefore, are an important component of a CTE program of study.

Certification opportunities are one avenue through which CTE fulfills its goals under the state

law: Section §29.181 Texas Education Code, Each public school student shall master the

basic skills and knowledge necessary for: (1) managing the dual roles of family member and

wage earner; and (2) gaining entry-level employment in a high-skill, high-wage job or continuing

the student’s education at the postsecondary level.

PISD does not endorse or recommend any particular certificate or license, but provides as

many resources as possible to enhance students’ professional growth and development. The

CTE department will continuously consult with local business and industry partners to determine

which certifications or licensures would be most valued by local employers. In some instances,

certain certifications may be best accomplished in partnership with postsecondary programs.

Certifications are presented in alphabetical order in the guidebook. The crosswalk

document categorizes certifications to one or more of the 16 national career clusters. The

framework for the guide is based on a renewed vision for CTE programs for the 21st century.

The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 envisions that all students

will achieve challenging academic and technical standards and be prepared for high-skill,

high-wage, or high-demand occupations in current or emerging professions.

School districts are required to report the extent of technical skill attainment in their annual

Perkins application/evaluation. Students earning industry recognized certifications and

licensures is one way to determine the extent of technical skill attainment in Texas.

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Certifications by Programs/Pathways

1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources a. Canine Care and Training b. NCCER Welding I and II c. SP2 Welding d. Texas Beef Quality Assurance e. Texas State Floral f. Veterinary Assistant

2. Architecture and Construction a. EPA Section 608 b. NCCER Construction Core c. NCCER Construction

Technology d. NCCER Electrical e. NCCER HVAC f. SP2 Construction g. Universal R-410A

3. Arts, A/V Technology and Communication / Fashion

a. AAFCS – Pre Professional Interior Design Fundamentals

b. Adobe Animate c. Adobe Photoshop d. Adobe Premiere Pr0

4. Business, Marketing & Finance a. AAFCS – Personal and Family

Finance b. A*S*K* - Assessment of Skills

and Knowledge for Business c. Intuit - Quick Books d. Microsoft Office Specialist e. OPAC – Office Proficiency

Assessment & Certification 5. Health Science

a. AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR

b. AHA Heartsaver CPR c. CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical

Assistant

d. CPCT/A – Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant

e. CPT – Certified Phlebotomy Technician

f. Certified Pharmacy Technician g. Emergency Care Attendant h. Emergency Medical Technician i. Medical Coding Associate j. NIMS - National Incident

Management System k. Certified Dental Assistant l. Sterile Product (IV)

6. Human Services a. AAFCS – Personal and Family

Finance b. Cosmetology License

7. Hospitality / Tourism / Nutrition a. ServSafe ProStart b. ServSafe Food Handler c. ServSafe Management d. SP2 Culinary

8. Information Technology a. Comp TIA A+ b. Comp TIA Network + c. Comp TIA Security+ d. MOS 70-740 – Server 2016

9. Law Enforcement a. Certified Protection Officer

10. STEM – Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

a. Autodesk Certified User b. Autodesk Revit Architecture

Certified Associate 11. Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

(Automotive Technology) a. ASE b. AYES c. Pro-Cut Brake Lathe d. SP2 Automotive

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Adobe Animate

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Adobe Animate CC is the premiere application for creating expressive animation and

interactive content. Enabling publication to multiple platforms, including Flash Player

and AIR, Apple iOS, Google Android, Windows, and OS X desktop, HTML5 Canvas,

WebGL, or even custom platforms like Animated SVG, and reach viewers on virtually

any desktop or mobile device.

REGULATORY ENTITY Adobe

345 Park Avenue

San Jose, CA 95110-6000

http://www.adobe.com/training/certification.html

Certiport, Inc.

1276 South 820 East, Suite 200

American Fork, UT 84003 USA

888-999-9830

http://www.certiport.com/Portal/desktopdefault.aspx?tabid=1&roleid=101

EXAM DETAILS

Exams will be taken in the Pearson Lab at Turner High School with an online delivery.

STUDENT TRAINING • Setting Project Requirements • Identifying Interactive Media Design Elements • Understanding Adobe Flash Professional Interface • Building Interactive Media Elements by Using Flash Professional • Evaluating Interactive Media Elements by Using Flash Professional

EXAM FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half

of the exam fee in order to sit for the exam. Pearland CTE will pay for the other half on

the initial and second testing opportunity.

EXAM FEE(S) $ 45.00 - This includes a test and retake opportunity if needed.

The exam fees are approximate and may fluctuate in price.



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Adobe Photoshop

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The Adobe Flash CS6 ACE Exam tests your knowledge of deploying Flash content to the

Web and desktop including measuring your understanding of ActionScript 3.0

programming fundamentals. The Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop exam

validates entry-level skills in communication corresponding to Photoshop software.


345 Park Avenue

San Jose, CA 95110-6000


Certiport, Inc.



888-999-9830


EXAM DETAILS Exams will be taken in the Pearson Lab at Turner High School with an online delivery.

STUDENT TRAINING Setting Project Requirements

Identifying Design Elements When Preparing Images

Understanding Adobe Photoshop®

Manipulating Images by Using Adobe Photoshop

Publishing Digital Images by Using Adobe Photoshop

EXAM FEE POLICY

It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half






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Adobe Premiere Pro

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The ACA certification validates basic, entry-level skills in digital communication,

creation, and design using Adobe tools. The Interactive Media Using Adobe Flash

Professional exam validates entry-level skills in rich media design corresponding to

Adobe Premiere Pro.


345 Park Avenue

San Jose, CA 95110-6000


Certiport, Inc.



888-999-9830


EXAM DETAILS Exams will be taken in the Pearson Lab at Turner High School with an online delivery.

STUDENT TRAINING Setting Project Requirements

Identifying Design Elements When Preparing Video

Understanding the Adobe Premiere Pro Interface

Editing Video Sequences with Adobe Premiere Pro

Exporting Video with Adobe Premiere Pro








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AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR (Practicum Students)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The American Heart Association instructor certification provides for the training and

education of health care personnel in emergency cardiovascular care and the prevention

of stroke and heart disease.

REGULATORY ENTITY American Heart Association (AHA) National Center

7272 Greenville Avenue

Dallas, Texas 75231

http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml? identifier=3022037#provider

AHA: 1-800-AHA-USA-1 or 1-800-242-8721

AHA Instructor Network

1-800 AHA-USA-1 (1-800-242-8721)

EXAM DETAILS Each student is required to complete a written exam with a score of 80% or higher.

Remediation is offered (if time allows) and a retest for those students scoring less than

80%. Should a student participate in remediation and fail the retest, they must take the

course again.

Each student is required to complete skills evaluation resulting in a pass/fail rating.

Remediation is offered (if time allows) and a retest for those students who receive a Fail

rating. Should a student participate in remediation and fail the retest, they must take

the course again.

STUDENT TRAINING The BLS Instructor-led course teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support

skills for application in both prehospital and in-facility environments, with a focus on

High-Quality CPR and team dynamics. This is achieved by lecture/didactic and skills

(hands-on) training.



the initial testing opportunity. If a second attempt is required to pass the student is

responsible for the entire fee.

EXAM FEE(S) $0

http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3022037&provider


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AHA Heartsaver CPR-(Clinical Rotation Students)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The American Heart Association instructor certification provides for the training and

education of health care personnel in emergency cardiovascular care and the prevention

of stroke and heart disease. This course teaches skills with the AHA’s research-proven

practice-while-watching technique, which allows instructors to observe the students,

provide feedback, and guide the students’ learning of skills.

REGULATORY ENTITY American Heart Association (AHA) National Center

7272 Greenville Avenue

Dallas, Texas 75231

http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml? identifier=3022037#provider

AHA: 1-800-AHA-USA-1 or 1-800-242-8721

AHA Instructor Network

1-800 AHA-USA-1 (1-800-242-8721)

EXAM DETAILS There is not an exam for this certification however the student must complete the

course.

Upon completion of this course, students receive an AHA Heartsaver CPR AED course

completion card that is valid for 2 years.

During the course, an AHA Instructor conducts video-based lessons and works with

students to complete their CPR and AED skills practice and testing. STUDENT TRAINING Describe how high-quality CPR improves survival. Explain the concepts of the Chain of

Survival. Recognize when someone needs CPR. Perform high-quality CPR for an adult.

Describe how to perform CPR with help from others.

Give effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups.

Demonstrate how to use an AED on an adult. Perform high-quality CPR for a child.*

Demonstrate how to use an AED on a child.*

Perform high-quality CPR for an infant.* Describe when and how to help a choking adult

or child. Demonstrate how to help a choking infant*

*Child and infant modules are optional. EXAM FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half




EXAM FEE(S) $0



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ASE Student Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION ASE Student Certification is the first step in building a career as a service professional in

the automotive industry. Marking the completion of career-entry studies in automotive

technology, collision repair and refinishing, or medium/heavy-duty trucks, these tests

can provide the student with their first industry certification through the National

Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.

REGULATORY ENTITY Automotive Service Excellence

101 Blue Seal Drive, S.E, Suite 101

Leesburg, VA 20175

Phone: 703-669-6600

Toll-Free Information Line: 1-800-3906789 http://www.asecert.org/

EXAM DETAILS The Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES), the National Automotive

Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and SkillsUSA have partnered to offer the

ASE Student Certification tests for use by schools to evaluate students nearing

completion of their automotive studies. The tests are developed and delivered by the

National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

STUDENT TRAINING Suspension and Steering

Brakes

Electrical

Engine Performance

Maintenance and Light Repair

Air Conditioning

EXAM FEE POLICY





EXAM FEE(S)

A single $30 fee per student, per academic year, allows the student to take any or all

tests in a test series twice each year – once in the Fall and once in the Spring. Fall tests

can be designated as a pretest for pre- and post-test score reporting.


http://www.asecert.org/

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A*S*K Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Assessment of Skills and Knowledge for Business

A*S*K Institute provides objective, third-party documentation of learning achievement

through A*S*K Business Certificates. Based on industry-validated skills and requisite

knowledge, the certifications offer added value to completion of course work and other

learning experiences.

REGULATORY ENTITY A*S*K Business Institute

PO Box 12279

Columbus, OH 43212

Phone: 614-486-6708 x 220

Fax: 614-486-1819

www.askinstitute.org

STUDENT TRAINING

Although A*S*K exams are typically administered to secondary and postsecondary

students completing their programs, the tests (which are not grade-level specific) are

appropriate for all students of business—high school students, college students, and

even early-career professionals. In essence, A*S*K certification exams are critical tools

for all serious students of business administration who wish to document their

understanding of key business skills, their willingness to be accountable for their

learning, and their interest in positioning for employment and promotion.

The following link allows the student to prepare for the registration and recognition.

http://www.askinstitute.org/images/PDFs/student%20instructions%20recognition.

pdf

EXAM DETAILS

A*S*K Business Institute presently offers four certification exams:

Fundamental Business Concepts

Fundamental Marketing Concepts

Concepts of Finance

Concepts of Entrepreneurship and Management





EXAM FEE

The fee for the exam is $45.00 in total. This will include one pre-test and one

certification test.


http://www.askinstitute.org/

http://www.askinstitute.org/images/PDFs/student%20instructions%20recognition.pdf

http://www.askinstitute.org/images/PDFs/student%20instructions%20recognition.pdf

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Autodesk Certified User

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Career and technical education programs across the United States equip students with

marketable 2D and 3D design skills by teaching them to use state-of-the-art Autodesk®

design software. Autodesk Certified User certification confirms students have the skills

necessary to continue their design careers - whether they attend college, enter the

workforce or work toward additional levels of industry certification after graduation.

REGULATORY ENTITY Certiport, Inc.



888-999-9830


EXAM DETAILS The Autodesk Inventor® Certified User Exam includes multiple-choice and performance-

based questions. Following are some examples of software aspects covered in the

exam:

Navigating the user interface and managing files

Creating, modifying, formatting, and sharing 2D sketches

Creating parts

Creating, viewing, and animating assemblies

Creating presentations and drawings

Creating and modifying sheet metal parts

STUDENT TRAINING Before you take the Certified User exam, we recommend that you complete a 3D design

course at a secondary institution and get 50 hours of hands-on experience with

Autodesk Inventor®





EXAM FEE(S) $73.50



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Autodesk Revit Architecture Certified Associate

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Career and technical education programs across the United States equip students with

marketable 2D and 3D design skills by teaching them to use state-of-the-art Autodesk®

design software. Autodesk Certified User certification confirms students have the skills

necessary to continue their design careers - whether they attend college, enter the

workforce or work toward additional levels of industry certification after graduation.

Revit is a single software application that supports a BIM workflow from concept to

construction. Use Revit to model designs with precision, optimize performance, and

collaborate more effectively.

REGULATORY ENTITY Certiport, Inc.



888-999-9830


EXAM DETAILS The Autodesk Revit® Architecture Certified User Exam includes multiple-choice and

performance-based questions. Following are some examples of software aspects

covered in the exam:

Navigating the user interface and managing files

Working with views, including creating camera views

Creating levels, walls, doors, and windows

Handling components, columns, and grids

Creating stairs, railings, roofs, and floors

Sketching, annotating, and scheduling

STUDENT TRAINING Use BIM tools for intelligent 3D model-based design

Create coordinated models and documentation

Includes features for architecture, MEP, and structural engineering

Before you take the Certified User exam, we recommend that you complete a 3D design

course at a secondary institution and get 50 hours of hands-on experience with

Autodesk Revit® Architecture





EXAM FEE(S)

http://www.autodesk.com/solutions/bim


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AYES Student Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION AYES is building the bridge between the bright, technically-oriented young people who

are exploring career options, and the needs of automotive dealers who urgently need

talented service technicians.

REGULATORY ENTITY Automotive Service Excellence

101 Blue Seal Drive, S.E, Suite 101

Leesburg, VA 20175

Phone: 703-669-6600

Toll-Free Information Line: 1-800-3906789 http://www.asecert.org/

EXAM DETAILS Engine Performance is an individual service area that involves the components of

ignition system, fuel system, exhaust system, and emission control system.

STUDENT TRAINING ASE Student Certification can be thought of as the first step in building a career as a

service professional in the automotive industry. Whether marking the completion of

career-entry studies in automotive technology, collision repair and refinishing, or

medium/heavy-duty trucks, these tests can provide the student with their first industry-

recognized certification through the National Institute for Automotive Service

Excellence.

EXAM FEE POLICY





EXAM FEE(S)

A single $30 fee per student, per academic year, allows the student to take any or all

tests in a test series twice each year – once in the Fall and once in the Spring. Fall tests

can be designated as a pretest for pre- and post-test score reporting.


http://www.asecert.org/

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Canine Care and Training

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The Canine Care and Training Program (CCTP) is an exciting program developed by

Continental Kennel Club for the purpose of teaching students about the proper

treatment, handling, and training of dogs in a classroom setting.

REGULATORY ENTITY Continental Kennel Club, Inc.

PO Box 1628 | Walker, LA 70785

800.952.3376 | [email protected] www.ckcusa.com

EXAM DETAILS Students must pass the exam with an 80 percent or higher in order to receive a

certification.

STUDENT TRAINING This Level 1 curriculum serves as an in-depth introduction to all of the major topics of

the canine world relating to the basic care and handling of dogs. Its purpose is to

develop a specific skillset for students who might potentially work in an environment

that includes canines.

The curriculum requires approximately 75 hours of classroom teaching time, which can

be accomplished using the PowerPoint presentations supplied by CKC as teaching

lessons, the student workbook activities, and hands-on activities with dogs in the

classroom.

The curriculum also requires eight hours of field work for each student at a canine

facility, shelter, grooming shop, veterinarian office, dog-training facility, or with a

professional of another canine-related occupation.





EXAM FEE(S) $20.00



https://www.wrike.com/webdav/bc1e2abccb3b414d9177b6e28e3f2713_lQ0upkj2Umne_A193110/www.ckcusa.com

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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Certification as a clinical medical assistant is through the National Healthcare

Association (NHA) which is accredited through National Commission for Certifying

Agencies (NCCA). The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification allows

the CCMA to provide services in doctor offices, clinics, hospitals, and numerous other

medical facilities.

REGULATORY ENTITY National Healthcare Association 11161 Overbrook Road Leawood, KS 66211 1-800-499-9092 www.nhanow.com/certifications/phlebotomy-technician

EXAM DETAILS Students must successfully complete a training program in the health field covered by

the NHA certification exam offered by an accredited or state-recognized institution or

provider. Students must pass the exam with an 70% percent or higher in order to

receive a certification.

STUDENT TRAINING The knowledge test is multiple choice. It is administered as a written test in English. The

test consist of 150 scored questions and candidates are allowed three hours to complete the test. Within a given topic area. Task, and/or knowledge statements will be provided. Knowledge statements reflect duties that a candidate will need to know how to properly perform. Items on the exam may require recall and critical thinking pertaining to a knowledge statement, a task statement or both. The test will cover the following:

Foundational knowledge and basic science Anatomy physiology Clinical patient care Patient care coordination and education Administrative assisting Communication and consumer service Medical law and ethics





Testing Accommodations /

Modifications

Accommodations / Modifications will need to be requested by the candidate directly

through NHA. This can be accomplished on the NHA website.

EXAM FEE(S) $155.00 - The exam fees are approximate and may fluctuate in price.

http://www.nhanow.com/certifications/phlebotomy-technician

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Certified Dental Assistant

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The Dental Assistant certification encompasses the preparation of the patient for

treatment, providing the dentist with proper instruments during treatment procedures,

polishing teeth, processing dental x-ray films, and ensuring all instruments are sterilized

and disinfected.

REGULATORY ENTITY Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) 444 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 900

Chicago, IL 60611-3985

Toll-free number: 1-800-FOR-DANB Phone: 312-642-3368

Fax: 312-642-1475

http://www.danb.org

Texas State Board Dental Examiners 333 Guadalupe Street

Tower 3, Suite 800

Austin, Texas 78701-3842

512-463-6400

http://www.tsbde.state.tx.us/

EXAM DETAILS a. A dental assistant in the state of Texas can earn status as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by formally registering with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE). To qualify, one must: 1. Successfully complete a current course in basic life support, AND 2a. Successfully complete a mandatory course of training specified by the TSBDE that includes procedures for positioning and exposing dental x-rays, jurisprudence, and infection control, or 2b. Earn the national DANB CDA certification and complete the Texas Jurisprudence Assessment, AND 3. Apply to the TSBDE for registration. STUDENT TRAINING Students can expect to learn anatomy, polishing, chairside assistance, infection control,

impressions, topical anesthetic and fluoride, temporaries and isolation.

EXAM FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay

half of the exam fee in order to sit for the exam. Pearland CTE will pay for the other

half on the initial testing opportunity. If a second attempt is required to pass the

student is responsible for the entire fee.


http://www.danb.org/

http://www.tsbde.state.tx.us/

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Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals rely on Patient Care

Technicians/Assistants to assist with the critical day-to-day care some patients require.

As a CPCT/A, you’ll provide hands-on assistance to serve patients’ basic needs, as well as

work alongside other healthcare professionals.

More and more patients require special care, sometimes around-the-clock. Needs vary from

patient to patient, making it vital that the Patient Care Technician/Assistant has a diverse range

of knowledge and skills to provide their basic care


EXAM DETAILS Students must successfully complete a training program in the health field covered by

the NHA certification exam offered by an accredited or state-recognized institution or

provider. Students must pass the exam with a 70% percent or higher in order to receive

a certification.

STUDENT TRAINING The knowledge test is multiple choice. It is administered as a written test in English. The

test consist of 100 scored questions and candidates are allowed 1 hour and 50 minutes (110 minutes total) to complete the test. Within a given topic area. Task, and/or knowledge statements will be provided. Knowledge statements reflect duties that a candidate will need to know how to properly perform. Items on the exam may require recall and critical thinking pertaining to a knowledge statement, a task statement or both.

As a Patient Care Technician/Assistant, you may perform some or all of the following

tasks:

Provide basic patient care — bathing, feeding, catheter care, etc Acquire, distribute and administer patient care supplies Perform safety checks and ensure cleanliness in patient rooms Accommodate the special needs of patients accordingly Obtain EKG readings and monitor vital signs Perform phlebotomy procedures Provide emotional support to patients and families, particularly coping with

grief and death EXAM FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half





Modifications





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Certified Pharmacy Technician

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The Pharmacy Technician certification provides the knowledge and skills needed to

prepare, distribute, label and package pharmaceuticals, and to patients’ medication

profiles in specified records or forms.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas State Board of Pharmacy William P. Hobby Building Tower 3, Suite 600

333 Guadalupe Street

PO Box 21

Austin, TX 78701

Phone: 512-305-8000 Fax: 512-305-8082

Licensing Fax: 512-305-8075 www.tsbp.state.tx.us email: [email protected]

EXAM DETAILS

Disclosure of a Social Security Number (SSN) is mandatory under the Texas Family Code,

§231.302. If an applicant does not have a SSN, they will be unable to register with the

Board.

Applicants must complete a fingerprint session, unless fingerprinted with a different

application type for TSBP within the past 36 months. The fee for fingerprinting is less than

$50.

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) is a computer-based exam

administered at Pearson VUE test centers nationwide. PTCE scores are used to determine

whether individuals have demonstrated the knowledge necessary to practice as pharmacy

technicians.

The PTCE is a two-hour, multiple-choice, exam that contains 90 questions (80 scored

questions and 10 unscored questions). Each question is shown with four possible answers,

only one of which is the correct or best answer. Unscored questions are not identified and

are randomly distributed throughout the exam. A candidate’s exam score is based on the

responses to the 80 scored questions. One hour and 50 minutes are allotted for answering

the exam questions and 10 minutes for a tutorial and post-exam survey.

STUDENT TRAINING Students will be prepared to perform these duties: initiate and receive refill authorization,

enter prescription data into processing system, take stock bottles from shelf, prepare and

package drug orders, affix labels, prepackage and label prepackaged drugs, load bulk drugs

into an automated system, compound non-sterile preparations and compound bath

preparations.

TEST FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half





http://www.tsbp.state.tx.us/


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Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Hospitals, laboratories and other employers have an increasing demand for

phlebotomists. Most seek, and many require, a professional certification. With a CPT

certification, you’ll have the credentials you need to set yourself apart from other

applicants as you embark on a rewarding healthcare career. As more employers require

phlebotomy certifications, a CPT will help improve your marketability in a growing and

rewarding field.


EXAM DETAILS Students must pass the exam with an 70% percent or higher in order to receive a

certification.

STUDENT TRAINING Student training will include:

Draw blood from patients and blood donors Evaluate patients’ ability to withstand procedure Explain blood-drawing procedure to patients and answer questions Perform basic point of care testing, such as blood glucose levels Prepare blood, urine and other specimens for testing Verify patient/donor identity Maintain medical equipment such as needles, test tubes and blood vials






Modifications





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Certified Protection Officer (COP)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The CPO program is designed for security officers and students who wish to learn more

about security/asset protection.

REGULATORY ENTITY International Foundation for Protection Officers 1076 6th Avenue, North Naples, FL. 34102

Phone: (239) 430-0534 Fax: (239) 430-0533

EXAM DETAILS Candidates must have six (6) months of full time protection officer experience (or

equivalent) or one year of part time protection officer experience (or equivalent). Students enrolled into a recognized classroom training program may also qualify for this program.

Students may take the exam first and receive a certificate of completion, applying for certification when they have obtained the necessary experience.

STUDENT TRAINING Training will consist of:

Effective Communications Antiterrorism and VIP Protection Security Awareness Crime and Incident Scene Procedures Automation in Protection Operations Interviewing and Statements Patrol Principles Legal Aspects of Security Environmental Crime Control Use of Force Alarm System Fundamentals Defensive Tactics and Officer Safety And much, much, more





EXAM FEE(S) $

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CompTIA A+ Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION This certificate program is designed to prepare a student to take the CompTIA (Computer

Technology Industry Association) A+ certification exam. CompTIA A+ Certification

certifies competent service technicians in the computer industry. Recognized in the field

of Information Technology as an entry-level credential for Computer Service Technician

Professionals.

Applicants must be able to install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot, and repair

microcomputer hardware. In addition, applicants must have the basic knowledge of

desktop and portable systems, basic networking concepts and printers.

REGULATORY ENTITY CompTIA

3500 Lacey Rd, Suite 100

Downers Grove, IL 60515

Phone: 866-835-8020

Fax: 630-678-8384

www.comptia.org

EXAM DETAILS

CompTIA A+ 220-901 covers PC hardware and peripherals, mobile device hardware,

networking and troubleshooting hardware and network connectivity issues.

CompTIA A+ 220-902 covers installing and configuring operating systems including

Windows, iOS, Android, Apple OS X and Linux. It also addresses security, the

fundamentals of cloud computing and operational procedures.

STUDENT TRAINING

There are no formal prerequisites for the CompTIA A+ exam. Enrolled in a course of

study related to computer operating systems and hardware. A+ establishes best

practices in troubleshooting, networking and security across a variety of devices to set

the stage for IT careers. The certification also matches professional tech skills with

communication skills. Hands on experience with PC hardware and knowledge of …..

EXAM FEE POLICY





EXAM FEE(S) Two exams-901 and 902

$192.00 per exam - The exam fees are approximate and may fluctuate in price.

http://www.comptia.org/

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CompTIA Network+ Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Network+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that recognizes a technician's

ability to describe the features and functions of networking components and to install,

configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services.


1815 S. Meyers Road, Suite 300 Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181-5228

Phone: 630-678-8300

Fax: 630-678-8384

www.comptia.org

EXAM DETAILS Successfully pass one 65-question exam in 90 minutes or less. Student must have A+

certification.

STUDENT TRAINING You must have knowledge in the area of network repair and technical support.

Curriculum pertaining to a technician’s ability to describe the features and networking

components and to install, configure, trouble shoot basic networking hardware services.





EXAM FEE(S) Exam is $146.00



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CompTIA Security+ Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION CompTIA Security+ is the certification globally trusted to validate foundational, vendor-

neutral IT security knowledge and skills. As a benchmark for best practices in IT security,

this certification covers the essential principles for network security and risk

management – making it an important stepping stone of an IT security career.


1815 S. Meyers Road, Suite 300 Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181-5228

Phone: 630-678-8300 Fax: 630-678-8384

www.comptia.org

EXAM DETAILS Successfully pass one 90-question exam in 90 minutes or less. Student must have

Security + certification.

STUDENT TRAINING CompTIA Security+ certification covers network security, compliance and operation

security, threats and vulnerabilities as well as application, data and host security. Also

included are access control, identity management, and cryptography.





EXAM FEE(S) Exam is $146.00



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Cosmetology License

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Is designed to prepare the student with the technical skills and theoretical knowledge

required for an entry-level position in the cosmetology operator profession

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

920 Colorado

Austin, Texas 78701

Mailing Address:

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

P.O. Box 12157 Austin, Texas 78711

Toll-Free (in Texas): 800-803-9202 Fax: 512-475-2871

http://www.tdlr.texas.gov/

EXAM DETAILS Minimum Age: 17

Have obtained a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma, or have

passed a valid examination administered by a certified testing agency that measures the

person’s ability to benefit from training.

STUDENT TRAINING

1501500 hours of required training in order to take the TDLR Operator examination.





EXAM FEE(S) TD TDLR EXAM FEES:

Written Exam: $52.00 (Must pass before taking the practical).

Practical: $74.00

Every 2 years 4 hours of CE are required for renewal


http://www.tdlr.texas.gov/

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Emergency Care Attendant

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Emergency Care Attendant (ECA), also known as First Responder, certification

encompasses pre-hospital emergency care that promotes comfort to avoid aggravation

of a trauma or medical emergency.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Attn: ZZ100-160 EMS

1100 West 49th Street Austin, Texas 78756-3199

Phone: 512-834-6700 Fax 512-834-6736

http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/hcqs/ems/emshome.htm

EXAM DETAIL The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) uses the National Registry

Assessment Exam as the state-approved exam.

• You will be responsible for scheduling an exam with National Registry at

www.nremt.org.

• In addition to the state application fee, you will be required to pay a testing fee

to National Registry.

• If you fail the exam, you cannot gain certification through another option.

• If you fail the exam, you will be given opportunities to retake the exam.

If you need an exam accommodation, you will be required to submit a separate

request to the NR office. You will be required to meet the NR policy requirements for

exam accommodations.

The NR office will notify you of your exam score and, if necessary, will provide retest

instructions. For information about National Registry computer-based testing (CBT)

STUDENT TRAINING Applicant screening process is strongly encouraged. Prerequisite: AHA CPR for

Healthcare Provider card

40 hours (minimum) of instruction using all content required by the national EMS First Responder educational standards and competencies as defined by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT).

Maximum of 10 students to 1 instructor.

18 year old and high school diploma or equivalent.

Fingerprints/FBI Criminal Background Check

Pass the National Registry exam.







http://www.nremt.org/

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Emergency Medical Technician

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification encompasses pre-hospital trauma

and medical care that is necessary for basic life support, including CPR and control of

hemorrhage.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Attn: ZZ100-160 EMS

1100 West 49th Street Austin, Texas 78756-3199

Phone: 512-834-6700 Fax: 512-834-6736


EXAM DETAILS The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) uses the National Registry

Assessment Exam as the state-approved exam.

• You will be responsible for scheduling an exam with National Registry at

www.nremt.org.

• In addition to the state application fee, you will be required to pay a testing fee

to National Registry.

• If you fail the exam, you cannot gain certification through another option.

• If you fail the exam, you will be given opportunities to retake the exam.

If you need an exam accommodation, you will be required to submit a separate

request to the NR office. You will be required to meet the NR policy requirements for

exam accommodations.

The NR office will notify you of your exam score and, if necessary, will provide retest

instructions. For information about National Registry computer-based testing (CBT)

STUDENT TRAINING Applicant screening process is strongly encouraged. Prerequisite: AHA CPR for

Healthcare Provider card

b. 140 (minimum) hours of classroom, laboratory, clinical, and field instruction which must include supervised experiences in the emergency department, with a licensed EMS provider and in other setting as needed to develop the competencies defined in the national EMT-B educational standards and competencies defined by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT).

c. Maximum of 10 students to 1 instructor. d. 18 year old and high school diploma or equivalent. e. Fingerprints/FBI Criminal Background Check f. Pass the National Registry exam.







http://www.nremt.org/

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EPA Section 608 Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Required to work on stationary air conditioners and refrigeration systems.

REGULATORY ENTITY ESCO Institute

1315 West NW Highway Mt. Prospect, IL 60056

Phone: 800-726-9656

www.escoinst.com

EXAM DETAIL EPA required curriculum, Clean Air Act, and Recovery Procedures.

Students must meet standards set by EPA of 80% or better in their HVAC course to take

the exam.

Online delivery

STUDENT TRAINING Students enrolled in Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC)

courses have the opportunity to obtain EPA Section 608 certification. Instruction is

based on EPA approved curriculum. Any individual may participate in the testing

program subject to the rules, policies, or procedures of the institution sponsoring the

test site. Certificates/Exams are offered at two levels, with varying degrees of

specialization:

Core Exam

Type l (Small Appliance)






License does not expire www.epatest.com

http://www.escoinst.com/

http://www.epatest.com/

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Interior Design Fundamentals

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The Interior Design Fundamentals assessment and certification are driven by industry standards; based on relevant content standards and consistent with the National Standards

for Family and Consumer Sciences Education and the National Career Clusters Initiative;

appropriate to validate achievement of competences related to the fundamental principles of interior design;

useful in a broad range of education and employment settings, such as secondary and post-secondary education and employer-based human resource and staff development programs; and advantaged to utilize a gold-standard, computer-based testing platform format that provides for valid and reliable competency measurement, and a reporting mechanism for data-driven program improvement, accountability, and individual remediation and acceleration.

REGULATORY ENTITY American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) 400 N. Columbus Street Suite 202 Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703.706.4600 / Toll-free: 800.424.8080 / Fax: 703.706.4663 Lori Myers; Director of Pre-Professional Assessment and Certification; 703-706-4600; [email protected]. EXAM DETAIL Once the assessment is submitted, results are immediately available to the test

candidate. The results provide an overall percentage score, a breakdown of scores

corresponding to domains, and the indication whether pre-professional certification

was achieved. The national cut score for pre-professional certification eligibility is

established annually by AAFCS. Scores can be used to demonstrate competency,

pinpoint weaknesses or gaps in performance, improve programs and curricula, and

demonstrate accountability to stakeholders. Through articulation agreements, scores

may be used as the basis for advanced placement and/or credit-by-exam at post-

secondary institutions. Thus, local and state entities have latitude for independently

establishing passing or qualifying scores for other purposes.

STUDENT TRAINING The assessment and certification will be used to: document exit-level achievement in rigorous secondary programs and lower

division post-secondary courses; satisfy federal accountability reporting mandates required by Perkins IV legislation; facilitate seamless articulation, placement, and credit-by exam within post-

secondary institutions; validate competencies required for employment at the pre-professional level; and

provide an industry-recognized pre-professional certification. EXAM FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay




EXAM FEE(S) $


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Intuit Quickbooks

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Intuit QuickBooks is the industry leader in managerial accounting software. Becoming

certified will validate your technical skills, demonstrate your proficiency and increase

your marketability in a way that speaks to employers. If you are small business owner it

will give you the assurance you need to know you can "do it yourself" and save a

percentage of your accounting costs by managing your own books.

REGULATORY ENTITY QuickBooks Intuit

2700 Coast Ave. Mountain View, CA 94043

EXAM DETAIL The testing process is simple. After your review class contact CPCC’s Testing Center to schedule a date and time to take the exam. When you arrive, give them your test voucher and they will set you up at a computer workstation. You will have 50 minutes to complete the exam. When you pass the exam, Certiport will issue a certificate to confirm you’re officially an Intuit QuickBooks Certified User (employers can even go online to verify your certification).

STUDENT TRAINING QuickBooks Setup (6% of exam)

QuickBooks Utilities and General Product Knowledge (10% of exam)

List Management (6% of exam)

Items (8% of exam)

Sales (10% of exam)

Purchases (10% of exam)

Payroll (12% of exam)

Reports (16% of exam)

Basic Accounting (10% of exam)

Customization/Saving Time and Shortcuts (12% of exam)





EXAM FEE(S) $

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Medical Coding Associate

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Through rigorous examination and experience, certified CPB's have proven knowledge

of how to submit claims in accordance with government regulations and private payer

policies, follow-up on claim statuses, resolution of claim denials, appeals submission,

posting of payments and adjustments, and collections management. The CPB medical

billing certification is vital to the financial success of the professional services claims

process.

REGULATORY ENTITY National Center for Competency Testing

Insurance & Coding Specialist (NCICS)

NCCT 7007 College Blvd

Overland Park, KS 66211

800-875-4404 phone 913-498-1243

https://www.ncctinc.com/

EXAM DETAILS You must be a United States high school graduate or hold equivalent credentials (e.g.,

GED).

You must submit a copy of your Insurance & Coding diploma, certificate of completion,

or official (signed) transcript with graduation date.

All required documents must be submitted within two years after successful program

completion in order for your certification to be released.

STUDENT TRAINING Insurance and Coding Specialists provide medical billing and coding services to

physician's offices and medical specialty practices for health care providers to

be paid for services rendered. Insurance and Coding Specialists prepare and

submit claims to insurance companies and prepare and send statements to

patients. Insurance and Coding Specialists must be knowledgeable and

possess skills in the areas of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology,

diagnostic and procedural coding, insurance claims processing, and medical

billing procedures.

EXAM FEE POLICY

It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay





https://www.ncctinc.com/

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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION There are 3 levels of Microsoft Office Specialist certification-- master, expert, and

specialist. Office Specialist certification distinguishes individuals as knowledgeable

users of Microsoft Office products.

There are 5 certification exams available:

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook

REGULATORY ENTITY Microsoft Corporation

One Microsoft Way

Redmond, WA 98052-6399

http://www.microsoft.com/trainingandservices/

www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/officespecialist/default.asp Email:

[email protected]

Exams are administered by:

Certiport, Inc.



888-999-9830


EXAM DETAILS Each exam is computer based and is timed. Students are required to apply features of

the program to complete a document.

STUDENT TRAINING This information will be covered with the learning standards in the classroom.

Word 2000

Excel 2000

Power Point 2000

Access 2000

Microsoft Outlook 2000

Students must be able to comprehend the Microsoft desktop applications, use their

advanced features and demonstrate the ability to integrate them with other software

applications. EXAM FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half




EXAM FEE(S) $86.00 and up per exam - The exam fees are approximate and may fluctuate in price.


http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/officespecialist/default.asp



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MOS Server 2016

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server 2016 certification will

introduce the student to the installation, storage, and computer features on Microsoft's

latest server operating system, as well as basic networking and identity features of

Windows Server 2016.

REGULATORY ENTITY Microsoft Corporation

One Microsoft Way

Redmond, WA 98052-6399


www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/officespecialist/default.asp Email:

[email protected]

Exams are administered by:

Certiport, Inc.



888-999-9830


EXAM DETAILS The number of questions on an exam is subject to change as we update the certification exam over time to keep current with the technology. Most Microsoft Certification exams contain 40-60 questions; however, the number can vary. The exam will give the student 150 minutes to complete the exam. You will receive notification of your pass or fail status within a few minutes of completing your exam. In addition, you will receive a printed report that provides your exam score and feedback on your performance on the skill areas measured. The exam delivery provider will forward your score to Microsoft within five business days.

STUDENT TRAINING This certification is for individuals considering a career in desktop or server

infrastructure or private cloud computing. MTA certification addresses a wide spectrum of fundamental technical concepts, assesses and validates your core technical knowledge, and enhances your technical credibility





EXAM FEE(S) $


http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/officespecialist/default.asp



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National Incident Management System (NIMS)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION National Incident Management System (NIMS) Training Program identifies those

courses critical to train personnel capable of implementing all functions of emergency

management. This program establishes the NIMS core curriculum to ensure it

adequately trains emergency and incident response personnel to all concepts and

principles of each NIMS component.

REGULATORY ENTITY Emergency Management Institute

16825 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727

Switchboard: (301) 447-1000

Admissions Fax: (301) 447-1658

EXAM DETAIL The Emergency Management Institute developed its ICS courses collaboratively with:

National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG)

U.S. Department of Agriculture

United States Fire Administration’s National Fire Programs Branch STUDENT TRAINING NIMS Core Curriculum Courses are comprised of ICS, NIMS, and All-Hazards Position Specific (AHPS)

courses detailed below:

ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System:

provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. It describes the history,

features and principles, and organizational structure of the system.

ICS-200: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents:

enable personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the ICS.

IS-700: National Incident Management System, An Introduction

NIMS provides a consistent nationwide template to enable all government, private-

sector, and nongovernmental organizations to work together during domestic

incidents.

IS-800: National Response Framework, An Introduction:

introduces participants to the concepts and principles of the NRF.





EXAM FEE(S) Free

https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.b


https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.a


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NCCER Construction Core Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The NCCER Core certification is an entry-level certificate for all construction-related

trades

REGULATORY ENTITY National Center for Construction Education and Research

3600 NW 43rd Street, Bldg. G

Gainesville, FL 32606

Phone: 888-622-3720

Email: [email protected]

STUDENT TRAINING Students will be taught from the NCCER standards for safety and basic knowledge for

construction fields.

EXAM DETAILS Students must have NCCER Core credentials prior to being eligible for further NCCER

Construction credentials.

Students must pass written exams as well as performance skills.





EXAM FEE(S) Exam is sponsored by CMEF who currently pays for the certification. This practice could

change without notice.


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NCCER Construction Technology Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The NCCER Core certification is an entry-level certificate for all construction- related

trades




Phone: 888-622-3720


EXAM DETAILS Students must have NCCER Core credential prior to being eligible for NCCER Construction

Technology credential.

STUDENT TRAINING Students will be taught from the NCCER standards for the carpentry credential and will

be able to identify and preform required skills.





EXAM FEE(S) Exam is sponsored by CMEF who currently pays for the credentials. This practice could



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NCCER Electrical Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The NCCER Core certification is an entry-level certificate for all construction-related

trades.




Phone: 888-622-3720


EXAM DETAILS Students must have NCCER Core credential prior to being eligible for NCCER Construction

credential

STUDENT TRAINING Students will be taught from the NCCER standards for the electrical credential and will be

able to identify and preform required skills.





EXAM FEE(S) Exam is sponsored by CMEF who currently pays for the credentials. This practice could



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NCCER Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The NCCER Core certification is an entry-level certificate for all construction-related trades.




Phone: 888-622-3720


EXAM DETAILS Students must have NCCER Core certification prior to being eligible for NCCER HVAC

certification







EXAM FEE(S) Exam is sponsored by CMEF who currently pays for the certification. This practice could

change without notice


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NCCER Welding Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The NCCER Core certification is an entry-level certificate for all construction related trades.

REGULATORY ENTITY National Center for Construction Education and Research 3600 NW 43rd Street, Bldg. G


Phone: 888-622-3720


EXAM DETAILS Students must have NCCER Core certification prior to being eligible for NCCER Welding

credential.







EXAM FEE(S) Exam is sponsored by CMEF who currently pays for the credential. This practice could



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Office Proficiency Assessment & Certification (OPAC)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION OPAC software measures the most critical skills and abilities required in today’s

administrative and clerical positions. OPAC’s complete suite of validated tests includes

typing speed and accuracy, Microsoft® Windows®, Word®, Excel®, Outlook®,

PowerPoint®, and QuickBooks® (amongst many other applications and skills). The

program also provides specialized assessments for the legal, medical, and customer

service fields

REGULATORY ENTITY Biddle Consulting Group

Toll-free: (800) 999-0438, ext. 127 (916) 294-4250, ext. 127 E-mail: [email protected]

EXAM DETAILS

The OPAC System is self-administering and self-scoring saving business teachers and educators time. The business student sits at the computer and the program does the rest. The tests appear – as selected by the test administrator – one after another, until the applicant is informed by OPAC that the test session is complete. OPAC automatically scores virtually every aspect of the test. You can generate hard copies of test results, and also save test results on a PC or network for reference. Thousands of students and job applicants (at hundreds of schools and agencies) have been tested by OPAC with great success.

STUDENT TRAINING MS Office word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications, including Microsoft

Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Office skills tests include keyboarding, proofreading, data entry, and transcription.

TEST FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half




EXAM FEE(S) $

http://www.opac.com/office-skills-test-descriptions/

mailto:[email protected]?subject=OPAC-Support-Request

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Personal and Family Finance CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The Personal and Family Finance Assessment and Certification are:

driven by business and industry standards; based on relevant content standards developed by the Jump$tart Coalition for

Personal Financial Literacy and consistent with the National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences Education and the National Career Clusters Initiative;

appropriate to validate achievement of competencies related to personal and family finance;

useful in a broad range of education and employment settings, such as secondary and post-secondary education, community-based education programs, and employer-based human resource and staff development programs; and advantaged to utilize a gold-standard, computer-based testing platform format that provides for valid and reliable competency measurement and a reporting mechanism for data-driven program improvement, accountability, and individual remediation and acceleration.

REGULATORY ENTITY American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) 400 N. Columbus Street Suite 202 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: 703.706.4600 / Toll-free: 800.424.8080 / Fax: 703.706.4663 Lori Myers; Director of Pre-Professional Assessment and Certification; 703-706-4600; [email protected]. EXAM DETAILS

Once the assessment is submitted, results are immediately available to the test candidate. The results provide an overall percentage score, a breakdown of scores corresponding to domains, and the indication whether pre-professional certification was achieved. The national cut score for pre-professional certification eligibility is established annually by AAFCS. Scores can be used to demonstrate competency, pinpoint weaknesses or gaps in performance, improve programs and curricula, and demonstrate accountability to stakeholders. Through articulation agreements, scores may be used as the basis for advanced placement and/or credit-by-exam at post-secondary institutions. Thus, local and state entities have latitude for independently establishing passing or qualifying scores for other purposes.

STUDENT TRAINING Training will consist of:

document exit-level achievement in rigorous secondary programs and lower division post-secondary courses;

satisfy federal accountability reporting mandates required by Perkins IV legislation; facilitate seamless articulation, placement, and credit-by exam within post-secondary

institutions; validate competencies required for employment at the pre-professional and/or

paraprofessional level; and provide an industry-recognized certification. TEST FEE POLICY It is the policy of Pearland CTE department that each candidate for an exam will pay half




EXAM FEE(S) $


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Pro-Cut Brake Lathe

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Pro-Cut Rotor Matching Systems offers a certification in the use of On-car brake lathe

machine. BrakeSaver is an innovative brake service that uses state-of-the-art technology

to give drivers the best brakes known to man. Matching the rotor to the hub insures

smooth, safe braking.

REGULATORY ENTITY Pro-Cut International, LLC

10 Technology Drive

West Lebanon, NH 03784

p. 800.543.6618 / 603.298.5200

f. 603.298.8404

[email protected]

EXAM DETAILS The exam is delivered electronically with retakes available. There will be a certification

presented at the successful completion of the exam.

STUDENT TRAINING Training will be provided through the Auto coursework at Pearland High School. This

training will be online with videos and hands-on opportunities.





EXAM FEE(S) Free


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ServSafe© Food Handler

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The ServSafe Texas Starters Online Course and Assessment is accredited by the Texas

Department of State Health Services to meet all regulatory requirements, so employees

can get their food handler permit.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas Restaurant Association Education Foundation

PO Box 1429

Austin, TX 78767-1429

Phone: 800-395-2872

Fax: 512-472-2777

http://www.restaurantville.com

EXAM DETAILS ServSafe Food Handler® Texas Online Course and Assessment meets the requirements set

forth by the State of Texas. The State requires anyone who is involved in the preparation,

storage, or service of food to obtain a Food Handler Card.

STUDENT TRAINING Basic Food Safety

Personal Hygiene

Cross-Contamination & Allergens

Time and Temperature

Cleaning and Sanitation





EXAM FEE $15.00


http://www.restaurantville.com/

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ServSafe© Management Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION ServSafe Manager is a food safety program providing high-quality food safety education

and training materials for the restaurant and foodservice industry.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas Restaurant Association Education Foundation PO Box 1429

Austin, TX 78767-1429

Phone: 800-395-2872

Fax: 512-472-2777

http://www.restaurantville.com

EXAM DETAILS Online proctored exam.

STUDENT TRAINING The Importance of Food

Safety

Good Personal Hygiene

Time and Temperature

Control

Preventing Cross-

Contamination

Cleaning and Sanitizing

Safe Food Preparation

Receiving and Storing Food

Methods of Thawing, Cooking, Cooling and

Reheating Food

HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical

Control Points)

Food Safety Regulations

And more!





EXAM FEE $36.00



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ServSafe - ProStart© Certification

CREDENTIAL

DESCRIPTION Individuals with ProStart© Certification prepare for careers in the restaurant and

foodservice industry through a two-year high school industry-based curriculum and

program that includes on-the-job work experience and mentoring in local restaurants.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas Restaurant Association Education Foundation

PO Box 1429

Austin, TX 78767-1429

Phone: 800-395-2872

www.restaurantville.com

PROCEDURAL

REQUIREMENTS The ProStart © Program must be requested and approved for the secondary school through

the Texas Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.

EXAM DETAILS

STUDENT TRAINING Be enrolled in a certified program of study in the Hospitality & Tourism Cluster in ProStart©

which emphasizes restaurant and foodservice

Be at least 16 years of age

Maintain a “C” average

Have parent/guardian permission to receive work-based training

Have own means of transportation to and from work

Dress appropriately for work

Consistently be on time to work and follow worksite rules

Undergo screening and interviewing as part of the worksite selection process

Requires 400 work-based hours in local businesses that provide students experience operating and managing a foodservice business





EXAM FEE(S) $20.00



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SP2 Automotive

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Make sure your students know about the hazards of the shop environment—

before they enter the shop classroom. S/P2 online safety training gives your

students the awareness they need to recognize the hazards around them, and

provides the skills that are desirable to employers.

REGULATORY ENTITY SP2

888.241.8332

Email:

[email protected]

Fax:

866.267.7606

Mailing Address:

9200 Glenwood St.,

Suite 102


EXAM DETAILS The exam will be provided electronically through the Auto coursework at Pearland High

School. A certification will be awarded at the successful completion of the course. STUDENT TRAINING

S/P2 Collision Safety

S/P2 Collision Pollution

Prevention

S/P2 Mechanical Safety

S/P2 Mechanical Pollution

Prevention

S/P2 Supervisor’s Course

Land That Job: Interview

Skills for Automotive

Students

Ethics and YOU in the

Automotive Industry





EXAM FEE Free


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SP2 Construction

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION From ladders to excavations and electricity, the job site can be a hazardous place to work.

S/P2 Construction gives students the skills and awareness they need to enter any job site.

The online training focuses on the immediate steps students can take to protect

themselves and others in their careers.


888.241.8332

Email:

[email protected]

Fax:

866.267.7606

Mailing Address:

9200 Glenwood St.,

Suite 102


EXAM DETAILS The exam will be provided electronically through the Construction coursework at

Pearland High School. A certification will be awarded at the successful completion of the

course.

STUDENT TRAINING The S/P2 Construction courses include:

S/P2 Construction

Land That Job: Interview Skills for Construction Students

Ethics in the Construction Industry





EXAM FEE Free


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SP2 Culinary

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION From fast food to fine dining, the foodservice industry is as diverse as the students who

will become our future culinary leaders. This course prepares students for the hazards

they will encounter in kitchens, dining areas, and other culinary environments.


888.241.8332

Email:

[email protected]

Fax:

866.267.7606

Mailing Address:

9200 Glenwood St.,

Suite 102


EXAM DETAILS The exam will be provided electronically through the Culinary or Hospitality coursework

at Pearland ISD. A certification will be awarded at the successful completion of the

course.

STUDENT TRAINING The S/P2 Culinary courses include:

S/P2 Culinary Food Safety

S/P2 Culinary Workplace Safety

Land That Job: Interview Skills for Culinary Students

Ethics in the Culinary Industry





EXAM FEE Free


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SP2 Welding

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The S/P2® Welding course educates students on the potential hazards and pitfalls specific

to the practice of welding. Before they enter the shop, make sure they understand safety

fundamentals. From Safety Data Sheets to proper personal protective equipment to

understanding the dangers of welding gases, S/P2 has student safety awareness covered.


888.241.8332

Email:

[email protected]

Fax:

866.267.7606

Mailing Address:

9200 Glenwood St.,

Suite 102


EXAM DETAILS The exam will be provided electronically through the Welding coursework at Pearland

ISD. A certification will be awarded at the successful completion of the course.

STUDENT TRAINING The S/P2 Welding courses include:

S/P2 Welding

Land That Job: Interview Skills for Welding Students

Ethics and YOU In the Welding Industry





EXAM FEE Free


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Sterile Product (IV)

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The Phlebotomy Technician certification encompasses the knowledge and skills necessary

to collect and handle blood specimens used in diagnosing and tracking illnesses, drug

testing, or other health-related areas requiring a blood sample.

REGULATORY ENTITY The National Pharmacy Technician Association (NPTA) accredited by the Accreditation

Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)

P O Box 683148

Houston TX 77268

888-247-8700 phone 888-247-8706 fax

EXAM DETAILS Students will take a comprehensive exam and must earn a score of 70% or higher.

STUDENT TRAINING NPTA’s Sterile Product (IV) Certification Course has been designed to train pharmacy

technicians and pharmacists on the topic of sterile product preparation and aseptic

technique,

The course requirements include:

- 9 Home Study Modules

- 2 Days Hands-On Training

- 8 Process Technique Validations





EXAM FEE(S) $ 64.50


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Texas Beef Quality Assurance

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION Beef Quality Assurance is a nationally coordinated, state implemented program that provides systematic information to U.S. beef producers and beef consumers of how common sense husbandry techniques can be coupled with accepted scientific knowledge to raise cattle under optimum management and environmental conditions. BQA guidelines are designed to make certain all beef consumers can take pride in what they purchase – and can trust and have confidence in the entire beef industry. BQA programs have evolved to include best practices around good record keeping and

protecting herd health, which can result in more profits for producers. When better

quality cows leave the farm and reach the market place, the producer, packer, and

consumer all benefit. When better quality beef reaches the supermarket, consumers are

more confident in the beef they are buying, and this increases beef consumption

REGULATORY ENTITY The Texas Beef Quality Producer Program is a collaborative effort of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Texas Beef Council, and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

800-242-7820

EXAM DETAILS The course and exam are computer based.

STUDENT TRAINING Students will training will consist of:

Eating Characteristics

Safety and Wholesomeness

USDA Quality Grading





EXAM FEE(S) Free

http://www.tscra.org/

http://www.txbeef.org/

http://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/

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Texas State Floral Certification

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The High School Floral Certification program, administered by the Texas State Florists’

Association (TSFA), allows a student to achieve certification for entry- level floral design

.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas State Florists’ Association (TSFA) PO Box 140255

Austin TX 78714

Phone: 512-834-0361

Toll: 800-375-0361

Fax: 512-834-2150

www.tsfa.org

EXAM DETAILS Certifying exam consists of two parts to be completed on the same day: a timed 100-

question written exam and a timed hands-on design and construction of a symmetrical

design and a corsage.

STUDENT TRAINING Students will train with an Agriculture teacher either through Floral Design class or

through membership in FFA. Teachers will teach the TEKS for Floral Design class and

provide hands on activities through simulation or with flowers.





EXAM FEE(S) Testing fee is $100.00. (TSFA scholarships are available.)


http://www.tsfa.org/

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Universal R-410A

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION R-410 has a much higher vapor pressure than R-22. The discharge pressure of R-410A is

approximately 50% to 70% higher than R-22. These higher pressures create some safety

concerns.

To address the issues of safe handling, training and certification with the use of R-410A

the industry worked together to unify behind a Universal R-410A Safety Training &

Certification program.

REGULATORY ENTITY © ESCO Institute 2016 All rights reserved

P.O. Box 521, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Telephone: (847) 253-2220 • Toll Free: (800) 726-9696 • Fax: (800) 546-3726 fax

Alaska and Hawaii call (877) 394-5275 toll free

The ESCO Institute is an affiliate of the ESCO Group

EXAM DETAILS R-410A and the R-22 Phase, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Fundamentals,

Refrigerant Chemistry and Applications, Refrigeration Oils and Their Applications, Safety,

History of Refrigeration

STUDENT TRAINING The exam validates a person has the retained knowledge to safely work with this

refrigerant and helps reduce liability.





EXAM FEE(S) $10.00


http://www.escogroup.org/

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Veterinary Assistant

CREDENTIAL DESCRIPTION The TVMA Veterinary Assistant Training Program is standardized and documents the

basic skills and competencies required for animal care and assistance. The program will

educate veterinary assistants in the essential skills and knowledge needed to become

effective contributors to the veterinary medical care team.

REGULATORY ENTITY Texas Veterinary Medical Association

8104 Exchange Dr.

Austin, Texas 78754

512-452-4224 phone

512-452-6633 fax

https://tvma.azurewebsites.net/[email protected]

EXAM DETAILS 90 days of work experience under the supervision of a DVM or LVT

Mastering all required Level I material

Gaining and demonstrating the hands-on skills listed on the Skills Validation Checklist

Exam Application and Skills Validation Checklist completed and approved by the DVM or

LVT

Successful completion of the certification examination (70%)

STUDENT TRAINING To be certified under the TVMA program, the applicant must successfully demonstrate

100% of the required skills and competencies. Some of the required skills may not be

regularly practiced in the clinic where the applicant has gained experience. However, it is

the applicant’s responsibility to develop all skills listed. Upon supervised completion, the

Exam Application, Skills Validation Checklist, and payment must be sent to

the TVMA office for processing. The certification exam will then be sent to the

supervising DVM or LVT, and must be administered within a one-week period. The

completed exam and answer sheet must then be returned to TVMA for processing, after

which the results will be mailed back to the clinic. Any applicant who passes the exam will

receive a congratulatory letter, certificate and patch.






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