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Lorain County JVS High School

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Career-Technical Programs

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Career-Technical Education Starts Here

Explore programs that align with your passion and Ohio’s in-demand careers—where real skills lead to real opportunities.

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Explore Your Future in Career-Technical Education

Hands-on Learning. Industry-Aligned Training. Career-Ready Skills.

At Lorain County JVS, our career-technical programs prepare students for success in today’s evolving workforce. Whether you’re interested in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, or the trades, you’ll gain real-world experience, industry certifications, and a head start on your future. Aligned with Ohio’s growing economy and employer needs, our programs connect students to meaningful careers, college credit opportunities, and valuable credentials that set them apart.

 

 

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Shaping Ohio’s Future Workforce Through High-Skill Programs

Most Programs Include Pre-Apprenticeship Pathway

One Year Programs:

9th Grade: Career Readiness Program

10th Grade: Career Exploration Program

Spa Technology

Career-Based Intervention

Two Year Programs: 

Construction Technologies

Health Science

Hospitality & Tourism

Information Technology - Arts & Communication

Manufacturing

Agricultural & Environmental Systems

Education & Training

Human Services

Project Life

Transportation Systems

 

How to Apply to Lorain County JVS High School

    • Click Apply Now

    • Select High School Students Apply Online Now

    • Click Create a New Account (to the left of the parent login)

    • Enter your personal and account information

    • Click Register & Begin

    • Complete Parts 1, 2, and 3 of the application

    • Click Save & Submit to District

    • Print a copy and return it to your school counselor

    Important:

    • A parent/guardian signature is required.

    • School counselors must submit your records before your application is considered.

    • Applications are reviewed after semester grades are received in January.

  • Lorain County JVS serves as an extension of 13 Associate School districts in Lorain County.
    Admission is based on:

    • Attendance

    • GPA

    • Credits earned during 9th and 10th grades

    To be on track for graduation and eligible for JVS:

    • Students are recommended to earn at least 9 high school credits before applying.

    • Students can earn up to 14 credits at JVS.

  • Subject Credits
    English 2
    Math 2
    Science 2
    Social Studies 2
    Health/PE 1

  • JVS also offers exploratory, hands-on programs for freshmen and sophomores.

    9th Grade Exploratory Lab: Structured, skills-based training to prepare students for upper-level Career-Technical programs.

    10th Grade Career-Technical Rotation: Explore multiple lab experiences and develop career-focused skills before choosing a specific program. For details on 9th/10th grade admission, contact:

    • JVS Recruitment Office at (440) 774-1051 ext. 22323

    • Or your Associate School Counselor