Business
Academy
The Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship prepares studnets for exciting careers.
Programs within this academy include Business Entrepreneurship & Barbering, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Digital Graphic Design & Imaging and Early Childhood Education programs. Scholars who are enrolled in one of these two-year programs graduate equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in ever-changing professional work environments.
CHOFFIN GOALS
I will graduate on time
I will earn industry credentials
I will be college and career ready
Cosmetology
Hair, nail, skincare and business experience
Through our cosmetology program, scholars will create artistic hair and nail designs. Additionally, studies include innovative skincare services using the latest technology, trends, and name-brand products. Scholars will gain important management and business experience as they operate a full-service interactive salon and spa.
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Culinary Arts
Immersive, hands-on culinary learning experience
In the Culinary Arts program, scholars can express artistic vision as a part of a team that designs menus, prepares meals, and organizes catered events. Scholars will formulate exciting original recipes to compete in cooking challenges and learn to deliver outstanding customer service experiences as a key part of the culinary team.
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Business Entrepreneurship + Barbering
Learn to start, grow and expand a business
In this versatile program, scholars will study general business and management skills with a focus on minority owned entrepreneurship and learn many aspects of owning and managing their own business. This program also strives to enhance scholars’ soft skills by enhancing their communication, listening, and teamwork abilities. Scholars finishing this program will be prepared for starting their own business, prepared for business employment, and/or attending college.
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Intuit QuickBooks Certified User
Early Childhood
Gain real world experience in the classroom
Scholars in the Early Childhood Education program experience the joy of creating fun and amazing activities for young children who are full of life and love learning. Scholars considering this program should be interested in working with young children, as part of this experience is spending hands-on time in certified preschools and child development centers. Through this program, scholars can influence the future of children by positively shaping their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development.
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Digital Graphic Design & Imaging
Develop skills in graphic design
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Choffin Career & Technical Center offers Youngstown City School District scholars career and technical education opportunities combined with hands-on learning experience to prepare them for their futures.
Notice of Nondiscrimination & Access to Equal Education | The Choffin Career and Technical Center and Youngstown City Schools will not discriminate nor tolerate harassment in its educational programs or activities for any reasons, including on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, disability, military status, ancestry, or age and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Additionally, it will not discriminate in its employment policies and practices.