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Programs
 Seattle Vocational Institute's programs focus directly on occupational training. SVI graduates posess the skill sets and the attitude to succeed that meet employer's criteria.
Most programs are VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) approved.
Allied Health
Dental Assistant
Health Unit Coordinator
Medical Assistant
Nursing Assistant Certified
Phlebotomy
Basic Studies
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
English as a Second Language (ESL)
GED Preparation
Bright Future
Business Computers
Administrative Office Professional
Computer Based Accounting
Network Technician
GED Academy
Cosmetology
Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training
Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeships
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Allied Health
Allied Health offers many distinct vocational disiplines in the Medical/Dental field.
Dental Assistant
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Students are taught chair-side dental assisting through lectures, hands-on experience and 275 hours of externship. This is one of the few college programs that offer dental services to actual patients in the community. Students in the fully accreditedDental Assistant Program have the unique opportunity of gaining experience by working in the fully-equipped dental clinic under the guidance of a licensed dentist. Classes are taught in a state-of-the-art dental environment at SVI.
Health Unit Coordinator
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The Health Unit Coordinator manages the administrative duties involved in patient care and is the liaison between inpatient, outpatient and medical staff. Work settings may include hospitals, doctor's offices, clinics and nursing homes. A typical day for a coordinator includes patient reception, ordering and scheduling tests, chart assembly, data entry, verifying insurance, performing transfers, discharging and admitting hospitalized patients.
Medical Assistant
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Emphasis is placed on patient relations, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, interpersonal communication skills, clinical and lab procedures, administrative front office procedures and computer usage. This fully accredited program provides the mechanism for graduates to take the National Board Examination to become nationally Certified Medical Assistants and eliligible for Washington State's Healthcare Assistant Certificate.
Nursing Assistant Certified
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This course prepares the student to administer basic nursing assistant personal care services to the resident, patient or client. Procedures and techniques are delivered in order to complete training that meets the OBRA 1987 guidelines and prepares the student to sit for the Nursing Assistant Certification exam.
Phlebotomy
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The phlebotomy course is designed to teach basic venipuncture skills and techniques necessary to perform venous blood collection. Students receive training to become certified laboratory phlebotomists. This training greatly enhances the multi-skilled health care worker's occupational outlook and broadens employability prospects.
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Basic Studies
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
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This program is designed to enhance basic skill levels in math, reading, language arts, writing and critical thinking. Classes are offered at no cost to the student.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
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Intermediate/advanced level courses are offered for non-native speakers of English who need assistance with vocabulary development, reading and writing to function effectively in a job, educational program or daily living situations. Courses are available at no cost to the student.
GED Preparation
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This course prepares students for the General Educational Development Examination. It combines traditional instruction with computer-assisted and individual learning appropriate to student needs. Classes are offered at no cost to the student.
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Bright Future
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Bright Future students are High School juniors and seniors who take the opportunity to start their college courses early. The program is designed to assist the participants in earning a high school diploma and a certificate in one of the professional technical programs. Eligible students atend tuition free.
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Business Computers
SVI offers several courses that prepare students to enter the computer oriented workplace.
Administrative Office Professional
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The Administrative Office Professional program prepares the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to begin a successful career in an office environment. The curriculum emphasizes a wide variety of administrative support capabilities including the latest business computer applications, office administration, diversity in the workplace, business communications, career specialization strategies, professionalism and internship in an actual office.
Computer Based Accounting
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The Computer Based Accounting Certificate of Completion Program prepares students for financial careers as bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks. Accounting projects and scenarios are incorporated into the program. Knowledge and skills essential to employment including professional skills, business communication, keyboarding, ten-key, business math and employment skills will be taught.
Network Technician
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This program places strong emphasis on hands-on computer use with students learning personal computer hardware, operating software, computer network hardware and computer repair. Graduates of this program will be qualified for entry level jobs as computer technicians, computer customer service representatives, computer sales representatives, PC/network support specialists, computer operators and workstation support specialists.
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GED Academy
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GEDA offers young adults the opportunity to become productive members of society and the skills to become successful adults. The program is specifically for young people between 16 and 21 years of age who are not in school and have not yet earned a diploma. This program offers the opportunity for students to earn a GED, enhance their basic skills and obtain job training in a career field offered at Seattle Vocational Institute.
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Cosmetology
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The core curriculum is designed to prepare the students for job entry and the State Board of Cosmetology Licensing Examination. Group and individual instruction in Pivot Point techniques, hair sculpting, scalp care, wet and thermal hair styling, ethnic hair care, hair coloring, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, skin care, make-up, manicuring, pedicuring and sanitary and safety measures are typical learning experiences. Students use their knowledge and perfect their expertise at the school's full service salon.
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Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training
Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training
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This program is designed to assist adult men and women, especially people of color, to gain the skills to be successful competitors for building and construction trade apprenticeship programs. Topics include construction terminology, industrial safety, trades math, time management, understanding non-verbal communication, initiative taking, group-team communication, and line/staff/team organization. There is a strong emphasis on basic construction skills and safety. Preparation for the flagging certification and forklift operator exams is offered as an integral part of the PACT program.
Flagging Certification
Prepares students for the road flagging certification examination. Students learn how to establish and maintain a safe traffic flow in a construction zone and understand both hazardous and safe behaviors involved in a variety of flagger situations. Students review the materials that are needed to successfully pass the Washington State three year flagger certification examination.
Forklift Operation and Certification
Trains students in the functions and parts of a forklift, OSHA forklift regulations, safety habits in forklift operation, and the proper picking, placing and moving of a variety of loads through the work site. Students will also take the test to become a Washington State certified forklift operator.
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Disclaimer
This web page is published for information purposes only. Although every effort is made to ensure accuracy at the time of publication, this page shall not be construed to be an irrevocable contract between the student and the college. The colleges within Seattle Community College District VI reserve the right to make any change in the contents and provisions without notice. In addition, the colleges reserve the right to cancel, change class fees or meeting dates/times at any time without notice.
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