Jump-start your college career by earning up to 27 free college credits towards a Computer Technology degree while still in high school.- Explore the business world through real-life projects and hands-on learning in a collaborative, technology-oriented environment.
- Explore hardware, software, networking, database administration, and security needs in the business world.
- Code mobile and desktop computer programs using a variety of languages including Java, HTML5 and CSS, SQL, Python, and C++.
➤ View the Information Technology–Applications / Computer Technology program brochure
Job Titles – Career Pathways
11-1021 General & Operations Managers
15-1121 Computer Systems Analysts
15-1131 Computer Programmers
15-1132 Software Developers, Applications
15-1141 Database Administrator
15-1151 Computer User Support Specialist
43-4051 Customer Service Rep
43-9011 Computer Operators
CTC knowledge transfers to college credits at:
Berks Technical Institute
Harrisburg Area Community College
Keystone Technical Institute
Lackawanna College
Lincoln Technical Institute
Luzerne County Community College
Manor College
McCann’s School of Business
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Pierce College
Reading Area Community College
*Earn up to 27 dual enrollment college credits with Reading Area Community College through participation in the Technical Academy.
Student Certifications:
NOCTI – National Occupational Competency Testing Institute
* Management Information Systems
Microsoft Office Specialist – Excel
Microsoft Office Specialist – Word
Microsoft Office Specialist – Powerpoint
Microsoft Office Specialist – Access
Microsoft Office Specialist – Outlook
OSHA – General Industry
EverFi Financial Literacy
➤ For more detailed information about this program, including the grading policy, task list, etc., please refer to the course syllabus.
Instructor – Mrs. Michelle Merkel
Biography
I graduated from Muhlenberg High School in 1999 and earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Kutztown University in 2003. I was immediately hired to manage a database for a local non-profit organization. While working there, I developed a passion for helping and guiding others. This inspired me to become a teacher. I enjoy helping and guiding students throughout their educational journey.
Education
Bachelor’s degree, Computer Science, Kutztown University
Certificates and Awards
Occupational Competency Assessment Certificate, Temple University
Vocational Education I Teaching Certificate, Temple University
Vocational Education II Teaching Certificate, Temple University
Work Based Learning Coordinator Certification, Temple University
Microsoft Office Specialist – Master
CompTIA – IT Fundamentals
IC3 – Computing Fundamentals
IC3 – Key Applications
IC3 – Living Online
Sage MAS 90 – MAS 200 Core Applications w/Payroll
Google for Education – Basic Certification
Hire Date: 2005
Community Service
EMT for more than 10 years
Youth soccer and basketball coach
SOAR programs of study prepare today’s student for tomorrow’s high demand and high wage careers.
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