Ashworth College

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Earning a diploma in Auto Mechanics prepares students with the basic skills involved to diagnose and repair vehicles using hands-on, comprehensive lessons that covers the operations, components, performance standards, and inspection procedures of every automobile system. Graduates will learn through stimulating and challenging exercises and exams including reviews and vocabulary lessons for every system of the vehicle.

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Earning a diploma in our Bridal Consulting program prepares students in the essentials of how to create and arrange romantic and unforgettable weddings – everything from wedding licenses to honeymoon plans. Courses provide instruction in the planning processes, including ways to beat wedding stress, and managing and marketing a professional bridal consultant business. Graduates will learn how to work with caterers, florists, and photographers as well as how to create lifetime memories for the bride and groom according to their wishes and budget requirements.

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Our diploma in Carpentry program introduces students to the various tools and equipment used in the skilled trade of carpentry. Courses will include learning the various building processes involved in this trade – from the foundation and framing all the way up to the roof and siding techniques &ndash for career opportunities in many construction fields.

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Earning a Career Diploma in Electrician Training through our program can prepare students to read wiring diagrams, measure current, install wiring, and understand the circuitry involved in residential and commercial applications. Students will have learning activities that include examining the diagrams, photos, and schematics to build the foundation of essential power concepts. Courses will also emphasize diagnosing and repairing existing systems and the safety issues of working with live wires.

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Earning a diploma in Gourmet Cooking and Catering can prepare students with the knowledge and skills involved in running and managing a catering business. Courses will cover the proper handling and selecting of foods, developing menus for all occasions, planning special events banquets, and providing excellent table service. The program also includes hundreds of recipes for actual practice in food preparation and lessons in the business related end of opening an actual business.

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As students earn a Career Diploma in Gunsmithing they will learn how to disassemble, diagnose, repair, and reassemble various firearms. Courses also cover basic maintenance, how to install a scope, fix accuracy problems, and alter triggers and safeties for customers. Graduates will also learn about the business aspects of marketing and charging for their gunsmithing services in this specialized field.

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Our Career Diploma in Heating and Air Conditioning program can prepare students to work year round with climate control systems and the mechanical and electrical processes of most common types of equipment. Students will learn about the basic components of systems, the tools of the trade, and soldering techniques as they learn how to diagnose problems, install new systems, and fix defective parts of the equipment. Graduates will learn how to work on refrigerant devices, and gas, oil, and electrical furnaces as they complete the program.

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Earning a diploma in our Home Inspection program can prepare students to monitor new home construction to ensure that it meets the building code specifications, as well as inspect existing homes for issues that may still arise over time, such as old wiring or insect infestation. Students will learn about the interior and exterior of the building from the foundation to the roof as well as landscaping and grading of the property for correct slope and drainage that may impact the property or adjoining properties. Graduates will complete lessons that cover the entire house and also address the energy considerations and environmental concerns that may also arise in the process.

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Earning a Career Diploma in Jewelry Design and Repair can prepare students for opportunities in the business as they learn how to create custom jewelry pieces and repair and restore customer's pieces that may have been damaged or need cleaning. Lessons provide instruction on how to cut and join metals, polish and set stones, and make molds for repair or custom jewelry designs. Students can also learn soldering, engraving, enameling, and plating techniques to expand their knowledge and skills in these areas as well.

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Our Career Diploma in Landscape Design program can prepare students for careers working for existing companies or even to start their own business if they want. Lessons cover how to plan and present functional designs for the client's space and budget constraints. Students can learn the importance of balance, unity, proportion, and simplicity of their design along with integrating lighting, walkways, and terraces for a complete overall design. Graduates can also learn how to prepare bids and contracts, calculate materials costs, and set up pricing guidelines for maintaining and installing customers landscaping needs.

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Our Career Diploma in Locksmithing program prepares students for this skilled trade as they learn about manual and electronic locking systems for businesses, residences, vehicles, and anything else that can be locked. Lessons cover keys and security devices by type, manufacturer, and function. Students also learn how locking mechanisms work, how to install security systems, and how to duplicate keys manually or with a machine. Graduates will also learn how to set up their own workshop and possibly start their own business.

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Earning a diploma in Massage Techniques teaches students the skills of one of the most popular of the natural healing arts used worldwide to promote and restore health. The benefits of massage therapy include pain relief, stress reduction, relaxation, and optimal body function. The program includes a fully illustrated instruction guide of massage styles along with a CD-ROM that demonstrates the various massage style techniques.

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Our Career Diploma in Motorcycle Mechanics program provides instruction in two- and four-stroke engines and the various systems that keep motorcycles running and functioning properly. Students will learn how to diagnose, repair, and maintain motorcycles for peak performance. Graduates will be able to replace headlights, spark plugs, tires, and signal lights and learn about career options available to them after completion.

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Earning a diploma in Plumbing can prepare students to learn the basic skills involved in the trade as well as the codes and regulations that govern the plumbing trade. Courses cover installation procedures, how to read and follow blueprints, when to use PVC, iron, steel, or copper tubing, and valves and joint fittings. Instruction also includes maintenance and repair of water heaters, spas and pools, and air conditioning systems as well as waste disposal and drainage considerations. The final lesson demonstrates opportunities that are available to graduates and the business aspects that affect plumbers in bids and contracts with customers.

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Our Career Diploma in Property Management program covers the practical approaches to own and/or manage everything from single home residences to commercial and industrial properties. Lessons will cover how to select and evaluate investment properties, ways to maximize tax advantages and minimize expenses, and the safety and environmental concerns for the upkeep of the property. The business aspects are also covered in lessons that instruct students in how to manage the day-to-day operations, how to set up an administrative office, and the importance of organized record books to track expenses and payments by tenants.

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Individuals can complete their High School Diploma AND acquire Skilled Trades career-training at the same time in our self-paced program. Auto Mechanics, Carpentry, Plumbing, and more options are available to learners that are interested in getting a jump-start on a successful career while they are earning their accredited diploma. Learners who are thinking about continuing on to college can check out our college prep high school diploma programs as well.