Career Resources
- Davidson Career Fair
- Exploring Post Program
- Tolles Career and Technical Center
- Military Information
- Ohio Career Information System
Davidson Career Fair
Each year Hilliard Davidson High School has a Career Fair in mid April.
This Career Fair allows students to research their career interests with companies within their learning path.
During sophomore year, each student has an opportunity to research their learning path during their Information and Communication Technology 21 (ICT 21) class. This class is a requirement for graduation. Each student will decide what learning path best matches their interests based on the results of a career interest survey taken in class.
The chosen learning path will help navigate the student through their high school years. A Learning Path will guide the student’s curricular choices and interest exploration. Nearly every career falls within at least one of the following thirteen Learning Paths:
Architecture/Construction
Arts/Culture
Business/Finance
Computers/Telecom
Fashion/Design
Transportation/Natural Resources
Law/Government
Medical/Health
Science/Engineering
Service Industry
The student’s guidance counselor will meet individually with sophomores each year to discuss their learning path choice.
The Exploring Post Program offers career mentoring workshops for high school men and women between the ages of 14 – 20. Students who participate in this program will receive exciting hands-on experiences related to careers in art, aviation, broadcasting, engineering, fire and law enforcement, medicine, vet medicine, and other career fields. This program also can be used in conjunction with the Hilliard Mentorship program. Looks good on college applications and resumes.
www.skcbsa.org/exploring_openhouse.php
Tolles Career and Technical Center
Tolles Career & Technical Center offers tuition-free career & technical programming to students who are interested in pursuing their education at a two- or four-year university; students interested in pursuing a career immediately after high school; or a combination of both. As Tolles is considered an extension of Hilliard City Schools, students are expected to meet graduation requirements in order to graduate from their respective Hilliard high school. In addition to receiving their high school diploma, students who successfully complete a Tolles program will receive a Certificate of Completion and Career Passport from the Center.
Tolles offers a full range of college preparatory academics and Spanish. Tolles provides students with several opportunities to receive college credit through the PSEO (for qualifying students) and articulation agreements. Our articulation agreements with several central Ohio two- and four-year colleges provide students with the opportunity to receive college credit for successful completion of certain programs. Many Tolles students continue their education at the post-secondary level, receiving close to $400,000 in college scholarships.
Full-day and half-day options are available to students. Students may choose to take their academics at their home school or at Tolles. Transportation is provided to and from the Center.
Entrance Requirements
Admission requirements to attend Tolles Career & Technical Center include a minimum of eight (8) high school credits (including six core course requirements in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies). Students with three years of high school must have ten (10) high school credits with eight core courses. It is strongly suggested that students satisfy their Health and Physical Education credits prior to attending Tolles Career & Technical Center. Additional prerequisites may be required depending on the program.
Additional Information
For more information about Tolles Career & Technical Center, please contact your guidance counselor or call Tolles at (614) 873.4666; alternatively, visit the Tolles website at www.tollestech.com.
Program Offerings
| Academy of Business & Finance | Firefighting/EMS |
| Art Design & Communications | Health Science Academy |
| Auto Collision Repair | - Dental Assistant |
| Auto Maintenance Specialist | - Medical Office Management/Patient Care |
| Automotive Technology | – Pharmacy Tech |
| Carpentry | - Pre-Vet Tech |
| Computer Science Academy | - Sports Medicine & Athletic Training |
| - Computer & Network Support Technology | - Tech Prep Nursing |
| - Video Game & Software Design | Recreational & Power Mechanics |
| Cosmetology | Small Animal Care |
| Criminal Justice | Teaching Professions Academy |
| Culinary Arts | Turf, Landscape & Greenhouse Management |
| Digital Media Production | Welding & Fabrication Technologies |
| Early Childhood Education | |
| Engineering Design |
COURSE COMPETENCIES
Academy of Business & Finance: Curriculum includes Management principles, Entrepreneurship, International Business, Accounting basics, Economics, Marketing, software applications, general office procedures, and oral and written communications.
Art, Design & Communications: Curriculum includes basic and advanced illustrations, color, theory, and analysis, layout design and production, typography, hand lettering, computerized design methods, portfolio preparation, and art appreciation.
Auto Collision Repair: Curriculum includes frame and unibody repair, removal and replacement of body panels, spraying of refinish products, welding techniques, body shop management, and preparation for ASE certification.
Auto Maintenance Specialist: Curriculum includes auto maintenance and service, exhaust systems, cooling system repair, brake inspection and replacement, lubrication systems, and tire rotation and repair.
Automotive Technology: Curriculum includes computer analysis, preparation for ASE certification, transmission and drive trains, steering and suspensions and alignment, drivability diagnosis and repair, electrical and charging systems, engine repair and replacement.
Carpentry: Curriculum includes blueprint reading, estimating costs, building codes, house construction, floor and wall framing, roofing, insulation, interior and exterior finishing.
Computer Science Academy: Curriculum covers each of four IT disciplines: Information Services and Support, Network Systems, Programming and Software Development, and Interactive Media. Students can major in either Computer & Network Support Technology or Video Game & Software Design in their senior year.
Cosmetology: Curriculum includes hair cutting, styling, coloring, perms, salon management, scalp and nail care, waxing, facials, and National/State Board certification preparation.
Criminal Justice: Curriculum includes crime scene search, investigation, criminal and court procedures, First Aid and CPR, patrol functions, radio communications, self-defense techniques, and military drills.
Culinary Arts: Curriculum includes nutrition, menu development, food preparation, processing, and production, sanitation and safety, purchasing, inventory management, management operations, and customer relations.
Digital Media Production: Curriculum includes radio/TV production planning, studio equipment operation, nonlinear video editing, script writing, storyboarding, selecting promotional media, graphics and set design.
Early Childhood Education: Curriculum includes preschool operation, curriculum and lesson planning, First Aid and safety, music and motor development skills, child nutrition, and infant/child development.
Engineering Design: Curriculum includes an introduction to Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD), 3D modeling, production; robotics and automated manufacturing; engineering strength and materials; and, project management.
Firefighting/Emergency Medical Service: Curriculum includes fire prevention and suppression, equipment operation, search and rescue, emergency vehicle operation, First Aid and CPR, and hazardous material operations. Student must have certain prerequisites to be considered for this program.
Health Science Academy: Students in the Health Academy study the same core curriculum the junior year with the opportunity to specialize in one of six majors in the senior year: Dental Assistant, Medical Office Management/Patient Care, Pharmacy Tech, Pre-Vet Tech, Sports Medicine & Athletic Training, or Tech Prep Nursing.
Recreational & Power Mechanics: Curriculum includes gas/diesel engine repair (2 & 4 stroke), power trains; electronics/electrical systems; hydraulic/hydrostatic systems; air conditioning/heating; and welding.
Small Animal Care: Curriculum includes pet grooming, nutrition, aquarium management, pet shop operation, dog obedience, and veterinary office procedures.
Teaching Professions Academy (Senior Only): Curriculum includes PRAXIS I Portfolio-Teacher licensure study, educational theory, research, and psychology, lesson planning, instruction, and assessment, classroom guidance, classroom management, technology in teaching, and an internship at the elementary, middle, and high school level. Student must have certain prerequisites to be considered for this program.
Turf, Landscape, and Greenhouse Management: Curriculum includes greenhouse operation, landscape maintenance, golf course management, pest, plant, and turf identification, landscape design, fish and wildlife management.
Welding & Fabrication Technologies: Curriculum includes basic metallurgy, blueprint reading, weld inspection and testing, SMA welding (Electric Arc), GMA welding (MIG), FCA welding (Fluxcore), GTA welding (TIG), oxy-fuel and plasma cutting.
Students who attend the Tolles Technical Center for the eleventh and twelfth grade years are to successfully complete a total of 21 credits:
English 4 Credits
Social Studies 2 Credits
U.S. History 1/2 Credit
U.S. Govt. 1/2 Credit
Science * 3 Credits
Math 3 Credits
Health 1/2 Credit
P.E. 1/2 Credit***
Info. & Communication Tech. 21 1/2 Credit
Elective ** 1 Credit
Electives 5 1/2 Credits
*One unit Biology and one unit Physical Science
**One unit or two half units from: Fine Arts, Foreign Language, or Business Technology
(any course in the Business, Computer Science, or Pre-Engineering Program) Tolles Labs count toward this elective.
***Students may waive the physical education requirement with participation in athletics, marching band, and/or cheerleading (see page 2). Students who pursue this option must earn one-half elective credit in another subject-area to meet the minimum credit requirement for graduation (21credits).
Students who attend the Tolles Technical Center and return to their home school shall complete the prescribed requirements for graduation as indicated.
Military
OCIS
Ohio Career Information System
