Lawrence County Career & Technical Center

What Lawrence County Career & Technical Center does

Lawrence County Career & Technical Center (LCCTC) is a public technical education institution located at 750 Phelps Way, New Castle, Pennsylvania, founded in 1969 and governed by a Joint Operating Committee representing eight sending school districts in Lawrence County. The institution delivers career-technical education to secondary students from those districts through 13 vocational program pathways: Automotive Technology, Commercial Art, Construction Trades, Cosmetology, Electrical Occupations, Health Assistant, Machine Tool Technology, Management Information Systems, Oil & Gas, Restaurant Trades, Service Occupations, Veterinary Assistant, and Welding. Supporting offerings include cooperative education, dual enrollment with regional colleges (Butler County Community College, Slippery Rock University), NOCTI/NIMS industry credentialing, SkillsUSA competitive participation, Peer Leadership, a Student Assistance Program, and standardized testing administration (Keystone, PSSA, SAT, ACT).

The institution also serves adult learners through Adult Basic Education, GED preparation, and adult vocational retraining programs. Operationally, LCCTC uses standard K-12 administrative and instructional technology — eSchoolData for student information, Google Workspace and Classroom for instruction, MINGA for digital hall passes, and Pennsylvania Department of Education systems (PVAAS, PAETEP, SAS) for assessment and educator effectiveness — with no proprietary platform or API offering.

LCCTC is funded through public educational allocations from Lawrence County and its member districts; specific revenue and tuition figures are not publicly disclosed. The institution has no commercial customers, no funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no private-equity or venture-capital ownership. Its strategic posture is that of a stable regional public-sector educational monopoly rather than a growth-oriented enterprise, with strategic activity limited to incremental partnership expansion (SkillsUSA, PennDOT's Paint the Plow, GEM Affair mentorship program with Butler County Community College) and maintenance of program quality signals such as eight consecutive years of recognition at Slippery Rock University's art exhibition.

Name

Lawrence County Career & Technical Center

Legal name

Lawrence County Career & Technical Center

Website

https://lcctceagles.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lawrence County Career & Technical Center is a public Pennsylvania career-technical education institution, founded 1969, that delivers 13 vocational programs and adult education to students from eight sending school districts in Lawrence County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Career and Technical Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), Career Exploration & Labor Market Readiness (EDAAAKAA), Construction, Engineering & Skilled Trades Licensure Prep (EDAAANAL), Career Services & Career Readiness (EDALABAB)

Keywords

• Career technical education
• Vocational training programs
• Secondary technical education
• Adult education services
• Workforce skills training

Headquarters

HQ city

New Castle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lawrence County Career & Technical Center is a public technical education institution that delivers career-technical training across 13 vocational programs (Automotive Technology, Commercial Art, Construction Trades, Cosmetology, Electrical Occupations, Health Assistant, Machine Tool Technology, Management Information Systems, Oil & Gas, Restaurant Trades, Service Occupations, Veterinary Assistant, and Welding) to secondary students from eight sending school districts and to adult learners. It complements trade instruction with academic coursework, cooperative education, dual enrollment, NOCTI/NIMS credentialing, SkillsUSA leadership and competitions, and adult basic education/GED preparation.

Product overview

Lawrence County Career & Technical Center (LCCTC) is a vocational and technical education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of career-technical programs. The school operates as a single unified institution providing both secondary and adult education programs. The core vocational programs include 13 career-technical programs (Automotive Technology, Commercial Art, Construction Trades, Cosmetology, Electrical Occupations, Health Assistant, Machine Tool Technology, Management Information Systems, Oil & Gas, Restaurant Trades, Service Occupations, Veterinary Assistant, and Welding) delivered through a traditional trade-shop model. Supporting services include cooperative education, dual enrollment with local colleges, NOCTI/NIMS credentialing, SkillsUSA student organization, Peer Leadership, Student Assistance Program, and standardized testing administration. The institution serves students from eight secondary sending schools in Lawrence County and also provides adult education including GED programming.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Automotive Technology Career-technical training program teaching automotive repair, maintenance, and diagnostic skills for students pursuing careers in the automotive service industry; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Commercial Art Program training students in graphic design, digital photography, illustration, and commercial art creation for creative industry careers; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Construction Trades Training in carpentry, masonry, and general construction skills for building trades careers; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Cosmetology Instruction in hairstyling, nail care, skincare, and salon management for beauty industry professions; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Electrical Occupations Training in electrical theory, wiring, and installation practices for careers in the electrical trade; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Health Assistant Healthcare training program preparing students for patient care roles in hospitals, nursing homes, and medical facilities; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Machine Tool Technology Precision manufacturing training in machining, CNC operations, and metalworking for industrial careers; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Management Information Systems Business and computer technology training covering software applications, data management, and office procedures; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Oil & Gas Training in petroleum industry skills including safety procedures, equipment operation, and technical processes; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Restaurant Trades Culinary arts training in food preparation, baking, hospitality skills, and restaurant management; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Service Occupations General service industry training covering customer service skills and career readiness; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Veterinary Assistant Animal care training program preparing students for veterinary clinic and animal care facility positions; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Welding Technical training in various welding processes including MIG, TIG, and stick welding for manufacturing and construction careers; serves secondary students from eight sending districts.
• Dual Enrollment College credit program enabling secondary students to earn post-secondary credits while completing high school requirements through articulation agreements with regional colleges.
• Cooperative Education Work-based learning program allowing students to gain employment experience while completing their technical training through placements with local employers.
• NOCTI/NIMS Testing Industry-recognized credentialing assessments for students in vocational programs to demonstrate occupational competency through NOCTI and NIMS industry credentials.
• SkillsUSA Career and technical student organization providing leadership development, community service, and competitive events at district, state, and national levels.
• Student Assistance Program (SAP) Systematic team process to identify and remove barriers to learning including alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and mental health issues affecting students.
• Peer Leadership Student-led program where trained upperclassmen mentor incoming students and coordinate community service activities.
• Senior Portfolio Career readiness program requiring students to document career research, job shadowing, community service, and career artifacts as a graduation requirement.
• Keystone Testing Program Pennsylvania state assessment program including Keystone Exams (end-of-course) for Biology, Algebra, and Literature.
• Standardized Testing Services Administering PSSA, PASA, ACT, SAT, and NAEP assessments for students.
• The Eagle (School Newspaper) Student-run news blog featuring articles about school events, student achievements, and community news.
• Pride and Promise Awards Monthly award program recognizing individuals who demonstrate excellence and outstanding contributions to LCCTC.
• Adult Basic Education Foundational education services for adults seeking to improve basic academic skills.
• General Education Degree (GED) GED preparation and completion programs for adults pursuing high school equivalency.
• Adult Vocational Education Vocational training programs for adult learners seeking career advancement or new skills.
• Yearbook Student yearbook produced and sold annually through the Yearbook Forever online ordering platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple students achieved Advanced NOCTI certifications in Veterinary Assistant and other programs
• +3 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration16 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Midwestern IU4 (Intermediate Unit 4)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional educational service partnership providing shared educational resources, professional development, and collaborative programming for schools in the Midwestern Pennsylvania region. LCCTC participates in Midwestern IU services including the ELECT Teen Parenting Program.
• SkillsUSAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational career and technical student organization providing educational programs, leadership development, and competitive events. LCCTC participates in District 10 SkillsUSA championships with 55 students competing in 60 different competitions.
• NOCTI (National Occupational Testing Institute)coreTechnology or IntegrationIndustry-recognized credentialing and assessment services for career-technical education. LCCTC students earn NOCTI certifications demonstrating occupational competency.
• United WayminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partnership for charitable initiatives. LCCTC Peer Leadership participates in annual blanket drives and community service projects supporting United Way.
• DBA Homak ManufacturingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity donor supporting LCCTC Peer Leadership Turkey Box food drive initiative for needy families.
• New Castle Rotary #89minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity service organization partner supporting Peer Leadership Turkey Box holiday food drive.
• UB TruckingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business donor supporting Peer Leadership community initiatives.
• PennDOTminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPennsylvania Department of Transportation partnership through Paint the Plow program. LCCTC Auto Tech and Commercial Art students collaborated to refurbish and decorate a PennDOT plow vehicle.
• Lawrence County Veterans CouncilminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partnership supporting SkillsUSA veterans recognition activities and community events.
• Butler County Community CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGEM Affair (Girls Engaging Mentors) program partnership exposing LCCTC students to women mentors in STEAM fields.
• New Life Bread BasketminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFood pantry partnership supporting LCCTC food pantry and Clothes Closet initiative.
• Dell's Garage (Union Township)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal automotive business donating vehicle for Wounded Warrior Project car smash fundraising event.
• Slippery Rock UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual juried art exhibition partnership. LCCTC Commercial Art students have achieved 8 consecutive years of recognition at SRU's Martha Gault Art Gallery exhibition with 14+ works displayed.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Mercer County Career Center: Public Pennsylvania CTE serving secondary and adult students from Mercer County school districts. Offers comparable trades, healthcare, and cosmetology programs under the same Joint Operating Committee governance model.
• Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School: Public Pennsylvania CTC immediately adjacent to Lawrence County, offering a similar portfolio of vocational programs (welding, cosmetology, automotive, etc.) to secondary students from district senders. Comparable mission, governance model, and funding structure.
• Indiana County Technology Center: Public Pennsylvania CTE in Indiana County offering similar vocational programs (welding, automotive, cosmetology, electrical) to secondary students fromsending districts. Comparable size, program breadth, and SkillsUSA participation.
• Beaver County Career and Technical Center: Public Pennsylvania CTE serving Beaver County secondary students from multiple sending districts. Comparable program portfolio, public funding structure, and articulation agreements with regional colleges.
• Crawford County Career and Technical Center: Public Pennsylvania CTE serving Crawford County secondary students with similar vocational program mix (welding, electrical, automotive, healthcare). Comparable governance and funding model.
• Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology: Public Pennsylvania CTE offering secondary and adult vocational education across trades, healthcare, and technical programs. Comparable NOCTI credentialing and dual-enrollment pathways.
• Venango Technology Center: Public Pennsylvania CTE in Venango County offering comparable trades and health programs to secondary students. Operates the same NOCTI/NIMS credentialing and SkillsUSA competitive model.

Others

• NOCTI: National Occupational Testing Institute providing industry-recognized credentialing assessments used by LCCTC and other PA CTCs to certify occupational competency. Adjacent credentialing partner.
• SkillsUSA: National career and technical student organization that oversees the District 10 championships in which LCCTC students compete. Adjacent ecosystem player providing competitive and leadership programming across all PA CTCs.
• Midwestern Intermediate Unit 4 (MIU4): Regional educational service agency that supports LCCTC and other member school districts in western Pennsylvania with shared services, professional development, and programs like ELECT Teen Parenting.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lcctc_eagles
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC-pAb8H7gRTj9Un3Ys1hwUQ/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/LCCTCEagles
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lcctc

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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