What Lorain County Joint Vocational School District does

Lorain County Joint Vocational School District (LCJVS) is a public career-technical education district headquartered in Oberlin, Ohio, operating under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3311 with oversight from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. The district serves approximately 1,400 high school students in grades 9-12 drawn from 13 associate school districts across Lorain County, plus roughly 500 adult learners through its Adult Career Center. It delivers 32+ career-technical programs spanning advanced manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades, information technology, public safety, transportation/logistics, and culinary arts, with industry-certified training in FANUC robotics, CNC machining, PLC automation, and CDL Class A operation.

The district's core architecture combines in-classroom instruction with extensive work-based learning: 148,830 work-based learning hours completed by the Class of 2026, 1,482 industry-recognized credentials earned, 327 pre-apprenticeships completed, and 345 college credits earned through dual enrollment with Lorain County Community College. The Summer Internship Program connects students with 200+ employer partners, and Signing Day celebrates student commitments to employment, apprenticeships, military, and college pathways. The district also offers specialized programs including Project LIFE for students with disabilities and a student-run Outer Glo Spa.

Revenue is funded through a hybrid model: state per-pupil education funding from ODEW, tuition from adult learners (CDL at $6,000, Automation Maintenance Technician at $7,160 plus $300 materials), federal and state grants (notably the $166,666 Career Z Challenge Phase 3 award and Battelle Innovation Grants), and the LCJVS Educational Foundation ($29,150 awarded in a recent cycle). The go-to-market motion is hybrid: direct enrollment via district websites for high school and adult learners, plus enterprise-style workforce development outreach through a dedicated Workforce Development Coordinator to 200+ employer partners, with events like Signing Day, Summer Internship Dinner, and Open House serving as key touchpoints. The district is led by Superintendent Dr. Glenn Faircloth, CFO Cory Thompson, and High School Principal Megan Champagne, with a Board of Education and operational structure typical of an Ohio joint vocational school district.

Name

Lorain County Joint Vocational School District

Legal name

Lorain County Joint Vocational School District

Website

https://lcjvs.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Lorain County JVS is a public Ohio career-technical education district serving about 1,400 high school students from 13 associate districts and 500 adult learners across 32+ programs in manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades, IT, and transportation, with 200+ employer partners and work-based learning integrated into all pathways.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Career-Technical Education (Vocational Education)

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter Career & Technical Education (CTE) Schools (EDAJACAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), Work-Based Learning Programs (Internships, Apprenticeships, Community-Based Instruction) (EDAKANAF), Apprenticeships, Internships & Work-Based Learning Programs (BPACANAK), Internships, Externships & Work-Based Learning Placement (EDAMAKAB)

Keywords

• Career technical education
• Workforce development training
• Vocational education services
• Adult career training
• High school CTE programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Oberlin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. State Education Funding: Per-pupil state funding from Ohio Department of Education and Workforce for career-technical education programs serving high school students across 13 associate school districts.
2. Adult Career Center Tuition: Tuition-based programs for adult learners including CDL training ($6,000), Automation Maintenance Technician ($7,160 tuition + $300 materials). Some programs offered at no cost to qualifying adults through Adult Diploma Program.
3. Grants and Awards: Federal and state workforce development grants including $166,666 Career Z Challenge Phase 3 Winner award, Battelle Innovation Grants, and Ohio Workforce Development funding.
4. LCJVS Educational Foundation: Foundation support providing $29,150 awarded through the LCJVS Educational Foundation to support student scholarships and program development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Lorain County Joint Vocational School District is a public career-technical education institution serving Lorain County, Ohio. It delivers career-technical education to approximately 1,400 high school students from 13 associate school districts and roughly 500 adult learners through two divisions: the High School (32+ career-tech programs) and the Adult Career Center (tuition-based workforce training including CDL Class A training, Automation Maintenance Technician, healthcare certifications, welding, and the no-cost Adult Diploma Program). Offerings combine classroom instruction with work-based learning, internships, pre-apprenticeships, and dual enrollment credits awarded in partnership with Lorain County Community College.

Product overview

Lorain County Joint Vocational School District operates as a career-technical education provider with two main divisions: the Lorain County JVS High School serving approximately 1,400 high school students from 13 associate school districts, and the Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center serving approximately 500 adult learners. The district offers 32+ career-tech programs spanning advanced manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades, information technology, public safety, transportation/logistics, and culinary arts. Programs are delivered through a platform-plus-modules architecture combining classroom instruction with extensive work-based learning opportunities including internships, pre-apprenticeships, and clinical placements. The district recently launched new website infrastructure via ParentSquare Smart Sites and expanded programs including CDL training, Automation Maintenance Technician training, and the OTC+ North Ridgeville Collaborative healthcare pathway. The district leverages partnerships with Lorain County Community College, 200+ industry employers, and regional economic development organizations to deliver career-connected education.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lorain County JVS High School Career-technical high school serving approximately 1,350-1,400 students in grades 9-12 drawn from 13 associate school districts across Lorain County. Offers 32+ career-tech programs spanning advanced manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades, IT, public safety, and culinary arts. Students earn industry-recognized credentials, college credits via dual enrollment with Lorain County Community College, and work-based learning through internships and pre-apprenticeships.
• Adult Career Center Adult education and workforce training division offering tuition-based programs in CDL training, Automation Maintenance Technician, welding, healthcare certifications, and customized training. Serves approximately 500 adult learners annually with publicly disclosed tuition pricing and financial aid/workforce funding options for high-demand sectors.
• CDL Class A Training Program Approved commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A training for adults 18 and older with a high school diploma or GED. 160-hour program delivered over 5-7 weeks at $6,000 tuition, preparing learners for transportation and logistics careers. Backed by a dedicated 10-acre CDL training facility developed by the district.
• Automation Maintenance Technician Program Evening career development program of approximately 600 hours for adults, offered Monday through Wednesday, 4:00-9:30 PM. Delivers stackable credentials including MSSC Equipment Maintenance (CTSCA-EM), MSSC Equipment Repair (CTSCA-ER), MSSC Network Repair (CTSCA-NR), and OSHA 30 General Industry. COE-accredited, aligned with advanced manufacturing and logistics sectors.
• Adult Diploma Program Funded by the Ohio Department of Education, the Adult Diploma Program provides job training and a new pathway for qualifying adults to earn a high school diploma along with industry credentials aligned to Ohio's in-demand careers. Offered at no cost to adults who qualify.
• OTC+ North Ridgeville Healthcare Collaborative (CNA Pathway) Healthcare career pathway partnership with LCCC and North Ridgeville City Schools that enables high school seniors to earn a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential, First Aid/CPR certification, and pre-apprenticeship completion status before graduation. Includes classroom and lab instruction at LCCC Ridge Campus plus clinical training and guaranteed interviews at O'Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville.

Quantifiable outcome

• 148,830 work-based learning hours completed by Class of 2026; 1,482 industry-recognized credentials earned; 327 students completed pre-apprenticeships; 345 college credits earned
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

30 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Team NEOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development organization accelerating equitable growth across Northeast Ohio. LCJVS partners with Team NEO on talent strategy, workforce pipeline development, and aligning career-tech education with regional employer needs. Team NEO CEO Matt Dolan speaks at LCJVS events and provides workforce analysis supporting program development.
• JobsOhiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOhio's private non-profit economic development corporation. Supports LCJVS through workforce development initiatives, economic analysis, and alignment with state talent priorities. Partners on logistics workforce development including CDL training program.
• Lorain County Community College (LCCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOhio's first community college with university partnership system. LCJVS partners for dual enrollment allowing students to earn college credits, certifications, and workforce experience. LCCC provides campus infrastructure for OTC+ North Ridgeville Collaborative healthcare program at Ridge Campus.
• ONE Lorain CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEconomic development organization focused on talent strategy and regional workforce alignment. LCJVS Superintendent Dr. Glenn Faircloth serves on One Lorain County Board of Directors. Organizations collaborate on workforce ecosystem development.
• Lorain County Chamber of CommercecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBusiness advocacy organization advancing economic prosperity. LCJVS Principal Megan Champagne serves on Chamber Board of Directors. Chamber supports workforce initiatives and connects LCJVS with regional employers.
• Aerozone AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development organization focused on Northeast Ohio competitiveness. LCJVS partners on workforce alignment and economic development initiatives across the Aerozone region.
• North Ridgeville City SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school district in OTC+ North Ridgeville Collaborative healthcare program. North Ridgeville High School seniors can earn CNA credentials through the program combining LCCC facilities, LCJVS instruction, and O'Neill Healthcare clinical training.
• O'Neill Healthcare North RidgevillecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare employer partner providing clinical training sites and guaranteed interviews for OTC+ North Ridgeville Collaborative CNA program completers. Supports healthcare workforce pipeline development.
• Ride with ValorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit supporting veterans and first responders. Collaboration with LCJVS Culinary Arts and Project LIFE students to prepare and deliver 450+ Thanksgiving meals to veterans and first responders across five counties.
• UCP of Greater ClevelandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOutside partner assisting with meal packaging for Ride with Valor Thanksgiving initiative. Collaboration demonstrates community service integration with career-tech education.
• Cleveland CliniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor healthcare system and strategic business partner for workforce alignment. Provides work-based learning and career pathways for LCJVS healthcare students.
• Mercy HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare employer partner providing clinical experiences and career pathways for LCJVS health sciences students.
• MAGNET (Manufacturing Association Guidance Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManufacturing workforce development organization supporting LCJVS advanced manufacturing programs and employer connections.
• Manufacturing WorkscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce development organization supporting manufacturing sector partnerships. Board member Anne Schaum serves as VP of Operations.
• Thogus Products CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvanced manufacturing company supporting LCJVS Advanced Manufacturing Pathway through Battelle grant initiative. Provides industry expertise and workforce alignment.
• FANUC AmericacoreTechnology or IntegrationRobotics and automation technology provider. LCJVS Advanced Manufacturing Pathway features FANUC robotics training for students.
• Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner college supporting LCJVS Advanced Manufacturing Pathway through credit alignment and industry partnerships.
• OhioXminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOhio's leading technology nonprofit supporting IT workforce development and tech career pathways.
• Ohio TechNetminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium of Ohio community colleges advancing technology workforce development. Supports IT pre-apprenticeship and career pathways.
• Greater Cleveland PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLargest chamber of commerce in Ohio. GCP Registered Apprenticeship Hub supports LCJVS pre-apprenticeship program registration and job placement for IT students.
• Wellington ImplementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEquipment dealer providing work-based learning opportunities for agricultural equipment mechanics students.
• Ridge Tool (Emerson)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerManufacturing company providing industry partnerships and career pathways for LCJVS students.
• Kenworth of ClevelandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTruck dealer providing CDL training partnerships and career connections for transportation students.
• Skylift Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAerial equipment company providing work-based learning and career pathways for LCJVS students.
• Cutting Dynamics (Re:Build Manufacturing)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvanced manufacturing company supporting LCJVS workforce development initiatives.
• Ohio Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide business organization supporting workforce development initiatives and connecting LCJVS with regional employers.
• Ohio ACTEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOhio Association for Career and Technical Education supporting CTE excellence and workforce development statewide.
• Lorain County Community DevelopmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty economic development agency supporting workforce initiatives and infrastructure projects.
• Elyria School DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school district providing IT department work experience for LCJVS Cybersecurity pre-apprenticeship students.
• Keystone School DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school district hosting IT pre-apprenticeship internship for LCJVS Cybersecurity student.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Apollo Career Center: Ohio joint vocational school district in Allen and Hardin counties with both high school CTE and adult career center programming; comparable operating structure including a tuition-based adult training division.
• Polaris Career Center: Ohio joint vocational school district serving Cuyahoga and Medina counties; offers parallel CTE programs for high school students from associate districts plus adult career center offerings — directly comparable scope and structure.
• Four County Career Center: Ohio joint vocational school district in northwest Ohio serving multiple associate school districts with high school and adult CTE programs; directly comparable size, funding model, and program mix.
• Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center: Ohio joint vocational school district in Ashland and Holmes counties offering career-technical programs for high school and adult learners across similar trades; same operating model and Ohio CTE governance as LCJVS.
• EHOVE Career Center: Ohio joint vocational school district serving Erie, Huron, and Ottawa counties with high school and adult career-technical programs across manufacturing, healthcare, and skilled trades; same funding model and CTE mission as LCJVS.
• Mahoning County Career and Technical Center: Ohio joint vocational school district in Mahoning County offering career-technical programs for high school and adult learners across similar industries; operates under the same Ohio JVS funding and accountability framework as LCJVS.
• Cuyahoga Valley Career Center: Ohio joint vocational school district in Cuyahoga County serving high school and adult learners with career-technical programs in similar trades; directly comparable as a county-level JVS operating under the same Ohio CTE funding and governance framework.

Broad incumbents

• Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C): Large public community college system in Northeast Ohio with which LCJVS partners on Advanced Manufacturing credit alignment; broader scope than LCJVS but overlapping adult learner and workforce credentialing offerings in the same region.
• Lorain County Community College: Public community college headquartered in Elyria, Ohio, that is an active LCJVS partner and serves overlapping adult learner and dual-enrollment populations with associate degree and workforce credential programs in the same region.
• Universal Technical Institute (UTI): National for-profit provider of technical and trade education across transportation, manufacturing, energy, and skilled trades; comparable in program categories (CDL/transportation, advanced manufacturing) but operates at national scale and through private funding rather than Ohio JVS governance.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/149028605118117
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lorain-county-joint-vocational-s
• Xx.com/loraincountyjvs

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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