Columbiana County Career and Technical Center

Name

Columbiana County Career and Technical Center

Legal name

Columbiana County Career and Technical Center

Website

https://ccctc.k12.oh.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Career and Technical Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Cosmetology and Barber Schools (611511)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Construction & Trades Licensure (Contractor, Electrician, Plumber, HVAC CE) (EDAAALAH)

Keywords

• Career technical education
• Vocational training programs
• Adult education services
• Workforce skills training
• Industry credential programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Lisbon

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Public School Funding: CCCTC is a public vocational school district funded through state and local tax revenues. The Columbiana County Vocational School District receives funding based on enrollment and attendance. Students attend free of charge for high school programs.
2. Adult Education Tuition: Adult education programs charge tuition for career and technical training. Financial aid available including Federal Grants and Loans, VA benefits, and scholarships for qualifying students. Programs over 600 hours are eligible for federal financial aid.
3. Facility Leasing: The school leases facilities to public organizations for meetings and events when not used for secondary and Adult Education school functions. Contact: Cindy Schmidt at 330-424-9561 ext. 112.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Columbiana County Career and Technical Center (CCCTC) is a public vocational school district operating a career and technical education center serving 11th-12th grade high school students from nine partner districts and adults 18+. It delivers hands-on training programs in healthcare (Practical Nurse, LPN-RN, CNA, CCMA, Phlebotomy), manufacturing (Precision Machining, Welding), skilled trades, culinary, IT/cybersecurity, automotive, criminal justice, and interactive media, leading to industry-recognized credentials.

Product overview

Columbiana County Career and Technical Center (CCCTC) is a career and technical education institution offering both high school and adult education programs. The high school division provides 13 career programs including Automotive Technology, Auto Collision Repair, Construction Technology, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Careers, Cybersecurity and Information Technology, Health Academy, Interactive Technology and Emerging Media, Landscape & Environmental Design, Precision Machining and Manufacturing, Veterinary Science Technology, and Welding and Fabrication. The adult education division offers healthcare programs (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, CNA, Practical Nurse, LPN-RN Nursing, Phlebotomy), the OPOTA Police Academy, and Welding certification. CCCTC also provides customer-facing services through its student-run labs and operates facility leasing for community organizations. Programs lead to industry-recognized credentials including AWS welding certification, NCLEX nursing licensure, NCCT certifications, and State of Ohio Peace Officer certification. Student organizations include SkillsUSA and FFA, and the center partners with Kent State University for dual enrollment through the College Credit Plus program.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• Automotive Technology (High School Program) High school program offering training in automotive technology with hands-on safety inspections and oil changes for community members, preparing students for automotive careers.
• Auto Collision Repair (High School Program) Training in automotive collision repair including car washing, detailing, dent repair, rust and collision repair, and refinishing; student-run services are offered to community members.
• Construction Technology (High School Program) Construction trades training program for high school students covering building trades skills.
• Cosmetology (High School Program) Cosmetology program offering haircuts, styling, coloring, perms, manicures, pedicures, facials and waxing services through the student salon to community members.
• Criminal Justice (High School Program) Education in the American criminal justice system, law enforcement, corrections, and forensic science investigation with certification opportunities.
• Culinary Careers (High School Program) Food preparation, menu planning, restaurant management, nutrition, international cuisine, and sanitation training using the National Restaurant Association Pro Start curriculum with industry-recognized credentials.
• Cybersecurity and Information Technology (High School Program) Computer systems, networking, maintenance, and support training including building computers, wiring networks, and installing workstations and servers.
• Health Academy (High School Program) Healthcare career preparation with vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, medication administration, and entry-level nursing skills training.
• Interactive Technology and Emerging Media (High School Program) Digital media production including photography, video, audio, 2D and 3D modeling, game development, graphic design, eSports, VR/AR, AI/ML, and 3D printing.
• Landscape & Environmental Design (High School Program) Green industry training covering landscape planning, design, maintenance, plant science, turf management, and tree care; FFA membership is required.
• Precision Machining and Manufacturing (High School Program) CNC and manual machining training with industrial-sized equipment preparing students for advanced manufacturing careers.
• Veterinary Science Technology (High School Program) Animal science and veterinary technology training covering anatomy, physiology, genetics, behavior, nutrition, and animal management; FFA membership required.
• Welding and Fabrication (High School Program) Welding and metal fabrication training using SMAW, TIG, MIG and flux core techniques with STEM-aligned curriculum.
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) 2-semester, 450 hours per semester program training medical assistants for physician offices, long-term care facilities, labs, and hospitals; students earn NHA CCMA and Phlebotomy certification.
• CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant 86-clock hour nursing assistant training meeting Ohio Department of Health requirements with state certification exam preparation; 98% completer, 80% placement, 78% licensure outcomes.
• Practical Nurse (LPN) 12-month, 1,200-hour practical nursing program with TEAS entrance requirement, preparing students for the NCLEX-PN licensing exam; 85% completer, 89% placement, 98% licensure outcomes.
• LPN-RN Nursing Program 48-week, 1,344-hour bridge program for licensed practical nurses to become registered nurses, eligible for NCLEX-RN; 100% completer, 100% placement, 95% licensure outcomes.
• OPOTA Police Academy 777-hour, 9-month basic police academy under the Ohio Peace Officers Training Council leading to State of Ohio Peace Officer Certification; 71% completer, 100% licensure outcomes.
• Phlebotomy Technician 160-clock hour, 2-month phlebotomy training with NCCT certification preparation for blood collection in healthcare settings.
• Adult Education Welding Program 2-semester, 300 hours per semester welding program with SMAW, TIG, MIG, flux core training and AWS Certified Welder D1.1 credential preparation.
• College Credit Plus (CCP) Dual enrollment partnership with Kent State University allowing qualified 7th through 12th grade students to earn college credit while satisfying high school requirements; classes are free to participating students.
• Facility Leasing Building rental services for public organizations for meetings and events, with media center and cafeteria access; contact Cindy Schmidt at 330-424-9561 ext. 112.

Quantifiable outcome

• Practical Nurse: 85% completer rate, 89% placement rate, 98% licensure rate
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kent State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollege Credit Plus (CCP) partnership allows qualified 7th through 12th grade students to earn college credit while satisfying high school requirements. Classes are free to participating students with no cost for tuition, books or fees. Information sessions are held to inform students and parents about university policies for application, admission, and course selection.
• Beaver Local School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative John Campbell serves on the CCCTC Board of Education (15th year).
• Columbiana Exempted Village School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative Anthony Roncone serves on the CCCTC Board of Education (9th year).
• Crestview Local School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative Melissa Wellman serves on the CCCTC Board of Education (2nd year).
• East Palestine City School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative Brian Moore serves on the CCCTC Board of Education (5th year).
• Leetonia Exempted Village School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative Larry Duko serves on the CCCTC Board of Education (10th year).
• Lisbon Exempted Village School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative TK Hiscox serves on the CCCTC Board of Education as Vice President for 2026 (4th year).
• Southern Local School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative Jean Pastore serves on the CCCTC Board of Education (2nd year).
• United Local School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative Justin Medure serves on the CCCTC Board of Education as President for 2026 (3rd year).
• Wellsville Local School DistrictcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school district that sends students to CCCTC for career technical education. Representative Gary Althiser serves on the CCCTC Board of Education (3rd year).
• Salem City SchoolsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSalem City Schools students can apply to CCCTC and will be accepted after students from partner districts are placed. This is a secondary arrangement, not a full partnership.
• National Restaurant Association - ProStartcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCulinary program utilizes ProStart curriculum, a nationally recognized, industry-driven program that includes all facets of the restaurant and culinary fields. Students earn industry recognized credentials.
• Ohio Peace Officers Training Council (OPOTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolice Academy is administered under the Ohio Peace Officers Training Council, which is required training to become a police officer in Ohio. Program awards State of Ohio Peace Officer Certification.
• Columbiana County Educational Service CenterminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerReferenced for special education support services. Provides educational service center resources for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• SkillsUSAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) that promotes leadership and personal development. Students in most programs participate in SkillsUSA activities and competitions.
• Future Farmers of America (FFA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) that provides leadership development. Students in Veterinary Science Technology and Landscape & Environmental Design programs are required to be FFA members.
• Ohio Department of EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrograms are approved by the Ohio Department of Education. CCCTC participates in state initiatives including RemotEDx connectivity program for remote learning support.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Trumbull Career and Technical Center: Adjacent eastern Ohio CTE center using the same joint-vocational district model with high school satellite programs and adult education. Same regulatory environment and funding structure.
• Polaris Career Center: Ohio career-technical center offering secondary and adult programs in healthcare, skilled trades, and IT — directly comparable program mix and credential focus.
• Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center: Ohio CTE center providing secondary and adult programs with similar healthcare, trades, and public-safety offerings. Direct peer for program-mix and outcome comparison.
• Lorain County Joint Vocational School: Ohio JVS operating the same shared-time CTE model with high school satellites and adult ed including nursing, welding, and police academy. Closely comparable structure.
• Cuyahoga Valley Career Center: Ohio CTE center serving partner districts with comparable high-school career programs and adult continuing education. Directly comparable peer in scale and program offerings.
• Mahoning County Career and Technical Center: Neighboring Ohio county CTE center with the same public-vocational-school model serving high school and adult learners. Directly comparable in program mix, governance, and credential offerings.
• Miami Valley Career Technology Center: Larger Ohio CTE district offering secondary programs, adult education, and customized business training. Comparable peer in delivery model and adult-ed offering breadth.

Others

• SkillsUSA: National career-technical student organization whose leadership framework and competitions CCCTC adopts across programs. Ecosystem enabler, not a direct peer.
• Kent State University: Public university partner in the College Credit Plus dual-enrollment program. Adjacent provider rather than competitor — extends CCCTC's value proposition into postsecondary.
• National Restaurant Association (ProStart): Curriculum and credential provider whose ProStart program underpins CCCTC's culinary track. Ecosystem partner, not a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/officialccctc
• Facebookfacebook.com/108404619273097
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/columbiana-county-career-and-technical-center

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

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