Twin Harbors Skills Center
Twin Harbors provides career and technical education to high school students interested in employment after high school and/or preparation for entering college or apprenticeship options.
About Electrical Engineering and Refrigeration Careers
This course is designed to give students a background in Industrial Engineering and the commercial service fields. Students will receive hands-on training in Advanced Electronics, HVAC and refrigeration, motors and controls, as well as trouble shooting techniques and marketable job skills. Students will complete OSHA 30 certification and some students will have the opportunity to receive their Refrigerant Handler's Certificate through a test administered by an outside company. Job shadowing in a related field will be required. Graduates from this class have gone on to work as linemen, journeyman electricians, HVAC/R technicians, engineers and other highly skilled professionals.
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https://thsc.asd5.org/
410 North G Street
Aberdeen, WA 98520
360-538-2039
Tri-Tech Skills Center
About Dental Assisting
Start a career making beautiful smiles in the Dental Assisting program. Learn alongside dental professionals to ensure patients receive outstanding treatment. Be prepared for employment after high school or additional education to become a dental hygienist or dentist. Internships available to qualified students. Seniors will have priority placement.
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Tri-Tech Skills Center
https://tritech.ksd.org/
Address: 5929 W Metaline Ave
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 222-7300
West Sound Tech Skills Center - WST
About Esthetics
Congratulations on your decision to enter the exciting world of Esthetics! We are pleased that you have enrolled in the Olympic College/West Sound Tech Esthetics program. We are committed to facilitating your success and will provide guidance in processes and procedures, which will assist your progress through the program of study. We will do our best to ensure your success in your chosen career path. We strive to help students develop the basic skills needed, to meet the diverse challenges in the competitive beauty industry. Olympic College and West Sound Technical Skills Center provide a professional quality education and training necessary to pass the state licensure exam. We strive to create an environment that is student centered, where teamwork is encouraged, personal and professional development is promoted, and respect for others is fundamental.
Our Esthetics program offers training in Safety & Sanitation, Skin Care, Skin Analysis, Product & Skin Care Ingredient Knowledge, Facials, Facials using Modalities (machines), Waxing, Entry level Microdermabrasion and Lash and Brow enhancements. This is an hour-based program and requires 750 hours to complete. A portion of these hours are completed online.
We are a Dermalogica Partner School and students will receive Dermalogica Certifications throughout their training. We also have Dermalogica consultants scheduled for in class and hands on training for our students. In addition, we are a BioTherapeutic Partner School and use the cutting-edge technology they offer along with in class training.
The program length for full time OC students is 3 quarters, Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 3:00pm. WST students complete the program within 2 years and are expected to attend Monday through Friday 8:00am to 10:30am. Our day begins with theory and then moves on to practical applications on mannequins, fellow students, or other live models and eventually the public. Students are expected to attend regularly, to complete the state required hours, on time and not fall behind.
The school’s clinic floor is open to the public from 8:30am to 10:00am for morning WST students and from 11:30pm to 2:30pm for OC students. The students are expected to clean up using proper sanitation procedures in their area and complete their daily sanitation task, at the end of each day.
WST high school students are provided a textbook, online access and tools, but must purchase a kit within the first week of class. The purchase price of the kit is approximately $275.00.
OC students must purchase their books, online access, and a kit on the first day of class. Please see instructor for the costs.
The following items are provided by the student and are to be replaced as needed:
Uniform (black scrub bottoms, black scrub top, close toed shoes, students may not attend class or clock hours if they do not have on their uniform)
2 Boxes of latex free/powder free gloves that fit your hands (mandatory for services)
2 Bottles Pump hand sanitizer
2- 2 inch, 3 ring binder for handouts/assignments
Notebook Paper for 1 notebook
Notebook page dividers to organize notebook contents
Tri-fold display board 36” x 48” (needed in March and will be available for purchase at WST)
Office type items for projects (these would be purchased whenever needed throughout the program, some items for projects are provided by the school)
Second year students may be given an additional list of supplies
Second year students must purchase supplies needed to create the state board kit which averages around $75
Our courses prepare students with the skills necessary to pass the Washington State Board, written and practical examination, necessary for licensing, and the competency to obtain an entry level position in the field of Esthetics. All courses include state board prep and help with preparing for the written and practical test requirements.
Thank you for your interest in our program and we hope to hear from you soon, feel free to stop by for a service!
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https://www.westsoundtech.org/
West Sound Technical Skills Center
101 National Avenue
North Bremerton, WA 98312
360-473-0550
Please welcome Paula Williams to our NEWTech Community. Paula is our new Dental Careers instructor.
Paula is an experienced dental professional with more than 26 years in clinical dentistry, operations management, nonprofit leadership, and dental education. As an Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA), Operations Manager, and Co-Founder of Good News Dental, she has dedicated her career to expanding access to quality dental care while mentoring future dental professionals.
Her experience spans private practice, community health, nonprofit clinics, and school-based prevention programs. Paula serves on the Dental Advisory Boards for the NEWTech Skill Center and Spokane Community College and is passionate about developing innovative programs that improve oral health outcomes and strengthen the dental workforce.
Outside of work, Paula enjoys gardening, long walks, traveling, and spending quality time with her family, which includes her husband, Tommy, their six sons, three daughters-in-law, and three grandchildren.
Twin Harbors Skills Center
Twin Harbors provides career and technical education to high school students interested in employment after high school and/or preparation for entering college or apprenticeship options.
About Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice program is an overview of the criminal justice system and the careers available in this growing employment field. Learning opportunities include field trips to criminal justice and public service facilities, interaction with guest speakers from law enforcement, the courts, and potential YMCA Mock Trial competitions. Students receive training on critical analysis, problem solving, constitutional rights, the legal system, juvenile justice, investigative procedures and motor vehicle and building searches.
Learn More:
https://thsc.asd5.org/
410 North G Street
Aberdeen, WA 98520
360-538-2039
Tri-Tech Skills Center
About Cosmetology
Are you a trendsetter? The cosmetology program will teach you the technical skills you need as well as the professional skills you need for a successful career in the industry. Licensing requirements consist of theory and practical application of theory. Instruction and application-based learning in the program include training in basic cosmetology services such as shampooing, scalp and hair analysis/treatment, hair cutting and trimming, removal and trim of facial hair and thermal, wet and dry styling. Students will be required to purchase supply kits. Students must provide their own transportation to the programs. Students will have to continue into the adult programs to complete their Washington license requirements.
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Tri-Tech Skills Center
https://tritech.ksd.org/
Address: 5929 W Metaline Ave
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 222-7300
West Sound Tech Skills Center - WST
About Culinary Arts
WST Culinary Arts Program
Welcome to the West Sound Technical Skills Center/ Culinary Arts/ Food Service Program. We are looking forward to you attending the Skill’s Center this fall. We have an exciting, interesting, demanding and professional culinary class planned for you. Professionalism, Leadership and Employability skills will be taught and emphasized from the very beginning of class. We hope you are up for the task, it requires dedication, teamwork, lots of physical stamina and the ability multi-task that is required in the food service industry. I would like to urge you to contact the Instructor so you will know what will be expected of you in the Program.
There is a strong emphasis on professionalism, leadership and employability skills. This program has a large commercial kitchen, where the student will develop marketable skills in basic principles of cooking and baking techniques. In our dining room and deli area the student will learn the operations of how a restaurant functions and will be able to perform those competencies for an entry level position in the foodservice industry.
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https://www.westsoundtech.org/
West Sound Technical Skills Center
101 National Avenue
North Bremerton, WA 98312
360-473-0550
Twin Harbors provides career and technical education to high school students interested in employment after high school and/or preparation for entering college or apprenticeship options.
About Automotive Technology
Our Advanced Automotive Program will give you the tools to successfully progress through a post-secondary program or go straight to work in the Automotive Parts or Repair Industry.
This course is designed for students interested in pursuing mechanics as a career choice and will prepare you for entry-level automotive employment. The application of basic automotive knowledge will be stressed as well as electronics, repair, maintenance, and trouble-shooting. Students will acquire job entry-level skills and be encouraged to pursue additional training. Each student will be encouraged to become certified in 6 of the 8 Automotive Service of Excellence (ASE) areas. Certifications include: 1) Engine Repair; 2) Electricity/Electronics; 3) Engine Performance; 4) Brakes/ ABS; 5) Suspension & Steering; 6) Heating and Air Conditioning.
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https://thsc.asd5.org/
410 North G Street
Aberdeen, WA 98520
360-538-2039
SkillsUSA Washington
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Meet Lana Messenger, our 2026–27 Eastern Region Representative from SeaTech Skills Center (Walla Walla Public Schools).
Energetic, respectful, and supportive, Lana brings a lot of heart to the SkillsUSA Washington State Officer Team. Outside of SkillsUSA, you’ll likely find her involved in musical theater or choir, and her dream workshop topic would be criminal justice.
Lana sees SkillsUSA as a place where students can discover what comes next, challenge themselves, and build the self-discipline and confidence needed for their future.
This year, Lana is ready to LEVEL UP by helping students across the Eastern Region see just how many possibilities are ahead of them.
Welcome, Lana!
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NCTA’s Core Plus Aerospace Manufacturing program offers hands-on training where students learn real-world skills using industry-standard tools and techniques. Explore exciting careers in aerospace while earning high school credit, industry certifications, and potential college credit.
Through partnerships with Boeing, Hexcel, and Janicki Industries, students gain exclusive insight into real aerospace manufacturing operations. Annual field trips to these facilities let students see advanced technology in action and connect classroom learning to real industry careers.
Students also have opportunities for internships, which can lead directly to entry-level jobs after graduation.
Learn more about NCTA programs:
🌐 www.nwtech.k12.wa.us
Ready to get started?
✅ Apply now: ncta.smapply.io
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COME TOGETHER: Hundreds of representatives from dozens of organizations gathered at Shadle Park High School this morning with a single goal: supporting families impacted by the Spokane Complex Wildfires.
Spokane Public Schools superintendent Adam Swinyard and Innovia Foundation CEO Shelly O'Quinn convened the assembly of government agencies, nonprofit organizations, faith community leaders, health care providers, educators and many other entities engaged in fire recovery efforts.
Keep reading at spokaneschools.org/article/3060064.
Find a local resource directory for those impacted by wildfires at SpokaneCommunityResources.org.
Every product that arrives at a store or business has a journey, and keeping that journey moving takes coordination and teamwork.
Meet Mark Storslee, Operations Service Center Director.
Mark works for The Northwest Seaport Alliance, helping ships and containers navigate in and out of the Port. He and his team ensure vessels and cargo move efficiently so goods can reach their destinations around the world. His work connects to Maritime|253’s Port Operations & Logistics pathway, showing students how careers in logistics help keep global trade moving.
Link in bio to learn more about Maritime|253 and explore career opportunities for students.
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About Construction Trades
If you like to build things, the Construction Trades program may be right for you. Be part of the construction process at a residential worksite for Habitat for Humanity. The program provides a foundation in basic residential and commercial construction while preparing you for a successful career as a skilled craftsperson, construction manager, architect or engineer.
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Tri-Tech Skills Center
https://tritech.ksd.org/
Address: 5929 W Metaline Ave
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 222-7300
West Sound Tech Skills Center - WST
About Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice Program at West Sound Tech is designed to introduce students to the many different occupations available to them in the Criminal Justice field. Students learn the basics of Criminal Law, Law Enforcement, Investigations, the Courtroom, Evidence Collection, Forensic Analysis and Corrections. The class is both in-class lecture as well as hands-on. Students learn writing report skills along with various crime scene techniques and different police tactics.
Students participate in different physical fitness activities where they are pushed towards reaching the minimum physical fitness standards necessary to pass the police academy. When possible, students participate in field trips throughout the year to the police academy, prisons, courtrooms, the Kitsap 911 Call Center, the Coroner’s office and many other locations to introduce them to the various occupations Criminal Justice has to offer. The students will receive in-class presentations and demonstrations by military personnel and various Federal, State and local law enforcement representatives.
Feel free to contact the instructor, Eric Bockelie or Jerry Swayze for any questions.
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https://www.westsoundtech.org/
West Sound Technical Skills Center
101 National Avenue
North Bremerton, WA 98312
360-473-0550
The U.S. Construction industry needed an estimated 439,000 additional workers in 2025 just to keep up with demand.
The demand for skilled professionals continues to grow, creating incredible opportunities for students entering the Trades. Your NEWTech Prep Skill Center is helping to prepare the next generation of skilled professionals with great industry partners like the Northwest Laborers Employers Training Trust, Inland Northwest AGC, Inland Empire Electrical Training Trust, Construction Industry Training Council of Washington, NE Washington N Idaho Sheet Metal Educational Training Trust and the Associated Builders and Contractors Inland Pacific.
First day back in the office and we toured Representative Adison Richards around the building and new construction. Looking forward to the 26’-27’ school year we have a lot of exciting plans for this year!
Today is the big day!! We are excited to welcome incoming and prospective students from 4-6 p.m. It you would like to get a sneak peek, take our virtual tour: https://maritime253.tacomaschools.org/.../maritime253...
Tri-Tech Skills Center
About Computer Science & Cyber Security
Electricity, often taken for granted, is what makes our modern world function. Trained electricians make that world work and are in extremely high demand. If you want to learn in an application-based environment, this program may be just for you!
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Tri-Tech Skills Center
https://tritech.ksd.org/
Address: 5929 W Metaline Ave
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 222-7300
West Sound Tech Skills Center - WST
About Cosmetology
We are committed to facilitating your success and will provide guidance in processes and procedures, which will assist your progress through the program of study. We will do our best to ensure your success in your chosen career pursuit. We strive to help students to develop the necessary competencies needed to meet the diverse challenges in the competitive beauty industry. West Sound Technical Skills Center provides students professional quality education and training to achieve the necessary requirements to earn a portion of the Washington State licensing hours that qualify toward the State required hours for licensure. We strive to create an environment that is student centered, where teamwork is encouraged, personal and professional development is promoted, and respect for others is fundamental.
The high school Cosmetology program will provide an introduction to industry theory and technical skills in the following categories:
Professional Career
Washington State Cosmetology laws, rules and regulations
Career opportunities
Business skills, desk and dispensary
Professional image, communication in the work place
History of Cosmetology
General Sciences
The general sciences necessary for the field of Cosmetology
Hair Care, Hairstyling and Haircutting
Technical principles of hair design, hair care, to include all types of hair, and care of the scalp
The foundations of the art of hairstyling to include arranging, styling, and creative design
Foundations of haircutting techniques to perform haircuts to meet industry standards
Chemical Texture Services
Concepts of chemical texture services to include permanent waving, chemical relaxing and curl reformation
Cosmetology Lab Clinic I
Students perform hands on practical experience using knowledge and skills achieved from related instruction
Students will be required to read and comprehend professional technical manuals; perform required business math skills; and communicate effectively in written and oral presentations. Manual dexterity is a requirement. Command of strong cognitive and problem solving skills will factor in student success. There is a strong emphasis on employability skills, professionalism, leadership and teamwork. Attendance policies are strictly adhered to and have a direct link to grading. As with all hands-on training, you must be present and engaged in the learning process to be successful.
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https://www.westsoundtech.org/
West Sound Technical Skills Center
101 National Avenue
North Bremerton, WA 98312
360-473-0550
NCTA’s Core Plus Construction program is a hands-on learning experience where students develop real-world construction skills while working with industry-standard tools, materials, and techniques. Explore careers in the skilled trades while earning high school credit, industry certifications, and the opportunity for college credit!
Learn more about this exciting program and all that NCTA has to offer:
🌐 www.nwtech.k12.wa.us
Ready to take the next step?
✅ Apply today: ncta.smapply.io
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