Southridge Career Academy

SOUTHRIDGE CAREER ACADEMY CONTACTS

Jose Lopez
Coordinator, Career Advantage
DMACC Southridge Career Academy
1111 E. Army Post Rd
DSM, IA 50315
515-322-9039
email


Paige Warden

Academic Advisor
515-287-8715
email

 

Career Academy Programs at
DMACC Southridge Career Academy

The Southridge Career Academy provides state-of-the-art career and technical training and college credit to high school students from five Warren County school districts - Carlisle, Indianola, Martensdale St. Mary's, Norwalk and Southeast Warren, and some Marion County schools as well. The Academy allows students to explore possible career fields and earn college credits at no cost to the student.

Classes Offered

These classes provide area high school students with excellent educational opportunities. All DMACC Career Academy programs are one year long (two semesters). Several academies offer a second year of programming. Students must complete Year 1 before enrolling in Year 2. Registration in these courses is handled by local guidance counselors and principals.

Programs Available

This program introduces students to the highly technological industry of Auto Collision and Repair. Students will gain experience in the areas of basic shop operations, and procedures, welding, painting and shop safety. A total of 16 DMACC credits are available upon completion of all DMACC Career Academy course offerings.

Course # Course Name Credits
Classes offered M-F 1:10-3:10 p.m.
Fall Semester
Loading... Basic Shop Safety (Fall) 1
Loading... Intro to Collision Repair 5
Loading... Collision Repair Equipment 2
Spring Semester
Loading... Introduction to Refinishing 5
Loading... Employability Skills 2

The Automotive Mechanics Technology program is designed to prepare students for employment in the automotive service industry. This technological program allows students to gain experience with shop tools, automotive engines, brakes, suspension and alignment. Twenty-three DMACC credits are available upon completion of all DMACC Career Academy course offerings.

Course # Course Name Credits
Year 1 classes offered M-F 7:40-9:40 a.m. or 1:10-3:10 p.m.
Fall Semester
Loading... Intro to Automotive Technology I 6
Spring Semester
Loading... Intro to Automotive Technology II 6
Year 2 classes offered M-F 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Fall Semester
Loading... Automotive Engine Repair 3
Loading... Auto Electrical I 4
Spring Semester
Loading... Auto Electrical II 4
Loading... Automotive Service Management 2

The Business Academy is an exploratory academy for students who have an interest in entering the business profession but are not sure what pathway they want to go. Students are provided a foundation of courses that will prepare them for entrance into multiple business-related postsecondary opportunities. Fifteen DMACC credits are available upon completion of all DMACC Career Academy course offerings.

Course # Course Name Credits
Classes offered M-R 1:10-3:10 p.m. and F 1:10-2:10 p.m.
Fall Semester
Loading... Intro to Business 3
TBD TBD  
Loading... Transition to College 1
Spring Semester
Loading... Principles of Management 3
Loading... Principles of Marketing 3
Loading... Exploring Careers 1
 

This program introduces students to the field of criminal justice. They encounter project-based learning in Introduction to Criminal Justice and Juvenile Delinquency, as well as participate in hands-on experiences in Criminal Investigation and Criminal Justice Report Writing. Students begin career exploration through tours and guest speakers in Survey of Criminal Justice Agencies. Included is a college preparation course, covering such topics as time management, study strategies, and financing their education. This year-long program includes fourteen DMACC credits.

Course # Course Name Credits
Classes offered M-F 7:40-9:40 a.m.
Fall Semester
Loading... Intro to Criminal Justice 3
Loading... Criminal Investigations 3
Loading... Criminal Justice Report Writing 1
Spring Semester
Loading... Survey of Criminal Justice Agencies 3
Loading... Juvenile Delinquency 3
Loading... Transition to College 1

 

Ready to make a difference? The Emergency Medical Technician Program will provide students with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to provide lifesaving services in your community. EMT students will function in uncommon and high-stress situations by performing comprehensive patient assessments, obtaining vital signs, controlling hemorrhaging, bandaging wounds, administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (including use of automated external defibrillators) and providing pre-hospital emergency medical care of simple and multiple system injuries. Six DMACC credits are available upon completion of all DMACC Career Academy course offerings.

*Students will have the opportunity to enroll in Spring semester.

*Students must be 17 years of age by the first day of class.

*In addition to classroom time, students will be required to attend clinical and field rotations during the course of the class that will require an investment of approximately 32 hours outside of the normal classroom hours. Students must also complete a criminal background check.

Course # Course Name Credits
Classes offered M-R 1:10-3:10 p.m. and F 1:10-2:05 p.m.
Fall or Spring Semester
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Loading... Exploring Careers 1

 

This program will provide students the opportunity to explore careers in health care and work toward CNA training. A total of 14 DMACC credits are available upon completion of all DMACC Career Academy course offerings. Courses require extended clinical sessions in evenings and/or weekends.

Course # Course Name Credits
Classes offered M-F 7:40-9:40 a.m. or 1:10-3:10 p.m.
Single Semester Program—Fall or Spring
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New Course Career Exploration Based—Name TBD 4

This program provides students with an opportunity to explore education-related professions and take part in real-life teaching experiences. Students will spend a total of 120 hours shadowing elementary and secondary teachers during portions of their assigned class time. Courses fulfill Level I Field Experience requirements at many four-year colleges. Students may earn up to 8 credits in this Academy.

Course # Course Name Credits
Classes offered T 1:10-3:10 p.m., W 1:10-3:05 p.m. and 2:10-3:05 p.m. (web-blended)
Fall Semester
Loading... Foundations of Education 3
Loading... Exploring Careers 1
Classes offered T 1:10-2:05 p.m. and 2:10-3:05 p.m. (web-blended) , W 1:10-3:10 p.m.
Spring Semester
Loading... Initial Field Experience 2
Loading... Electronic Portfolio Development 2

This program allows students to engage in experiential learning in the area of welding. Students will learn a variety of skills and processes in several methods of joining metals. A total of 10 DMACC credits are available upon completion of all DMACC Career Academy course offerings.

Course # Course Name Credits
Classes offered M-F 7:40-9:40 a.m. or 1:10-3:10 p.m.
Fall Semester
Loading... Intro to Safety and Health of Welders 1
Loading... Print Reading and Welding Symbols 3
Loading... GMAW Short Circuit 2
Loading... Exploring Careers 1
Spring Semester
Loading... Inspections/Test Princ: SENSE1 1
Loading... Thermal Cutting Processes II 1
Loading... GMAW Spray Transfer 2
Loading... Employability Skills 2