Adult & Continuing Education Programs

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Adult & Continuing Education at Dauphin County Technical School!

Our Programs

Whether you’re looking to advance your career, are ready for a change, or just starting out –you are at the right place! Our programs are built with affordability and flexibility in mind and cover a wide range of industries

Nurse Aide Training

Nurse Aides are the front line to patient care and are in high demand! Enroll today and be on your way to a rewarding and lifelong career.

Veterinary Assistant

With projected job growth of 19% in the coming years, veterinary assistant jobs are growing much faster than the average for other occupations.

Welding Essentials

Welding Essentials is designed to prepare you for entry-level employment opportunities within an exciting, rewarding and in demand field.

Automotive Essentials

Do you enjoy working around automobiles but lack the training to get started? Our Automotive Essentials course will put you on the fast-track to a career in the auto industry!

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Complete our program and receive classroom instruction, live simulator training, and on-the-road training with special emphasis on developing safe and efficient operating skills.

Our Other Short-Term Programs

For information on our programs below, please fill out this quick form and we’ll send you course details! Please be sure to choose the course you’re interested in from the dropdown menu.

  • HVAC (30 hours)
  • Electrical Fundamentals (30 hours)
  • Fundamentals of Plumbing (30 hours)
  • Fundamentals of Carpentry (30 hours)
  • Small Engine Fundamentals (15 hours)
  • Construction Fundamentals (32 hours)
  • Forklift Operator Training (6 hours)
  • State Emissions Certification (12 hours)
  • Safety Inspection Mechanic Certification (Cat 1, Cat 2, and Cat 3)

Get Information Today

And be on your way to a new, rewarding career!


Dauphin County Technical School-ACE

6001 Locust Lane
Harrisburg, PA 17109
Phone: 717-652-3170

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