Upper Valley Career Center

Upper Valley Career Center Career and technical education creates a lifetime of opportunity.

Upper Valley Career Center has a strong tradition of excellence and innovation in career technical education. Currently 40% of our HS graduates go on to Post Secondary Education or continue their education through an apprenticeship. Adult students including those from the School of Practical Nursing are pursuing their dream of a better career and greater career potential.

There is a lot happening at UVCC this summer!While students and staff are enjoying a well-deserved break, our Maintenanc...
06/17/2026

There is a lot happening at UVCC this summer!
While students and staff are enjoying a well-deserved break, our Maintenance team is hard at work preparing the building for another school year.

From fresh paint and new lightbulbs to freshly waxed floors and countless behind-the-scenes projects, their work helps keep our campus looking its best. 💡

They are busy from the moment they arrive until the moment they leave, and we are incredibly grateful for everything they do to keep UVCC running smoothly. Thank you, Maintenance team!

Time for this week's Alumni Spotlight!Meet Emily Campbell, a 2016 graduate of our Medical Technologies program and a Lab...
06/17/2026

Time for this week's Alumni Spotlight!

Meet Emily Campbell, a 2016 graduate of our Medical Technologies program and a Labor & Delivery Tech at Miami Valley Hospital.

Emily stays busy balancing school and work as she pursues her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Sinclair Community College while working night shift in Labor & Delivery. She is halfway through her program and is working toward her goal of becoming a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse.

She credits UVCC with laying the foundation for her medical knowledge and giving her the confidence to care for others. One of the most important lessons she learned was how to approach everyone with compassion, a skill she continues to use every day in healthcare.

Her advice to current students: UVCC is a great place to learn and grow. It was the start of a career she has enjoyed since 2016, and she encourages students to take advantage of the opportunities available to them. 💙

06/16/2026

Check out our new medical simulation rooms! 🩺

These state-of-the-art spaces give Adult Education nursing students (and occasionally Medical Careers Academy students) the opportunity to practice hands-on skills in a realistic healthcare setting.

From the observation room, instructors can adjust patient vitals and create real-world scenarios, helping students build confidence, strengthen critical thinking skills and prepare for the situations they’ll encounter in the field.

Let's play a game! 👀We zoomed in on five different pieces of equipment from five of our labs. Can you figure out what th...
06/15/2026

Let's play a game! 👀

We zoomed in on five different pieces of equipment from five of our labs. Can you figure out what they are and where they belong? Drop your guesses below!

Jennie Bertke, UVCC Pre-Engineering Instructor at our Piqua Satellite location, recently attended the Ohio STEM Innovati...
06/14/2026

Jennie Bertke, UVCC Pre-Engineering Instructor at our Piqua Satellite location, recently attended the Ohio STEM Innovation Summit in Columbus.

The summit brings together educators, industry leaders, and partners from across Ohio who are committed to advancing high-quality STEM education. Sessions focused on creating strong learning cultures, innovative teaching practices, and pathways that prepare students for future careers.

As part of the experience, participants even put the design thinking process into action by building LEGO ducks during a hands-on activity! 🦆

Andres is already halfway to earning his GED. You could be next! 🎓At UVCC Adult Education, you can earn your state-issue...
06/13/2026

Andres is already halfway to earning his GED. You could be next! 🎓

At UVCC Adult Education, you can earn your state-issued high school diploma and qualify for FREE training in high-demand careers.

Starting July 1, Ohio's adult diploma pathways are changing. The current Adult Diploma Program (ADP) and 22+ Program are being replaced by the new Adult Workforce Diploma Program (AWDP), creating new opportunities for adults to earn a diploma while gaining workforce credentials.

At UVCC Adult Education, available AWDP credential pathways include:
✔️ CNA
✔️ Welding (MIG)
✔️ HVAC/R - Cooling
✔️ Industrial Electrical Systems

Ready to take the next step? Comment "Diploma" or contact us to learn more!

Recently graduated seniors: if you earned your laptop, this is a reminder to come pick it up before June 18! 💻
06/12/2026

Recently graduated seniors: if you earned your laptop, this is a reminder to come pick it up before June 18! 💻

Did you know high school juniors and seniors can take career training courses through UVCC Adult Education at no cost th...
06/11/2026

Did you know high school juniors and seniors can take career training courses through UVCC Adult Education at no cost through Ohio's OTC+ program? ✨

Ben Jackson, a homeschooled student, took advantage of this opportunity by enrolling in our Precision Tooling & Machining Program while still in high school. Through OTC+, Ben has been able to gain valuable hands-on training, industry skills, and career experience while preparing for his future.

OTC+ gives eligible students the chance to explore in-demand career fields, earn industry credentials, and get a head start on their careers, all at no cost.

Interested in learning more about OTC+ opportunities through UVCC Adult Education? Complete the following form: https://forms.gle/9tGtTxuu3CXK17xK6

Since we are getting ready to welcome the Class of 2028, we thought we would share some interesting stats from our recru...
06/11/2026

Since we are getting ready to welcome the Class of 2028, we thought we would share some interesting stats from our recruitment team!

We are excited to visit the Class of 2029 this fall! 🤩

We took a short break from , but we are back!Meet Kyle Stager, a 2005 graduate of our Carpentry program and now the ins...
06/10/2026

We took a short break from , but we are back!

Meet Kyle Stager, a 2005 graduate of our Carpentry program and now the instructor of UVCC's Construction Technologies program.

Kyle gets to do what he loves every day: share the knowledge he's gained over more than two decades in the construction industry and help students build their futures. His journey came full circle after graduating from UVCC and returning as a paraprofessional in the Carpentry and Building Maintenance programs. After earning his teaching license from The Ohio State University and spending time teaching construction in Columbus and at Fort Loramie High School, he returned to UVCC as the Construction Technologies instructor.

Kyle says one of the most valuable lessons he learned at UVCC was to keep an open mind when opportunities arise, a mindset that helped shape his career path.

His advice to current students: you only have one life. Live it to the fullest, give your best effort every day, and have no regrets. 💙

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8811 Career Drive
Piqua, OH
45356

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+19377781980

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