High school students
Through articulation agreements between FSCC and area high schools, high school students have a seamless path to pursue their educational goals. Students can enroll in masonry courses as early as their junior or senior year in high school.
Kansas Concurrent High School Student Info
In 2012, the Kansas Legislature passed HB155, establishing the Excel in CTE initiative. This program aims to increase access to high-wage, high-demand careers by funding industry-recognized credentials and allowing high school students to take part in Career Technical Education (CTE) dual enrollment opportunities. Since its launch, the initiative has led to significant growth in the number of secondary students earning industry-recognized credentials and CTE college credits. The list of approved programs and credentials is determined by the State of Kansas and may change annually. There are a number of classes that are paid for completely by this initiative, however not all classes and tests are funded. These are updated yearly by the State of Kansas. For more info, go to Kansas Board of Regents: Excel in CTE webpage. For a complete list of qualified course Fort Scott Community College offers, go here.
*Additional costs not covered under Excel in CTE funding for Kansas concurrent high school Masonry students:
- $60 OSHA 10 Certification cost not covered under Excel in CTE.
- $50 Graduation fee
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Masonry Classes
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Introductory Craft Skills | 3 |
| Safety Orientation (OSHA10) | 1 |
| Masonry 1 | 4 |
| Masonry 2 | 4 |
| Masonry Installation Techniques | 6 |
| Masonry 3 | 4 |
| Masonry 4 | 4 |
| Advanced Masonry Laying Techniques | 6 |
Total Credit Hours for Certificate: 32
Electives
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Cooperative Education | 4 |
| Drafting | 3 |
| Tile Setting | 3 |
| Stone Laying | 3 |
Program Learning Outcomes
- After completion of the OSHA 10 online course, NCCER Core and instruction students will demonstrate appropriate safety in the lab and apply their knowledge of a safe environment to daily construction and masonry situations.
- Students will be able to construct various types of a masonry walls to create a complete quality foundation or decorative element, including multiple techniques and materials.
- Students will be able to apply their knowledge of masonry tools and building materials to real-world applications.
- Students will be able to assess existing masonry structures and develop a strategy to repair or remodel the structure.