OKAW Class Offering
We offer a wide variety of vocational classes for student to explore their interest and career path.
Culinary Arts and Food Service
This program is for students aiming for employment in the food industry. Classroom work will include food preparation using restaurant equipment
Foundations to Education
This program is aimed at senior students desiring a career in education.
Office Technology / Business Entrepreneur
Provides practical experience on how to work in a business environment, with an emphasis on small business management and entrepreneurship
Graphic Design / Commercial Arts
Students will be given experiences in advertising, computer graphics, paste-up design, sign painting, fashion design, interior design, and display design.
Health Occupations
This program meets the requirements for the Illinois Department of Public Health Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program.
Building Trades
This program is aimed at students desiring a career in construction. The class constructs a modern home each year
Auto Body
Students will learn how to uses and how to properly care for tools of the trade, skills needed for welding, replacing and repairing parts and panels as well as interior and exterior cleanup.
Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)
This program provides learning experiences related to the principles, tools, materials, techniques, equipment and processes utilized in the production, layouts, plans and blueprints.
Welding / Metal Fabrication
This program provides experience in different type of welding and cutting, basic math, blueprint reading and layout, metallurgy, fabrication, and repair.
Building Trades
This program is aimed at students desiring a career in construction. The class constructs a modern home each year
Health Occupations
This program meets the requirements for the Illinois Department of Public Health Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program.
Auto Mechanics
Students will get experience in engine tune-up & over-haul, suspension, brakes, wheel balancing, electrical systems, fuel injection, emission control and much more.
Power Mechanics / Power Sports
This is a two year program, vocational in nature, for those junior and senior students who aim for a career in the repair and assembly of farm machinery and power sport vehicles.
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Computer Technology and Networking
Designed for Junior and Senior students who desire a career in some field of Electronics or Computer Networking.
Culinary Arts and Food Service
This program is for students aiming for employment in the food industry. Classroom work will include food preparation using restaurant equipment
Mission Statement
The mission of OKAW Area Vocational Center is to empower students to better their lives and contribute positively to the organizations and communities in which they work and live. We accomplish this by providing students real-world experience through extensive hands-on learning. Students are given the opportunity to practice valuable work skills preparing them for careers in health, business, and technical or professional fields. Each program offered at OKAW Area Vocational Center incorporates the following ten traits that form the core of the Work Ethics curriculum: Attendance, Character, Teamwork, Appearance, Attitude, Productivity, Organizational Skills, Communication, Cooperation, and Respect.