Upcoming Events

Saturday, June 6, 2009, 10 am - Information Session: Court Reporting Technology & Equipment Get acquainted with the steno machine. Watch hands-on demonstrations of the equipment and test it out! See how students combine their skills with the latest computer technology to instantly convert shorthand notes into readable English text. Call 215-728-4426 to register.

Saturdays in June - Building Trades Open House for High School Seniors and Families

Walk-ins accepted between 10am – 1pm or call 215-728-4733 to set an appointment Monday-Friday.

• Learn more about our entry-level training programs and job search assistance
• Tour our new facility and modern shops with up-to-date equipment and technologies
• Meet our industry-experienced instructors
• Receive enrollment information and admissions application
• Inquire about financial aid and our high school scholarship award program (application due May 25, 2009)
  

News & Newsworthy

Orleans has added a sixth training program to its successful line-up of building trades offerings. The school will begin a six-month Telecommunications Technician training program in June 2009 to teach students the technical skills to install residential and commercial communications cable and equipment.

School of Distinction
Orleans Technical Institute's Northeast Campus received a five-year accreditation renewal and "School of Distinction Award" from the nationally recognized Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. This award acknowledges superior quality, integrity, and educational effectiveness to students, graduates, and employers.

Grant Award
Orleans Technical Institute achieved success as one of five court reporting schools across the country to receive a second federal grant to train "realtime writers" to help meet strict FCC mandates on television captioning.

Employer AwardsOrleans Technical Institute and its parent organization, JEVS Human Services, awarded the following honors at "Strictly Business," an annual fund-raising event that provides scholarships to students attending Orleans.

2008 Business Leadership AwardAtlas Heating and Cooling, Inc. was chosen to receive the Business Leadership Award because of their commitment to supporting the vocational and personal success of its employees and its nearly decade-long hiring partnership with JEVS’ career training school, Orleans Technical Institute. Headquartered in Feasterville, Pa., Atlas has hired dozens of students from Orleans’ air conditioning, refrigeration and heating program.

2007 Business Leadership Award
David Brandolph Electric Co. received this award becaues of their commitment to supporting the vocational and personal success of its employees and its decade-long recruitment and hiring relationship with Orleans Technical Institute. Brandolph Electric is active on the school's Employer Advisory Committee, sharing technical expertise and years of experience to ensure that Orleans graduates are well-prepared to work in the industry. Brandolph Electric is a family-owned and operated, licensed electrical contractor specializing in commercial electrical work.

2006 Workplace Solutions Award
SEPTA received this award for its strong partnership with Orleans Technical Institute. SEPTA's recruiters attend the school's Employer Advisory Committee meetings and collaborate closely with the school to ensure that students receive the technical skills needed for success in the workplace. Once employed by SEPTA, Orleans graduates benefit from the company's commitment to ensuring the personal and vocational success of its employees through its exemplary workplace practices.

2005 Business Leadership Award
The Marlton, NJ, office of Honeywell received this award because of its 10-year partnership with Orleans Technical Institute to facilitate hiring and retention of more than 30 graduates of the school. Honeywell is also an active partner with Orleans Tech staff in ensuring that training reflects current employer and industry standards by serving as a member of the school's Employer Advisory Council. The company is a nationwide provider of services to utility companies' customers.