- Chester County Intermediate Unit
- Programs & Services
- Adult Education Programs for Careers

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The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) is proud to offer innovative Adult Education programs at its three Technical College High School (TCHS) Campuses. Adults looking to earn industry certifications, licenses or general training in high-priority occupations are invited to explore the opportunities that abound at their local TCHS Campus: the Brandywine Campus in Downingtown, the Pickering Campus in Phoenixville and the Pennock's Bridge Campus in West Grove.
The Practical Nursing Program prepares post-secondary students to pass the licensing exam and enter the nursing profession as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Full-time and part-time programs are available at the Brandywine.
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Commercial Driver’s License (available at Pickering Campus)
This 150-hour course prepares adults in the classroom and on the road to pass the Commercial Driver’s License test and pursue commercial truck-driving positions.
Certifications Available in Program: Commercial Driver’s License
Tuition: $5,115
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Heavy Civil Technology (available at Pennock’s Bridge Campus)
The Heavy Civil Technology program prepares adults to work on non-building construction projects such as roads, bridges and ports. Adults will have the opportunity to develop heavy equipment operations, safety, earthmoving, hand tools and traffic regulation skills.
Tuition: $3,999
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HVAC (available at Brandywine Campus)
This fast-paced program allows adults to install and repair heating, central air-conditioning, HVAC or refrigeration systems. Adults will also be able to work on oil burners, hot air furnaces and heating stoves in this in-demand industry.
Certifications Available in Program: EPA 608
Tuition: $999
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Welding (available at Pickering and Pennock’s Bridge Campuses)
Pursue a career as a welder! Welders use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand-soldering or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components to fill holes, seams or fabricated metal products. This program will focus on MIG Welding, STICK Welding and OXY-FUEL Cutting.
Tuition: $1,955
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The benefits of CCIU courses include:
- Learning from industry experts to gain the skills necessary to obtain a job and thrive in a new career
- Affordable
- Flexible scheduling
- Networking opportunities with the CCIU’s many business and industry partners
Additional Intergenerational TCHS Programs
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Work in our state-of-the-art classrooms and with our industry experts to earn the required hours to pass the Pennsylvania State Board of Barbering examination and/or the Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology exam.
Programs available:
Barbering (Brandywine campus)
Cosmetology (Brandywine, Pennock's Bridge and Pickering campuses)
Tuition: $13 per hour
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Other certification opportunities are available in our intergenerational TCHS programs. Email AdultEducation@cciu.org for more information.
If you are interested in customized training for your business, please contact AdultEducation@cciu.org.