Opened in 1975, Polaris Career Center offers career-path programs for 11th and 12th grade high school students, career-technical and special interest courses for adults, and on-site corporate training and consulting services for business and industry.  A modern facility, convenient location, and state-of-the-art equipment and technology are just part of the reason Polaris is a recognized leader in career-technical skill training.

High School
(440-891-7600)

Polaris Career Center has helped thousands of 11th and 12th grade students from the Berea, Brooklyn, Fairview, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, and Strongsville school districts gain the knowledge and training needed to succeed.  Polaris combines real world career-technical training with related academics and employability skills.  At Polaris, you can begin earning college semester hour credit before you ever step foot on a college campus.  After graduation, your options are endless.  You can enter the job market or capitalize on those college credit hours by continuing your education at a two- or four-year college.

Adult Education
(440-891-7600)

The Polaris Career Center Adult Education Department offers comprehensive education and training services key to individuals entering the job market, seeking a new career or looking to update their skills.  Our programs and services are continually upgraded and expanded to remain current with today’s changing technology and job market.  With over 200 courses, the Adult Education Department offers a wide array of classes and seminars ranging from child care and small business to automotive technology and computer/information technology training.  On the lighter side, we offer a number of exciting personal enrichment classes for those who want to improve their lives, enhance their free time or take a class for fun.

Polaris Business Resource Center
(440-891-7701)

For companies, the Polaris Business Resource Center, an ISO 9001:2000 registered organization, delivers on-site corporate and community training and consulting services.  We employ a systemic approach to maximize performance improvement results for our clients and customers.  Some of our capabilities include job analysis, team analysis, 360 degree surveys, interpersonal skills seminars and technical skills training.  These programs and services are designed to update your employees’ skills and keep your organization competitive. Whether you’re looking for a one-day computer seminar or ISO 9000 consultation, we can tailor our services to meet your company needs.

Customer Services

Polaris Career Center has a number of services which are available to the community and educational organizations: the New Beginnings Style Salon, the Culinary Connection Restaurant, the Polaris Nursery School, Old Oak Deli and more.