It is a privilege for students to partake in the School-to-Career Program. Students are not required to participate; therefore, they can be removed at any time.  Due to strenuous liability and accountability issues, under no uncertain terms can this privilege be abused. These experiences are an integral part of the school’s curriculum, and participation will reflect directly on the student’s academic standing. Typically, students must receive a “C” or better and have a good attendance and discipline record. Please see the School to Career Office for more information on a variety of work-based experiences for students, including Cooperative Education, Internships, Job Placements, and School-to-Career transition programs. 

Junior and Senior students are eligible to participate in the School-to-Career program after completing a pre-evaluation form.

Additional Requirements (Seniors) – Seniors must complete a minimum of 75% of their task list, maintain a C Final Average in all classes, have zero discipline referrals for Senior year, and less than 10 combined Unexcused Absences and Tardies.

Additional Requirements (Juniors)- Juniors experiences are available after the second marking period. Juniors must complete a minimum of 60% of their task list Maintain a C Final Average in all classes, have zero discipline referrals for Junior year, and less than 10 combined Unexcused Absences and Tardies.

Technical Program Participation During Work-Based Learning-  Students are required to check in with their Technical Instructor during the academic rotation and sign in. All students are required to be in for the NOCTI Exam and pre-determined NOCTI Prep days. (Additional options: Students are required to come in one day per rotation.  Students are required to stay each morning for theory and will be dismissed for COOP.)

Dress Code/Uniform Requirements

• Technical Program Shirt 
• Dark blue or black one or two-piece uniform (short or long-sleeved).   
• OSHA-compliant footwear (ASTM-F2413-24)
• All students will be required to remain in proper attire for the entire time they are in their respective program areas. 
• Since safety is of the utmost importance, street clothes that present a safety violation will not be acceptable. Parents and students may refer to the “Student Handbook and Code of Conduct”, online at bcths.com for clarification of proper street clothing. 
• Safety glasses will be issued at the beginning of the school year.  If safety glasses are lost, the student must purchase a new pair (approximately $5 from the Main Office). If the student wishes to purchase safety glasses, they must be approved by the school.

Equipment, Materials Other Requirements

• No loitering in on vehicles, instructor must give permission to enter vehicles
• A (2-3") 3 ring binder to store learning guides
• Pencils and pens.
• A notebook or lined paper for the 3 ringed binder.
• A TI30XIIS calculator (approximate cost - $12.00).
• A school purchased, lock for the shop locker room, at an approximate cost of $7.00. 
• A Clipboard (optional but recommended) Program Requirements/Costs (approximate)
• Workbook and Job Sheet Book - $46
• Freshman/New Students: A payment of $46 for a workbook and job sheet book is due in the main office by August 28TH. The purpose is to be compliant with the Department of Education as well as the NATEF National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation. Bucks County Technical High School must comply with the new regulations set by NATEF and the Department of Education. Students are encouraged to bring their pink receipts with them on the first day of school. For more information, please visit http://www.natef.org/NATEF-and-You/Students-Parents.aspx

Automotive Technology Juniors & Seniors are required to have a basic hand tool set as listed: NOTE: Standard fractional wrenches and sockets are optional 

• Locking tool box 
• Socket sets 1/4" Drive (3/16" to 1/2" & 5mm to 10mm) 3/8" Drive (1/4" to 3/4" & 10mm to 21mm) ½" Drive (½" to 1" & 12 mm to 21mm) 
• Wrench sets Combination (box and open end)1/4" to 1" & 8mm to 21mm 
• Screwdrivers Flat tip, Phillips, & Torx. 
• Pliers Slip joint, needle nose, locking & side cutting 
• Digital MultiMeter (good quality) 
• Circuit tester (test light) NOTE: Odd sized sockets and specialty wrenches are not required. These will be available from the instructor upon demand. If a documented financial hardship prevents any student from obtaining the required clothing and/or equipment, arrangements can be made to find alternative sources of funding. Please contact our school nurse.