Portage Lakes Career Center

Portage Lakes Career Center is a public institution in Uniontown, Ohio, offering training at the sub-associate level. Located in a large suburban setting near Akron, the career center enrolls approximately 196 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 61.83 out of 100. The institution reports a completion rate of 69% and a retention rate of 82% (IPEDS 2023).

The career center offers two certificate programs: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. The LPN program prepares students for practical nursing licensure and entry into healthcare settings, while the cosmetology program trains students for state cosmetology licensure and careers in the beauty industry.

As a public career center, Portage Lakes serves students in the greater Akron-Canton area of northeast Ohio who are seeking affordable, career-focused training. With programs spanning both healthcare and personal care services, the school provides multiple pathways into in-demand professions. Prospective students should contact the career center for current program availability and enrollment details.