MVCTC Recognized as an Ohio CAT Tier 1 School

04/11/2025

The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) is proud to announce that it has been recognized as an Ohio CAT Tier 1 School—the highest level of school-based partnership offered by Ohio CAT. MVCTC is one of only 15 schools across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana to receive this prestigious designation.

This exclusive Tier 1 status signifies a strong and strategic collaboration between MVCTC and Ohio CAT, a leader in heavy equipment solutions. The partnership is designed to enhance student opportunities, strengthen technical training, and build clear career pathways for the next generation of skilled workers in the diesel, heavy equipment, and power systems industries.

As an Ohio CAT Tier 1 School, MVCTC will receive a wide range of benefits, including:

  • Quarterly industry engagement tailored to program needs and instructor schedules

  • Free access to Ohio Cat curriculum and online training materials

  • Support for Industry-Recognized Credentialing

  • Priority consideration for annual equipment, parts, and tool donations

  • Sponsorship opportunities for student activities and events

  • Co-op, internship, and pre-apprenticeship opportunities

  • Support for project-based learning, CTSO involvement, and instructor mentorship

  • Annual teacher training opportunities, including CEUs and no-cost equipment instruction

  • Participation in MVCTC's Business Advisory Council 

MVCTC’s Heavy Equipment and Diesel Power Technologies programs are especially poised to benefit from this partnership, ensuring students are better equipped for career success in high-demand industries.