Career Preparation Center

About the Career Preparation Center

The Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center (CPC), in partnership with Lansing Community College for over 40 years, offers high-quality career and technical education to area high school students. These programs give juniors and seniors the opportunity to explore career interests, build transferable skills, and earn high school credit—often with the added benefit of direct college credit or industry-recognized credentials.

Programs are hosted at multiple locations, with 14 offered on Lansing Community College’s West and Downtown campuses. The CPC office is located at LCC West Campus in Room M104. Additional “off-campus” programs take place at sites across Lansing, including:

AIS Construction Company – Heavy Equipment
Potter Park Zoo – Animal Science and Zoo Management
Farm Bureau Insurance – Insurance and Risk Management
Capital Region International Airport – Aviation Careers Institute
Davenport University – Business Academy and Game Design & Programming Academy

Students who complete CPC programs often continue on to apprenticeships, college degrees, or direct employment in their chosen fields. Whether you're interested in business, technology, skilled trades, or animal sciences, there’s a pathway for you.

To explore your options and get started, talk to your high school counselor. In this section, you’ll find more information about our programs, staff, and the services Eaton RESA provides.