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Complete college programs as a high school student, tuition free while building skills for high-demand careers. Start a Faster Way Forward today.

Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) and West-MEC have teamed up to bring high school students an unbeatable opportunity

All programs are offered @ PVCC, 18401 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Why Choose PVCC & West-MEC?

Flexible Program
Options

Choose from multiple programs designed to prepare you for high-demand careers.

Tuition-Free
Opportunity

Complete college courses at no cost while still in high school.

High-Demand
Careers

Gain industry-specific skills that employers value.

Programs Designed for Your Future

Explore career pathways in areas such as healthcare, IT, and skilled trades. With hands-on training and real-world experience, these programs are tailored to give you a competitive edge.

Esports

  • Apply technology skills in cybersecurity, networking, hardware, software, platforms, social media, and gaming systems
  • Engage in event planning, entrepreneurship, management, and marketing
  • Plan, design, produce, and compete in gaming tournaments, applying streaming, casting, bracket running, and video editing

1-year program

  • 1-3:10 PM; M-Th,
  • 18 college credits, 2.5 high school
  • elective credits

Who can apply:

Current Sophomores and Juniors

EMT

  • Deliver critical life-support care using a wide variety of medical and diagnostic equipment
  • Experience fast-paced emergencies where your actions make a difference
  • Treat a wide range of patient conditions through a deep understanding of the human body

1-year program

  • 1-3 PM; M-Th,
  • 14 college credits, 2 high school
  • elective credits

Who can apply:

Current Sophomores and Juniors

Paralegal

  • Learn substantive and procedural areas of law, including legal ethics, civil procedure, legal research, and legal writing
  • Acquire legal skill sets and prepare for industry certification and employment in a multitude of legal settings
  • Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills essential for success in any legal career

2-year program

  • 1-3:10 PM, M-Th,
  • 37 college credits, 3 high school
  • elective credits

Who can apply:

Current Sophomores

Don't wait-secure your spot in West-MEC's Fall 2025 programs today!

Apply online at west-mec.edu/apply-now and take the first step toward an exciting, career-ready future.

Hear from Our Students

“West-MEC helped shape me into the person I am today. It is a beautiful place that changes people's lives every day.”

Shani C., West-MEC Alumni

”I would describe it as life changing because it gives us the opportunity to start our career early rather than waiting after high school.”

Abby P., West-MEC Alumni

5487 N. 99th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85305

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Meet Lynn.

The founder of Modern PT, Lynn is dedicated to the wellness of each and every person who walks through the door. Lynn opened this center 10 years ago to be a caring, communicative haven for people of all ages to address their pain. When Lynn isn't using her magic touch to ease pain and increase range of motion, she's attending classes and conferences to implement the most innovative practices and technologies to address her patients' needs.  

Schedule a tour to see Lynn's novel approach to physical therapy.

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person

5487 N. 99th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85305

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