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our mission
Creating opportunity for all through education.
American Higher Education Development Corporation (AHED) and its family of Colleges prepare our students for in demand careers. We do this by relentlessly staying on top of job trends and develop programs to support those trends. Our community of students focus on finding fulfilling career paths. Our experienced, passionate and caring educators and professionals value the opportunity to give our students the best chance to achieve their goals.
Many schools, one shared goal:
Brecksville & Maumee, oh
Stautzenberger College
Founded in 1926, Stautzenberger College has been serving the greater Toledo and Cleveland communities for nearly a century. With two magnificent campuses totaling over 65,000 square feet of classroom, laboratory and office space, Stautzenberger College provides a variety of professional and occupational training in serene settings. Degree and diploma programs offered between these two campuses, in on-campus and online formats, include animal sciences; business; cannabis; health sciences like medical assisting, practical nursing, dental and sonography; paralegal studies; and heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration.
rockford, illinois
Rockford Career College
Founded in 1862, for over 160 years Rockford Career College has provided relevant, quality programs geared to get people into the workforce quickly. The combination of small classes with caring and knowledgeable staff provides our students the kind of personalized attention they need to help them succeed. Degree and diploma programs offered, in on-campus and online formats, include animal sciences; business; cannabis; health sciences like medical assisting, practical nursing, dental and sonography; paralegal studies; and skilled trades including heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical and welding.
Knoxville, tennessee
@Home Prep
@Home Prep offers comprehensive contractors licensing exam preparation and reference materials for multiple industries in almost every state. @Home Prep is committed to assisting both Contractors and lay-people in their quest to successfully pass their related trades’ examinations. With construction industry experience dating back to 1973 and teaching experience back to 1981 @Home Prep has all the tools needed to help you achieve your career goals.
our core values
Where Integrity, Excellence & Education Meet.
AHED is driven by the values that define who we are, what we stand for and what we aim to achieve. Our commitment to providing superior education for the fields in need of people and our dedication to our students and their experience is our highest priority. We strive to provide educational experiences of exceptional quality and to develop students who participate in active learning. We are committed to measuring our progress with appropriate national accreditation standards.
AHED's schools offer a range of career services to help students prepare for and succeed in their chosen careers. Our career services teams provide a variety of resources and support to students, including:
Career advisement and guidance: We help students explore career options, identify their strengths and interests, and develop career plans that align with students goals.
Resume and cover letter writing assistance: The teams help students create effective resumes and cover letters that highlight their skills and experience.
Career search strategies: Staff provides guidance on how to conduct successful career searches, including networking, using career search websites, and attending career fairs.
Interview preparation: We help students prepare for job interviews by providing tips and strategies for answering common interview questions, dressing for success, and making positive impressions.
Employer connections: Our schools have relationships with local employers and organizations and can connect students with job and internship opportunities in their field of study.
AHED strives to provide educational experiences of exceptional quality and to develop students who participate in active learning. We are committed to measuring our progress with appropriate national accreditation standards.
AHED strives to develop long-term relationships with students, staff, faculty and the community based on honesty, fairness, and respect. It will further strive to provide a safe environment that supports freedom of inquiry, protects diversity, and fosters a sense of well-being.
Institutional Integrity in Conduct
AHED strives for quality in all aspects of its operations. It also strive for continuous improvement in all areas through regular evaluation and review of programs, faculty effectiveness, and student success.
AHED’s programs and services provide students with the guidelines and support to complete their education and we are committed to the success of our graduates.
our team
Committed to Progress and Innovation:
Empowering Students for In-Demand Careers.
President
Stephen Tave
Stephen Tave
Stephen Tave, AHED member since 2008, brings 30+ years in private post-secondary education. Former President at NYC schools and Director at Art Institute. Co-owner and VP at Institute of Culinary Education, established nationally recognized career program with 30,000+ students yearly. Active in CCA committees. Brooklyn College psychology graduate.
Chief Financial Officer
Drew Emmerling
Drew Emmerling
Drew Emmerling, AHED member since July 2016, brings 25+ years of financial management experience. His roles include 8 years as CFO, 3 years as Regional Controller, and 9 years in financial analyst positions at a Fortune 500 bank. He holds a BS in Economics and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh.
VP Marketing
Ricky Romero
Ricky Romero
Ricky Romero, VP of Marketing & Communications, joined AHED in 2022. Ricky brings 19+ years of private post-secondary education admissions, marketing and financial aid. Ricky oversees student acquisition, admissions, marketing, and system optimization. Ricky brings his expertise in enrollment management, CRM development, business growth, and marketing to the AHED brands.
Director of Compliance
Brian Niedzwiecki
Brian Niedzwiecki
Brian Niedzwiecki, AHED team member since 2015, with 12 years at Stautzenberger College, rising from Career Services to Vice President. Toledo native, EPIC Toledo chairman, “20 under 40” recipient. MA in College Student Personnel and BA in Social Humanitarianism from Bowling Green State University.
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