For thousands of men and women each year, the road to a satisfying career begins when they enroll in a vocational education program. These programs prepare them for specific jobs that may not require a college degree, and cover such diverse fields as construction trades, heating and air conditioning, landscape technology, health services, pharmacy technician and many more. Vocational careers often offer significant flexibility and the opportunity for self-employment in certain fields. Why not explore the opportunities that await? Our certificate programs, stand-alone courses, workshops and online classes can help you succeed in an exciting vocational career.
Overview
Construction Management Certificate Program
Whether you want to start a career in construction, increase your present skills and look for job advancement, or plan to start your own business in construction, this program provides a total overview of the construction management and business process. This program integrates current management techniques with technical skills to provide a comprehensive foundation of practical knowledge and professional expertise about all aspects of the construction industry.
Deciphering Construction Plans (Stand-Alone Course)
This course is beneficial to both field and office personnel and is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge of reading and interpreting plans and specifications for construction projects.
Food Safety Program
This comprehensive program provides a means for food industry professionals to upgrade their skills and apply their knowledge in order to successfully comply with food safety regulations that are getting more complicated and more stringent. The curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the USDA, FDA and the Department of Health Services, pertaining to the manufacturing and handling of safe and wholesome food products. The HACCP Development and Management Certificate is fully accredited by the International HACCP Alliance.
Landscape Technology Certificate Programs – Evening Classes Available!
An innovative short-course series designed to educate landscape maintenance personnel, contractors, designers, consultants, landscape managers, residential gardeners and homeowners the use of water conservation techniques in the planning, installation, and maintenance of Southern California sustainable landscapes.
Plastics Engineering Technology Certificate Program
This certificate program provides practical instruction applicable to materials, processing, product design and tooling. The main emphasis is on practical aspects of Plastics Engineering Technology without being extremely technical so that the knowledge achieved can be applied in day-to-day applications.