The Certificate of Achievement in Computer Science leads to entry-level employment in computer science, engineering and other areas where high aptitude in computer programming is recognized. The program prepares students for careers as engineering aides, scientific computing technicians and junior programmers. The program also prepares students to transfer to a university with a major in computer science.

The Hospitality Foundation Certificate is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to seek employment in the fields of restaurant management, hotel/resort management, food and beverage service, and special events/meeting planning.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Perform activities associated with setting up, monitoring, controlling, marketing and improving hospitality services to meet industry requirements.
✓ Demonstrate understanding of the operations performed within the hospitality industry.
✓ Apply problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to provide customer service, to improve interpersonal skills, and to resolve workplace conflict.
✓ Apply mathematical principles necessary for decision-making in the hospitality industry.

The Culinary Arts Foundation Certificate is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to begin their own culinary arts business, for professional improvement and retraining, or for a wide variety of employment opportunities in the profession.

Learning Outcome(s):

🗸 Demonstrate fundamental skills in food handling, dining room, beverage service, baking and food service, and use of kitchen
equipment and tools.
🗸 Define classic cooking terminology and methods, apply health and safety standards.

🗸 Evaluate information, solving problems, and making decisions related to food preparation and food service.

🗸 Describe career opportunities within the food industry and strategize own career pathway.

The Computerized Accounting Certificate program is designed to provide students with basic accounting skills and knowledge necessary to obtain entry-level accounting and other accounting support positions in small and medium-sized businesses which use computerized accounting systems.

Learning Outcomes

✓ Be eligible for employment as a bookkeeper, accounting clerk, or other comparable jobs.

The Certificate of Achievement in Computer Information Systems is concerned with the development of procedures which are effective and efficient, computer languages suitable for starting these procedures, and systems for executing the procedures. This may include the ability to write programs in Visual BASIC, C++ or Java and applications such as Excel. Graduates of the program are prepared for employment as trainees in information systems, computer programming, and systems analysis. Completion of the degree provides background for curriculum at a four-year institution such as the California State University system a Fullerton or Pomona. Students intending to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems should consult the major requirements for upper-division standing listed under the Business Administration major at the school of their choice.

The Certificate of Completion in Commercial Textile Worker prepares students for entry-level employment in the commercial textile industry. Students will learn different types of fabrics, seam finishes, garment styles, and garment construction and repair.

Learning Outcomes

✓ Apply the concept and skills of sewing to successfully construct a garment.

This certificate will provide college readiness algebra and composition classes to prepare students to be successful in college and/or university placement and studies.

The Certificate of Competency in Adult Secondary Education, College Preparation Mathematics is designed to prepare students with arithmetic and basic Algebra skills for higher level Algebra and math study skills to transition to College Math Algebra Course.

The Certificate of Proficiency in Code Enforcement provides students with the course work necessary for employment. It also includes the basic information for a successful career in code enforcement. It is designed for individuals seeking a career as a Code Enforcement Officer as well as sworn or non-sworn inspectors, officers, or investigators employed by a city, state, or county agency seeking specialized training in prevention, detection, investigation and enforcement of violations of statutes or ordinances regulating public health, safety, and welfare, public works, business activities and consumer protection, building standards, land-use, or municipal affairs.

The Certificate of Completion in Carpenter prepares students for entry-level employment in companies that manufacture kitchen and bathroom cabinets, music/media furniture, book shelves, and other furniture items using a variety of finishes.