These courses have been recommended by the industry to provide essential preparation for supervising and managing operational areas in a hotel. Courses have been organized to provide an understanding of techniques and knowledge necessary for developing effective leadership and decision-making skills and successful communication among all departments contributing to positive guest experiences. The curriculum was developed with guidance from an advisory council of hospitality professionals who rank skills and knowledge required in the hospitality industry. Upon completion of the program, there are employment opportunities with competitive salaries.

Program Outcome

✓ The outcome of the certificate of achievement is to prepare students for employment within the front office and operational support areas of a hotel.

The FrameCAD Steel Production Certificate prepares students and working professionals for design file preparation, cold form steel(CFS) fabrication, CFS panel production and assembly, and preparation for project delivery. Course projects will use FrameCAD design software to produce custom projects using FrameCAD Factory software on a FrameCAD F325iT machine. Students will also be trained to maintain and operate the machine, prepare worksite documents, and learn to organize workflow safely. People with skills in this transforming industry command high salaries and will be part of a new era of integrative design and construction.

Program Outcomes

✓ Successful students in this program will be able to safely manufacture steel frame custom components using a FrameCAD F325iTmachine and safely assemble the components into a structure.

✓ Successful students will be able to operate and maintain a FrameCAD machine and be able to document projects, materials, and machine records.

✓ Successful students will be able to organize and schedule project workflow to utilize the machine and workers efficiently and safely.

The FrameCAD Steel Production Certificate prepares students and working professionals for design file preparation, cold form steel (CFS) fabrication, CFS panel production and assembly, and preparation for project delivery. Course projects will use FrameCAD design software to produce custom projects using FrameCAD Factory software on a FrameCAD F325iT machine. Students will also be trained to maintain and operate the machine, prepare worksite documents, and learn to organize workflow safely. People with skills in this transforming industry command high salaries and will part of a new era of integrative design and construction.

Program Outcomes

✓ Successful students in this program will be able to safely manufacture steel frame custom components using a FrameCAD F325iT machine and safely assemble the components into a structure.

✓ Successful students will be able to operate and maintain a FrameCAD machine and be able to document projects, materials, and machine records.

✓ Successful students will able to organize and schedule project workflow to utilize the machine and workers efficiently and safely.

The FrameCAD Steel Design Certificate prepares students and working professionals for design, production drawing, and file preparation for panelized steel frame production and installation. Course projects will use FrameCAD Structure and Detailer software to design and prepare files for production on a FrameCAD F325iT machine. FrameCAD is disrupting the way buildings get made by reducing waste, transportation, and build time and by increasing strength and longevity. People with skills in this transforming industry command high salaries and will be part of a new age of design/manufacture/build.

Program Outcome

✓ Successful students in this program will be able to design and produce digital files for a small structure using FrameCAD Structure and Detailer software and export the file for production in FrameCAD Factory.

The Porter Certificate of Completion is provided for students through Coastline College’s Special Programs and Services office. This program is a pathway course of study culminating in competent, entry-level job preparedness with a focus on knowledge, professionalism, and personal responsibility.

This certificate program is a response to state and local requests for occupational/educational training for adults with intellectual disabilities to enter the integrated work force.

Program Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

✔ Demonstrate skills and experience required to take part in basic groundskeeping and custodial activities in both residential and commercial settings.
✔ Independently recall and perform best practices in light maintenance/custodial duties while participating in work activities independently or with faculty, managers, customers, fellow work staff and students.

The Music Industry Certificate of Completion is provided for students through Coastline College’s Special Programs and Services office. This program is a pathway course of study culminating in competent, entry-level job preparedness with a focus on knowledge, practical skills, and personal responsibility.

Courses in this program will be taught by Special Programs music faculty with assistance and mentoring from field professionals. Students will enroll in a series of courses and required participation in a final collaborative performance to earn a Music Certificate of Completion. After receiving this certification, students will have the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to work in an entry-level music industry position such as usher, assistant stage manager, sound/lighting technician, or instrument technician.

Program Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

✔ Demonstrate skills and experience required to take part in a variety of entry-level music industry jobs.
✔ Independently recall and perform best practices while participating in music industry-related activities independently or with faculty, managers, customers, fellow work staff, and students.

The Horticulture Certificate of Completion is provided for students through Coastline College’s Special Programs and Services office. This program is a pathway course of study culminating in competent, entry-level job preparedness with a focus on knowledge, professionalism, and personal responsibility.

Coastline College offers a program specific to the population of students with intellectual/developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders (ID Program). This certificate program is a response to state and local requests for occupational/educational training for adults with intellectual disabilities to enter the integrated work force. Courses in this program will be taught by Special Programs faculty with assistance/mentoring from field professionals. Students will enroll in a pathway series of courses with a required externship to earn a Horticulture Certificate of Completion.

Program Level Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

✔ Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and experience required to work in basic groundskeeping, gardening, nursery, and farming activities.
✔ Independently recall and perform best practices of horticulture settings while participating in work activities independently or with faculty, managers, customers, work staff and students.

The Guest Services Certificate is provided for students through Special Programs' COAST Program. Classes are taught by Special Programs faculty and mentored by field professionals. Students take a series of courses to receive a COAST Guest Services Certificate.

Special Programs is happy to host this three-semester course of study where enrolled students will learn basic guest services skills. Students will learn entry-level skills and responsibilities required to work in the expansive hotel and resort environments throughout Orange County.

Program Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

✔ Demonstrate skills and experience required to take part in basic guest services activities.
✔ Independently recall and perform best practices while participating in work activities alone or with faculty, managers, fellow staff, fellow students and guests.

The Drama Basics Certificate of Completion Program is provided for students through Coastlines College's Special Programs Career Options through Academic Support and Training (COAST) Program. Classes are taught by Special Programs faculty and mentored by field professionals.

During this four-semester program, students will learn acting basics, technical theater basics, and how to succeed in the industry. Classes will be held at the Coastline College campus in Newport Beach and locally throughout Orange County at appropriate theater training sites, including professional and community theaters. In addition to learning the basics of the theater industry, students will have the opportunity to take headshots, identify appropriate casting calls, volunteer as stage crew for a production, develop an audition piece, and engage in a capstone performance.

Program Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

✔ Demonstrate the skills and experience required to take part in basic acting and technical theater activities.
✔ Independently recall and perform best practices while participating in work activities alone or with faculty, managers, staff, students, or customers. 

The Culinary  Arts Certificate of Completion Program is provided for students through Coastline College's Special Programs Career Options through Academic Support and Training (COAST) Program. Classes are taught by Special Programs faculty and mentored by field professionals.

Special Programs at Coastline is happy to host this three-semester program. Students will learn basic food preparation and kitchen safety in their stunning well-equipped modern teaching kitchen. Students will learn entry-level front and back of house commercial kitchen responsibilities. Second-year students earn their ServSafe California Food Handler Certification.

Program Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

✔ Demonstrate skills and experience required to take part in basic culinary activities.
✔ Independently recall and perform best practices while participating in work activities alone or with faculty, managers, staff, students, and customers.
✔ Become ServSafe certified.