Students who receive a Certificate of Competency in Preparation for Academic ESL complete all three ESL noncredit courses: Preparation for Academic ESL Reading (ESL 210), Preparation for Academic ESL Writing (ESL 220), and Preparation for Academic ESL Listening/ Speaking (ESL 230). Completion of these courses and earning a Certificate of Competency demonstrates a student’s readiness for academic level ESL coursework.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete this certificate gain competency in workplace skills like writing emails, using Google Docs and MS word, organizing materials, and time management. This certificate can be shown to employers to demonstrate basic English language competency for academic ESL programs.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Read, write, and speak at a proficiency level appropriate for entrance in the ESL credit program.

- Demonstrate the ability to navigate common campus resources, manage study time effectively, and show basic computer literacy necessary for entrance in the ESL credit program.

The Global Citizen Certificate of Completion is a noncredit certificate that prepares students for the role of global citizens in healthcare contexts through online instruction and on-site experience. Opportunities for exploration of attitudes and development of skills related to global citizenship in healthcare settings are provided through interactive activities with classmates as well as reflection and analyses. This certificate of completion provides an affordable option that prepares students with skills to work in healthcare as members of interprofessional teams across local and international settings.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THIS PROGRAM, STUDENTS SHOULD BE PREPARED TO:

🗸 Apply ethical principles and evidence-based concepts of healthcare partnerships as a participant in a local or international healthcare program or activity.

Students who receive a Certificate of Competency in Low Intermediate ESL complete two ESL noncredit courses: Low Intermediate Reading, Writing, and Grammar (ESL 240A) and Low Intermediate Listening and Speaking (ESL 242A). Completion of these courses and earning a Certificate of Competency demonstrates a student’s readiness for intermediate-level ESL coursework as well as competency in the basic English reading, writing and communication skills required for the workplace.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete this certificate gain competency in basic workplace literacy skills like reading and writing short instructions, emails, memos, reports and order forms. They will also demonstrate the basic oral communication skills to communicate with employers, co-workers and customers. This certificate can be shown to employers to demonstrate low intermediate English language competency.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Read in English at a low intermediate level.

- Write in English at the low-intermediate level.

- Communicate orally in English at the low-intermediate level.

Students who receive a Certificate of Competency in Intermediate ESL Reading and Writing complete two ESL noncredit courses: Low Intermediate Reading, Writing, and Grammar (ESL 240A) and Intermediate Reading, Writing, and Grammar (ESL 240B). Completion of these courses and earning a Certificate of Competency demonstrates a student’s readiness for high-intermediate level ESL coursework as well as mastery in the intermediate English reading, writing and grammar skills required for the workplace.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete this certificate gain mastery in intermediate workplace literacy skills like reading and writing lengthy instructions, emails, memos, reports and order forms. This certificate can be shown to employers to demonstrate mastery in intermediate English reading, writing and grammar skills.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Read critically in English at an intermediate level.

- Write in English with clarity and accuracy at the intermediate level

Students who receive a Certificate of Competency in Intermediate ESL Oral Communication complete two ESL noncredit courses: Low Intermediate Listening and Speaking (ESL 242A) and Intermediate Listening and Speaking (ESL 242B). Completion of these courses and earning a Certificate of Competency demonstrates a student’s readiness for credit level ESL Listening and Speaking coursework as well as mastery of intermediate English communication skills required for the workplace.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete this certificate gain the intermediate workplace communication skills to speak with employers, coworkers and customers. This certificate can be shown to employers to demonstrate intermediate English communication mastery.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Consistently comprehend oral English at the intermediate level.

- Speak clear and comprehensible English at the intermediate level.

Students who receive a Certificate of Competency in Intermediate ESL complete two ESL noncredit courses: Intermediate Reading, Writing, and Grammar (ESL 240B) and Intermediate Listening and Speaking (ESL 242B). Completion of these courses and earning a Certificate of Competency demonstrates a student’s readiness for high-intermediate level ESL coursework as well as competency in the intermediate English reading, writing and communication skills required for the workplace.

Career Opportunities

Students who complete this certificate gain competency in intermediate workplace literacy skills like reading and writing lengthy instructions, emails, memos, reports and order forms. They will also demonstrate intermediate oral communication skills to communicate with employers, co-workers and customers. This certificate can be shown to employers to demonstrate intermediate English language competency.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Read in English at an intermediate level.

- Write in English at the intermediate level.

- Communicate orally in English at the intermediate level.

Learn or review strategies for reading critically in an academic setting, managing the steps of the writing process, and learning to access and use sources. This program is designed for students who are looking to practice their reading and writing in a low-stakes environment before taking transfer-level, for-credit English courses. English 1, Critical Reading and Composition is required for most Associate's Degree and transfer programs. Students who earn the Non-Credit Preparation for English Composition Certificate will be prepared with strategies for the reading and writing required in English 1 as well.

Career Opportunities

Critical reading and composition skills provide a foundation for skills required in most degree-level or transfer-level quantitative courses. Critical reading and composition skills developed in this program are essential preparation for careers such as office manager, executive assistant, HR assistant.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Critically respond to the ideas and information in academic texts;

- Independently read and understand complex academic texts;

- Develop and apply a series of metacognitive strategies for reading comprehension and analytical writing, to establish a strong foundation for transfer-level English.

Students develop the technical skills required for many entry-level Electronics Technicians' employment opportunities including robotics, IoT, mechatronics, and process control systems in many segments of the electronics industry of the SF Bay Area. Successfully completing these required courses prepares our students for career opportunities in industrial electronics technology.

Career Opportunities

Completion of this certificate prepares students for an Electrical & Electronics Worker career with industrial electronic, communications equipment manufacturing, and industrial machinery manufacturing firms. According to Labor Market Information data, electrical and electronics worker positions are expected to grow from 2100 positions in 2016 to 2300 positions by 2026, an increase of 9.5%. Students will be applying electrical and electronics theory and related knowledge to install, adjust, or maintain electro-mechanical, mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other electronic/mobile equipment.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Apply knowledge of electronic principles to the areas of robotics, mechatronics, IoT and process control systems.

- Demonstrate the proper use of electronic testing equipment along with the appropriate interpretation of results in the Laboratory.

- Troubleshooting faults in circuit or system operation by assessing quantitative calculations or measurements in the Laboratory.

The non-credit Introduction to Infant/Toddler Care Certificate of Completion is intended for families and caregivers of children ages 0-3 who are seeking resources to further their knowledge of child development. This non-credit program prepares students for entry into credit courses in the Child Development Program at Chabot or other colleges. While working towards to this non-credit certificate, students will be getting foundational skills to be successful in the credit version of ECD courses. No prerequisites

Career Opportunities

There is a critical need for training for infant/toddler care workers in the East Bay and entry-level jobs in childcare settings are widely available. However, there are few opportunities for people starting out in the field to learn about the important child development and child-rearing issues specific to the early childhood years, (0-3). This program prepares students for entry into credit courses in the Child Development Program at Chabot or other colleges. This non-credit certificate allows for students, parents and individuals exploring careers with children to enroll in courses that teach important child development and childrearing issues specific to the early childhood years, (0-3).

Program Learning Outcomes

- Identify and provide examples of the effective principles and practices of child development for infants/toddlers.

The Careers in Education Certificate of Completion is intended for those who are interested in careers as teachers and want information about the different career pathways available, the academic preparation necessary, and an introduction to the skills and abilities of an effective teacher. This certificate also prepares students for entry into credit courses in child development at Chabot College or other community colleges. No prerequisites

Career Opportunities

California is facing a critical shortage of teachers in all sectors, from early childhood through K-12. This certificate can help students understand how to earn the credit units and degrees that can lead to a rewarding career in education, while preparing them for entry level jobs as teacher aides, paraprofessionals or in afterschool programs. This program prepares students for entry into credit courses in the Child Development Program at Chabot or other colleges. This certificate allows for non-credit students and individuals exploring careers with children to enroll in courses that teach important child development concepts and prepare them for the coursework necessary to continue on their academic pathway

Program Learning Outcomes

- Identify and describe the academic preparation, skills, dispositions and competencies required of teachers in various educational settings, including the communication, guidance and cultural competency strategies required.