The Business Office Technology programs promote the economic development of the community; provide for lifelong learning and academic excellence through course content, application, and technology; serve diverse populations; encourage positive work ethic; and meet workforce needs through skills development, training, and personal growth.

The Business Office Technology programs offer training in keyboarding, office software applications, filing and records management, accounting (Bookkeeping Certificate), customer service, and business English and math applications. Students are prepared for career opportunities in administrative support, bookkeeping and data entry, customer service and other entry-level office positions.

As a result of ongoing changes in technology, the need to expand competencies, and changing transfer requirements, certificate and degree requirements may also change. If you note changes in degrees or certificate requirements, or if courses are not offered in a particular semester, please consult with a counselor or faculty on how best to complete the program in which you are enrolled.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency in selecting and using appropriate business software application and tools.

🗸 Prepare and deliver business documents and presentations in appropriate form, format, and language.

🗸 Solve problems and make decisions collaboratively or independently.

The Technical Theater program provides students a comprehensive foundation in the various areas of technical theater including; scenic construction; welding; sound, lighting and rigging setup; stage management; moving lights; set design and lighting design. The certificate includes the potential immediate opportunity for employment upon completion with The Performing Arts Center at Chabot College. Students completing the program will be well prepared for entry-level positions as well as transfer to higher-level education in multiple Technical Theater disciplines.

Career Opportunities

According to LMI data from April 2019, there is an undersupply of Technical Theater workers in the Bay Area with projections of increased demand in the coming years. Industries hiring Technical Theater workers in the Bay Area include motion picture and video production, theater companies, television broadcasting and colleges and universities. Employment demand shows particular needs in the areas of audio/video equipment technicians, set and exhibit designers and technical directors. Average compensation in these positions, with data that reflects the Bay Region, is about $30/ hr. According to LMI data from April 2019, there is an undersupply of Technical Theater workers in the Bay Area with projections of increased demand in the coming years. Industries hiring Technical Theater workers in the Bay Area include motion picture and video production, theater companies, television broadcasting and colleges and universities. Employment demand shows particular needs in the areas of audio/video equipment technicians, set and exhibit designers and technical directors. Average compensation in these positions, with data that reflect the Bay Region, is about $30/hr. Skills gained from completing the Technical Theater Certificate can lead to other work not reflected in LMI data. Builders in scene shops and exhibit/display companies, production assistants on film and television crews, stage managers for theater productions, riggers for concerts and other performance events, are all positions related to the skills learned.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Apply for work on an entry-level as a Stage Hand;

- Work in collaboration with designers and builders in preparing a set for performance;

- Execute the technical preparation of a theater for the performance.

This certificate can be completed in one academic year and is designed to quickly give students foundational skills and knowledge in the art of acting. It can also be useful for more experienced actors looking to further develop their craft. The core required courses will give a strong understanding of how to approach any acting role, with an array of optional courses that will deepen the student's understanding and abilities. The courses completed for this certificate may also be used towards the more comprehensive Acting: Advanced Certificate and some courses can be applied towards the AA and/or AAT in Theater Arts.

Career Opportunities

The Bay Area has a thriving scene for actors that includes opportunities in Theater, Independent film, commercials, Voice Over work. Skills learned and developed with this certificate will also give students the knowledge and confidence needed in order to enter larger markets in the acting field such as Los Angeles, Chicago and New York.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Develop a role for performance in a play

- Understand the communication between actor and director in the rehearsal process of a play or film

Completion of this certificate will give a student a very strong and broad understanding of the acting process, as well as prepare them for further study or participation in the professional world of performing arts. Students who complete the certificate will receive instruction in various acting techniques, script analysis, the use of body and voice as it applies to acting, as well as learn about the contemporary and historical contexts of theater and other storytelling forms. By completing all the courses in this certificate students will also complete the Acting: Fundamentals. Some courses may also be used toward completion of the AA and/or AAT in Theater Arts.

Career Opportunities

There are opportunities for actors in theater, film, commercials, television and voice-over. These opportunities exist in every large to medium urban market in the country. Skills also apply in many other fields such as teaching and all forms of public speaking.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Analyze a play for style and historical context

- Create a multi-dimensional character for performance in a play

- Work collaboratively with a large group to tell a clear and dynamic story in the presence of an audience.

The Business Office Technology programs promote the economic development of the community; provide for lifelong learning and academic excellence through course content, application, and technology; serve diverse populations; encourage positive work ethic; and meet workforce needs through skills development, training, and personal growth.

The Business Office Technology programs offer training in keyboarding, office software applications, filing and records management, accounting (Bookkeeping Certificate), customer service, and business English and math applications. Students are prepared for career opportunities in administrative support, bookkeeping and data entry, customer service and other entry-level office positions.

As a result of ongoing changes in technology, the need to expand competencies, and changing transfer requirements, certificate and degree requirements may also change. If you note changes in degrees or certificate requirements, or if courses are not offered in a particular semester, please consult with a counselor or faculty on how best to complete the program in which you are enrolled.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate proficiency in selecting and using appropriate business software applications and tools.

🗸 Prepare and deliver business documents and presentations in appropriate form, format, and language.

🗸 Solve problems and make decisions collaboratively or independently.

This program is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level employment in the automotive industry as an Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service/Repair Technician.

The Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 17-unit major. All courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Outcomes

Students who complete the Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles Certificate of Achievement will be able to:

- Diagnose, remove, and repair automotive transmissions and transaxles

- Utilize electrical diagnostic equipment and do hands-on testing with digital multi-meter

- Safely work on and repair hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles

The Certificate of Achievement in Spanish provides students, prospective employers and others with documented evidence of knowledge, skills, and academic accomplishment in the language. Each course must be completed with a final grade of C or higher or Pass.

Career Opportunities

US Census indicates that as of 2017 the Hispanic population of the United States is 58.9 million making people of Hispanic origin the nation’s largest ethnic or racial minority. Hispanics constituted 18.1 percent of the nation’s total population. By learning Spanish, the student will be better able to communicate with Spanish speakers in the United States or abroad. In addition, Latin American countries are our most important trading partners. Being able to speak Spanish greatly enhances a resume and as a bilingual the student could be more competitive in the workplace. The ability to understand Spanish will enable the student to gain important insights which monolinguals cannot. This certificate is developed to prepare students for this growing need in the job market and to provide the Spanish language and cultural competency needed for career opportunities in the fields of education, health care, social work, law enforcement, government, interpretation/translation, tourism, banking and finance, sales, customer service, management, human resources, transportation, library services, and other relevant fields. Furthermore, students seeking foreign language proficiency for admissions to programs such as nursing and dental could also benefit from this certificate as it certifies the accomplishment and knowledge of the language

Program Learning Outcomes

- Demonstrate proficiency in understanding and using, orally, the grammatical structures presented and vocabulary assigned

- Demonstrate proficiency in understanding and using, in writing, the grammatical structures presented and vocabulary assigned

The Personal Trainer Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students to pass a national exam in personal training (NSCA, NASM, ACE) and begin a career in the fitness and recreation industry. Students will be exposed to lecture and activity courses to provide them with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills they need to be successful personal trainers. Topics include health screening, strength/fitness assessment, basic exercise science, and program design. 

A certified personal trainer will have the opportunity to obtain employment in the fitness industry in fitness centers, parks and recreation, educational settings, private businesses and corporations.  A personal trainer certification can also be a pathway to careers in strength and conditioning, group exercise, physical therapy, and athletic training.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

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

🗸 Design fitness programs to meet desired training goals appropriate to individual clients.

The Lifeguard Professional Certificate of Completion is a noncredit certificate designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies and provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. Successful completion of this certificate will provide the necessary training to be certified as an American Red Cross lifeguard. A certified lifeguard may work in parks and recreation, public swimming pools including educational settings such as schools, private athletic clubs, or as swim instructors. Lifeguard positions require excellent observation and communication skills along with confidence, self-control, and patience.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

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

🗸 Assess an emergency situation for safety of the aquatic environment for both rescuer and patrons.
🗸 Qualify for Red Cross certification in lifeguarding, community CPR, and responding to emergencies.
🗸 Perform life-saving skills of airway management, CPR, and use of the AED.

This certificate combines Spanish language proficiency, business culture, and entrepreneurship to prepare students to seize opportunities in the global market. Students complete at least 3 semesters of Spanish and continue with Business / Entrepreneurship courses.

Career Opportunities

Employment Outlook for Global Trade & Logistics and International Business and Trade Occupations: Entrepreneur, global trade and logistic worker, business consultant, business operations specialist, supply chain specialist, logistics analyst, human resource specialist, cargo and freight agent, shipping, receiving, purchasing, and traffic clerk, sales clerk.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Identify and evaluate new business opportunities while demonstrating proficiency in understanding and using Spanish.

- Prepare marketing and business plans for a new venture in Spanish-speaking countries.

- Effectively pitch their new business idea to potential investors and partners, both orally and in writing in Spanish.