The Adult Ed: Basic Computer Operations Certificate of Completion provides a sequence of courses that assist students with little or no experience with computers to practice using common hardware and software including using the keyboarding and mouse, browsing the internet, creating and using an email account for basic and complex functions, online shopping, using classified websites, online bill paying, creating and saving an MS Word document, and using the Google Calendar.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

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

1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of computer hardware and software;
2. Successfully use the internet to search for information, complete online purchases, use classified websites, and pay bills online;
3. Use basic and complex email functions;
4. Create and save an MS Word document;
5. Effectively use simple and complex features of Google Calendar.

This program is a Certificate of Achievement. Because the administrative field continues to rank among the largest occupations in the U.S. economy, job opportunities for skilled Administrative Assistants are available locally and nationally. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, approximately nine out of ten Administrative Assistants are employed in service-providing industries that range from education, health care, and social services to government and retail trade. Depending on experience, skills, and level of responsibility, salaries vary broadly. However, job applicants with extensive technology knowledge and workforce skills such as communication, teamwork, project management, problem-solving, and systems develop are in high demand. Individuals who have earned certification typically earn higher salaries and are in high demand for employment.

The traditional role of office professionals continues to dramatically change due to corporate downsizing, the elimination of middle managers, and the increased dependency on technology. As a result, the importance and value of the administrative professionals have dramatically increased, and the demand for well-trained, well-rounded administrative staff has never been greater.

Most businesses regard administrative workers as the operation’s point people and rely on their skilled expertise and operational coordination to accomplish multiple administrative and clerical duties that are essential to efficiently running an organization. Some of the key responsibilities expected of Administrative Assistants are planning and scheduling meetings, troubleshooting office equipment and programs, conducting project and database management, disseminating information, pursuing Internet research, composing correspondence, and answering phones, emails and other communication.

The Administrative Assistant program includes an internship, which provides the student an opportunity to use their acquired skills in an office environment and gain experience in their profession before completing the program.

This certificate is the advanced level of the Administrative Assistant program. Students completing the Office Assistant Completion Certificate will have fulfilled a portion of the Administrative Assistant Certificate of Achievement.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

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

1. Compose and prepare business documents and correspondence demonstrating appropriate communication techniques and integration of appropriate software and other technology tools;
2. Apply time management, project management, records management, and organizational skills to complete office tasks, projects, and operations;
3. Use critical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal, and collaborative skills to complete work independently or in a team in an ethical and professional manner;
4. Evaluate, analyze, and use appropriate technology to complete tasks and documents productively and efficiently; and
5. Use integrated math computational skills to solve a variety of business applications such as inventory, payroll, calculating interest, and budget monitoring.

The COPE Health Scholar program allows participants to gain firsthand experience in a clinical setting, impact patients’ lives and become an integral part of the patient care team. This unique program allows assistance with basic care for patients alongside nurses, doctors, and other clinicians, preparing participants for a career in health care. Participants will have the opportunity to focus their skills in specialty areas such as the Emergency Department, Labor and Delivery, Rehabilitation, Telemetry, family practice and off-site clinics.

The COPE Health Scholar program is currently offered at various site locations in California, Washington, and Hawaii. Program options can be completed in 15 months or less, and are available for participants age 18 and up.

Just a few perks of participating in the program:

- 34,000+ alumni made up of current and future health care professionals
- Career guidance and valuable mentorship
- Letter of Recommendation opportunity towards medical, nursing, or graduate schools

To learn more or complete an application, visit www.copehealthscholars.org.

This noncredit, competency-based education program is designed to prepare working adults with the skills needed to transition into a career in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Platform Administration. The program will cover concepts and skills found in an industry-recognized CRM administrator certification exam, as well as practical skills necessary for their transition into a new career upon program completion. In this program, students will learn how to use, configure, monitor, customize, and secure a CRM platform. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the components and processes involved in customizing and administering a CRM. In addition, students will learn best practices for working in a distributed team, effective communication skills for workplace interactions, and techniques to navigate the job interview process. After completing the CRM Platform Administration program, you will receive a Calbright College Certificate of Competency and be eligible to earn an industry-recognized Salesforce Certified Administrator credential.

This skills-based, noncredit program prepares adult students for employment in the Information Security field. Students will progress through the program by mastering a working knowledge of the fundamental principles and topics of information security and risk management, and demonstrate appropriate diagnostic, risk management, and solution application at the organizational level. This includes hardware, software, processes, communications, applications, and policies and procedures with respect to organizational cybersecurity. Students in this program pathway will be prepared to successfully complete the CompTIA Security+ certification exams (SY0)-501, which is an industry-recognized certification. In order to gain entrance into the Cybersecurity (Security+) program applicants must first complete IT Support, or show proof that they have completed CompTIA A+, equivalent coursework, or have related job experience.

This skills-based, noncredit, program is designed to prepare students to successfully complete the CompTIA A+ certification, which is an industry recognized certification. It will include study of the content found in the CompTIA A+ Exams (Exam 220-1001 & 220-1002), including practice examinations, as well as application of the material on the job. Subjects include hardware, operating systems, software, mobile devices, basic networking, basic security, operational procedures, printers, and troubleshooting. Students will gain a working familiarity with the concepts of documentation, safety procedures, and Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) technologies. Students will understand how to assemble components based on customer requirements, and also master the installation, configuration, and maintenance of PCs and Mobile devices. The basics of networking and security forensics will also be covered. Other subjects include application of troubleshooting methodology and provision of appropriate customer support. Networking and security forensics will be introduced along with the basics of scripting, virtualization, desktop imaging, and deployment, as well as basic cloud technology and deployment.

The Foothill College Veterinary Technology program is an academically challenging two-year, AVMA-accredited course of training that prepares the student for employment as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). The program focuses on building competency in essential skills through hands-on training and personal attention to students. Graduates receive an Associate in Science Degree in Veterinary Technology and are then eligible to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination to become licensed. The program is not a pre-veterinary medicine or a veterinary medicine curriculum. General program information, admission criteria, and the application for admission can be found on the Veterinary Technology program website.

The Veterinary Technology department also offers an online Veterinary Assisting program. This program results in a Certificate of Achievement and starts each fall. Details can be found on the Veterinary Assisting program website.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Graduates will demonstrate entry-level competency in the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the practice of veterinary technology in a wide range of practice settings.

- Graduates will demonstrate entry-level clinical skills competency in accordance with accreditation requirements.

- Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in critical skills including collaboration, professionalism, communication, and critical thinking.

- Graduates will have a firm understanding of "One Health," the veterinary nurse's role in the health of animals, humans, and the planet. They will also have an understanding and tools to support their own mental, physical and emotional health through self-care and support systems.

Career Opportunities

The demand for Registered Veterinary Technicians is high nationwide. There is a very high demand for RVTs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Graduates can find employment in many sectors including small and large animal practice, specialty practice, clinical laboratories, education, government, research, and the pharmaceutical and biomedical industries. Starting salaries for entry-level licensed technicians in the Bay Area range from $22.00-$27.00/hr plus benefits, with some practices offering signing bonuses. A Registered Veterinary Technician with 3-5 years of experience generally earns $27.00-$32.00/hr in the Bay Area. Highly skilled and licensed RVTs with advanced specialization training, management ability or those employed in large specialist hospitals, the biomedical industry, or as educators commonly earn in excess of $32.00/hr. Benefits vary widely, with larger veterinary practices and corporations providing the most attractive packages.

The Veterinary Assisting courses are separate from the Veterinary Technology program courses and are not accredited by the AVMA. Veterinary Assisting offers entry-level courses for those students interested in starting a career in the veterinary field and for those students who are currently working in the field and want to upgrade their knowledge and skills. The Veterinary Assisting courses are offered online along with a preceptorship component. Students are expected to find their own preceptorship locations. Students who complete all three Veterinary Assisting courses earn a certificate, which appears on their college transcript.

This Certificate of Achievement is for students who intend to transfer to either the University of California (UC) or the California State University (CSU) or one of the many independent or out-of-state universities that accept the IGETC GE pattern. Students who satisfactorily complete the requirements for this Certificate of Achievement with a grade of "C" or better in each course will satisfy the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) thereby completing all lower division general education units required by both the CSU and UC. Students should meet with a Foothill College counselor to determine whether the IGETC is the best option to meet their specific transfer goals.

The Certificate of Achievement will be noted on the student's official transcript. Courses completed for this Certificate of Achievement must be on the approved list during the year in which they were taken. Please consult a counselor with any questions. For information regarding the year in which courses are approved, access assist.org.

Learn more about the program on the Counseling website.

Additional Information

To be eligible to transfer to a UC campus, students must complete at least 90 units of UC transferable courses with a GPA of 2.4 or better. To be eligible to transfer to a CSU campus, students must complete at least 90 units of CSU transferable courses with a GPA of 2.0 or better. Note: there are two differences between the IGETC requirements for CSU and UC. Students should follow the pattern of courses that meets their educational goals. Completion of the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) requirements as outlined satisfies the requirements of the Certificate of Achievement in Transfer Studies: IGETC. In addition to completing the courses for the Certificate of Achievement, the student is responsible for completing major preparation and/or elective credits to complete the 90 quarter units required for admission to all UC and CSU campuses. Students can use assist.org to review major preparation courses and are strongly advised to see a counselor for educational planning in order to achieve successful admission to the university of their choice.

Note: Some universities also require students to submit a formal IGETC certification form which is available through the Foothill College Evaluations Office prior to transfer. University deadlines are generally immediately following the spring quarter; therefore, students should request the certification the week prior to finals during their last term at Foothill College.

This Certificate of Achievement is for students who intend to transfer to the California State University system (CSU) or one of the many independent or out-of-state institutions that accept the CSU GE pattern. Students who complete the requirements for this Certificate of Achievement with a grade of "C" or better in each course will complete the lower division requirements for the CSU General Education/Breadth pattern as outlined and required by the California State University. Students should meet with a Foothill College counselor to determine whether the CSU GE/Breadth transfer pattern is the best option to meet their specific transfer goals.

The Certificate of Achievement will be noted on the student's transcript. Courses completed for this Certificate of Achievement must be on the approved list during the year in which they were taken. Please consult a counselor with any questions. For information regarding the year in which courses are approved, access assist.org.

Learn more about the program on the Counseling website.

Additional Information

To be eligible to transfer to a CSU campus, students must complete at least 90 units of CSU transferable courses with a GPA of 2.0 or better. Completion of the California State University General Education/Breadth curriculum (CSU GE) requirements as outlined satisfies the requirements of the Certificate of Achievement in Transfer Studies: CSU GE. Completion of the CSU General Education/Breadth pattern is also required for students pursuing an Associate Degree for Transfer (A.A.-T and/or A.S.-T). In addition to completing the courses for the Certificate of Achievement, the student is responsible for completing major preparation and/or elective credits to complete the 90 quarter units required for admission to all CSU campuses. Students can use assist.org to review major preparation courses and are strongly advised to see a counselor for educational planning in order to achieve successful admission to the university of their choice.

Note: Some universities also require students to submit a formal CSU GE certification form which is available through the Foothill College Evaluations Office prior to transfer. University deadlines are generally immediately following the spring quarter; therefore, students should request the certification the week prior to finals during their last term at Foothill College.

The Foothill College Theatre Technology program prepares theatre students for entry-level positions in professional and community theatre and for transfer to a four-year institution. A comprehensive two-year program, Theatre Technology offers the student an opportunity to explore the fundamentals of a variety of practical career opportunities.

Students interested in production and stage management, theatre design, and the creation of sets, props, costumes, lights, sound, and special effects are able to participate in both daytime lecture and laboratory classes and evening production experiences. The Theatre Arts department offers three major productions during the academic year and Theatre Technology students participate in the creation of technical elements for each of these productions.

Foothill College maintains direct contact with many Bay Area theatre companies and will assist advanced students in obtaining internships or employment.

Learn more about the program on the Theatre Arts website.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Students will be able to explore further educational or workforce experiences in technical theatre with a minimal fundamental adjustment period.

- Students will be able to function effectively in a variety of roles within a collaborative technical theatre environment.

- Students will develop skills for evaluating their own and others' contributions to successful outcomes in technical theatre.

Career Opportunities

The technical theatre program promotes skills in six basic fields of study and areas of employment: scene shop technician, costume shop technician, theatre electrician, properties artisan, stage management, and makeup artist. Theatre technicians can expand their opportunities by pursuing entry-level technical positions in other areas of the entertainment industry including film, video, music or event production.