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Turning Work Experience into College Credit

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If experience really is the best teacher, then adults returning to school after years of working deserve some credit. This is where Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) comes in, awarding credit for college-level skills and knowledge gained outside the classroom. These programs are growing in Riverside/San Bernardino counties and statewide as colleges discover surprising benefits and impact. Read More Turning Work Experience into College Credit

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No Credit, No Problem: Noncredit Courses Gain Steam

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Enrollment in courses not offering credit toward a degree or certificate are outpacing for-credit programs in some states (Fed Communities). And it’s no wonder. Read More No Credit, No Problem: Noncredit Courses Gain Steam

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Video Game Development Program Teaches More Than Just Games

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Southern California is a major hub for the $455 billion video game industry, boasting some of the most famous game studios in the country. Norco College is addressing the need for talent in this growing sector as the only community college in the region offering a comprehensive video game development program. Read More Video Game Development Program Teaches More Than Just Games

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Engaging Students and Communities: Data Driven Strategies for College Outreach

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Research for the Inland Empire/Desert Regions community colleges on student media engagement and community awareness. Read More Engaging Students and Communities: Data Driven Strategies for College Outreach

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Workshops Proposals Needed for Annual Counselor Conclave

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Hundreds of K12 and community college counselors come today to unlock their unique counselor archetype and equip themselves with the power tools they need to thrive in our rapidly evolving world. Read More Workshops Proposals Needed for Annual Counselor Conclave

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To the Rescue: Two New Paramedic Training Programs to Serve Region

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Paramedics are in demand and, in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, Paramedic shortages offer opportunity for students looking to get hired fast and make a living wage. Read More To the Rescue: Two New Paramedic Training Programs to Serve Region

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Apprenticeship Expo Highlights Efforts to Boost Career Education and Bolster Employment Pipeline

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The recent Inland Empire Apprenticeship Expo at Moreno Valley College drew scores of students and employers from across the region. Events like this play a vital role in boosting career education in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, efforts that help employers find the talent they need. Read More Apprenticeship Expo Highlights Efforts to Boost Career Education and Bolster Employment Pipeline

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Apprenticeship Expo Highlights Efforts to Boost Interest in Career Education

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The Inland Empire Apprenticeship Expo connects 1,300+ students to careers, highlighting workforce programs and growing apprenticeship success. Read More Apprenticeship Expo Highlights Efforts to Boost Interest in Career Education

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To the Rescue: Two New Paramedic Training Programs to Serve Region

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Two new Paramedic programs launching in 2025 at MSJC and College of the Desert aim to address critical shortages in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Read More To the Rescue: Two New Paramedic Training Programs to Serve Region

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Ready to Hire: Employers Discover Top Talent at Their Local Community College

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The Ready Career Education campaign connects employers with well-trained community college students, bridging skills gaps and fostering workforce growth. Read More Ready to Hire: Employers Discover Top Talent at Their Local Community College

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