Inland Empire Colleges Power Essential Water Supply Careers

With nearly 40 million people relying on California’s water system — and a $59 billion agriculture sector depending on it — the demand for skilled water professionals is rising fast. In the Inland Empire, aging infrastructure, regional growth, and a wave of retirements are fueling job growth in water distribution, treatment, and wastewater systems.

That’s where Inland colleges are stepping in.

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Turning Work Experience into College Credit

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.

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No Credit, No Problem: Noncredit Courses Gain Steam

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.

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Video Game Development Program Teaches More Than Just Games

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.

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Engaging Students and Communities: Data Driven Strategies for College Outreach

Research for the Inland Empire/Desert Regions community colleges on student media engagement and community awareness.

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Workshops Proposals Needed for Annual Counselor Conclave

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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Apprenticeship Expo Highlights Efforts to Boost Interest in Career Education

The Inland Empire Apprenticeship Expo connects 1,300+ students to careers, highlighting workforce programs and growing apprenticeship success.

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

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.

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