Encouraging Real-World Cyber Experience: College of the Desert’s CIS Program Hones in on Hands-On Learning

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For Computer Information Systems (CIS) students at College of the Desert, finding a job after graduation is virtually guaranteed. With more than 80,000 cyber-focused positions currently available in California, earning a degree within the in-demand industry is helping students secure a Ready, high-tech career.  Read More Encouraging Real-World Cyber Experience: College of the Desert’s CIS Program Hones in on Hands-On Learning


Ready for High-Flying Careers: MSJC’s Drone Certificate Program Welcomes Students This Spring

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The new Drone Applications in GIS certificate program helps students land in-demand, high-paying jobs and careers in the growing drone field. According to a 2022 Orange County Center of Excellence Report, only 15 community colleges across California offer drone-related programming. Mt. San Jacinto College is the only community college in the region — and state — offering a drone-related certificate program. Read More Ready for High-Flying Careers: MSJC’s Drone Certificate Program Welcomes Students This Spring


Pedal to the Metal: Murrieta Valley High School’s Automative Technician Program Primes Students for College and Career Success

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CTE pathways at Murrieta Valley Unified School District include pathways in transportation, engineering and design, hospitality, tourism and recreation, business and finance, health science and medical technology, and a newly added fire science and technology pathway. Read More Pedal to the Metal: Murrieta Valley High School’s Automative Technician Program Primes Students for College and Career Success


Ready to Serve: Criminal Justice Partnerships Help Students Earn While They Learn

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Norco College’s partnership with the Corona Police Department is giving students the chance to earn cash while they learn the skills. Law enforcement and other internship positions offer students essential on-the-job experience, a chance to make connections, and get their foot in the door for a high-powered career — all while possibly earning a paycheck. Read More Ready to Serve: Criminal Justice Partnerships Help Students Earn While They Learn


PVC’s First In-Person Job Fair Since the Pandemic Boosts Workforce

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Like so many small communities in California, Blythe’s economy was hard hit during the pandemic. But with a regional increase in the job market by more than two percent over the last year and future job growth over the next ten years predicted to climb by over 38 percent, it’s never been a better time to launch a workforce comeback… and to celebrate Palo Verde College’s first in-person job fair since the pandemic. Read More PVC’s First In-Person Job Fair Since the Pandemic Boosts Workforce


Equipped for Success: Sterile Tech Program Tackles Critical Industry Shortage

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Working behind the scenes in support of surgeons and doctors, Sterile Techs prepare equipment and supplies for hospitals and operating rooms. And though these health care professionals are life-and-death essential when it comes to keeping medical instruments and environments clean, they are becoming increasingly hard to come by. Read More Equipped for Success: Sterile Tech Program Tackles Critical Industry Shortage