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2 Consider a Career in:

Accounting

Court Reporting

Criminal Justice Administration

Dental Hygiene

Direct Support Education

Early Care, Education, and Family Studies

Energy Technology

General Business

Industrial Health & Safety

Information Technology & Management

Management

Welding Technology

"Taft College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation in any of its policies, practices, procedures or programs.”

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4 THE WORKFORCE HAS CHANGED

Source: GetRealCA.Com

65% of the workforce requires specialized skills in many facets of

the economy.

Miscellaneous Facts & Figures

 A vast majority of California jobs require a high level of technical literacy and skill, but

not a four-year degree.

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83% of two-year college graduates have the same annual earnings as four-year

college graduates

 California Employment Development Department expects 6.5 million new job openings

to be generated in the state by 2014 — 2.5 million created by economic growth, 4

million by retiring baby boomers.

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Career & Technical Education (CTE) provides opportunities for individuals to receive training and prepare for

careers in a variety of occupational fields. CTE courses also allow individuals already working to upgrade their

skills in order to continually meet business and industry standards. Taft College offers a variety of career &

technical education courses and programs.

TAFT COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT

Taft College is committed to student learning in transfer and career and technical education programs supported by pre-collegiate basic skills and a wide range of student services. All programs and services are focused on the educational needs of the community learners.

TAFT COLLEGE CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION VISION STATEMENT

To be a provider of quality career and technical education to enable students and employers to compete in a

global market economy and be productive members of society.

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

I. To support the overall mission and vision of Taft College

II. To have state of the art equipment and facilities

III. To have industry certified and recognized programs

IV. To provide a well rounded education (technical, professional/soft skills) for students in career and

technical education (CTE) programs.

V. To promote CTE through comprehensive outreach and marketing efforts

VI. Develop and deliver courses and programs that are industry applicable

VII. Explore opportunities that support local community and business needs

VIII. Maximize leveraging opportunities to support CTE

IX. Promote professional development and growth of faculty and staff in CTE

X. Work with faculty, staff, and industry experts to review and assess CTE

Key Indicators

: The following key indicators are based on identified indicators by the U.S. Dept of Education on

Career & Technical Education.

1. Technical Skill Attainment (e.g. course completion)

2. Credential, certificate, or degree Attainment

3. Student Persistence and Transfer

4. Student Placement (in employment, etc)

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION – ASSOCIATE DEGREE

The criminal justice administration degree or certificate prepares students for a career in criminal justice. The student will gain knowledge to apply principles of the justice system in a variety of settings including law enforcement to corrections. Emphasis is placed on arrest, search and seizure, human relations, and concepts of criminal law. There are pre-employment physical considerations and therefore students are advised to consult with the instructors before applying for a criminal justice position.

Example of Courses:

Concepts of Criminal Law The Justice System Legal Aspects of Evidence Criminal Investigation

CORRECTIONS CONCENTRATION – CERTIFICATE & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

This 18-unit certificate program is designed for those students interested in seeking initial employment in corrections and to improve the skills of those already in this profession.

Program Courses:

Control & Supervision in Corrections Legal Aspects of Corrections Correctional Interviewing & Counseling Public Safety Communication

Career Options & Choices ***

Probation Officer Security Guards Counselor Correctional Officer Law Enforcement Officer Parole Agent, etc

Salary Range (Per Hour)

Correctional Officers

Low Medium High Avg Annual Opening

California $26.01 $32.65 $40.07 1180

Kern County $27.73 $33.77 $40.26 143

Police & Sheriff Patrol Officers

California $31.46 $38.19 $45.02 2380

Kern County $25.82 $31.52 $38.98 28

Source: CA Employment Development Dept – Labor Market Information, 2010 *** Additional training or education may be required in some career field.

If you:

 Like to solve problems.

 Are interested in the legal profession.

 Would like to find more about corrections and law enforcement careers.

…then consider a career in the Criminal Justice Administration field.

Program Contact

Sharyn Eveland, Division Chair

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COURT REPORTING – CERTIFICATE & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

The Court Reporting program is designed to provide students with the academic foundation and technical training to be certified shorthand reporters. The program prepares students to take the California Court Reporters’ Board examination for certification. The courses listed meet the requirements of the Court Reporter’s Board and for an Associate in Science Degree in Court Reporting at Taft College.

*Example of Major Courses:

Machine Shorthand Theory & Lab Legal Terminology

Machine Shorthand Speed Building – Literary Court Deposition & Procedures

Machine Shorthand Speed Building – Jury Charge Court Reporting Punctuation & Grammar Machine Shorthand Speed Building – Medical Medical Terminology

Machine Shorthand Speed Building – Multiple Voices Human Anatomy

Court Reporter Deposition/Freelance Court Reporter Hearing Reporter Medical Transcriptionist

Real-Time Broadcast Captioner Scopist

Court Reporter

California $32.40 $39.13 $46.30 50

Kern County $33.24 $37.69 $41.20 2

Medical Transcriptionist

California $17.15 $19.99 $23.03 150

Kern County $16.09 $18.29 $20.90 3

Source: CA Employment Development Dept – Labor Market Information, 2010 *** Additional training or education may be required in some career field.

If you:

 Would like to know about court proceedings.

 Are interested in the legal profession.

…then consider a career in the Court Reporting field.

Program Contact

Gary Shaw, Program Coordinator

661-387-1055 garywestec@gmail.com; gshaw@taftcollege.edu

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ACCOUNTING – ASSOCIATE DEGREE & CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

By completing this degree or certificate prepares students in the fundamentals in theory, practices and principles of accounting cycles for unincorporated and corporate forms of business, financial, and managerial accounting theory. The major provides skills in entry level accounting positions.

Major Courses

Financial Accounting Mathematical Analysis Microsoft Word Managerial Accounting Computerized Accounting Microsoft Excel Business Law Electronic Machine Calculations

Accountant Bookkeeper Tax Specialist

Finance Officer Business Operation Specialist Auditor

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

California $14.89 $22.58 $22.58 4270

Kern County $13.78 $16.65 $19.93 85

Accountants & Auditors

California $25.32 $32.13 $41.04 5070

Kern County $35.52 $30.17 $38.06 50

Source: CA Employment Development Dept – Labor Market Information, 2010 *** Additional training or education may be required in some career fields.

If you:

 Enjoy working with numbers

 Enjoy solving problems.

…then consider a career in the Accounting field.

Program Contact

Dr. David Layne, Associate Professor, Business 661-763-7931 DLayne@taftcollege.edu

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GENERAL BUSINESS - ASSOCIATE DEGREE

The General Business program provides individuals with foundation educational training and skills in general business principles, procedures, and operations. Upon the successful completion of the required courses and general education requirements with a minimum 2.0 G.P.A., an associate in science degree in general business will be awarded.

Example of Courses

Financial Accounting Intro to Business Economics – Micro & Macro Managerial Accounting Computerized Accounting Business Law, Power Point Business Mathematics Office Procedures Microsoft Word, Excel

Accountant Bookkeeper Tax Specialist Sales Agent

Entrepreneur Business Owner Finance Officer Business Operation Specialist

Manager Director Auditor

Business Operation Specialist

California $21.92 $30.60 $42.16 5300

Kern County $20.91 $31.67 $43.08 86

Insurance Sales Agent

California $19.78 $28.07 $42.59 1,020

Kern County $11.83 $15.31 $28.70 12

If you:

 Enjoy working with numbers.

 Are interested in business operations

 Would like to own your own business someday …then consider a career in the General Business field.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT – CERTIFICATE & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

This program provides individuals with foundation educational training and skills in principles, operation, and procedures on a variety of technological tools. The program will prepare students to identify, design, or create systems to support technology and information needs of an organization.

Example of Major Courses Accounting

Office Procedures

Intro to Computer Information Systems

Computer Operating System Installation & Admin

Computer Support Specialist Computer Programmer Computer System Analyst Database Manager Computer Operator

Computer Support Specialist

California $18.90 $24.14 $31.09 2,520

Kern County $22.38 $22.15 $26.12 26

Computer Systems Analyst

California $31.27 $39.67 $49.15 2,370

Kern County $29.94 $37.85 $45.66 22

If you:

 Enjoy working with computers.

 Like to work with data.

 Enjoy helping others.

…then consider a career in the Information Management field.

Program Contact

Linda West, Professor

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MANAGEMENT –CERTIFICATE &ASSOCIATE DEGREE

The program is designed to prepare students to step into leadership and management roles in the workplace. The Management program is also ideal for individuals wanting to advance their careers into management positions. From communication and customer service to conflict resolution, managing organizational change, and general business operations; skills in these areas are needed by businesses and organizations in order to be successful. Students may earn a Certificate of Achievement and/or an Associate in Science Degree

Major Courses

Intro to Business Team Building Communication Values & Ethics Principles of Supervision Time Management Customer Service Decision Making Human Resources Conflict Resolution Organizational Change Attitude

Stress Management Business Communication Capstone

Director Supervisor Manager Coordinator Team Lead

Production & Operating Supervisors

California $28.09 $26.34 $34.45 820

Kern County $20.79 $28.07 $39.95 17

Retail Supervisor

California $14.18 $18.09 $23.16 4,590

Kern County $12.53 $15.55 $20.37 90

If you:

 Are interested in business operations

 Enjoy helping people

 Are interested in obtaining a management and/or leadership role some day …then consider a career in the Management field.

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ADMINISTRATIVE STUDIES –CERTIFICATE & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

This program provides individuals with foundation educational training and skills in general office principles, procedures, and operations. The program will prepare students to enter entry to mid level positions in places of business and organizations as office and support personnel. An associate in science degree and three certificate options are offered in this program.

Example of Courses

Keyboarding Business Math General Accounting

Intro Business Electronic Machine Calculation Office Procedures Computerized Accounting Microsoft Access, Excel, Word Business Communication Intro to Human Resources Medical Terminology

Administrative Assistant Office Manager Secretary

Executive Assistant Scheduler Clerk

Legal Secretary Receptionist Data Technician

Secretary

California $13.22 $16.91 $20.97 1,530

Kern County $13.92 $16.32 $19.76 34

Executive Secretary/Assistant

California $17.70 $22.21 $27.99 5,140

Kern County $16.53 $19.55 $23.85 67

Office Support Supervisor

California $20.11 $25.54 $32.21 5,770

Kern County $17.97 $22.19 $28.55 96

Source: CA Employment Development Dept – Labor Market Information, 2010 *** Additional training or education may be required in some career fields

If you:

 Enjoy helping others

 Like to work in an office environment

…then consider a career in the Administrative Services field.

Program Contact

Kanoe Bandy, Division Chair

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DENTAL HYGIENE – ASSOCIATE DEGREE

Taft College’s Dental Hygiene program has sought to inspire and teach dental care that is comprehensive in its technical excellence and in its orientation to an awareness of the total health needs of the individual patient. Dental hygienists are licensed oral health professionals who focus on preventing and treating oral diseases in order to protect the oral cavity, and also to protect the patients’ total health. They are graduates of accredited dental hygiene education programs in colleges and universities, and must pass a written national board examination and a clinical examination to obtain state licensure. The Taft College Dental Hygiene Program gives students the knowledge, experience, and educational requirements necessary to take the state and national board examinations. As the world’s understanding of preventive and restorative oral health care grows, so does the need for dental care givers and support staff. Taft College graduates are in demand.

Major Courses

Oral Biology General & Oral Pathology Pharmacology Head & Neck Anatomy Patient Management & Geriatrics Dental Materials Dental Health Education Clinical Practice Advanced Clinical Topics Intro to Clinic Nutrition in Dentistry Practice & Financial Mgmt Local Anesthesia & Nitrous Oxide Periodontics Community Oral Health

Ethics & Jurisprudence Oral Radiology Critical Thinking for Health Science Career Options & Choices ***

Dental Assistant Dental Hygienist Dentist Orthodontist Salary Range (Per Hour)

Dental Hygienist

Low Medium High Avg Annual Opening California $33.33 $43.51 $51.69 860

Kern County $33.55 $38.78 $48.69 16 Dental Assistant

Low Medium High Avg Annual Opening California $13.06 $16.25 $20.50 2,060

Kern County $10.53 $12.74 $16.80 46 Dentist

Low Medium High Avg Annual Opening California $46.89 $61.99 N/A 590

Kern County $51.18 $59.93 N/A 17 Source: CA Employment Development Dept – Labor Market Information, 2010

*** Additional training or education may be required in some career fields If you:

 Interested in finding ways to help people

 Are interested in health profession

…then consider a career in the Dental Hygiene field.

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INDUSTRIAL HEALTH & SAFETY – CERTIFICATE & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

The program is geared towards providing training and education in various aspects of health & safety in the industries (Oil & Gas, Energy, Construction, Manufacturing, etc). It is ideal for those wishing to learn more about California Occupational Health Safety Health (Cal OSHA) policies, expectations, and requirements. The program will also be ideal for health & safety officers at places of business & industry, safety trainers & teachers, operations managers & supervisors, field staff, etc. Students may earn a Certificate of Achievement and/or an Associate in Science Degree in Industrial Health & Safety upon the successful completion of program requirements.

*Example of Major Courses

Hazardous Materials Occupational Safety & Health Standards Trainer Course in Occupational Safety Guide to Industrial Hygiene

Health & Safety Specialist Health & Safety Technician Operations Technician

Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

California $26.21 $34.86 $43.14 200

Kern County $31.86 $38.51 $46.15 6

Occupational Health & Safety Technicians

California $18.08 $22.27 $28.40 N/A

Kern County $18.07 $25.17 $32.83

If you:

 Like to find ways to ensure safety in the workplace

 Enjoy working with your hands

…then consider a career in the Industrial Health & Safety field.

Program Contact

Randy Kizzar, 661-387-1055 randykizzar@gmail.com Kanoe Bandy, 661-763-7779 KBandy@taftcollege.edu

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WELDING TECHNOLOGY- CERTIFICATE(S) & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

The program is designed to provide comprehensive occupational training in common types of welding methods as related to today’s welding industries. This program will provide students with manipulative skills and technical knowledge required to perform in a variety of entry-to-mid level welding careers in manufacturing, petroleum, fabrication, and others. The courses and training will prepare students to take the necessary code tests required in several occupational fields for employment. The welding technology program offers five certificate options and an associate in science degree.

Courses

Welding Processes

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

Gas Metal Arc Welding & Flux Core Arc Welding

Pipe Code Welding

Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Structural Code Welding

Blueprint Reading

Capstone

Welder or welder helper Fabricator Operations Technician Pipe Welder Welding Inspector Welder Mechanic Maintenance Welder

Welder

California $13.49 $17.11 $22.29 880

Kern County $17.84 $26.06 $30.61 43

Sheet Metal Worker

California $17.70 $24.78 $33.49 370

Kern County $18.64 $27.24 $33.06 8

Structural Metal Fabricator & Fitter

California $13.63 $17.69 $22.14 170

Kern County $13.37 $20.46 $23.77 4

If you:

 Help others solve their equipment problems …then consider a career in the Welding field.

Program Contact

Michelle D’Andrea, Associate Professor, Welding 661-763-7976 MDAndrea@taftcollege.edu

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ENERGY TECHNOLOGY- CERTIFICATE & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

This program is designed to provide training and education in technical & professional skills to enable individuals to work in the energy industry. Technicians with the education and training can provide support and assistance to engineers, geologists, and operations staff in a variety of career and job types. Skills attained will be transferrable to other related profession such as manufacturing, food processing, renewable/ alternative energy fields, etc. Students may earn a Certificate of Achievement and/or an Associate in Science Degree in Energy Technology.

Example of Major Courses

Energy Data Management and Analysis

Intro to Petroleum

Energy Instrumentation

Intro to Energy

Business Communication

Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point

Geology

Ethics & Values

Data Technician Geological Technician Petroleum Technician Technologist Production Technician Land Technician Engineering Technician Operator

Engineering Technician

California $22.51 $30.21 $37.84 300

Kern County $26.58 $33.75 $42.63 22

Geological & Petroleum Technician

California $26.02 $35.68 $48.06 40

Kern County $27.27 $37.28 $47.98 8

Industrial Engineering Technician

California $17.82 $27.27 $27.94 170

Kern County $27.28 $37.74 $43.67 N/A

If you:

 Would like to work in the energy industry

 Have computer and data analysis skills …then consider a career in the Energy Industry.

Program Contact

Kanoe Bandy, Division Chair

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DIRECT SUPPORT EDUCATION –CERTIFICATE & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

This program is designed for those students interested in seeking employment working in the field of developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Education Program will equip current and future professionals to be more effective communicators with others and in understanding the system that is part of the developmental disabilities field. Students will learn general guidelines and documentation methods and the importance of confidentiality as well as how to support people in effectively and safely managing their basic health needs including self advocacy and safety. Courses will also cover topics that deal with a wide variety of personal perspectives, cultures and life circumstances and students will examine general learning principles to more effectively communicate with others in a variety of settings.

Major Courses

Intro to Developmental Disabilities Cultural Dependency

Documentation & Individual Rights & Choices Teaching Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Intro to Medication Support Maltreatment & Safety at Home and in the Community

Special Education Teacher Rehabilitation Counselor

Social Worker Teacher Assistant

Salary Range

Rehabilitation Counselor

California $11.71 $15.17 $21.37 230

Kern County $10.02 $12.90 $24.48 18

Teacher Assistant

California $23,578 (annual) $29,139 $35,801 2,580

Kern County Not Available 170

If you:

 Enjoy working with people

 Like to help people with behavioral or developmental challenges

 Enjoy helping others resolve their problems

…then consider a career in the Direct Support Education field.

Program Contact

Susan Vaughan, Learning Disability Specialist 661-763-7927 SVaughan@taftcollege.edu

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EARLY CARE, EDUCATION, AND FAMILY STUDIES – CERTIFICATE(S) & ASSOCIATE DEGREE

This program is designed to provide individuals with the foundation into understanding early care, education, and family relations. The program will prepare individuals to enter into a variety of disciplines and careers working with children, families, and communities. The Early Care, Education, and Family Studies program will be beneficial to anyone who has children in their lives: parents, teachers (elementary and early childhood education), school psychologists, social workers, counselors, law enforcement, special educators, foster parents, and grandparents. The program offers a variety of certificates and an associate degree.

Example of Major Courses (Associate Degree)

Child Growth & Development Planning & Administering Early Childhood Education Curriculum Child Study and Assessment Child Health & Safety Child in Family/Community Relations

Child Care Provider Elementary School Teacher Preschool Teacher Center Director

Counselor Social Worker Case Manager Human Services Assistant

Preschool Teacher

California $11.45 $13.88 $17.22 1,770

Kern County $9.17 $11.20 $15.10 38

Social and Human Services Assistant

California $12.84 $16.32 $20.67 1,250

Kern County $15.18 $17.03 $19.45 29

Elementary School Teacher

California $46,868 (Annual) $60,640 $75,823 8,080

Kern County Not Available 264

If you:

 Enjoy working with children and families

…then consider a career in the Early Care, Education, and Family Studies field. Program Contact:

Becky Roth, Professor

661-763 7772 broth@taftcollege.edu Michelle Beasley, Associate Professor 661-763-7911

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