What Should I Ask my Counselor About CTE Programs?

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What is Career and Technical Education (CTE)?

It is a program of study or series of courses helping students connect learning with a specific career. CTE makes students both college and career ready. CTE helps high school students bridge academic courses needed for graduation with courses geared toward a specific career. CTE is designed to prepare all students for highly skilled and in demand jobs.

Who is a CTE Student?

A student’s path can begin in high school where they enroll in CTE classes and continue their education in to the community college to complete an additional two years of study in that same industry or field. The ultimate goals of a CTE student are graduation from high school and graduation from a community college with a degree or certificate leading to employment.

What Should I Ask my Counselor About

CTE Programs?

1. What CTE pathways are offered at my high school?

Pathways-A series of classes from 9th grade through community college showing how to make the best use of hands-on learning while reducing

unnecessary or repetitive coursework.

2. What courses are articulated at my high school?

Articulation-A specific course(s) taken by a student in high school where the student receives community college credit

on an official transcript for completing the course with a satisfactory grade or better.

This project was funded fully or in part by Carl D. Perkins CTE Act of 2006 grant no. 12-C01-045 awarded to Riverside Community College District and administered by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office. The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in education programs, including career and technical education programs, and/or extracurricular school activities. Limited English speaking skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in any programs. Harassment of any employee or student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law is strictly prohibited. Inquiries regarding compliance, and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District’s Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Ms. Chani Beeman, 450 E. Alessandro Blvd., Riverside, CA 92508. (951) 222-8039. Alternate formats for this material are available to individuals requiring disability accommodation. Please contact Julie Pehkonen or the office of Diversity, Equity and Compliance at (951) 222-8039. 318442, 04/13

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Career planning is a process:

Everyone says to follow “your passion,” but if you don’t know what that passion is, don’t beat yourself

up about it! Here are a few tips to help you hunt down “your passion.”

Where

It’s okay to change your mind;

you are allowed to adjust your course

and start working on something new.

1. Learn about yourself

Make a list of things you are good at and enjoy

• Imagine your future and set goals • Make a list of all the careers/jobs that

interest you and ones you would like to learn more about

• Share your career interests and ideas with friends and family and ask for their feedback

2. Match your strengths

to career options

• Complete a variety of assessment tests

3. Explore and research

your career options

• Explore your career/jobs list online

• Try several activities related to the careers you are interested in

• Talk with adults doing jobs you are interested in

• Find a mentor who will help you work towards your dream

4. Don’t Give up! If

there is a will, there

is a way!

2

Begin

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Careers in business and finance are unique because almost every business and organization has a financial and management component, students will find opportunities exist in many career paths in addition to business and finance. Some specializations include concepts of accounting and finance, including computer applications, taxes, investments, and asset management as well as pathways in international business and business management. Business and finance professions offer many career opportunities, including the following career pathways: Business Management, Financial Services, and International Business. See what classes are offered within the Riverside Community College District in these pathways.

Classes are affordable, quick, local, and state-of-the-art. In two years or less, you will be on your way to a new career and a better way of life for you and your family.

Business & Finance

Business Management Pathway

Administrative Office Professional (see page 13) 

Executive Office Management

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Executive Office Professional 

General Business Concentration (see page 7)

♦

Human Resources Concentration (see page 7)

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Management Concentration

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Office Assistant 

Office Fast-Track 

Virtual Assistant 

Financial Services Pathway

Accounting (see page 4)

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Banking & Finance (see page 5)

♦

Bank Operations



International Business Pathway

International Business (see page 13) 

Logistics Management (see page 13)

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Operations and Production Management 

Key Information

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- Associate Degree

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- Certificate and/or Degree

Programs highlighted inorange appear in this brochure.

**Program locations are subject to change; please see the college catalog for most current information. _Mor

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Human Resources Specialist

$31.92/hour

Certificate/Associates Degree Business Education Administrator

$50.38/hour

Master’s Degree Purchasing Agent

$30.03/hour

Certificate/Associates Degree Small Office Manager

$14.89/hour

Certificate/Associates Degree Chief Financial Officer

$90.00+/hour

Bachelor’s Degree

Business Management Pathway

Sample occupations associated with this pathway

Accounts Payable Clerk

$18.98/hour Certificate/Associates Degree Investment Consultant $29.29/hour Bachelor’s Degree Tax Preparer $19.56/hour Certificate/Associates Degree Auditor $32.92/hour Bachelor’s Degree Accountant $32.92/hour Bachelor’s Degree Financial Services Pathway

Sample occupations associated with this pathway

International Shipping Specialist

$14.12/hour

Certificate/Associates Degree Export Sales Representative

$52.25/hour

Certificate/Associates Degree

Customs Inspector

$44.42/hour

Certificate/Associates Degree International Market Researcher

$32.38/hour

International Business Pathway Sample occupations associated with this pathway

Business & Finance

Careers

in California

*wage is based on the median hourly wage in California

Customs Broker

$31.95/hour

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Exploring My

Career Options?

Executive Office Professional Virtual Assistant Executive Office Manager Customer Service Representative Administrative Office Professional Bookkeeper

How Can I Make

High School Count?

English Composition Algebra Keyboarding Introduction to Computers Introduction to Business Introduction to Accounting

Administrative Office

Professional

Every organization needs the office to run smoothly and professionally on a daily basis. As technology continues to expand in the office, the role of an office technology professional has greatly changed. Some of the core areas of office technology include accounting, billing, data processing, and customer service. They oftentimes do a little of everything. These individuals enhance the public image of a business by providing professional, polite and personalized service.

Do You . . .

Pay attention to

small details?

Like being

organized?

Like to tr

y a little

bit of ever

ything?

How Can I Get Started?

High School(Diploma)

• Office Assistant • Administrative Aide • Customer Service

Postsecondary(Certificate/AA Degree)

• Court Clerk • Bookkeeper

• Legal Office Professional • Virtual Assistant

• Executive Office Professional

College/University (BA Degree or Higher)

• Executive Office Manager • Accountant

• Account Manager

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Exploring My

Career Options?

Small Business Advisor Office Administrator Retail Business Owner Operations Manager General Manager

How Can I Make

High School Count?

Business Math English Composition Algebra Calculus Keyboarding Introduction to Business Introduction to Computers

Like being

responsible and

reliable?

General Business

Business managers plan, direct, and organize the day-to-day workings of companies or organizations that make products or provide services. They work in many different settings, such as large and small businesses, government agencies, and schools. Business management involves everything from how technology can improve effectiveness to the best way of using a team. They often create policies, manage daily operations, and plan how resources will be used.

Do You . . .

Enjoy being the

leader of the pack?

Like talking to

and listening to

other people?

Come up with

clever solutions to

problems?

How Can I Get Started?

• Customer Services Representative • Small Business Entrepreneur

• Marketing Mgr. • Regional Sales Mgr. • General Manager • Retail/Wholesale Buyer

• Chief Executive Officer • National Account Manager • Business Teacher

• Operations Manager

Have a natural ability

to motivate others?

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Exploring My

Career Options?

HR Specialist HR Coordinator HR Administrative Assistant HR Consultant HR Representative HR Clerk

How Can I Make

High School Count?

Business Math English Composition Algebra Introduction to Computers Introduction to Business Keyboarding

Get excited when

others succeed?

Human Resources

The Human Resources department links management and employees together. They provide specific services to staff members. They encourage positive relationships for employees and managers, boost job satisfaction, and make sure all customer needs are met. Specific areas they work in are: staffing, compensation and benefits, training and development, and health and safety.

Do You . . .

Want to make the

world a better

place to live?

Do you like

working in a

team?

Find you are

sensitive to the

needs of others?

How Can I Get Started?

• HR Assistant • HR Associate

• HR Administrative Assistant • Personnel Associate

• HR Specialist • HR Consultant • HR Representative

• HR Manager • Director of HR

• Employee Benefits Manager • Employee Relations Manager

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Exploring My

Career Options?

Accounting Clerk Bookkeeper Auditing Clerk Accounting Associate Fiscal Technician Accounting Analysis

How Can I Make

High School Count?

Business Math English Composition Algebra Calculus Keyboarding Basic Accounting

Identify problems

and find ways to

solve them?

Accounting

Accountants, bookkeepers, and audit clerks help organizations and businesses run efficiently. They are the backbone of the company because they keep all the financial records and make sure things run smoothly. These employees investigate financial information and are responsible for keeping track of the money coming in and going out. They can work for a variety of companies, individuals, and government agencies. Some of their duties include making sure public records are correct and that all taxes are paid right and on time. They also perform budget analysis, financial and investment planning, information technology consulting, and some legal services.

Do You . . .

Like working

with numbers?

Work

well under

deadlines?

Like to

investigate

facts?

How Can I Get Started?

• Account Clerk • Audit Clerk • Bookkeeper

• Account Specialist • Cost Estimator • Tax Preparer

• Accountant • Auditor

• Budget Analyst • Controller

Look for patterns

and solve puzzles?

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Exploring My

Career Options?

Financial Services Representative Bank Teller New Accounts Clerk Loan Officer Customer Service Officer Underwriter

How Can I Make

High School Count?

Business Math English Composition Calculus

Keyboarding

Introduction to Business

Like helping other

people?

Banking and Finance

Banks are designed to protect and invest money and valuables. There are two parts to banking: monetary authorities and credit intermediation. The U.S. Federal Reserve System is the central bank and the monetary authority of the U.S.A. They manage the nation’s money supply and make the dollars we use. Credit intermediation is the bank you see on the street corner. Banks secure our money, provide checking and savings accounts, and give loans and credit cards.

Do You . . .

Like managing

money?

Like having

rules, but once in

a while you take

a risk?

Like working with

numbers?

How Can I Get Started?

• Account Collector • Bank Teller

• New Accounts Clerk • Credit Clerk

• Actuary

• Loan Specialist

• Customer Service Representative • Credit Analyst

• Appraiser • Bank Manager • Credit Manager • Escrow Officer • Internal Auditor

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Exploring My

Career Options?

International Business Manager International Marketer

Government Trade Specialist International Finance Manager International Public Relations Trade Policy/Promotions Manager

How Can I Make

High School Count?

Introduction to Business Introduction to Sociology Economics Political Science English Composition Foreign Language

Purchase things

on eBay fr

om

other countries?

International Business

A business is a legal organization designed to sell goods and/or services to consumers or other businesses in an effort to generate profits. An international business is one with interests in other

countries. These businesses are often called multinational corporations. This career includes working with cultural considerations, such as laws and legal systems, economics, political policies, marketing, languages, living standards, cultural traditions, etc.

Do You . . .

Want to travel

the world?

Have friends from

another country on

your Facebook?

Appreciate other

cultures and

customs?

How Can I Get Started?

• Entrepreneur

• Accounting Assistant • Sales Representative

• Government Trade Specialist • International Sales Representative • Purchasing/Imports Agent

• International Accountant • International Finance • International Lawyer • International Marketer

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Exploring My

Career Options?

Logistics Management Specialist Supply Chain Director Warehouse Manager Shipping and Receiving Manager Production Planner

How Can I Make

High School Count?

English Composition Introduction to Engineering Economics Introduction to Business Algebra Introduction to Manufacturing Introduction to Computers

Like to plan your

route from point A to

point B?

Logistics Management

Logistics is the art of managing and controlling the flow of goods between the manufacturer and the buyer. These can include the sneakers you’re wearing today, to the textbook you are using for class, to water you drink, even the electricity used to keep your air conditioner working. Logistics involves transporting, warehousing and storing, and packaging of products. All

international trading, global importing and exporting, and manufacturing require trained professionals in logistics. These individuals are called logisticians.

Do You . . .

Lead the pack?

Like to analyze

a situation and

make the final

decision?

Enjoy challenges?

How Can I Get Started?

• Shipping and Receiving Clerk • Stocking and Handling Worker

• Warehouse Manager

• Logistics Management Specialist • Production Planner

• Integrated Logistics Support Manager

• Logistics System Engineer

• International Distribution Manager • Wholesale Distribution Manager

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Family has a big influence in the

choices we make in our lives.

Take a look at the careers chosen by your grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives. It’s fun to think about how family members’ career choices have influenced their lives. It may help you identify things you want and don’t want in a career. Fill in each box with the career of the listed person. Talk to your family members, and answer the questions below.

Career

Family

Tree

Are there career areas that several of your relatives have pursued? Why?

How have your family members’ career choices changed over time?

What do your relatives tell you about reasons to choose or not choose careers like theirs? Me! Brother/ Sister’s Career Brother/ Sister’s Career

Aunt/Uncle’s Career Aunt/Uncle’s Career Father’s Career Mother’s Career Aunt/Uncle’s Career Aunt/Uncle’s Career Grandfather’s Career Grandmother’s Career Grandfather’s Career Grandmother’s Career

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Go to www.rcc.edu/techprep and click on the button “Career Investigation” to find a variety

of web links on different careers. Fill out the following information on your chosen career.

Name of the college degree(s) you must have to achieve this career goal.

How many years of college does it take to earn the degree(s)?

What college(s) can you attend locally to begin this career goal?

Write down the college(s) web address(es)

Name four interesting activities someone in this career does on a regular basis:

1. 2. 3. 4.

From your list what skill do you believe is the most important?

Explain your reason:

Name four skills you have that would make this career a good fit for you:

1. 2. 3. 4.

What is the average annual pay for this career?

Is this career one that is growing in the US? (Check One)

q Yes q No Why is this a growing career?

Name two careers related to the one you chose. 1.

2.

Based on your investigation of this career, would you still like to pursue it? (Check One)

q Yes q No

INVESTIGATION

Career

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Want More Information on CTE Programs?

Moreno Valley College

www.mvc.edu www.norcocollege.edu/cteNorco College Riverside City Collegewww.rcc.edu

Alvord Unified School District Corona Norco Unified School District

Jurupa Unified School District Moreno Valley Unified School District

Riverside Unified School District Val Verde Unified School District Riverside County Office of Education

Regional Occupational Center (ROP) Career and Technical Education

Community College Information

Riverside Community College District Career and Technical Education (Tech Prep)

951-222-8963 www.ExploreCTE.com