DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE. Career & Technical Education Programs ABOUT THE PERALTA COLLEGES. Berkeley City College. College of Alameda.

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1 ABOUT THE PERALTA COLLEGES The Peralta Community College District was created more than four decades ago to provide accessible, high-quality education to the multicultural East Bay community. Today the District enrolls nearly 20,000 students in its four colleges, each unique in size, environment, and population mix. All of the colleges offer academic transfer opportunities as well as distinct Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to prepare their students for high-skill, high-demand careers. For more information, please see the college contacts and website addresses below. Hope to see you at one of our colleges! DISCOVER Career & Technical Education Programs Merritt College Campus Drive Oakland, CA College of Alameda 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway Alameda, CA YOUR FUTURE Laney College 900 Fallon Street Oakland, CA Berkeley City College 2050 Center Street Berkeley, CA Peralta Community College District 333 East 8th Street, Oakland, CA Berkeley City College College of Alameda Laney College Merritt College

2 To Enroll in a CTE Program at a Peralta College 1 CHOICES Take your pick! With more than 50 programs distributed among our four colleges, there is truly something for everyone s interests and goals. And the low cost of tuition can t be beat! From Apparel Design to Welding, each program is unique and includes hands-on classroom experience using state-of-the-art equipment. We even have programs that offer college credit to high school students. 2 DIVERSITY Welcome to all! No matter your age, ethnicity, interests, or background, the Peralta Colleges are a good fit. We have high school graduates, single parents, full- and part-time workers, career-changers, even college graduates who have come back to upgrade their skills. There are student clubs and activities for a wide range of interests to encourage friendships and make you feel right at home. 3 SUPPORT Get a good start! We know it can be tough in the beginning. That s why we have student services to help you along the way. From counselors to help you plan your classes to financial aid staff to help find ways to pay for them to our career centers where you can look for a job, we have the resources to lead you on a path to a successful college experience. 4 ACHIEVEMENT Plan for success! You can earn a short-term certificate or an associate degree and be ready to get a job and enter the workforce. Or you can transfer to a four-year institution to continue your education. To get details, go to your chosen college s website and check the catalog or make an appointment with a counselor. 5 EMPLOYMENT Find a job! Armed with a certificate or degree, an excellent education, and handson experience in the classroom or on an internship, you are ready to go to work. Despite unemployment scares, employers are looking for skilled workers in a variety of industries. Peralta Colleges will not only train you in those skills but connect you with internships and partnerships that will give you an advantage in the job market.

3 BERKELEY CITY COLLEGE In the heart of a vibrant, world-class education center, and only two blocks from the UC Berkeley campus, Berkeley City College offers top-notch educational programs and has one of California's highest transfer rates. BCC students can also take advantage of a highly respected and relevant career-oriented curriculum. With programs that focus on areas vital to local economic development, BCC s excellent reputation is well known among the area s business, non-profit, and higher education communities. American Sign Language Biotechnology Business Accounting Business Administration General Business Office Technology Admin Assistant Admin Assistant/Accounting Assistant Admin Assistant/Medical Multimedia Arts Animation Digital Imaging Digital Video Arts Web Design/Production Writing for Multimedia Public and Human Services Community and Public Services Community Health Worker Social Services Paraprofessional Spanish Medical Interpreting For a detailed listing of programs, go to or contact a counselor. I was so inspired and encouraged by my science instructors that I ve decided to transfer to UC Berkeley and pursue a career in bioengineering. BCC is such a great environment to learn in I love the diversity, the small class sizes, and the fact that everyone around me sets high goals for themselves. I m the first one in my family to ever go to college, and I m thankful to have started at BCC. Janet Winchester Age: 20 Major: Science Goal: Transfer to UC Berkeley to study bioengineering

4 COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA Just minutes from Oakland and San Francisco, the College of Alameda offers the quiet of a suburban setting in this unique island city. Students will appreciate the intimate setting of this friendly college and benefit from closer contact with instructors and become more involved in campus life. Known for its overall academic excellence, the college s highlights include its renowned vocational programs that qualify students for in-demand careers and give them the ability to join the workforce right out of community college. When I started at the College of Alameda, I didn t even know how to sketch or sew. But I learned so much in this program, and my instructors encouraged me, challenged me, and helped me find the creativity inside me that I didn t know I had. I just graduated, and I want to get a bachelor s degree in business so I can open my own store and design and sell my own private clothing label. Monique Erwin Age: 26 Major: Apparel Design and Merchandising Goal: Design and sell clothes in own store Apparel Design and Merchandising Business Dental Assisting Human Development Services Transportation and Technology ATLAS Program Warehouse Operations and Forklift Office Admin for Logistics Industry Green Diesel Technician Program Customized Training Auto Body & Paint Automotive Technology Aviation Maintenance Diesel Mechanics For a detailed listing of programs, go to or contact a counselor. LANEY COLLEGE Architecture and Engineering Biomanufacturing Biomedical Engineering Technology Business Services Carpentry Construction Management Cosmetology Culinary Arts Electricity/Electronics Technology Environmental Control Technology Graphic Design/Digital Imaging Green Jobs Education Program Industrial Maintenance Program Journalism Labor Studies Legal Court Interpreter (Spanish) Machine Technology Media Communications Photography Welding Technology Wood Technology For a detailed listing of programs, go to or contact a counselor. Although I got a job right out of college as an entry-level mechanical engineer, I needed a better understanding of hands-on manufacturing to help me advance in my career. The classes I ve taken in Laney s Machine Technology program are taught by instructors with industry experience, and they provide real-life problems and solutions that have helped me become a better designer. Braden Williams Age: 25 Major: Machine Technology Goal: Enhance engineering skills Laney College, the largest of Peralta s four colleges, is located in the vibrant multicultural downtown of Oakland with convenient public transportation from all directions. This culturally rich, caring, and supportive learning environment also offers the biggest selection of career and technical education classes. Laney s winning combination of industry-experienced faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and programs that prepare students for 21st century jobs, makes Laney a top choice for taking the first step toward a bright future.

5 COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA Just minutes from Oakland and San Francisco, the College of Alameda offers the quiet of a suburban setting in this unique island city. Students will appreciate the intimate setting of this friendly college and benefit from closer contact with instructors and become more involved in campus life. Known for its overall academic excellence, the college s highlights include its renowned vocational programs that qualify students for in-demand careers and give them the ability to join the workforce right out of community college. When I started at the College of Alameda, I didn t even know how to sketch or sew. But I learned so much in this program, and my instructors encouraged me, challenged me, and helped me find the creativity inside me that I didn t know I had. I just graduated, and I want to get a bachelor s degree in business so I can open my own store and design and sell my own private clothing label. Monique Erwin Age: 26 Major: Apparel Design and Merchandising Goal: Design and sell clothes in own store Apparel Design and Merchandising Business Dental Assisting Human Development Services Transportation and Technology ATLAS Program Warehouse Operations and Forklift Office Admin for Logistics Industry Green Diesel Technician Program Customized Training Auto Body & Paint Automotive Technology Aviation Maintenance Diesel Mechanics For a detailed listing of programs, go to or contact a counselor. LANEY COLLEGE Architecture and Engineering Biomanufacturing Biomedical Engineering Technology Business Services Carpentry Construction Management Cosmetology Culinary Arts Electricity/Electronics Technology Environmental Control Technology Graphic Design/Digital Imaging Green Jobs Education Program Industrial Maintenance Program Journalism Labor Studies Legal Court Interpreter (Spanish) Machine Technology Media Communications Photography Welding Technology Wood Technology For a detailed listing of programs, go to or contact a counselor. Although I got a job right out of college as an entry-level mechanical engineer, I needed a better understanding of hands-on manufacturing to help me advance in my career. The classes I ve taken in Laney s Machine Technology program are taught by instructors with industry experience, and they provide real-life problems and solutions that have helped me become a better designer. Braden Williams Age: 25 Major: Machine Technology Goal: Enhance engineering skills Laney College, the largest of Peralta s four colleges, is located in the vibrant multicultural downtown of Oakland with convenient public transportation from all directions. This culturally rich, caring, and supportive learning environment also offers the biggest selection of career and technical education classes. Laney s winning combination of industry-experienced faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and programs that prepare students for 21st century jobs, makes Laney a top choice for taking the first step toward a bright future.

6 MERRITT COLLEGE Merritt College takes full advantage of its beautiful Oakland Hills location with buildings blending right into the topography. Lush plants and flowers grace the northern end of campus, thanks to the college s renowned Landscape Horticulture program. With gorgeous views of the Bay Area, Merritt is a perfect setting for the challenging and rigorous learning experiences that support the academic and workforce training success of its students. Administration of Justice Business Child Development Community Social Services Computer Technology Environmental Management & Technology Genomics Landscape Horticulture Microscopy Nursing Nutrition and Dietetics Paralegal Studies Radiologic Science Real Estate Recreation and Leisure Studies For a detailed listing of programs, go to or contact a counselor. When I decided to start my second career in golf course management, I needed to learn about landscape maintenance in order to move up in my position. In Merritt s horticulture program, not only did I learn about maintaining grass, but I learned all about plants, design, and even irrigation construction. The program gave me real-world knowledge of what to expect on the job. And, best of all, I was able to take classes in the evening so I could continue to work during the day. David Gutierrez Age: 40 Major: Landscape Horticulture Goal: Promotion to golf course superintendent

7 THE PERALTA COLLEGES DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Architecture and Engineering Apparel Design and Merchandising Administration of Justice Aviation Maintenance American Sign Language ATLAS Program Automotive Technology Auto Body and Paint Biomanufacturing Biomedical Engineering Technology Biotechnology Business Carpentry Child Development Community Social Services Computer Information Systems Construction Management Cosmetology Culinary Arts Diesel Mechanics Dental Assisting Electricity/Electronics Technology Environmental Control Technology Environmental Management and Technology Graphic Design/Digital Imaging Green Jobs Education Program Human Development Services Industrial Maintenance Journalism Labor Studies Landscape Horticulture Legal Court Interpreting (Spanish) Machine Technology Media Communications Multimedia Arts Nursing Nutrition and Dietetics Paralegal Studies Photography Public and Human Services Radiologic Science Real Estate Recreation and Leisure Services Spanish Medical Interpreting Welding Technology Wood Technology BCC COA LANEY MERRITT For a complete listing of the programs, go to web.peralta.edu/cte or talk to a counselor (see web addresses and contact information on back cover).

8 ABOUT THE PERALTA COLLEGES The Peralta Community College District was created more than four decades ago to provide accessible, high-quality education to the multicultural East Bay community. Today the District enrolls nearly 20,000 students in its four colleges, each unique in size, environment, and population mix. All of the colleges offer academic transfer opportunities as well as distinct Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to prepare their students for high-skill, high-demand careers. For more information, please see the college contacts and website addresses below. Hope to see you at one of our colleges! DISCOVER Career & Technical Education Programs Merritt College Campus Drive Oakland, CA College of Alameda 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway Alameda, CA YOUR FUTURE Laney College 900 Fallon Street Oakland, CA Berkeley City College 2050 Center Street Berkeley, CA Peralta Community College District 333 East 8th Street, Oakland, CA Berkeley City College College of Alameda Laney College Merritt College