GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT REVIEW OF VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMS Cuyamaca College

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1 Introduction In keeping with Section (Review of program; termination) of the California Education, which states that Every vocational or occupational training program offered by a community college district shall be reviewed every two years by the governing board of the district, program reviews have been completed on the following nine Career Technical Education training programs at : 1. Entrepreneurship Small Business Management 2. Environmental Health and Safety Management 3. Graphic Design 4. Management 5. Ornamental Horticulture 6. Paralegal Studies 7. Real Estate 8. Surveying 9. Water/Wastewater Technology Information collected for these reviews was obtained from the following sources: 1. Occupational Employment Projections , San Diego County, 2. PERKINS IV Performance Trend Report, Core Indicator Two Completions - Certifications, Degrees and Transfer, 3. PERKINS IV Performance Trend Report, Core Indicator Four Employment, ATTACHMENT B1

2 Definitions TOP : Taxonomy of s ; the statewide number-designator assigned to a program of study. Core 2: Measures "Completions," defined as the number of students who earned a certificate (uses all credit certificates), degree, or were transfer prepared in the cohort year. Student concentrators not enrolling in vocational courses at the college in the cohort year who receive a vocational award during the cohort year are considered a concentrator and a completer in the cohort year. Students meeting criteria for this indicator with 12+ CTE units in a discipline (one course is above intro) in 3 years. See cohort specifications for full criteria. Core 4: Measures "Employment," defined as the number of students who found employment in any of the available sources in any quarter in the year following the cohort year. Available sources as of Spring 2008 are limited to Unemployment Insurance base wage file matches and apprenticeship programs offered in community colleges. Students meeting criteria for this indicator with 12+ CTE units in a discipline (one course is above intro) in 3 years. See cohort specifications for full criteria. ATTACHMENT B2

3 ENTREPRENEURSHIP-SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT I. Description The Entrepreneurship curriculum provides a course of study for students who are interested in working toward an associate degree or certificate while developing an appreciation and understanding of the functional areas within the small business environment. This program provides a working knowledge of small business operations to both the prospective business person as well as the owner/manager of an existing business. A. Associate in Science, Entrepreneurship Small Business Management B. Certificate of Achievement, Entrepreneurship Small Business Management II. Labor Market Demand The Entrepreneurship Small Business Management at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: A. Employment Trends: Occupation Managers, All Other TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD 8,460 9,920 1, CA 87,900 98,200 10, ,980 Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County B. Career Opportunities: Administrative Assistant Assistant Manager Bookkeeper Small Business Owner/Manager III. IV. Other Regional s The Entrepreneurship Small Business Management at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Other programs are at MiraCosta College, Palomar College, San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, and Southwestern College. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) ATTACHMENT B3

4 Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Business Statewide Management 22, Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Business Statewide Management 14, V. Recommendations Continue Entrepreneurship Small Business Management at Cuyamaca College. ATTACHMENT B4

5 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT I. Description This degree and certificate program provides entry level skills as well as upgrading/ refining existing skills of individuals employed in the field of Environmental Technology. The curriculum prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions in an Environmental Technology or related major. Courses are designed for students pursuing careers in Environmental Management and Occupational Safety and Health with an emphasis on training, regulatory compliance and program development, consulting, pollution prevention, recycling, remediation, conservation and program management. A. Degrees: Associate in Science, Environmental Management Associate in Science, Occupational Safety and Health B. Certificates: Certificate of Achievement, Environmental Technician Certificate of Achievement, Occupational Safety and Health Technician II. Labor Market Demand The Environmental Technology at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: A. Employment Trends: Occupation Compliance Officers, Except Agriculture Environmental Engineering Technicians Environmental Technicians, Including Health Geological and Petroleum Technicians TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD 3,460 4, CA 25,900 30,000 4, SD CA 2,700 3, SD CA 3,400 4, SD CA 1,900 2, ATTACHMENT B5

6 Occupation Hazardous Materials Removal Workers Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other Occupational Health and Safety Specialists GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD CA 4,300 5, SD NR NR NR NR NR CA 15,000 18,800 3, SD CA 6,300 7, Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County oice=occexplorer NR Not Reported B. Career Opportunities: Air Quality Engineer Asbestos Materials Building Remover Associate Toxic Waste Specialist Chemical Handler Environmental Engineer Environmental Hazardous Material Tech. Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Environmental Journalist Environmental Lawyer Environmental Manager Environmental Protection Specialist Environmental Research Test Technician Game or Fishery Technician Operator Geologist Health and Safety Technician Industrial Hygiene Technician Land Use and Planning Technician Mold Remediation Technician Occupational Health & Safety Tech. Pollution Control Technician Recycling Coordinator Risk Management Technician Safety Officer/Specialist Soils Analyst Solar Energy Installer Water/Waste Water Treatment III. IV. Other Regional s The Environmental Technology at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Other programs are at Imperial Valley College, Palomar College, and Southwestern College. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) ATTACHMENT B6

7 Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Environmental Statewide Technology Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Environmental Statewide Technology V. Recommendations Continue Environmental Health and Safety Management at. ATTACHMENT B7

8 GRAPHIC DESIGN I. Description The Graphic Design degree program develops entry level abilities in design aesthetics, typography, illustration, digital imaging, page layout, web page design and professional business practices. Courses utilize current computer hardware and software used in the graphic design profession. Students will develop a professional portfolio for job interview. A. Degrees: Associate in Science, Graphic Design B. Certificates: Certificate of Achievement, Graphic Design Certificate of Specialization, Digital Photography Certificate of Specialization, Web Graphics II. Labor Market Demand The Graphic Design at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: A. Employment Trends: Occupation Art Directors Artists and Related Workers, All Other Graphic Designers Multi-Media Artists and Animators Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD CA 14,400 16,100 1, SD NR NR NR NR NR CA 1,600 1, SD 3,360 4, CA 37,300 43,300 6, ,760 SD 1,090 1, CA 21, , SD CA 1,500 1, ATTACHMENT B8

9 Occupation Prepress Technicians and Workers TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD CA 5,300 3,700-1, Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County NR Not Reported B. Career Opportunities Advertising Director Art Director Cartoonist Desktop Publisher Display Designer Graphic Designer Illustrator Marketing Director Multimedia Designer Package Designer Technical Illustrator Web Page Designer III. IV. Other Regional s The Graphic Design at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Other programs are at Palomar College, San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, Mira Costa, and Southwestern College. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Graphic Art and Statewide Design 6, ATTACHMENT B9

10 Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Graphic Art and Statewide Design 4, V. Recommendations Continue Graphic Design at. ATTACHMENT B10

11 MANAGEMENT I. Description The Management degree program is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to be successful as a manager in today s demanding organizational climate. The curriculum is beneficial to men or women who aspire to a mid-level or higher management position in any type of organization including business, government and service organizations. A. Degrees: Associate in Science, Management B. Certificates: Certificate of Achievement, Management II. Labor Market Demand The Management at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: A. Employment Trends: Occupation Administrative Services Managers Chief Executives Construction Managers Cost Estimators General and Operations Managers Industrial Production Managers Management Analysts TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD 2,950 3, CA 31,000 35,900 4, ,270 SD 3,470 3, CA 41,100 42,900 1, ,250 SD 6,170 7,270 1, CA 59,600 68,000 8, ,220 SD 2,180 2, CA 22,400 29,600 7, ,160 SD 20,580 22,620 2, CA 236, ,700 15, ,910 SD 1,330 1, CA 17,800 19,600 1, SD 9,160 11,520 2, CA 82, ,400 18, ,220 ATTACHMENT B11

12 Occupation Managers, All Other Sales Managers Social and Community Service Managers Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD 8,460 9,920 1, CA 87,900 98,200 10, ,980 SD 4,480 5, CA 56,300 66,200 9, ,630 SD 1,240 1, CA 15,600 18,800 3, SD 860 1, CA 12,100 13,800 1, Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County B. Career Opportunities: Bank Officer Claim Adjuster Computer Operations Supervisor Director, Research and Development Employment Interviewer Financial Planner Hospital Administrator Import-Export Agent Management Trainee Management Consultant Office Manager Stock Broker Teacher, College III. IV. Other Regional s The Management at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Other programs exist in virtually all the Business Departments at community colleges. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Business Statewide Management 22, ATTACHMENT B12

13 Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Business Statewide Management 13, V. Recommendations Continue the Management at. ATTACHMENT B13

14 ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE I. Description The Ornamental Horticulture degree program provides for entry level skills, upgrading of existing skills, and preparation for further training. It is designed for students interested in a plethora of different careers in nursery and greenhouse management, landscape design and construction, grounds management, retail nursery operations, irrigation system design, installation and maintenance of interior plantscaping and other related fields. Emphasis is on hands-on experience with student participation in labs. Students will learn modern horticulture methods and procedures as well as the use of tools and equipment common to the field. Within the past two years, a new degree in Sustainable Urban Landscape has been developed to address growing interest in sustainability. A. Degrees Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Arboriculture Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Floristry Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Golf Course and Sports Turf Management Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Irrigation Technology Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Landscape Design Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Landscape Technology Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Nursery Technology Associate in Science, Ornamental Horticulture: Sustainable Urban Landscape B. Certificates Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Arboriculture Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Floristry Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Golf Course and Sports Turf Management Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Irrigation Technology Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Landscape Design Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Landscape Technology Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Nursery Technology Certificate of Achievement, Ornamental Horticulture: Sustainable Urban Landscape ATTACHMENT B14

15 II. Labor Market Demand The Ornamental Horticulture at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: Occupation Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop and Nursery Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers Landscaping and Groundskeeping Supervisors A. Employment Trends: TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD 5,770 5, CA 137, ,000-4, ,680 SD 6,110 6, CA 246, ,300 3, ,880 SD NR NR NR NR NR CA 1,300 1, SD 14,250 17,990 3, CA 138, ,400 29, ,440 SD 2,240 2, CA 20,400 23,500 3, Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County oice=occexplorer NR Not Reported B. Career Opportunities Agricultural Inspector Agricultural Researcher Arboretum/Park Director Arboriculture Technician Botanical Illustrator County/State Agricultural Advisor Environmental Designer Floral Designer Grower/Production Manager Horticultural Journalist Irrigation Consultant Landscape Architect Landscape Design Landscape Technician Nursery/Garden Center Mgr. Park Planner/Manager ATTACHMENT B15

16 Flower Shop Manager Golf Course Superintendent Golf Course Worker Greenhouse Manager Grounds Maintenance Manager Plant Breeder/Propagator Sports Field Manager Turf Manager Water Auditor Water Conservationist III. IV. Other Regional s The Ornamental Horticulture at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Other programs are at Imperial Valley College, MiraCosta College, San Diego Mesa College, and Southwestern College. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Statewide Horticulture 4, Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Statewide Horticulture 3, V. Recommendations Continue Ornamental Horticulture at. ATTACHMENT B16

17 PARALEGAL STUDIES I. Description The legal profession continues to evolve, like the medical profession, into a profession of specialties. Based on this recent development, lawyers need qualified assistants to better help them provide legal services to their clients. Paralegals are trained, professional technicians able to provide this needed legal assistance. The program at is approved by the American Bar Association which is of great benefit to our students when seeking employment. The Paralegal Studies degree program is specifically designed to prepare and provide students with the analytical skills and written abilities necessary to assist attorneys in the practice of law. The technical curriculum goals and objectives emphasize three primary areas: 1. Legal Research, Analysis and Writing 2. Ethics and the Mechanics of Law 3. Cooperative Work Experience The successful paralegal degree candidate will possess a broad educational background with an opportunity to gain specialized skills in specific areas of law. The large curriculum offering also allows practicing paralegals to attend college refresher or new skills development courses. This program does not prepare students for law school or the practice of law. A. Associate in Science, Paralegal Studies B. Certificates: not allowed for ABA Approved programs. II. Labor Market Demand The Paralegal Studies at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: A. Employment Trends: Occupation Legal Support Workers, All Other Paralegals and Legal Assistants TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD CA 7,200 7, SD 3,300 4, CA 26,800 32,200 5, ATTACHMENT B17

18 Occupation Title Examiners, Abstractors, & Searchers TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD CA 5,100 5, Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County B. Career Opportunities: Claim Examiner Compensation and Benefits Manager Compliance and Enforcement Inspector Contract Consultant Forms and Procedures Specialist Freelance Paralegal Labor Relations Specialist Law Clerk Legal Aide Legal Assistant Legal Research Assistant Legal Technician Occupational Safety &Health Worker Paralegal Patent Agent Title Examiner III. IV. Other Regional s The Paralegal Studies at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Other programs are at Palomar College, San Diego City College, San Diego Miramar College, and Southwestern College. The program at is an ABA Approved program. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Paralegal Statewide 12, ATTACHMENT B18

19 Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Paralegal Statewide 10, V. Recommendations Continue the Paralegal Studies at. ATTACHMENT B19

20 REAL ESTATE I. Description This degree program is designed to prepare students for employment in real estate or related fields. Also meets the educational requirements for the California Real Estate Broker s License and helps prepare both the salesperson and the broker for the state examination. Real Estate Principles is offered online as well as face-to-face and the department is exploring offering more of the curriculum in an online format to better meet the needs of working adults. A. Degrees: Associate in Science, Real Estate B. Certificates: Certificate of Achievement, Broker s License Certificate of Achievement, Escrow II. Labor Market Demand The Real Estate at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: A. Employment Trends: Occupation Property and Community Association Managers Real Estate Appraisers and Assessors Real Estate Brokers Real Estate Sales Agents TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD 5,480 6, CA 52,000 54,400 2, ,340 SD CA 6,200 6, SD 1,220 1, CA 10,900 12,600 1, SD 3,460 4, CA 29,400 34,700 5, ,190 Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County ATTACHMENT B20

21 B. Career Opportunities: Agent Investor Appraiser Lender/Financial Institution Broker Property Manager Builder/Developer Salesperson Economist Title Officer Escrow Officer/Trust Manager III. IV. Other Regional s The Real Estate at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Other programs are at MiraCosta College, Palomar College, San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, and Southwestern College. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Statewide Real Estate 10, Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Statewide Real Estate 8, V. Recommendations Continue the Real Estate at. ATTACHMENT B21

22 SURVEYING GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT I. Description This degree program prepares students to enter the civil engineering field. Competency in care and operation of field instruments, solution of problems in the laboratory, drafting of land survey maps and civil engineering plans, and application of studies to field practice are thoroughly explored. Currently three representatives from the California Land Surveyors Association are teaching in the program and developing new curriculum; the program has benefited from significant donations from related businesses. A newly formed Industry Advisory Committee will meet this spring to address changes in the industry. One, of significance, is the requirement than persons be separately licensed to review and sign off on plot plans and adjust property lines. Civil Engineers must also be a licensed land surveyor to do this work. A. Associate in Science, Surveying B. Certificate of Achievement, Surveying II. Labor Market Demand The Surveying at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: A. Employment Trends: Occupation Cartographers and Photogrammetrists Surveying and Mapping Technicians Surveyors TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD CA 1,300 1, SD CA 3,200 3, SD CA 5,100 5, Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County B. Career Opportunities: Geodetic Surveyor Geophysical Prospecting Surveyor Instruments Surveyor Assistant Oil-Well Directional Surveyor Marine Surveyor Mine Surveyor Land Surveyor ATTACHMENT B22

23 III. IV. Other Regional s The Surveying at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Palomar College has closed their Surveying. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Civil and Construction Statewide Management 4, Technology Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Civil and Construction Statewide Management 4, Technology V. Recommendations Continue the Surveying at. ATTACHMENT B23

24 Water and Wastewater Technology I. Description The Water and Wastewater Technology is designed to prepare students for employment by municipal drinking water and wastewater treatment departments or industrial treatment facilities. Careers in water and wastewater technology generally involve the administration, operation and maintenance of both drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities as well as distribution and collection systems. There has been significant growth in the program since its inception. A. Degrees Associate in Science, Water and Wastewater Technology: Cross Connection Control Systems Associate in Science, Water and Wastewater Technology: Water Distribution Systems Associate in Science, Water and Wastewater Technology: Water Treatment Plant Operator Associate in Science, Water and Wastewater Technology: Wastewater Collection Systems Associate in Science, Water and Wastewater Technology: Wastewater Treatment Operator B. Certificates Certificate of Achievement, Water and Wastewater Technology: Cross Connection Control Systems Certificate of Achievement, Water and Wastewater Technology: Water Distribution Systems Certificate of Achievement, Water and Wastewater Technology: Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate of Achievement, Water and Wastewater Technology: Wastewater Collection Systems Certificate of Achievement, Water and Wastewater Technology: Wastewater Treatment Operator II. Labor Market Demand The Water and Wastewater Technology at meets a documented labor market demand. Employment trends for this field are derived from a variety of sources. These are listed below: ATTACHMENT B24

25 A. Employment Trends: Occupation Water and Liquid Waste Treatment Plant and System Operators TOP SOC Numerical % Job Openings SD CA 9,800 10, Occupational Employment Projections San Diego County B. Career Opportunities Backflow Manager Construction Inspector Cross Connection Control Spec. Electronic Technician Engineer, Civil Engineer, Electrical Equipment Maintenance Operator Field Operations Supervisor Inspector Instrumentation/Control Technician or Specialist Laboratory Analyst Mechanical Systems Tech. Plant Operator Plant Process Control Electrician Plant Process Control Supervisor Recycled Water Inspector Survey Technician Utility Worker Wastewater Plant Operator Wastewater Treatment Super. Water Distribution Operator Water Quality and Treatment Mgr. Water Systems Technician III. IV. Other Regional s The Water and Wastewater Technician at does not represent unnecessary duplication of other training programs in the area. Similar programs exist at Palomar College and Imperial Valley College. Both colleges support the Cuyamaca given the high demand for classes and regional industry support of all three programs. Employment and Completion (Based on State Core Measures Report, ) ATTACHMENT B25

26 Core 2 Completions, defined as student attainment of an industry-recognized credential, a certificate, or a degree. % of Completion Completions Water and Statewide Wastewater Technology 2, Core 4 Employment defined as student placement in military service or apprenticeship programs or placement or retention in employment, including placement in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations or professions. % of Employment Employment Water and Statewide Wastewater 2, Technology V. Recommendations Continue Water/Wastewater Technology at. ATTACHMENT B26