Are classes free?
Class fees at most campuses will be either
partial or completely waived with written disability
verification. In many cases, school fees can be covered by the
California Department of Rehabilitation, if the student is
eligible.
How much do classes cost?
Classes at most Education & Career
Centers cost from $10.00 to $50.00 per semester. Check with your
nearest school regarding exact fees and any possible waiver
based on disability.
Do I need disability verification?
To be eligible for services and possible fee
waiver through the Disability Support Program,
written disability verification is
required.
What ages do you serve?
The ages of students served through our
program is generally from 18 to eighty. Basically, we serve
adult students who are no longer involved with high school.
How long does vocational training
take?
The length of most of our vocational training
programs is one to two semester.
Do I need an IEP?
No, an IEP is not required, but it can
be helpful to serve as a disability verification.
Is a High School Diploma required?
A high school diploma is not a requirement to
attend most Career Technical Education classes. A High
School Diploma is required
for certain specialized training, such as L.V.N. or Pharmacy
Technician.
What accommodations do you provide?
Examples of accommodations that can be
provided at our Education & Career Centers include
interpreting for students with hearing impairments, ramps and
access for students with mobility impairments, specialized
counseling and registration assistance, advocacy, assistance
with adaptive equipment, and job placement counseling.
What types of certificates and
diplomas are offered?
Upon the successful completion of a
Education & Career Center class, students will earn a Certificate of
Completion. At most of our Education & Career Centers,
students may also earn a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
Do you provide assistance with job
placement?
Many of the Education & Career Centers offer job
placement assistance to all students. Specialized job placement
is offered through of our Disability Support Program and our
WorkAbility II Employment Specialists assist many Department of
Rehabilitation consumers.
Are classes available in the
evenings and on Saturdays?
Most Education & Career Centers offer
classes on evenings and Saturdays. Contact your local campus
for a schedule of class times.
Do you provide tutoring?
Tutoring can be provided at some campuses. You may contact the Disability Support Program
at (818) 365-2095 for
details.
Can I take a tour of the school?
All Education & Career Centers encourage visitors. You
may contact the Disability Support Program at (818) 365-2095
tour arrange a campus tour.
Do I need to take a placement test?
A placement assessment is required for a few
programs such as GED or Nursing. The majority of our training
programs do not require a placement test.
Do the classes have prerequisites?
Some training programs have
prerequisites. You may contact the Disability Support Program at
(818) 365-2095 for
details.
