Career Technical Education
Whether through an adult school or a community college, students can gain hands-on skills to make them more employable in a wide range of professions, including health care, construction, computing and automotive
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Map of Career Technical Education Programs in Contra Costa County
Click on a school icon below to find a Career Technical Education program or class in Contra Costa County.
Classes in Brentwood
Liberty Adult Education |
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.LOCATION: 929 2nd Street Brentwood, CA 94513 Phone: 925-280-3980 Website: libertyadulted.org/ CLASSES: Business and Technology Programs: Accounting Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Advanced Microsoft Office Specialist, Executive Administrative Assistant, General Office Support, Microsoft Office Business Suite, Bookkeeping/Accounting I, Bookkeeping/Accounting II, Bookkeeping/Accounting III. Medical Certifications Programs: In partnership with several local educational institutions, the Liberty Adult Education offers multiple medical certifications programs in the following areas, all of which can be completed in as little as few weeks: Medical Insurance Biller/Coder, Medical Receptionist, Medical Administrative Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Nurse Assistant Training, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician CPT1. |
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Classes in Concord
Mt. Diablo Adult Education |
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LOCATION: 1266 San Carlos Avenue Concord, CA 94518 Phone: 925-685-7340 Website: mdae-mdusd-ca.schoolloop.com CLASSES: Individual Certificate Classes: Bookkeeping and Accounting, Excel-Basics and Beyond, CPR for Healthcare Providers, Customer Service (National Certification), Dental Infection, Dental Radiation Safety, EMT Refresher and CEUs. Certificate Programs: Administrative Assistant, Dental Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant, and Surgical Technologist. |
REGISTRATION: Individual Certificate Classes: Click here to register for Individual Certificate Classes. Certificate Programs: Step 1: Register for CTEC Orientation. Step 2: Pass free reading and math assessment. Register for CTEC Admissions Assessment. Step 3: Complete the enrollment process below: A. Review Program Admission Requirements. B. Contact Financial Aid Advisor via email at murphya@mdusd.org C. Submit required documentation to CTEC office. D. Contact CTEC office to verify enrollment clearance and register. For more information and individual program requirements, please visit program web pages or view CTEC Catalog of Programs. |
Classes in Martinez
Martinez Adult Education |
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LOCATION: 600 F Street Martinez, CA 94553 Phone: 925-228-3276 Website: mae-martinez-ca.schoolloop.com/BTC CLASSES: Individual Certificate Classes: Accounting, Mastering Payroll, QuickBooks, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Medical Terminology, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Administrative Medical Assistant, Electronic Health Records, Anatomy & Physiology, Business Communication, Customer Service (National Certification), Career Connections, and many more! Program Certificates: Accounting Specialist, Administrative Assistant, Bookkeeper, Customer Service Representative, Executive Administrative Assistant, Medical Biller and Coding Specialist, Medical Front Office Receptionist, and Microsoft Office Suite. |
REGISTRATION: Individual Certificate Classes: To register for individual certificate classes call 925-335-5890, Ext. 3953. Program Certificates: New students must register in person at the Martinez Adult Education, Business Training Center Office to enroll in a program certificate course. New students will be required to attend an orientation meeting and take a placement test. |
Classes in Pittsburg
Los Medanos College |
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LOCATION: 2700 E Leland Rd. Pittsburg, CA 94565 Phone: 925-431-2181 Website: losmedanos.edu/ PROGRAMS OF STUDY: A major is the field of specialization you choose, such as Psychology or Computer Science. Depending on the major, you may choose to earn an Associate Degree or a Certificate of Achievement. See the LMC Catalog for requirements for each major. If you plan to transfer to a 4-year college, see a counselor—requirements vary according to major and transfer institution. See the degree checklist for details on the courses for each major. Most LMC majors are “open” to any student. The Registered and Vocational Nursing, Fire Academy and Law Enforcement Academy however, require application to the programs after completion of specific prerequisite courses. |
STEPS FOR NEW STUDENTS AT LMC: Following the five steps to enrollment listed below will ensure that you are informed and prepared to take classes at LMC. You will also get an improved registration date which will give you the best possible chance to get the classes you want.
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Pittsburg Adult Education Center |
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.LOCATION: 1151 Stoneman Avenue Pittsburg, CA 94565 Phone: 925-473-2400 Website: pittsburg.k12.ca.us/Page/35 CLASSES: Allied Health Academy Individual Classes: Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Office Skills, Insurance Billing & Health Information Management, Introduction to Medical Coding, National Certification Review, Medical Calculations, Medical First Responder, and CPR/First Aid. Allied Health Academy Career Pathways: Home Health Aid (HHA), Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA), Pharmacy Technician (PT), Professional Biller, Professional Coder, Medical Front Office, and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Business Academy/CTE: Administrative Assistant, Bookkeeper, Customer Service Representative, General Office Clerk, and Receptionist. |
ADMISSION: Classes are open to all adults (18 years old and older) who are presently not attending high school and are able to benefit from instruction. REGISTRATION: Registration for CTE classes takes place through the Adult Education Main Office. This can be done in person, by mail or FAX. ATTENDANCE: Regular daily attendance is necessary if students expect to complete the courses or program in which they are enrolled. CLASS-SIZE/CLOSURE: A class with fewer than 10 students present may be closed after the first hour. REFUND POLICY: THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR BOOKS, CLASSES, FEES OR SUPPLIES. Prorated refunds or credit of fees are issued for a cancelled class only. |
Classes in Pleasant Hill
Contra Costa County Office of Education |
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LOCATION: 77 Santa Barbara Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone: 925-942-3388 Website: cccoe.k12.ca.us/stsvcs/rop/adult_courses.html CLASSES: CTE/ROP offers career training opportunities for adults who need to upgrade existing skills, or acquire new ones. The CCCOE offers programs in:
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APPLY AND ENROLL: Please call to enroll in an adult CTE/ROP course. Medical Classes Theresa Moodie-Banks 925-427-2404 Industrial Classes Cookie Teat 510-231-1442, Ext. 27431 |
Diablo Valley College |
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LOCATION: 321 Golf Club Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone: 925-969-2140 Website: dvc.edu/academics/programs.html CLASSES: DVC offers associate degrees and certificates in a wide variety of programs as listed below. Click the links for program requirements, department information, program descriptions, program sequences, and addendum information or view a PDF of the degrees and programs chart. |
APPLY AND ENROLL: Following the five steps to enrollment listed below will ensure that you are informed and prepared to take classes at DVC. You will also get an improved registration date which will give you the best possible chance to get the classes you want. |
Classes in Richmond
West Contra Costa Adult Education |
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LOCATION: 6028 Ralston Ave., Richmond, California Phone (510) 231-1453 Website: wccae.info/ CLASSES: WCCAE offers CTE classes in Computer Education, Information Technology, and Medical Careers. |
HOW TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES: In Person-CASH OR CHECK ONLY. Sorry, we do not accept debit or credit cards at the counter. Also, please do not use the mail-in registration form when registering in person. Forms are available in the office. Visit the Contact page for Serra Campus hours. Online-Credit card needed. You will need to create an account to register (Write down your log in and password information so you'll remember for the future.) Link to online registration (opens in a new browser window). By Mail-Use the form provided in the catalog (or click here to download a PDF for printing). Mail your form along with your check or money order. If enrolling for more than one class, please send a separate check for each class. |
Classes in San Pablo
Contra Costa College |
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LOCATION: 2600 Mission Bell Drive San Pablo, CA 94806 Phone: 510-215-3896 Website: http://www.contracosta.edu/classes/degrees-certificates/ DEGREES + CERTIFICATES: Whether you’re thinking about transferring to a four-year university or want to fast track your way to job readiness, Contra Costa College is the place to be! We have 120 different degree and certificate options, and plenty of classes to meet your needs. Visit our academic department pages to learn more about the specifics of each program. |
HOW TO APPLY: Follow these steps to become a student and a new member of the CCC community. Step 1 - Submit an Application If you are a new student, new transfer student, returning or returning transfer student, the first step is to complete an online application. Continuing students (those who were enrolled in the previous term) do not need to submit a new application. Step 2 - Apply for Financial Aid Step 3 - Complete Your Assessment Step 4 - Complete Orientation Step 5 - Develop and Educational Plan Step 6 - Register for Classes |
Classes in Walnut Creek
Acalanes Adult Education |
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LOCATION: 1963 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Phone: 925-280-3980 Website: acalanes.k12.ca.us/adulated CLASSES: Learn the latest in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook with Acalanes Adult Education's Microsoft Office individual courses. |
Demonstrate your technology skills by earning widely-recognized certifications for Microsoft Office. Students can obtain industry certifications that will provide them with skills for college and careers. These certifications will prove to potential employers and colleges that you have the most up-to-date skills and can meet industry standards. Click here to register online. |
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