UC / 5 credits

Prepare to work in the dental office. Instruction includes dental terminology, scheduling appointments, reception and telephone techniques, patient treatment management, dental procedures, records management, billing, collections, word processing applications, and dental insurance.

To meet UC/CSU admission requirement (“G” credit), students must complete the semester and earn a grade of 70% or better.

Certification: Students will have an opportunity to earn an American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers card. Students may attend one five-hour session on a weekday evening or a Saturday for the American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers card. Sessions are held at local schools or the Presidio Campus in Costa Mesa. Students will sign up online during the second week of class.

Class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. 

Monday classes will be in person from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. 

Wednesday classes will be on line from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. 

UC / Articulated / 5 credits

Learn the skills needed to work in the baking & pastry industry. Acquire knowledge in proper equipment handling, product identification,  terminology, baking, and pastry preparation and production techniques. Master the basics of making breads, cakes, wedding cake decoration, and plate presentation. 

To meet the UC/CSU admission requirements (“G” credit), students must complete the semester and earn a grade of 70% or better.

Certification: Students have the opportunity to earn the California Food Handlers Card.

Class meets Tuesdays, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

UC / 5 credits per semester (yearlong class)

Do you have an interest in construction and/or architecture? Learn the basic skills required of the construction trades in this hands-on class! The focus of this course is on building design, performance, sustainability, and the manner in which residential and commercial structures are designed and built. Students learn industry-standard safety habits and procedures, vocabulary, use of hand and power tools, blueprint reading, and measurement and estimating. During simulated builds, students acquire experience working with building materials. Participate in construction competition opportunities during the year.

To meet UC/CSU admission requirement (“G” credit), students must complete a full year (two semesters) of the course and earn a grade of 70% or better.

Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

UC / Articulated / 5 credits 

Prepare for a career as a chef in a fine restaurant or hotel. Learn safety and sanitation, knife skills, cooking techniques, and food service procedures.

To meet UC/CSU admission requirement (“G” credit), students must complete the semester earn a grade of 70% or better. 

Certification: Students will have the opportunity to test for and receive a ServSafe Food Handler Certificate.

Prerequisites: Students must be at least 16 years of age. Students must be responsible for their own transportation to and from the internship site. Students must take and pass ServSafe Food Handler test prior to placement at an internship site; test administered during course hours. Students must earn a grade of 70% or better in the classroom portion of the course to be placed at an internship.

Required Materials: Blue pants and black leather shoes with rubber soles required.

Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Must be a senior (grade 12) to register for this class

Honors / UC /10 credits per semester (yearlong class) 

Prepare for employment in various pharmacy settings. Class instruction includes; medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacy law, metric and apothecary systems, drug requirements, and dispensing prescriptions. After initial classroom instruction, intern in a pharmacy setting.

To meet UC/CSU admission requirement (“G” credit), students must complete one year (two semesters) of the course and earn a grade of 70% or better.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Health occupations classes include the study of reproductive and other systems and require practicing procedures on other students and/or patients, both male, and female, of differing ages. Participation in these activities is required for a certificate of completion and continuation in the career pathway. Additionally, these classes may require heavy lifting and bending. Lastly, some programs require the submission of personal information, such as DOB and social security numbers, with state agencies and/or clinical internship partners due to licensing and security clearance requirements.

Certification: Meet eligibility requirements to apply for the Pharmacy Technician License through the California State Board of Pharmacy upon successful completion of the course with a 70% or better.

Required Hours: Students must be at least 16 years of age and a senior (grade 12). Students must be responsible for their own transportation to and from the internship site. Students are expected to complete three (3) additional hours of online instruction each week in the first semester (Fall). The Online component includes discussion board participation, written assignments, and assessments.

Fall Semester: Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and students are expected to complete 3 additional hours of online instruction each week. 

Spring Semester: Class meets Tuesdays, Thursday, & Fridays, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

UC / Articulated / 5 Credits 

Prepare for a career in the Sports Medicine Industry.  This internship course will provide students with direct practical experience and training in the rehabilitation field.  Students will expand and refine their skills and knowledge in the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of injuries as well as fitness and athletic preparation in a clinical setting.

To meet UC/CSU admission requirement (“G” credit), students must complete the semester and earn a grade of 70% or better.

Prerequisites: Completion of one year of a sports medicine course is strongly reccommended. Students must be at least 16 years of age.  Students must be responsible for their own transportation to and from the internship site.

Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

UC / 5 Credits

Develop entry-level skills required for employment in the veterinary field.  Learn how to approach, handle and properly restrain animals. Study animal behavior, nutrition, anatomy, terminology, diseases, safety, and sanitation.  Successful completion of this course with a grade of 70% or better required for enrollment into Animal Health Care Internship. 

To meet the UC/CSU admission requirements (“G” credit), students must complete the semester and earn a grade of 70% or better.

Prerequisites: Students must be at least 16 years of age.

Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM 

Students participating in this class must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster shot, as required by the internship site.

UC / Articulated / 5 credits

Learn the necessary skills to become a nurse assistant. Develop knowledge of anatomy, infection control, vital signs, personal patient care, ethics, and medical terminology. After initial classroom instruction, intern at a local hospital.

To meet the UC/CSU admission requirements (“G” credit), students must complete the semester and earn a grade of 70% or better.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Health occupations classes include the study of reproductive and other systems and require practicing procedures on other students and/or patients, both male and female, of differing ages. Participation in these activities is required for a certificate of completion and continuation in the career pathway. Additionally, these classes may require heavy lifting and bending. Lastly, some programs require the submission of personal information, such as DOB and social security number, with state agencies and/or clinical internship partners due to licensing and security clearance requirements.

Certification: Students must attend one five-hour session on a weekday evening or a Saturday for the American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers card. Sessions are held at local schools or at the Presidio Campus in Costa Mesa. Students will sign up online during the second week of class.

Prerequisites: Students must be 16 years of age and preference is given to seniors. Students must be responsible for their own transportation to and from the internship site. Physical exam, TB clearance and vaccinations required for all students prior to internship. Students must earn a grade of 70% or better in the classroom portion of the course to be placed at an internship. Students must complete Live Scan fingerprinting to attend internship.

Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, plus 1 Saturday for 5 hours for CPR Training - date and time TBD.