Evening Office Technology

Location: Regional Occupational Center

Fee: No cost to high school students; $1700 for adults.

Program Description

This year-long program will prepare you for a variety of office support positions valued by all industries. Students begin by earning their Office Technology certificate and then progress to the Community Classroom Internship Program.  Office Technology certified students then transition to second semester advanced curriculum focusing on advanced MS Word and Document Processing.

This Community Classroom Internship Program (CCIP) helps students understand the connections between school, work, and postsecondary education. CCIP enables students to explore various career options through unpaid worksite experiences in their areas of interest. This program can be extremely beneficial for students, as it aids them in clarifying their career interests and selecting a program major for their postsecondary education.

Credit Available:

Meets area “G” approval for UC and CSU admissions.

10 high school elective credits per semester

Bakersfield College – Articulation

BSAD B66abc – Computer Keyboarding Part 1, 2, & 3 (1 unit each class)

BSAD B64 – Ten Key (.5 unit)

BSAD B88 – Office Procedures (3 units)

COMP B5 – Introduction to Microsoft Office (3 units)

Things to Consider

Office Technology students should have average or better math and English skills and solid attendance. The program dress code is Business Casual/Business Professional and/or Specified Uniform. Nails can be no longer than 2mm. Facial piercings and dangling jewelry must be removed.  For students assigned to internships at medical offices, proof of a current negative TB Skin Test and current Immunization record are also required.