Evening Logistics & Distribution

Program Description

Supply chain logistics is a rapidly growing industry in the greater Bakersfield area. With our proximity to I-5 and the ports in Los Angeles and Long Beach, Kern County is quickly becoming home to numerous distribution centers that offer employees many opportunities to move up the career ladder.

The Logistics & Distribution program provides students with the essential knowledge, skills, and experiences related to career opportunities in warehousing, distribution, logistics, and transportation. Students will learn and work in authentic environments using industry-standard equipment and procedures, as well as have opportunities to obtain information through a variety of work-based learning opportunities. Students will run a 10,000-square-foot training warehouse that will allow them to learn all aspects of the industry in a realistic working environment.

CREDIT AVAILABLE:

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

10 high school elective credits per semester

CERTIFICATIONS AVIALABLE:

·         Logistics and Distribution Certificate of Completion

·         Basic Employee Safety for General Industry Certificate

·         Confined Space Certificate

·         CPR/First Aid Certificate

·         OSHA 10

·         Scissor Lift Certification

·         Type 1-3 Forklift Certification

BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE CREDIT AVAILABLE:

• BSAD B49A: Warehouse Management
• BSAD B49B: Operations Management and Lean Principles

CAREER PATHWAYS AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS:

• Forklift Driver
• Stock Clerk
• Logistics Coordinator
• Warehouse Manager
• Distribution Manager
• Shipping/Receiving Clerk
• Routing/Scheduling Clerk
• Warehouse Associate