Program Review

• Program Descriptions

  Program Title	Program Description
  21st Century Career Skills Certificate of Completion	Provides training in the following career skills, also known as "soft skills": Adaptability, Self-awareness, Digital Fluency, Communication, Collaboration, Empathy, Analysis/Solution Mindset, Resilience, Entrepreneurial Mindset, and Social/Diversity Awareness.
  Adobe Photoshop Association Certification Exam Preparation Certificate of Completion	Designed to prepare a student for Adobe Certified Associate exam a credential certifying the individual has the entry-level skills to plan, design, build and maintain effective communications using Adobe Photoshop.
  Autodesk Maya Certified User Exam Preparation Certificate of Completion	This certificate will offer students the ability to prepare for the Autodesk Maya Certified User Exam. These two courses taken together will prepare the student with the training and practice on the current software version of Autodesk Maya.
  Baking Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	Introduces students to basic formulas and techniques in the bakeshop.
  Beginning Conversational English Certificate of Competency	Interact with others to meet basic needs related to routine everyday activities and participate in familiar social interactions in a socio- culturally appropriate way.
  Business of Acting Certificate of Completion	The Business of Acting Certificate is designed to bridge academic acting training and the professional acting business.   Students will learn the process of following the industry, identifying potential performance opportunities, submission process, and the audition process.
  Career and Lifestyle Exploration Certificate of Completion	The Career and Lifestyle Exploration Certificate allows students to assess and understand their strengths, interests, abilities and work values. Students will use this knowledge to explore a career of interest through a job shadowing experience and interview. Each related course is designed and taught by a career counselor to improve the career development competencies required for strategic career exploration.
  Career Strategist Certificate of Completion	The Career Strategist Certificate trains students to develop the skills needed to gain an accurate understanding of their strengths,  interests, abilities and work values. Students also develop the skills to combine personal characteristics with career information to   improve their skills at seeking, obtaining, maintaining and changing jobs. Each related course is designed and taught by a career counselor to improve the career development competencies required for strategic career decision making.
  CBEST Preparation Certificate of Completion	This certificate is designed to prepare students for the CBEST - California Basic Education Skills Test. The CBEST is the standardized exam that future TK -12 teachers must pass prior to being accepted into a Teacher Credential Program or hired as a teacher in California.
  Certified Paralegal Exam Test Preparation Certificate of Completion	This certificate is designed to prepare students and paralegals for the NALA Certified Paralegal Exam: Knowledge section and Skills section. The use of the Certified Paralegal (CP) credential signifies that a paralegal can provide superior services to firms and corporations. The CP credential has been acknowledged by the American Bar Association as a mark of high professional achievement, and the certification    helps advance paralegals in their careers and professional development.
  College Success Toolkit Certificate of Competency	Provides resources and strategies to succeed in college as a new or returning student. Topics covered will include academic expectations, financial aid options and budgeting, academic and career educational options, College of the Canyons Resources, goal setting, and online learning.
  Commercial Sewing Certificate of Completion	Utilize single/double needle, cover stitch, elastic, and overlock sewing machines to assemble shirts, pants, boxers, and bedsheets.
  Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Training Certificate of Completion	The Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Training Certificate allows students to develop a baseline understanding of the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) with an emphasis on awareness, identification, and the implementation of prevention and intervention strategies. Provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to identify sexually and commercially exploited youth and provide culturally and linguistically competent support to sexually and commercially exploited youth.
  Conversational ASL for College and Career Certificate of Completion	Focuses on expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language for college and career, while providing students additional development in conversational proficiency in a variety of contexts.
  Crime and Intelligence Analysis Certificate of Completion	The Crime & Intelligence Analysis Certificate (CIAC) program at College of the Canyons will provide practical instruction in crime analysis, criminal investigative analysis, organized crime intelligence analysis, law enforcement research, and statistical methods.  The included courses will focus on (1) the analysis of the Part I and Part II crime trends most commonly encountered by patrol officers and investigators such as murder, aggravated assault, rape, robbery, burglary, and theft, and (2) crimes investigated by intelligence officers such as criminal networks, organized crime groups, narcotics, gangs, smuggling, trafficking, pirated goods, money laundering, and other illicit rings. The CIAC program is designed with the community and future in mind. Incorporating social justice concerns and utilizing evidence-based theories, this program directly correlates to the current push for implicit bias training in the criminal justice field.  Crime analysis is one of the fastest growing sectors of law enforcement in the world, and investigative profiling is the only empirically based investigative method accepted internationally. Combined, these two fields represent the future of the criminal justice system. Upon completion of the Certificate in Crime & Intelligence Analysis program, graduates will receive a Certificate from College of the Canyons and be better prepared for entry level positions as crime and/or intelligence analysts.
  Customer Relations Certificate of Completion	Earners of this certificate have developed a deep understanding of communication skills and how they relate to quality customer service. Additionally, earners understand different personality styles and how to adapt to each. They are able to provide strategic customer service recommendations based on their classroom experience as well as demonstrate collaborative problem solving.
  Digital Office Certificate of Completion	Introduces students to basic digital office technologies utilized in today’s modern workplace, including computer processes, Internet technologies, social media, word processing, spreadsheets, and communications software, such as e-mail, presentation, and information dissemination applications.
  Digital Photographic Camera and Composition Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	The Digital Photographic Camera and Composition Fundamentals Certificate trains students to develop the skills needed to gain an accurate understanding of basic operation of digital cameras, lenses, and storage media as well as appropriate critical and aesthetic standards of photographic composition. Each related course is designed and taught to develop and improve competencies required for employment in the photographic industry.
  Digital Photographic Camera and Manual Exposure Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	The Digital Photographic Camera and Manual Exposure Fundamentals Certificate trains students to develop the skills needed to gain an accurate understanding of basic operation of digital cameras, lenses, and storage media as well as the fundamental technical principles of photographic exposure. Each related course is designed and taught to develop and improve competencies required for employment in  the photographic industry.
  Digital Photographic Project Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	The Digital Photographic Project Fundamentals Certificate trains students in the proper procedures and practices for operation of digital cameras, principles of photographic exposure, critical and aesthetic standards, and project development needed to complete assignments in the photographic industry. Each related course is designed and taught to develop and improve competencies required for employment in the photographic industry.
  Digital Publishing for the Office Certificate of Completion	The Digital Publishing for the Office Certificate is designed to satisfy industry demand for workers with fundamental skills required for effective job performance in the modern office workplace. The certificate program is intended to provide office workers with training in digital publishing to meet routine demands, including creation of newsletters, flyers, brochures, magazines, calendars, etc.
  Emerging Leaders Certificate of Completion	Examine different leadership styles, strategies for becoming an effective leader, and the impact leadership can have on organizational effectiveness. Emphasis will be placed on attributes of successful leaders, leadership communication skills, and techniques for planning and organizing in today's changing workplace.
  English as a Second Language (ESL) for College Preparation I Certificate of Competency	The Noncredit English as a Second Language (NC.ESL) program is a general ESL program that gives students the foundations in general English but college requires an academic English so for those students interested in moving to credit ESL and credit courses, mastery of key academic English skills is essential to their success. This certificate program allows NC.ESL students to focus their English skills for a college environment.
  English as a Second Language (ESL) for College Preparation II Certificate of Competency	The Noncredit English as a Second Language (NC.ESL) program is a general ESL program that gives students the foundations in general English but college requires an academic English so for those students interested in moving to credit ESL and credit courses, mastery of key academic English skills is essential to their success. This certificate program allows NC.ESL students to focus their English skills for a college environment.
  English for the Workplace Certificate of Completion	The Noncredit English as a Second Language (NC.ESL) program is a general ESL program that gives students the foundations in general English but college requires an academic English so for those students interested in moving to credit ESL and credit courses, mastery of key academic English skills is essential to their success. This certificate program allows NC.ESL students to focus their English skills for the workplace environment.
  Entering the Workforce Post Criminal Conviction Certificate of Completion	Develops the skills needed to successfully transition from being incarcerated to finding employment. The completion of this certificate will help prepare students to learn how to clear one’s record and find employment opportunities.
  Entrepreneurship Certificate of Completion	Designed to prepare students with the management skills unique to the successful operation of a small business enterprise, including financial, marketing, and management strategies.
  ESL/Beginning Level Certificate of Competency	Students who receive this certificate have demonstrated mastery of the Model Standards for Adult Education Programs Beginning Low and Beginning High levels of English skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
  ESL/Intermediate Level Certificate of Competency	Students who receive this certificate have demonstrated mastery of the Model Standards for Adult Education Programs Intermediate Low and Intermediate High levels of English skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening
  Essential Academic Skills Certificate of Competency	Develops essential reading, writing, and math skills through individualized and classroom instruction. This program will cover academic skills equivalent to grades 3-8 and may be offered open entry/open exit.
  Essential Arithmetic Skills Certificate of Competency	Introduces students to essential arithmetic skills involving fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals. Successful completion of this certificate will help in preparing students for essential pre-algebra skills.
  Essential Beginning Algebra Skills Certificate of Competency	Introduces students to essential introductory algebra skills involving algebraic expressions, linear equations, graphs, and systems. Successful completion of this certificate will help students with basic concepts and prepare them for further and transfer-level mathematics courses.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Functions and Rational Exponents Certificate of Competency	Introduces students to essential intermediate algebra skills involving relations, functions, graphs, absolute value equations/inequalities, radicals, and rational expressions.  Successful completion of this certificate will help students prepare for transfer level mathematics courses.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Polynomials Certificate of Competency	Introduces students to essential intermediate algebra skills involving exponents, polynomials, and rational expressions/equations. Successful completion of this certificate will help students prepare for transfer level mathematics courses.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Quadratics, Exponentials, and Logarithms Certificate of Competency	Introduces students to essential intermediate algebra skills involving quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic equations/functions. Successful completion of this certificate will help students prepare for transfer level mathematics courses.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Shapes and Patterns Certificate of Competency	Introduces students to essential intermediate algebra skills involving conics, sequences, and series.  Successful completion of this certificate will help students prepare for transfer level mathematics courses.
  Essential Pre-Algebra Skills Certificate of Competency	Introduces students to essential pre-algebra skills involving rates, proportions, and percentages. Successful completion of this certificate will help students solve practical problems in every-day applications of mathematics.
  Essential Reading and Writing Skills for College and Career Certificate of Completion	Develops reading and writing skills by focusing on critical reading and composition strategies.
  Fundamental Skills for Commercial Artists Certificate of Completion	Offers fundamental rendering skills required for students seeking employment in the creative arts economy of Southern California, and job training/refresher skills for professionals already working in the field.
  Fundamentals of Communication Certificate of Completion	Earners of this certificate have demonstrated the fundamental principles of workplace communication, including effective listening, rapport building, and persuasive communication strategies for leadership. They have also identified and utilized technological tools to build a professional online presence and collaborate with others online and in person. Earners have gained a deeper understanding of navigating workplace communication challenges to create more positive outcomes.
  Fundamentals of Public Communication Certificate of Completion	Examines the skills needed to both organize and deliver effective workplace presentations and identity and write essential Public Relations plans and press kit materials to enhance workplace communication both inside and out of the organizational structure.
  Gateway Human Resources Assistant Certificate of Completion	Introduce learners to the field of Human Resources.  Prepare participants with a solid foundation of the human resources functions, basic knowledge of relevant employment laws, and the ability to perform basic human resources activities that are an essential part of the employment life cycle.  The Gateway Human Resources Assistant certificate consists of three short-term courses and is designed for those interested in gaining knowledge and skills for employment into an entry-level position in human resources.
  General Education Development Preparation Certificate of Completion	This certificate prepares students to take the General Education Development exam.
  Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Certificate Program Certificate of Completion	GNSS technology has become a Land Surveying industry standard and there is an increasing need for Land Surveyors with GNSS technology skills. This program will provide students with a fundamental understanding of GNSS technology, Geodesy, field techniques and applications, GNSS data adjustments, processing, and analysis, and map projections. The purpose of the program is to provide both current surveyors and those new to the profession the skills and knowledge needed to conduct and process surveying projects in the workplace using GNSS technology.
  Hotel Front Office Training Certificate of Completion	Explores the operations of the front desk and how to offer a quality guest experience from registration to check-out. Topics include processing guest arrivals and departures, handling guest complaints,  bookkeeping, dealing with safety and security issues at the hotel, and overall customer service.
  Human Resources Professionals Certificate of Completion	Examines the human resources professional’s role as a strategic partner for an organization.  Provides a more advanced employment law review and update and explores human resources strategies to optimize their organization to achieve a competitive advantage.  The Human Resources Professionals certificate consists of two short-term courses and is designed for those individuals interested in stepping into a higher-level strategic human resources position.
  Instructional Aide Training Certificate of Completion	Identify the roles and responsibilities of an instructional aide, while also developing strategies used by instructional aides to create a positive learning environment. Topics include supporting independent work, keeping the student engaged, supporting positive behavioral interventions, facilitating instruction, and collaborating and communicating with students, teachers, and parents.
  Intermediate Conversational English Certificate of Competency	Interact fluently with others to meet everyday needs and participate in social interactions on a variety of topics in a socio-culturally appropriate way.
  Introduction to Residential Building Trade Skills Certificate of Completion	Explores building trade skills utilized in the construction of a residential wood frame structure.  Includes safe operation of construction tools and equipment, site planning, carpentry, roofing, plastering, plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, and tile.
  Library and Internet Research Skills Certificate of Competency	Provides students with a foundation in library and internet research skills, strategies, and the critical evaluation of information. Topics covered will include how to use the library’s resources, researching effectively using web tools on the internet, and producing and consuming information responsibly.
  Management Tool Box Certificate of Completion	Earners of this certificate have demonstrated an understanding of delegation, communication, time management and motivation techniques and skills needed for a successful manager.
  Master Gardener Certificate of Completion	Presents the fundamentals of gardening including plant selection, irrigation management, pruning, pest management, fertilizers, propagation, general water efficiency turfgrass, turfgrass alternatives, trees, and home gardening. Additionally, the course will cover communicating with customers and technology that can enhance communication.
  Medical Scribe Certificate of Completion	Provides students with hands-on training to gain knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for entry-level employment as medical scribes. This certificate will include a comprehensive study of medical terminology and preparation for documentation of patient medical records using electronic medical records systems in a variety of clinical settings. It is recommended that students type at least 35 words per minute before enrolling in this program.
  Mindful Co-worker Certificate of Completion	Earners of this certificate have demonstrated empathetic strategies and good listening skills to build strong connections with customers, clients, and co-workers from diverse backgrounds and differing points of view. They have also identified and applied strategies for becoming more adaptable and managing stress in the modern workplace. Earners have gained a deeper understanding of the distinct advantages to having diversity in the workplace.
  Navigating Mental Health Issues in the Workplace Certificate of Completion	Earners of this certificate have identified and demonstrated the appropriate Mental Health First Aid action plan for individuals who may be experiencing a mental health problem and crisis including connecting individuals to professional resources. They have also demonstrated empathetic strategies and good listening skills to build strong connections with customers, clients, and co-workers from diverse backgrounds and differing points of view. Earners have gained a deeper understanding of the importance of empathy, good listening skills, and appropriately navigating mental health issues in the workplace.
  Nursing Success Certificate of Completion	Expands on students' critical thinking skills focusing on the fundamentals of nursing, maternal newborn and pediatric nursing, psychiatric nursing, and advanced surgical nursing.
  Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) Construction Certification Certificate of Completion	Examines information on employee rights, employer responsibilities, and construction site hazards. Provides students required training for entry-level OSHA 10-hour and supervisor-level OSHA 30-hour Construction Industry Standard certification which includes all required topics for certification.
  Personal Care Aide Training Certificate of Completion	The Personal Care Aide Training certificate will be used to train workers who provide personal care services in people’s homes or in assisted living, or other residential facilities, and as a first level of training to prepare workers for jobs in nursing facilities and home health care agencies.
  Personal Trainer Preparation Certificate of Completion	The Personal Trainer Preparation Certificate of Completion is designed to prepare students for the Certified Personal Trainer exam through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NCSA). Students will learn the basics for instructing and coaching individuals in an exercise setting, as well as the CPR and First Aid skills needed when working as a personal trainer.
  Physical Fitness Preparation for Public Safety Certificate of Completion	Applies principles of both physical and mental wellness for students preparing for Public Safety careers and Physical Ability Tests (PAT).
  Project Management for Non-Project Managers Certificate of Completion	Designed to prepare a student with a basic skillset on how to manage goals, objectives, develop work tasks, summary tasks, resource tasks, and milestones, while working with a team to complete a project plan.
  Real Estate Certificate of Completion	The Noncredit Real Estate program involves the study of California real estate principles, practices, procedures, and law. Students must successfully complete and pass the Real Estate Principles class (NC.REAL-100), the Real Estate Practices class (NC.REAL-101), and one additional class (of the student's choosing from the approved list) in the Real Estate Department to academically qualify for the California Real Estate Sales license and examination. These classes may also be applied to the academic requirement for the California Real Estate Broker license and examination. Students are advised to check current California Department of Real Estate or other applicable agency academic requirements prior to registering for any course to ensure that it satisfies current requirements as a mandatory or elective course for the Real Estate Sales or Real Estate Broker licenses. The CalDRE and other applicable agency requirements change periodically and the Real Estate Program does not warrant that the listed courses meet current requirements.
  Spanish for Healthcare Workers Certificate of Completion	Designed for health care workers who need to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients and families. Intensive practice with Spanish vocabulary, interviews and specialized basic terminology used in the medical field.
  Supervisor's Roadmap Certificate of Completion	Examines the critical role of supervisors, managers, and leaders within the context of human resources management across various industries.  Provides business leaders with a more in-depth employment law review and the strategies and tools to navigate the work environment to more effectively hire, manage, motivate, and retain talent.  The Supervisor’s Roadmap certificate consists of two short- term courses and is designed for those interested in moving into a supervisor role or for individuals wanting to step into a leadership role with additional employee oversight responsibilities.
  Supporting and Empowering Veterans Certificate of Completion	Designed to help veterans service organizations and agencies provide stronger support to the veteran community. Evaluates and determines the resources and benefits needed to support and empower veterans. An emphasis will be placed on building an awareness of military culture, the diverse make-up of military service members, strengths developed by veterans during service, common barriers facing military veterans, best practices in customer service, and strategies for being empathic throughout interactions.
  Survive and Thrive in the Workplace Certificate of Completion	The Survive and Thrive in the Workplace Certificate trains students to develop the skills needed to embrace failure, reflect on mistakes, and take corrective action to remain competitive in the modern workplace. Students also develop the skills needed to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset and apply leadership skills to manage projects, propose ideas, and create value for an organization.
  Teaching Foundation Certificate of Completion	The Teaching Foundation Certificate program is a professional development opportunity for educators to learn about current research on teaching and learning, learn new approaches and techniques to enhance student success, and practice these approaches and techniques in a learning community of fellow teachers.
  Therapeutic Rehabilitation Technician Certificate of Completion	This certificate will train the student in therapeutic rehabilitation techniques used in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Athletic Training, and Chiropractic Fields.  Through the courses required for this certificate a student will gain the competencies and skills needed to safely work with patients under credentialed supervision.  Additionally, they will acquire the CPR and first aid certification and clinical experience often desired by therapeutic rehabilitation clinics when hiring new employees.
  Understanding Trauma in Children and Youth Training Certificate of Completion	Examines the impact of trauma on children and youth with an emphasis on awareness, identification, intervention, and prevention. Provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to identify signs of trauma and utilize appropriate behavioral interventions in a professional and/or personal setting when working with children and youth impacted by trauma.
  Upgrade to Academic Success Certificate of Competency	Empowers students on probationary status with effective cognitive learning strategies, campus resources, and academic interventions to upgrade to good academic standing. Topics will include academic standing standards, goal setting, self-efficacy, growth mindset, and resilient mindset. Additional course content will cater to student need, such as financial aid options and budgeting, academic and career planning, and resources for online learning.
  Welding Safety - Welding Lab Skills Enhancement Certificate of Completion	Designed to enhance welding skills to prepare students for the workforce, while working safely and utilizing the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  Workplace Essentials Certificate of Completion	Earners of this certificate have demonstrated effective and professional business writing skills using appropriate business tone, organization, formatting, word choice and persuasion.  They have learned the art of matching the delivery channel (email, letter, memo or text) to the message type and situations.  Earners have gained a deeper understanding of time management tools, critical thinking techniques, and problem solving strategies.
  Yoga Teacher Certification	Yoga Instructor Certification- This program is designed to prepare students to become a certified 200 hour yoga instructor) and provide training necessary to register with Yoga Alliance. Training will focus upon Yoga Alliance Standards of 1. Techniques, Training and Practice 2. Teaching Methodology 3. Anatomy & Physiology 4.Yoga Philosophy/Ethics/Lifestyle 5. Practicum
  Yoga Teacher Training Certificate of Completion	The Yoga Teacher Trainer Certificate of Completion provides students the knowledge, skills and experience across the 12 Yoga competencies: Asana (yoga poses) Anatomy, History, Teaching methodology, Pranayama (Breathing) Physiology, Philosophy, Professional Development, Meditation, Biomechanics, Ethics, Teaching Practicum.

• PSLOs

  Programs	PSLO
  21st Century Career Skills Certificate of Completion	Evaluate strategies to improve the following career skills: Adaptability, Self-awareness, Digital Fluency, Communication, and Collaboration to employability/promotion in the workforce, Empathy, Analysis/Solution Mindset, Resilience, Entrepreneurial Mindset, and Social/Diversity Awareness to improve employability/promotion.
  Adobe Photoshop Association Certification Exam Preparation Certificate of Completion	Identify and select appropriate techniques for the success for preparation for the Adobe Photoshop Associates Certification Exam.
  Autodesk Maya Certified User Exam Preparation Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate proficiency in the core skills required for the Autodesk Maya Certified Users Exam.
  Baking Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate proficiency in basic/introductory baking techniques including application of formulas, safety, and sanitation.
  Beginning Conversational English Certificate of Competency	Demonstrate listening, speaking, and interpersonal communication skills for conversing in a variety of real-world situations at the high beginning level.
  Business of Acting Certificate of Completion	Formulate career goals as a performer in the entertainment industry and execute a plan to achieve those goals.
  Career and Lifestyle Exploration Certificate of Completion	Utilize the results of a career planning assessment and identify the work duties, skills needed, and advantages and disadvantages of a specific career of interest.
  Career Strategist Certificate of Completion	Apply an effective career strategy through implementation of personalized career planning techniques, assessment of occupational information, social media networking, and relationship marketing.
  CBEST Preparation Certificate of Completion	Identify and apply practical strategies and techniques for taking the English and Math section of the CBEST- California Basic Education Skills for Teachers.
  Certified Paralegal Exam Test Preparation Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate the knowledge and skills for the NALA Certified Paralegal Exam.
  College Success Toolkit Certificate of Competency	Utilize resources and strategies needed to succeed in college as a new or returning student.
  Commercial Sewing Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate safe usage of single/double needle, cover stitch, elastic, and overlock sewing machines to make apparel and linens.
  Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Training Certificate of Completion	Identify risk factors, warning signs and the appropriate intervention strategies and resources to support youth exposed to commercial and sexual exploitation.
  Conversational ASL for College and Career Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate functional conversational skills in American Sign Language with awareness of Deaf culture.
  Crime and Intelligence Analysis Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed for entry level positions as crime and/or intelligence analysts.
  Customer Relations Certificate of Completion	Evaluate effective strategies in customer relations through creative problem solving collaborative negotiation process tools, and effective communication for a variety of personality styles.
  Digital Office Certificate of Completion	Examine, describe, and demonstrate the effective use of business computer applications as they relate to the modern office workplace.
  Digital Photographic Camera and Composition Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate and apply the basic operation of digital camera equipment and fundamental principles of photographic composition.
  Digital Photographic Camera and Manual Exposure Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate and apply the basic operation of digital camera equipment and fundamental principles of photographic exposure.
  Digital Photographic Project Fundamentals Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate and apply the basic technical skills and fundamental principles for development of digital photographic projects.
  Digital Publishing for the Office Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate competences required to satisfy industry demand for workers with fundamental skills required for effective job performance in desktop publishing.
  Emerging Leaders Certificate of Completion	Identify strategies and create a plan for becoming an effective leader in a variety of professional settings.
  English as a Second Language (ESL) for College Preparation I Certificate of Competency	Communicate in English at the high-intermediate level in common college situations.
  English as a Second Language (ESL) for College Preparation II Certificate of Competency	Communicate in English at the high-intermediate level in formal and informal college situations.
  English for the Workplace Certificate of Completion	Communicate in written and spoken English in common workplace situations.
  Entering the Workforce Post Criminal Conviction Certificate of Completion	Utilize the skills necessary to manage one's criminal record to gain employment.
  Entrepreneurship Certificate of Completion	Learn techniques for business plan development and creation.
  Entrepreneurship Certificate of Completion	Utilize skills and resources available to assist entrepreneurs in developing and launching a business including ethics, legal business structures, entrepreneurial marketing, sources of funding, networking, and pitching.
  ESL/Beginning Level Certificate of Competency	Communicate in English through reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the beginning high level.
  ESL/Intermediate Level Certificate of Competency	Demonstrate proficiency in English through reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English at the intermediate high level.
  Essential Academic Skills Certificate of Competency	1. Comprehend text written at the elementary and secondary level with 80% or greater accuracy
  	2. Compose effective paragraphs and essays on given topics within time limitations using appropriate conventions of standard written English.
  	3. Solve and apply skills toward basic operation problems, geometry and pre-algebra application problems.
  Essential Arithmetic Skills Certificate of Competency	Solve mathematical problems using essential arithmetic operations and conversions involving whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals.
  Essential Beginning Algebra Skills Certificate of Competency	1. Solve mathematical problems involving algebraic expressions, linear equations, linear graphs, and linear systems.
  	2. Solve mathematical problems using algebra operations, linear equations, and linear graphs.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Functions and Rational Exponents Certificate of Competency	Solve mathematical problems involving relations, functions, graphs, absolute value equations/inequalities, radicals, and rational expressions.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Polynomials Certificate of Competency	Solve mathematical problems using exponents, polynomials, and rational expressions/equations.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Quadratics, Exponentials, and Logarithms Certificate of Competency	Solve mathematical problems involving quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic equations/functions.
  Essential Intermediate Algebra Skills: Shapes and Patterns Certificate of Competency	Solve mathematical problems involving conics, sequences, and series.
  Essential Pre-Algebra Skills Certificate of Competency	Solve mathematical problems using essential pre-algebra operations involving rates, proportions, and percentages.
  Essential Reading and Writing Skills for College and Career Certificate of Completion	1. Compose well-organized, fully-developed, and grammatically correct essays and/or workplace documents, using relevant evidence.
  	2. Make connections among texts and ideas that lead to thoughtful, analytical, and expository writing.
  Fundamental Skills for Commercial Artists Certificate of Completion	Apply fundamental drawing techniques to anatomical renderings in a variety of artistic modalities.
  Fundamentals of Communication Certificate of Completion	Apply effective techniques for building an online presence and navigating workplace communication challenges in person and online.
  Fundamentals of Public Communication Certificate of Completion	Create, write, and deliver effective workplace presentations, Public Relations plans, and press kit materials.
  Gateway Human Resources Assistant Certificate of Completion	Describe the Human Resources functions and fundamental employment laws, and demonstrate the ability to perform foundational activities.
  General Education Development Preparation Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, science, social studies, mathematics, and the test taking strategies required to meet the GED requirements.
  Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Certificate Program Certificate of Completion	Provide a fundamental understanding of GNSS technology. Geodesy, field techniques and applications, GNSS data adjustments, processing, and analysis, and map projections.
  Hotel Front Office Training Certificate of Completion	Describe and demonstrate hotel front desk operations using the fundamentals of quality customer service.
  Human Resources Professionals Certificate of Completion	Demonstrate knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws and address how these laws and recent updates apply to employers and employees in the workplace.
  Human Resources Professionals Certificate of Completion	Select and apply appropriate human resources strategies to optimize their organization to achieve a competitive advantage.
  Instructional Aide Training Certificate of Completion	Create a positive learning environment for students through effective practices and strategies.
  Intermediate Conversational English Certificate of Competency	Demonstrate listening, speaking, and interpersonal communication skills for conversing in a variety of real-world situations at the high intermediate level.