Flexible Certificates & Upskilling Courses

Flexible Certificates / Upskilling Courses

– Take a class, learn a skill, or earn a
– Take a free class from top universities, or work towards a
– Courses on business, technology, or creative topics, plus career development (OCC students get free access until March 2022 by entering their )
OCC Career Education – Over 50 career-focused certificates preparing for in-demand fields like Immersive Media (AR/VR), Drones (UAS), Animation, and more
– Online learning for creative and curious people. Explore new skills, deepen existing passions, and get lost in creativity. Topics include illustration, design, video, crafts, gaming, entrepreneurship, and much more.
– Offered in a variety of areas such as Human Resources, Game-Based Learning, Computer Forensics, Lean Six Sigma, and much more
– Offered in a variety of areas such as Paralegal, Healthcare Analytics, Blockchain, eSports Management, TESOL, and much more
– Nanodegrees for digital and tech career paths

Local & Online Tech Bootcamps

– Immersive, short-term training in Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Full-Stack Development, UI/UX Design, and Data Science & Analytics
– Immersive, short-term training in Coding, Data Analytics, UX/UI, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, and Tech Project Management
– Opportunities for quick and intensive training in programming and coding, or even data science, cybersecurity, web design, and more

Technology Training and Certifications

– Earn a Google Career Certificate in high-growth fields like IT Support, Data Analytics, UX Design, and more
– Become Microsoft-certified for many in-demand technical job roles
– Complete training and get certified for a variety of AWS Cloud jobs

Micro-Internships

– Paid, short-term, project-based micro-internships
– Help real companies solve challenges with the potential to earn cash

"Earn and Learn" Programs

– 1 year job training program to develop in-demand skills with top companies (tuition-free, earn an educational stipend, and complete a full-time, paid internship)
– Industry-driven, high-quality career pathways that offer paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognize credential

Volunteering / Shadowing

– Volunteer opportunities across numerous "causes" such as Youth, Hunger, Homelessness, Animals, Environment, Health & Medicine, and more
– Cultural exchanges, working vacations, and volunteering around the world
– Satisfy your shadowing requirements for health programs while learning about numerous health professions

Gigs / Side Hustles

Drive for or
Freelance on or
Babysit or nanny on or
Run errands or help around the house/yard with
Deliver food with or
Rent out your home/property with or
Sell your used things on , , , , or
Sell your used clothing or accessories on or
Sell your arts and crafts on
Start a dropshipping business via
Complete micro-jobs on
Be a pit sitter on and/or walk dogs on

Disclaimer

The Coast Community College District, ��ϲ�ȫ��ͼ�� and the Career Center make no representation or warranty as to the legitimacy or accuracy of the individuals, firms or businesses which seek to employ or procure individuals for possible employment through the Career Center. Job seekers are encouraged to explore the backgrounds of these outside entities they seek to interview for potential employment.

��ϲ�ȫ��ͼ�� and the Career Center make no representation or warranty as to the workplace environment of any prospective employers posting advertisements within the Career Center. Job seekers applying for employment opportunities with these outside entities due so at their sole risk and hold the Career Center, ��ϲ�ȫ��ͼ�� and Coast Community College District harmless for any damages which may arise from employment with these outside employers.

All employer registration and jobs are subject to approval by the Career Center office.