career education

Industry Partners Help DVC Prepare Students for the Middle-Skill Jobs of Tomorrow

Dec 1, 2019

The Bay Area will account for 22 percent of California’s middle-skill jobs. That’s according to the Centers of Excellence for Labor Market Research. It’s also expected that the labor force will not be able to meet the needs of this job market within the next three years. Colleges can be armed and ready to face these challenges.

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DVC Distance Education Gets a Boost with $500,000 Grant

Dec 1, 2019

The Contra Costa Community College District was awarded nearly $1.5 million in grants for distance education. Of this total amount, Diablo Valley College received $500,000.

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High School Students: Interested in a Summer Career Academy?

Dec 1, 2019

Have fun while learning job skills and earning college credit DVC summer career academies are offered in a range of exciting career interest areas.

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First Year Experience (FYE) Learning Communities: An Ideal Start for New Students

Dec 1, 2019

Question: What do you get when you go to class with new DVC students who share your academic goals? Answer: You get a great start to your college journey, with the support needed to help you excel in your career pathway.

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Transfer Opportunities for Career Education Students

Dec 1, 2019

Community colleges are known for offering two main pathways: - A lower cost start for students who plan to transfer - Career education that prepares students for jobs But did you know that students enrolled in career education programs can also transfer?