Building the Future: DVC Pre-Apprenticeship Program Fast-Tracks Students into Trade Careers
The DVC Pre-Apprenticeship program introduces students to skilled trade careers that offer high wages, union benefits and long-term stability.
The DVC Pre-Apprenticeship program introduces students to skilled trade careers that offer high wages, union benefits and long-term stability.
The College and Career Access Pathway for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (CCAP-STEM) Academy is a dual enrollment partnership between Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) and DVC, based at Ygnacio Valley High School. Students focused on entering an engineering pathway are able to earn college credits from DVC while in high school.
Find out how DVC is helping students enrolled in computer science, computer information systems (CIS) and computer network technology (CNT) develop job-ready skills that are sought by area employers!
Darren Dangler is a recent high school graduate interested in becoming a building engineer. He enrolled in classes at three East Bay community colleges searching for the one that would be the best fit for him.
Even though Manny and Martha had different reasons for attending college at different life stages, this grandson and grandmother duo are thriving at DVC.
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Recent studies show that working adults and adult learners are seeking greater flexibility both at work and in the way they learn. At DVC, students can enroll in a growing number of degree or certificate programs offered fully online. This can make it easier to incorporate education into a busy schedule that includes work and family obligations.
A single parent with two daughters, Lanoie chose DVC to take steps towards a career in social work. She enrolled in DVC’s addiction studies program and will also earn an associate in arts for transfer (AD-T/AA-T) in psychology.
“Our program has evolved to meet the needs of the local community and job market. Many students who take horticulture classes plan on going into their own business. We also have many students who go on to complete a bachelor’s degree,” said Bethallyn Black, lead faculty for the horticulture and plant science program at DVC.