Centers of Excellence

 

What’s New

Occupational and Physical Therapy Jobs

Employment in Occupational Therapist Aides and Assistants and Physical Therapist Aides and Assistants occupations is expected to grow much faster than average; almost 200 new and replacement jobs are projected through 2012 in the South Central Region. More++

Green Economy

Based on a 2008 survey of Central Valley businesses in energy, building and design services, engineering and environmental services, as well as government and public administration, over 79% of employers indicated that the green economy will be important in focusing their future products and services. More++

HVAC Occupations

California’s long-term energy goals call for transforming heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) to ensure optimal energy performance for the state’s climate. By 2014, over 20,000 people will be employed in these occupations in Los Angeles County. More++

"The Centers of Excellence have the ability to present real-time data in a manner that makes my job easier. I would suggest that any community college professional currently not using the Centers of Excellence are missing an excellent resource for making objective decisions on curriculum development and new programs. "

Ken Eaves, Director
Vocational Education Programs
Barstow College

Community Colleges

Community Colleges Face Many Challenges


Our Mission at Work for You

Our passion is all about the data.  Because we partner with business and industry, our regional workforce research is uniquely customized for community colleges to support them in making informed decisions and creating new avenues of resource development.

Our environmental scans and customized reports give community colleges a competitive advantage in:

  1. Creating new and relevant programs and curriculum
  2. Pursuing grants that lead to funding
  3. Understanding workforce skill gaps from an industry perspective
  4. Connecting to business and industry partners

Click here for an overview on how the Centers of Excellence support community colleges in partnering with business and industry.


Community College Options

Environmental Scans