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Water & Wastewater Occupations

In Southern California, water and wastewater industries are projected to account for as many as 4,400 job opportunities for water and wastewater operators, mechanics, electricians and maintenance technicians over the next three years. More+

Access the archived Water & Wastewater webinar to learn more about the findings of this study and hear the discussion among a panel of experts from industry and education.

Solar Industry

In the Greater Sacramento region, solar industry employers expect to add more than 200 jobs over the next 12 months and about 950 jobs over the next three years. More+

Agriculture Value Chain

Based on research of California employers, the estimated combined growth of occupations in the agriculture value chain in the next five years could exceed 180,000 jobs. Read the Research Brief or the Environmental Scan.

"I have great appreciation for the Centers of Excellence. I have made over 100 copies of the Industry Scan Report on Construction and the Construction Industry Survey for our local contractors, suppliers, educators, and the community in general. One of the largest suppliers in our area asked for copies for their home office in Monterey. As a result, they donated $20,000 in equipment to our program."

Pablo Buckelew
Dean Educational Programs
Santa Barbara City College

Our Services

Customized Workforce Data to Advance Community Colleges

The Centers of Excellence partner with business and industry to deliver regional workforce research customized for community college decision making and resource development. The scans and reports are also a vital link for workforce professionals and economic developers in helping business and industry succeed in California.


The Centers of Excellence

Inform – through real-time regional and local labor market research and data validated by industry partners

Connect – business and industry with community colleges, and workforce and economic development professionals that are committed to developing an outstanding workforce

Advance – the economic and workforce development mission of California’s community colleges in providing services to employers, workers, and job seekers.


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