Welcome To Adult Education

Landscape Technician

This certificate program prepares students for a career in the Landscape Industry by building their technical knowledge in the areas of design and drafting, project management, business practices, and how to choose the right plant for the right environment. Completion of this Certificate provides knowledge equivalent to on-the-job training in the Landscape field. This is. A good place to start to learn about the certification process to become a Licensed C27 Landscape Contractor. The program will also serve the community by allowing homeowners and current landscape employees to gain the skills needed to create their own landscape using the elements of design and cost management principles.

Required Courses:

• VOC ED 620CE- Intro to Residential Landscape Design (36 hours)
• VOC ED 621CE- Basics of Plant Identification (36 hours)
• VOC ED 622CE- Landscape Blueprint Reading and Cost Estimating (36 hours)
• VOC ED 623CE- Landscape Business Practices (14 hours)

Medical Assistant: Front and Back Office

This certificate program provides students with the hands-on skills and knowledge needed for an entry-level career as a medical office assistant. Medical Office Assistants are allied health professionals responsible for various medical office administrative tasks beginning with initial patient contact through final payment. Medical assistants are allied healthcare professionals responsible for various clinical and/or administrative duties. They perform clinical functions including but not limited to direct patient care and preparation, while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality. They may also perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, bookkeeping, and billing and insurance processing. Medical assistants work primarily in ambulatory care settings such as a medical offices and clinics. Students learn skills in taking and recording vital signs, exam room preparation, patient data collection, simple dressing changes and other skills required in the field. Upon successful completion of program students are prepared to take the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) exam administered by the National Center for Competency Testing.

Required Courses:

• VOC ED 372CE- Fundamentals of Medical Assisting (36 hours)
• VOC ED 373CE- Medical Assisting Front Office (36 hours)
• VOC ED 374CE- Computer Usage Skills for the Medical Office (36 hours)
• VOC ED 375CE- Medical Assisting Back Office 1 (72 hours)
• VOC ED 376CE- Medical Assisting Back Office 2 (72 hours)
• VOC ED 377CE- Basic Medical Terminology, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology (36 hours)
• VOC ED 378CE- Essential Skills in Medical Insurance Coding and Billing for Medical Assistants (36 hours)
• VOC ED 379CE- Basic Life Support and First Aid for Medical Assistants (9 hours)
• VOC ED 380CE- Medical Assistant Practicum (27 hours)
   

Medical Front Office Assistant

This certificate program trains students to oversee organizational tasks, such as scheduling, managing records, medical billing, and checking in patients. It prepares students to enter the workforce as an entry-level Medical Front Office Assistants. Students will gain the skills necessary to work along-side doctors, nurses, and many other supportive health care agencies to meet patient needs through clerical assistance. The Medical Front Office Assistant courses are complemented by a Computer Usage Skills course which exposes students to concepts, skills, and practical application of computer software programs used in the healthcare industry in front office reception and basic medical coding and billing. The 30 Ways to Shine as a New Employee course increases students’ employability when entering the workforce.

Required Courses:

• VOC ED 098CE- 30 Ways to Shine as a New Employee (12 hours)
• VOC ED 372CE- Fundamentals of Medical Assisting (36 hours)
• VOC ED 373CE- Medical Assisting Front Office (36 hours)
• VOC ED 374CE- Computer Usage Skills for the Medical Office (36 hours)
• VOC ED 377CE- Basic Medical Terminology, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology (36 hours)
• VOC ED 378CE- Essential Skills in Medical Insurance Coding and Billing for Medical Assistants (36 hours)
• VOC ED 379CE- Basic Life Support and First Aid for Medical Assistants (9 hours)

Tutor Training

This certificate program prepares students to work as tutors at the Center for Academic Success at LA Pierce College. The program covers pedagogy, practices, and policies that enables skillful practice of student tutoring and teacher assistance, Individuals gain highly transferable skills for future employment both within learning and/or tutoring centers and in pre-K-12th grade schools.

Required Courses:

• VOC ED 088CE- Introduction to Tutor Training (18 hours)
• VOC ED 089CE- Advanced Tutor Training (18 hours)

To get more information and ask questions about this program please email

Professor: Crystal Kiekel,  kiekelcr@laccd.edu

The Tutor Training Leadership Certificate of Completion is designed to cultivate skilled and effective leaders within the tutoring community. This advanced program builds upon foundational and advanced tutoring skills, focusing on leadership development, equity-minded practices, and advanced group facilitation. Participants will learn to mentor peers, lead group sessions, and develop strategies to support diverse student populations. This program prepares students for leadership roles within the Learning Center and for future opportunities in higher education.

Objectives

• Integrate knowledge from foundational and advanced tutoring training with key leadership principles, including group dynamics, learning theories, and equity-minded practices.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively support diverse student populations by applying asset-based thinking, cultural wealth theory, and inclusive communication strategies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in leading and managing group interactions, including setting norms, resolving conflicts, and utilizing effective inquiry techniques. Analyze campus demographics to identify student needs and develop targeted support plans and training sessions to improve student outcomes.

• Critically assess personal leadership skills, evaluate the effectiveness of tutoring strategies, and create professional development plans for future leadership roles in higher education.

To get more information and ask questions about this program please email  Professor: Crystal Kiekel,  kiekelcr@laccd.edu

The Success Skills for the First Time Hospitality Supervisor Certificate of Completion is designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in entry-level supervisory roles within the dynamic hospitality industry. This program, which includes VOC ED 930 - Success Skills for Hospitality First Time Supervisor, coupled with VOC ED 098CE – 30 Ways to Shine as a New Employee, provides a comprehensive foundation for new supervisors to effectively lead teams, supervise operations, and enhance customer experiences. Participants demonstrate proficiency in key areas, including operational and facility oversight, customer service, employee development, and professional growth. This program prepares individuals to confidently assume entry-level supervisory responsibilities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, recreation, and event planning sectors. It also serves as a gateway program into the credit side Hospitality Management AS-T program available at LA Pierce College.

Objectives

• Implement a daily task checklist to ensure efficient shift operations.
• Safety and Compliance Leadership: Evaluate the establishment's current safety protocols against OSHA standards.
• Customer Experience and Service Excellence: Monitor customer feedback to identify areas for service improvement.
• Team Development and Performance: Design a training module on company policy for new hires.
• Professional Growth and Inclusive Leadership: Integrate an IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility) checklist into team meeting agendas.