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Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC) College Fair @ Cerritos College

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Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC) College Fair @ Cerritos College

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Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: Cerritos College, 11110 Alondra Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650

Cost: Free to attend, with free parking available

Who Can Attend: High school students, parents, and high school counselors

What to Expect

Representatives from more than 100 colleges and universities.

Information on admissions, financial aid, and academic programs.

Students can register in advance through the WACAC College Fairs page to get an event barcode.

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Long Beach  Launches Creative Corps Entertainment Production Assistant Program to Prepare Local Residents for Careers in the Entertainment Industry

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Long Beach  Launches Creative Corps Entertainment Production Assistant Program to Prepare Local Residents for Careers in the Entertainment Industry

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The Creative Corps Entertainment Production Assistant Program, created with Codega Media, is here to help local residents prepare for exciting careers in film, TV, live events, broadcast production, digital media, and all things entertainment.

This program offers a free, two-day course designed to introduce young adults ages 18 – 24 with industry-led Production Assistant (PA) training, career coaching and paid work-based learning opportunities that connect them directly to employers throughout Southern California’s growing entertainment industry.

Participants will receive foundational Production Assistant training and be introduced to career pathways that could lead to roles like:

Production Assistant

Stagehand

Live Event Production Technician

Broadcast Production Assistant

Camera Production Assistant

Audio and Lighting Assistant

Event Operations Support

Digital Media Production Assistant

Production Office Assistant

Streaming and Live Broadcast Support

Entry-level positions with production companies, event operators, convention facilities, and entertainment venues

Following classroom instruction, participants may be connected to paid Work Experience and employment opportunities with entertainment employers, event venues, production companies and public-serving entertainment facilities throughout the region.

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The Creative Corps Entertainment Production Assistant Program, created with Codega Media, is here to help local residents prepare for exciting careers in film, TV, live events, broadcast production, digital media, and all things entertainment.

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City of Buena Park - Trades and Apprenticeship Resource Fair

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City of Buena Park - Trades and Apprenticeship Resource Fair

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Saturday, August 29, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Ehlers Event Center: Heritage Hall (8150 Knott Ave, Buena Park)

Are you ready to build your future? Whether you're ready to start your career, explore a new trade, or expand your workforce, the Construction Career & Apprenticeship Resource Fair is your gateway to opportunity.

Attendees will have the chance to meet directly with industry professionals who are eager to share information about apprenticeship programs, job openings, and career paths in the construction and skilled trades.

Event includes complimentary lunch for the first 200 attendees!

Buena Park is proud to support career development and workforce readiness. By bringing together job seekers, educators, and employers, we’re investing in the future of our community and creating pathways for personal and professional success.

Participating organizations include:

General Contractors

Skilled Trade Unions

ROP Schools

Public Safety Agencies

Construction Safety and Management Firms

Union & Non-Union Apprenticeship Programs

Vocational and Technical Training Institutions

City of Buena Park Human Resources Department

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Irene Ramirez, TPP/WorkAbility Coordinator

iramirez@busd.k12.ca.us

(562) 925-9981 x4438

Nicholas Lewis, Employment Training Specialist nicholaslewis@busd.k12.ca.us

(562) 925-9981 x4075

MHS / ATC / BMS / MMS

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CalAPS is offering three Cerritos College Dual Enrollment courses this Summer. The Dual Enrollment classes are open to current Bellflower Middle/High School students in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade. By taking a dual enrollment course students can receive high school and college credit. The courses are listed below and flyers are attached to this email.

Auto 140 (Auto Steering & Suspension) -  Cerritos College Dual Enrollment Courses; Requirement: Auto 1

Culinary Arts 230 (Professional Healthy Cooking) - Cerritos College Dual Enrollment Course

Health Occupations 53 and 54 (Electrocardiography and Medical Laboratory Skills) -  Cerritos College Dual Enrollment Courses; Requirement: Intro to Health or Health Occupations  Cerritos College Dual Enrollment Courses

Registration for Summer CalAPS Dual Enrollment classes is NOW OPEN at: https://calaps.org/registration

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Aug 6th @ 11:30a

Attend Los Angeles Job Fair for your next employment opportunity.

Los Angeles Hilton - LAX

5711 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

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Los Angeles Job Fair - Los Angeles Career Fair

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Meet Live and In-person and Interview with Local and Nationally Known Employers at The Los Angeles Job Fair & Career Fair

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The Los Angeles County Commission on Disabilities (Commission) is excited to announce that the 2026 Memorial Scholarship Program is seeking candidates to receive grants.  The programs offer students with disabilities a financial opportunity to become more independent and self-sufficient through higher education.   The Commission offers multiple scholarships within each of the three categories identified below:

Bernard Siegel/Bill Tainter Scholarship Program

This scholarship honors the memory of former Commissioner Bernard Siegel, a passionate and empathetic advocate for people with disabilities and a distinguished aerospace professional who contributed to projects including the LEM landing craft that successfully landed a man on the moon. It is also named after Bill Tainter former Executive Director for the State of California Department of Rehabilitation.  He increased the number of people with disabilities in top-level management positions in the Department and was a nationally recognized leader and role model in the disability community. His work also included developing programs and workshops on disability awareness, as well as presentations on Americans with Disabilities Act legislation.

Ruben Anthony Rios Creative Arts & Design Memorial Scholarship Program

This scholarship honors former Commissioner Ruben Anthony Rios, an artist and life-long advocate for the disability community. It supports students with disabilities pursuing studies in creative arts and design.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

• Students with disabilities pursuing higher education.

• Students with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.

• Applicants residing in the County of Los Angeles at time of filing.

LINK TO APPLY

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ITP - Student Questionnaire

Parent/Guardian Transition Questionnaire

Middle School Transition Questionnaire

Jobs Around Bellflower/Lakewood!

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CalABLE is a savings and investment program for people with disabilities. It helps individuals save money without losing important public benefits like SSI or Medi-Cal. 

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CalABLE is a savings and investment program for people with disabilities. It helps individuals save money without losing important public benefits like SSI or Medi-Cal. 

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Tax-free treatment on earnings to pay for qualified disability-related expenses.

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School, Work, and SSI: Students Can Have it All

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School, Work, and SSI: Students Can Have it All

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Are you a student or young adult under age 22 with a disability? Discover how you can explore work, keep benefits, and build a strong future.

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School, Work and SSI: Students Can Have It All

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Location:

Room 725 (Inside the STEAM Building 2nd floor)

Hours:

Fill our blue link interest form for appointment.

Holidays and Minimum days will have a different schedule.

*We are a multiple school program so we may be closed if there are needs at other sites*

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Use the link above to find jobs around the Bellflower/Lakewood area!

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Start here if you plan on attending Long Beach City College.

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Check this out if you plan to join the Armed Services after High School.

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Thinking of joining or reaffiliating with the military? Learn about all of your options at Military.com's Recruiting Center, and connect with all the service branches

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California's Master Plan for Career Education

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California's Master Plan for Career Education

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Governor Gavin Newsom introduced the Master Plan for Career Education in April 2025 as a bold statewide initiative aimed at restructuring career pathways in California. It emphasizes skills-based hiring, real-world learning, affordability, and inclusive access to high-opportunity careers for all residents.

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Your Student May Be Eligible for a CalKIDS scholarship worth up to $1,500

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Your Student May Be Eligible for a CalKIDS scholarship worth up to $1,500

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As a California public school student, your child may be eligible to receive a CalKIDS scholarship of $500

to $1,500 for college or career training.

Funded by the State of California, a CalKIDS scholarship can be used for qualified college and career

training expenses such as tuition and fees, books and supplies, computer equipment, and some room and

board expenses.

Checking a student’s eligibility and claiming a CalKIDS scholarship is easy. It only takes a minute. All you

need is your child’s 10-digit Statewide Student Identifier (SSID), which can be found at: https://bellflowerusd.aeries.net/Student/LoginParent.aspx.

For more information and to check your child’s eligibility, visit CalKIDS.org.

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Need additional services? Harbor Regional Center is available to qualified students

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Need additional services? Harbor Regional Center is available to qualified students

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Harbor Regional Center is available to provide the following services:

Referral to Community Resources, including Health Services

Adaptive Skills Training

Assessment and Consultation with Specialists and Professionals

Assistive Technology

Behavior Intervention services

Childcare Assistance

Community Integration Training

Durable Medical Equipment

Family Support

Home Health Supports

Individualized Planning and Service Coordination

Insurance, Co-payment, Coinsurance, and Deductible Assistance

Living Options, such as Family Home Agencies, Health Care Facilities, and Residential Care Homes

Mobility Training

Personal Assistance/Care Services

Respite Services

Self-Determination Program

Socialization, Leisure, and Recreational Services

Social Skills Training/Classes

Supplemental Program Supports

Therapy services

Translation/Interpretation Services

Transportation

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Who is Eligible - Harbor Regional Center

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Applying for Services Harbor Regional Center provides services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or at risk of developmental

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Transition Planning The Basics Final Version 1 22 (dave.cdr

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Department of Education Resources on Transition Planning

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Department of Education Resources on Transition Planning

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Resources for Transition Planning here!

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This Web page offers resources and guidelines for assisting educators, parents, and agency partners to improve compliance with state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to transition age youth and improve post-high school outcomes. These resources supplement the California Transition Alliance's document, Transition Planning: The Basics. Resources are organized into five categories: Employment, Education and Training, Independent Living, Compliance, and the Guideposts for Success document.
Transition Planning: The Basics (PDF; 54MB)
Employment
Resources and guidelines for educators, parents and agencies that will assist transition age youth identify and move toward their postsecondary goals in the area of employment.

Education and Training
Resources and guidelines for educators, parents and agencies that will assist transition age youth identify and move toward their postsecondary goals in education and/or training.

Independent Living
Resources and guidelines for educators, parents and agencies that will assist transition age youth identify and move toward their postsecondary goals in independent living.

Compliance
Resources and guidelines for educators, parents and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop transition plans that comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Guideposts for Success
A document developed by the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) that identifies key educational and career development interventions.

Employment First Policy
Resources and guidelines for educators, parents, and agencies that will assist transition age youth develop postsecondary goals that lead to competitive, integrated employment (CIE).

Questions: Programs and Partnerships Unit | 916-327-0878

Last Reviewed: Wednesday, March 22, 2023

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Resources and guidelines to assist youth with disabilities as they transition from school to adult life, including education and training, employment and independent living.

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Family Transition Network Committee: Alternatives to Conservatorship

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Transition Planning and Support for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities Video Presentation

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Transition Planning and Support for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities Video Presentation

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Transition Planning and Support for Young Adults with DD: Parent and Young Adult Perspectives

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Register your Student Account on CaliforniaColleges.edu

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Register your Student Account on CaliforniaColleges.edu

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Click the link above to access CaliforniaColleges!

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BUSD GO Pass (Tap Card for Buses/Light Rail) Instructions

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BUSD GO Pass (Tap Card for Buses/Light Rail) Instructions

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Bellflower Unified offers Go Pass for its students. Go Pass allows students to utilize multiple transportation agencies to get around Bellflower/Lakewood and beyond.

Contact your Transition Specialist for more information.

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We are pleased to offer GoPass to our students in Bellflower Unified School District. The GoPass program is a partnership with Metro to provide FREE access to Metro buses and trains anywhere, anytime. The information below tells you how to get your GoPass TAP card and activate it.

1. Pick up a GoPass TAP card from your participating school.

4. Once active, ride on Metro and participating partner agencies for free (through June 30, 2024).

2. Activate your new GoPass online or by calling 866.TAPTOGO

5. Take a photo of the back of your GoPasss TAP card in case it is lost or stolen. You can contact your school administration for a replacement card, and then activate your new card.

3. Wait 4 hours for your card to be activated.

Which Transit Agencies can I Ride with GoPass?

An active GoPass TAP card lets you take unlimited free rides on all of the public transit agencies listed below.

Metro bus and rail

City of Commerce Transit

Culver CityBus

Foothill Transit

Glendale Beeline

GTrans

LADOT Dash

La County Shuttles

Long Beach Transit

Montebello Bus

Norwalk Transit

Pasadena Tansit

Santa Monica Big Blue Bus

Torrance Transit

Visit the Metro GoPass website for more information regarding this program.

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Go Pass for Students - Bellflower Unified School District

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Go Pass for Students - Bellflower Unified School District

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Long Beach City College DSPS Application

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Long Beach City College DSPS Application

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Use the link above to access LBCCs DSPS services and apply for accommodations. (Student ID will be needed)

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Location:

Room 902

Located on the north side of campus at the 900 wing building.

Hours:

By appointment, please fill out the blue interest form

Holidays and Minimum days will have a different schedule.

*We are a multiple school program so we may be closed if there are needs at other sites*

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Family Transition Network Virtual Learning Series- April & May 2026... Don't miss out!

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Family Transition Network Virtual Learning Series- April & May 2026... Don't miss out!

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High schoolers, ready to work

for the City of Bellflower? We've got you covered!

Join us for the Parks & Recreation Interview Workshop, open to ALL teens with no registration required. We'll walk you through everything you need to know-from self-introductions to potential interview questions!

17 Tuesday, March 10th 4-6 p.m.

Simms Park, Room 6

Come ask questions, get prepared, and take the first step toward your future!

For more info, call (562) 804-1424, ext. 2103.

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The list has over 50 scholarships with deadlines from November to March. Scholarships are available for middle and high school students. There are merit and need-based scholarships. There are also scholarships specifically for graduating seniors, minority students, student athletes, and for different hobbies and career interests. It's never too early to start applying for scholarships! To access the scholarship list, click on the link: https://bit.ly/BMHS-2025-2026-scholarships

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SAVE THE DATE  - Special Education Transition & Resource Fair.

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SAVE THE DATE  - Special Education Transition & Resource Fair.

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BUSD Non-Student day and a great way to spend the day!!

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After-school tutoring for our students on Mondays and Thursdays beginning Monday, November 17th. Tutoring will take place in the Library from 3:45–5:00 PM.

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Click HERE to register! Hurry, classes fill up quickly

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UCLA Tarjan Center Forum in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities- FREE ONLINE CONFERENCE!

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UCLA Tarjan Center Forum in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities- FREE ONLINE CONFERENCE!

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SCRS-IL(Southern California Resource Services for Independent Living) is looking for Volunteers for it's Disability Pride Parade & Festival on 10/25

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SCRS-IL(Southern California Resource Services for Independent Living) is looking for Volunteers for it's Disability Pride Parade & Festival on 10/25

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If you have the desire to help sign up with the link above.

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The Social Security Programs Unit at the Dept. of Rehabilitation is hosting an SSI and Work Webinar on September 18 for students ages 16–22, their families, and service providers.

This session will tackle myths about working while on SSI and highlight how the Student Earned Income Exclusion (SEIE) and other Social Security work incentives can provide a safety net for young people exploring employment. We’d greatly appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with the students and families you support.  For more details, please see the attached newsletter, which focuses on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) students and work supports. Please share the following with your SSI students and families:

September 18, 2025

Webinar: Work, School and SSI: How the Student Earned Income Exclusion Makes It Possible

Details: Join us to learn how Social Security’s Student Earned Income Exclusion (SEIE) can help young people with disabilities work, earn, and keep their SSI benefits safe while in school. This webinar will show how SEIE and other supports make it easier to work, earn and prepare for independence while staying in school.

Time: 10:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. PST

Location: Zoom

Register for the September 18 Webinar Today

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Start here if you plan on attending Cerritos College.

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Use the link to start your application for requesting services at Cerritos College. (You will need a student ID to proceed)

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Downey Adult School is an Option after High School

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Downey Adult School is an Option after High School

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Why students choose DAS Career and Education Center

Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Accredited by Council on Occupational Education

Convenient location

High quality instructors

Current and relevant training programs

Low cost high quality education

Excellent equipment and facilities

Serving the community for over 70 years!!!

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Job Corps is a free education and career training program for young people ages 16–24. It helps students build skills to start a career, earn a high school diploma or GED, and even prepare for college. Participants receive hands-on training in fields like healthcare, construction, information technology, and more. The program also offers housing, meals, and support services to help students focus on their future.

Job Corps is a great opportunity for young people to gain valuable experience, develop independence, and create a solid path toward a successful career.

Long Beach:

Building Construction Tech

Cement Masonry

Clinical Medical Assistant

Glazing, Pre-Apprentice

Auto Maintenance and Light Repair

Medical Admin Assistant

Painting, Pre-Apprentice

Pharmacy Tech

Los Angeles:

Certified Nurse Assistant

Clinical Medical Assistant

Computer Networking

Data Science and Coding

Licensed Vocational Nursing

Medical Admin Assistant

Office Admin

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Job Corps does not endorse, takes no responsibility for, and exercises no control over the linked organization or its views, or contents, nor does it vouch for the accuracy or accessibility of the information contained on the destination server. Job Corps also cannot authorize the use of copyrighted materials contained in linked Web sites.

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Department of Rehabilitation
Student Services:
-Job Exploration Counseling
-Work-Based Learning Experiences
-Post-Secondary Counseling
-Work Readiness Training
-Self-Advocacy Training

Vocation Rehabilitation (After High School):
-Explore options after High School
-Financial Support in post-secondary school/training
-Additional Guidance

Workability 1:

Transition Services

Work Placement Assistance

Pre-Employment Training

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Workability 1 offers students an opportunity to work within their community for a contracted period. Interested?

Qualified students must complete an application with

Mr. Lewis (nicholaslewis@busd.k12.ca.us) if you are at Mayfair High or

Mrs. San Martin (fsanmartin@busd.k12.ca.us) if you attend Bellflower High or Somerset High then proceed to complete pre-employment training.

Pre-Employment Training Includes:

Interview preparation, following directions, teamwork, attitude, dependability, initiative and work pride, punctuality, task performance, customer service, and timesheet form preparation.

Diversified Occupations students are able to forego Pre-Employment training. (Students receive the same training throughout the semester)