Academic Advisement and Assistance: Educational plans are required and
developed for students on an individual basis. The plans are designed to guide the
student through each semester of the training program. Tutorial and remedial
support is available as needed.
Work Activity Referral: The CalWORKs Work Activity Program assists CalWORKs
recipients to comply with a combination of 32 hours of academic coursework, work
activity, laboratory time, structured internships or other activities which will lead to
proper preparation for their career. The program is funded through the California
Community College State Chancellor’s Office and pays for a percentage of the
student’s wages.
Ancillary Services Requests: CalWORKs staff assists students with the completion
of ancillary requests to the County to cover the expense of books and supplies as
listed on the course syllabus. A clothing allowance for workplace attire and
transportation assistance is also provided to eligible CalWORKs students.
For additional information about our CalWORKs program, please call
310-900-1600, ext. 2072 or visit the CalWORKs office
in the Vocational Technology Building, Room VT-153.
CAREER GOALS
WHAT DO I DO IF I AM…
Undecided about College Goals
Join the club! Over half of the students who attend community colleges are not sure about
their educational and career goals. If you find yourself in this category, we have many ways
you can start to make a choice about your goals. Here are some steps that you can take:
Enroll in a human development class
Make an appointment with a career counselor
Become involved in campus activities or volunteer work
Conduct informational interviews with people who are in your career field of interest
I THINK I KNOW WHAT I WANT
…
Explore Possible Majors and Careers
Many students find themselves in this category. Typical college students consider three
or four majors before they decide on a major and get their degree. Here are some tips
on how to explore majors:
Enroll in Human Development 5 course
Work with an academic or career counselor to identify possible majors or careers
Enroll in introductory courses related to the career or major you are considering
Do research in the Transfer and Career Center
Seek out volunteer experiences, internships or job-shadowing opportunities
Conduct informational interviews with people who are in your career field of interest
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