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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 Chancellor’s Office and pays for a percentage of the student’s wages.
Ancillary Services Requests: CalWORKs staff assist students with the completion of ancillary requests to the County to cover all of the books and supplies expenses 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; visit the CalWORKs office
in the Vocational Technology Building, Room VT-153 or go to http://www.compton.edu/studentservices/supportservices/CalWORKSTANFGAIN
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 earn 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
I AM SURE...
About My Major
Some students are very certain about their major and educational and career goals.
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