Career Ready News Center

The California Strong Workforce Program (SWP), launched in 2016 to expand and strengthen career technical education (CTE) in the 116-college California Community Colleges system — the nation’s largest workforce development… Read More – Opportunity Rocks: The Strong Workforce Program Connects Students to Employer Demand

Lights, camera, and all action — The LAUNCH Apprenticeship Network doesn’t just provide community college students with valuable career skills. These positions are helping students build up their career confidence… Read More – Premier Partnerships: Collaborative LAUNCH Apprenticeship Pathway Supports Students in the Digital Media Industry 

The Riverside City College Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program isn’t just blowing hot air. The HVAC program is helping RCC students successfully connect with local employers and learn… Read More – Chill Skills: Riverside City College’s HVAC Program Sets Students Up for Success

For Inland Empire/Desert community colleges, career and technical education (CTE) programs are the foundation for students’ career success. These CTE programs provide the valuable skills for grads to soar in… Read More – Celebrating CTE: Exploring Inland Empire/Desert CTE Program Achievements

Every day, Crafton Hills College Fire Academy alum Grace Shumate applies her philosophy of grit into her goals. The personal mantra represents more than determination to the proud Roadrunner. “’G’… Read More – Flames and Fortitude: Fire Academy Alum Conquering Career Thanks to Crafton Hills College 

When DeVonn Ward walked into the Culinary Arts Academy Job Fair at Riverside City College last year, little did he know it would lead him to his culinary success today.… Read More – A Recipe for Success: RCC Fall Culinary Arts Academy Job Fair Brings RCC Alum Full Circle