West Hills College-Coalinga

Students studying in the West Hills' Certified Nursing Assistant program will learn laboratory skills and be provided with in-hospital training. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared for the certification examination.

The State of California, Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing, is responsible for issuing Child Development Permits to eligible students seeking employment in State funded early childhood educational programs or other selective children’s programs. The student with the intention of securing a Child Development Permit must follow mandated course requirements as outlined by the Child Development Permit Matrix handout. To secure a copy of the Child Development Permit Matrix contact a Child Development instructor or the coordinator of the Child Development Training Consortium. There is a monetary fee paid to the Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing when se-curing the Child Development permit and as required, all course work must be passed with a grade of C or better.

The State of California, Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing, is responsible for issuing Child Development Permits to eligible students seeking employment in State funded early childhood educational programs or other selective children’s programs. The student with the intention of securing a Child Development Permit must follow mandated course requirements as outlined by the Child Development Permit Matrix handout. To secure a copy of the Child Development Permit Matrix contact a Child Development instructor or the coordinator of the Child Development Training Consortium. There is a monetary fee paid to the Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing when se-curing the Child Development permit and as required, all course work must be passed with a grade of C or better.

The State of California, Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing, is responsible for issuing Child Development Permits to eligible students seeking employment in State funded early childhood educational programs or other selective children’s programs. The student with the intention of securing a Child Development Permit must follow mandated course requirements as outlined by the Child Development Permit Matrix handout. To secure a copy of the Child Development Permit Matrix contact a Child Development instructor or the coordinator of the Child Development Training Consortium. There is a monetary fee paid to the Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing when se-curing the Child Development permit and as required, all course work must be passed with a grade of C or better.

The State of California, Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing, is responsible for issuing Child Development Permits to eligible students seeking employment in State funded early childhood educational programs or other selective children’s programs. The student with the intention of securing a Child Development Permit must follow mandated course requirements as outlined by the Child Development Permit Matrix handout. To secure a copy of the Child Development Permit Matrix contact a Child Development instructor or the coordinator of the Child Development Training Consortium. There is a monetary fee paid to the Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing when se-curing the Child Development permit and as required, all course work must be passed with a grade of C or better.

The State of California, Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing, is responsible for issuing Child Development Permits to eligible students seeking employment in State funded early childhood educational programs or other selective children’s programs. The student with the intention of securing a Child Development Permit must follow mandated course requirements as outlined by the Child Development Permit Matrix handout. To secure a copy of the Child Development Permit Matrix contact a Child Development instructor or the coordinator of the Child Development Training Consortium. There is a monetary fee paid to the Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing when se-curing the Child Development permit and as required, all course work must be passed with a grade of C or better.

The Administration of Justice Correctional Science degree is designed to provide the student with option of emphasizing their program of study in the correctional science field. This program provides introductory and journey level course work in corrections for local, state, federal and private levels of correctional enterprise levels. This program enhances student development with philosophical, statutory, and practical background necessary to successfully compete in a technologically advance competitive, and rewarding career field. The following have been recognized as core course requirements by the Commission on Correctional Peace Officers Standards and Training (STC) for all new apprentices (entry-level) hired with the Department of Corrections and Department of Youth Authority after July 1, 1995.

The Administration of Justice Correctional Science degree is designed to provide the student with option of emphasizing their program of study in the correctional science field. This program provides introductory and journey level course work in corrections for local, state, federal and private levels of correctional enterprise levels. This program enhances student development with philosophical, statutory, and practical background necessary to successfully compete in a technologically advance competitive, and rewarding career field. The following have been recognized as core course requirements by the Commission on Correctional Peace Officers Standards and Training (STC) for all new apprentices (entry-level) hired with the Department of Corrections and Department of Youth Authority after July 1, 1995.

Completion of the 18 units fulfills the requirements for a CIS Certificate of Achievement.

The Computer Information Systems Program teaches concepts, procedures and terminology, as well as the skills and applications necessary to operate computers.

The Computer Information Systems Program teaches concepts, procedures and terminology, as well as the skills and applications necessary to operate computers.

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning program is a Certificate of Achievement program designed to prepare students for a career in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. Program performance standards for certification will be in accordance with those set forth by the National Center for Construction and Research (NCCER). Career opportunities for graduates include employment with commercial heating and air conditioning contractors, residential mechanical contractors, parts and equipment distributors, large commercial and industrial facility maintenance departments, hospitals, custom design and new construction markets

West Hills College Coalinga Heavy Equipment Operation Certificate Program is a one semester Certificate of Achievement program. Intrinsic learning is accomplished through a hands on approach to introduce students to a wide range of skills necessary for equipment operation. Laboratory work is designed to simulate field experiences. Heavy equipment operation requires good hand-eye coordination and demands attention to details like timelines, precision operation, coordination of multiple tasks, and following plan directions. Development of problem solving skills and safe work habits will be instilled in the student.

The Welding Technology program is a Certificate of Achievement program designed to prepare students for a career in welding. Program performance standards for certification will be in accordance with those set forth by the National Center for Construction and Research (NCCER), the American Welding Society (AWS), and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Career opportunities for certified welders exist in oil production and maintenance, agriculture, fabrication, manufacturing and construction. Laboratory work is completed in a modern and well equipped welding shop.

IMTs are certified and equipped to work in the industrial, welding or agricultural industries. Industrial Maintenance Technicians understand construction mechanics and construction drawings, and they can install, repair or maintain systems such as piping systems, pressure steam systems, cooling towers bearings and couplings, belt and chain drives, distillation towers and vessels, heaters and furnaces.

The Truck Driving program is a Certificate of Achievement program designed to prepare students for a career as a professional driver. Using modern equipment, the certificate offers instruction and training in forklifts, straight trucks, tractor trailer combinations, including doubles and loaded trucks. Students log approximately 2,000 to 2,500 miles behind the wheel prior to graduation.