The GED High School Diploma Program is designed for students with varying educational needs. Classes are completed at the student's own pace. Prerequisite: Reading, Math and Writing assessment prior to enrollment.

Option #1: Completion of 34 courses (170 credits) in the subject areas of English, social sciences, science, mathematics, and electives. Some courses are required, such as Expository Composition, Algebra, Computer Foundations, World and U.S. History, and Government. The Counseling staff can review your transcripts to assign course credit towards the diploma.

Option #2: Completion of 10 courses (50 credits) in specified subject areas, along with passage of the Tests of General Educational Development (GED) in English.

Option #3: Completion of 14 courses (70 credits) in specified subject areas, along with passage of the Tests of General Educational Development (GED) in Spanish.

AEWC is a high school diploma program for students between 16-18 who have been out of traditional school. Call (818) 365-9645 x438 for further information.

Study for the GED tests at home with videos and workbooks that you complete at your own pace and bring in to your instructor to be scored. Test your readiness for the GED by taking the Official Practice Test. $10 refundable deposit required. $15 book fee.

Basic language arts, reading and math at beginning through advanced levels.

IMPACT classes are targeted for students planning to enter college in the Spring 2012. The IMPACT program, (Improving Adult college Transition), prepares students to enter college academically prepared in English language arts, math, reading, and life and study skills. Counselor recommendation is required. Courses are no charge.

The Child Care/Day Worker provides classroom instruction and training that are required by the State of California in the nursery school, child care centers and child development programs. Students enrolled in this program will also be required to volunteer in a day care facility.
Students must provide their own transportation.

This course provides instruction in project-based experiences inchild development programs, including workplace safety, communications, critical thinking, and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on human development and growth.

Courses are aligned with the Business Education Career Path and Model Curriculum Standards of the California Department of Education.

A Certificate of Proficiency for business programs requires successful completion of basic core classes listed for each program. (Math, reading, or language competencies may be required to receive a certificate in certain classes.)

Department of Real Estate Approval No. 894.87.
This course will prepare students for the California Real Estate salesperson's license examination.

This course introduces basic business, financial and sales practices of real estate: agency laws, contracts, market analysis, advertising, finance, property management, tax and ethics.

This course presents escrow processes for individuals buying real estate: escrow theory, vocabulary, sample escrows and ethical laws.

This course includes major aspects of real estate law: contracts, deeds, titles, encumbrances, leases, financing, land descriptions and real estate computation.

Typist/Keyboarding is a competency-based course which includes an introduction to basic keyboarding techniques on a computer, fundamental skills development and improvement of keyboarding speed and accuracy. The course includes production of memoranda, letters, simple tables and short unbound reports.

This course contains terminology, description of computers, how they function, and their uses. It includes an introduction to basic software applications, word processing, electronic communications & Internet.

This course prepares students with a through knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications, including integration of application functions for business use.

This course includes an introduction to basic software applications, word processing, computer-aided instruction, reference, electronic spreadsheets, and educational presentation graphics. It prepares students to operate microcomputers utilizing Microsoft Office 2007.

This course prepares students to perform all business functions of microcomputing, including management of databases and technical and practical experience to prepare for IC3 Certification.

Training includes keyboarding, legal terminology review, preparation of legal documents and correspondence, record keeping, and office tools and equipment, including computers and transcription usage.

Develops skills required to define, spell, and pronounce legal words and terms, incliding Latin words and phrases, abbreviations, and compound words; and use of legal dictionaries, reference manuals, and websites.

Emphasizes skills and knowledge for success in an office occupation, including use of telephone, reference materials, mail processing, business ethics and attitudes, travel arrangements, and filing and records management.

Provides instruction and experience in written and oral business communications, including English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; business writing and reporting; and techniques of effective reading, listening, and speaking. Workplace safety, employment skills, and entrepreneurial skills are covered.

Provides instruction and practice in business mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and mixed numbers in solving word and money problems; and development of proficiency in using an electronic calculator. Workplace safety, employment skills, and entrepreneurial skills are covered.

Accounting is the language of business. This course covers the accounting cycles for a proprietorship, partnership and corporation; the concepts and procedures for double-entry accounting, and computerized applications. It includes the use of calculators and microcomputers to process financial information and produce reports using appropriate software to develop electronic spreadsheets. Course includes using Quickbooks, consumer-oriented skills as well as reconciling bank statements, making budgets and small business payroll skills.

This course presents technical instruction and practical experience in principles and techniques of print and web typography, color theory and use, illustration, logo design, branding and image concepts through imaging software.

This course covers use of hardware, software and peripherals to create and manipulate 2-dimensional images, using input and output devices.

This course covers use of hardware, software and peripherals to create and manipulate 2-dimensional images, using input and output devices and use of Final Cut Pro for editing video.

This competency-based course is the first of a two-part series of classes designed to prepare students for employment in the field of web page design. Students will develop competencies in web page layout, design and usability. Students will learn Fireworks CS5 and Flash CS5 to create graphics, animate websites and incorporate streaming audio/video. Project management will be discussed in detail to ensure a quality product delivered in a timely manner. Prerequisites: Firm knowledge of Windows, working knowledge of word processing software.

This competency-based course is the second of a two-part series of classes designed to prepare students for employment in the field of web page design. Students will develop a firm understanding of XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Dreamweaver CS5 applications to develop, maintain, and manage standards-based websites as recommended by the World Wide Web Consortium, (W3C). Students will produce an online professional portfolio of their work to promote their presence and gain fulltime or contract employment. Website project management will be discussed in detail to ensure a quality product delivered in a timely manner. Prerequisites: Firm knowledge of Windows, working knowledge of word processing software, Advertising Design and permission of instructor.

This course prepares students who are Deaf or Hearing Impaired in basic (English) language development skills, American Sign Language skills and everyday living skills which can also be used to help them in their Vocational Training Courses

Learn the mechanics and use of ASL, fingerspelling, and deaf culture. This course provides introductory instructions for sign language interpretation.

Provides instruction in estimating the cost of damage repair, mechanical and electrical components, plastics, adhesives, painting and refinishing at the basic and intermediate levels.

Students will receive technical instruction and practical experience in non-structural analysis and damage repair of automobiles using sustainable and green technologies. Instruction includes minor body repair, unit body repair, tool identification and safety in the shop.

Students will receive technical instruction and practical experience in auto body painting and refinishing using sustainable and green technologies. Instruction includes painting and refinishing at the basic and advanced levels, preparation techniques, spraying techniques, cost estimating and safety in the paint shop..

Students will learn skills in theory, operating principles, and repair of mechanical, electrical, electronic fuel injection, and carburetion systems and shop tune-up service operations, especially the use of electronic testing equipment.

This course provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in emission control using sustainable and green vehicle technologies. Including Basic and Advance Clean Air Car Course, 2011 Updates, Alt A6 electrical and electronic systems, Alt A8 engine performance and Alt L1 advanced engine performance. It prepares students for the California State Smog licensing program.

This 24-hour course provides students with technical instruction and practical experience to upgrade their knowledge in emission control using sustainable and green vehicle technologies. It prepares students for re-certification for the California State Smog License.

Students will receive technical instruction and practical experience in automobile brake diagnosis and repair with emphasis in general, hydraulic system, drum brake, disc brake, power assist units, wheel bearings, parking brake, electronic brake, and control systems. Instruction includes proper use, maintenance, and storage of auto repair tools and safety in auto shop.

Students will receive technical instruction and practical experience in automobile suspension and steering diagnosis and repair with emphasis in general, steering, suspension, related steering and suspension, wheels and tires. Instruction includes proper use, maintenance, and storage of auto repair tools and safety in auto shop.

Shopwork develops skills and knowledge to service and repair front-end suspension, steering, systems, and brakes.

General topics common to both airframe and aircraft powerplant subject areas.(11-subjects, Maximum 600 hours)

Aircraft piston and turbine powerplant systems and components. (17 Subjects, Maximum 900 hours)

Airframe systems and components, and airframe structures. (17 Subjects, Maximum 900 hours)

Includes theory and practical experience related to basic hand tools, building materials, sketching and plan drawing, estimating, construction layout, concrete forms, framing and finishing.

Provides instruction in California State Contractor's License Laws and Trades Review.

This course prepares students for the A+ Certification Exams in computer repair. Instruction includes an introduction to hardware, a review of computer math, and an overview of the different electrical and power supplies used by microcomputers. Students will receive test-taking strategies and stimulated certification test to prepare for the A+ Certification Exam.

Instruction in use of hand tools, measurement and layout, shop mathematics, blueprint reading, lathes and mills, and principles of C.N.C. and MasterCAM.

Using state-of-the-art computers and the latest CAD software students will learn basic drafting techniques, modern drafting procedures and special drawing formats. Advanced students will receive training for employment in electronic drafting field, including use of Revit software.

Basic knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning and mechanical theory. Prepares students for E.P.A. certification exam.

This course provides training in the refrigeration and air conditioning trade. It covers system fundamentals, troubleshooting and repair procedures. This course also includes instruction in employability skills.

This course provides technical instruction and practical experience in workplace, safety, trade mathematics, fundamental electrical concepts, storage batteries in direct current circuits. Ohm's Law, alternating current, and resource management.

This course provides technical instruction and practical experience in electrical wiring and codes. It deals with he National Electrical Code (NEC), state and local codes to provide guidelines and information needed to insure safe installation nd operation of electrical equipment and wiring. It also covers a review of the practical aspects of the resource management when wiring.

This course in alternative and renewable energy technology introduces students to the field of photovoltaics (PV). Participants will receive technical instruction in workplace safety policies and procedures, resource management, trade mathematics and employability skills. Emphasis is placed on photovoltaic energy as a viable source of alternative energy, basic electrical theories, electrical wiring principles and procedures and the operational fundamentals of PV modules.

This is the second of three courses in photovoltaics (PV) systems. Includes PV system hardware and component evaluation, assessment of sites for PV systems, sizing, costing, selection of PV systems, and mechanical design criteria and adoptions. Pre-requisite: Photovoltaics/1

Provides shop training and relating instruction in various welding units. Preparation for various City of Los Angeles departmental written and practical welding exams.

Provides medical, surgical, obstetrical and pediatric nursing. Prerequisites: reading & math assessment, U.S.H.S. Diploma, GED, A.A. or B.A. Degree; LVN program is approximately 1600 hours (12 month). Applications are available in June 2012. Applications are available in June 2012, for classes that begin in 2012-2013. The current school year is already filled.

Learn the skills to combine medications, take prescriptions orders, keep accurate files, and operate medical software in a HMO or a retail pharmacy. Prerequisites: reading level 9.0 or above and math level 9.0 or above. Must be 18 yrs. old with a high school diploma or GED. New Enrollment allowed throughout the year as space becomes available.

This course contains the training requirements for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Prerequisites: Over 18 years of age, TB clearance, and reading assessment required. Classes will be offered every 13 weeks. The 6:00-8:30 class will be starting March 5, 2012. Call the Counseling Office for other start times.

Instruction on using computers for greater English language use and understanding of the role of technology in education. All ESL students are welcome.

In this class you can take videos and assignment books home, then bring them to your teacher to be scored.
Lleve videos y libros a su casa. Regrese sus tareas a la escuela una vez a la semana. $5 per booklet.