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Reedley College aviation maintenance program keeps ‘em flying
July 12, 2010 – 10:48 am | No Comment
Reedley College aviation maintenance program keeps ‘em flying

Reedley College has offered Aviation Maintenance Technician courses for more than 50 years, and the program continues today. It is one of just a handful of FAA-certified programs in the state.

The North Centers offer more options for criminal justice education
June 15, 2010 – 4:40 pm | No Comment
The North Centers offer more options for criminal justice education

The Criminal Justice Program at the North Centers prepares students for future careers in law enforcement, corrections, and the criminal justice system.

FCC offers working students fast track to a degree
May 18, 2010 – 10:02 am | No Comment
FCC offers working students fast track to a degree

The 25 Month Degree Transfer Program at Fresno City College provides students a streamlined academic schedule to earn an associate degree with classes taken entirely at night and on Saturdays.

Forestry program celebrates 40 years at Reedley College
March 24, 2010 – 11:00 am | No Comment
Forestry program celebrates 40 years at Reedley College

This April, the Reedley College Forestry and Natural Resources Program will commemorate 40 years of providing exceptional instruction and hands-on training in natural resource management.

New grant encourages continued nursing education
January 30, 2010 – 11:27 am | No Comment
New grant encourages continued nursing education

A $250,000 grant presented to Fresno City College, in collaboration with area universities, will fund easier transitions from associate degree nursing programs to bachelor’s degree programs.

New Madera Center learning community stays focused on the ‘goal’
December 8, 2009 – 11:59 am | No Comment
New Madera Center learning community stays focused on the ‘goal’

A new program of courses at Madera Center sets a solid foundation of education to ensure students receive the tools needed to transfer to a four-year college or university.

FCC Police Academy to provide new officers for Fresno Police Department
August 27, 2009 – 12:05 pm | No Comment
FCC Police Academy to provide new officers for Fresno Police Department

The Fresno Police Department, with a recent federal grant, will be hiring 26 additional officers. The new officers will likely come from the FCC Police Academy where future officers are trained with a unique focus toward law enforcement in the Central Valley.

Reedley College receives grant for workforce development
July 24, 2009 – 3:55 pm | No Comment
Reedley College receives grant for workforce development

A grant from the Tulare County Workforce Investment Board will fund vocational programs in health care and manufacturing.

Local designers converge on Willow International for fast-paced competition
June 29, 2009 – 11:58 am | No Comment
Local designers converge on Willow International for fast-paced competition

Iron Designer Live competition, presented by Fresno Design Alliance and Willow International Center, provides local nonprofit with a brand-new logo—all in about an hour.

Iron Designer Live – Video
June 1, 2009 – 10:58 am | No Comment
Iron Designer Live – Video

Video compilation of the Iron Designer Live competition, held on May 13 at the Willow International Center.

Yard sale will raise funds to send FCC entrepreneurs to national conference
May 22, 2009 – 3:33 pm | No Comment
Yard sale will raise funds to send FCC entrepreneurs to national conference

The Fresno City College CEO Club offers students a chance to learn and work toward their goal of business ownership. Currently, they are raising funds to attend the national conference in October.

Energizing the Valley’s Economy: Putting Great Ideas into Action – Part 1
May 18, 2009 – 3:42 pm | No Comment
Energizing the Valley’s Economy: Putting Great Ideas into Action – Part 1

Video update to SCCCD’s response to the demands of Valley workforce development. The video was presented at the 2008 State Center Community College District Workforce Development Forum.

Energizing the Valley’s Economy: Putting Great Ideas into Action – Part 2
May 18, 2009 – 3:40 pm | No Comment
Energizing the Valley’s Economy: Putting Great Ideas into Action – Part 2

Video update to SCCCD’s response to the demands of Valley workforce development. The video was presented at the 2008 State Center Community College District Workforce Development Forum.

Partnership with PG&E prepares students for a bright future
March 30, 2009 – 10:25 am | No Comment
Partnership with PG&E prepares students for a bright future

A special ceremony took place this spring at the PG&E Clubhouse Building, as 28 military veterans completed the PowerPathway™ program that will enable them to work in the utility and energy sectors.