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California Career Technical Education

Links

  • California Virtual Campus
     Information about Distance Learning Courses statewide.
  • School Guides
    Transition Guides for Students and Their Families – “…the premier Web site for college and career planning in California.”
  • Career Safe Online
    The goal of Career Safe is to teach younger workers how to stay safe in the workplace.
  • Roadtrip Nation
     It all started with four friends and one dilemma: "what do I want to do with my life?" Fresh out of college and unsure about the career paths in front of them, they were determined to expose themselves to more than just the traditional life roads. They hopped in an old RV, painted it green, and hit the road to talk with inspiring people from all walks of life to find out how they came to do what they love for a living.
  • O*NET
    Occupational Information Network, developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, is the main source of occupational information in the U.S.
  • California Career Zone
    An interactive Web site designed with students in mind.
  • California Careers
    Provides career information and resources, including self-assessment, for Californians.
  • Electronic Resume Guide
    Information on how to format resumes for email, electronic resume, posting online, and resume scanning. 
  • California Work Permit Information
    Frequently asked questions about work permits.
  • Young Workers Health and Safety
    Contains the basics about young worker health and safety for both teens and parents.
  • Federal Student Aid information
    Helps you fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Fastweb
    Free scholarship assistance based on a questionnaire.
  • California Community Colleges
    Official Web site of the California Community College System. 
  • Job Corps
    Official web site of the Job Corps, with information for students and parents.
  • California Apprenticeship programs
    Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) web page with search function.
  • Career Voyages
    U.S. Department of Education web site providing numerous career resources, including apprenticeship.
  • Who Do U Want 2 B?
    Information on California high school and community college courses, career options, and financial assistance are at your fingertips. This site will help you make decisions about the right courses to take in high school and community college so that you have the opportunity to turn that passion of yours into a great job and a great future

Finding a Job

  • I want to find a job.
    The California Employment Development Department Web page has resources to help you find work.
  • I want to find a better job.
    Using the resources found at California Careers Web site will help you develop the personal, social, educational, and career self-management skills to develop and maintain a fulfilling life/career.
  • I want to find an apprenticeship program.
    This Department of Industrial Relations Web page provides information on apprenticeship programs by county and occupation.
  • I do not know what I want to do in life.
    The California Career Zone Web page provides the assessment tools to help you know yourself better. Knowing yourself better can help you choose a satisfying job or occupation to explore.
  • I just lost my job, how do I file for Unemployment Insurance?
    Unemployment Insurance is a nationwide program created to provide partial wage replacement to unemployed workers while they conduct an active search for new work.

Exploring Career Opportunities

  • I want to explore career opportunities.
    Career development is a lifelong process of exploring, choosing, and implementing decisions about educational, work and life roles. Learn how to create a great career path at California Career Web site.
  • How do you pick the right career path?
    The Roadtrip Nation Web site is a collection of interviews by college students talking with individuals about how they chose their own road in life.
  • Are there “green jobs” available?
    This Employment Development Department Web page lists information and resources for obtaining green jobs.
  • How does someone over 50 upgrade their skills?
    The California Department of Aging (CDA) administers programs that serve older adults, throughout the State.
  • There are 500 applicants; I need help making my resume standout!
    This application building Web page provides guides and suggestions on what steps to take to improve your resume.
  • I have an interview and I am scared to death!
    The Work smart Web site provides a list of tips for preparing for the interview and anticipates questions that the employer might ask.
  • How does someone under 25 find out what they want to be?
    This life decision Web site will help you make decisions about the right courses to take in high school and community college so that you have the opportunity to turn that passion of yours into a great job and a great future.

Educational Opportunities

  • I want to go to a college or university in California.
    This is the official Web page for college and career planning in California. It includes links to community colleges and California’s state colleges and universities.
  • I haven’t decided yet if I want to get a job after I graduate from high school, get a job to help support my family, or do both. 
    Contact the local Regional Occupational Center or Regional Occupational Program (ROCP) office in your area to speak to a career counselor or advisor. Go to the ROCP Web page, then in the left hand column click on California’s ROCPs.
  • I want a grant or scholarship for school.
    Welcome to CaliforniaColleges.edu, California's free official source for college and career planning.
  • I want to earn a high school diploma or GED.
     California’s Adult Schools are excellent free resources for obtaining a high school diploma or GED. Locate the closest schools by entering your zip code.
  • I need to learn to speak English.
     California’s Adult Schools are excellent free resources for learning to speak English. Locate the closest schools by entering your zip code.
  • I am an adult and I cannot read - who can help me?
     California’s Adult Schools are excellent free resources for learning to read. Locate the closest schools by entering your zip code.

Barriers to Work