Program Information and Courses

Program Information

To be eligible for this course, students must be employed. Student must work a minimum of 50 hours in a paid employment per quarter to earn each unit of credit or volunteer 40 hours in a non-profit community agency.

Co-op courses are accredited and transferable as elective credits that are applicable towards certificates and degrees. Co-op units transfer to the California State Universities, (CSU) and selected private universities. However, these units are not transferable to the University of California. (Students are recommended to consult with their academic advisor for specific information regarding the transfer of units).

Participation in the Cooperative Education work experience program may be repeated based on State of California regulations. General Co-op may be repeated up to 9 units maximum. Occupational Co-op may be repeated up to 24 units. Students may not exceed the completion of more than 24 units of Co-op courses in combined programs and may not enroll in more than one Co-op course per quarter.

Courses Offered

Occupational Work Experience (Series of Co-op 51): Courses designed for students whose current employment is related to their college major.

Students will be expected to write, complete, and evaluate a set of learning objectives within a planned series of experiences that reflect their college major. Participation in this course will facilitate the student's decision-making in their career and academic program, while re-enforcing classroom theory through work-based learning and application.

General Work Experience (Co-op 71): Course designed for undecided students whose current employment does not relate their college major.

Transferable skills are gained under actual working conditions. Develop an understanding, appreciation and respect for working, peer interaction, and an awareness of cultural/global diversity and generational differences in the work environment. Through work-related assignments and participating in on-campus activities, students are assisted in the process of developing a concept of self, understanding roles in the work environment, and setting realistic goals within their present occupation.