Career Training Programs Available
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair teaches people the skills and knowledge needed to become car technicians who work on basic electrical and mechanical repairs. The program follows the standards of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) tests for cars and light trucks.
Career Outlook:
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics earn a median salary of $46,900 (Pipeline AZ)
Certification Earned:
- Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
Career Pathway Option:
- 22 credits total with Glendale Community College
- Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair CCL and an associate degree program available
Important Class Information:
- This program is offered in partnership with Glendale Community College and in-person classes are held at Glendale- Main Campus location.
- Students can expect to spend 4 to 6 hours per week in and out-of-class assignments and class instruction
How to Get Started:
- Talk with your College and Career Navigator to learn more about this program and the next available start date!
*Disclaimer: Program eligibility is dependent on academic readiness and regular and consistent attendance status in HSE/GED Prep or ESL/English Language Classes.
*Disclaimer: Funding is dependent on the completion of the co-enrollment process with ARZIONA@WORK
This program prepares learners to work in construction, repair, maintenance and related contracting fields and guarantees an interview upon completion. The curriculum and hands-on worksite experience emphasizes work-ready skill sets in management, leadership, motivation, oral and written communications, problem solving, planning and scheduling, cost awareness and production control, sustainability, time management, and OSHA safety. This program reinforces common construction skills to include use of tools, adherence to safety and codes, and reading construction drawings.
Career Outlook:
- The number of publicly posted positions is about 757 jobs per month in Maricopa County. (ARIZONA@WORK Construction Sector, 2022)
- The average yearly salary in Arizona is $37,955. (salary.com, Jan. 2022)
Certification Earned:
- Earn a certificate in electrical, framing/carpentry or plumbing while advancing your education in the Applied Technology Field of Interest. Certificates are stackable, allowing you to earn certifications in all three areas. Students enroll in one area at a time.
Career Pathway Option:
- 16 credits total co-enrollment with South Mountain Community College (SMCC)
Important Class Information:
- This program is offered exclusively at Rio Salado College's South Mountain Community College location.
- Students can expect to spend 4 to 6 hours per week in and out-of-class assignments and class instruction
How to Get Started:
- Talk with your College and Career Navigator to learn more about this program and the next available start date!
*Disclaimer: Program eligibility is dependent on academic readiness and regular and consistent attendance status in HSE/GED Prep or ESL/English Language Classes.
*Disclaimer: Funding is dependent on the completion of the co-enrollment process with ARZIONA@WORK
Facilities management is a job focused on helping people. Manager make sure that buildings and their surroundings are safe, comfortable, and work well. Facility managers are the people who organize and take care of everything to make sure buildings run smoothly and safely. Even though you don't need experience to start, many facility managers have worked in construction, project management, business, IT, architecture, engineering, or sustainability.
Career Outlook:
- Facilities Managers earn a median salary of $85,610 (O*Net)
Certification Earned:
- Facility Management Professional™ (FMP®) is earned upon passing the certification exam
Career Pathway Option:
- Short-term training with built-in, hands-on opportunities, networking, and job assistance
Important Class Information:
- This program is offered in partnership with Gateway Community College and classes are offered on Gateway’s campus.
- Students can expect to spend 4 to 6 hours per week in and out-of-class assignments and class instruction
How to Get Started:
- Talk with your College and Career Navigator to learn more about this program and the next available start date!
*Disclaimer: Program eligibility is dependent on academic readiness and regular and consistent attendance status in HSE/GED Prep or ESL/English Language Classes.
*Disclaimer: Funding is dependent on the completion of the co-enrollment process with ARZIONA@WORK
This Semiconductor Manufacturing program is designed to provide education and training for employment in various nanotechnology settings from space exploration to finding new ways to treat cancer or develop the next microchip for tech products.
Nanotechnology is where science, engineering and technology meet— at the nanoscale. This science can be used in industries such as manufacturing, engineering, biology, chemistry, and more.
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Career Outlook:
- Nanotechnology and semiconductor technicians earn a national median salary of $40,500 (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Certification Earned:
- Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing
Career Pathway Option:
- 11 credits total with Rio Salado College
- Semiconductor Manufacturing CCL and an associate degree program available
Important Class Information:
- This program is offered in a hybrid format. Two courses require in-person lab days. The remainder of the courses are offered online.
- Students can expect to spend 4 to 6 hours per week in and out-of-class assignments and class instruction
*Disclaimer: Program eligibility is dependent on academic readiness and regular and consistent attendance status in HSE/GED Prep or ESL/English Language Classes.
