Lifelong Learning: Mission Valley Regional Occupational Program

Mission Valley ROP
5019 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538 • 510-657-1865

Mission Valley ROP is a provider of career training for high tech, high pay and high demand fields! In existence for more than thirty-five years, MVROP has been instrumental in preparing students for successful business, medical, and technical careers. Operating under a partnership with Fremont, New Haven, and Newark Unified School Districts, over 5,000 students (adult and high school) participate each year in ROP’s exemplary educational programs.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 2009-2010- ADULTS ONLY

• Administrative Support 1


• Certified Nursing Assistant


• Administrative Support 2


• Pharmacy Technician


• Accounting Clerk 1


• EKG Technician


• Accounting Clerk 2


• Medical Assisting Clinical (back/front office)


• Auto Body/Major Refinishing & Painting


• Computer Graphics Design


• Construction


• Digital Sound Design


• Computer Animation

Also see Lifelong Learning: MetroEd CCOC (Santa Clara County's Regional Occupational Program)

Lifelong Learning: Physical Fitness!

The Milpitas Sports Center is a full service fitness center that offers something for everyone. Our facility includes a 33-piece fitness center, 4 pools, large gym and two aerobics studios. Locker rooms and showers are available to members. New members can take part in a “Fitness Orientation” to learn the proper use of our Fitness Center equipment.

The YMCA of Santa Clara Valley and the YMCA of the Mid-Peninsula have joined forces to create the YMCA of Silicon Valley. Explore our website to learn more about us, including our health, fitness and wellness programs, youth programs, camps, family activities, swimming and aquatics, and other activities for people of all ages, incomes and abilities.

• East Valley Family YMCA 1975 S. White Road, San Jose, CA 95148(408) 715-6500
• Central YMCA 1717 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126, (408) 298-1717

Lifelong Learning: Food Safety Certification

Are you interested

in selling homemade food?

Food Safety Certification
Each retail food establishment in Santa Clara County is mandated by state law to employ at least one person certified in food safety. There are a number of organizations that provide the necessary training and testing for certification. The Department of Environmental Health has developed its own training and testing program that meets the requirements for this certification. Click on the links below for certification request forms, requirements, testing and certification providers.

• Requirements
• Food Safety Certification Providers List
• Food Safety Class Schedule
• Doing Business in Santa Clara County

For more info, see: SELLING FOOD PRODUCTS

Lifelong Learning: University President Aims for Brighter Future

VOAVideo: University President Aims for Brighter Future

A dynamic educator, born and raised in India, now leads a major university a large U.S. city. Renu Khator combines the discipline and work ethic she learned at home as a child with the openness and optimism she says she found in the Southwestern U.S. State of Texas. VOA's Greg Flakus reports on the woman who leads the University of Houston system.

Lifelong Learning: Randall's ESL-Lab Listening Exercises about College

Easy: College Life
Whether you are trying to get an online MBA or just going to a local college, there are a number of things you have to consider including location, cost, and the reputation of school. What factor is most important to you?

• I. Pre-Listening Exercises
• II. Listening Exercises
• III. Vocabulary
• IV. Post-Listening Exercises

Intermediate: College Majors: Getting a University Degree
How do people go about selecting a college major or future career? Are there job fairs in high schools in your area to help students learn about different careers? Is it a common practice for children to ask parents for guidance in choosing a college major?

• I. Pre-Listening Exercises
• II. Listening Exercises
• III. Vocabulary
• IV. Post-Listening Exercises

Advanced: A University Degree

What are some of the things you need to do to apply for college and succeed in your studies at that level?

• I. Pre-Listening Exercises
• II. Listening Exercises
• III. Vocabulary
• IV. Post-Listening Exercises

Lifelong Learning: the GED Test

General Educational Development (or GED) tests are a group of five subject tests which (when passed) certifies that the taker has American or Canadian high school-level academic skills. The GED is sometimes referred to as a "General Equivalency Diploma" or "General Education(al) Diploma" in everyday English.

The GED Tests provide adults who did not complete a formal high school program the
opportunity to certify their attainment of high school-level academic knowledge and skills

The GED Test battery comprises five content area tests:

• Language Arts, Writing, Part I 50 questions in 75 minutes
• Language Arts, Writing, Part II 1 essay in 45 minutes
• Social Studies 50 questions in 70 minutes
• Science 50 questions in 80 minutes
• Language Arts, Reading 40 questions in 65 minutes
• Mathematics 50 questions in 90 minutes

Frequently Asked QuestionsAnswers to frequently asked questions on the GED test.

• Am I eligible to take the GED test?
• How is the test scheduled and what are the costs?
• How can I prepare for the GED test?
• What type of questions are on the test? (Outside Source)
• Are accommodations available for examinees with disabilities?
• How will I know if I pass the test, and what do I do if I fail the test?

Lifelong Learning: The Cisco Systems-San Jose Entrepreneur Center

The Cisco Systems • San Jose Entrepreneur Center offers management and technology classes to assist you at every level in the growth of your business. Here you'll receive training in the latest computer technology, management concepts, financial planning, marketing and related topics. All seminars are nominally priced; and the presenters are experts in their fields. Pre-registration is always recommended.

Here are some of the courses we regularly offer:

• How to Start and Manage a Small Business
• Developing a Business Plan
• Purchasing a Business or Franchise
• Starting a Home-Based Business
• Designing and Furnishing Your Office
• Financing Options for Your Business
• Understanding Financial Statements
• Doing E-Commerce
• Harnessing the Internet for Profit

LISTEN: Studying in the US: Four Kinds of Financial Aid On EDUCATION REPORT: Assistantships, scholarships, fellowships and grants are explained in part 22 of our Foreign Student Series. 18 February 2009