El Monte Union High School District Regional Occupational Program Catalog of Programs (After-School) What is ROP? 2012-2013 Today all students must be educated at high levels so they are prepared for both a skilled job and advanced post-secondary training. It is no longer a matter of "either/or." The Los Angeles County Office of Education and the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) strive to provide a star-quality program in career awareness, exploration, and preparation. These programs maintain high academic standards while exposing students to the potential opportunities in the adult world of work. Participation in ROP will enhance student s career opportunities. ROP training provides students with self-satisfaction and a sense of pride as well as entry-level job skills to obtain, maintain, and advance in their chosen career area.??? ROP was established in July of 1974 by the Los Angeles County Board of Education and the Los Angeles County Office of Education and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Description of Courses: Administrative Assistant CC This course is designed to train for entry-level positions in the business/clerical area. Training is available. Automotive Technology (In Partnership w/ Rio Hondo College) This course trains students for entry-level positions in the automotive technician field. The student will receive core instruction in automotive basics then select a specialty: such as: air-conditioning service repair technician, alignment technician, brake technician, electrical diagnostician, engine emission technician, fuel systems technician, lube, oil, filter, cooling system service technician, transmission technician. Building Construction This course will prepare students for entry-level jobs in building remodeling. Hands-on training will include painting, cabinet-work, suspended ceiling, millwork, door hanging and lock installation, cement work, roofing, plastering, and papering. Students will acquire knowledge in the use, care, and upkeep of equipment and supplies. Safety practices as related to building remodeling will also be covered. Business Information Technology Work Experience (CC/CVE) This one-semester course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs utilizing the PC. Students will increase their knowledge of computer concepts and receive hands-on training in word processing, data entry, spreadsheet, database management, and integrated applications. Students also gain experience utilizing software to design and produce quality images, documents, and presentations. ROP classes are designed to provide academic studies and hands-on training in entry-level job skills. The classes may be conducted either as classroom-only, community classroom, or cooperative vocational education courses. Classroom-Only - Instruction takes place in a classroom setting with hands-on skills training using industry standard equipment. Community Classroom Setting - Community classroom is a combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training at business and public agency sites or in the classroom. Cooperative Vocational Education- CVE is a combination of classroom instruction and on-thejob training at business and public agency sites. Students participating in CVE classes must attend related classroom instruction a minimum of 2.5 hours per week throughout the course. 2
Certified Nursing Assistant CC The Nurse Assistant Pre-certification Program consists of courses designed to train for entrylevel positions in the nursing field or assist with the desire to further education in the nursing field. Course includes both classroom and un-paid clinical experience at a community-based site. Computer Aided Drafting Outstanding Student Recognition Program The Los Angeles County Regional Occupational Program (LACOROP) is committed to honoring outstanding ROP students. Students are nominated by their ROP teacher and selected by their district to advance to the county level competition. The student recognition program is designed to recognize ROP students that demonstrate exemplary efforts in the program. Approved candidates are invited to the LACOROP office to compete in the following areas: 1. 2. 3. Interview Presentation of Work Product Resume & Job Application This course enables students to examine a broad selection of occupational choices. The course covers drafting and architectural skills including: sketching, tool usage, measuring, orthographic projection, assembly and detail drawing, floor plans and interior design. Students also have the opportunity to increase their skills through the use of computer-aided design software. Crime Scene Occupations: Intro to Forensics This course provides hands-on experience in the skills and knowledge required of a forensic crime scene investigator working in law enforcement. Students are introduced to crime scene photography and diagrams, collecting physical evidence, dusting and lifting fingerprints, processing evidence, and the use of forensic light source technology. Criminal Law This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs in the law enforcement field. Students will receive an introduction to law enforcement, public safety dispatcher, records clerk, police cadet, and security guard. 3
Career Lunch & Learn Career lunch and learns provide students with an opportunity to learn about a variety of career opportunities from professionals in the field. Job insights, including but not limited to, education/training, salary, benefits, and typical job responsibilities are discussed in every presentation. Film & Video CC/CVE The course exposes students to the basics of visual storytelling through the creation of storyboards, script writing, basic shot types, camera movements, lighting, audio and techniques of editing. Students will learn historical perspectives and analyze American film and television from a variety of artistic works Fitness Occupations This course trains students for entry-level positions in the fitness industry. This course includes classroom instruction as well as skill development in aerobic and other exercises necessary to become a fitness instructor or personal trainer. CPR certification offered. Floristry CC/CVE This course prepares students for entry-level jobs in the floral industry. Students will learn the principles of floral design, uses of floral materials and tools, how to prepare simple floral arrangements and decorative items, basic sales techniques, customer relations, and basic business practices. Training will include hands-on experience in a flower shop setting. Students will train for two job titles: florist assistant, florist technician. Law Enforcement Field Operations This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs in the law enforcement field. Students will receive an introduction to law enforcement, public safety dispatcher, records clerk, police cadet, and security guard. UC Media Design & Development This two-semester UC approved course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs utilizing the PC. Students will increase their knowledge of computer concepts and receive hands-on training in word processing, data entry, spreadsheet, database management, and integrated applications.
Medical Assistant: Back Office CC The Medical Assistant is an 1100-hour course that prepares students with the secretarial, clerical, and reception skills needed to work in the medical front office. The Clinical module prepares the student to assist in the treatment and examination of the patient, including the administration of medications, first aid, sterilization techniques, equipment care, performing laboratory tests, and EKGs. The course includes both classroom instruction and clinical training in doctors offices and clinics. Medical Billing & Coding CC Students will learn medical billing and coding core topics including medical terminology, basic human anatomy and physiology, safety, work ethics, procedural diagnostic coding, universal claim forms, problem solving, manual and computerized medical billing and coding bookkeeping, payroll, computerized appointments and office administration. Office Occupations CC/CVE This course is designed to train for entry-level positions in the business/clerical area. Training is available. Professional Actor This course trains students with the fundamentals of acting necessary for entry-level employment in all mediums related to the acting business, including stage, film, television and commercials. Students will gain hands-on experience by performing in front of an audience at local community theatres and/or other professional performing arts venues. Retail Marketing- CC/CVE This course will provide students with opportunities to prepare for and achieve career objectives in selected retail sales occupations. Learning experiences are designed to lead to employment and/or advancement of individuals in retail sales occupations. Training will include hands-on experience in the retail setting. Students will train for one or more of the following job titles: cashier, customer service associate, sales person, stock or storeroom associate, assistant buyer. Educational Field Trips The Regional Occupational Program recognizes that educational field trips are important components of the instructional program. Providing learning experiences in an environment outside of the classroom can stimulate new interests among students and supplement and enrich classroom lessons. 5
Retail Marketing Diversified * CC/CVE This course will provide students with an Individual Education Plan (IEP) an opportunity to prepare for and achieve career objectives in selected retail sales occupations. Learning experiences are designed to lead to employment and/or advancement of individuals in retail sales occupations. Training will include hands-on experience in the retail setting. Small Business Management This program is designed to provide students with the skills to be successful in a business of their own. Areas of study will include business opportunities, salesmanship, presentation of merchandise, business plans, sales promotion, marketing, personnel, financial knowledge, laws, licenses, permits and insurance. Training may include hands-on training in the student store or a structured internship. Stagecraft Tech: Lighting & Sound This course prepares students for entry-level jobs in the theatrical production industry. Hands-on training helps students gain necessary skills and knowledge to perform the many tasks involved in theater productions. Students learn set design, lighting principles, duties of occupations in theater production, props, sound, and special effects. Job titles that may be taught include: Set Decorator, Special Effects Specialist, Grip, and Lighting Technician. Stagecraft Tech: Stage Productions This course prepares students for entry-level jobs in the theatrical production industry. Hands-on training helps students gain necessary skills and knowledge to perform the many tasks involved in theater productions. Students learn set design, lighting principles, duties of occupations in theater production, props, sound, and special effects. Job titles that may be taught include: Set Decorator, Special Effects Specialist, Grip, Property Coordinator, and Sound Controller. 6
ROP Staff: Director: Jim Taite (626) 258-5812 Clerk II: Carmen Calderon (626) 258-5854 Consultant III, CWD/ROP LACOE: Sarah Vielma (562) 922-6850 ROP Office Contact Numbers: Arroyo High School (626) 258-5369 El Monte High School (626) 258-5034 Mountain View High School (626) 258-4741 Rosemead High School (626) 258-5423 South El Monte High School (626) 258-5623 Counselor: Mountain View Arroyo Counselor: El Monte South El Monte Counselor: Rosemead Technician: AHS EMHS MVHS Technician: RHS SEMHS MVHS Angie Badillo Monday, Wednesday, & Friday Tuesday & Thursday Denise DeRobles Monday & Thursday Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Anthony Martinez Monday & Tuesday Felipa Perez Monday & Wednesday Tuesday & Friday Thursday Mary Salcedo Wednesday & Friday Monday & Thursday Tuesday For additional information please visit the College & Career Center page on school loop and lacorop.org 7