Career Technical Education Viewbook 2022

Cypress College

Career Technical Education Programs Viewbook

careers.cypresscollege.edu

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Welcome to Cypress College Future Built Cypress College strives to offer all students a pathway to a brighter future.

Whether you plan to earn a certificate, get an associate degree, transfer for a bachelor’s degree, or learn skills and expertise to begin a new career, Cypress College will help you become a leader in your profession.

Buen Cypress Our promise: We take this journey together.

Cypress College exists for all students who can benefit from instruction.

We strive to offer all students a pathway to their future. We are a community — one connected by the possibility of a brighter future for all. Our faculty teach because their purpose is to inspire. Our staff and administrators serve because they’re passionate about helping students succeed. Cypress College is a place where people say hello and the smiles are genuine. We are stewards of the collaborative environment created by our founding faculty. Buen Cypress is our acknowledgment of the honor to carry that tradition forward.

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Career Technical Education

Administration of Justice

Automotive Technology T-TEN

Baking & Pastry

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Culinary Arts

Airline Customer Services

Automotive Collision Repair

Automotive Technology

Drone

Energy & Sustainable Tech

Flight Attendant

Food & Beverage Management

Homeland Security

Hospitality Management

Pilot

Admission Information

Financial Aid 3

Career Technical Education at Cypress College 4

Our Education Program Welcome to the award-winning career education programs at Cypress College! Whether you are a high school student thinking about a technical career, a transfer student working on an industry-related degree, an adult re-entry student looking for work-based skills, a veteran seeking retraining, or you are just hoping to find a new career opportunity, we invite you to build your future with us.

Living wage for a family in California

Salary with Associate Degree

$60,771

$66,000

Career Technical Education ($29.22/hour) 2 parents with one working adult, 2 children Source: CA Budget Project

General Education

$38,500

Source: Salary Surfer, 115 CA Community Colleges

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Administration of Justice

Program Overview The Administration of Justice Associate in Science for Transfer Degree (AJ AST) prepares you for specialized careers in criminal justice, corrections, forensic science, critical incident response, emergency management, security and loss prevention, law enforcement, human relations, procedural reporting, and homeland security. Classes offer hands-on, real-life approaches to learn about social and community issues in the ethics and professionalization of the justice system. After completing the AJ AST, you will be prepared to transfer and major in criminal justice.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions • Law Enforcement $56,939 - $113,548 • Homeland Security $55,177- $193,761 • Criminal Investigators $71,456 - $113,061 • Special Agents $71,456 - $113,061

• Intelligence Analysts $71,456 - $151,705 • Lawyers $66,378 - $309,312 • Educators $53,067 - $189,272 • Military $53,067- $189,272

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Captain Ed Valdez

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Department Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: evaldez@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7253

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Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Program Overview Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration, and Automation/ Environmental Controls industries keep vital temperature and air control, from product storage to manufacturing facilities to everyday comfort. Learn technology to establish and maintain systems for multiple environments. Government labor statistics and industry leaders project steady job growth for many years to come due to expanding technologies and an aging workforce — so strong that a shortage exists for qualified, knowledgeable people.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions • Industrial Refrigeration $65,068- $103,227 • Property Management $51,000 - $155,500 • Building Automation Contractors $73,714 - $152,500 • Engineering Consultation $78,896 - $118,500

• Wholesalers $34,830 - $48,171 • Project Management $82,954 - $123,500 • HVAC Estimator $65,528 - $106,000 • Service Companies $52,907 - $75,699

• Equipment Manufacturing $42,055- $109,164 • Certified Building Commissioning Professional $58,476 - $90,000 • AC & R Mechanics/Installers/ Technicians $33,159 - $99,638

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Richard Hock

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Department Chair

Career Details:

Email: rhock@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7256

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Airline Customer Services

Program Overview The

Airline

Customer

Service,

Airport

Operations,

and Aviation Management Programs prepare you for employment and advancement as an airline customer service agent, operations agent, or aviation management professional. These programs give you the foundation skills, practical knowledge, communication skills, and technical training necessary for pursuing and advancing a career in the aviation industry. You will learn key tips from industry professionals about how to be successful in the competitive hiring process, in the rigorous training, and in advancing your career.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions • Airline Operations Agent $47,888 - $87,000 • Ramp Agent $26,814 - $42,274 • Customer Service Ticket Agent $38,073 - $73,441

• Airfield Operations Specialist $34,073 - $99,569 • Airport Operations $38,073 - $99,569 • Aviation Management $60,067 - $136,000

• At all major airlines, including: Alaska, American, Cathay Pacific, Delta, Emirates, JetBlue, JetSuite, SkyWest, Southwest, United, Hallmark Aviation, Swissport Aviation, and more.

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Captain Ed Valdez

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Department Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: evaldez@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7253

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Automotive Collision Repair Program Overview Earn a great living in the field of automotive collision repair, refinishing, and detailing. The Automotive Collision Repair Program prepares you for employment as a collision repair technician; frame and structural alignment technician; or automotive refinisher. You will learn both computerized and handwritten damage appraisal. Automotive refinishing classes give you the latest environmentally friendly materials for the trade. Detail training involves both interior and exterior care with an emphasis on the latest technologies and materials. MIG welding in various positions will prepare you to take the ICAR certification test. Instructors guide hands-on practice in all areas of automotive collision repair under simulated on-the-job conditions. The program offers an Associate in Science degree and several certificate options and is ICAR/NATEF/IDA certified.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions Auto body shops and beyond such as Chip Foose Designs, Toyota/ Lexus Dealerships, BMW Dealerships, Caliber Collision Center, Toyota Design Center, Fix Collision Center, Knott’s Berry Farm, Disneyland, AzkoNobel Car Refinishes, Sherwin Williams Automotive Finishes, and AAA. Median Salary Range: $47,588 - $85,460

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Larry Ramos

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Department Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: lramos@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7251

Gainful Employment Report web.cypresscollege.edu/gainfulemployment

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Automotive Technology

Program Overview Earn a great living as an Automotive Technician. Cypress College provides state-of-the art, hands-on automotive diagnosis and repair education and training. The general automotive and T-TEN programs are NATEF-certified.

The general program includes pathways for employment at new vehicle dealers and independent repair facilities.

You can find Subaru technician and electric/hybrid vehicle technician pathways, too. The T-TEN program is a cohort program with Toyota, with specific coursework and paid internship time at a Toyota or Lexus dealer.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions Independent Repair Facilities; Toyota/Lexus Dealers, Subaru Dealers, Quick Service Facilities. Cypress students are also employed at almost all major dealers including Jaguar/Land Rover, Honda, Hyundai, BMW, Ford, GM, and FCA. • Vehicle Maintenance Technician

• Master Technician

• Line Technician

• Master Diagnostic/Lead Technician

Median Salary Range: $45,940 - $82,133

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Marty Orozco

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Department Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: lorozco@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7485

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Automotive Technology T-TEN

Program Overview The Toyota T-TEN program at Cypress College is a cooperative two-year college level training program.

The program is designed to enhance the technical and professional competency of the incoming Toyota and Lexus dealership technician. This program includes classroom and laboratory sessions on up-to-date Toyota and Lexus vehicles and components as well as work experience at a Toyota and Lexus dealership. Specialized subjects covered in the classroom and laboratory at the college are followed by work experience in the dealership. Cypress College starts a Toyota T-TEN class at the beginning of every summer session.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions Independent Repair Facilities; Toyota/Lexus Dealers, Subaru Dealers, Quick Service Facilities. Cypress students are also employed at almost all major dealers including Jaguar/Land Rover, Honda, Hyundai, BMW, Ford, GM, and FCA. • Vehicle Maintenance Technician

• Master Technician

• Line Technician

• Master Diagnostic/Lead Technician

Median Salary Range: $45,940 - $82,133

Additional Information Curriculum and Courses on the web: careers.cypresscollege.edu Career Details: careeronestop.org Gainful Employment Report

Contact Us Marty Orozco Department Coordinator Email: lorozco@cypresscollege.edu Phone: (714) 484-7245

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Baking

Program Overview The Cypress College School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management on the Anaheim Campus offers an ideal setting for students to engage in a hands-on education experience. You’ll study baking and pastry arts fundamentals through a learn-by-doing approach.

Experienced and passionate faculty will teach employable skills to prepare you for a career or future studies, and you will have a chance to participate in the Cypress Bistro, a student-run restaurant.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions The School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management partners closely with Orange County hospitality industry employers. Hotel employment partners include: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, Hyatt Regency Orange County, Anaheim Marriott, Fairfield Inn by Marriott, Disneyland Resort Hotels, Great Wolf Lodge, Irvine Marriott, Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, Pelican Hill Resort, Renaissance Newport Beach, Ayers Hotels, Surf and Sand Resort, and more. Food & Beverage employment partners include Aramark Gastronome at CSU Fullerton, Sodexho Disney cast member cafeteria, Fairview Commons MBK Senior Living, Jay’s Catering, House of Blues Live Nation, Young’s Market, St. Jude Hospital, Hyatt, Marriott, Pelican Hill, Disneyland Resort, Cellar, Vaca, Pueblo, Urban Plates, and many more.

• Baker $25,553 - $47,869

Additional Information Curriculum and Courses on the web:

• Pastry Chef $38,925 - $108,434

Contact Us

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Stephanie Rosati

Career Details:

Program Chef

careeronestop.org

Email: srosati@cypresscollege.edu

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Phone: (714) 808-4552

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Culinary Arts Program Overview The Culinary Arts program provides students with fundamentals in the methods of food safety, handling, cooking, and culinary management. Coursework will expose you to various styles of cuisines and proper use of culinary applications and equipment. You will receive working knowledge that will fast-track your culinary management potential. Our culinary program is not just a cooking school; we are an accredited Hospitality Management Program, offering certificates and associate degrees in Culinary Arts, with direct opportunities for transfer to Cal Poly Pomona and CSU Long Beach. You will receive a hands-on, stateofthe-art learning environment designed to prepare students to become leaders in the hospitality and culinary industry.

The program also offers job opportunities with local hospitality employers, and training at Cypress Bistro, our student-run restaurant.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions The School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management partners closely with Orange County hospitality industry employers. Hotel employment partners include: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, Hyatt Regency Orange County, Anaheim Marriott, Fairfield Inn by Marriott, Disneyland Resort Hotels, Great Wolf Lodge, Irvine Marriott, and Hyatt Regency Newport Beach.

• Chef $27,123 - $108,434

• Head Cook $27,123 - $108,434

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Jeremy Peters

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Program Chef

Career Details:

Email: jpeters@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 808-4555

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Drone (UAV/UAS) Program Overview Cypress College was the first California community college to offer the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle/Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone) Associate in Science Degree. Unmanned Aircraft Systems offer new business and career opportunities for remote pilots. You will learn about drone operations, the emerging unmanned field, innovative developments, and effective use of the unmanned system on land, in the air, and in space.

Courses examine such challenges as communications, education, and training; propulsion and power; teaming; and FAA regulations.

In short, we have three primary goals: • To prepare students to succeed in the competitive hiring process • To prepare students to pass the rigorous training requirements and FAA exams • To provide college credit toward certificates, degrees, and transfers that will prepare students for career advancement opportunities.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions Graduates of the program may find employment at leading technology businesses, news channels, sports franchises, and commercial enterprises.

• Drone Pilot $58,809 - $133,938

• Electro-mechanical Technicians $38,572 - $103,810

• UVA Pilot $71,794 - $189,000

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Captain Ed Valdez

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Department Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: evaldez@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7253

Gainful Employment Report web.cypresscollege.edu/gainfulemployment

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Energy & Sustainable Technology

Program Overview The Energy and Sustainable Technology program prepares students for employment in the emerging industry of sustainable energy technologies. You’ll get practical skills to develop career paths in geothermal, wind, solar, and sustainable energy. Teachers give you practice in all areas of energy technology maintenance and repair in on-the-job conditions. Government labor statistics and industry leaders project sustained growth of jobs in this industry for many years to come due to expanding technologies and an aging workforce. Job growth is strong for qualified, knowledgeable people.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions People who finish the program find work as: Wind, Solar & Geothermal Contractors; Renewable Energy Contractors; Sustainable Ecosystems Contractors; Engineering Consultants; and positions with Environmental Agencies.

• Geothermal Technologies Technician $27,249 - $80,685 • Solar Technologies Technician $32,125 - $96,967

• Wind Energy Technician $37,221 - $100,499 • Energy Technology Maintenance & Technician $56,287 - 104,500

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Richard Hock

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Program Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: rhock@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7256

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Flight Attendant Program Overview Cypress College has been successfully training flight attendants since 1967. Students learn important tips from industry professionals on how to advance their careers, as they learn about airline terminology and operations, passenger service and safety, Federal Aviation Regulations, cultural tourism, travel resources, security, international documentation, first aid, CPR/AED, and emergency procedures.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions At all major airlines, including: Alaska, American, Cathay Pacific, Compass, Delta, Emirates, JetBlue, SkyWest, Southwest, United, Hallmark Aviation, Swissport Aviation, and more.

• Flight Attendant Median Salary Range: $35,203 - $80,453

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Captain Ed Valdez

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Department Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: evaldez@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 484-7253

Gainful Employment Report web.cypresscollege.edu/gainfulemployment

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Food & Beverage Management

Program Overview The Food and Beverage Management program provides students with a broad and thorough foundation in restaurant management, beverage operations, managed food services, and special events. Your classes will emphasize the role of guest services, effective oral and written communication, teamwork, management and leadership strategies, ethical decision-making, and critical thinking, to prepare for a career in the thriving restaurant and food service industry.

The program also offers experienced and passionate faculty in small classes with student interaction, job opportunities with local hospitality employers, and Cypress Bistro, our student-run restaurant.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions Aramark Gastronome at CSU Fullerton, Sodexo Disney Cast Member Cafeteria, Fairview Commons MBK Senior Living, Jay’s Catering, House of Blues Live Nation, Young’s Market, St. Jude Hospital, Hyatt, Marriott, Pelican Hill, Disneyland Resort, Cellar, Vaca, Pueblo, and Urban Plates.

• Food & Beverage Managers $51,806 - $77,173

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Amanda Gargano

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Culinary Arts Instructor

Career Details:

Email: agargano@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 808-4553

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Homeland Security

Program Overview The Homeland Transportation Security Certificate offers the theory and application of procedures in homeland protection, transportation security, law enforcement, incident management systems, and disaster preparedness.

Homeland Security employees secure our borders, airports, seaports, and waterways. They research and develop the latest security technologies, respond to natural disasters or terrorist assaults, analyze intelligence reports, and much more. In the program, you will learn the basic principles of responding to terrorist activity and managing transportation security — including airports, rail transportation and deep port security, and preparing for natural disasters.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions • Seaport Security $47,604 - $106,500 • Homeland Security $73,764 - $193,761 • Citizenship & Immigration Services $56,444 - $108,979

• Special Agents $46,732 - $95,000 • Customs & Border Protection $52,156 - $140,292 • U.S. Coast Guard $63,323 - $126,820

Additional Information Curriculum and Courses on the web: careers.cypresscollege.edu Career Details: careeronestop.org Gainful Employment Report

• Transportation Security Administration $53,938 - $109,112 • U.S. Secret Service $50,000 - $100,000 • Federal Emergency Management $76,688 - $156,804

Contact Us Captain Ed Valdez Department Coordinator Email: evaldez@cypresscollege.edu Phone: (714) 484-7253

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Hospitality Management

Program Overview The Cypress College School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management program is in the heart of the Anaheim Resort District where hospitality employers offer field trips, scholarships, guest speakers, internships, jobs, and career growth opportunities. Passionate and experienced faculty provide advising, mentoring, and connections to career employment and university transfer. Small class sizes with hands-on learning prepares students to become 32

What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions Hotel Management students are in high demand with our many employment partners including Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, Hyatt Regency Orange County, Anaheim Marriott, Fairfield Inn by Marriott, Disneyland Resort Hotels, Great Wolf Lodge, Irvine Marriott, Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, Pelican Hill Resort, Renaissance Newport Beach, Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, Ayers Hotels, Surf and Sand Resort, and many more.

• Hospitality, hotel, and lodging managers $51,283 - $111,703

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Lisa Clark

careers.cypresscollege.edu

Program Coordinator

Career Details:

Email: lclark@cypresscollege.edu

careeronestop.org

Phone: (714) 808-4551

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Pilot Program Overview Cypress College has been successfully training pilots since 1967. We have paved the way in using leading-edge technology that enables you to practice with realistic simulations, reducing the costs associated with pilot training. Through ground-training and flight simulations, you can train to become a professional pilot or fly for fun.

This program is challenging yet rewarding; it will push you to be the best that you can be. Our instructors are experienced professionals who either currently work or have worked extensively in the industry with many of the leading airlines. With the knowledge you acquire as you advance in our program, it is possible for you to get a job in the aviation industry as you progress into becoming a professional airline pilot.

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What are my schedule options?

Students can attend part-time or full-time. Full-time students typically take 15-19 units per semester. Classes are either on-campus or on-campus and online (hybrid).

Where students work & job positions • Commercial Pilot $55,049 - $201,822 • Co-Pilot

$98,764 - $324,163

• Pilot $98,764 - $324,163 • Flight Engineer $98,764 - $324,163

At all major airlines, including: Alaska, American, Cathay Pacific, Compass, Delta, Emirates, JetBlue, SkyWest, Southwest, United, Hallmark Aviation, South Bay Aviation, Gulfstream, Swissport Aviation and more.

Additional Information

Contact Us

Curriculum and Courses on the web:

Captain Ed Valdez

careers.cypresscollege.edu Career Details: careeronestop.org

Department Coordinator Email: evaldez@cypresscollege.edu Phone: (714) 484-7253

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Apply Now Who May Apply

1. Apply Online • New and returning* students apply to the college at cypresscollege.edu • Continuing students do not need to reapply. * Students are considered returning students if they have previously enrolled at

Admission to Cypress College is governed by

Cypress College but have not attended for one or more semesters, or have attended

the laws of the State of California and such

another U.S. college or university

supplementary regulations as have been prescribed by the Board of Trustees.

2. Financial Aid • Apply for Financial Aid at fafsa.gov or the California Dream Application (for eligible

The following people are eligible to enroll in

AB 540 students) at dream.csac.ca.gov

Cypress College:

• The Financial Aid Office is located on the 1st floor of the Cypress College Complex,

• Any high school graduate.

room 120.

• Any person possessing a California high

• Visit the Financial Aid website at cypresscollege.edu/Financial-Aid/

school proficiency certificate.

(next page to know more about Financal Aid)

• Any person eighteen years of age or older who may benefit from instruction.

3. Register for Classes

• Any K–12 student who qualifies for the Special Admit Program.

• Students receive registration appointments by email and can view their time

cypresscollege.edu/admissions-records

on myGateway’s “Check Registration Appointment” under Registration tools on the

registrationenrollment

student tab.

• Fees are due at the time of registering and can be paid by debit or credit card on myGateway • Check/money order payments can be mailed, placed in the drop box or made in person.

• Cash payments must be made in person

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Financial Aid

Steps to create an FSA ID:

What is Financial Aid?

1. Visit fsaid.ed.gov, or if on fafsa.gov, click to link to

Financial Aid is designed to help students pay for college

create an FSA ID

expenses including tuition and fees, room and board, books

2. Create a username and password, and enter your e-mail

and supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous costs. At

address.

Cypress College we offer several types of financial aid, such

3. Enter your name, date of birth, Social Security number,

as grants, work study, loans, fee waiver, and scholarships.

contact information, and challenge questions and

The amount of financial aid a student receives is determined

answers.

through federal, state, and institutional guidelines.

4. Review your information, read, and accept the terms and conditions.

Why should I submit a Finacial Aid Application?

5. Confirm your e-mail address using the secure code

Submitting a FAFSA or Dream Act Application is the first step

that is sent to the e-mail address you entered when you

to getting financial assistance to pay for college. Financial

created your FSA ID. Once you verify your e-mail address,

Aid programs are awarded to eligible studets to help pay

you can use it instead of your username to log in to the

their college expenses such as tuition and fee, books and

websites.

supplies, and other miscellaneous costs.

Need help filling out your FAFSA or Dream Application?

FAFSA CA DREAM ACT Must be U.S Citizen or Legal Undocumented Resisdent Permanant Resident Must have valid SSN No valid SSN (DACA student) Must obtain high school Must obtain high school diploma or GED diploma or GED Name on FAFSA must match Name on Dream Act must your SSN card match your birth certificate

The Cypress College Financial Aid Office will be holding annual FAFSA/Dream Act Workshops to assist students and parents with completing their financial aid applications

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Cypress College (714) 484-7004 9200 Valley View St. Cypress, CA 9630-5897

Cypress College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, (10 Commercial Blvd., Ste. 204, Novato, CA 94949, 1-415-506-0234, Fax 1-415-506-0238, https://www.acswasc.org), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. The College Catalog is a publication of the Cypress College Office of Instruction

JoAnna Schilling, Ph.D., President, Cypress College North Orange County Community College District — Dr. Cheryl Marshall, Chancellor Board of Trustees: Ryan Bent, Stephen T. Blount, Jeffrey P. Brown, Barbara Dunsheath, Ed Lopez, Molly McClanahan, and Jacqueline Rodarte; and Student Trustees The North Orange County Community College District, in compliance with all applicable Federal and Stae laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. The District is also committed to maintaining campuses that are free of harassment, drugs, and alcohol. A copy of the District’s full policy on non-discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault treatment and counseling, and maintenance of a drug-free environment is available in the District’s Human Resources Office.

This book is funded by the Federal Perkins IV Grant in support of Career Technical Education Programs 38