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Coastline College’s Career Education
(CE) division empowers lifelong success by offering career-focused programs and certifications that lead to high-paying, high-demand careers. Our programs give students the tools and training they need to become exceptional employees, managers, and leaders in the global economy.
WHY CAREER EDUCATION?
The most in-demand jobs in the U.S. require specialized training and employers want graduates ready to get to work. That’s where Career Education comes in. Whether you’re just starting college, looking to advance your current career, or planning to transfer to a fouryear university, career education is the opportunity you need to live the life you want.
Many of Coastline’s programs offer “stackable certificates” which are a great way to build an impressive resume before graduating and increase your value in the job market. For example, completing certificates in IT Foundation, IT Support Specialist, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, and Cybersecurity all add up to a 60unit associate degree in Cybersecurity. Contact your program of interest for more information.
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65% of all future jobs will require more than a high school diploma.
Coastline College Career Education offers training in 17 programs that lead to a wide variety of high-paying, in-demand occupations.
All of Coastline’s career education programs can be taken completely online, making it easier than ever to secure the degree or certificate you need to succeed! Check with your program of interest for more information.
Students choose Coastline College because it is flexible, accommodating, and supportive, offering extensive educational options, convenient locations, and a reputation for excellence.
Career Education Programs Accounting 4 Aging Studies 6 Building Codes Technology 8 Business 10 Business Computing 12 Computer Information Systems 14 Computer Service Technology 16 Criminal Justice 18 Cybersecurity 20 Digital Media Design 22 Educational Studies 24 Emergency Management 26 Food and Nutrition 28 Management 30 Paralegal Studies 32 Process Technology 34 Real Estate 36 Support Services 38 Paying for College 39 CONTENTS
Accounting professionals are in demand across many industries! Take advantage of Coastline’s flexible and affordable accounting program with seamless pathways to advanced degrees, CPA candidate status, and employable expertise.
Many accounting-related occupations are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor, meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years.1
ACCOUNTING
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree
Bookkeeping
General Accounting
Taxation
Certificate of Achievement
Bookkeeping
General Accounting
Taxation
Certificate of Specialization
Intermediate Accounting
Advanced Accounting
In partnership with the Orange County United Way and the Internal Revenue Service, Coastline accounting students can become IRS-certified and volunteer to prepare income tax returns for low-income, elderly citizens, and veterans through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA).
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Accountant $50,850-$139,000*
Tax Preparer $31,110-$96,870
Auditing Clerks $31,570-$74,970
*with more education and experience
COURSES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Accounting
QuickBooks
Managerial Accounting
Financial Accounting
Intermediate Accounting
Taxation
And more!
AGING STUDIES
Join an in-demand field while making a difference in people’s lives! Learn to help the fastest growing age group in the world (85+) while exploring the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging. Graduates find work in a variety of public and private settings, including area agencies on aging, social services agencies, housing authorities, long-term care and recreation facilities, and others.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Arts Degree Aging Studies
Certificate of Achievement Aging Studies
Many occupations related to aging studies are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
Coastline and CSU Long Beach have a partnership that allows up to 6 units to be applied directly to CSULB’s 15-unit Gerontology Minor!
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Medical and Health Services Managers
$62,390-$208,000*
Social and Human Service Assistants
$31,450-$73,490
Personal Care Aids $29,610-$36,300
*with more education and experience
COURSES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Gerontology
Biology of Aging
Psychology of Aging
Controversies and Ethical Issues in Aging
And more!
BUILDING CODES TECHNOLOGY
Ready to build an exciting future? Coastline’s Building Codes Technology (BCT) program can prepare you for in-demand careers in building inspection, building construction and supervision, permit technician, and more! Our comprehensive curriculum focuses on both commercial and residential buildings and is taught by industry professionals who incorporate the newest advancements in the field.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree
Building Codes
Certificate of Achievement
Building Codes
In 2022, the construction industry averaged more than 390,000 job openings per month – the highest level on record!2
Students get the training they need to take and pass the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), International Code Councils (ICC), and California Code licensure exams.
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Construction and Building Inspectors
$48,970 - $140,700
First-Line Supervisors of Construction
Trades $50,570 - $131,390
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $46,840 - $99,230
COURSES INCLUDE:
California Administrative Code (Title 24)
Framing Requirements of Building Code
Residential/Construction Blueprint
Reading
WorkBased Learning
Introduction to International Building Code
BUSINESS
Start your own business or climb the corporate ladder with a Coastline degree or certificate! Choose from 11 business specialties, learning the theories and skills you need to achieve your professional dreams. Save money and enjoy the flexibility of online courses.
Coastline’s business courses cover the fundamentals of business, management, critical thinking, small business management, e-business, and entrepreneurship.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree
General Business
Human Resources Management
Marketing
Associate of Science Degree for Transfer
Business Administration 2.0
Certificate of Achievement
Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management
General Business
Global Business
Human Resources Management
Marketing
Certificate of Accomplishment
Business Economics
Certificate of Specialization
Entrepreneurship Essentials
Entrepreneurship For Artists
Global Business Essentials
Project Management Essentials
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Many business careers, including operations managers, human resources specialists, and financial analysts, are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
General and Operations Managers
$53,170 - $208,000+
Human Resources Managers
$75,000 - $208,000+
Financial and Investment Analysts
$61,910 - $166,750+
COURSES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Business
Entrepreneurship and Small Business
Operations/Management
Introduction to Project Management
Personal Finance
Introduction to Marketing
BUSINESS COMPUTING
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Certificate of Achievement
Business Information Worker
Certificate of Accomplishment
Medical Administrative Office Technician
Medical Coding Specialist
Mobile Applications
Learn in-demand skills for a variety of growing fields and do it all from your computer! Take advantage of these affordable and flexible programs to learn a full range of computer, customer service, office procedure, and essential communication skills to help you succeed. Certificates can be earned entirely online!
Earn certificates in business information, customer service technology, medical administrative office technology, medical coding, and mobile applications.
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Most Business Computing-related occupations are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor, meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Administrative Services Managers
$60,250 - $190,070
Health Information Technologists
$39,820 - $132,960
Administrative Assistants
$30,080 - $61,910
COURSES INCLUDE:
Adobe Analytics
Customer Service/Soft Skills
Health Information Technology
Introduction to Windows Operating System
Medical Administrative Assistant
Mobile Application Development
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Get set for data-driven success and high job demand! Data analysts and programmers are in demand across industries! Learn how to access, analyze, synthesize, and facilitate action through information with program pathways in data analytics or data science.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree
Data Analytics
Certificate of Achievement
Data Analytics
Data Science
Certificate of Accomplishment
Introduction to Programming
Certificate of Specialization
Data Analytics
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Many occupations related to data and programming are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1 Employment of operations and research analysts (including data analysts) is projected to grow 23% from 2021 to 2031 nationally.1
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Data Scientists
$70,210-$205,510
Business Intelligence Analyst
$70,210-$205,510
Computer Systems Analysts
$68,900-$168,660
Computer and Information Systems
Managers are #6 on LinkedIn’s list of the top 20 highest-paying jobs in California.
COURSES INCLUDE:
Information Systems, Programming, and Database Management
Introduction to Data Analytics
Introduction to Python Programming
SQL Database Development
Systems Analysis and Design
Data Mining and Analytics (Data+)
COMPUTER SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
Coastline offers state-of-the-art computer labs and a testing center where students can take CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and Linux certification exams.
Take advantage of the growing demand for information technology professionals by building a solid foundation supporting a variety of cutting-edge technologies. Short-term certificates are a great way to upskill fast, while degree paths can lead to even more opportunities.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree
Cloud Computing
Information Technology
Certificate of Achievement
IT Foundation
Information Technology
Cloud Computing
Certificate of Accomplishment
Amazon Web Services Associate
IT Support Specialist
Red Hat Linux
Most computer and IT-related occupations are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Computer and Information Systems Managers $102,540-$208,000+
Software Developer $80,290-$208,000+
Information Technology Project Managers $48,080-$189,040
COURSES INCLUDE:
IT Fundamentals
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials)
Computer Networking Principles (Network+)
Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+)
And more!
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Join an exciting field and get ready to make a difference in your community! Learn about criminal justice, policing, investigation, criminal procedure, and law in a program designed to provide foundational professional knowledge for future law enforcement, legal, emergency, and security workers.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Arts Degree
Emergency Management/Homeland
Security: Criminal Justice
Certificate of Achievement
Emergency Management/Homeland
Security: Criminal Justice
According to the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 68,500 openings for police and detectives are projected nationally each year from 2021-2031.1
Half of the top ten cities with the most job openings for police are in California, including Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, San Francisco, and San Jose.3
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Police and Detective Supervisors
$100,240-$207,280
Detectives and Criminal Investigators
$64,610-$153,440
Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers
$64,610-$128,300
COURSES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Introduction to Policing
Criminal Law
Criminal Procedure
Criminal Investigation
Multicultural Studies in Criminal Justice
Protect and defend stored data while joining one of the fastest-growing fields in the country! Gain skills employers demand across industries, including digital forensics, incident response, penetration testing, and threat intelligence. Best of all, this program is offered completely online!
Cybersecurity will see massive growth in the coming years! Demand for information security analysts will increase 31% from 2019-2029, and demand for cybersecurity consultants will rise 28% from 2016-2026.1
CYBERSECURITY
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree
Cybersecurity
Certificate of Achievement
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Analyst
Certificate of Accomplishment
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Coastline’s Cybersecurity Program is a designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (NCAECD) by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security.
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Information Security Analyst
$77,750 - $208,000+
Information Security Engineer
$48,980 - $189,040
Penetration Tester $48,630 - $162,410
COURSES INCLUDE:
Network+
Introduction to Security
Introduction to Python Programming
Server+
DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN
Want to get paid for being creative? Coastline’s Digital Media Design program prepares students for entry-level positions in print, web, graphic design, image editing, animation, gaming, video, and related creative professions. Use industrystandard software to learn the principles of design while building a professional portfolio in hands-on, project-based courses.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Arts Degree
Digital Media Design
Certificate of Achievement
Digital Media Design
Certificate of Accomplishment
Digital Media: Animation and Gaming
Certificate of Specialization
Digital Media Production
Drone Photography and Videography
Project-based courses emphasize the development of technical skills and the generation of high-quality collateral that students can use to expand their professional portfolios and resumes.
Video game designers, photographers, video editors, and other digital media-related occupations are considered
“bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Web Designers $38,550 - $166,970
Special Effects Artists and Animators
$48,220 - $159,160
Graphic Designers $37,600 - $106,260
COURSES INCLUDE:
Digital Media Business Basics
Digital Media Design Principles
Digital Photography Using Photoshop
Drone Photography and Videography
EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
Get ready to inspire students and make a lasting difference in their lives in Coastline’s Educational Studies program. Nine certificate and degree specializations allow new and experienced teachers alike to build career competencies to find work and upskill fast.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Many teaching occupations are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
Associate of Arts Degree
Liberal Studies (for Teaching)
Associate of Arts Degree for Transfer
Elementary Teacher Education
Child and Adolescent Development
Certificate of Achievement
Educational Studies: ECE Unit Concentration
Educational Studies: General
Educational Studies: STEM: Instructional Technology Support Concentration
Educational Studies: STEM: Math Concentration
Educational Studies: STEM: Science Concentration
Educational Studies: Teach Your Career/Community College Teaching
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FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Computer Science Teachers, Post-secondary $77,910-$208,00+
Secondary School Teachers $60,670-$128,320
Elementary School Teachers $58,430-$125,180
TEACh3 is a FULLY ONLINE transfer program and pathway for Coastline students seeking a career in education. To view pathways and course details, visit Coastline’s TEACh3 page.
COURSES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Computers in Education:
Technology Proficiencies for Teachers
Introduction to Teaching and Learning in Diverse
Contemporary Classrooms
Family, School, and Community Partnerships
The Teaching Profession
Child Growth and Development
And more!
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Make a difference, save lives, and join a growing field! Government agencies and communities need more emergency-trained personnel than ever. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career with new skills, this specialized program prepares students to handle many types of emergencies.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Arts Degree
Emergency Management/Homeland Security: Criminal Justice
Emergency Management / Homeland Security
Certificate of Achievement
Emergency Management / Homeland Security
Certificate of Specialization
Homeland Security (TSA)
Demand for emergency management workers is projected to grow 8%-15% through 2028.1 In the Los Angeles/Orange County metro area, jobs in these fields can be found at city and county agencies, including airports and seaports, as well as large corporations and small businesses.
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Emergency Management Director
$80,200-$159,340*
Police and Sheriff Patrol Officers
$40,1900-$128,300
Firefighter $47,850-$123,750
*with more education and experience
COURSES INCLUDE:
Emergency Preparedness
Hazard Mitigation
Emergency Response
Disaster Recovery
Terrorism Studies
National Infrastructure Protection
Intelligence Analysis
Transportation/Border Security
Information Security
Public Health/Pandemics
Graduates find success in a variety of fields such as law enforcement, fire service, government, private security, health care, and other public safety/servicerelated occupations!
FOOD AND NUTRITION
Be on the forefront of preventive medicine and change lives! Take classes wherever you want with one of the few, fully accredited online nutrition and dietetics programs in the country! Gain the knowledge to become a registered dietitian/nutritionist, dietetic service supervisor, nutrition assistant, wellness coach, or nutritional care specialist.
Many preventive health and food-related occupations are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree for Transfer
Nutrition and Dietetics
Certificate of Achievement
Dietary Management
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Dietitians & Nutritionists
$47,590-$116,690*
Health Education Specialists
$38,960-$104,210
Fitness and Wellness Coordinators
$35,810-$69,560
*with more education and experience
Nutrition professionals are in-demand across a variety of settings, including skilled nursing, assisted living, and residential care facilities, wellness facilities, educational institutions, and more!
COURSES INCLUDE:
Nutrition
Food Safety and Sanitation
Global Perspectives of Food and Culture
Nutrition and Disease
Foodservice Management
Nutrition Through the Lifecycle
Work-based Learning in Nutrition
MANAGEMENT
Start a career or climb the corporate ladder while building leadership skills that are transferable to every industry. Become a better problem solver, a more effective communicator, and a team-oriented leader through Coastline’s affordable and convenient online programs. Specializations include general management, health care, and supply chain management.
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According to LinkedIn, management is the most in-demand job skill of 2023.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Science Degree
Management
Health Care Management
Supply Chain Management
Certificate of Achievement Management
Health Care Management
Supply Chain Management
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
General and Operations Managers
$53,170-$208,000+
Medical and Health Services Managers
$62,390-$208,000+
Supply Chain Managers $60,680-$167,840
COURSES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Business
Business Law
Principles of Management
Human Relations in Business
Human Resource Management
And more!
Many management occupations are considered “bright outlook” careers by the U.S. Department of Labor meaning demand is expected to grow rapidly over the next several years!1
PARALEGAL STUDIES
The verdict is in— paralegals are in demand! Launch a successful career in areas of law such as bankruptcy, corporate, criminal, real estate, family, immigration, and labor. Our American Bar Association-approved program will prepare you to assist with litigation, legal transcription, research, and more!
Under the supervision of an attorney, paralegals work in law offices, corporations, government agencies, non-profit legal aid, and other legal-related environments.
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Arts Degree
Paralegal Studies
Certificate of Achievement
Paralegal Studies
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FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Paralegals $39,310-$100,730
Legal Secretaries $38,210-$97,050
Court Clerks $37,720-$76,580
Demand for paralegals is expected to grow 18% in California from 2016 to 2026!1
COURSES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Paralegal Studies
Legal Procedure
Civil Litigation
Legal Analysis & Briefing
Legal Research
Legal Clinic Practicum
And more!
PROCESS TECHNOLOGY
Get the skills you need to find entry-level work as a process technician in a wide variety of manufacturing industries! Learn how to monitor and improve operations processes while gaining valuable knowledge of process chemistry, equipment operation, troubleshooting, communication, safety, and environmental principles.
Coastline instructors are leading industry professionals. They look forward to providing students with valuable skills they can use in the field.
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DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Associate of Arts Degree
Process Technology
Certificate of Achievement
Process Technology
Certificate of Accomplishment
Process Technology
When you train in the field of process technology, you become a prime candidate for jobs in refineries, power plants, chemical plants, pharmaceutical plants, paper mills, wastewater treatment plants, canneries/food production, waste management pipelines, and more.
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Manufacturing Engineer
$67,850-$162,770*
Industrial Engineering Technologist
$43,000-$99,210
Biofuels Processing Technician
$30,530-$99,950
*with more education and experience
COURSES INCLUDE:
Health, Safety, and Environment
Instrumentation
Introduction to Process Technology
Process Technology: Equipment - Systems - Operations
REAL ESTATE
Open doors to the career of your dreams! Learn applied real estate sales, property management, finance concepts, and innovative technology, such as using drones to showcase properties. Respected industry experts will teach you in a flexible, online, student-oriented environment.
Our program can prepare you for a range of occupations, including real estate appraisal, real estate finance and investments, property management, residential sales, and more!
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Certificate of Achievement
Real Estate Studies
Real Estate Broker
Certificate of Specialization
Real Estate Property Salesperson
Real Estate Lending and Mortgage Brokering
Coastline College is an approved provider of the pre-license/statutory course requirements for the California Department of Real Estate.
COURSES INCLUDE:
Real Estate Principles
California Mortgage Loan Brokering and Lending
Real Estate Legal Aspects
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Appraisal
Real Estate Finance
Real Estate Management
FUTURE CAREERS START HERE!
Real Estate Brokers $39,960-$208,000+
Real Estate Appraisers and Assessors
$48,970-$125,310
Real Estate Sales Agents
$30,130-$158,660
SUPPORT SERVICES
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Academic Counseling
Admissions Information
CalWORKs
Career Services
Extended Opportunity Program & Services (EOPS)
Financial Aid
Coastline Cares Pantry
Health Services
Mental Health Services
Online Library
UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS
Rising Tide Scholars
Scholarships
Special Programs and Services for Students with Disabilities
Student Equity and Achievement Program (SEA)
Student Success & Resource Centers
Transfer Services
Umoja Community
Undocumented Students
Veterans Resource Centers (VRC)
Coastline College provides equitable access to education for all of our students. In accordance with California law, AB 540 and the California Dream Act, undocumented students have access to resident tuition fees and financial aid. Dedicated services include:
Dream Resource Program
Mentorship
Workshops
Networking Opportunities
Community Resources
Career Exploration
Legal Clinics
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Financial Aid
Student Loans
Student Loan Repayment Resources
Scholarships
California Dream Act
California Promise Program
Federal Work-Study
And more!
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