Oct 14, 2024  
2024-25 RCC Catalog 
    
2024-25 RCC Catalog

Occupational Skills Training


About the Program

The Occupational Skills Training (OST) one-year certificate program provides a combination of academic study and hands-on training in any one of a variety of specific occupations. Students earn approximately half their program credits through training at local business sites. Almost any occupation can be addressed providing the following conditions are met: 1) There are jobs currently available in the selected field; 2) there is an appropriate training site available in the community; 3) the occupational goal is appropriate to the program length of one year; and 4) there is no overlap with existing RCC programs (trainings may overlap for students in special circumstances as approved by program personnel). RCC program staff will assist students in assessing possible occupations.

Customized learning goals for hands-on training are developed for each student by program faculty. These goals are chosen with care to ensure students’ preparation for entry-level employment in the specific occupation of choice. Student progress is evaluated by RCC faculty with input from training site supervisors. Required academic coursework includes general education courses to increase knowledge of basic skills common to all work environments. Students are also required to take elective coursework related to their chosen occupational goals. Credits earned in this program may be applied to the Associate of General Studies degree. The OST program by itself is not financial aid eligible.

The curriculum in RCC courses is derived from a set of identified learning outcomes that are relevant to the discipline. Program learning outcomes for the Occupational Skills Training Certificate include:

Gain work experience and references.

Train targets skills needed for employment.

Learn job skills on a work site.

Entry Requirements

Students must submit a completed Occupational Skills Training (OST) application to program staff to be considered for acceptance into the program. Students are required to complete the Placement Process to determine skill level and readiness in math, reading, and writing. As part of their training program, students must begin with the courses within their skill level as determined through the Placement Process. In addition, students may also enroll in classes that would increase their employability and success. Criminal background checks and/or professional liability insurance are required for some occupations.

Advanced Standing

Coursework from accredited colleges and universities will be accepted in accordance with college policies. Individual courses may be challenged based on the student’s life experience or knowledge. Arrangements may be made on an individual basis with the instructor teaching the course to determine specific challenge procedures.

Graduation Requirements

A certificate in Occupational Skills Training will be awarded to students who complete all courses in this program with a grade of “C-” or better. Certain required courses are graded on a pass/no pass basis only. A grade of “P” for these courses indicates a student earned the equivalent of a “C-” or better grade.

Prerequisites


Total Prerequisite Credits: 0-4


General Education and Elective Requirements


Approved Electives


Total General Education and Elective Credits: 18-30


Work-based Training Courses


Total Work-Based Training Courses: 18-30


Total Program Credits: 36-60


Notes:


1 Approved Computer Information Science or Computer Science class, CIS 120  / CS120 or above, or documented computer proficiency within the past ten years. Contact a computer science advisor to help determine placement.

2 Students who have successfully completed the 3-credit version of BT 113  will have met this requirement.

3 Courses must be pre-approved on a training plan by the OST department and courses must be 100-level or above related to career direction.

4 Minimum 18 credits based on approved training plan and supervised by OST faculty.

For more information contact the Occupational Skills Department:


Grants Pass or Medford: 541-956-7500

Email: OccupationalSkillsInfo@roguecc.edu

Web address: www.roguecc.edu/OST

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