About the Program
The Employment Skills Training (EST) program provides a tailored course of study in a wide variety of career fields. Students who need only brief training to meet industry standards for employment may be possible EST candidates. Program plans are developed collaboratively between staff and students, designed to maximize each student’s readiness for employment in their chosen field. Students learn skills for in-demand occupations through a combination of academic courses and on-the-job training. Plans may include a wide selection of credit courses.
Students earn a portion of their program credits through training at local business sites. Credits earned in this program may be applied to other RCC certificates or degrees. Students should be aware that criminal background checks or additional liability insurance might be required in certain fields. EST is not eligible for financial aid as a stand-alone program.
Program Learning Outcomes
The curriculum in RCC courses is derived from a set of identified learning outcomes that are relevant to the discipline. Program outcomes for the Employment Skills Training Certificate are:
Perform skills related to chosen occupation goal.
Demonstrate industry standards for employability skills at a worksite.
Entry Requirements
Students must submit a completed Employment Skills Training (EST) 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.
Advance 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 Employment 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.
