The Workforce Development Board of Ventura County (WDBVC) and the Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) today announced the launch of a new joint job program designed to help Ventura County residents develop the skills they need to get in-demand, high-paying jobs.
The new career program will be offered at Ventura, Moorpark, and Oxnard Colleges, and include the following opportunities:
CNC Machinist and/or CNC Operator-Certificate of Achievement (Ventura College)
Computer Networking/Information Technology (CNIT)-Certificate of Achievement (Oxnard College)
Cybersecurity Administrator or Technical Support Specialist-Certificate of Achievement (Moorpark College)
“We are excited to partner with VCCCD to offer this new program,” said Dr. Norman Albances, Assistant Director of the WDBVC. “This program is designed to help Ventura County residents develop the skills they need to get in-demand, high-paying jobs. We know that many people struggle to make ends meet and find good-paying jobs. This program will help them get the financial assistance and support they need to succeed.”
“Our partnership with the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County and the California Workforce Development Board provides additional resources to advance educational and economic growth,” said Brenda Acomb Forbes, Director of Economic and Workforce Development, VCCCD. “Our county communities’ greatly benefit from this collaboration with the goal of creating jobs of our future. While VCCCD currently offers these skills and education, this partnership allows us to further expand our work.”
As Ventura County residents apply to the program, individuals will be assigned a Career Coordinator to assist with a comprehensive range of services, including financial aid assistance, job search support, resume writing assistance, interviewing skills training, and referrals to community resources. Completing the program will also help participants further their education to get placed in high-growth careers.
The Job Connect program officially launches July 5, 2023. Please visit jobconnectvc.org to apply.
For interviews:
Please contact Sheena Kennedy with Consortium Media.
Direct 805 202 9909 or [email protected]
The Workforce Development Board of Ventura County (WDBVC) is a public agency connecting Ventura County residents with employment opportunities and businesses to a ready workforce. The WDBVC provides various services, at no cost, including job training, job search assistance, and apprenticeship programs.
The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a community college district that serves Ventura County, California. VCCCD offers a variety of academic and career programs, including associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training.
