Riverside City College Classes
Riverside City College
Here are the Tuition-Free certificates and classes Riverside City College will offer this Spring!
Look below for details on Noncredit Certificates:
- Food Service Career
- Graphic Design and Promotional Printing Entrepreneur
- Intro to Python Programming
- Microsoft Office Specialist
- Sales Technique
- Successful Career Transitions
Food Service Career & Certification Preparation Noncredit Certificate
This program is designed for those wishing to enter the food service industry as an
entry level cook or for those in the Riverside City College Cook and Pastry Apprenticeship
Program. These courses teach the fundamentals of safety and sanitation, menu planning,
food cost accounting, purchasing and receiving, and food preparation.
Required courses to earn certificate: CUL-850, CUL-825, CUL-826, CUL-827, CUL-828A,
CUL 828B, CUL 824, CUL 842
(Note: This course is one of the eight courses required to complete the Food Service
Career & Certification Preparation Certificate. More courses in this certificate program
will be offered in future terms.)
International Cuisine
CUL-842 - Section #47184 (In-Person)
Feb 13 - Jun 9, 2023
Tuesdays, 4:30 - 4:55 pm (Class)
Tuesdays, 5 - 8:05 pm (Lab)
To understand the overall concept of purchasing and receiving practices in quality
food service operations. To apply knowledge of quality standards and regulations governing
food products to the purchasing function. To receive and store food and non-food items
properly. 30 lecture hours.
Graphic Design and Promotional Printing Entrepreneur Noncredit Certificate
The certificate provides students with an understanding of the design process, Adobe
Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and promotional printing processes. The knowledge and
competencies covered in this program will enable the prospective students to function
as entrepreneurs in the graphic design and promotional printing industries.
Required courses to earn certificate: ADM-801, ADM-802, ADM-803, ADM-804
(Note: Certificates can be completed in a single term or over the course of several
terms, subject to availability.)
Adobe Photoshop for Graphic Design and Printing Entrepreneur
ADM-803 - Section #48049 (In-Person)
Apr 19 - May 10, 2023
Wednesdays, 6 - 9:50 pm (Class + Lab)
A short course that focuses on the introductory image manipulation using Adobe Photoshop
for graphic design and printing entrepreneurs.
Promotional Printing for Graphic Design and Printing Entrepreneur
ADM-803 - Section #48049 (In-Person)
May 17 - Jun 7, 2023
Wednesdays, 6 - 9:50 pm (Class + Lab)
A short course that focuses on the introductory promotional printing techniques and
press operations for graphic design and printing entrepreneurs.
Introduction to Python Programming Noncredit Certificate
The Python programming certificate is a certificate for the general introduction to
the Python programming language. The certificate introduces the Python programming
language, decision control structures and iterative control structures of the Python
language. The certificate includes working with arrays and functions in the Python
programming language. May lead to potential employment as a Python programmer.
Required courses to earn certificate: CIS-830, CIS-831, CIS-832
(Note: Certificates can be completed in a single term or over the course of several
terms, subject to availability.)
Introduction to Python Programming: Part 2 (Two sections available!)
CIS-831 - Section #47123 (Online)
Mar 27 - May 6, 2023
CIS-831 - Section #48013 (Online)
Mar 27 - May 6, 2023
Advisory: CIS-830
Introduction to decision and iteration statements used in the Python programming
language to further advance the student in developing business, gaming, scientific
and mathematical applications.
Introduction to Python Programming: Part 3 (Two sections available!)
CIS-832 - Section #47124 (Online)
May 6 - Jun 9, 2023
CIS-832 - Section #48014 (Online)
May 6 - Jun 9, 2023
Advisory: CIS-831
Introduction to functions, arrays and file input/output statements used in the Python
programming language to further advance the student in developing business, gaming,
scientific and mathematical applications.
Microsoft Office Specialist Noncredit Certificate
This certificate will provide students short-term preparation and business computer
application skills needed in multiple fields with the goal of increasing employability.
The content provides a review of the major software applications used business. Students
completing the certificate courses are prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist
certification examinations. Topics covered include identification exam task domains
for the Microsoft Office Word Expert, Excel Expert, PowerPoint Core and Access Core
or Outlook Core exams, preparation and strategies for successfully completing each
of the certification exams, and the use of exam practice software to gauge exam readiness.
Passing three required and one elective Microsoft Office Specialist exam demonstrates
a high level of skill and productivity within a defined exam timeframe and earns Microsoft
Office Specialist Master Certification and digital badging recognized in industry.
Required courses to earn certificate: CAT-841, CAT-842, CAT-843, CAT-844 or CAT-845
(Note: Certificates can be completed in a single term or over the course of several
terms, subject to availability.)
Microsoft Office Excel - Expert Exam Preparation (Two sections available! Winter or
Spring!)
CAT-842 - Section #47046 (Online)
Apr 17 - Jun 9, 2023
Advisory: Previous experience using Microsoft Excel to create, manage, and distribute
spreadsheets, customize the Excel environment, and use templates, financial charts
and table.
Certification exam preparation structured to meet the guidelines established by Microsoft
for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel Expert exam. Software and training
tools will be utilized to provide computer-based preparation and practice for the
MOS Excel Expert exam. The course provides students, educators, accountants, financial
analysts, data analysts, and business information workers training and practice to
apply skills to the advanced features of Excel for enhanced productivity, data analysis,
financial charts, tables, and inventory schedules. A single, free Microsoft Office
Excel Expert Exam will be administered at the end of the course.
Sales Technique Noncredit Certificate
The Sales Techniques Certificate provides students with an understanding of how to
effectively leverage various communication techniques and mediums to identify leads,
work directly with decision makers, and close deals. The important sales techniques
that students acquire will allow them to build lasting, long-term and mutually beneficial
relationships with clients. These foundational sales techniques will enable student
to get a job in sales or marketing or advance in their current career. This certificate
also serves as a gateway into other noncredit and credit programs.
Required courses to earn certificate: PDS-814, PDS-815
(Note: Certificates can be completed in a single term or over the course of several
terms, subject to availability.)
Closing Techniques that Win the Sale
PDS-814 - Section #47278 (Online)
Apr 24 - May 6, 2023
In any selling situation obstacles have to be overcome before a buying decision is
reached. Learn to resolve objection effectively through a process that involves careful
listening along with positive factual responses to buyer concerns. Learn techniques
to address customers' emotional needs, get past the obstacles preventing them from
buying, and build long-term customer relationships.
Winning Sales Scripts
PDS-815 - Section #47279 (Online)
May 8 - 20, 2023
More and more sales are now being done "inside" with salespersons contacting perspective
buyers using the phone and email. Learn how to maximize this revenue source and increase
the effectiveness of "inside" sale using scripts.
Successful Career Transitions Noncredit Certificate
The Successful Career Transitions certificate will provide students with the skills
they need to successfully seek and obtain a new job. Students will learn to evaluate
the job market and their own workplace skills, conduct a strategic job search, effectively
network, write a persuasive cover letter and resume, and employ effective interview
techniques.
Required courses to earn certificate: PDS-818 and ONE of either of the following courses:
PDS-809 or PDS-812
(Note: Certificates can be completed in a single term or over the course of several
terms, subject to availability.)
The Successful Job Search
PDS-818 - Section #47280 (Online)
May 22 - Jun 3, 2023
Students interested in getting a job or progressing in their current career will learn
essential skills for successful transitions in the workplace. Topics covered include
identifying job markets and industries, conducting a comprehensive job search, networking,
creating a resume and cover letter, and effective interview techniques.