El Monte Union High School District

Regional Occupational Program

What is ROP? Today all students must be educated at high levels so they are prepared for both a skilled job and advanced post-secondary training. It is no longer a matter of "either/or." The Los Angeles County Office of Education and the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) strive to provide a star-quality program in career awareness, exploration, and preparation. These programs maintain high academic standards while exposing students to the potential opportunities in the adult world of work. Participation in ROP will enhance student’s career opportunities. ROP training provides students with self-satisfaction and a sense of pride as well as entry-level job skills to obtain,

maintain, and advance in their chosen career area.

2012 - 2013 Catalog of Programs (After-School)

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ROP was established in July of 1974 by the Los Angeles

County Board of Education and the Los Angeles County

Office of Education and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and

Colleges (WASC).

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Description of Courses:

Work Experience (CC/CVE)

Business Information Technology

This one-semester course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs utilizing the PC.

Students will increase their knowledge of computer concepts and receive hands-on training in

word processing, data entry, spreadsheet, database management, and integrated applications.

Students also gain experience utilizing software to design and produce quality images,

documents, and presentations.

ROP classes are designed to provide academic studies and hands-on training in entry-level job skills. The classes may be conducted either as classroom-only, community classroom, or cooperative vocational education courses. • Classroom-Only - Instruction takes

place in a classroom setting with hands-on skills training using industry standard equipment.

• Community Classroom Setting - Community classroom is a combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training at business and public agency sites or in the classroom.

• Cooperative Vocational Education- CVE is a combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training at business and public agency sites. Students participating in CVE classes must attend related classroom instruction a minimum of 2.5 hours per week throughout the course.

Administrative Assistant CC

This course is designed to train for entry-level

positions in the business/clerical area. Training is

available.

Automotive Technology (In Partnership w/ Rio Hondo

College)

This course trains students for entry-level positions

in the automotive technician field. The student will

receive core instruction in automotive basics then

select a specialty: such as: air-conditioning service

repair technician, alignment technician, brake

technician, electrical diagnostician, engine

emission technician, fuel systems technician, lube,

oil, filter, cooling system service technician,

transmission technician.

Building Construction

This course will prepare students for entry-level

jobs in building remodeling. Hands-on training

will include painting, cabinet-work, suspended

ceiling, millwork, door hanging and lock

installation, cement work, roofing, plastering, and

papering. Students will acquire knowledge in the

use, care, and upkeep of equipment and supplies.

Safety practices as related to building remodeling

will also be covered.

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Outstanding Student Recognition Program

The Los Angeles County Regional

Occupational Program (LACOROP) is

committed to honoring outstanding ROP

students. Students are nominated by their

ROP teacher and selected by their district

to advance to the county level competition.

The student recognition program is

designed to recognize ROP students that

demonstrate exemplary efforts in the

program.

Interview 1.

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Approved candidates are invited to the

LACOROP office to compete in the

following areas:

Presentation of Work Product

Resume & Job Application

Certified Nursing Assistant CC

The Nurse Assistant Pre-certification Program

consists of courses designed to train for entry-

level positions in the nursing field or assist

with the desire to further education in the

nursing field. Course includes both classroom

and un-paid clinical experience at a

community-based site.

Computer Aided Drafting

This course enables students to examine a

broad selection of occupational choices. The

course covers drafting and architectural skills

including: sketching, tool usage, measuring,

orthographic projection, assembly and detail

drawing, floor plans and interior design.

Students also have the opportunity to increase

their skills through the use of computer-aided

design software.

Crime Scene Occupations: Intro to Forensics

This course provides hands-on experience in

the skills and knowledge required of a forensic

crime scene investigator working in law

enforcement. Students are introduced to crime

scene photography and diagrams, collecting

physical evidence, dusting and lifting

fingerprints, processing evidence, and the use

of forensic light source technology.

Criminal Law

This course is designed to prepare students for

entry-level jobs in the law enforcement field.

Students will receive an introduction to law

enforcement, public safety dispatcher, records

clerk, police cadet, and security guard.

Career Lunch & Learn Career lunch and learns provide students with an

opportunity to learn about a variety of career

opportunities from professionals in the field. Job

insights, including but not limited to,

education/training, salary, benefits, and typical

job responsibilities are discussed in every

presentation.

Film & Video CC/CVE

The course exposes students to the basics of visual storytelling through the creation of

storyboards, script writing, basic shot types, camera movements, lighting, audio and

techniques of editing. Students will learn historical perspectives and analyze American film

and television from a variety of artistic works

Fitness Occupations

This course trains students for entry-level positions in the fitness industry. This course

includes classroom instruction as well as skill development in aerobic and other exercises

necessary to become a fitness instructor or personal trainer. CPR certification offered.

Floristry CC/CVE

This course prepares students for entry-level jobs in the floral industry. Students will learn

the principles of floral design, uses of floral materials and tools, how to prepare simple

floral arrangements and decorative items, basic sales techniques, customer relations, and

basic business practices. Training will include hands-on experience in a flower shop

setting. Students will train for two job titles: florist assistant, florist technician.

Law Enforcement Field Operations

This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs in the law enforcement field.

Students will receive an introduction to law enforcement, public safety dispatcher, records

clerk, police cadet, and security guard.

UC Media Design & Development

This two-semester UC approved course is designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs

utilizing the PC. Students will increase their knowledge of computer concepts and receive

hands-on training in word processing, data entry, spreadsheet, database management, and

integrated applications.

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Educational Field Trips The Regional Occupational Program recognizes that educational field trips are important components of the instructional program. Providing learning experiences in an environment outside of the classroom can stimulate new interests among students and supplement and enrich classroom lessons.

Medical Assistant: Back Office CC

The Medical Assistant is an 1100-hour course that prepares students with the secretarial,

clerical, and reception skills needed to work in the medical front office. The Clinical module

prepares the student to assist in the treatment and examination of the patient, including the

administration of medications, first aid, sterilization techniques, equipment care, performing

laboratory tests, and EKGs. The course includes both classroom instruction and clinical

training in doctors’ offices and clinics.

Medical Billing & Coding CC

Students will learn medical billing and coding core topics including medical terminology, basic

human anatomy and physiology, safety, work ethics, procedural diagnostic coding, universal

claim forms, problem solving, manual and computerized medical billing and coding

bookkeeping, payroll, computerized appointments and office administration.

Office Occupations CC/CVE

This course is designed to train for entry-level positions in the business/clerical area. Training is

available.

Professional Actor

This course trains students with the fundamentals of acting necessary for entry-level

employment in all mediums related to the acting business, including stage, film, television and

commercials. Students will gain hands-on experience by performing in front of an audience at

local community theatres and/or other professional performing arts venues.

Retail Marketing- CC/CVE

This course will provide students with opportunities to prepare for and achieve career objectives

in selected retail sales occupations. Learning experiences are designed to lead to employment

and/or advancement of individuals in retail sales occupations. Training will include hands-on

experience in the retail setting. Students will train for one or more of the following job titles:

cashier, customer service associate, sales person, stock or storeroom associate, assistant buyer.

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Retail Marketing – Diversified * CC/CVE

This course will provide students with an Individual Education Plan (IEP) an opportunity to

prepare for and achieve career objectives in selected retail sales occupations. Learning

experiences are designed to lead to employment and/or advancement of individuals in retail

sales occupations. Training will include hands-on experience in the retail setting.

Small Business Management

This program is designed to provide students with the skills to be successful in a business of

their own. Areas of study will include business opportunities, salesmanship, presentation of

merchandise, business plans, sales promotion, marketing, personnel, financial knowledge,

laws, licenses, permits and insurance. Training may include hands-on training in the student

store or a structured internship.

Stagecraft Tech: Lighting & Sound

This course prepares students for entry-level jobs in the theatrical production industry.

Hands-on training helps students gain necessary skills and knowledge to perform the many

tasks involved in theater productions. Students learn set design, lighting principles, duties of

occupations in theater production, props, sound, and special effects. Job titles that may be

taught include: Set Decorator, Special Effects Specialist, Grip, and Lighting Technician.

Stagecraft Tech: Stage Productions

This course prepares students for entry-level jobs in the theatrical production industry.

Hands-on training helps students gain necessary skills and knowledge to perform the many

tasks involved in theater productions. Students learn set design, lighting principles, duties of

occupations in theater production, props, sound, and special effects. Job titles that may be

taught include: Set Decorator, Special Effects Specialist, Grip, Property Coordinator, and

Sound Controller.

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ROP Staff:

Director: Jim Taite (626) 258-5812 Clerk II: Carmen Calderon (626) 258-5854 Consultant III, CWD/ROP LACOE: Sarah Vielma (562) 922-6850 ROP Office Contact Numbers: Arroyo High School (626) 258-5369 El Monte High School (626) 258-5034 Mountain View High School (626) 258-4741 Rosemead High School (626) 258-5423 South El Monte High School (626) 258-5623 Counselor: Angie Badillo Mountain View Monday, Wednesday, & Friday Arroyo Tuesday & Thursday Counselor: Denise DeRobles El Monte Monday & Thursday South El Monte Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Counselor: Anthony Martinez Rosemead Monday & Tuesday Technician: Felipa Perez AHS Monday & Wednesday EMHS Tuesday & Friday MVHS Thursday Technician: Mary Salcedo RHS Wednesday & Friday SEMHS Monday & Thursday MVHS Tuesday For additional information please visit the College & Career Center page on school loop and lacorop.org