THE COLLEGE OF THE DESERT CAREER CENTER
Mission Statement :
The mission of the Career Center is to promote student development through advanced career research techniques, sound decision-making principles, as well as the enhancement of meaningful academic and career goals.
A Comprehensive Career Planning and Placement Center for Adult Learners (18 to 80)
From Questions to Careers (Hours are M-Th 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.)
Offering:
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Career information and services available for students and prospective students to assist them in researching and defining potential careers that are fulfilling and productive.
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A variety of career workshops, assessments, and credit courses are offered throughout the academic school year. These workshops address the areas of interests, skills, values and personality temperament as they pertain to selecting or changing careers.
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Individual career counseling tailored to the individual’s specific needs can be arranged by appointment.
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Career exploration available through a variety of computer programs includng an information system known as EUREKA. This extensive library of occupational and educational information includes descriptions of job duties, salary, employment projections, work environment characteristics and job preparation. EUREKA also provides financial aid and school information. Job search strategies are presented. Some of these strategies include networking, discovering the hidden job market, preparing a resume, finding job leads and interviewing.
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Job placement services provided for both part-time and full-time employment through the (EDD) Employment Development Department representative in the Career Center at (760) 862-1353. Other information materials on job opportunities are also available. Internet job listing: http://www.caljobs.ca.gov/
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For further information, please feel free to contact Eve-Marie Andrews, Career Center Coordinator, at (760) 773-2503 or Margo Capuano, Career Center Technician, at (760) 862-1351. Or come by and visit the Career Center located in the Administration Building, Room 5.
We look forward to meeting with you!
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