CAREER PLANNING CLASSES

 

 

A variety of Personal Development classes are offered to assist students with the career development process.  

Please check the printed Schedule of Classes or the MPC website for current semester offerings.

 

PERS 51  Career Planning Throughout the Life Span
3 units*LG-C/NC*Three hours lecture
This course provides students with skills needed to develop a career path throughout the life span.  Students develop a portfolio with the aid of career oriented self-assessments focusing on interests, values, skills and personality type, and with knowledge of labor market information, decision-making skills and coping strategies.  Also offered online.
Advisory: Eligibility for English 111 and 112 or ENSL 110 and 155
Credit transferable: CSU

General Ed. Credit: CSU, Area 1; MPC, Area A2

 

PERS 71  Foundations of Career Choice
1 unit*LG-C/NC*One hour lecture
This course is designed for students interested in learning more about themselves and the world of work before making a career choice. Includes self-assessment, career exploration, career trends and workplace issues, decision-making, and college and career planning.  Also offered online.
Advisory: Eligibility for English 111 and 112 or ENSL 110 and 155
Credit transferable: CSU

General Ed. Credit: MPC, Area E2

 

PERS 72 Taking Charge of Your Job Search
2 units*LG-C/NC*Two hours lecture
Learning how to find the job you want is a vital skill in our complex and ever changing job market.  This interactive course will assist you in: identifying your transferable skills, developing skill resumes, preparing for interviews, finding employers, and learning how to get the work you want.  Also offered online.
Advisory: Eligibility for English 111 and 112 or ENSL 110 and 155

Credit transferable: CSU

General Ed. Credit: MPC, Area E2

 

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