Butte County CTE
Email Newsletter for May 2024
Here's a snapshot of what's happening at Butte County CTE:
- The online application for our Medical Assistant program is now open through Thursday, June 13th at 4pm.
- The online application window for our new Dental Assistant Apprenticeship is open from June 3, 2024 through June 30th at 4pm.
- Summer Camp registrations are still open with a few spots left in our Intro to Medical Careers, Fashion and Starting Your Own Business camps.
Read more below...
Online Application open now for our Medical Assistant Program
Our 34-week ROP Medical Assistant program is now accepting applications! This comprehensive program equips students with essential manipulative skills, technical knowledge, and hands-on experience for entry-level employment as an Administrative Medical Assistant and a Clinical Medical Assistant. Throughout the program, students will participate in non-paid clinical training through our “Community Classroom,” working alongside professionals in both front office and back office settings. This real-world experience is invaluable for developing the competencies needed to thrive in a medical office, clinic, or healthcare agency.
Upon successful completion, students are eligible to sit for the California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants exam in both Administration and Clinical areas. Financial aid is available for this course.
Don't miss this opportunity—applications are only open until 4 pm on June 13th, 2024. Apply now to start your journey toward a rewarding career in healthcare!
Apply today: https://cte.bcoe.org/medical-assistant.html
Earn While you Learn - Introducing our new Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program
Are you interested in the dentistry field and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? If so, a career as a Dental Assistant could be perfect for you. Our Butte County CTE Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program offers comprehensive training at NO COST to the Apprentice, allowing you to earn while you learn. This program includes 160 hours of in-class technical instruction and 2000 hours of on-the-job training, with credit given for prior experience and demonstrated skills. Upon completion, you will be prepared to sit for the CA state board exam to become a Registered Dental Assistant.
The program, which can be completed in less than a year, combines paid industry employment with guaranteed wage increases as you develop new skills. Gain valuable workplace-relevant skills through mentorship and classroom instruction taught by industry-certified professionals. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your career in dentistry!
This Dental Assistant Apprenticeship program will be accepting applications for our 10 open spots from June 3rd through 4 pm on June 30th, 2024.
Learn more: https://cte.bcoe.org/dental-assistant-apprenticeship.html
Middle School Career Camps!
Is your middle school student looking for something FUN to do this summer that will also help them gain powerful career skills? Tell them about our career camps!
Middle school students are at the perfect age to be exposed to career possibilities and begin career planning. Butte County CTE is proud to provide camps focusing on career technical education skills to students in grades 6th -8th (ages 12-14).
Camps Offered Summer 2024:
- NEW! Medical Careers
- Welding (FULL)
- Starting Your Own Business
- Sew Your Way to Success
- Fashion Design: Upcycling
Medical Assistant
Begin your career as a medical assistant in a doctor’s office, medical clinic or health service agency. Learn more here.
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Registered Dental Assistant
Obtain the skills and knowledge for employment as a dental assistant. Learn more here.
Phlebotomy Technician
Professional Welding Academy
Dental Assistant Apprenticeship
The Butte County CTE Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program provides the necessary training and preparation, at NO COST to the Apprentice, to gain the necessary skills and experience to work as a professional Dental Assistant. Learn more here.
Butte County CTE/ROP
2491 Carmichael Drive
Suite 100
Chico, CA 95928
- Office Hours: 8:30am - 4pm (closed from 1-1:30pm for lunch)
- 530-879-7462
- email: CTE@bcoe.org
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