SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Job Market : PART TWO: GETTING AHEAD : Job Training : Courses to help your career

Interested in developing a new career or in sharpening your existing job skills? It’s easy to find help.

Continuing education programs abound at Southern California’s colleges, universities and smaller learning centers. The times are convenient, with classes offered throughout the year, in the evening and on weekends.

The amount of commitment required varies: Some programs are short, one-day workshops while others last several weeks, and fees range from nothing to hundreds of dollars.

Offerings include career planning programs, classes on how to start and maintain various kinds of enterprises (for example, direct mail, consulting, catering, travel and home-based businesses), instruction on using equipment such as computers and courses designed to help people keep abreast of developments in their fields.

Many schools also provide customized programs for businesses and bring the instruction to the actual workplace.

Here are some of the available programs scheduled for this spring and summer in Southern California:

UCLA

The Job Search Workshop: Strength Interviewing. Part of the Career Transition Program featuring video feedback on students’ interviewing style. May 19 and 26, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fee: $95. (213) 825-2219.

Leadership and Human Relations Laboratory and Managing Change and Organizational Development. To be held at the Sheraton Ventura Hotel, Ventura. June 7-13. Fee: $895. (213) 825-4801.

Introduction to Interpretation and Translation (Spanish/English and English/Spanish). Monday and Tuesdays, June 22-July 20, 7-10 p.m. Fee: $115. Introductory course for training as court and adjudicatory interpreters and translators. (213) 825-1898.

Computer System Architecture and Organization. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 23-July 30, 7-10 p.m. Fee: $280. Required course in the Extension Certificate Program in Computer Science. (213) 825-3985.

Professional Cooking Techniques I. Conducted at Wood-Mode & Millbrook Kitchens, 1328 S. Santa Fe Ave., Los Angeles. Saturdays, June 27-Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. First in a three-quarter sequence of courses in catering. Fee: $350. (213) 206-8120.

Careers in Computer Graphics. July 19, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Seminar offers information on computer graphics job market, entry-level skills and necessary training. Fee: $60. (213) 206-8503.

Eighth Annual Institute on Alcohol and Drug Problems. July 22-25. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 9 a.m.-noon July 25. Workshops for alcohol and drug abuse counselors. Fee: $180 for entire program, $60 for single day, $40 for Saturday only. (213) 825-5189.

Attorney Assistant Training Program. July 29-Dec. 6, 9 a.m.-noon. Provides training in the paralegal field. Fee: $2,500. (213) 825-0741.

Business and Financial Law Practice for England Today. Sept. 6-19. Cambridge University and London residential program designed for attorneys, investment bankers, security analysts and brokers. Fee: $2,950 (excluding air fare). (213) 825-0741.

The Professional Artist: Strategies for the ‘80s. Seminar for visual artists who want to exhibit their work. May 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Taft High School, Woodland Hills. Fee: $95; students, $75.

Making the Career Change Into the Entertainment Industry: Mastering Personal Obstacles, Competition and Protocol. Seminar to overcome hurdles to entering show business. Fee: $95. May 23, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Japanese/American Communication in the Workplace. Intercultural communication for Japanese and American business executives, focusing on attitudes, procedures and areas likely to give rise to conflict. June 6 and 13, 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Fee: $125.

UCLA Extension offers certificate programs in more than 60 fields. For business and management training courses brought to the job location, call (213) 206-1548. For custom-designed programs to meet an organization’s needs, call (213) 825-4801.

For engineering and science in-house courses, call (213) 825-5010. For short courses in engineering and technical professions, call (213) 825-1047.

UCLA’s Career Counseling Center has professional psychologists who provide job-counseling services for a fee of $585. For information, call (213) 825-2934.

The Career Transition Program assists adults in career development. Courses are offered in resume writing and other areas. Fees vary. Call (213) 825-2219.

UCLA Extension has a free advisory service to help determine post-secondary educational needs to meet career goals. Call (213) 206-6201.

UCLA Extension, 10995 Le Conte Ave., Los Angeles 90024; or call (213) 825-8895 for catalogue.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO

Summer School of Alcohol and Other Drug Studies. For program managers, nurses, medical students and recovery services personnel. July 12-17. Call (619) 534-3836 or 534-3400 or write to the Summer School of Alcohol and Other Drug Studies, UCSD Extension X-001, La Jolla 92093.

Legal Assistant Program. For secretaries and other legal paraprofessionals. (619) 534-2320.

Health Education for Adult Educators. To help teachers identify their students’ health-related problems. May 30 and June 6. Fee: $115.

The 7th Annual Cogeneration Seminar. Latest technology, information and ideas about cogeneration. June 18, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (619) 534-0410.

Issues Affecting U.S. Business and Management. Four-week summer residential program tailored for business professionals from foreign countries. Begins Aug. 3. (619) 534-3434.

Module IX: Legal and Ethical Issues in Psychiatric Nursing, and Cultural and Women’s Issues in Psychiatry. June 5, 6-10 p.m. June 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $95.

UCSD Extension provides in-house, customized courses offering certificates of participation. Engineering/business management, call (619) 534-3430. Engineering/computer sciences, call (619) 534-0410. Then there’s ExtenNET, an instructional television service that broadcasts credit courses from UCSD directly to the workplace. (619) 534-3429 or 534-3446.

UCSD Extension X-001, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla 92093; or call (619) 534-0406 for catalogue.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA BARBARA

Children’s Book Illustration Techniques. Professional presentation to the publishing industry will be covered. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 6, 7. Fee: $125.

Rapid Viz: An Intensive Quick Sketch Workshop. For students in the Environmental and Interior Design certificate program as well as practicing design professionals. June 13 and 20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fee: $105.

The Art of Interviewing: Writing and Selling the Personality Profile. June 13, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Seminar held at the Sheraton Hotel, 1111 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara. Fee: $65.

Modern Procurements Concepts--A Basic Introduction to Purchasing. For entry-level buyers and those considering entering this field. June 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Pepper Tree Inn, 3850 State St., Santa Barbara. Fee: $95.

Computerizing Your Accounting Procedures. Non-technical seminar for business people faced with purchasing their first in-house computer system to automate accounting systems. June 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. University Center at Ventura, 3585 Maple St. Fee: $85.

AIDS Update 1987--Medical and Psychological Perspectives. Information for medical, psychology and social welfare professionals. June 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. General fee: $75; MDs $95.

Understanding the Hispanic Client: Implications for Counseling. For teachers, social workers, family counselors and psychologists. May 29, 7-10 p.m., and May 30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. University Center at Ventura, 3585 Maple St. Fee: $65.

Update on Civil Procedure and Civil Litigation: 1987. A workshop for paralegals. June 13, 9 a.m.-noon. Fee: $65.

Organizing and Leading Group Travel Programs. May 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $65.

Cartooning and Humorous Illustration: A Master Workshop with the Art Editor of the New Yorker magazine. Hands-on workshop for the aspiring cartoonist or illustrator conducted by Lee Lorenz of the New Yorker and Eric Teitelbaum of Los Angeles magazine. July 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fee: $85.

The Craft of Comedy Writing for Television. Workshop stresses comedy derived through dealing with character and relationships, not through jokes per se, so gag-fanciers are discouraged from attending. June 26, 2-8 p.m.; June 27-28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fee: $225.

Word Processing for Beginners (Using WORD on IBM PC). Hands-on course for everyone from office personnel to students to become proficient at microcomputer word processing. Thursdays, July 2-Aug. 27, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: $175.

Managing the Computerized Office--A Practicum. For office managers and small systems specialists. Wednesdays, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., July 1-Aug. 26. $195.

Microcomputers in the Classroom: Two Intensive Summer Programs for Educators. Call (805) 961-4717 for details.

Hazardous Materials Management. A certificate program including Principles of Hazardous Materials Management, beginning late September. Call (805) 961-3697 for brochure.

Creative International Marketing. June 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $95; couples, $170.

Export Documentation for International Traders. To help entrepreneurs in receiving payments and avoiding delays. June 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $95; couples $170.

Successful Borrowing Techniques. To prepare small-business people for applying for a conventional loan of $25,000 or more. June 13, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $65.

Starting Your Own Business. Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $85.

Veterans: UCSB Extension offers some certificate programs under the Veterans educational benefits program. Call (805) 961-4143 for details.

UCSB Extension, Santa Barbara 93106; or call (805) 961-4200.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE

Hilltowns and Coastal Villages. For landscape architects, engineers and those working in county planning departments who are willing to travel. The program takes place in Yugoslavia, Italy, Greece and Turkey from June 11 to July 24. Call (714) 856-7129 for details.

Starting Your Own Import and Export Business. May 30, 9 a.m-noon or 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Fee: $110.

Career Counseling and Testing Program is available for those needing a push in the right direction. Fee: $350. Call (714) 856-5414.

Also, the extension offers certificate programs, such as: commercial and industrial development management, nurse educator, advanced computer engineering and advanced software technologies, legal assistantship, hazardous materials management, personnel management and employment relations, light construction and development management, occupational safety and landscape architecture.

Women’s Opportunities Center has special programs for women such as a job seekers’ clinic, career and aptitude testing and a managerial skills internship program. Annual membership is $25. (714) 856-7128 or (714) 856-7131.

Traveling Workshops Program gives specialized educational training at work or elsewhere. (714) 856-6295.

UC Irvine Extension, P.O. Box AZ, Irvine, 92716; or call (714) 856-5414.

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON

Maintenance Management Seminar. For those responsible for an organization’s building and equipment maintenance. June 1-2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Anaheim Hilton. June 15-16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Airporter Inn Hotel, Irvine. Fee: $695. The program also is offered on site at your company. Call (714) 773-2934 for details.

Professional Certificate in Gerontology. (714) 773-2611.

The school also provides in-house job-training programs. Call (714) 773-2611. In addition, if a company needs its employees to have a thorough background in a particular field, call (714) 773-2998 to find out about certificates of educational achievement.

There is also adjunct enrollment to increase professional skills, or to explore new career options. Call (714) 773-2611.

Office of Extended Education, California State University, Fullerton, Fullerton 92634; or call (714) 773-2611 for catalogue.

MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE

Public Relations: Your Showcase to the World. To advertise yourself and your product. May 23, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. No fee.

Profitable Sales Management. June 6, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. No fee.

Certificate in Management. For those who want to advance their careers and find more job satisfaction. (714) 594-5611.

Introduction to IBM PC and Application. Basic computing concepts in an individualized, hands-on environment. May 28 and June 11. 7-10 p.m. No fee.

State Board Review for Registered Nurses. June 12-14, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Fee: $50.

Evening High School Diploma Program. Held at Chaparral High School, 121 W. Allen Ave., San Dimas 91773. Classes meet Monday through Thursday. (714) 599-2338.

Programs for Physically Handicapped. Held at the San Gabriel Valley Training Center. Encompasses comprehensive vocational services to individuals with disabilities, with employment as the goal. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Call (818) 968-8479 for details.

Mt. San Antonio College, Adult Education, 1100 N. Grand Ave., Walnut 91789; or call (714) 594-5611, ext. 220, for catalogue.

LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE

Pre-Lotus on the IBM PC. Spreadsheets for the absolute beginner. May 31, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $65.

How to Get Into Medical and Other Health Professional Schools. June 6, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fee: $40.

Evaluating Real Estate Purchases for Building and Investment. June 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fee: $55.

How to Save Thousands on Your Telephone System and Services. For businesses selecting new or expanded telephone systems. May 30, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fee: $30.

Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) Review Course. For career-oriented secretaries. State certification test will be given in November. Fees vary.

Careers in the Travel Industry. Topics include: applying for travel jobs and becoming an independent tour operator or tour consultant. June 13, 20 and 27, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $35.

Franchising: The How-To Course. May 27, 7-10 p.m. Fee: $35.

Community Services will offer an on-site training package (staff, training material and computers) for companies or schools for training in IBM PC or VAX-type computers. Call (213) 665-3000.

Second Start enrolls adults who are both 55 and older and low-income residents of Los Angeles, for free vocational classes and on-the-job training. Some free support services include bus passes, eyeglasses and hearing evaluations. Participants will be assisted in finding a job upon completion of training. Call (213) 669-4393, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Los Angeles City College, Community Services, 855 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles 90029; or call (213) 669-1031 for brochure.