ROP Adult and After School Classes
Auto Technology - San Rafael
High School, Monday thru Thursday, 3:15 - 6:15 p.m. or 6:45 - 10:00 p.m. -
Open-Entry Open-Exit - Students Need Not Attend all Four Days - Make
Arrangements with the Instructor
Classes prepare students for jobs in the automotive or related fields and
advanced technical training programs. Students receive hands-on instruction
in the following areas:
•Electrical circuits & computer diagnosis •Exhaust systems & welding
•Cooling systems •Shop procedures •Diagnostic testing •Smog testing •Basic
mechanics •Automobile general service •Wheel alignment •Fuel system
diagnosis & repair
This class articulates with the Auto Technology program at College of Marin.
Computerized
Accounting/Bookkeeping - 4380 Redwood Hwy., Ste. A1, San Rafael, CA - Monday
thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Monday thru Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 6:00
p.m., Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (See Business Office
Technology Schedule Below)
Computerized Accounting is an introduction to bookkeeping, accounting and
computerized accounting systems. Emphasis is placed on knowing accounting as
it relates to careers, accounting terminology, understanding accounting
concepts, principles and practices and applying accounting procedures.
Students learn how to prepare and process financial data for computerized
accounting systems, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, general
ledger, inventory, payroll, purchasing and electronic spreadsheets.
Business Office Technology - 4380 Redwood Hwy., Ste. A1, San Rafael - This
is an Open-Entry Open-Exit Year Round Class. Morning Sessions - Monday thru
Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Afternoon Sessions - Monday thru Thursday,
1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Morning and Afternoon Classes are Taught in 2-1/2 Hour
Sections; Evening Sessions - Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
This program offers job training in a variety of basic office skills,
including the use of technology in the modern office environment.
Instruction and course work is offered at two levels. Level I offers
training in basic entry level business skills, while Level II offers more
advanced and specialized training. Level II course work requires previous
office experience or training.
Culinary Occupations - New Beginnings Center - Novato, CA -
Monday thru Thursday - 9:30 am - 1:30 pm - Begins Fall 2008
This program is offered in conjunction with Homeward Bound of Marin and the
Marin County Office of Education Regional Occupational Program. Students
participating will obtain high school credit and will receive a certificate
of completion issued by the Marin County Office of Education. Those
interested will also be able to take the Food Safety Handler’s test for
certification in sanitation and safety in the food service industry.
This course will have emphasis on the importance of good nutrition through
meal planning and food preparation. Learning to work as a team, students
will learn to make soups, sauces, salads and entrees. This class will
participate in catering events both in house and within the community.
Construction - Novato and Redwood High Schools - Begins January 2009 -
Evening Classes, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
This course covers foundation, flooring, framing, plumbing, electrical,
sheet rock, windows, doors, cabinetry, roofing, blueprint reading and use of
hand tools. Demonstrations by master craftsmen, construction projects and
opportunities for placement will be provided.
Cosmetology - San Rafael Beauty Academy - San Rafael, CA - Ongoing
The Marin Regional Occupational Program (ROP) provides cosmetology training
to a limited number of students each year. The Cosmetology course is
certified by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education and approved by
the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Barbering
and Cosmetology for the training required to obtain a state license as a
cosmetologist.
The curriculum consists of 1600 hours in classroom and clinical floor
instruction which includes training in all areas of hairdressing, chemical
services (color, perms, etc.), as well as nail services and skin care
practices. Students are trained in a practical salon environment and are
exposed to all the requirements of their profession, i.e. salon management,
good people skills and pride of workmanship.
Students are assisted in preparing and applying for their State Board
License upon successful completion of 1600 hours.
Personal Home Care Worker - West Marin School, Pt. Reyes Station -
Tuesdays - 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. - TBA
This 90 hour course offers entry level job training for work in the field of
home health care. The training combines classroom (30 hours) and clinical
(60 hours) instruction utilizing field site work experience facilitated
through the West Marin Senior Services in Pt. Reyes. Topics include working
with various client populations, home management skills, personal care and
application of knowledge and skills. Successful completion leads to an ROP
Certificate of Completion for Personal Home Care Worker.
Certified Nurse’s Assistant - TBA
This course will train you to provide quality care to residents in
hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies. It consists
of 12 units focused on all aspects of resident care, including resident
rights, infection control, communication, safety procedures, the aging
process, assisting residents with personal care, taking vital signs,
admitting and discharging residents, death and dying, modifying care,
restorative nursing and time management. Model Curriculum for Nurse
Assistants (NATAP), Chancellor’s Office will be used. Employment skills will
be covered under Regional Occupational Program guidelines.Upon successful
completion of the course, you will be qualified to take the examination to
become a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).
For more information call (415) 499-5860.
