Oxnard’s educational institutions provide lifelong learning opportunities and community engagement for all ages:
•Oxnard Adult School: Provides free GED, HiSET preparation, and vocational training, promoting personal and career goals in a supportive environment.
•Center for Employment Training (CET): Offers hands-on trade school training with programs in healthcare and construction, enabling career readiness in under a year.
•Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI): Focuses on adults aged 50+, offering university-level courses without grades, enhancing intellectual and social engagement.
•Community Services: The city provides recreational and cultural programs, enriching community life through various activities.
Besides the Upward Bound program, LNESC Oxnard offers several additional educational initiatives:
•Spectrum Digital Education: Focuses on enhancing digital skills for community members.
•Grow with Google: Provides resources and training for digital skills and career development.
•Ford Driving Dreams: Aims to support students in achieving their educational aspirations through scholarships and mentorship.
•Nucleus Robotics and Entrepreneurship Courses: Offers hands-on learning in robotics and business skills, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among youth.
Oxnard Adult School offers a variety of courses aimed at diverse educational needs:
•High School Diploma Program: A free independent study program for adults to earn their diploma.
•High School Equivalency (HSE): Prepares students for the HiSET exam.
•Adult Basic Education (ABE): Focuses on basic reading, writing, and math skills.
•English as a Second Language (ESL): Sequential classes for improving English proficiency across various levels.
•Career Technical Education (CTE): Programs designed for skill training and job readiness in various fields.
Many lifelong learning opportunities for a diverse culture!