Career & Technical Education (CTE)
At Compton College we are committed to preparing students for employment (Connection) and further education (Advanced Skill Building in a Professional Pathway) in a major that leads to a career. CTE courses are occupationally specific and technical in nature. There are 11 occupational programs offered at Compton College. If you are uncertain about a career direction, our counselors can assist you in finding a path that fits your talents and interests.
Prepare for gainful employment and career advancement in a very short time!
Courses are taught by professionals who are experts in their field. Their expertise ensures that students receive an extensive, hands-on educational experience. Instructors also work with students seeking employment, often before the course ends. CE students learn how to compete in today's workplace while learning valuable skills vital to their career advancement. A strong work ethnic is reinforced, along with dedicated workmanship.
High School Students can take courses for high school credit and college units at the same time for Free!
CE offers programs for high school graduates looking to start a career, or for those who want to transfer to a four-year college or university. Many students enroll in courses to upgrade their skills or develop new ones to advance or change careers.
Today, options for employment are limitless. As our world becomes more dependent on technology, the demand for skilled technical employees will continue to increase.
Let Compton College help you create your success story!
Contact Information
Business & Industrial Sciences Guided Pathway Division Office
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Summer Office Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
310-900-1600, ext. 2780
| Dr. Paul Flor | Nicole Gordon |
| Dean of Student Learning | Senior Administrative Assistant |
| 310-900-1600, ext. 2273 | Vocational Technology Building, Office 140 |
| Vocational Technology Building, Office 150 | 310-900-1600, ext. 2787 |
| pflor@compton.edu | ngordon@compton.edu |
| Celia Valdez | |
| Instructional Division Coordinator | |
| Vocational Technology Building, Office 140 | |
| 310-900-1600, Ext. 2137 | |
| cvaldez@compton.edu | |
| Lynell Wiggins | Alicia Zambrano |
| Director of Workforce Development and Adult Education | Career Pathways Coordinator |
| Tri City Consortium, VocTech Building, Office 119 | Vocational Technology Building, Office 137 |
| 310-900-1600, ext. 2753 | 310-900-1600, ext. 2779 |
| lwiggins@compton.edu | azambrano@compton.edu |
| Iris Fernandez | Rosa Portillo Gonzalez |
| Program Specialist - Tri City Adult Education Consortium | Student Services Advisor |
| Vocational Technology Building, Office 140 | Welcome Center, D-27 |
| 310-900-1600, ext. 2788 | 562-726-4612 |
| ifernandez@compton.edu | rportillogonzalez@compton.edu |
| Nicole Smith | |
| Job Placement Specialist | |
| Vocational Technology Building, Office 150 | |
| 310-900-1600, ext. 2770 | |
| nsmith1@compton.edu |