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Career College of California’s CEO speaks out about why they shut their doors

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We reported on Jan. 28 that Career College of California, which was located in DTSA, closed down. For whatever reason the mainstream media has completely ignored this story. And Career College has not issued a formal press release explaining why they shut their doors.

However Career College’s CEO, Caleb Everett, contacted me yesterday with more information about what they have done to help their students to move on to other schools.

Career College has posted an their website that they closed down because “their expenses were greater than their revenues.” Apparently they lost their funding as well and could not continue to stay in business. Continue reading→

Career College of California in Santa Ana closed down today

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The Career College of California (CCC), located in Santa Ana, shuttered their doors today. No explanation has been offered but several of their students contacted us today with the bad news. We also heard from a career advisor at CCC, who confirmed the closure.

Ironically CCC recently published an article about “Steps to Take if Your School is Closing.” Now their own students should take a look at CCC’s recommendations: Continue reading→

Free healthy living event at Career College of California, in Santa Ana, on 1/27

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Career College of California is is hosting a FREE healthy living event on January 27th at 6 p.m. focused on improving the health and well-being of all Santa Ana residents.

We are excited to see you at our FREE Healthy Living Event, to be held on Wednesday, January 27th at 6 p.m. Continue reading→

Graduates from 2003 to 2015 are now eligible to receive High School Diplomas

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CAHSEE Suspended- Graduates from 2003 to 2015 Eligible for High School Diplomas

By: Marion Sistrunk, Business Analyst, Career College of California

If you were a high school student at any California school district and were unable to obtain your diploma because you could not pass the CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam), then this incredible news is for you! Recently a bill was passed eliminating the CAHSEE, allowing thousands of former students the opportunity to obtain their high school diploma. Continue reading→

Santa Ana’s Career College of California named to the Military Friendly Schools List

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Veteran at Career College of California

For Immediate Release

Career College of California Named to Victory Media’s 2016 Military Friendly® Schools List

Included in national list of Top 25 Vocational and Technical Schools for Veterans

SANTA ANA – Today, Career College of California has been designated a 2016 Military Friendly® School by Victory Media, the leader in successfully connecting the military and civilian worlds, and publisher of G.I. Jobs®, STEM Jobs SM and Military Spouse. The Military Friendly® Schools designation provides service members and their families with transparent, data driven ratings about post‐military education and career opportunities.

Institutions competed for the elite Military Friendly® School title by completing a survey of over 100 questions covering ten categories, including military support on campus, graduation and employment outcomes, and military spouse policies. Survey responses were scored against benchmarks across these key indicators of success. In addition, data was independently tested by EY (Ernst & Young) based upon the weightings and methodology established by Victory Media with guidance from an independent Advisory Board of higher education and recruiting professionals. A full list of board members can be found at MilitaryFriendly.com/advisory‐board. Continue reading→

Mayte Santacruz to give the keynote address at the Career College of California graduation on 7/10

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Career College Grads

MAYTE SANTACRUZ, ESQ. TO GIVE KEYNOTE SPEECH AT CAREER COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA GRADUATION ON JULY 10TH

Santa Ana native to speak on the power of education to transform lives

Press Release – Under Embargo until July 6th

Santa Ana, CA – July 6, 2015

Career College of California, nestled in the East End of historic downtown Santa Ana, will hold its Commencement Ceremony at the Bowers Museum at 7 pm on Friday, July 10th. Mayta Santacruz, an associate with Alvarado Smith APC, will be the keynote speaker.

Mayte Santacruz is a native of Santa Ana and a graduate of the Santa Ana School District. She has been given numerous awards for her pro bono work, including the Attorney of the Year Award by the Orange County Public Law Center (2012), the President’s Pro Bono Service Award by the California State Bar (2012) and the Spirit of Volunteerism Award by the Orange County Register (2012). She also created a scholarship fund designed to assist graduates of the Santa Ana School District interested in pursuing a career in law. Continue reading→

Santa Ana healthy eating event set for April 29 in DTSA

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Santa Ana Family Healthy Eating Event

Career College of California (CCC) is hosting a Family Healthy Eating Event in Santa Ana on Wednesday, April 29th, 2015, from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.

Learn how to eat right, cook healthy, and get your whole family in shape! Continue reading→

Solorio to give keynote address at Career College of California graduation

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Jose Solorio at Santa Ana College

State Senate Candidate and Harvard Graduate Jose Solorio to Give Keynote Address At Career College of California Graduation

Education advocate to speak on the power of education to transform lives

Santa Ana, CA – October 20, 2014

Jose Solorio, State Senate candidate and Rancho Santiago Community College Trustee, will be the keynote speaker for the Career College of California graduation ceremony at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana on Friday, October 24th at 7:00 PM.

Solorio, who was a member of the California State Assembly for six years and is supported by California Governor Jerry Brown, said, “I am pleased to address Career College of California’s graduates, who should be very proud of their accomplishments. Most of these graduates have already found jobs in their chosen fields, going to work in our community to make it a better place.” Continue reading→

Dr. Nogales to give keynote speech at Career College of CA graduation

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Dr. Ana Nogales

For Immediate Release
For additional information: Kayla Caceres, Director of Communications, Career College of California, 714-243-8635, kayla@careercalifornia.edu

CAREER COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA GRADUATION CEREMONY

7:00 pm, Friday, February 1, 2013 at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana
Commencement Speaker Dr. Ana Nogales to Address over 300 Guests

Career College of California, based in historic downtown Santa Ana, is holding its winter 2013 graduation ceremony at the Bowers Museum at 7:00pm on Friday, February 1st. Dr. Ana Nogales, founder and Clinical Director of Casa de la Familia and author of four books and numerous articles, will be the keynote speaker. Career College of California is delighted to have such an accomplished Latina woman honor its graduates as their commencement speaker. Continue reading→

U.S. Rep. Sanchez to keynote at Career College of CA graduation

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CONGRESSWOMAN LORETTA SANCHEZ TO GIVE KEYNOTE SPEECH AT CAREER COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA GRADUATION OCTOBER 5TH

More Than 300 Guests Will Celebrate at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana

Santa Ana, California – October 3, 2012 – Career College of California is holding its fall 2012 commencement exercises at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana on Friday, October 5th at 7:00 PM. The keynote speaker will be Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez, currently serving her eighth term representing Santa Ana, Anaheim and Garden Grove in the U.S. House of Representatives. More than 300 guests are expected to attend the graduation ceremony to celebrate 40 graduates from the following programs: Business Office Administration, Medical Assistant, Medical Front Office with Billing and Coding and Paralegal. Continue reading→

Garage Sale to benefit students set for 8/25 at the Yost Theater

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Career College of California is hosting a Garage Sale to raise money for their Student Relief Fund. It is set for August 25th from 8:30am to 12:00pm in front of the Yost Theater at 3rd Street between Bush and Spurgeon.

The Garage Sale will feature brand new clothing from Volcom, GNC, Robert August, Electric Chair, Rockin Fig, and much more.  Discounts up to 75%! Continue reading→

Solorio to give keynote speech at Career College of CA graduation on 1/13

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For Immediate Release
For additional information: Kayla Caceres, Director of Communications, Career College of California, 714-243-8635

STATE ASSEMBLYMEMBER JOSE SOLORIO TO GIVE KEYNOTE SPEECH AT CAREER COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA GRADUATION ON JAN. 13th
More Than 300 Guests Will Celebrate at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana

Career College of California, based in historic downtown Santa Ana, is holding its Winter 2012 graduation ceremony at the Bowers Museum at 7:00 pm on Friday, January 13. State Assemblymember Jose Solorio will be the keynote speaker. Many of Friday’s graduates have already started new careers in their field of study. Continue reading→

Michele Martinez to keynote at Career College of California’s graduation on 9/23

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For Immediate Release

For additional information: Kayla Caceres, Director of Communications, Career College of California, 714-243-8635 

COUNCILWOMAN MICHELE MARTINEZ TO GIVE KEYNOTE SPEECH AT CAREER COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA GRADUATION ON SEPT. 23RD

More Than 300 Guests Will Celebrate at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana 

Career College of California, based in historic downtown Santa Ana, is holding its Fall 2011 graduation ceremony at the Bowers Museum at 6:30 pm on Friday, September 23.  Councilwoman Michele Martinez will be the keynote speaker.  More than 80% of Friday’s graduates have already started new careers in their field of study.  Continue reading→