College of the Canyons

Responding to Business & Industry

Innovation in Sector Based Initiatives

EWD Coordination Services, provides logistical support to the California Community Colleges System Office and for the California Community Colleges Economic and Workforce Development (CCCEWD) stakeholders.

The CCCEWD ten sector-based initiatives that are industry specific, regional solutions to employers' needs for skilled workers, and focus on short-tem and long-term market needs in emerging technologies [green; biotechnology; small business; advanced transportation technologies and energy; advanced technology and manufacturing; healthcare; environmental, health, safety and homeland security; international trade; multimedia and entertainment; workplace learning].

Last year, EWD's innovative sector-based initiatives served 48,470 organizations (45,004 business owners/managers) resulting in improvements in productivity, sales and new equity investments of over $215,000,000. EWD consistently creates or retains more than 16,000 jobs through its high growth initiatives.

Information about the EWD Program and resources can be obtained by calling 1.800.344.3812 or by visiting www.cccewd.net.

CCCEWD 2009 Annual Conference

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Online Training Courses

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Employee Training Institute Online Training Courses! [+]

Small Business Development Center Online Training Courses [+]

Health Insurance Conference

The SBDC and Advanced Technology Incubator (ATI) program are pleased to host a half-day conference focused on helping small businesses understand the new health care legislation. Friday, September 17th 8:00 a.m. [+]

Young Entrepreneurs

Through creative partnerships, the SBDC's Young Entrepreneurs Program implements business training programs and offers free business counseling aimed at young people between the ages of 14 and 27. [+]

“Never before has an outside training provider inspired the positive feedback I've been receiving from my team. Your training is of the highest caliber. I will recommend your classes and courses to my colleagues and friends alike.”

Jeff Carlson, District Manager
Office Depot Business Services Division