School of Business, IT, Cosmetology, Engineering & Trades (BICET)
The School of BICET prepares students for high-demand, high-wage careers through hands-on training, industry-recognized credentials, and critical work-based learning experience. Our programs are designed in collaboration with employers and subject matter experts to ensure you graduate with the educational training, employability skills, and certifications that lead directly to careers and long-term advancement.
What We Offer
- Business & Entrepreneurship: Accounting, management, marketing, and small-business skills that translate immediately to the workplace.
- nformation Technology & Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity, Cyber Defense, Programming, and Computer Science labs, simulations, and stackable certifications mapped to employer needs and national standards.
- Cosmetology & Esthetics: State board–aligned training with client hours in our on-campus Student Salon & Spa.
- Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing: CNC, electronics, electricity, HVAC/energy systems, and technical drafting taught on industry equipment.
- Apprenticeship & Work Experience: Earn while you learn, build a résumé with supervised placements, and connect coursework to career goals.
Why BICET’s Career Education Programs?
Career-Focused Curriculum: Our courses map to in-demand competencies, certifications, and licensure where applicable.
- Career-Focused Curriculum: Our courses map to in-demand competencies, certifications, and licensure where applicable.
- High-Wage Pathways: Programs align with regional growth sectors—IT, technology, energy, machining, entrepreneurship, HVAC, advanced manufacturing, and personal services.
- Learn by Doing: Studios, labs, makerspaces, incubators, and industry-centric projects mirror real world conditions.
- Stackable Credentials: Short-term certificates ladder into degrees and transfer options.
- Built-In Career Support: Counseling, résumé and interview prep, job placement services, work-based learning (WBL), credit-for-prior learning (CPL), and direct connections to hiring partners.
Outcomes You Can Measure
Graduates leave with marketable skills, a professional portfolio, and work experience, positioning them for entry into quality jobs, apprenticeships, and further training. Students typically secure employment before graduation through internships, work-based learning, clinical/clinic hours, and employer showcases with support from our Career Services team.
Get Started
Explore programs, check open classes, and meet with a counselor to build your personalized pathway, from your first course to your first day on the job! Apply today and take the next step toward a career that will support the lifestyle you desire.
BUSINESS
The Business program builds skills in accounting, entrepreneurship, marketing, and management. Whether you're career-focused or planning to transfer, our courses prepare you for success.
COSMETOLOGY
The Cosmetology program trains students in hair, skin, and nail care with hands-on experience in cutting, coloring, and styling—preparing you for state licensing and a career in beauty.
ENGINEERING
Our Engineering program offers hands-on learning in robotics, autonomous vehicles, and design—ideal for students planning to transfer and build a future in STEM.
City College’s Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing programs—from HVAC/R and Electricity to Manufacturing and Technical Illustration—pair hands-on labs with real projects. Build in-demand skills in controls, circuits, renewable energy, CAD/CAM, CNC, metrology, and technical graphics to prepare for technician roles, apprenticeships, certifications, and transfer.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Information Technology program offers degrees in Cyber Defense and training in ethical hacking, cybersecurity, and network security to prepare you for certification and careers in tech.
TECHNICAL TRADES
Technical Trades students gain real-world experience in CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and manufacturing using state-of-the-art equipment. Get career-ready in today’s growing trades sector.
APPRENTICESHIP
The Apprenticeship program combines hands-on learning with college credit. Our industry partners, including MTS and SDG&E, help connect students with career opportunities.
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
Earn college credit for prior experience, including military service, certifications, or work. Our Credit for Prior Learning program helps you save time and fast-track your degree.
WORK-BASED LEARNING
Work-Based Learning connects the classroom to career industries. That is encouraging career activities in the classroom and provide real—world experience to help students in their career paths.
Contact Us
For general questions or more information about any of our programs reach out to us via email: [email protected]