Cañada College at Menlo Park focuses on getting students ready for jobs across many
industries and for transfer-level courses on the main campus through career and continuing
education.
Scroll down to view our program offerings!
Canada College at Menlo Park offers low cost certification programs that can be completed in three months or less. If you, or someone you know, are interested in starting a new career or developing a technical skillset, then find out how Cañada College at Menlo Park can help get you started on the right track.
Continuing education courses are offered to adults in the community by local school boards, colleges and universities. The focus of continuing education is on not-for-credit courses that allow you to develop a specific area of interest to upgrade your skills, resume, or even start a new career. For example, Cañada college's Water, Optician, and Cyber Security program get students prepared to take state exams that will jump start their careers in the field.
Short term, low cost, programs to learn job skills that will help you start a career in various industries!
The intro to AI program is a six-week course focusing on the foundational concepts
of AI and its practical applications in the job market. This course will include a
history of AI, an intro to basic concepts and terminologies, and hands-on exercises
on how AI can be effectively used for writing, researching, and image generation for
professional career development. This course will also cover the ethical considerations
and future applications of AI
Learn More
The Dispensing Opticians Training Program offers students the foundational work to not only begin a career in optical, but
to also acquire ABO board certification, leading to better paying jobs and more opportunity
for career advancement in the optical industry.
Learn More
Cañada College is partnering with Jobs for the Future to deliver a brand new Augmented Reality (AR) training program for learners interested in developing AR skills for graphic design, 3-D animation/motion graphics, digital marketing, web development, and UX design, among a wide array of other relevant career tracks. Students who make it to the end of the program have a chance to win a raffle!
Teen Summer Program Adult Summer Program
Discover the power within you as a parent through the "The Agentic Parent" workshop. Together, we'll explore what it means to be a strong parent, understanding your child better, and learn how to advocate for them throughout their education journey. Learn skills such as knowing your rights, talking with other parents, and finding solutions to challenges. By the end, you'll be equipped to critically analyze the education system and advocate for the best learning environment for your child. Register today!
Completion of the course establishes eligibility to take the Water Distribution and Treatment Grade 2 exam. After passing the exam, students will have the opportunity
to apply for their certificate and license to become a California Grade 2 Water Treatment
or Distribution Operator
Learn More
Are you a teen eager to pursue a career in the dynamic dental industry? Look no further!
Our one-week accelerated program is your ticket to diving headfirst into the field
of dental healthcare. Passing students will have the skills to apply to entry level
Dental Sterilization Technician jobs.
Conveniently located in the JobTrain building:
1200 O'Brien Drive
Room 54
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone: 650.687.7545