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Saturday, April 26

Laney College Open House & Career Exploration

Attend the Laney College Career Education Open House and explore 23 career fields ranging from Visual Arts to hands-on career pathways.

By Laney College Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Date and time

Saturday, April 26, 2025 · 10am - 1pm PDT

Location

Laney College

900 Fallon Street Oakland, CA 94607

Agenda

Activities

Sessions & Workshops

Demos & Tours

Student Services

Tabling

10:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Professional Headshots

Photography Dept

(Room A 180) Join us for a FREE photo shoot session hosted by the photography department! Capture the perfect professional headshot to showcase on your social media and LinkedIn profiles or print and...

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Behind the Scenes: Theater & Media Production

Theater Arts Department

Media Department

Music Department

Cosmetology

(Room Theater Building) Experience the magic of theater, cinematography, and video production! Join our immersive activity for an up-close look at the Laney Stage, props, and cutting-edge equipment. ...

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About this event

Event lasts 3 hours

Reserve your spot today! Free registration

For +10 years, the CTE team at Laney has hosted the Open House & Career Expo to help prospective students, returning students, High School students, parents, and community members explore their interests and achieve a fulfilling career. We showcase a diversity of fields with hands-on tours, demos, and exhibitions. We also provide direct access to industry experts and career professionals, so that you can explore real pathways to a successful future.

Explore careers & training in these high paying fields:

Architecture
Artificial Intelligence
Biomanufacturing
Business & Entrepreneurship
Carpentry
Ceramics
Commercial Music
Computer Information Systems (CIS)
Construction Management
Cosmetology
Culinary Arts
Data Science
Electrical & Electronics
Engineering
Environmental Control Technology / HVAC
Graphic Arts
Journalism
Legal & Community Interpreting
Machine Technology
Media Communications
Photography
Theater Arts
Welding Technology
Wood Technology

What you get:

Career Exploration
Industry Exhibitions
Workshops
Counseling
Tours/Demos

Who is this event for?

This event is for anyone interested in career & technical education! The event may be most interesting to high school students and job-seekers as well as teachers, counselors, parents, and non-profit staff who work with high school-age youth/young adults. We have curated a variety of activities throughout the event covering a wide range of interests and career pathways. The event is open to the public, and we HIGHLY encourage everyone to bring a friend or prospective student.

ADDRESS

Laney College is right across from the Lake Merritt BART Station. Our address is 900 Fallon St, Oakland CA 94607. Free Campus Parking is on 7th Street and Fallon St.

If you are organizing a high school group and you need help with logistics, please email Raya Zion at RZion@peralta.edu, for general event questions please email Kim Gonzalez at laney-cte@peralta.edu.

Frequently asked questions

What is Career and Technical Education?

Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs prepare people of all ages and backgrounds to enter new careers with the skills needed for successful employment. CTE programs provide students with hands on learning opportunities, 2-year Associate Degrees, stackable certificates, and transfer credits.

What industries are part of Career and Technical Education programs?

CTE programs at Laney College embrace a wide range of industries including Advanced Manufacturing, Building and Construction Trades, Business and Entrepreneurship, Digital Media and Communications, and more. Because the global economy is constantly evolving, Laney CTE programs change with the times

Do Career and Technical Education credits transfer?

Many CTE classes will transfer to a similar program in a 4-year institution. We strongly recommend that if students intend to transfer, they consult with their counselor prior to taking classes to determine which courses will transfer.

Is CTE a good option for high school students who do not wish to pursue a bachelor's degree?

Yes! Many high paying careers do not require a bachelor’s degree but do require rigorous post-secondary education. There is in fact a growing shortage of skilled technical workers, and this shortage is increasing. These skilled technical jobs cannot be taken offshore or automated out.

Why should I consider Career and Technical Education?

CTE prepares students for high wage and high demand careers. CTE graduates enter the workforce having comprehensive skills and the ability to be innovative critical thinkers. Laney offers dynamic learning environment with top instructors, innovative curriculum and and state-of-the-art equipment.

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Laney College Career and Technical Education (CTE)