Experience is the best teacher. ROP can help you get the experience needed to get a job of your choice, or help you update your existing skills, or train in a new field. ROP prepares students to obtain jobs to support the ever-increasing costs of college and promotes further advanced education in particular career areas. High school students do not pay any registration fees. Check the course description for special requirements.
Classes meet at local high schools and business and industry sites.
After basic classroom instruction, every attempt will be made to provide internships near the student's home. High school students may be provided OCTD bus passes to get to and from their course site or internship. Because the ROP is a career preparation program, students are not paid while enrolled in class. Check the schedule for occupational areas offering this option. Yes , upon successful completion of an ROP course, credits and grades may be issued and applied toward high school graduation.