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Career Options through Academic Support and Training (COAST) Program

Career Options through Academic Support and Training (COAST) Program

Coastline College offers a unique vocational program for students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Career Opportunities through Academic Support and Training (COAST) in cooperation with the Adult Education Block Grant (AEBG) and the office of Special Programs and Services for the Disabled. The purpose of this program is to provide specific job and employability skills training to students in a chosen field of study, with the intention of transitioning to the workplace.

Program length varies, typically requiring 3-4 semesters of enrollment and will run on a cohort model. Upon completion of program courses, the student will earn a Certificate of Completion in their field of study. Classes are non-credit and free.

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Programs

Animal Care Drama Music

Art Guest Porter

Culinary Horticulture

Who can enroll?

High School graduates or individuals over 18 years of age.
Individuals with a verifiable disability.
Individuals willing and able to adhere to all college rules and regulations
Individuals who are interested in vocational training and a commitment to future employment

Interested participants must complete an application and provide verification of their disability along with past educational records. Prospective students will undergo an interview and assessment to determine their readiness and ensure the program is a good fit for their needs.

COAST Music Basics Certification Program

Coastline College's COAST Music Basics certificate program is a four semester program requiring enrollment and successful completion of eight classes. Each semester, students take one music course and one non-music course that teaches job skills. You can enroll today by calling the Coastline Special Programs office at (714) 241-6214 or by emailing us at specialprograms@coastline.edu.

COAST Culinary Arts Program

Coastline College offers a unique vocational program: Career Opportunities through Academic Support and Training (COAST) in cooperation with the Adult Education Block Grant (AEBG) and the office of Special Programs and Services for the Disabled. The purpose of this program is to provide specific job and employability skills training to students in a chosen field of study, with the intention of transitioning to the workplace.

View COAST Culinary Arts Program Flyer

DEDICATED FACULTY

COAST Program Instructor, Beth Syverson, has the special ability to bring joy into music and make it accessible for everyone. Learn more about what led her to create the COAST Music Basics curriculum and how the classes are directly related to work in the music industry.

"My Coastline students have taught me so much about seeing the true talent and beauty in each person."

COAST Program Job Recruiting Partners

Coastline College's COAST program is proud to team up with Disneyland and Ralphs to provide employment opportunities to its students that complete one of the COAST programs.