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The partnership is designed to increase access to high-quality, affordable degree programs to train and educate the next generation professionals in this sector, as industry experts anticipate a shortage of up to 20,000 workers throughout California in the coming years.
The new collaboration allows students to complete both an
associate and a bachelor’s degree while significantly reducing the associated
time and cost. Holistic student support services at both Cuyamaca College and
National University help foster a seamless process for students to transfer
from the two-year to the four-year institution. Upon successful completion of
general education and preparatory courses at Cuyamaca College, students will
have met the requirements to begin the upper division coursework for a
bachelor's degree at National University in Public
Administration with a concentration in Waterworks Management. This
concentration, which was developed through a collaboration of National
University faculty and industry experts, consists of four upper division electives
in the following areas.
• Waterworks
Management in California
• California
Waterworks Law & Compliance
• Human
Resources & Labor Relations in Waterworks Management
• Leadership
in Waterworks Management
“Working collaboratively with National University, we can
help our region and state respond to the need for skilled and educated water
and wastewater professionals,” said Cuyamaca College President Julianna Barnes.
“We know that with impending retirements in the industry, there will be a need
for 12,000-20,000 water and wastewater professionals throughout the state in
coming years.”
Cuyamaca College’s innovative Center for Water Studies
program is the oldest and most comprehensive of its kind in the state’s
community college system and prepares students for careers at water agencies as
technicians, mechanics, electricians, engineers, plant operators, information
technology specialists and more. Alumni of the program are eligible for the
National University program as well.
“National University is thrilled to partner with Cuyamaca
College to advance workforce development and educate the next generation of
leaders in the waterworks industry," said Dr. Joseph Allen, Director of
Community College Pathways at National University.
National University’s program offers an accelerated
academic pathway for students to finish their bachelor’s degree in a shorter
amount of time and with fewer expenses. This program also opens doors for
career advancement to management and supervisory positions in the industry. This
partnership further reflects National University’s strategic focus on access,
affordability, workforce relevance, and holistic support of the University’s
diverse student population. Accredited by the WASC Senior College and
University Commission, the University offers four-week classes taught in
flexible online learning formats to meet the needs of the University’s
students, including working adults and members of the military community.
As a veteran-founded institution, National University is dedicated to serving servicemembers, veterans, and their families. The new partnership is particularly well-suited for veterans using their GI benefits to further their education. Additionally, veterans are eligible to apply their military experience and
education toward certifications in the water industry.
Classes start February 2021. Information
Sessions will be held January 6, 2021 at 12pm & 5pm. For more
information about this program please visit NU’s
Information Page.
About National University:
National University, a veteran-founded nonprofit, has been
dedicated to meeting the needs of hard-working adults by providing accessible,
affordable, achievable higher education opportunities since 1971. As San
Diego’s largest private nonprofit university, NU offers over 75 online and
on-campus programs and flexible four-week classes designed to help students
reach their goals while balancing busy lives. Since its founding, the NU
community has grown to over 25,000 students and 175,000 alumni around the
globe, many of whom serve in helping industries such as business, education,
health care, cybersecurity, and law and criminal justice. Learn more at NU.edu.
About Cuyamaca College’s Center for Water
Studies
Established in partnership with industry leaders, the
curriculum and hands-on training prepare students to be workforce ready within
a year. Courses prepare students for certification examinations administered by
the State of California and water and wastewater professional associations. Current instructors
are experienced water and wastewater professionals, experienced in up-to-date
industry practices. A two-year associates degree program provides for seamless
transfer to National University for a bachelor’s degree in Public
Administration.
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