Student Eligibility

ROP vocational training programs are open for enrollment to persons 16 years of age or older. Enrollment priority is given to high school seniors and juniors. Adult students are enrolled on a space available basis.

ADULTS:
For more information, a current schedule, or to enroll, please contact Marilyn Lake in the ROP office at 3970 La Colina Road, 805-964-4711 ext. 4406.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:
Contact your ROP Career Guidance Advisor located in your high school Career Center. During summer you may contact Marilyn Lake in the ROP office at 3970 La Colina Road, 805-964-4711 ext. 4406.

Non-Discrimination Policy
The Santa Barbara County ROP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or handicap in its educational programs and activities. All vocational opportunities will be offered without regard to sex, sexual orientation age, gender, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, or mental or physical disability. Limited English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in vocational education programs.

The Santa Barbara County ROP encourages participation in programs that train people for jobs that are traditionally filled by persons of the opposite sex.

This policy is in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (pertaining to race, color, religion, sex or national origin), Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 (pertaining to sex), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (pertaining to handicap), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (pertaining to age). This non-discrimination policy covers admission and access to, and treatment and employment in, the Santa Barbara County Education Office programs and activities, including the Regional Occupational Program. Inquiries regarding the equal opportunity policies, the filing of grievances, or to request a copy of the grievance procedures covering discrimination complaints may be directed to:

Sheryl Malone, Director
South Santa Barbara County ROP
805-964-4711, ext. 4461.

School Guidance Services

Each high school campus has an ROP Career Guidance Advisor who is available to assist ROP students in career development and job placement assistance. Appointments are suggested, but drop ins are welcome as time allows. 

A Career Center Technician is also available at the three SBSD high schools to assist all high school students with their career development needs.

Certificate of Skills

All students who enroll in an ROP course will receive a Certificate of Skills which provides detailed information on the skills and competencies attained. 

The Certificate becomes of value when presented to potential employers as proof of skills competencies.

SBCC Articulation & Dual Enrollment Credit

A number of ROP classes have established an articulation or dual enrollment agreement with Santa Barbara City College whereby college credit is earned if certain conditions are met, such as course grade and eventual enrollment in the connected SBCC program.

Check the Course Descriptions for up-to-date information.

High School Math Credit

Students may receive math credit by enrolling in Computer Accounting or Computer Business Applications. 

The teacher must be informed of this prior to enrollment. See your ROP Career Guidance Advisor for more information.

Course Advisory Committees

The ROP works closely with local business representatives through individual course advisory committees to assure meaningful job skill training, a verified labor market demand, and a high potential for student placement.