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Offers employment opportunities and on-the-job-training to the hard-to-employ and those experiencing employment barriers (unskilled, formerly incarcerated, substance abusers, etc). Open enrollment to job training is every six months, call for more information.

Offers a variety of programs including English as a second language, GED test prep, High School Diploma, adult basic education, languages, computer education, arts & crafts, health and fitness, medical programs, photography, job training classes and programs for older adults. Offers traffic violator classes and trades education. Classes are held at different locations in the Richmond area.

Offers a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program which provides multiple stand alone classes and programs that may lead to employment opportunities. Programs are 3-12 months long and include: Administrative Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Dental Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), EMS Corps and Medical Assistant. Student services include financial assistance, resume writing, interviewing skills, job search workshops, assessment, and information on job trends. CTE offers stand-alone classes, including Keyboarding and Computer Basics, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, CPR, First Aid, Food Safety Certificate Training, and more.

Provides programs to prepare high school juniors and seniors and adult learners for careers. High school students should inquire with their school counselor. Adult classes are offered in these areas: Communications, Computer Technology, Health & Human Services, Industrial/Engineering Technology at schools offering Adult Education Programs.

Promotes the independence, equality and self-reliance of people who are blind or visually impaired through rehabilitation training and relevant services, such as access to employment, education, government, information, recreation, and transportation. Store sells adaptive visual devices; items can also be ordered from the online store. LightHouse for the Blind has offices in Marin, Berkeley and Eureka, and a camp in Napa.