ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING: Educational Resources
The Organization Development & Training Division is committed to providing you with personal and professional growth opportunities. As such, we have established educational partnerships with several local colleges.
If you have questions about receiving Tuition Reimbursement, please see
Administrative Order 1-11.
Continuing Education Contact Information--Academic Programs
California State University, Fresno BS in Criminology; Contact:
Dr. Harald Otto Schweizer, 559-278-8880. Please visit
Dr. Schweizer's website for more information on this degree program.
MPA, Contact:
Dr. Kurt Cline, 559-278-2865 or
Dr. Mark Somma, 559-278-5413.
All other degrees; Contact
Jose Jauregui, 559-278-0156. Please visit
CSU Fresno's website for information on these and other available degree programs.
Fresno City College
Please visit
Fresno City College's website for information on available degree programs. Contact:
Enrique Jauregui, 559-442-8225.
Fresno Pacific University
Highlights both a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Business Management/Organizational Leadership. A tuition discount may apply if there are enough City employees to form a cohort. Please visit
Fresno Pacific University's website for information on these and other available degree programs. Contact:
Melissa Kent, 559-453-3445.
National University
Highlights both a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Public Administration. A tuition discount may apply if there are enough City employees to form a cohort. Please visit
National University's website for information on these and other available degree programs. Contact:
Roland Jones, 559-256-4901.
University of Phoenix
Offers a 10% tuition discount for City of Fresno employees (excludes online courses/programs). Please visit the
University of Phoenix's website for more information on their available degree programs. Contact:
Sonia Williams, 559-312-1170.
ITT Technical Institute
Offers AS Degrees in Computer Electronics & Engineering Technology, Computer Drafting & Design, Computer Network Systems and BS Degrees in Construction Management and Criminal Justice. Please visit the
ITT Technical Institute website for more information or call 559-325-5400 and ask to speak to a Representative.
Continuing Education Contact Information--Technical Trade Programs
Fresno City College Applied Technology Division
Please visit
Fresno City College's website for more information on these and other programs they have available.
Listed below are the Technical Trade programs available at Fresno City College as well as the contact numbers for each program. The Applied Division's phone number is 559-442-8273 and then you would ask for the extensions listed below:
Air Conditioning:
John Parks, ext 8540
Architecture:
Ken Zamora, ext 8108
Automotive Technology:
Marty Kamimoto, ext 8526
Building Safety and Code Administration:
Claudia Habib, ext 8520
Computer Aided Drafting and Design:
Ron Cerkueria, ext 8585
Computer Aided Manufacturing:
Mark McCollough, ext 8543
Construction:
Eric Nitzche, ext 8516
Electrical Systems Technology:
Dan Sousa, ext 8481
Fire Technology:
Dennis Byrns, ext 5678
Graphic Communication:
Craig Polanowski, ext 8757
Graphic Design:
Craig Polanowski, ext 8757
Networking/Computer Technician:
Bruce Miller, ext 8517
Professional Photography:
Ray Arth, ext 8551
Web Design:
Craig Polanowski, etc 8757
Welding Technology-Metal Fabrication Option:
Brett Camacho, ext 8522
Welding Technology-Pipe and Structural Steel Certification Option:
Brett Camacho, ext 8522
Institute of Technology, Inc
Please visit the
Institute of Technology's website for further information on these and other programs they have available. Contact:
Joe Haydock, 559-297-4500.
Administrative Office Professional
Computerized Accounting
Electronic Communication Support Technician
Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition
Human Resource Administrator
Network Support Technician
Web and Graphic Design
San Joaquin Valley College
Please visit
San Joaquin Valley College's website for further information on these and other programs they have available. Contact:
Nora Twarynski, 559-448-8282.
Business Administration
Construction Management
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Offers AS Degrees in Computer Electronics & Engineering Technology, Computer Drafting & Design, Computer Network Systems and BS Degrees in Construction Management and Criminal Justice. Please visit the
ITT Technical Institute website for more information or call 559-325-5400 and ask to speak to a Representative.
Continuing Education Contact Information--GED and High School Diploma
Fresno Adult School
Please visit
Fresno Adult School's website for further information on their Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes, GED Preparation classes, GED Testing, High School Diploma, and Independent Study programs. Contact:
Lucia Jimenez, 559-457-6220 or
Helder Pinheiro, 559-457-6211.
Clovis Adult Education
Please visit
Clovis Adult Education's website for further information on their Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes, GED Preparation classes, GED Testing, High School Diploma, and Independent Study programs. Contact:
Ramon Esquivel, 559-327-2873.