About the Sustainability Systems & Technology Program
The SST certificates program is for individuals and students desiring to learn and earn in the new circular economy. There are three (3) free, noncredit certificates offered by the Earth Sciences Department, which are described below. You can kickstart a job in the burgeoning field of sustainable materials management, and be a step ahead in the job market by completing any one of the three (3) certificates.
- Classes are free for all California residents.
- All classes are conducted online with no in-person requirements.
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Program Paths
Sustainability in Organics Aide
Certificate of Completion
This certificate will introduce students to sustainability principles, practices in organics micro-composting, and sustainable food systems. Completion provides a pathway to jobs as entry-level micro-composter operators, sustainable food system technicians, sales representatives, and project management assistants. This program is not intended as a substitute for any credit certificate or Associate degree.
Sustainability Assistant
Certificate of Completion
This certificate will introduce students to sustainability principles, community engagement, education and outreach, and policy governance. Completion provides a pathway to jobs as entry-level sustainability assistants and coordinators, community engagement representatives, researcher assistants, customer service representatives, and project management assistants. This program is not intended as a substitute for any credit certificate or Associate degree.
Sustainability Services Technician
Certificate of Completion
This certificate will introduce students to sustainability principles, materials and environmental assessment methods, and clean technology systems and practices. Completion provides a pathway to jobs as entry-level sustainability assessors, program technicians, sales representatives, and entry-level managerial assistants. This program is not intended as a substitute for any credit certificate or Associate degree.
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Sustainability at SMC
Campus sustainability provides students who want to experience the challenge of solving real-world problems with opportunities to apply their learning in ways that prepare them for future careers. We believe institutions of higher education should “educate students for character and citizenship as much for commerce and career.”
Transfers
Sustainability Systems & Technology is a career education program that does not directly lead to transfer. Students planning to transfer should talk immediately with an Academic Counselor to discuss what SMC courses will help you transfer.
Career Opportunities
Our Sustainability Systems & Technology program is designed to have students' career ready. Consider scheduling an appointment with a career advisor with knowledge of the Sustainability Systems & Technology profession to discuss internship and jobs as well as steps you can take to become job ready.