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Frequently Asked Questions

Below is a list of the most frequently asked questions about SCROP and its programs. Click on a question to learn more.

1. Why take ROP?
2. Who can take ROP?
3. Can you earn high school credit?
4. Where are classes located?
5. Who teaches ROP classes?
6. What is earned from taking ROP classes?
7. How do I enroll in ROP?
8. What about transportaion?
9. Is there a dress code?
10. What is 2+2 articulation?
11. Job seeking skill training

1. Why take ROP?
   • Gives you the experience you need to get the job you desire
   • Assists you in updating your skills
   • Provides tuition-free career preparation
   • Helps you to earn more money while you're attending college
   • Makes learning fun and exciting
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2. Who can take ROP?
   

   ROP courses are open to all adults, out-of-school youth, and high school students who are 16 years of age or older. Courses held on high school campuses will give priority registration to high school students.

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3. Can you earn high school credit?
   

   Credits and grades are issued and apply towards high school graduation.

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4. Where are classes located?
   

   Classes are held on high school campuses, at the SCROP site and at Gavilan College.

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5. Who teaches ROP classes?
   

   ROP instructors are experienced in their field and hold valid California teaching credentials. Many are currently employed within their industry.

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6. What is earned from taking ROP classes?
   
   1. A certificate of completion including a list of acquired career-technical skills and competencies.
   2. High School credits towards graduation
   3. Community college credit advanced placement with 2+2 articulated course credit.
   4. Fulfillment of prerequisite work experience for entrance into specific college programs
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7. How do I enroll in ROP?
   

   High School students should contact their academic counselor or ROP Site Specialist on their campus.

   Adults and out-of-school youth should contact the ROP office or Gavilan Site Specialist for classes at the community college.

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8. What about transportaion?
   

   In most cases, students provide their own transportation to ROP course locations.

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9. Is there a dress code?
   

   Some courses may require a specific dress code. Check with the instructor for dress code information.

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10. What is 2+2 articulation?
    

    Articulation is a planned process linking two or more education systems within a community to help students make a smooth transition from one level of instruction to another without experiencing delays or loss of credit.

    2+2 courses offer the opportunity for a student to take ROP courses during a junior or senior year of high school and have college credits or advanced placement granted when the student moves into a similar program at a local community college.

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11. Job seeking skill training
    

    Each ROP instructor provides employment search training to all ROP students. Training covers interviewing, resume and application writing, career search, socializing, rights, resignation and references.

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