Many careers do not require a 4-year bachelor's degree. A technical or certificate program or an apprenticeship can get you started in a great career with good job prospects and salary. These programs can range from a few months to a few years depending on your field of study.
Palomar College CTE Programs
Palomar has great Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs with affordable tuition! Check them all out here.
http://www2.palomar.edu/ctetransitions/?page_id=31
Miracosta College Technology Career Institute
Low cost, hassle-free classes, workshops and programs, from enrichment classes to job training programs, we provide the types of classes that make it easy for you to reach your career goals.
http://tci.miracosta.edu/
Associated General Contractors of America Apprenticeship and Training Trust
The state’s first and largest open-shop apprenticeship program, run by contractors, for contractors. Firmly committed to increasing the number of skilled construction workers and producing our industry's future workforce by providing the highest level of training and education to registered apprentices.
http://www.agcsdatt.org/
Other Local Vocational/Technical Schools
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Coast Flight Training: Professional pilot training academy
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http://iflycoast.com/
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Coleman University: Technology-Focused Careers
http://www.coleman.edu/
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Design Institute of San Diego: School of Interior Design
http://www.disd.edu/
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FIDM: Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
http://fidm.edu/
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Mira Costa Technology Career Institute (TCI): Mira Costa has programs in advanced manufacturing, engineering, security, phlebotomy, veterinary, and more
http://www.miracosta.edu/instruction/communityeducation.html
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Paul Mitchell San Diego: Beauty school right in downtown SD
https://sandiego.paulmitchell.edu/
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PIMA Medical Institute: Offers Certificate and Associate of Science degrees in the health study areas of Respiratory Therapy, Dental, Medical Assistant/Administration, Pharmacy, Phlebotomy, and Veterinary
https://pmi.edu/locations/california/san-marcos
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Platt College: Digital, Media and Design
http://platt.edu/
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UEI College
http://www.uei.edu/campuses/uei-college/san-marcos
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Universal Technical Institute: Technician Training for the Transportation Industry
http://www.uti.edu/