Start a New Business or Re-Energize an Existing One
Entrepreneurs and business owners play the roles of marketer, customer service, and manager daily. The Entrepreneurship certificate is focused on building the skills needed to run a successful business.
Students will be able to learn and understand how to identify a business opportunity, effectively use sales techniques and tips to maximize creativity and innovation and follow the business planning process.
What You’ll Learn
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Students who complete the program will learn to:
- Understand the components of a business plan
- Understand basic business regulations
- Marketing concepts
- Basic bookkeeping skills
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To be eligible, you must:
- Students must be 18 years or older.
- Complete an NOCE Admissions Application.
- Complete an online general orientation at least 24 hours before registering.
- Recommended – Have basic English reading, writing, and speaking skills, and/or be at an ESL Intermediate High level.
- Recommended – Have basic math skills.
- Program Guide:
Keep Learning!
NOCE certificate programs can put you on the path to exciting new career opportunities and more earning potential.
Career Highlights and Opportunities
- English language proficiency – reading, writing, and speaking skills usually at or above an ESL (English as a Second Language) Intermediate High level
- Active listening
- Time Management
- Character skills like integrity, dependability, independence, and attention to detail
- Business Owner/CEO
- Freelance Consultant
- Business Coaching
- Sales Associate/Sales Manager
Frequently Asked Questions
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What do I receive when finished and how long does it take?
Students who complete the Entrepreneurship Certificate program will receive a certificate. The program can be completed in 1-2 terms.
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How much does it cost?
The Entrepreneurship Certificate courses are tuition-free. However, students are responsible for covering the cost of textbooks, software, course supplies, and a parking pass. Your course instructor(s) will provide an estimate for the cost of required textbooks, software, and course supplies during your first course meeting.
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What are the jobs and how much do they pay in California?
Career Opportunities and Titles include Business Owner, Business Co-Owner, Freelance Consultant, Sales Associate.
Average Hourly Wage: $30.83 to Unlimited Earning Potential
Note: Salary and employment outlook is for Orange County, CA, and will vary depending on skill, experience, employer (if applicable), and geographic location.
I started this course feeling confident because I already had a business up and running. However, this class gave me a much better understanding of running a business, especially the money part. Learning about financial analysis made me see things I hadn’t thought about before, and it made everything feel more real and organized.
The business plan was the most helpful part for me. It showed me everything from market research to operations and long-term planning, which gave me new ideas about what I want to achieve. The market research was really important because it made me go out and talk to real businesses, both ones I knew and new ones I didn’t. This helped me figure out where I really fit in the market. One of the biggest surprises for me was realizing that being an entrepreneur isn’t just about owning a business; it’s about having a certain mindset. It’s about always learning, working hard, making changes, and building something bigger.
The business plan’s structure was something I really liked, and I plan to use it for future businesses too. This course also made me more confident in charging what my work is worth. Understanding costs and expenses changed how I think about pricing and long-term growth. Overall, this class helped me take my business more seriously and see a clear path forward. Thank you for creating a course that truly applies to real life and real entrepreneurs. Rudy Romero
Entrepreneurship Program Student
