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CCC ROP Chevron Training Program

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CCC ROP Chevron Training Program

Course Information and Registration

Course Information and Registration

The Regional Occupational Program (ROP) is a free job readiness course offered through a partnership with Chevron and the Contra Costa County Office of Education that helps prepare students for a job in the petrochemical and related industries. Students will learn the basic processes and equipment common to the industry and have an opportunity to make connections with local employers. The courses also help develop strong communication and teamwork skills, and job safety is emphasized throughout the program.
Chevron PPO
Process Plant Operator (PPO)
Classes Start: January
Location: Chevron Hensley Center - ROP Classroom
Class Dates: 1/20/2026 - 6/5/2026
Class Times: Monday to Thursday, 5:30 - 9:30 PM
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Cost: None
 
Curriculum and Requirements

Curriculum and Requirements

Course: The PPO course will help students prepare for an entry level operator job in the petrochemical and related industries.
Curriculum includes:
Process Plant Operator working on equipment

  • Job Safety
  • Plant Processes and Equipment
  • Communication and Teamwork
  • Piping and Heating Systems
  • Instrumentation
  • Industry-related Math and Science
 
Students must meet the following criteria:
  • At least 18 years old
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Pass a basic math and reading comprehension assessment
  • Have a valid CA driver’s license
 
2026 Cohort
Registration: 11/17/2025 - 12/17/2025
Assessments Dates: Monday, 1/5/2026 & Tuesday, 1/6/2026
Assessment Times: 12 PM, 3 PM & 6 PM
Class Dates: 1/20/2026 - 6/5/2026
Class Times: Monday to Thursday, 5:30 - 9:30 PM