Ventura Adult and Career Education - VACE

09/02/2026

We would like you to meet Mariya. 👋

Mariya has been an instructor at VACE for TEN years — and before that she was an office manager and bookkeeper at Ray-Mac, doing this work every single day for a real business.

That is why her students trust her. She is not teaching from a manual. When someone asks what happens when the numbers do not match, or a client pays late, or the month closes wrong, she has lived it. 📚

Ten years in the classroom has also taught her how to spot the moment someone decides they are "just not a numbers person." She has heard it many, many times. She has also watched most of those same people finish the term keeping a full set of books.

We are lucky to have her. 💙

Her QuickBooks Online class meets Wednesday evenings this fall, starting September 16.

🎟️ Details and sign-up: https://QuickBooksOnlineVACE.eventbrite.com

09/02/2026

Our next info session for our fall Career Training Programs is tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 3 at 3 p.m., right here at VACE!

Join us for an hour as we provide a brief overview on the programs, classroom tours, and information on financial aid and enrollment!

Sign up for tomorrow, or for one of our remaining sessions here: https://shift.vace.com/careereducation

08/31/2026

It's very rewarding to receive feedback from students like April, who has had a wonderful experience with VACE while receiving career training as a front-office medical billing student. We know our teachers and staff put in 100% to support each student on their journey.

If you're looking to transition careers, we're now enrolling for our fall career training programs in . Join us at an upcoming information session (Tuesdays & Thursdays) before the Sept. 22 enrollment deadline!

Learn more: https://shift.vace.com/careereducation

08/28/2026

Fall evening classes start soon at VACE! 🍂

Four evening classes, all $125 plus a $10 annual registration fee — and no experience required:

✏️ AutoCAD — Sept 22 to Dec 8, online or in person
🏗️ Revit 3D Design — Sept 22 to Dec 8, online or in person
⚙️ SolidWorks — Sept 22 to Dec 8, online or in person
📊 QuickBooks Online — Sept 16 to Dec 9, in person, Wednesdays 6–9 pm

The CAD classes are made for busy schedules: about three hours a week for ten weeks, done online whenever it works for you, or in our Tuesday night lab from 6 to 9 pm. Best part — enrollment includes a FREE one-year student license of the software straight from the manufacturer. (You will need a Windows PC.)

QuickBooks Online meets Wednesdays in Room 202 and takes you from accounting principles all the way to a final project you can be proud of. Accounting 1 is required first.

Whether you are changing careers, going for a promotion, or just curious — we would love to see you this fall. 💙

📍 Register in person at the VACE Admissions Office, 5200 Valentine Road, Suite 101, Ventura
📞 For questions call - (805) 289-1744 ext. 0

08/27/2026

Gain the skills employers are looking for through hands-on career training designed for working adults. Our supportive instructors, flexible schedules and personalized guidance will help you take the next step toward a career you'll be proud of.

Learn more at: https://shift.vace.com/careereducation

08/21/2026

Build business skills employers are looking for.

Train for a career in bookkeeping, business administration or accounting with Ventura Adult & Career Education.

Choose from career-focused programs that can be completed in 9-12 months, with hands-on training in:

✓ QuickBooks Online
✓ Microsoft Office + Google tools
✓ Accounting and payroll
✓ Business operations
✓ AI Prompt Engineering

Whether you're preparing for a new career or building skills to move forward in your current one, VACE can help you take the next step.

Learn more & register to attend a free, no-obligation info session: https://shift.vace.com/careereducation

08/21/2026

🔧 NOW ENROLLING: Auto Repair Class 🔧

Learn real, hands-on automotive skills in just 12 weeks — shop safety, engine systems, and a full teardown-and-rebuild of a small engine, plus tires, brakes, batteries, and more.

📅 Class Starts: August 31
💰 Cost: $85
🕐 Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 VHS Garage, Poli Street, Room 37

Whether you want to save money on your own car repairs or explore a future in the automotive field, this class gives you real shop experience you can use right away.

👉 register at https://VACEAutoRepairclass.eventbrite.com

Questions? Call (805) 289-1744

Get your hands dirty and learn how to keep your car running smoothly- Mondays and Wednesdays this Fall.