Kern Community College District

Kern Community College District
Serving our Communities
Together
Bakersfield College
Cerro Coso Community College
Porterville College
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Bakersfield College
Cerro Coso Community College
Porterville College
Bakersfield College
BC
For over 100 years, Bakersfield College has been helping students reach their goals.
We offer programs that fit your needs through affordable programs that fit your life
and learning style.
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221
Programs
27,904
Students
$82,884,548
Aid disbursed (2021-22)
Cerro Coso Community College
CC
Cerro Coso Community College provides educational opportunities for the widely separated
desert, mountain, and valley communities within a sweeping 18,000-mile, four-county
region of eastern California.
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61
Programs
4,900
Students
$7,861,599
Aid disbursed (2021-2022)
Porterville College
PC
Porterville College was established in September 1927 as a part of the Porterville
Union High School and College District and has been a unit of the Kern Community College
District since July 1, 1967.
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64
Programs
4,256
Students
$17,175,284
Aid disbursed (2021-22)
4 Year Degree
Baccalaureate Degree
Program
We're making it easier and more affordable for students to get their bachelor's degree.
Our district will continue adding four-year programs based on careers that are in
high-demand in our areas, helping set students up for successful futures.
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Available Now
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Chancellor’s Office
Dedication to
Service
Our mission is to provide outstanding educational programs and services that are responsive
to our diverse students and communities.
The Office
Fostering an environment of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity is a
priority for our District. With your support and collaboration, I am confident we
can continue to propel our district to new heights of success as we look to expand
our academic offerings and strengthen our community partnerships.
Steven Bloomberg
Chancellor
Board of Trustees
For Our
Communities
Our Vision is that the Kern Community College District is recognized as an exemplary
educational leader, partnering with our communities to develop potential and create
opportunities. Successful students will strengthen their communities and, along with
the faculty and staff, become life-long learners.
Meet The Board
During my time as a Kern CCD trustee, I’ve seen first-hand how higher education changes
lives and transforms communities. Across our three colleges, we have some of the most
dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators in the entire state, and they work every
day to break down barriers to our students’ success. Our district continues to lead
with innovative initiatives that keep our students at the forefront and ensure we
are meeting our communities educational and workforce needs.
John Corkins
President, Kern CCD Board of Trustees
Job Opportunities
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Kern Team
We are talented, passionate and driven by our distinct mission to educate and serve
our diverse students and community.
Employee Benefits
CC
Child Development Center Associate Teacher
Posted 03/26/26
KCCD
Accounting Manager
Posted 03/26/2026
BC
Kinesiology Instructor Full-time Tenure Track
Posted 03/26/2026
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