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California Institute of Applied Technology (CIAT) has designated one person for an area of responsibility to assist enrolled or prospective students in obtaining all of the information specified below. The responsible person is available upon reasonable notice throughout the normal administrative working hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time Monday thru Friday.
Availability of Employees for Information Dissemination Purposes:
Kirsten Barrera
VP of Strategy & Analytics
(619) 535 - 7390
Bashar Qopi
IT Director
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Human Resources Director
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Student Services Director
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Vice President, Compliance
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Main Operations – 877-559-3621
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The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) grant fund will allow us to award financial aid grant to eligible students with exceptional need.
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GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. CIAT is approved to offer VA benefits. *Financial aid is available for those who qualify. *Students are encouraged to take certification exams while actively enrolled in their Certificate or Degree program. Unlimited certification exam attempts expire 180 days after graduation. Select exams are not eligible for unlimited retakes - see certification exam policy for details. Certifications or courses may change to address industry trends or improve quality
