Advance Your A.I. Skillsets.
Lead with Human Intelligence.
Artificial intelligence is transforming the workforce-and those who combine A.I. fluency with human insight will lead the way. The Los Angeles Regional Consortium (LARC) is helping students, educators, and professionals build the skills needed for today's careers and tomorrow's opportunities.
Through the LARC A.I. Learning Library, you'll find free training resources,
workforce-aligned tools, and expert guidance to support upskilling, reskilling,
and lifelong learning. Whether you're just getting started or expanding your
expertise, our curated content is designed to strengthen your readiness for the
future of work, powered by both technology—and you.
Upcoming Professional development
Just Released!
LARC A.I. Taskforce Regional Foundation & Impact Report 2025
The LARC A.I. Taskforce Regional Foundation & Impact Report 2025 highlights a year of coordinated action, regional alignment, and measurable progress in advancing AI literacy and responsible integration across the LA-19 colleges. Explore key milestones, participation metrics, and the infrastructure built to position our region for what’s next.
Upskill with A.I.
2025-2026 A.I. in L.A. Professional Development Series
LARC offers practical trainings for students, educators, the workforce, and industry partners—from A.I. for Beginners to sector-specific applications, ethics, implementation, workflow design, performance, and more. Can’t attend live? Every session is recorded so you can learn on your schedule.
Next steps:
- Upcoming opportunities: See the sidebar.
- Catch up: Watch the LARC YouTube — A.I. Professional Development playlist.
- Join the LARC A.I. Taskforce: Through collaborative convenings, bold ideas, and actionable plans, we’re building a foundation of equity, innovation, and impact in A.I. education and workforce development. Email nmakijan@pasadena.edu for more information.
Catch up on a.i. professional development
External A.I. Professional Development
California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office
- Teaching and Learning: Faculty Professional Development Partners & Resources
- CCCCO and Generative A.I.
- CCCCO A.I. Professional Development Group
- California Virtual Campus Online Network of Educators (CVC@ONE)
A.I. in Higher Education Virtual Summit - August 22, 2025
Preparing Students for Jobs & Work Based Learning - October 10, 2025
NOW AVAILABLE: Latest Release of the Generative AI Teaching Kit
The Kit includes:
- Lecture videos designed to facilitate flipped and self-paced instructional models
- Explicit alignment of instructional materials with the competencies assessed in 𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗜𝗔’𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗔𝗜 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝘀.
- These certification exams are provided 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 to educator members of the Teaching Kit program, with a limited number of 50% exam discount codes available for your students 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟯𝟭𝘀𝘁, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
Free A.I. Professional Development for California Community Colleges
Explore no-cost trainings made possible through a statewide partnership with Google. Build practical A.I. skills you can use in class, on campus, and in the workplace—anytime, from anywhere. Read more here.
Data & Insights
Luke Meyer
Data & Insights
Presentation PDF →
A.I. in L.A. Innovation Summit 2024
The A.I. in L.A. Innovation Summit
- Held November 13, 2024 at the Omni-LA Hotel.
- Audience: 365 education professionals, workforce leaders, and industry partners from the Los Angeles region.
- Purpose: Addressing the intersection of artificial intelligence, education, and workforce preparedness through meaningful dialogue, networking, and actionable strategies.
Welcome Video:
- Speakers
- Presenters
- Panelists
- Sponsors
- Exhibitors
- Planning Team
Jen Garcia
Opening Keynote
A.I.: Our Bridge to Growth
Jen Garcia: A.I. Resource Site →
Presentations
Recommended Readings
Training Tutorials & Additional A.I. Resources
Dr. Terri Horton
Closing Keynote
Catalyzing the Future of Learning and Work: A Call to Action in the Age of A.I.
Tasha Penwel
Graphic Notes Gallery
Additional Resources
Knowledge Partners and Past Event Sponsors
Past Exhibitors
CATAPULT
Credtent
Grand Canyon University
Hour Table
UXD Academy
Human-I-T
KPMG
Microsoft
Resume Scripter
South Bay - WIB
The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation
Torrance USD
UCLA Extension
Contact LARC
Dr. Narineh Makijan
Chair/Assistant Vice President
Email: nmakijan@pasadena.edu
Phone: (626) 585-7304
Judy Fox
Program Manager (Contractor)
Email: jxfox@pasadena.edu
