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Customer Service & Retail Sales

Store salesperson helping a customer

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Gain an introduction to customer service essentials and effective communication skills. Explore local job opportunities in the field, perfect your resume, and refine application and interview skills. Complete both classes to earn a Certificate of Completion.

 

FALL 2026 SCHEDULE

CRN
COURSE ID
COURSE NAME
DATES
DAY(S)
TIME
LOCATION
INSTRUCTOR
25247
COS A001N
Intro to Customer Service
October 19 - November 9
Mon/Wed
6:00pm - 7:25pm
Live Online
Rich Estes

SPRING 2027 SCHEDULE

CRN
COURSE ID
COURSE NAME
DATES
DAY(S)
TIME
LOCATION
INSTRUCTOR
44633
COS A001N
Intro to Customer Service
January 30 - February 26
Mon/Wed
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Live Online
Rich Estes
41389
COS A001N
Intro to Customer Service
April 5 - April 28
Mon/Wed
11:10am - 12:25pm
Lewis Center 212
Sibley Sabori
41390
COS A002N
Customer Service & Retail Employment
May 3 - May 26
Mon/Wed
11:10am - 12:25pm
Lewis Center 212
Sibley Sabori

Note: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, however, we encourage students to review the Online Class Schedule for the most updated information. 

ABOUT THE CLASSES

COS A001N - Introduction to Customer Service

  • Learn and practice effective communication and customer service skills
  • Explain techniques and strategies to build relationships with customers
  • Review different types of customer service and soft skills
  • Role-play appropriate techniques for dealing with challenging customers 

COS A002N - Customer Service & Retail Employment Opportunities

  • Explore different companies and positions in the retail industry
  • Identify main duties and responsibilities of different jobs
  • Prepare a job application and practice interviewing 

CERTIFICATE INFORMATION & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Students who successfully pass all classes in a program earn a Certificate of Completion. Visit the online Course Catalog for certificate requirements and course descriptions. 

 

INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION

Sibley Sabori
Email: ssabori@occ.cccd.edu

Instructor Sibley Sabori pictured with a student. 

 

READY TO GET STARTED?

Find everything you need to get started on our Enrollment Information page, including how to apply, how to register, and what to expect next.

CONTACT US

Adult Education Office
Phone: (714) 432-6897

Email: adulteducation@occ.cccd.edu

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