On December 6, 2024, the TTC College Graduation ceremony marks a significant milestone for Tarzana Treatment Centers College (TTCC). Without question, the ceremony reflects an ongoing journey of empowering underserved communities through education. From 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, the ceremony celebrates the remarkable achievements of the TTCC graduates from the Substance Use Disorder Counseling Certification Program (SUD) and the Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Program (PSS). Together, these programs foster resilience by preparing graduates for impactful roles in their communities.
The 2024 TTC College Graduation theme is “A Different World.” Inspired by the hit 90s television show, the show’s impactful focus was motivating people from underrepresented communities to believe in themselves and attend college. Furthermore, this theme takes on a deeper meaning as TTCC students enter a different world post-graduation. With the landscapes of the healthcare field and the country changing, the specificity and rigor of their education allow students to enter a brave new world ready to succeed.
Key Details about the TTC College Graduation Ceremony
Although the TTC College Graduation location will be at the Tarzana Treatment Centers College Headquarters in Woodland Hills, the event is only in-person for student and faculty award winners. Virtual participation will happen via Zoom for all other students, families, and community members. In an exciting update, the TTC College Graduation ceremony will feature a Land Blessing by Native American leaders and a keynote speech by Dominique Hamler, Executive Director of the Los Angeles Outpatient Center.
Whether live or virtual, the 2024 TTC College Graduation Ceremony celebrates resilience. With perseverance and determination, TTCC students from all walks of life embrace the college’s unique offerings. Indeed, many have overcome significant personal and systemic barriers, including justice involvement, housing insecurity, and other hardships. Moreover, their success reflects their commitment and the dedication of TTC College’s faculty and staff. From top to bottom, we believe in creating an inclusive, academically rigorous, and supportive educational environment.
A Deeper Look into the 2024 TTCC Graduating Class
When you delve into the logistics of the TTC College Graduation, you see the event’s themes as powerful realities. Indeed, the 307 graduating students represent an inspiring diversity of backgrounds and life experiences. With 94 SUD and 213 PSS graduates, respectively, the demographics are nothing less than impressive. When it comes to gender, for example, 53.4% are female, 42.3% are male, 1.3% are transgender, 0.6% are non-binary, and 2.2% prefer not to say. What is impressive is the societal balance of these figures.
In addition, regarding the racial and ethnic diversity of students in the class, 42.9% are Latino, 19.5% are Black/African American, and 24.4% are White, with representation across Asian, Native American, Middle Eastern, and mixed-race communities. In other words, the 2024 TTC College Graduation reflects underserved communities across California.
Expanding this reach on a more profound level, 35.1% of graduates are Justice-Impacted, 47.2% have Lived Experience with substance use disorders and mental health challenges, and 26.3% are part of the Unhoused Community. Therefore, Tarzana Treatment Centers College is making a difference by reaching people most in need. The TTC College Graduation ceremony represents an ideal example of a mission being realized and celebrated.
Why the TTC College Graduation Matters
In line with this success, TTCC’s mission is to empower individuals from underserved and marginalized backgrounds to achieve economic mobility and personal growth. Hence, graduates of both the SUD and PSS programs leave with certifications that foster the skills and confidence to effect meaningful change. Thus, each graduate’s story is a testament to the transformative power of education and community support.
Please join us for the TTC College Graduation ceremony and participate in the celebration. More significantly, if you know someone who longs to enact change in their lives and communities, please put them in touch with the college. Indeed, the 2024 TTC College Graduation is just one more beginning. Our staff, faculty, and graduates remain steadfast in their commitment to expanding opportunities for future students by fostering a legacy of hope and empowerment.