Citrus College

Accounting

The Accounting Certificate encompasses an area of study which includes basic accounting, financial and managerial accounting principles, income tax accounting and accounting general ledger software. The Accounting Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry level accounting positions as accounting clerks and bookkeepers.

Accounting

The Associate's Degree in Accounting prepares students for entry-level accounting positions in businesses, private industries, and government agencies. It is also beneficial for individuals seeking promotions and advancements in their current positions.

Administration of Justice

Administration of Justice examines the causes of crime and the structure, procedures, and decision-making processes of agencies that deal with crime management. The program leading to the Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T) is designed to provide a theoretical background of the criminal justice system in America (police, courts, and corrections) and familiarize students with academic, career and volunteer opportunities in the field.

Administrative Office Occupations

Students who receive the Administrative Office Occupations Certificate are prepared for management assignments in the business office environment. This certificate is recommended for both experienced office staff as well as entry-level office workers who are seeking to increase their potential for promotion.

Anthropology

The goal of the Anthropology program at Citrus College is to prepare students to develop a fundamental understanding of human behavior from biological, historical, cultural, and social perspectives. Anthropology analyzes the place of humans in the natural world and explores cultural assumptions across the globe.

Architectural Design

Design principles, complex animation and CAD systems are applied to problems in architecture, landscape architecture and urban planning. Proper and efficient methods of sketching, producing documents, models, 3D digital models, animations and multifaceted presentations are examined.

Architecture

The Architecture major concentrates on the built environment. The curriculum visualizes architecture as a cultural, creative, and technical practice and discipline with direct social impact. A balance of architectural and technical design courses provides students with a diverse foundation of knowledge in the fields of architecture, landscape architecture, interior architecture, environmental design, urban planning, CAD, and CGI which prepares them for transfer.

Art History

The Associate in Arts Degree in Art History for Transfer (AA-T) at Citrus College promotes an understanding of art across cultures and geographic boundaries. Students are taught to articulate the historical, social and aesthetic functions of art through understanding of fundamental art and art history terminology, appreciation for art processes and analysis of art works.

Associate's Degree

The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus.

Audio Recording Technology

This one-year audio recording program provides instruction in the basics of how to engineer any kind of music, from hip-hop to classical to movie scenes. This certificate is intended to lead to employment in various professions such as audio engineer, sound designer, recording technician, and sound editor within the audio recording technology industry.

Automobile Diagnostic Technician

The courses listed in the Automotive Service, Diagnosis and Repair - Master Technician certificate meet the National Automotive Technicians' Education Foundation Standards and are selected to provide a comprehensive set of job skills needed in the automotive industry. In addition to improving the student's employability, the skills developed in the program will enhance their ability to become an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Technician.

Automobile Fundamentals

The courses listed in the Automobile Fundamentals certificate are selected to provide a comprehensive set of job skills needed for a technician performing basic vehicle maintenance and service. In addition to improving the student's employability, the skills developed in each course will enhance their ability to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A1 and A6 certified.

Automobile Service

The courses listed in the Automobile Service certificate are selected to provide a comprehensive set of job skills needed for a technician performing basic chassis, electrical, and HVAC services. In addition to improving the student's employability, the skills developed in each course will enhance their ability to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A4, A5, A6 and A7 certified.

Automotive General Service and Repair

This certificate is intended for the incumbent worker, person seeking a career change, or person looking to start their career in the automotive service industry. This certificate is the culmination of the general service and repair curriculum.

Automotive Research and Development

The High Performance Institute offers a Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Research and Development. The field of automotive research and development offers many exciting career opportunities, including: engineering design, prototype building, vehicle evaluation and engineering, materials engineering, powertrain tuning and design, regulatory affairs and advanced technical research.

Automotive Technology

This program is designed to prepare students who wish to seek employment in the automotive technology industry or qualify for a more responsible position within the field.

Barbering

Barbering is the profession and practice of cutting, styling, grooming, and caring for men's hair, beard, and facial hair. The Barbering Certificate of Achievement involves various skills, including haircutting, shaving, beard trimming, facial treatments, scalp treatments, hairstyling, haircoloring, and chemical texture services.

Barbering

Barbering is the profession and practice of cutting, styling, grooming, and caring for men's hair, beard, and facial hair. The Associates of Science Degree in Barbering Program involves various skills, including haircutting, shaving, beard trimming, facial treatments, scalp treatments, hairstyling, haircoloring, and chemical texture services.

Basic Still-life and Portrait Drawing for Older Adults

Biological Sciences

The associate degree in biological science prepares students for a curriculum in a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree in such areas as microbiology, organismal biology, cell and molecular biology, and teaching.

Biology

Biology is a natural science that focuses on living organisms, including their structure, function, growth and development, and evolution and adaptation to the environment. The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer Degree (AS-T) can be a stand-alone degree or serve as preparation for a curriculum in a four-year institution, leading to a baccalaureate degree in areas such as microbiology, organismal biology, cell and molecular biology.

Biomanufacturing

Biomanufacturing is a diverse industry merging large-scale manufacturing practices with biotechnology applications. Companies in this growing sector manufacture a variety of products, such as therapeutics, clinical diagnostic tests, food and beverages, dietary supplements, and biofuels.

Biotechnology

Biotechnology involves the application of biology to develop new products and technologies to combat disease, reduce our environmental impact, provide cleaner fuel sources, improve food production, and create safer industrial processes. The Citrus College Biotechnology A.S.

Business

Business is the study of the practices and products of commerce. Areas of concentration for this degree can include business management, business law, marketing, finance, business ethics, and business communications.

Business - Accounting Emphasis

The Associate's Degree in Science in Business - Emphasis in Accounting provides lower division preparation for students planning to transfer into a business administration program at a four-year university. Students will take courses in business as well as related fields required for business majors.

Business Administration 2.0

Business is the study of the practices and products of commerce. The Associate in Science in Business Administration 2.0 for Transfer (AS-T) provides lower division preparation for students planning to transfer into business or business administration programs.

Business Entrepreneurship

Business Information Professional

The Business Information Professional Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for entry-level office and administrative support in a variety of job positions, including general office clerks, retail salespersons, customer service representatives, receptionists, and information clerks.

Business Information Worker

Cal-GETC

Ceramics - One Year

The Ceramics - One Year Certificate of Achievement provides the student with skills to work as a studio potter or in a retail ceramic shop.

Ceramics - Two Year

The Ceramics - Two Year Certificate of Achievement provides the student with skills to work as a studio potter or in a retail ceramic shop.

Child and Adolescent Development

The Associate in Arts in Child and Adolescent Development for Transfer degree is a 60-unit degree program that provides lower-division preparation for students planning to transfer to a CSU for a Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development, Child Development, Child, Adolescent & Family Studies, Human Development or other related majors.

Child Development

The curriculum leads to an Associate in Science degree and meets the educational requirements for employment as a teacher or assistant teacher in preschools and children's centers.

Child Development Master Teacher

This certificate is designed for the early childhood professional who is seeking career advancement and the educational requirements for the lead teacher or "Master Teacher" job or employment category. The certificate program prepares the employed child development teacher to function as a lead or mentor teacher to students in training or other adults working in the same environment.

Child Development Master Teacher - Early Intervention

This certificate is designed for the experienced teacher who desires to develop the additional skills and knowledge necessary to work with exceptional children in a special education or inclusive setting. This inclusive training program meets the education requirements for child development master teacher.

Child Development Teacher

Courses in this certificate lead to the A.S. Degree in Child Development (p. 149) or careers in the field of child development and early childhood education.

Clean Energy and Vehicle Electrification Technology

The transportation and energy industry is constantly changing. This certificate prepares students to advance in the field of Clean Energy and Vehicle Electrification by providing training in alternative fuel, hybrid, electric and fuel cell vehicle technology.

Clean Energy and Vehicle Electrification Technology

Commercial Dance

The Citrus College Commercial Dance Certificate of Achievement Program provides a vast array of opportunities in the field of dance to the community college student. These include instruction to the vocational student in ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and musical theatre technique in order to prepare them for employment in the professional dance world.

Communication Studies 2.0

The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer degree (AA-T) is designed for students interested in the study and practice of human communication. Students will study public speaking communication, small group communication, argumentation and debate, intercultural communication, and interpersonal communication.

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) - Architecture and Drafting

This Computer Aided Design (CAD) - Architecture and Drafting Certificate of Achievement provides a foundation for such majors as architecture, drafting and computer-generated imagery (CGI). The student will be prepared for entry level employment in computer-aided design as a CAD (computer-aided design) / draft person.

Computer Generated Imagery (CGI)

This program provides coursework for majors such as architecture, computer-generated imagery (CGI), engineering and animation. Design principles, computer-aided design (CAD) and animation systems are applied to problems in animation, architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning and engineering.

Computer Science

This Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) in Computer Science provides students with an understanding of the concepts and practice of code development and problem solving. The degree prepares students for pre-professional careers and for curriculum at four year institutions leading to a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science.

Construction Health and Safety Specialist

Construction safety is a growing profession. This certificate of achievement is an ideal option for construction industry supervisors who are charged with the responsibility to maintain safe worksite conditions in order to be better prepared to effectively address the on-the-job safety of their subordinate staff.

Construction Health and Safety Specialist

Construction Inspection

Inspection is a vitally important tool employed by public/private owners and/or agencies to verify construction quality compliance on varying types of construction improvements across multiple trades and disciplines. Certificate courses provide students with a thorough knowledge and application of the construction inspection process and leads to employment in various fields of the construction field.

Construction Management

Today's construction industry utilizes construction management best practices to oversee, manage and control the scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety and risk during all stages of its projects life- cycle (planning, design, pre-construction, construction and closeout). Successful completion of construction management courses prepares students for construction management entry-level opportunities in one of many functions and/or postilions that support the construction project management team.

Construction Management

The Construction Management Certificate of Achievement is an ideal option for new students seeking to pursue a CM education and/or those currently employed in the building and general engineering construction industry seeking to enhance their skills and advance their career.

Construction Quality Control

Quality control is a high level application of standards, systems, tools, processes, procedures and activities exercised by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure that the work they perform is constructed in accordance with the owner/agency contractually prescribed quality requirements. Courses provide a comprehensive overview of the administration of quality, with emphasis on Quality Control for public construction contracts.

Correctional Science

The Certificate of Achievement in Correctional Science provides the student with a base of knowledge for entry-level positions such as corrections officer, custody assistant, or jailer in institutional and community corrections, as well as private and paraprofessional positions at local, state, and federal levels.

Correctional Science

The A.S. Degree in Correctional Science provides the student with career preparation for entry-level or career growth in fields such as corrections officer, jailor, or youth group supervisor in institutional and community corrections as well as private and paraprofessional positions at local, state, and federal levels.

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Certificate is a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for a wide range of careers within the beauty industry. The curriculum offers theoretical and practical instruction. Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on applications, students acquire knowledge, language skills and career opportunities in: haircutting, hairstyling, colorist, chemical specialist, skin care, nail care, industry marketing and entrepreneurship.

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Degree is a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for a wide range of careers within the beauty industry. The curriculum offers theoretical and practical instruction. Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on applications, students acquire knowledge, language skills for career opportunities in haircutting, hairstyling, colorist, chemical specialist, skin and nail technicians, sales and entrepreneurship.

CPA Exam Preparation: Accounting Subjects Requirement

The CPA Exam Preparation: Accounting Subjects Requirement Certificate of Achievement is designed for students who have earned a four-year degree or higher in a field other than accounting and need to earn the required accounting subject credits to sit for the CPA exam. Upon completion of the program, a student will meet the California Board of Accountancy's 24-unit educational requirement for "Accounting Subjects.

CPA Exam Preparation: Business-Related Subjects Requirement

The CPA Exam Preparation: Business-Related Subjects Requirement Certificate of Achievement is designed for students who have earned a four-year degree or higher in a field other than accounting and need to earn the required business-related subject credits to sit for the CPA exam. Upon completion of the program, a student will meet the California Board of Accountancy's 24-unit educational requirement for "Business-Related Subjects.

CPA Licensure: Accounting Study and Ethics

The CPA Licensure: Accounting Study and Ethics Certificate of Achievement is designed for students who satisfy the California Board of Accountancy Baccalaureate degree or higher requirement and need to satisfy the additional 30 semester hours Accounting Study and Ethics Study educational requirement to apply for licensure.

Criminal Justice

The A.S. Degree in Criminal Justice prepares men and women for a career of public service as a police officer, deputy sheriff, criminal investigator, or supervisor at local, state, and federal levels as well as transfer to a four year college or university.

Criminal Justice

The Certificate of Achievement in Criminal Justice prepares men and women for entry level positions such as police officer or deputy sheriff trainee, police cadet, community service officer, or public safety dispatcher. A great need exists for intelligent personnel with a commitment toward professional improvement in the justice system.

Customer Service

Customer Service and Call Center

Customer Service for Retail

Dance

This degree provides students with a foundational dance background, encompassing a strong emphasis in various dance techniques as well as history, basic kinesiology and performance practicum.

Database Administrator

The Database Administrator Certificate of Achievement is one of several certificate options available in the Information Technology and Information Systems (ITIS) program. The core competencies for this certificate include foundational skills in Information technology (ITIS 104, ITIS 107, and ITIS 115) as well as foundational skills in computer programming (ITIS 141).

Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting Program is a career technical program that prepares students for entry-level employment as a dental assistant. Upon completion, the graduate is prepared and eligible to sit for the California State Registered Dental Assistant Examination and the National Certification Examination to become licensed dental assistants.

Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting Program is a career technical program that prepares students for entry-level employment as a dental assistant. Upon completion, the graduate is prepared and eligible to sit for the California State Registered Dental Assistant Examination and the National Certification Examination to become licensed dental assistants.

Design and Engineering Drawing Technology

The Design and Engineering Drawing Technology Major concentrates on visualizing architecture, engineering, drafting, entertainment, animation and computer-generated imagery (CGI). It is a creative, technical practice and discipline with a balance of a design and technical courses providing students with a diverse foundation of knowledge in the fields above.

Diesel Engine Service, Diagnosis and Repair Technician

Upon completion of the required courses, students will receive the Diesel Engine Service, Diagnosis and Repair Technician Certificate. This certificate requires the completion of preventative maintenance, engine and engine control and electrical/electronic courses which provide the fundamentals necessary for the servicing of diesel engines.

Digital and Web Design

The Digital and Web Design certificate is designed to introduce and develop the basic skills necessary for success as an entry level graphic, digital or web designer. Fundamental to the core of a strong design sensibility, the computer is an essential tool for design success and a complement to composition, design principles, layout, and typography.

Digital and Web Design

This program prepares students for employment in digital design careers. The integration of traditional art/design and digital media prepares students for employment opportunities in the areas of advertising, multi- media and marketing graphics.

Drone Technology

Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education focuses on the teaching and care of young children by providing the theoretical background of child development and developmentally appropriate practices of education of young children. Students who complete this degree may enter with junior status to the California State University system, and will be given priority admission to our local CSU campus.

Economics

The AA-T in Economics offers students a comprehensive lower division program in economics. Economics, with applications in both business and the social sciences, examines the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services as well as the theory and management of economies and how the choices made by individuals, firms, and governments impact scarce resources.

Educational Teaching Studies

The Educational Teaching Studies degree offers future school teachers an articulated transfer pathway and career in education ladder. The focus of the degree is on content knowledge needed to prepare for a career in teaching within an education setting and education courses that include early fieldwork opportunities for observation and practice.

Elementary Teacher Education

The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer degree (AA-T) offers students a breadth of study across disciplines. In this major students learn to think critically, communicate clearly and prepare for transfer into a liberal studies program at a four-year university.

Emerging Theatre Technologies

The Emerging Theatre Technologies (ETT) program is a hands-on, career education program, which develops critical skills in stage lighting, live sound reinforcement, stage technology, live event video and project management. ETT provides both introductory and specific hands-on experience in multiple specialized technical production areas that include theatre, concert touring, theme parks, television and film.

Engineering Fundamentals

Engineering and engineering technology are fields that require the use of engineering knowledge, methods, and technical skills. Upon completion of this certificate, students will have the basic knowledge needed to work with electrical and mechanical systems, basic engineering computer programming techniques, structure and component load calculations as well as fatigue and failure calculations.

English

The Associate in Arts Degree in English for Transfer (AA-T) is for students who intend to complete a bachelor's degree in English at a CSU. Core course work explores primarily British and American writers through an array of literary traditions, providing opportunities for students to express their understanding and appreciation of the literary world through analysis, research and composition.

English as a Second Language - Beginning

English as a Second Language - Beginning Grammar

English as a Second Language - Computer Literacy

English as a Second Language - Intermediate

English as a Second Language - Intermediate Grammar

English as a Second Language - Noncredit to Credit Transition

English as a Second Language - Program Completion

English as a Second Language - Pronunciation

English as a Second Language - Speaking

English Literature

The Associate of Arts Degree in English Literature provides students with a strong foundation in literature to better prepare them for transfer into a four-year English program. Core course work explores primarily British and American writers through an array of literary traditions, providing opportunities for students to express their understanding and appreciation of the literary world through analysis, research and composition.

Environmental Science

Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary course of study that presents an overview of ecological issues from a scientific perspective. With a broad foundation across the natural sciences, the coursework examines the interrelated nature of environmental and social systems.

Esthetician

This program is designed to educate and train students in the fundamental skills needed to successfully complete and pass the California State Board Exam. The program provides a distinct education in esthetic applications, values, theoretical science and State Board preparedness which includes, but is not limited to, makeup design, training in electrical modalities, hair removal, facials for specific skin types and proper sanitation and disinfecting procedures.

Esthetician

Students completing this degree are educated and trained in the fundamental skills needed to successfully complete and pass the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, Esthetics Examination.

Film Studies

Film Studies introduces students to the history of film, exploring film as an artistic, cultural and social phenomenon. The program also provides students with a theoretical and practical foundation in film analysis and production.

Film, Television and Electronic Media

The Associate in Science for Transfer Degree in Film, Television and Electronic Media is designed to develop performance skills in film, television and digital media studies. Course offerings will include aesthetics, history and production and to provide professional training at the beginning level.

Gaming and Applications Development

This certificate of achievement in Gaming and Applications Development is designed to develop students' skills in computer programming and software development. The certificate equips students with the current methods of computer programming used to solve problems in both the private and public sector.

Geography

This curriculum is designed to provide an opportunity for the Geography major to achieve an Associate in Arts Degree in Geography for Transfer (AA-T in Geography) which completes the first and second year requirements for transfer to a four-year public California institution. This program is designed to prepare the student with a fundamental understanding and acquisition of knowledge in the Geography discipline.

Geology

This curriculum is designed to provide an opportunity for the Geology major to achieve an Associate in Science Degree in Geology for Transfer (AS-T in Geology) which completes the first and second year requirements for transfer to a four-year public California institution.

Global Studies

The Global Studies degree program explores world culture, development, inequality, social justice movements and environmental issues facing human populations. The program focuses on elements of modern globalization and international geography and incorporates courses from history, political sciences, environmental sciences and humanities.

Greenscape Maintenance Technology

This certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry-level and promotional positions in the public and private sectors of park and landscape maintenance. Job opportunities include: - public works maintenance worker, - arborist, - urban forester, - irrigation technician, - landscape and park maintenance worker positions.

Greenscape Maintenance Technology

Hairstyling Program

Hairstyling Program

Hardscape Maintenance Technology

This certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry-level and promotional positions in the public and private sectors of public works and street construction maintenance. Job opportunities include: - public works maintenance worker, - lead worker, - and supervisory positions.

Hardscape Maintenance Technology

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technician

History

This degree provides lower division preparation for students planning to transfer into history programs at four-year colleges and universities. Students will take history courses as well as courses in related fields required for history majors.

Human Resources Management

Human Resources Management - Level I

The Human Resources Management - Level I Certificate of Achievement encompasses an area of study that includes a overall study of basic business issues, ethical issues that arise in the business or management context, and various human resources and legal issues arising in the employment context.

Human Resources Management - Level I

Human Resources Management - Level II

The Human Resources Management - Level II Certificate of Achievement encompasses an area of study that includes more extensive study of management issues, organizational behavior issues, and a working understanding of Excel and/or the use of spreadsheets in the business management context.

Income Tax II (Income Tax Preparer)

The Income Tax II Certificate will provide our students with intermediate income tax training and help to prepare the student for tax preparer position within local income tax preparation practice as wells within a private and local governmental organization's accounting department. Job duties include preparing and filing federal and state income tax return for individuals and small businesses, reviewing tax returns, preparing estimated payments, and basic tax planning.

Income Tax II (Income Tax Preparer)

Income Tax I (Income Tax Assistant)

The Income Tax I Certificate will provide our students with basic income tax training and help to prepare the student for tax assistant position within local income tax preparation practice as wells within a private and local governmental organization's accounting department.

Income Tax I (Income Tax Assistant)

Information Technology

The Information Technology Certificate of Achievement is one of several certificate options available in the Information Technology and Information Systems (ITIS) program. The core competencies for this certificate include foundational skills in Information technology (ITIS 104-Information Technology, ITIS 107-Network Technology, and ITIS 115-Computer Information Systems) as well as foundational skills in computer programming (ITIS 141-Programming Fundamentals).

Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL)

Introduction to Automotive Service

Introduction to Careers in Health

IT Technician: Computer Retail Sales and Support

The IT Technician: Computer Retail Sales and Support Certificate of Achievement is the first stage of the IT Technician Pathway program designed to help you navigate your way from an entry-level job to working as an in-demand, well-paid IT Technician. The IT Sales Pathway is one possible career track for students interested in working as front-line employees handling customer requests and solving problems.

IT Technician: Support Specialist

The IT Technician: Support Specialist Certificate of Achievement is the second stage of the IT Technician Pathway program and prepares students to further develop their IT Technician Skills. While completing the network and server security coursework, students gain practical experience as they learn how to use Help Desk software.

Journalism

The Associate in Arts in Journalism for Transfer (AA-T) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a similar major such as Communications/Media Arts and Marketing at a CSU campus or for entry-level positions in the news/information industry. Students completing the AA-T degree in Journalism are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not necessarily to a particular CSU campus or major of their choice.

Kinesiology (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) program is designed to prepare students for CSU transfer to complete a bachelor's degree in kinesiology, exercise science, physical education, pre-physical therapy, athletic training and other related allied health professions. Interested students may also pursue careers as personal trainers.

Kinesiology (AS)

Kinesiology studies human anatomy and physiology and the mechanics of body movement both theoretically and in practice through physical activities. A diverse curriculum includes lower division theory courses designed for those who want to complete an Associate in Science in Kinesiology and meet transfer requirements.

Kinesiology - Human Performance

Kinesiology studies human anatomy and physiology and the mechanics of body movement both theoretically and in practice through physical activities. A diverse curriculum includes lower division theory courses designed for those who want to complete an Associate in Science in Kinesiology and meet transfer requirements.

Kinesiology - Sport Management

Kinesiology studies human anatomy and physiology and the mechanics of body movement both theoretically and in practice through physical activities. A diverse curriculum includes lower division theory courses designed for those who want to complete an Associate in Science in Kinesiology and meet transfer requirements.

Law, Public Policy, and Society

This degree emphasizes the development of communication skills, introduces students to the legal field and prepares students for further studies in a variety of majors. Students who opt to pursue this course of study are encouraged to engage in further exploration of one or more specific majors as they select electives for degree completion at the transfer institution.

Liberal Arts - Humanities

The Associate in Liberal Arts is designed for students who wish a broad knowledge of liberal arts and sciences plus additional coursework in an "Area of Emphasis." This area of emphasis would be an ideal choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or University of California as the student can satisfy their general education requirements, plus focus on transferable course work that relates to majors at CSU or UC.

Literature

This Certificate of Achievement requires the successful completion of thirteen - fourteen units of literature courses and may be used as verification of literature knowledge or competency for entry-level jobs in fields such as tutoring, editing and publishing, journalism, theatre and entertainment.

Literature

Management - Level I

The Management - Level I Certificate of Achievement encompasses areas that include an overall study of basic business issues, focused study on managerial-related issues in particular, organizational behavior issues, and written and oral communications in the workplace.

Management - Level I

Management - Level II

The Management - Level II Certificate of Achievement encompasses areas that include an overall study of human resources management issues that arise in the workplace, ethical issues that arise in organizations, and a working understanding of how managers use Excel and spreadsheets in organizations. This certificate is designed to enhance student knowledge in these areas to better prepare them for entry-level organizational management positions.

Marketing

The Marketing Certificate of Achievement encompasses an area of study which includes a overall study of basic business issues, as well as specific issues relating to marketing and advertising. This certificate is designed to prepare students to seek entry-level marketing and advertising jobs, and the courses supporting the certificate combine classroom lectures, demonstrations, and a wide use of technology to ensure relevant training.

Marketing

Mathematics

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for a career in mathematics. The problem solving skills taught in mathematics prepare students for a great number of job opportunities. A four-year degree could lead to employment in academics, a government agency, or an insurance agency.

Media Arts

The Media Arts Certificate of Achievement is an interdisciplinary certificate between digital art and design, photography, and journalism. The certificate is designed to provide students with opportunities to work in multiple areas of digital media.

Medical Terminology

Medium and Heavy-Duty Diesel Truck Technology

Prepares students for occupations in diesel engine technology, bus service and repair, medium and heavy truck service and repair, rail service occupations and/or provides an opportunity for advancement within these occupations. Employment is available in both the public and private sectors.

Medium and Heavy-Duty Truck Service, Diagnosis, and Repair Master Technician

Certificate in Medium and Heavy- Duty Truck Service, Diagnosis, and Repair Master Technician Upon completion of the required courses, students will receive the Medium and Heavy-Duty Truck Master Technician Certificate. This certificate requires the completion of the courses required for the Diesel Engine Service, Diagnosis and Repair Technician Certificate (p.

Music (AA)

This degree provides students with a foundational musical background, including music theory, history, rudimentary piano competency, performance and techniques/application.

Music (AA-T)

The discipline of music includes theoretical and practical courses, providing preparation in harmony, musicianship, history, applied study and performance. The degree program allows for a course of study that expands and increases personal performance techniques through practicum classes and music theory.

Nutrition and Dietetics

The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T) involves the understanding of nutrient metabolism and the relationship to optimal health including prevention of degenerative diseases. The course of study provides an integrated curriculum of nutrition coursework along with a solid background in the human body, chemical function and metabolism of nutrients, and the sociological implications of food and behavior.

Payroll Accounting

The Payroll Accounting Certificate of Achievement will provide our students with basic financial accounting training as well as specialized training in payroll accounting, helping to prepare the student for clerical positions within payroll departments of employers. Payroll clerk responsibilities include payroll tax accounting & reporting, payroll accounting systems maintenance & update, and posting payroll journal entries to accounting journals/ledgers.

Payroll Accounting

Peace Studies

Peace studies is a growing field in higher education. Students will be prepared for majors in peace studies, conflict resolution, and international relations and will develop skills necessary for rewarding careers in such areas as diplomatic and governmental services, the United Nations, nongovernmental organizations such as Amnesty International, the military, education, labor relations, social and economic development, and humanitarian relief.

Philosophy

Philosophy is the study of the nature of reality, knowledge, and values through a critical analysis of fundamental assumptions or beliefs. The study of logic, ethics, and the history of philosophy provides a means of systemizing, assimilating, and evaluating information and the development of philosophical perspective.

Photography

The Citrus College Certificate of Achievement in Photography is a digitally-based program designed to educate students in the technical, aesthetic, conceptual and ethical aspects of image production. The primary goal of the program is to provide a safe and challenging environment for students to produce a professional image portfolio for the purpose of gaining employment within the industry and/or acceptance into an advanced photography degree program.

Photography

The Citrus College Associate of Science Degree in Photography is a digitally-based program designed to educate students in the technical, aesthetic, conceptual and ethical aspects of image production. The primary goal of the program is to provide a safe and challenging environment for students to produce a professional image portfolio for the purpose of gaining employment within the industry and/or acceptance into an advanced photography degree program.

Physical Science

Physical science is a branch of science which focuses on the study of non-living systems. The Associate in Science in Physical Science is designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions as majors in chemistry or related science disciplines.

Physics

Physics, a natural science, is the scientific study of matter and energy and of the interaction between the two. This Associate Degree for Transfer in Physics (ADT) provides students with an understanding of the physical world, both conceptually and in the language of mathematics.

Political Science

The goal of the Political Science Program at Citrus College is to prepare students to develop a fundamental understanding of the systematic study of theories, institutions, and processes related to the distribution of power and its use in the maintenance of order and promotion of equality and justice.

Pre-Allied Health

The Pre-Allied Health degree provides students with a strong biology and chemistry foundation in preparation for Allied Health career fields such as nursing, dental hygiene, medical laboratory technology, and physical therapy. The Pre-Allied Health degree includes the pre-requisites for Registered Nursing programs at two-year colleges, and is transferable to Nursing and Health Science majors at various four-year institutions.

Pre-Engineering

Applying the principles of science and mathematics, engineers design and build systems, structures, and products that solve practical problems and meet human needs. Engineers continue to be in high demand worldwide in a broad range of industries, and job prospects are strong in the foreseeable future.

Psychology

Psychology is defined as the scientific study of behavior.

Public Relations

A general program that focuses on organizational communication, public relations, and advertising; and that prepares students to function in a wide range of public and private sector positions requiring the skills of persuasive communication.

Public Works Administration

These course offerings prepare new personnel for public works occupations and provide upgrading within these occupations. Job opportunities exist in both the public and private sectors.

Public Works Administration

This certificate of achievement program is designed to prepare students for promotional positions in the public works sector. Job opportunities include: - public works inspector, - public works maintenance lead worker, - maintenance supervisor, - street division supervisor, - public works superintendent, - and field operations manager positions.

Public Works Inspection

This certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry- level and promotional positions in the public works sector and heavy civil construction as well as general engineering type projects. Job opportunities include: - public works inspector, - public works maintenance worker, - lead worker, - and other supervisory positions.

Public Works Inspection

Public Works Maintenance Services

This certificate of achievement program is designed to prepare students for entry-level and promotional positions in the public works sector. Job opportunities include: - public works and landscape maintenance worker, - lead worker, - and supervisory positions.

Quickbooks

QuickBooks

The ability to utilize QuickBooks is a skill that businesses demand. Along with an understanding of fundamental accounting concepts, the QuickBooks Certificate of Achievement will enhance job prospects for the candidate that completes this program.

Real Estate

The Citrus College Real Estate Associate's Degree in Science provides the educational requirements for the real estate salesperson and broker licenses (issued by the State of California Department of Real Estate). Coursework prepares students for work in this dynamic profession.

Real Estate Appraisal

The Real Estate Appraisal Certificate is designed to provide students with the required competencies to enter careers in residential and commercial real estate appraisal. This program is intended to prepare students for the California real estate appraiser license exam, certified residential exam and certified general exam.

Real Estate Appraisal

Real Estate Broker

This is an overall comprehensive program that will provide the student with the mandated coursework necessary to become a State of California Real Estate Broker. The applicant must have completed five (5) required core courses and three (3) additional elective courses.

Real Estate Investing I

This certificate offers practical, real-world knowledge and professional skills needed to understand real estate financing, property management, real estate investing, lending policies and financing transactions in residential properties.

Real Estate Investing I

Real Estate Investing II

The Certificate of Achievement in Real Estate Investing II will provide a foundational understanding of real estate investment principles and techniques, as well as a broad overview of types of investible real estate and markets. Students who complete this certificate will gain an understanding of investment decision-making, deal analysis, and real estate investment markets, thus better preparing them for careers in the field.

Real Estate Investing II

Real Estate Sales

This is an overall comprehensive program that will provide the student with the mandated coursework necessary to become a State of California Real Estate Salesperson. The applicant must have completed two (2) required core courses and one (1) additional elective course.

Real Estate Sales

Recording Technology

The Recording Technology Degree Program is a hands-on, career education program which develops critical skills in audio engineering, live sound reinforcement, sound or film, television and gaming. The program teaches the audio basics necessary to engineer any kind of music and sound, from rock concerts to classical recordings, movie scenes to video games.

Registered Nursing

The Citrus College Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program, leading to an Associate in Science Degree with a major in Nursing, is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). The purpose of the nursing program is to educate students for entry level registered nursing positions in a variety of multicultural health care settings within the community.

Small Business Management

Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship - Level I

The Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship - Level I Certificate of Achievement encompasses an area of study which includes an overall study of basic business issues, legal and other business organizational issues, numerous issues faced by small business owners, and some basic bookkeeping principles and the use of relevant software.

Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship - Level I

Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship - Level II

The Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship - Level II Certificate of Achievement is intended to build on the Level I certificate by offering additional courses and advanced training and knowledge in areas relating to opening one's own business. It encompasses an area of study which includes advanced learning of additional business issues (including finance, marketing, spreadsheet use and analysis, and other relevant legal issues) faced by small business owners.

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Social Justice Studies

The ADT in Social Justice Studies is intended to meet the lower division requirements for various Social Science majors (or similar majors) at a CSU for students interested in baccalaureate programs in Social Justice, Ethnic Studies, Women or Gender Studies, or programs focused on ethnic groups such as Chicano/Latino Studies, African American Studies, Asian American Studies, or Native American Studies.

Social Sciences

The degree in social sciences is concerned with providing a broad understanding of the social, cultural, and intellectual world in which we live. Social science students have diverse interest in human problems and seek a liberal education in a broad spectrum of understandings, insights, and appreciations.

Sociology

This Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer degree (AA-T) provides lower division preparation for students planning to transfer into sociology programs. Students will take courses in sociology as well as related fields required for sociology majors.

Spanish

The Associate of Arts in Spanish for Transfer (AA-T) provides transfer majors with a strong foundation not only in the four basic language skills (listening comprehension, reading comprehension, speaking and writing), but also in the civilization and cultures of Spain and Latin America. The degree emphasizes the acquisition of communicative competence and the development of intercultural awareness, appreciation and understanding.

Special Inspection - Reinforced Concrete

Jurisdictions Having Authority (JHAs) within the L.A./Orange County region, require the use of special inspectors for certain specified building structural construction activities. Courses provide students with a thorough knowledge and application of the Building Code provisions related to Special Inspections.

Special Inspection - Reinforced Concrete

Stationary Power Generation Service, Diagnosis and Repair Technician

Completion of the career technical education program in Stationary Power Generation will earn completers a certificate of achievement in stationary power generation service, diagnosis and repair. This program prepares students for entry-level employment or advancement in the technical field of on-site, stationary power generator repair within industries such as the industrial power generation, marine power generation and diesel electric locomotive industries.

Studio Arts

The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer (AA-T), also called the Studio Arts AA-T Degree, prepares students to transfer to CSU campuses that offer bachelor's degrees in Studio Art. Students earning the Studio Arts AA-T will be granted priority for admission as a Studio Arts major to a local CSU, as determined by the CSU campus to which the student applies.

Theatre Arts (AA)

This degree is a fundamental exploration in the area of theatre arts, highlighting acting, technical theatre / design, theatre history and play analysis.

Theatre Arts (AA-T)

The discipline of theatre arts includes theoretical and practical courses in all aspects of theatre, providing preparation in acting, directing, and technical theatre through productions. The degree program allows for a course of study that expands and increases creativity.

Theatre Arts - Acting Emphasis

This degree is a fundamental exploration in the area of theatre arts focusing on performance styles and acting techniques.

Toyota/Lexus Technician

The courses listed in the Automotive Service, Diagnosis and Repair - Toyota/Lexus Technician certificate are selected to provide a comprehensive set of job skills needed by Toyota and Lexus technicians. In addition to improving the student's employability, the skills developed in each course will enhance their ability to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified in all eight ASE areas.

Visual Arts

The Visual Arts curriculum offers instruction in theory, practice and history. These three areas of study provide the foundation needed to begin a career in Visual Arts. The foundation courses meet prerequisite requirements to UC, CSU systems and four-year art schools.

Vocational Nursing

Successful completion of the program studies allows the student to become eligible to take the State Board Examination for Licensed Vocational Nurse (NCLEX).

Vocational Nursing

Successful completion of the program of studies allows the student to become eligible to take the State Board Examination for Licensed Vocational Nurse (NCLEX) and prepares them for employment as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.

Water Efficiency Management

This certificate prepares students for entry-level careers in water use efficiency and conservation. After completing the program, students may find employment as a specialist in water supply, water efficiency, program conservation, conservation outreach, natural resources, or environmental protection.

Water Efficiency Management

This degree prepares students for careers in water use efficiency and conservation. After completing the program, students may find employment as a specialist in water supply, water efficiency, program conservation, conservation outreach, natural resources, or environmental protection.

Water Technology

This program is designed to prepare students who wish to seek employment in the public drinking water supply industry or qualify for a more responsible position within the industry. These courses will be helpful to students who wish to prepare for the T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5 Water Treatment Operator and D1, D2, D3, D4, and D5 Water Distribution Operator certification examinations given by the California State Water Resources Control Board.

Water Technology

This program is designed to prepare students who wish to seek employment in the public water supply industry or qualify for a more responsible position within the industry. These courses will be helpful to students who wish to prepare for the T1, T2, T3, T4 and T5 Water Treatment Operator and D1, D2, D3, D4, and D5 Water Distribution Operator certification examinations given by the California Public Health Department.

Website Development

The Website Development Certificate of Achievement is one of several certificate options available in the Information Technology and Information Systems (IT IS) program. The core competencies for this certificate include foundational skills in Information technology (ITIS 104-Information Technology, ITIS 107-Network Technology, and ITIS 115-Computer Information Systems) as well as foundational skills in computer programming (ITIS 141-Programming Fundamentals).

Wildland Resources and Forestry

An associate degree in the Wildland Resources and Forestry program at Citrus College prepares students for a variety of pre-professional careers and a transferrable curriculum into a four-year university, leading to a baccalaureate degree in such areas as biology, botany, conservation, ecology, education, environmental science, forestry, horticulture, organismal biology, natural resources, rangeland management, recreation, soil science, wildland fire management and wildlife management.

Wildland Resources and Forestry

A certificate of achievement in Wildland Resources and Forestry prepares students for a variety of pre-professional careers and a transferrable curriculum into a four-year university, leading to a baccalaureate degree in such areas as biology, botany, conservation, ecology, education, environmental science, forestry, horticulture, organismal biology, natural resources, rangeland management, recreation, soil science, wildland fire management and wildlife management.

Workforce Readiness

Writing Competency

This certificate of achievement requires the successful completion of thirteen - fourteen units of English composition course work and may be used as verification of writing competency for entry-level jobs in fields including: - composition tutoring, - editing and publishing, - journalism, - pre-law, - theater and entertainment, - freelance writing, - university or college teacher assisting.

Writing Competency