Foothill College

Accounting

Accounting is the language of business. Accountants measure business activities, process that data into reports, and communicate the results to decision-makers.

Accounting

Accounting is the language of business. Accountants measure business activities, process that data into reports, and communicate the results to decision-makers.

Accounting Ethics

Acting

Advanced GIS

Advanced-Level Pharmacy Technician (ASHP/ACPE Accredited)

Advanced Software Development

Advanced Web Applications Development

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology

Air Conditioning Mechanic

Anthropology

Literally meaning 'the study of humankind,' anthropology sits on the boundaries between the natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities, and ponders basic questions about what it means to be human.

Anthropology (AA)

Literally meaning 'the study of humankind,' anthropology sits on the boundaries between the natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities, and ponders basic questions about what it means to be human.

Anthropology (AA-T)

Literally meaning 'the study of humankind,' anthropology sits on the boundaries between the natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities, and ponders basic questions about what it means to be human.

Apprenticeship - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology

The Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology program is offered in partnership with the Pipe Trades Training Center and the UA Local 467. It is a 5-year registered apprenticeship program that combines paid on-the-job training and in-class instruction, preparing students to service, analyze, maintain, and repair complex HVAC equipment.

Apprenticeship - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology

The Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology program is offered in partnership with the Pipe Trades Training Center and the UA Local 467. It is a 5-year registered apprenticeship program that combines paid on-the-job training and in-class instruction, preparing students to service, analyze, maintain, and repair complex HVAC equipment.

Apprenticeship - Air Conditioning Mechanic

The Air Conditioning Mechanic program is offered in partnership with Sheet Metal Local 104 and Bay Area Training Fund. This 5-year apprenticeship program provides students with in-class instruction and paid on-the-job training with a sheet metal contractor, in the service sector of the sheet metal and HVAC industry.

Apprenticeship - Air Conditioning Mechanic

The Air Conditioning Mechanic program is offered in partnership with Sheet Metal Local 104 and Bay Area Training Fund. This 5-year apprenticeship program provides students with in-class instruction and paid on-the-job training with a sheet metal contractor, in the service sector of the sheet metal and HVAC industry.

Apprenticeship - Inside Wireman

The Inside Wireman program consists of a comprehensive course of study necessary for career success as an Inside Wireman. Graduates will have acquired the knowledge and skills needed to function as an Inside Wireman, including foundation sciences, mathematics, safety, plan and code reading, as well as necessary job based skills.

Apprenticeship - Inside Wireman

The Inside Wireman program consists of a comprehensive course of study necessary for career success as an Inside Wireman. Graduates will have acquired the knowledge and skills needed to function as an Inside Wireman, including foundation sciences, mathematics, safety, plan and code reading, as well as necessary job based skills.

Apprenticeship - Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician

Non-destructive testing (NDT) is essential to companies in the shipping, construction, oil and gas, petrochemical, nuclear, automotive, and aerospace industries to keep end users safe, lower production costs, and maintain a uniform quality level. It helps prevent catastrophic failures like pipe leaks, airplane crashes, nuclear reactor failure, and ships sinking.

Apprenticeship - Plumbing and Pipefitting

Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship is offered in partnership with the UA Local 62 and the UA Local 467 Plumbers & Steamfitters. It is a 5-year registered apprenticeship program that provides in-class instruction and paid on-the-job training. Students learn how to build, assemble, and maintain sophisticated piping systems in various industrial and residential facilities.

Apprenticeship - Plumbing and Pipefitting

Plumbing and Pipefitting Apprenticeship is offered in partnership with the UA Local 62 and the UA Local 467 Plumbers & Steamfitters. It is a 5-year registered apprenticeship program that provides in-class instruction and paid on-the-job training. Students learn how to build, assemble, and maintain sophisticated piping systems in various industrial and residential facilities.

Apprenticeship - Plumbing Technology

The Associate in Science in Plumbing Technology degree program is conducted in partnership with the Pipe Trades Training Center apprenticeship program, five years in duration and requiring a minimum of 9,000 hours of on-the-job training. Students are recognized as journeypersons within the Pipe Trades industry.

Apprenticeship - Plumbing Technology

The Associate in Science in Plumbing Technology degree program is conducted in partnership with the Pipe Trades Training Center apprenticeship program, five years in duration and requiring a minimum of 9,000 hours of on-the-job training. Students are recognized as journeypersons within the Pipe Trades industry.

Apprenticeship - Retail Operations Specialist

The Certificate of Achievement in Retail Operations Specialist provides students with in-class instruction and paid on-the-job training to kickstart their careers with Goodwill of Silicon Valley and advance in the retail industry. Students will acquire skills in retail merchandising, pricing, the Kaizen mentality, and methods to solve organizational and workplace challenges.

Apprenticeship - Sheet Metal

The Sheet Metal trade is unique as it is one of the few crafts that starts with raw material, creates a component, and installs and maintains the product. Using a combination of mathematics, layout tools, and a variety of machines, workers manipulate the material into the product desired.

Apprenticeship - Sheet Metal

The Sheet Metal trade is unique as it is one of the few crafts that starts with raw material, creates a component, and installs and maintains the product. Using a combination of mathematics, layout tools, and a variety of machines, workers manipulate the material into the product desired.

Apprenticeship - Sound and Communication

The Sound and Communication Installer program is offered in partnership with the Northern California Sound and Communication Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee. This 3-year registered apprenticeship program provides supplemental in-class and online instruction and paid on-the-job training, where students learn how to install and service sound and communication systems.

Apprenticeship - Steamfitting and Pipefitting Technology

The Associate in Science in Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology degree program is conducted in partnership with the Pipe Trades Training Center apprenticeship program, five years in duration and requiring a minimum of 9,000 hours of on-the-job training. Students are recognized as journeypersons within the Pipe Trades industry.

Apprenticeship - Steamfitting and Pipefitting Technology

The Associate in Science in Steamfitting & Pipefitting Technology degree program is conducted in partnership with the Pipe Trades Training Center apprenticeship program, five years in duration and requiring a minimum of 9,000 hours of on-the-job training. Students are recognized as journeypersons within the Pipe Trades industry.

Apprenticeship - Test, Adjust and Balancing (TAB) Technician

Test, Adjust and Balancing (TAB) Technician is a registered apprenticeship program offered in partnership with Sheet Metal Local 104 and Bay Area Training Fund. This 5-year apprenticeship program provides day or evening class instruction and paid on-the-job training with a sheet metal contractor. This is a 'green' construction field growing due to the need for indoor air quality and energy efficiency compliance.

Apprenticeship - Test, Adjust and Balancing (TAB) Technician

Test, Adjust and Balancing (TAB) Technician is a registered apprenticeship program offered in partnership with Sheet Metal Local 104 and Bay Area Training Fund. This 5-year apprenticeship program provides day or evening class instruction and paid on-the-job training with a sheet metal contractor. This is a 'green' construction field growing due to the need for indoor air quality and energy efficiency compliance.

Archaeological Field Work

Art

The studio art program empowers students to learn diverse perspectives and practical portfolio-art skills for transfer into art schools and university studio art programs. The program offers a range of beginning to intermediate level ceramics, digital arts, drawing, life drawing, 2-D and 3-D design, painting, and art theory.

Art

The studio art program empowers students to learn diverse perspectives and practical portfolio-art skills for transfer into art schools and university studio art programs. The program offers a range of beginning to intermediate level ceramics, digital arts, drawing, life drawing, 2-D and 3-D design, painting, and art theory.

Art History

The Art History program provides students with an awareness of how art relates to economic, political, religious, and social contexts. Art history courses prepare students for transfer to upper division study by developing research and writing skills, critical thinking skills, and visual and information literacy, and provide fundamental training in world art studies.

Art History (AA)

The Art History program provides students with an awareness of how art relates to economic, political, religious, and social contexts. Art history courses prepare students for transfer to upper division study by developing research and writing skills, critical thinking skills, and visual and information literacy, and provide fundamental training in world art studies.

Art History (AA-T)

The Art History program provides students with an awareness of how art relates to economic, political, religious, and social contexts. Art history courses prepare students for transfer to upper division study by developing research and writing skills, critical thinking skills, and visual and information literacy, and provide fundamental training in world art studies.

Audio Post Production

Biochemistry

The major in biochemistry is primarily intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor degree. Biochemistry majors will take coursework similar to that required for admission to medical, dental, veterinary, and pharmacy schools, and can pursue a wide range of career opportunities in chemistry, biology, and related fields.

Bio-Health Diversity and Inclusion Leadership

Biological Sciences

The major in Biological Sciences is primarily intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor's degree. This major prepares students for careers in the health professions, teaching, forestry, agriculture, environmental protection and conservation, wildlife biology, biotechnology, basic research, and many other fields.

Biological Sciences

The major in Biological Sciences is primarily intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor's degree. This major prepares students for careers in the health professions, teaching, forestry, agriculture, environmental protection and conservation, wildlife biology, biotechnology, basic research, and many other fields.

Biology

The major in biology prepares students for careers in the health professions, teaching, forestry, agriculture, environmental protection and conservation, wildlife biology, biotechnology, microbiology, genetics, basic research, and many other fields. The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer degree prepares students for transfer to California State Universities.

Bookkeeping

Bridge to College ESL Pathway

Bridge to College Level English

Bridge to College Level Mathematics

Business Administration

The Business Administration program has a dual mission of transfer and workforce, providing students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare for transfer to four-year institutions and to pursue a career or develop their own businesses. Students take courses in specialized business fields such as accounting, finance, advertising, marketing, management, banking, and business information systems.

Business Administration

The Business Administration program has a dual mission of transfer and workforce, providing students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare for transfer to four-year institutions and to pursue a career or develop their own businesses. Students take courses in specialized business fields such as accounting, finance, advertising, marketing, management, banking, and business information systems.

Business Administration 2.0

The Associate in Science in Business Administration 2.0 for Transfer degree is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and majors in a related discipline at a CSU campus. Students completing this program are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not necessarily to a particular campus or major of choice.

Business and Marketing

Chemistry

Chemistry is often referred to as the 'central science' because it overlaps with many life science and physical science disciplines. The knowledge gained may be applied to wide-ranging fields such as medicine, pharmacy science, engineering, or environmental science. A chemistry associate degree is a great choice for students who want to explore science but are not sure about their specific career direction.

Child and Adolescent Development

The Associate in Arts in Child and Adolescent Development for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students to transfer to certain California State Universities. Students who complete the degree will be ensured preferential transfer status to CSUs in majors that may include Child Development, Child Adolescent and Family Studies, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Human Development.

Child Development

The Child Development Program is an academic and vocational training program that prepares students for future work as early childhood educators in diverse early childhood settings. Courses and certificates are designed to meet entry-level requirements and/or the requirements needed to obtain a California Child Development Permit.

Child Development

The Child Development Program is an academic and vocational training program that prepares students for future work as early childhood educators in diverse early childhood settings. Courses and certificates are designed to meet entry-level requirements and/or the requirements needed to obtain a California Child Development Permit.

Cloud Computing

Commercial Photography

Communication Studies

The Communication Studies department offers a wide variety of courses and special programs to meet the needs of our students. Coursework involves collaboration, presentation, listening, cross-cultural understanding, rhetorical analysis, argumentation, and professional communication, whether you aspire to become a communication specialist, enhance your marketability, or improve your people skills.

Communication Studies

The Communication Studies department offers a wide variety of courses and special programs to meet the needs of our students. Coursework involves collaboration, presentation, listening, cross-cultural understanding, rhetorical analysis, argumentation, and professional communication, whether you aspire to become a communication specialist, enhance your marketability, or improve your people skills.

Communication Studies 2.0

The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer degree is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies and majors in a related discipline at a CSU campus. Students completing this program are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not necessarily to a particular campus or major of choice.

Communication Studies II

Community Health Worker

The Certificate of Achievement in Community Health Worker welcomes new and experienced students. CHWs work directly with vulnerable community members through health navigation, education, and/or resource coordination, connecting underserved populations with community, clinic, and/or government services to improve individual health outcomes.

Computer Science

Computer programming, algorithms, data structures, and languages play an increasingly important role in academic, science, and business careers. The Associate in Science degree satisfies the transfer requirements of many disparate 4-year colleges and universities. Our up-to-date curriculum is also valuable for enhancing the career opportunities of working professionals.

Computer Science (AS)

Computer programming, algorithms, data structures, and languages play an increasingly important role in academic, science, and business careers. The Associate in Science degree satisfies the transfer requirements of many disparate 4-year colleges and universities. Our up-to-date curriculum is also valuable for enhancing the career opportunities of working professionals.

Computer Science (AS-T)

Computer programming, algorithms, data structures, and languages play an increasingly important role in academic, science, and business careers. The Associate in Science degree satisfies the transfer requirements of many disparate 4-year colleges and universities. Our up-to-date curriculum is also valuable for enhancing the career opportunities of working professionals.

CPA Exam Preparation - Audit

CPA Exam Preparation - Business Environment and Concepts

CPA Exam Preparation - Financial Accounting Reporting

CPA Exam Preparation - Regulations

CSU General Education-Breadth

Cybersecurity

Data Analytics

Dental Assisting

The Foothill College Dental Assisting Program is an intensive 10-month sequence of instruction. Graduates will be qualified to take the Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) examination and are eligible for the Certified Dental Assisting (CDA) examination. The program offers lecture, laboratory, and clinical courses in general and specialty dental practices.

Dental Assisting

The Foothill College Dental Assisting Program is an intensive 10-month sequence of instruction. Graduates will be qualified to take the Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) examination and are eligible for the Certified Dental Assisting (CDA) examination. The program offers lecture, laboratory, and clinical courses in general and specialty dental practices.

Dental Hygiene

Dental Hygiene

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

A diagnostic medical sonographer is qualified by professional credentials and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound. Coursework includes using sonography relevant to gynecology, obstetrics, abdominal subjects, superficial structures, and vascular applications.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

A diagnostic medical sonographer is qualified by professional credentials and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound. Coursework includes using sonography relevant to gynecology, obstetrics, abdominal subjects, superficial structures, and vascular applications.

Digital Marketing

Digital Photography Techniques

Early Childhood Education

The Child Development Program deepens the student's understanding of children, their families, and developmentally appropriate practices, while preparing students for careers in early childhood education. In addition to ensuring preferential transfer status to CSUs, the program offers a strong foundation in child development that allows students to immediately take classroom and lab learning into the workplace.

Early Childhood Education Fundamentals

Early Childhood Special Education

Economics (AA)

Economics is the study of how society allocates scarce resources (land, labor, capital) in an attempt to satisfy unlimited wants. It is broadly divided into two branches: Macroeconomics, concerned with the workings of the economy as a whole, and Microeconomics, which focuses on the role of individual decision-makers—consumers and firms.

Economics (AA-T)

Economics is the study of how society allocates scarce resources (land, labor, capital) in an attempt to satisfy unlimited wants. It is broadly divided into two branches: Macroeconomics, concerned with the workings of the economy as a whole, and Microeconomics, which focuses on the role of individual decision-makers—consumers and firms.

Educational Immersive Media

Education Technology Specialist

Electronic Music

Elementary After Care Education

Elementary Teacher Education

Students who complete the Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer degree will be ensured preferential transfer status to CSUs for Elementary Teacher Education/Liberal Studies majors. The degree requirements will fulfill the lower division major requirements at many CSUs.

Emergency Medical Technician

Emerging Educational Technology Leadership

Engineering

Engineers apply the theories and principles of science and mathematics to practical technical problems. The engineering major provides a solid foundation in what is normally referred to as the 'engineering core' at most colleges and universities, including mathematics, physics, chemistry, and introductory engineering courses such as circuit analysis and statics.

English (AA)

A major in English will prepare you to express your ideas, develop a distinct voice, and practice critical thinking skills that are valued in many diverse career fields, such as law, teaching, advertising, journalism, artificial intelligence, entertainment, communications, and business administration. In studying arguments and expository texts, you will explore diverse perspectives and develop your own critical reading and writing processes.

English (AA-T)

A major in English will prepare you to express your ideas, develop a distinct voice, and practice critical thinking skills that are valued in many diverse career fields, such as law, teaching, advertising, journalism, artificial intelligence, entertainment, communications, and business administration. In studying arguments and expository texts, you will explore diverse perspectives and develop your own critical reading and writing processes.

English as a Second Language-Beginning

English as a Second Language for College and Careers (Advanced)

English as a Second Language for College and Careers (High-Intermediate)

English as a Second Language for Food Service Workers

English as a Second Language-Intermediate

Enterprise Networking

This program prepares students to design, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot networks of all sizes. Skills gained include specification preparation, network management, network design, equipment and system sales, and software development. Laboratory courses provide students with hands-on experience to demonstrate the principles of Enterprise Networking.

Environmental Horticulture and Design

Environmental Horticulture and Design is a broad field encompassing the functional, aesthetic, and environmentally sound creation and care of our landscapes. Students learn to combine principles of environmental design, construction, and maintenance practices for urban, rural, and natural landscapes. The green industry is one of the largest employers in the United States.

Environmental Horticulture and Design

Environmental Horticulture and Design is a broad field encompassing the functional, aesthetic, and environmentally sound creation and care of our landscapes. Students learn to combine principles of environmental design, construction, and maintenance practices for urban, rural, and natural landscapes. The green industry is one of the largest employers in the United States.

Environmental Science

The Associate in Science in Environmental Science for Transfer degree is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science at a CSU campus. Students completing this program are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not necessarily to a particular campus or major of choice.

Film, Television, and Electronic Media

The Associate in Science in Film, Television, and Electronic Media for Transfer degree emphasizes media studies and will prepare students to transfer to a four-year university and for professional careers in a variety of media-related fields. The degree offers a strong foundation in the language, history, culture, and aesthetics of media.

Film, Television, and Electronic Media

The Certificate of Achievement in Film, Television, and Electronic Media prepares learners to transfer to San Francisco State University and San Jose State University and for professional careers in a variety of media-related fields. The program offers a strong foundation in the language, history, culture, and aesthetics of media.

Financial Accounting

Game Audio I

Game Audio II

Game Design

General Studies: Science

Because of the increasingly technological nature of our society, science majors will find an impressive array of options and exciting opportunities. A science major can provide preparation for a career in fields related to biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, astronomy, or engineering.

General Studies: Social Science

The Social Science major is recommended for transfer students as it provides a basic foundation for subsequent specialization in many liberal arts fields of study. The value of the degree is now recognized by business and industry as it requires a variety of skills demanded in business, education, health, law, and government, as well as the social services.

Geographic Information Systems Technology

Geospatial technology is the unifying tool with which spatial phenomena is explored, consisting of Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, and Remote Sensing. The Geographic Information Systems Technology program provides opportunities for career preparation and lifelong learning by providing courses that meet workforce needs.

Geographic Information Systems Technology

Geospatial technology is the unifying tool with which spatial phenomena is explored, consisting of Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, and Remote Sensing. The Geographic Information Systems Technology program provides opportunities for career preparation and lifelong learning by providing courses that meet workforce needs.

Geographic Information Systems Technology II

Geographic Information Systems Technology III

Geography (AA-T)

The Greek derivation of the word geography is 'earth description.' Geography studies natural features such as mountain ranges, rivers, valleys, forests, deserts, and grasslands, as well as human-made features such as cities, roads, dams, and bridges. Geography examines how human societies dynamically interact with each other and the environment, including how they are affected by a changing climate.

Geography (AS)

The Greek derivation of the word geography is 'earth description.' Geography studies natural features such as mountain ranges, rivers, valleys, forests, deserts, and grasslands, as well as human-made features such as cities, roads, dams, and bridges. Geography examines how human societies dynamically interact with each other and the environment, including how they are affected by a changing climate.

Global Studies

The Associate in Arts in Global Studies for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students to transfer into the California State University system. Students who complete the degree will be ensured preferential transfer status for Global Studies majors and majors in related disciplines such as Global Politics, International Relations, and International Studies.

Graphic and Interactive Design

As a student in the Graphic and Interactive Design program, you'll be immersed in courses that prepare you for employability in the ever evolving and innovative careers of graphic design, UI/UX design, web design, game design, and illustration. Students are taught and mentored by faculty members with years of professional graphic design experience.

Graphic and Interactive Design

As a student in the Graphic and Interactive Design program, you'll be immersed in courses that prepare you for employability in the ever evolving and innovative careers of graphic design, UI/UX design, web design, game design, and illustration. Students are taught and mentored by faculty members with years of professional graphic design experience.

Graphic Design

History (AA)

The History department offers courses that explore political, economic, social, and cultural themes of the past with a strong emphasis on global understanding and multicultural contributions. Courses cover the geographical globe from Eastern/Western Europe to Asia and the Americas.

History (AA-T)

The History department offers courses that explore political, economic, social, and cultural themes of the past with a strong emphasis on global understanding and multicultural contributions. Courses cover the geographical globe from Eastern/Western Europe to Asia and the Americas.

Humanities

The Humanities degree provides students with interdisciplinary perspectives on the existential questions of who we are as human beings, where we come from, and where we are headed. This degree emphasizes the principles and concepts in interdisciplinary thinking and problem solving that will transfer across disciplines and enrich professional careers.

Humanities

The Humanities degree provides students with interdisciplinary perspectives on the existential questions of who we are as human beings, where we come from, and where we are headed. This degree emphasizes the principles and concepts in interdisciplinary thinking and problem solving that will transfer across disciplines and enrich professional careers.

IGETC

Illustration

Infant and Toddler Development and Care

Inside Wireman

Interventional Pulmonology Assistant

Introduction to Sports Medicine

IT Support

Japanese

The study of Japanese is an excellent choice for students in the Bay Area since a considerable amount of business and trade occurs with Japan by California industries. The electronics and gaming industries are especially interested in employing persons who speak Japanese and are familiar with Japanese customs.

Kinesiology

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer degree will provide students with a strong foundation in the interdisciplinary academic study of human movement, physical activity, and sport, and prepare students to transfer to California State Universities. Graduates will have a solid foundation in kinesiology principles, anatomy and physiology, movement skills, and selected business, science, or health options.

Learning in New Media Classrooms

The Learning in New Media Classrooms (LINC) program offers Certificates of Achievement designed for students working in or planning for careers in education, extracurricular programs, and technology training in for-profit and nonprofit organizations.

Makerspace Coordinator

Mathematics (AS)

Mathematics and related subjects play important dual roles in our culture. On the one hand, mathematics is a study in its own right; on the other hand it is an indispensable tool for expressing and understanding ideas in the sciences, engineering, and an increasing number of other fields.

Mathematics (AS-T)

Mathematics and related subjects play important dual roles in our culture. On the one hand, mathematics is a study in its own right; on the other hand it is an indispensable tool for expressing and understanding ideas in the sciences, engineering, and an increasing number of other fields.

Music: General

The Associate in Arts degree in Music is a comprehensive course of study preparing the student to transfer to a four-year institution in music or a music related field, or to enter the music industry or a related field upon completion. Foothill's Music Department offers a wide variety of courses to satisfy the diverse interests and needs of its students.

Music: General

The Associate in Arts degree in Music is a comprehensive course of study preparing the student to transfer to a four-year institution in music or a music related field, or to enter the music industry or a related field upon completion. Foothill's Music Department offers a wide variety of courses to satisfy the diverse interests and needs of its students.

Music History & Literature

Music Technology

Foothill College's Music Technology Program (MTEC) offers cutting-edge curriculum, instruction, and hands-on training in the areas of digital media content creation based on real-world industry standards. MTEC integrates art and music with science and technology using a vocational strategy that enables students to realize a competitive advantage in an ever-evolving, digital-centric era.

Music Technology

Foothill College's Music Technology Program (MTEC) offers cutting-edge curriculum, instruction, and hands-on training in the areas of digital media content creation based on real-world industry standards. MTEC integrates art and music with science and technology using a vocational strategy that enables students to realize a competitive advantage in an ever-evolving, digital-centric era.

Music Technology Pro Tools

Nanny, Child, and Family Studies

Network Computing

Nutrition and Dietetics

Students who complete the Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer degree will be ensured preferential and seamless transfer status to CSUs for Nutrition and Dietetics majors and majors in related disciplines. This program prepares students with strong foundational knowledge in the science of human nutrition.

Online and Blended Instruction

Paramedic

The Foothill College Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The Paramedic curriculum is a rigorous 15 to 18-month sequence of instruction for students who have worked as EMTs for at least three months at full-time capacity, or the equivalent part-time experience, wishing to become paramedics.

Paramedic

The Foothill College Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The Paramedic curriculum is a rigorous 15 to 18-month sequence of instruction for students who have worked as EMTs for at least three months at full-time capacity, or the equivalent part-time experience, wishing to become paramedics.

Payroll Preparation

Personal Trainer

The Certificate of Achievement in Personal Trainer program is a multi-disciplinary educational experience. Instruction emphasizes assessment, program development, and proper mechanics through the principles of anatomy and exercise physiology, psychology, and small business practices. Hands-on experience is available through an array of fitness industry professional internships.

Pharmacy Assistant (Aide/Clerk)

Pharmacy Technician

The Advanced-Level Pharmacy Technician curriculum is a nine-month sequential program accredited by the Pharmacy Technician Accreditation Commission, with entry in the Fall Quarter only. This program prepares students for pharmacy technician positions in a variety of pharmacy settings—hospitals, nursing homes, community/retail, home health care, and public and government agencies.

Pharmacy Technician

The Advanced-Level Pharmacy Technician curriculum is a nine-month sequential program accredited by the Pharmacy Technician Accreditation Commission, with entry in the Fall Quarter only. This program prepares students for pharmacy technician positions in a variety of pharmacy settings—hospitals, nursing homes, community/retail, home health care, and public and government agencies.

Philosophy (AA)

Philosophy is the oldest academic subject in the world and its concerns have given rise to nearly all other specialized academic disciplines. Philosophy is an attempt to understand our reality, our attempts at knowledge, our quest for good and meaningful lives, and, most ambitiously, our construction of a society that might make these good lives possible.

Philosophy (AA-T)

Philosophy is the oldest academic subject in the world and its concerns have given rise to nearly all other specialized academic disciplines. Philosophy is an attempt to understand our reality, our attempts at knowledge, our quest for good and meaningful lives, and, most ambitiously, our construction of a society that might make these good lives possible.

Photography

The mission of the Foothill College Photography Department is to provide exceptional instruction in creative image-making and photographic techniques for vocational, general education, and transfer students. The program encourages students to develop their personal vision while building technical proficiency and critically examining photography's influence on visual culture.

Photography

The mission of the Foothill College Photography Department is to provide exceptional instruction in creative image-making and photographic techniques for vocational, general education, and transfer students. The program encourages students to develop their personal vision while building technical proficiency and critically examining photography's influence on visual culture.

Photography Criticism

Physical Education

Physical Education is a multi-disciplinary educational experience. These choices include the traditional concentrations in teaching and contemporary choices of fitness, dance, or athletic emphasis. Students interested in physical education, dance, and athletics are candidates for this program.

Physics (AS)

Physics, the fundamental science, conceptualizes the basic principles of the universe and establishes the foundation for astronomy, chemistry, and geology. The beauty of physics lies in a small number of powerful concepts which expand our view of the world around us and which lead to many engineering applications.

Physics (AS-T)

Physics, the fundamental science, conceptualizes the basic principles of the universe and establishes the foundation for astronomy, chemistry, and geology. The beauty of physics lies in a small number of powerful concepts which expand our view of the world around us and which lead to many engineering applications.

Plumbing Technology

Political Science (AA)

Political Science as a social science discipline is the systematic analysis of political power. Informed by theory and the scientific method, political scientists examine a variety of social and political phenomena including social and political behavior, public policy, and institutions. Major areas of specialization include American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public policy, and political economy.

Political Science (AA-T)

Political Science as a social science discipline is the systematic analysis of political power. Informed by theory and the scientific method, political scientists examine a variety of social and political phenomena including social and political behavior, public policy, and institutions. Major areas of specialization include American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public policy, and political economy.

Program Supervision and Mentoring

Psychology (AA)

Psychology stands at the intersection of the biological sciences and the humanities because of its study of mental processes, emotions, and behavior. Using the scientific method, psychology investigates many aspects of human behavior, including how the brain and nervous system function, mental illness, therapies, development over the lifespan, learning and memory, and social and group dynamics.

Psychology (AA-T)

Psychology stands at the intersection of the biological sciences and the humanities because of its study of mental processes, emotions, and behavior. Using the scientific method, psychology investigates many aspects of human behavior, including how the brain and nervous system function, mental illness, therapies, development over the lifespan, learning and memory, and social and group dynamics.

Public Health

The Associate in Science in Public Health for Transfer degree prepares students for transfer to California State Universities. The major in Public Health prepares students for careers in the health professions, local, state and federal agencies, health departments, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, research organizations, crisis agencies, and many other fields.

Radiologic Technology

Radiologic Technology is a science combining advanced technology and human compassion. Radiologic Technologists use their knowledge of physics, human anatomy and physiology to create permanent medical images. This is a profession that requires a dependable personality with a mature and caring nature.

Research, Design and Development for Global Good

Residential Plumbing

Residential Wireman

Respiratory Care

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapy is a dynamic and challenging healthcare profession. Therapists work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in intensive care units and hospital floor care areas. They are involved in the treatment, management, and rehabilitation of patients with lung and heart problems.

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapy is a dynamic and challenging healthcare profession. Therapists work with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in intensive care units and hospital floor care areas. They are involved in the treatment, management, and rehabilitation of patients with lung and heart problems.

Retail Operations Specialist

Semiconductor Engineering

The Certificate of Achievement in Semiconductor Processing provides foundational knowledge and skills necessary for safely and efficiently moving wafers through the semiconductor processing stages in a cleanroom work environment. This certificate is open to all students with an interest in learning more about semiconductor processing.

Semiconductor Processing

Sheet Metal Building Trades

Sheet Metal Building Trades

Social Justice Studies

Social justice is the idea that all members of a society are entitled to equal rights and equal opportunities. Social Justice Studies recognizes the social inequality and inequities in society—particularly regarding race and ethnicity, and gender and sexuality—and works in its analysis toward creating a more equitable society.

Social Work and Human Services

The Associate in Arts in Social Work and Human Services for Transfer degree is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in Social Work and majors in a related discipline at a CSU campus. Students completing this program are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not necessarily to a particular campus or major of choice.

Sociology (AA)

Sociology is the scientific or systematic study of human groups and societies and patterns of interaction in real-life settings. It uses a variety of research and theoretical perspectives to analyze and explain human social behavior and social change. As all human behavior is essentially social, sociology students examine a wide range of human interactions.

Sociology (AA-T)

Sociology is the scientific or systematic study of human groups and societies and patterns of interaction in real-life settings. It uses a variety of research and theoretical perspectives to analyze and explain human social behavior and social change. As all human behavior is essentially social, sociology students examine a wide range of human interactions.

Software Development in C++

Software Development in Java

Software Development in Python

Songwriting

Sound and Communication Installer

Spanish

Spanish is the language of the majority of Western hemisphere countries and is also the fastest growing language in California. For those planning to work in the health industry, education, law or public service, knowledge of Spanish is an invaluable asset. A degree in Spanish is an excellent way to expand career opportunities.

Spanish (AA)

Spanish is the language of the majority of Western hemisphere countries and is also the fastest growing language in California. For those planning to work in the health industry, education, law or public service, knowledge of Spanish is an invaluable asset. A degree in Spanish is an excellent way to expand career opportunities.

Spanish (AA-T)

Spanish is the language of the majority of Western hemisphere countries and is also the fastest growing language in California. For those planning to work in the health industry, education, law or public service, knowledge of Spanish is an invaluable asset. A degree in Spanish is an excellent way to expand career opportunities.

Spanish-Advanced

Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine is a multi-disciplinary educational experience. Instruction emphasizes injury prevention, emergency care, and rehabilitation through the principles of anatomy, physiology, pathology, bio-mechanics, and psychology. Hands-on experience is available to the student intern through the Athletic Treatment Center.

Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine is a multi-disciplinary educational experience. Instruction emphasizes injury prevention, emergency care, and rehabilitation through the principles of anatomy, physiology, pathology, bio-mechanics, and psychology. Hands-on experience is available to the student intern through the Athletic Treatment Center.

Steamfitting and Pipefitting Technology

STEAM Instructional Leadership

Studio Arts

Studio art is the study of visual art through hands-on studio experience and understanding of the history of art. The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer degree is a solid preparation for transfer majors to local California State Universities in various areas in studio art, and includes core foundation level drawing, two-dimensional and three-dimensional design, and art history.

Tax Specialist

Test, Adjust and Balancing (TAB) Technician

Theatre Arts

The Theatre Arts department is an important center for theatre training encompassing acting, performance, literature, design, and technical studies. Branches of the department include theatre technology, actor training, and the general studies program for both majors and non-majors.

Theatre Arts (AA)

The Theatre Arts department is an important center for theatre training encompassing acting, performance, literature, design, and technical studies. Branches of the department include theatre technology, actor training, and the general studies program for both majors and non-majors.

Theatre Arts (AA-T)

The Theatre Arts department is an important center for theatre training encompassing acting, performance, literature, design, and technical studies. Branches of the department include theatre technology, actor training, and the general studies program for both majors and non-majors.

Theatre Costume and Makeup

Theatre Production Organization

Theatre Technology

The Foothill College Theatre Technology program prepares theatre students for entry-level positions in professional and community theatre and for transfer to a four-year institution. A comprehensive two-year program, Theatre Technology offers the student an opportunity to explore the fundamentals of a variety of practical career opportunities.

Theatre Technology

The Foothill College Theatre Technology program prepares theatre students for entry-level positions in professional and community theatre and for transfer to a four-year institution. A comprehensive two-year program, Theatre Technology offers the student an opportunity to explore the fundamentals of a variety of practical career opportunities.

Veterinary Assisting

Veterinary Technology

The Foothill College Veterinary Technology program is an academically challenging two-year, AVMA-accredited course of training that prepares the student for employment as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). The program focuses on building competency in essential skills through hands-on training and personal attention to students.

Veterinary Technology

The Foothill College Veterinary Technology program is an academically challenging two-year, AVMA-accredited course of training that prepares the student for employment as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). The program focuses on building competency in essential skills through hands-on training and personal attention to students.

Visual Storytelling and Comic Arts

Web Applications Development

Web Design

Women's Studies

The Women's Studies major offers both male and female students opportunities to study the experiences, history, contributions, and cultural images of women domestically and internationally, with a strong emphasis on global understanding and multicultural contributions. Courses from a variety of traditional disciplines are included within the major.