Los Angeles Pierce College

Accounting

This program is designed to prepare a student for entry into the business community as an accounting clerk or a middle-management trainee.

Acting

This certificate prepares students for careers in the performing arts by equipping students with skills, competency, and a professional work ethic.

Addiction Studies

The Addiction Studies Program provides education and training in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to function effectively in the field of addictive diseases and life style disorders.

Addiction Studies

The Addiction Studies Program provides education and training in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to function effectively in the field of addictive diseases and life style disorders.

Administration of Justice

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Administration of Justice offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Administrative Professional

The Administrative Professional Program prepares students for supervisorial and managerial positions in business offices, directed toward the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) designation.

Administrative Professional

The Administrative Professional Program prepares students for supervisorial and managerial positions in business offices, directed toward the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) designation.

Agriculture Animal Sciences

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Agriculture Animal Sciences offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Agriculture: General

This program is designed to give students a broad background to prepare them for many different occupations in the field of agriculture and agricultural business.

Agriculture Plant Science

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Agriculture Plant Science offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

American Sign Language/Interpreting

This program is designed to prepare for entry level employment as an ASL/English interpreter for deaf and hearing people.

American Sign Language/Interpreting

This program is designed to prepare for a career in interpreting for deaf and hearing people, training students to function as a facilitator between the deaf person and the hearing person.

American Sign Language Studies

The AA degree in American Sign Language provides a linguistic exploration of ASL and an examination of the culture of Deaf people, providing a pathway for communicative fluency and lower-division major preparation to transfer.

Anthropology

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Anthropology offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Applied Music

The Certificate in Applied Music provides training needed for an entry-level position in the music performance and studio teaching fields.

Architectural Technology

This program prepares students for employment working alongside architects, contractors, construction managers, and engineers within a sustainability framework, and for transfer into accredited architecture schools.

Architectural Technology

This program is designed to prepare students interested in obtaining employment as architectural technicians or transferring to schools of Architecture.

Art

This degree is designed to provide students with a broad depth of exposure to the Art discipline.

Art History

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Art History offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Automotive Emission Specialist

This certificate program prepares the student to become a California Smog Check Technician.

Automotive Light Service Technician

This certificate program prepares the student for employment in a service station, tire store, brake/front end shop, or a general service garage.

Automotive Performance Applications

The Automotive Performance Application certificate is designed for students who desire advanced in-depth instruction, helping them prepare for entrance and advancement in the automotive performance industry.

Automotive Powertrain Specialist

This certificate program prepares the student to become an Automotive Heavy Line Technician.

Automotive Service Technology

This associate degree prepares the student to work in the automotive service and repair field, developed in collaboration with industry.

Automotive Service Technology

The Certificate Program is designed for students wishing to complete only the technical requirements of the Automotive Service Technology Associate Degree program and secure employment.

Beginning English as a Second Language (Mid-Beginning)

Biology

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Biology offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Biomanufacturing Technician

The General Biomanufacturing Certificate builds upon the Biotech Laboratory Assistant certificate, developing foundational knowledge in the manufacturing process of biological products such as monoclonal antibody manufacturing.

Biotechnology

The Biotechnology A.S. Degree is an interdisciplinary training program with coursework introducing basic laboratory techniques, molecular biology, plant engineering, molecular diagnostics, quality, and biomanufacturing.

Biotechnology Lab Assistant

The Biotechnology Lab Assistant Certificate is the entry level certificate within the stackable Biotech certificate, equipping students with essential laboratory skills to perform entry level lab procedures.

Biotechnology Research Lab Assistant

The Biotechnology Research Lab Assistant Certificate is part of the stackable Biotech certificate, introducing basic techniques in biotechnology laboratories, molecular biology, quality, and biomanufacturing.

Bookkeeper

Business Administration 2.0

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Business Administration 2.0 offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Business Information Worker

The Business Information Worker (BIW) Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level office and administrative support in a variety of job positions.

Cal-GETC

CAOT: General Administrative

The General Administrative Program prepares students for employment in business, government, and educational offices using automated systems, emphasizing language skills and computer-based office software.

CAOT: General Administrative

The General Administrative Program prepares students for employment in business, government, and educational offices using automated systems and procedures.

Career Exploration: Biotechnology Careers

Ceramic Design

This degree is designed for students wishing to study ceramics.

Chicana and Chicano Studies

The A.A. in Chicano Studies is a multi-disciplinary program offering courses in the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Basic Skills Development, generating an awareness and understanding of Mexican Americans in the United States.

Child Development

Students who complete this AA degree are eligible to apply for the Teacher Level Child Development Permit through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Child Development: Associate Teacher

With additional G.E. units and required experience, the student will be eligible for the Child Development Permit as defined under Title 5, enabling the student to teach in federal and state preschool programs.

Citizenship

Cloud Computing and Networking for Amazon Web Services

The Cloud Computing program prepares students to design solutions for Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) architectures by provisioning computing instances, establishing virtual private networks, and managing databases and storage.

Cloud Computing Fundamentals for Amazon Web Services

The Cloud Computing program prepares students to design solutions for Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) architectures within a secure online environment.

Cloud, Networking, and Cybersecurity

This two-year program provides in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience for students who wish to start or enhance careers in Cloud, Networking, and Cybersecurity, preparing them to design and deploy secured network domains.

Commercial Music

The Certificate in Commercial Music provides training needed for an entry-level position in music recording, live concert and event sound reinforcement, audio postproduction, and developing music technology fields.

Communication Studies 2.0

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Communication Studies 2.0 offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Community Health Worker

Computer Applications

Students are prepared for employment in business, government, and educational offices using computerized systems, with emphasis on word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

Computerized Accounting

Students are prepared for entry-level employment using automated systems for bookkeeping and accounting applications, processing financial data, and creating managerial reports.

Crime and Intelligence Analysis

This is an 18-unit certificate that provides students with the conceptual knowledge and analytical skills required for crime and intelligence analysts in the public and private sector.

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice is a career-oriented liberal arts major focusing upon the interrelationship among crime, the criminal justice system, and society as a whole.

CSU-General Education

Custodial Scheduling Supervisor Training

Custodial Technician Preparation

Cybersecurity

This certificate provides graduates with the skills needed to defend networks and information systems against cyber-attacks, with extensive hands-on experience protecting an organization's data and operations.

Dance Studio Management

The Certificate in Dance Studio Management provides the framework for dance students who wish to work in commercial areas of the dance field, including studios and competitions.

Desktop Publishing

Provides students with the knowledge and skills to create professional-looking documents for business, government, and educational institutions using high-end desktop publishing and imaging software.

Developing English as a Second Language (High-Beginning)

Dog Grooming

Drawing

This degree is for students majoring in Drawing.

Early Childhood Education

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Early Childhood Education offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Early Childhood Fundamentals for Success

Economics

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Economics offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

EKG Technician

Electric Vehicle Services for Light-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles

Electronics: Analog

A certificate in Analog Electronics.

Electronics and Electric Technology: Electronics

Designed in collaboration with the electronics industry, completion of this program prepares the student for employment as an electronics technician.

Electronics: Communications

A certificate in Communications Electronics.

Electronics: Digital

A certificate in Digital Electronics.

Elementary Teacher Education

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Elementary Teacher Education offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Engineering

This degree is designed for the student planning to transfer to a four-year college or university as an engineering major.

Engineering Graphics and Design Technology

This associate degree program provides students with competency skills in computer-aided design (CAD) software and knowledge of design and manufacturing processes and drafting standards.

Engineering Graphics and Design Technology

This certificate program is intended for students who are looking to develop marketable skills in computer-aided design (CAD) software and drafting standards.

English

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in English offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Entering English as a Second Language (Low-Beginning)

Environmental Science

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Environmental Science offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Equine Science

This is a 29 unit program in Horse Science that provides in-depth course work and hands-on experience for students who wish to work in the horse industry.

Equine Science

This is a 2-year program in Horse Science that provides in-depth course work and hands-on experience for students who wish to work in the horse industry, providing employment opportunities in Stable/Ranch Management.

Essential English Communication Skills

Expanding English as a Second Language (Low-Intermediate)

Film, Television, and Electronic Media

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Film, Television, and Electronic Media offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Financial Literacy

Floral Design and Management

This program teaches students the flowers and plants used primarily in the florist trade. Laboratory work covers corsage making, flower arrangements, and funeral offerings; lectures include shop management, buying, and salesmanship.

French

The main objective of the French program is to enable students to understand, speak, read, and write French, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the multicultural French speaking world.

Gardening: Advanced

These programs are designed to prepare a student for employment in the field of horticulture by various private companies, governmental agencies, or to become self-employed.

Gas and Electric Welding

The Associate of Science in Gas and Electric Welding is intended for students looking to develop their trade skills pursuant to the standards established by the American Welding Society.

Gas and Electric Welding

The Gas and Electric Welding Certificate is intended for students looking to develop their trade skills pursuant to the standards established by the American Welding Society.

GED Preparation and Foundational Skills

GED Preparation for Spanish Speakers

General Business

This program is designed to provide a broad formal business education for those students thinking of starting their own business, with great latitude in course selection.

General Studies: Arts and Humanities

General Studies: Gender Studies

General Studies: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

General Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences

General Studies with an Area of Emphasis

This degree provides an opportunity for students to earn an Associate of Arts by completing 18 units in an area of emphasis: Arts and Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences, STEM, or Gender Studies.

Geographic Information Systems

This program gives students skills and knowledge needed to enter or advance their careers in Geographic Information Systems, with technical skills applicable in occupations such as crime analysis, agriculture, business, and marketing.

Geography

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Geography offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Geology

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Geology offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Geriatric Caregiver

Graphic Design

This program provides specialized training in Graphic Design for employment.

Graphic Design

This program is planned for students who expect to make advertising art or graphic design their vocation.

Graphic Design for the Web

This certificate is planned for students who expect to start a career in graphic design with a specialty in web design.

Health Science

The Associate of Science degree in Health Science is for students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution or complete entrance requirements for health career programs.

History

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in History offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Horticulture: General

The General Horticulture AS program serves students who wish to expand their plant knowledge which may lead to a career in orchard or tree care, nursery, greenhouse, or sales.

Hospitality Management

The Hospitality Management Certificate prepares students for entry to mid-level positions and entrepreneur opportunities in the Hospitality Industry.

Hospitality Management

The Hospitality Management Certificate prepares students for entry to mid-level positions and entrepreneur opportunities in the Hospitality Industry.

IGETC - General Education

Infant Care Teacher

Completion of 15 units meets the State Department of Social Services minimum requirements for Infant Care Teacher in private, for-profit and nonprofit centers as defined in Title 22.

Integrated Education Training for Community Health Worker

International Business

The Business Administration International Certificate Program is designed to enable the student to function in many types of international jobs within a reasonable amount of time.

Internship Workplace Support

Italian

The main objective of the Italian program is to enable students to understand, speak, read, and write Italian, and to develop an appreciation of the culture, history, and literature of Italy.

Japanese

The main objectives of the AA program in Japanese are to develop competence in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Japanese, and to provide an understanding and appreciation of the language and culture.

Journalism (AA)

Journalism courses are taken by those planning careers in communications: reporting, broadcast news, and public relations. Students learn to recognize news, conduct interviews, and work on college print and online publications.

Journalism (AA-T)

Journalism courses are taken by those planning careers in communications: reporting, broadcast news, and public relations. Students learn to recognize news, conduct interviews, and work on college print and online publications.

Kinesiology

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Kinesiology offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Landscape Design and Management

The Landscape Design A.S. program prepares budding landscape designers with intimate knowledge of blueprints, gardening, and the ability to design and use plant materials, on a firm foundation in soil and plant science.

Landscape Technician

Latin American Studies

The Latin American Studies Program offers a broad and flexible interdisciplinary approach designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Latin America.

Law, Public Policy, and Society

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Law, Public Policy, and Society offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Legal Office Procedures

The Legal Office Procedures program prepares students for employment in a legal office, emphasizing legal terminology and the preparation of legal proceedings and cases.

Legal Office Procedures

The Legal Office Procedures program prepares students for employment in a legal office, emphasizing language skills, legal terminology, and the preparation of legal proceedings and cases.

Legal Office Skills

Management and Supervision

This program is designed to meet the needs of employed persons desiring to prepare for supervisory positions, and supervisors who wish to advance to more responsible positions.

Marketing

This certificate prepares students for basic entry-level positions in sales, retailing, and other aspects of marketing, with exposure to relevant computer applications.

Marketing

This program prepares students to enter the broad area of marketing for the business enterprise, with a background in the distribution of products and services from producers to the ultimate consumer.

Mathematics (AA)

A student may earn a Mathematics Associate in Arts by satisfactory completion of at least 18 units in mathematics courses, in addition to the Associate Degree Common Requirements.

Mathematics (AS-T)

A student may earn a Mathematics Associate in Arts by satisfactory completion of at least 18 units in mathematics courses, in addition to the Associate Degree Common Requirements.

Medical Assistant: Front and Back Office

Medical Front Office Assistant

Music (AA)

This program is designed for students desiring the Associate of Arts Degree in Music. Students planning to transfer should consult with a counselor regarding elective provisions.

Music (AA-T)

This program is designed for students desiring the Associate of Arts Degree in Music. Students planning to transfer should consult with a counselor regarding elective provisions.

Music Theory and Musicianship

The Certificate in Music Theory and Musicianship provides training needed to apply and/or teach music theory and aural skills in a music studio or larger music education curriculum.

Networking Technology

This program was developed for students who wish to take a technical program to prepare themselves for employment in the computer network technology field.

Numerical Control Programming

The Certificate Program is designed for students wishing to complete only the technical requirements of the Numerical Control Programming Associate Degree program and secure employment.

Numerical Control Programming

Numerical Control (CAM - Computer-Aided Manufacturing) uses specially prepared instructions to control the operation of manufacturing equipment such as machine tools, inspection machines, laser machines, and robots.

Nursing

The Nursing Program is accredited by the California Board of Registered Nursing. The graduate is prepared to function as an entry-level nurse.

Office Administration: Advanced Computer Applications

After completing the Computer Applications certificate program, students are prepared for entry-level positions in an automated office.

Office Clerical

Prepares students for entry-level office positions, with skills in computer keyboarding, proofreading, editing, and business letter formatting.

Office Communications

Students are prepared for employment in offices, emphasizing keyboarding and language skills to prepare business documents, handle telephone inquiries, use e-mail, and complete forms.

Painting

This degree is for students majoring in Painting.

Payroll Accounting

This certificate prepares students for basic entry-level accounting support positions in payroll administration, with exposure to relevant computer applications.

Personal Computer Service Technology

This program provides graduates with on-demand industry skills to install, configure, and support hardware and software on personal computers, mobile devices, and small wired and wireless networks.

Philosophy

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Philosophy offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Phlebotomy Technician I

Photography

The photography program teaches visual communication including producing images that tell stories, illustrate ideas, record events, express moods, make a statement, shape contemporary culture, and sell.

Photography

The photography program teaches visual communication including producing images that tell stories, illustrate ideas, record events, and sell products.

Photojournalism

The photo program uses digital cameras and processing, with a state-of-the-art digital photo lab where students use Mac computers for image processing and printing as done in the industry.

Physics

A Associate in Science for Transfer program in Physics offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Political Science

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Political Science offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Preschool

Completion of 12 units meets the State Department of Social Services minimum requirements for Child Care Center fully qualified teacher in private, for-profit centers as defined in Title 22.

Preschool Director

Completion of 15 units meets the State Department of Social Services minimum requirements for Child Care Center Director in private, for-profit centers as defined in Title 22.

Preschool Teacher

With additional G.E. units and required experience, the student will be eligible for the Child Development Permit as defined under Title 5, enabling teaching in federal and state preschool programs.

Pre-Veterinary Medicine

The Pre-Veterinary Degree is an academically rigorous program that provides a solid foundation to students interested in applying to veterinary college.

Programming for Business

This degree program provides graduates with the skills needed to produce computer programs in a business/industrial environment or transfer to a 4-year institution.

Programming for Business

This certificate program provides graduates with the skills needed to produce computer programs in a business/industrial environment.

Programming for Computer Science

This degree program provides graduates with the skills needed to produce computer programs in a technical environment or transfer to a 4-year institution.

Psychology

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Psychology offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Public Relations

The Public Relations Certificate is a CTE certificate that prepares students to become public relations professionals, either working for a company or starting their own business.

Public Relations

Public relations courses are taken by those planning careers in public relations, marketing, journalism, and business, with emphasis on clear and creative writing and organizing campaigns.

Real Estate Fundamentals

Recording Arts

The Certificate in Recording Arts provides training needed for an entry-level position in music recording, sound reinforcement, audio post production, and developing music technology fields.

Retail Management (WAFC)

Completion of the Retail Management Certificate program results in two certificates being issued, one from the college and another from the Western Association of Food Chains.

Routing Technology

The Certificate in Routing and Switching Technologies prepares students to support, design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot local and wide area networks, and to prepare for industry certifications such as Cisco CCNA.

School Age Child Care Teacher

Completion of 15 units meets the State Department of Social Services minimum requirements for Child Care Center School Age Programs Teacher/Aide as defined in Title 22.

Sculpture

This degree is for students majoring in Sculpting.

Small Business Accounting

This certificate prepares students for basic entry-level bookkeeping and other support positions in small and medium-sized businesses.

Social Justice: General

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Social Justice: General offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Social Media

The goal of the Social Media Certificate is to prepare students to obtain employment in social media or to use social media skills in other areas, producing images, videos, articles, blog posts, and podcasts.

Sociology

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Sociology offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Spanish

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Spanish offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Speaking English as a Second Language

Studio Arts

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Studio Arts offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Tax Preparation

This certificate prepares students for basic entry-level bookkeeping and other support positions in the tax preparation industry.

Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional

This program prepares students for entry-level employment in elementary and secondary education, training them in the various aspects of teacher assisting for public or private schools.

Technical Theatre

This is a two-year program in Technical Theater that provides in-depth course work and hands-on experience and training in several areas of current technical theater production.

Theater

This program provides instruction in theater history, literature, acting, and technical stage work, with public performances of plays and opportunities for practical experience.

Theater: Costume

The Costume Design AA is a professional quality transferable education plan for theater artists, giving students valuable skills in Technical Theater as it relates to Costuming.

Theater: Dance

The AA in Theater: Dance prepares students to acquire skills in performance, choreography, and production, as well as knowledge and appreciation of the role of dance in society.

Theater: Technical

The Technical Theater AA is a professional quality transferable education plan giving students valuable skills in all major areas of Technical Theater over four semesters of study.

Theatre Arts

A Associate in Arts for Transfer program in Theatre Arts offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Tutor Training

UCTP Chemistry

A University of California Transfer Pathway (UCTP) Associate's Degree program in UCTP Chemistry offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

UCTP Physics

A University of California Transfer Pathway (UCTP) Associate's Degree program in UCTP Physics offered at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Veterinary Technology

Earning an A.S. degree in Veterinary Technology qualifies a student to sit for the national and state board exams, providing the skills and knowledge necessary for employment as a Registered Veterinary Technician.

Web Development, Programming and Scripting

This program is designed for students who desire to create and administer websites using Web Development software, client side and server side programming and scripting.

Website Development

This program was designed for students who wish to create and administer web sites using various server side programming languages and prepare for employment in this field.

Word Processing: Microsoft Word for Windows

Students may obtain a basic word processing certificate in Microsoft Word, providing the skills required for entry-level employment in offices using Microsoft Word software.

Workplace Success

Workplace Success: Managing Anger