Los Angeles Southwest College

Academic Success

Administration of Justice

Administration of Justice (AA)

The Associate of Arts in Administration of Justice addresses the principles and practices of the criminal justice system and prepares students for one of several careers in law enforcement.

Administration of Justice (AS-T)

The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Criminal Justice Bachelors program, guaranteeing admission upon completion. It provides a Transfer Model Curriculum preparing students for a variety of criminal justice careers.

Advanced ESL

African American Studies

An Ethnic Studies degree with an African American Studies option that examines the cultures, languages, historical and contemporary issues of racialized groups, with focus on the African American experience.

American Cultures Studies

An Ethnic Studies degree combining coursework across the study of the cultures, languages, and historical and contemporary issues of African Americans, Asian Americans, Chicano/Latino, and Native American groups.

Anthropology

Anthropology (AA)

The Associate of Arts in Anthropology includes foundational coursework in all four fields of the discipline: biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, archaeology, and linguistics.

Anthropology (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer assists students in seamlessly transferring to a CSU into the Anthropology Bachelors program.

Apple Coding Developer

Apple Coding Developer teaches learners to be app developers capable of bringing their own ideas to life, covering iOS development tools and industry best practices and building on the Apple Coding Foundations certificate.

Apple Coding Foundations

Apple Coding Foundations exposes learners to the art and practice of mobile application development for the Apple iOS operating system through Objective-C, Xcode IDE, and Swift, building a foundation in programming with Swift.

Art

The General Associate in Arts Degree aligns with lower-division major requirements for the art major at UC and CSU. Students develop a transfer and exhibition-ready portfolio and prepare for junior positions in fields like fine arts and design.

Art History

The Art History Associate in Arts degree aligns with lower-division major requirements for the art major at UC and CSU. Students examine the sociological, cultural, and aesthetic contexts of art and can parlay the degree into fields such as fine arts, art criticism, museum studies, English, history, and anthropology.

Associate of Arts in Social Justice Studies

Associate Teacher

The Child Development Associate Teacher pathway prepares students with foundational competency skills for early childhood education and meets the minimum coursework requirements for the California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.

Basic Computer Literacy for College and Career 

Beginning ESL

Beginning High ESL

Beginning Low ESL

Biology

The Biology program provides a comprehensive foundation in biological sciences, preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions and careers in fields such as healthcare, research, and environmental science.

Building and Grounds Worker

Business Administration

The Associate in Science in Business Administration for Transfer is intended for students interested in transferring to a CSU with a major in Business Administration, exposing students to core principles and practices in the field of business.

Business Administration 2.0

Certified Internet Webmaster Associate (CIWA)

The CIWA program prepares students to design and develop functional internet applications by creating standards-compliant HTML/XHTML documents and analyzing essential CGI, database, and networking concepts.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide

The Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide Certificate is a Career Technical Education program combining basic nursing skills, clinical experiences, and foundational courses, preparing students to take the state certification examinations for CNA and Home Health Aide.

Chemical Dependency Counselor

The Chemical Dependency Counselor Certificate of Achievement provides academic preparation and fieldwork experience for individuals employed, or preparing for employment, in public and private agencies serving clients with alcohol and drug problems.

Chemical Dependency Counselor Program

Chemical Dependency Specialist in Criminal Justice

This certificate equips students with skills in intake interviewing and treatment planning for individuals involved in the justice system and prepares them to support recovery within correctional and community programs.

Chicano Studies

An Ethnic Studies degree with a Chicano Studies option examining the cultures, languages, and historical and contemporary issues of racialized groups, with focus on the Chicano/Latino experience.

Child Development

The Associate in Arts in Child Development includes core courses that prepare students to implement quality equitable practices, educate and nurture young children, and provide services to the community in early childhood careers.

Children with Special Needs

The Children with Special Needs pathway prepares students to work with children of diverse ages, abilities, and cultures who are at risk for developmental delays and disabilities or identified with special needs in inclusive and natural environments.

Cloud Computing

Cloud Computing AWS

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

College and Career Success

Communications Studies

The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Communication Bachelors program. Students build a foundation for future creative, interpretive, analytical work and portfolios in Communication Studies.

Communication Studies

Community Care Licensing Director

The Community Care Licensing Director pathway allows students to complete core courses required by the California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Title 22 to supervise and administer private childcare centers and family child care homes.

Computer Applications and Office Technology

Computer Science: Homeland Security and Computer Network

Computer Science: Homeland Security Network Administrator

Computer Science: Information Technology

The Associate in Science in Computer Science: Information Technology provides a strong foundation in computer science, programming, networking, databases, and information security, preparing students for transfer or entry-level IT employment.

CSU General Education

CTE Career Exploration

CTES Career Exploration for ESL Students

Custodial Technician Preparation

Customer Service

Dance

This program provides a comprehensive foundation in dance theory, techniques, and skills, with emphasis on historical and contemporary dance styles, choreography, study of movement, nutrition, and injury prevention.

Early Childhood Curriculum

The Early Childhood Curriculum pathway allows students to enter advanced courses specializing in early childhood curriculum development, working toward higher education and career ladder goals in advanced curriculum.

Early Childhood Education

The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (Child Development) at a CSU campus, providing priority admission with junior status.

Early Literacy Development

The Early Literacy Development program is a focused pathway for students desiring to specialize in early literacy development, covering foundational principles of language and literacy to support emergent literacy in young children.

Electronics Technology

EMT Preparation

Engineering

The Engineering and Technology discipline offers a Pre-Engineering skill set with instruction in three foundation courses required for several engineering majors such as civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering.

Engineering Graphics

The Engineering Graphics program provides a skill set with instruction in both 2-D and 3-D Computer Aided Drafting software courses, achievable in one semester.

English

English (AA)

The AA in English provides an overview of English literature and composition with flexibility for individual interests, ideal for students who want to improve their critical reading and writing skills.

English (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in English for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the English Bachelors program, providing a Transfer Model Curriculum aimed at improving reading, thinking, and writing skills.

ESL Communication Skills

ESL for Citizenship

ESL Life Skills

ESL Literacy

ESL Transition

Ethnic Studies: African American Studies

Ethnic Studies: American cultures Studies

Ethnic Studies: Chicano Studies

Ethnic Studies: Native American Studies AA

Facilities Maintenance Attendant

Family Child Care

The Family Child Care Certificate of Achievement teaches students the essentials of developing and owning a family child care business, including budgeting, marketing, and state licensing regulations.

Fingerprinting

The Fingerprinting certificate provides hands-on training in fingerprint analysis and classification for use in law enforcement and investigative settings.

Forklift Safety

Fundamentals of Robotics

Geography

LASC offers a comprehensive Geography program designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of geographic concepts, spatial analysis, and cartographic techniques.

Geology

LASC offers a comprehensive Geology program designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of geological principles and processes.

Global Entrepreneur I

The Global Entrepreneur I Certificate provides fundamental knowledge, language, leadership, and communication skills in entrepreneurship and small business in a global context.

Global Entrepreneur I

Global Entrepreneur II

The Global Entrepreneur II Certificate spans all stages of small business development, from defining an idea and managing finances to building marketing strategies and managing an operation in diverse global markets.

High School Equiv Test Preparation

History

History (AA)

The Associate of Arts in History includes coursework that aligns with lower-division major requirements for the history major at UC and CSU.

History (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in History for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the History Bachelors program, guaranteeing admission upon completion.

Homeland Security and Computer Network

This certificate equips learners with the skills to be successful in the Homeland Security and Computer Networks field, covering networking essentials and security, server administration, principles of information systems security, and computer forensics.

Homeland Security and Network Administrator

This certificate equips learners with skills to enter the Computer Science Homeland Security field, focusing on networking essentials and security, server administration, and network security including configuration and controls.

HSE Language Arts

HSE Math

ICT - Communications Technology Essentials

ICT Communications Technology Essentials

The Communications Technology Essentials program helps students develop knowledge of hardware components, software, data communications, and technical knowledge of the Internet including Internet protocols.

ICT - Cyber Security Technology Essentials

ICT Cyber Security Technology Essentials

This certificate focuses on the fundamentals of personal online security and safety, training students in desktop security, Internet security, wireless network security, and personal security.

ICT - Information Technology Essentials

ICT Information Technology Essentials

The Information Support and Services pathway prepares students in basic computer fundamentals, programming, and logic as they relate to technologies that support desktops, networks, infrastructure, and information management.

ICT Media Technology Essentials

The Design, Visual, and Media Arts pathway introduces students to web design, multimedia, and gaming using industry-recognized software and cutting-edge digital tools for innovative digital media design.

ICT Media Technology Essentials

IGETC

Income Tax Form Preparation

The Income Tax Form program trains students to prepare and assemble Federal and California individual tax returns while developing the ability to research tax issues and provide basic guidance in tax planning.

Infant and Toddler Studies

The Infant and Toddler pathway prepares students to care for infants and toddlers (0-36 months) across development domains, focusing on the core competencies to create respectful, reciprocal, culturally inclusive relationships.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Interdisciplinary Studies

Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts & Humanities

The Arts & Humanities interdisciplinary studies sequence brings together the arts, literature, philosophy, and foreign language in a structured program that enhances writing and critical thinking skills and provides a foundation for a wide range of undergraduate majors.

Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts & Humanities II

An interdisciplinary studies sequence bringing together the arts, literature, philosophy, and foreign language, offering options designed to support transfer, career advancement, or lifelong learning goals.

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES: SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE

Interdisciplinary Studies: Social & Behavioral Science

The Interdisciplinary Studies degree is designed for students seeking a greater understanding of disciplines within the social and behavioral sciences and planning to transfer to CSU or UC.

Interdisc. Studies (Opt. 1): Social and Behavioral Sciences

Intermediate ESL

Intermediate High ESL

Intermediate Low ESL

Introduction to Apple World and Ecosystem

Introduction to Building and Construction Trades

Introduction to Carpentry

Introduction to Community Health Workers

Introduction to Drywall Lathing

Introduction to Hospitality

Job Training Preparation

Journalism

Journalism (AA)

The journalism curriculum prepares students to work in the field or transfer after further study, for careers as reporter, writer, editor, designer, or cartoonist at a print or online newspaper or magazine, and in broadcast settings.

Journalism (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in Journalism for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Journalism Bachelors program, teaching students to report and write news, shoot news photographs, and design a college newspaper.

Kinesiology

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Kinesiology Bachelors program, providing a Transfer Model Curriculum covering biomechanical, physiological, psychological, and sociocultural approaches to human movement.

LASC/LAPD Partnership

The LASC/LAPD Partnership Certificate teaches students what it takes to be in law enforcement and prepares them for the ethical and constitutional considerations officers face, including physical agility, interview preparation, mentorship, and a paid internship with the LAPD.

Law Office Specialist

The Law Office Specialist program provides the knowledge and skills to navigate the judicial system, prepare and manage legal documents, and conduct research to support legal arguments for entry-level roles in legal offices.

Liberal Arts: Administration of Justice

The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts: Administration of Justice provides a comprehensive foundation in the principles, practices, and critical perspectives of the criminal justice system.

Liberal Arts: Child Development

The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts: Child Development pathway includes Child Development core courses that prepare students to implement quality practices and provide services to young children and families.

Liberal Arts: English

The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts: English is designed for students who want a broad education focused on reading and writing but do not plan to pursue an English major, strengthening critical thinking, reading, and communication skills.

Liberal Arts: Natural Science

The Liberal Arts: Natural Science area of emphasis is an interdisciplinary option for students who desire a broad study in the natural science disciplines including anatomy, biology, chemistry, geology, microbiology, physical science, physiology, and physics.

Liberal Arts: Natural Sciences

Liberal Arts: Psychology of Substance Abuse

The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts: Psychology of Substance Abuse provides a foundation in the scientific study of behavior, cognition, and emotion with emphasis on the psychological and clinical aspects of substance abuse.

Liberal Arts: Real Estate

The Associate in Arts in Real Estate prepares students for careers in the real estate industry and provides a foundation for pursuing professional licensure or transfer opportunities.

Liberal Studies (teaching preparation)

Liberal Studies: Teaching Preparation

The Associate in Arts in Liberal Studies: Teaching Preparation provides a broad interdisciplinary foundation for careers in education, emphasizing communication, critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and research skills for future educators.

Management/Supervision

The Associate in Arts in Management/Supervision prepares students for careers in business management, supervision, and organizational leadership, with foundational knowledge in business principles, law, accounting, economics, and office applications.

Mathematics

Mathematics: Computer Science

The Associate in Science in Mathematics: Computer Science provides a strong foundation in mathematics and programming, emphasizing problem-solving through algebra, calculus, trigonometry, and linear systems alongside object-oriented programming.

Mathematics: General

Medical Assistant

Music

The Music Associate of Arts degree provides practical skills in theory, musicianship, piano, and performance. It may serve as a basis for further undergraduate study or prepare the student for entry into the music industry.

Native American Studies

An Ethnic Studies pathway focused on the cultures, languages, and historical and contemporary issues relating to Native Americans.

New World of Work I

New World of Work II

New World of Work III

New World of Work IV

Nursing

The Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) program prepares students for entry-level practice as registered nurses in diverse healthcare settings, integrating nursing theory, clinical practice, and critical thinking toward NCLEX-RN success.

Nutrition and Dietetics

The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Transfer Degree is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Nutrition and Dietetics Bachelors program, concentrated in nutritional science, medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, and food science.

OSHA for General Industry

OSHA for the Construction Industry

Pan American Studies

Pathway to Success

Personal Trainer

This certificate prepares students for the NASM Certification Exam and to become effective personal trainers, designing individualized programs based on each client's unique health, fitness, and goals.

Phlebotomy Technician I

Photovoltaics

Physics

Physics (AS)

The Physics program provides students with a solid foundation in physics, preparing them for further study or careers in various STEM fields.

Physics (AS-T)

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Physics Bachelors program, providing a Transfer Model Curriculum in all aspects of the physical universe.

Political Science

Political Science (AA)

The Associate of Arts in Political Science aligns with lower-division major requirements at UC and CSU, preparing students for upper-division coursework through civic engagement and critical analysis of current theories, leadership, and economic issues.

Political Science (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU or UC into the Political Science Bachelors program, guaranteeing admission upon completion.

Positive Guidance and Family School Relations

The Positive Guidance and Family School Relations pathway is a student-centered program that prepares students to create culturally sensitive and equitable partnerships with families in a positive, respectful, and trauma-informed way.

Private Investigations

This certificate gives students the skills to perform investigative work for private investigation firms, insurance companies, state agencies, business and others.

Professional Spanish

The Professional Spanish certificate equips students to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking clients, including correct pronunciation, workplace communication, and writing simple business correspondence in Spanish.

Psychology

Psychology (AS)

The Associate of Science in Psychology provides a foundation for more advanced psychology courses and prepares students to transfer to four-year institutions with which articulation agreements exist.

Psychology (AS-T)

The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Psychology Bachelors program, providing a Transfer Model Curriculum with skills in psychology, biology, sociology, statistics, and research.

Public Health

The Associate in Science in Public Health for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Public Health Bachelors program, designed around protecting the environment, identifying sources of illness, and promoting healthy behavior.

Public Service

This certificate introduces students to careers in advocacy, government, and civic engagement, building foundational knowledge for political leadership and entry-level roles in local, state, and federal service.

Real Estate Broker

Real Estate: Salesperson

The Real Estate Salesperson Skills Certificate provides foundational knowledge and skills to pursue a career in real estate sales and satisfies the educational requirements to sit for the California Real Estate Salesperson License Examination.

Recovery Specialist

The Recovery Specialist certificate prepares students to support individuals in substance abuse recovery, covering the recovery process, intake interviewing, and treatment planning in clinical settings.

School Age Program

The School-age pathway develops students' foundational skills to foster the cognitive, physical, social/emotional, and creative development of school-age populations for work with children ages 5-12 in diverse learning environments.

Small Business Entrepreneurship Level I

The Small Business Entrepreneurship Level I certificate helps prospective entrepreneurs launch new ventures or strengthen managerial and business skills, covering the fundamentals of starting and operating a business.

Small Business Entrepreneurship Level II

The Small Business Entrepreneurship Level II certificate builds on the Level I foundation by expanding knowledge of supervision, accounting, sales, e-commerce, and applied computer applications for those who want to start, manage, or expand a small business.

Social Justice

Social Justice Studies

Completion of the Social Justice Certificate of Achievement results in increased civic engagement and leadership, giving students tools for self-empowerment and insight into careers in nonprofit, governmental, educational, and community-based organizations.

Social Justice Studies

The Associate in Arts in Social Justice Studies for Transfer explores connections between the ideals and realities of justice by examining inequalities based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and class.

Social Services

Social Services is a certificate program offered at Los Angeles Southwest College.

Sociology

Sociology (AA)

The Associate of Arts in Sociology includes coursework that aligns with lower-division major requirements for the sociology major at UC and CSU.

Sociology (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Sociology Bachelors program, guaranteeing admission upon completion.

Spanish

Spanish (AA)

The AA in Spanish is for students who want to develop understanding and appreciation of the Spanish language and culture and to communicate with the Spanish-speaking world.

Spanish (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Spanish Bachelors program, providing a Transfer Model Curriculum with a sequence of Spanish courses.

Studio Arts

The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer is intended for students planning to transfer to a CSU into the Studio Arts Bachelors program. It provides a Transfer Model Curriculum with a broad range of visual arts courses to build a foundation for creative, interpretive, analytical work and portfolios.

Teacher Assistant

The Teacher Assistant certificate prepares students to support classroom instruction in public schools, exploring challenges in education and effective teacher assisting techniques.

Theater

The Associate in Arts in Theater provides a comprehensive foundation in performance, production, and the study of theater as a cultural and artistic practice, preparing students for performance opportunities or further study.

Theatre Arts

The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer provides a foundation in performance, production, and the study of theater and is designed for students who intend to transfer to a four-year theater or related program.

Web Site Designer

The Website Designer program equips students with skills to create and manage websites using industry tools such as Dreamweaver, integrating multimedia elements like graphics, sound, video, and plug-in applications.

Workforce Preparation

Workplace Readiness – Allied Health

Workplace Safety I

Workplace Safety II

Workplace Safety III

Workplace Safety IV