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Accounting

The Associate of Science Degree in Accounting is a four-semester course of study designed to prepare students for a career in Accounting as an Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper, Payroll Clerk or entry-level Accountant. Candidates must complete all required courses with a grade of "C" or above.

Accounting-Bookkeeping

Successful completion of the Bookkeeping Certificate program will provide the skills necessary for an entry-level accounting clerk or bookkeeping job.

Accounting: Bookkeeping

Addiction Studies

The Addiction Studies certificate program is designed for students pursuing employment as a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor, also called Certified Addictions Treatment Counselors (CATC's), in the State of California. The program follows the standards for CCAPP which certifies educational programs.

Addiction Studies

Addiction Studies

The Addiction Studies A.S. degree program is designed for students pursuing employment as a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor, also called Certified Addictions Treatment Counselors (CATC's), in the State of California. It incorporates the Addiction Counseling Competencies published by the US Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse Treatment Administration.

Administration of Justice

Administration of Justice (AS)

The Associate of Science Degree in Administration of Justice is a four-semester course of study. Students are required to complete 60 units to include: General Education, Administration of Justice core courses and Electives. Courses are available in a face-to-face, hybrid and online format.

Administration of Justice (AS-T)

The AS-T in the Administration of Justice is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree. California Community College students who are awarded an AS-T degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and given priority admission consideration to their local CSU campus or to a program that is deemed similar to the Criminal Justice and Criminology major.

Anthropology

The Anthropology curriculum provides a strong behavioral sciences foundation applicable to many undergraduate programs and prepares students for a broad range of public and private sector employment. The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Anthropology.

Architectural Drafting and Design

This certificate will help students prepare for a future in architectural drafting and design as an entry level architectural drafter in the residential and commercial building industry using Building Information Modeling (BIM) and will prepare them for continuation in the Digital Design Graphics Technology Program.

Art History

Art History (AA)

This degree provides students a strong foundation in European and non-European visual culture, from pre-history to the contemporary period. Upon successful completion students will be able to pursue a baccalaureate degree at a public or private university.

Art History (AA-T)

This degree option provides a comprehensive foundation in art history in preparation for transfer in the field to a Baccalaureate program in the California State University system. The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Art History.

Business Administration

The Business Administration Associate Degree is designed to provide students with a broad basis and foundational background in business. The degree focuses on the practical skills necessary for students to work in a variety of positions in business.

Business Administration 2.0

The Associate in Science in Business Administration 2.0 for Transfer acknowledges that the student has established a foundation of business and management. This foundation can be used as a basis for further study towards a baccalaureate degree at a transfer institution.

Business and Entrepreneurship-Business Marketing

This is an entry level marketing certificate for individuals interested in assisting in a marketing department.

Business-Marketing

CalGETC

Career Communication

The Certificate of Achievement in Career Communication focuses on employment and professional growth for workers and individuals looking for personal growth and employability. This includes public speaking, cultural understanding and diversity, listening skills, conflict management, effective group communication and persuasion.

Career Communications

Child and Family Studies

This certificate is designed for individuals in career fields working with young children and families. It provides foundational knowledge about how children develop and learn; the role of the family in the child's care and education; and how to communicate with empathy to develop nurturing relationships with children, parents and co-workers.

Child and Family Studies

The Napa Valley College Child and Family Studies Program prepares students to work as teachers with young children in public and private early care and education programs. Upon completion of the A.S. Degree, the student is eligible for the California Child Development Teacher Permit available through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Child and Family Studies-Assistant

The Assistant Certificate is designed as an entry level certificate for the field. This certificate is the first step toward becoming teacher qualified for early care and education settings per the Title 22 and Title 5 regulations and contains the courses required for the Child Development Assistant Permit through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Child and Family Studies Associate Teacher

Child and Family Studies-Associate Teacher

The Associate Teacher Certificate is the second level certificate offered by the program. Completion of this certificate when combined with experience qualifies individuals working in a licensed early care and education program to be entry level teachers per the Title 22 regulations and contains the courses required for the Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.

Child and Family Studies Associate Teacher with Administration

Child and Family Studies-Associate Teacher with Administration

The Associate Teacher with Administration Certificate is designed to prepare individuals to be directors of licensed early care and education programs. Completion of this certificate when combined with experience qualifies individuals working in a licensed early care and education program to be an entry level Director of a facility per the Title 22 regulations.

Child and Family Studies-Early Childhood Intervention

The Early Childhood Intervention Certificate Program provides education and training to students wishing to gain more knowledge and/or skills about children with disabilities and other special needs, birth to age 6. Students completing the program will gain knowledge about special education from a culturally sensitive and family focused perspective.

Child and Family Studies-Master Teacher Specialization

Four (4) Specialization Certificates are offered to meet the specialization requirement for the Master Teacher Permit. Students choose one (1) of the four (4), six unit course combinations.

Combination Welding Technician

The Combination Welding Technician Certificate of Achievement prepares the student for more advanced placement in an entry level position in the welding industry of their choice.

Communication Studies

Communication Studies 2.0

The Associate of Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer provides students the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate effectively with diverse individuals in interpersonal, small group, and public speaking settings, and provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Communications.

Community Health Worker

Computer Science

The Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer is designed for students desiring advanced degrees in Computer Science and provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Computer Science. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Content Marketing

This certificate prepares individuals for marketing coordinator positions utilizing industry content as the basis of a business marketing strategy.

CSU General Education

Culinary Arts-Advanced

This program will build upon basic culinary skills, incorporating more complex techniques that are needed to perform varying work duties that require professional culinary training. It will create a foundation for the successful employment of the student into the culinary-hospitality industry.

Culinary Arts-Professional

The Culinary Arts Professional Associate Degree is designed to be a foundational basis for those seeking a career in culinary arts. It can be used as a stand alone achievement in professional development, as well as a precursor to pursuing a Bachelors Degree in related fields.

Dance

This degree provides a comprehensive foundation in Dance. The Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Dance will provide knowledge and skills that can be applied to a variety of educational and vocational pathways.

Digital Art

This degree provides entry-level digital art skills and lower division major preparation courses for students preparing for transfer to a BA or BFA program in digital art fields such as 2D and 3D animation, concept art, gaming, and multimedia.

Digital Art and Graphic Design

Digital Design Graphics Technology

This is a comprehensive four-semester certificate that enables a student to be employable as an entry level design drafter and three-dimensional (3D) artist with the versatility to work in a wide range of drafting and 3D graphic fields. The program is also an Autodesk Authorized Training Center (ATC).

Digital Design Graphics Technology

Digital Design Graphics Technology

This is a comprehensive four-semester program that enables a student to be employable as an entry level design drafter and three-dimensional (3D) artist with the versatility to work in a wide range of drafting and 3D graphic fields. The program is also an Autodesk Authorized Training Center (ATC).

Early Childhood Early Intervention

Early Childhood Education

The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Studies. California Community College students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Economics

The program strives to motivate students to strengthen their problem-solving, analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and communication skills. The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Economics.

Elementary Teacher Education

This program is designed for students interested in a career as an Elementary School Teacher. It is designed to meet the introductory content area subject matter requirements for teaching at the elementary school level and for transfer to a California State University.

EMT-P Paramedic

Paramedicine is an allied health profession whose specialty is to provide pre-hospital emergency medical care at the Advanced Life Support (ALS) level. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions.

EMT-P Paramedic

Paramedicine is an allied health profession whose specialty is to provide pre-hospital emergency medical care at the Advanced Life Support (ALS) level. The knowledge and skills acquired through the program will prepare students to meet the professional responsibilities outlined in the paramedic scope of practice per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22.

EMT-P: Paramedic

EMT-P: Paramedic

English

The purpose of the Associate in Arts in English for Transfer is to provide students with a foundation of knowledge in English which satisfactorily prepares them for transfer to the CSU/UC system for further study towards a baccalaureate degree in English or a related field.

Entrepreneurship

This Entrepreneurship Certificate prepares students interested in owning their own business to also manage and supervise employees.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship

The Associate in Science (A.S.) in Entrepreneurship degree provides students with the mindset, decision-making skills, confidence, and relationships necessary to turn ideas into market-ready products, services, businesses, or ventures. Stackable Entrepreneurship Certificates are embedded into the program.

Environmental Science

The Associate in Science in Environmental Science for Transfer is an interdisciplinary program that includes courses in geology, chemistry, math, physics, biology, and economics. Students develop a critical understanding of how the natural world works, how humans interact and impact the environment, and how to develop sustainable solutions to environmental challenges.

ESL: High-Intermediate Academic

ESL: Low-Advanced Academic

ESL: Low-Intermediate Academic

ESL: Pre-Intermediate Academic

Ethnic Studies

The Associate's of the Arts Degree in Ethnic Studies will provide students with a critical understanding of the complex and diverse experiences and contributions of major ethnic groups in the United States including African Americans, Chicanx/Latinx Americans, Asian Pacific Islander Americans, Native Americans, and Arab Americans.

Film, Television and Electronic Media

Film, Television, and Electronic Media

The Associate in Science in Film, Television and Electronic Media for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Cinema/Film/Video/Electronic Media. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Fire Resilient Landscaping

General Studies

Geographic Information Systems

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate provides students the geospatial problem-solving skills and knowledge needed to either enter, or advance, in a variety of careers including urban planning, emergency services, resource extraction, environmental science, agriculture, and business development. Students work with ESRI ArcGIS software to develop their skills.

Geographic Information Systems

Graphic Design

This degree provides entry-level graphic design skills and lower division major preparation courses for students preparing for transfer to a BA or BFA program in graphic design.

History

The Associate in Science in History for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in History. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Hospitality Management

The Associate in Science in Hospitality Management for Transfer is designed to expose students to the fundamentals of the hospitality industry, the second largest employer in the Napa Valley region, and provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism.

Hospitality Management

The Hospitality Management Program is designed to expose students to the fundamentals of the hospitality industry, which is the second largest employer in the region. Students will receive in-depth training in skills necessary to be successful in the service industry.

Human Services

The Human Services Program is designed to teach students entry level helping skills to work in the high demand field of Human Services. Students will gain knowledge of human service delivery systems; communication skills for working with individuals, groups and diverse populations; case management techniques; and will have field experiences in one or more human service agencies.

Human Services

The Human Services Program is designed to teach students entry level helping skills to work in the high demand field of Human Services. Students will gain knowledge of human service delivery systems; communication skills for working with individuals, groups and diverse populations; case management techniques; and will have field experiences in one or more human service agencies.

IGETC

Intermediate Basic Culinary Skills

The Intermediate Basic Culinary Skills Certificate provides students with the skills and knowledge used in basic culinary positions within the food and beverage sector of the hospitality industry, including sanitation, safety, culinary operations and production, baking and pastry production, and garde manger production.

Introductory Basic Culinary Skills

The Introductory Basic Culinary Skills Certificate provides students with the skills and knowledge used in basic culinary positions within the food and beverage sector of the hospitality industry, including sanitation, safety, and culinary operations and production.

Kinesiology

Kinesiology is the study of human movement. The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer prepares students for advanced study in several exercise and movement related fields and provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Kinesiology.

Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement-Administration of Justice

The Law Enforcement Certificate provides students with a concentrated program of study in the Criminal Justice system. This certificate does not meet the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements related to the Basic Police Academy.

Law Enforcement-Career Preparation

The program will enable students to explore various careers in law enforcement including police officer, deputy sheriff, and 9-1-1 dispatcher. Students will gain work experience while learning about the greater criminal justice system.

Law Enforcement-Career Preparation

Law Enforcement-Community Policing

This certificate provides students with a concentrated study of community policing, procedural justice and a variety of cultural communities served by law enforcement in the region.

Law Enforcement-Crime Scene Investigation

The Law Enforcement Crime Scene Investigation certificate program includes a concentrated course of study in crime scene evidence identification, collection, preservation and documentation.

Law Enforcement-Crime Scene Investigation

Law Enforcement-Juvenile Justice

The Juvenile Justice Certificate provides students with a concentrated program of study of the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Systems and prepares students for work in a variety of jobs within the juvenile justice field, including juvenile probation.

Law Enforcement-Mental Health and Addiction

This certificate provides students with a concentrated study of drug addiction and mental health issues and how the criminal justice system can legally and effectively respond to emergencies related to addiction and mental health.

LGBT Education

This degree program provides students with comprehensive study in the area of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community issues related to the community, family and education. It provides a foundation for transfer to institutions offering a 4-year degree in LGBT studies.

LGBT Education for Educators

This certificate provides students with a concentrated study of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues for educators, child care workers, counselors, administrators and staff. Completion of this certificate can prepare students to deliver curriculum required by the Fair and Inclusive Education Act.

LGBT Education for Educators

LGBT Education for Healthcare Professionals

LGBT Education for Health Care Professionals

This certificate provides students with a concentrated study of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues for health care professionals. Students will explore a wide range of topics related to how people identify their sexuality and gender and how those identities have been impacted by HIV/AIDS.

LGBTQ Community Awareness

LGBT Studies

This certificate provides students with a concentrated study of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues related to the family, education, and the community. Completion of this certificate can prepare students for work in health occupations, criminal justice, human services, education, child development, and hospitality, or for transfer to another institution offering a degree in LGBT Studies.

Machine Tool Technology

This program prepares students for employment in the machinist and/or toolmaking trade. The courses cover setting up and operating basic machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, and computerized machine tool programming and operation.

Machine Tool Technology

This program prepares students for employment in the machinist and/or toolmaking trade. The courses cover setting up and operating basic machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, and computerized machine tool programming and operation. Emphasis is placed on the manufacture of component machine parts.

Machine Tool Technology-One Year

A one-year local certificate in Machine Tool Technology in which students learn to perform basic machining operations on lathes, mills, surface grinders and drill presses and perform basic measuring functions using precision measuring tools.

Mathematics

The Associate in Science in Math for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Math. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Mechanical Drafting and Design

This certificate will help students prepare for a future in mechanical drafting and design as an entry level mechanical drafter and will prepare students for continuation in the Digital Design Graphics Technology Program.

Music

This degree option provides a comprehensive foundation in music preparation for transfer to Baccalaureate programs for instrumental or vocal music majors in the California State University system. The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Music.

Musical Theater

This degree provides a foundation in musical theater for students interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theater or pursuing a career in the music entertainment industry.

Music-Instrumental

This degree provides a basic foundation in music for students interested in pursuing a career in the musical entertainment industry. As part of this degree, students will have an Instrumental Emphasis in music.

Music-Instrumental Emphasis

Music-Mariachi

This certificate provides a foundation in music for students interested in pursuing a career in the musical entertainment industry. As part of this program, students will have a Mariachi Emphasis in music.

Music-Vocal

This degree provides a basic foundation in music for students interested in pursuing a career in the musical entertainment industry. As part of this degree, the students will select a vocal music emphasis.

Music-Vocal Emphasis

Natural Science

The Associate in Science Degree in Natural Science is an interdisciplinary degree program that focuses on the scientific study of the natural world with an emphasis in either life science or physical science. The program comprises core courses in chemistry and biology or chemistry and physics, a college-level mathematics requirement, and additional elective courses in biology or physical sciences.

Nursing

The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program is designed to prepare Napa Valley College graduates for entry-level positions in a variety of healthcare settings. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is awarded an A.S. Degree in Nursing and is eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN).

Photography

This degree provides entry-level photography skills for students preparing for transfer to a BA or BFA program in Photography or interested in working in the photography field.

Photography

This certificate is designed for students interested in developing a contemporary practice in photography. Students will gain a foundation in photography including digital imaging, printing, lighting, and visual literacy.

Physics

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer provides students with a thorough overview of the field of physics. Students will have demonstrated sufficient understanding in the fields of mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanical and electromagnetic waves, modern physics, the scientific method, and mathematics to successfully transfer to a four-year institution.

Political Science

The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Political Science/Government. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Pre-Health Science

The Associate in Science Degree in Pre-Health Science emphasizes courses that satisfy preliminary academic requirements of the core curriculum for the health care professions. Required coursework includes integrated lecture and laboratory courses in biology and chemistry that are prerequisites for many health science and health occupations programs.

Psychiatric Technician

Psychiatric Technician

Psychiatric Technician-Fast Track

The Psychiatric Technician Fast-Track Program is a total of 50 units and 3 semester apprenticeship program conducted at Napa State Hospital, where students work as apprentices. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the California State Licensure Examination administered by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

Psychiatric Technician-Three Semester

The Psychiatric Technician Program is a total of 50 units and 3 semester program. Upon successful completion, Napa Valley College awards a Certificate of Completion in Psychiatric Technician and graduates are eligible to sit for the California State Licensure Examination administered by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

Psychiatric Technician-Three Semester

The Psychiatric Technician Program is a 50-unit, three-semester full time program designed to prepare individuals to practice as licensed psychiatric technicians. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the California State Licensure Examination administered by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. For students to obtain an AS degree, additional courses must be taken.

Psychology

Psychology (AA)

The Associate of Arts degree with a major in psychology acknowledges that the student has established a foundation of knowledge in the field of psychology. This foundation can be used as a basis for further study towards a baccalaureate degree at a transfer institution.

Psychology (AA-T)

The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Psychology. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Respiratory Care

The Respiratory Care Program is four semesters and one six week summer session. The program is designed to prepare qualified men and women to practice as respiratory care practitioners (RCPs). Upon completion the student will be eligible to take the state licensing and the national registry examinations. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).

Social Justice Studies-Ethnic Studies

The Social Justice Studies-Ethnic Studies AA-T degree will provide a comprehensive foundation in ethnic studies in preparation for transfer to baccalaureate programs in the California State University system. The Associate in Arts in Social Justice Studies-Ethnic Studies for Transfer provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Equity and Social Justice.

Social Justice Studies-Gender Studies

This program is designed to introduce students to studies of sex, gender, and sexuality from a variety of academic disciplines and prepare them for transfer into university programs in these areas. The Associate in Arts in Social Justice Studies-Gender Studies for Transfer provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Gender/Ethnic/Women Studies.

Social Justice Studies-LGBTQ Studies

This program is designed to introduce students to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer studies from a variety of academic disciplines and prepare them for transfer into university programs in these areas. The Associate in Arts in Social Justice Studies-LGBTQ Studies for Transfer provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Gender/Women's and Gay/Lesbian Studies.

Social Work and Human Services

Napa Valley College offers courses that lead to an Associate in Arts in Social Work and Human Services for transfer. The required coursework provides students with the fundamental concepts for understanding major principles, theories, and concepts within the field, and provides a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Social Work.

Sociology

The purpose of the Associates in Arts in Sociology for Transfer is to provide students with a foundation of knowledge in the field of sociology which prepares them for transfer to the CSU/UC system for further study towards a baccalaureate degree in sociology or a related field.

Spanish

The Associate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Spanish. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Spanish for Heritage Speakers

The purpose of this program is for students to learn Spanish as a first or second language so they can communicate successfully with the Spanish-speaking world, and understand and appreciate the Hispanic cultures.

Spanish for Non-Heritage Speakers

The purpose of this program is for students to learn Spanish as a first or second language so they can communicate successfully with the Spanish-speaking world, and understand and appreciate the Hispanic cultures.

Spanish for Non-Heritage Speakers Emphasis

Specialization in Administration and Mentoring

The Administration and Mentoring Certificate is designed to meet the requirement for specialization units on the California Commission of Teacher Credentials Child Development Permit Matrix. It is also designed to meet the administration and supervision course requirements for the Site Supervisor Permit.

Studio Arts

Studio Arts (AA)

This degree provides a comprehensive lower division foundation in the visual arts for students preparing for transfer to baccalaureate programs in painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and photography that are not aligned with the AA-T in Studio Arts or students who are interested in participating in the local cultural community as studio artists and other arts-related employment.

Studio Arts (AA-T)

This degree option provides a comprehensive foundation in the studio arts in preparation for transfer to Baccalaureate program in painting, drawings, ceramics, sculpture, or other studio arts areas in the California State University system.

Studio Arts-Ceramics Emphasis

Studio Arts-Painting and Drawing Emphasis

Theater Arts

The Associate in Arts in Theater Arts for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Theater Arts. Students who are awarded the degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system.

Theater Arts - Acting

Theater Arts-Acting

This certificate is for students interested in developing the essential skills and knowledge to work as actors in theater, film, television and other forms of media. Students will gain hands-on experience by working with professional actor trainers, directors, actors, and designers.

Theater Arts-Acting

This degree provides a foundation in Theater Arts for students interested in pursuing an Associate's Degree or higher in Drama/Theater, with an acting or technical emphasis, or pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.

Theater Arts-Technical Theater

This degree provides a foundation in Theater Arts for students interested in pursuing an Associate's degree or higher in Drama/Theater, with an acting or technical emphasis, or pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.

University Preparation for a Specific Major

University Preparation in a Specific Major offers a degree option for students in a defined academic area in which the college offers the courses but not the associate degree. The degree is designed to align lower division coursework with at least one university's major preparation pathway, as selected by the student.

University Preparation in a Specific Major

Vineyard Management

Focus on practical job skills required for professional advancement in vineyard production.

Vineyard Pest Scout

Focus on practical job skills required for employment in vineyard production.

Vineyard Pruning

Focus on practical job skills required for employment in vineyard production.

Viticulture

The programs of the Viticulture and Winery Technology department are designed to prepare students for careers in the North Coast wine industry. Students who complete the Associate of Science in Viticulture and Winery Technology degree specialize in either Viticulture, Winemaking or Wine Marketing and Sales.

Viticulture and Enology

The Certificate in Viticulture and Winery Technology consists of production-oriented courses in viticulture and winemaking. Certificate programs may be modified to meet the career goals of the individual student, and the typical student will be able to earn a Certificate in one to two years.

Viticulture and Enology

Viticulture Operations

Focus on practical job skills required for employment in vineyard production.

Vocational Nursing

Vocational Nursing

Welder's Assistant

The Welders Assistant Local Certificate prepares the student for entry-level in a welding operation as a welders assistant. Required courses are applicable toward the AS degree and Welding Technician and Combination Welder certificates.

Welding Technician Basic

The Welding Technician Basic Certificate of Achievement prepares the student for pre-apprentice positions in the welding industry. The required courses are applicable to the Welding AS degree.

Welding Technology

This is an extensive two year program in all phases of welding: oxyacetylene, semiautomatic MIG & TIG, and submerged arc, as well as stick electrode. Classes must be taken in sequence.

Welding Technology

This is an extensive two year program in all phases of welding: SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, OAC, PAC, and CAC-a. The program offers the student classes that must be taken in sequence.

Wine Laboratory Technician

Focus on practical job skills required for employment in a winery laboratory.

Winemaking

The programs of the Viticulture and Winery Technology department are designed to prepare students for careers in the North Coast wine industry. Students who complete the Associate of Science degree specialize in either Viticulture, Winemaking or Wine Marketing and Sales.

Wine Marketing and Sales

The Certificate in Wine Marketing and Sales is a mix of viticulture, winemaking and business courses. Certificate programs may be modified to meet the career goals of the individual student, and the typical student will be able to earn a Certificate in one to two years.

Wine Marketing and Sales

The programs of the Viticulture and Winery Technology department are designed to prepare students for careers in the North Coast wine industry. Students who complete the Associate of Science degree specialize in either Viticulture, Winemaking or Wine Marketing and Sales.

Wine Marketing & Sales

Wine Marketing & Sales

Wine Production

The Certificate in Viticulture and Winery Technology consists of production-oriented courses in viticulture and winemaking. Career opportunities include Winery Cellar Worker, Cellar Master, Production Manager, Bottling Line Logistics, Warehouse Manager, and Assistant Winemaker.

Winery Management

Focus on practical job skills required for employment at a winery.

Winery Operations

Focus on practical job skills required for employment at a winery.