We are proud to announce the Associate of Science -Transfer (AS-T) in Business Administration!
San José City College now offers the fastest and most effective way to transfer to
a California State University (CSU).
Take a course offered in the Computer Applications department to enhance and demonstrate
your computing skills! Successful Computer Applications students prove their competency
and mastery in:
Word Processing, usingWordto compose documents, create mail merges, make quality business brochures, and create
portfolios of business documents.
Spreadsheet Management, usingExcelto calculate large spreadsheets, generate charts, and use formulas
As economic majors, students have learning opportunities that are relevant to many
types of careers, including public policy, government agencies and government related
organizations (for example, the Federal Reserve System and the Bureau of Labor Statistics),
business, data analysis, accounting and education.
Our department offers degrees and certificates in five major areas:
Computer Programming
Network Administration
Web Developer
MS.NET Application Development
JAVA
Enterprise Programming
The degree programs require a minimum of 60 units, of which at least 36 units must
be in a selected CIS major, and at least 24 units must be General Education units.
Several levels of certificates are available in each of the five areas. The certificate
programs can be completed without the General Education requirements.
Renowned for our excellent program and accolades in contests around the nation, the
San José City College school of Cosmetology prides itself on being the top cosmetology
school in California.
We offer an unmatched curriculum for all ages, an award-winning dedicated staff, and
inexpensive services for men and women. Please browse the categories below for more.
People who take our courses come from a variety of backgrounds and aspirations.
They include law enforcement, fire service, emergency medicine, emergency room technician,
security, lifeguard, CERT, childcare, educators, and emergency managers, to name a
few.
Medical Assistants play a vital role in the management and efficient operations of
doctors' offices, clinics, and other medical facilities. With the growth of the aging
baby-boom population, the demand for preventive medical services continues to increase,
and physicians will hire more medical assistants to perform routine administrative
and clinical duties, allowing the physicians to see more patients.
In the Administration of Justice program, you can learn about the functions and relationships
of the police, prosecution, courts, probation and correctional systems of the United
States.
The Administration of Justice program offers practical and technical instruction designed
to meet the increasing demand for criminal justice system employees and provides opportunities
for current employees to upgrade their skills.
As a student in the Alcohol and Drug Studies program, you will prepare to work with
the alcohol and other drug-dependent population and the family and employer of the
chemically dependent person.
The program addresses community needs for trained alcohol and other drug specialists
to work and volunteer in public and private agencies in the Bay Area and across California.
San José City College offers an Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Science for
Transfer (AS-T) and various Certificates of Achievement in Early Childhood Education.
Our Graduates of the Associate in Science Degree Program qualify through academic
preparation and field experience for work in child centers, pre-schools, day care
facilities, infant and toddler centers and other programs serving young children.
As a Global Studies student, you will compare regions across the globe to shed light
on world issues. Global Studies include many fields, including political science,
economics, and cultural studies.
But, Global Studies students don’t just think on a large scale. They study how something
like climate change can affect hundreds of nations, but they also consider its effects
on their backyard.
Social Justice Studies
(Incl. Emphasis in Ethnic Studies, African-American Studies, Asian American Studies,
Chicanx / Latinx Studies, and Gender Studies)
Are you looking for a challenging field that will put you in the center of operating
systems?
San José City College offers a complete Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology
program that will provide you with highly sought-after skills and knowledge to keep
systems running smoothly.
(Includes Residential Carpentry and Residential Maintenance)
Jobs in the Construction industry are expected to grow by 16% in the next ten years!
The SJCC Construction Technology program prepares students for entry into the construction
trades, which require technical skills and an understanding of the construction process.
Renowned for our excellent program and accolades in national contests, the San José
City College school of Cosmetology prides itself on being the top cosmetology school
in California.
We offer an unmatched curriculum for all ages, an award-winning dedicated staff, and
inexpensive services for men and women. Please browse the categories below for more!
In response to requests from industry partners, San José City developed this program
to prepare participants to monitor, maintain and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical
equipment in facilities ranging from operating rooms, hotels, commercial buildings
to clean rooms.
The contributions of the American machinist are felt in nearly every facet of industry
- from the production of nuts and bolts measuring within one one-thousandth of an
inch in accuracy - to a full-scale space shuttle.
Accuracy is the essence of any machined product. After reading blueprints, the machinist
must take raw material and form and fabricate it into a finished machined part.
Communication Studies courses are essential to the core General Education degree requirements.
Take classes with us and learn to communicate effectively through public speaking,
community engagement, group situations, cross-cultural contexts, persuading others,
work, family, and relationships.
The ESL Program at San José City College serves students who identify themselves as
learners of English as a second language.
Our program helps students of all ages and backgrounds achieve their education, employment,
and lifelong learning goals by providing instruction in English as a second language.
Journalism at San José City College is a multi-faceted program that offers classes
in broadcasting, mass media, writing and reporting, and newspaper production and management.
Winner of General Excellence awards from professional and collegiate journalism organizations,
the campus newspaper, SJCC Times, in print and online sjcctimes.com offers training and experience in preparing news in print and electronic formats.
San José City College's chemistry courses are transferable to universities in the
UC and CSU systems, as well as most private universities and degree programs nationwide.
Through dance education and performance you will learn new awareness of many personal
and cultural issues.
Through human movement and dance tradition, you will gain perspective on understanding
diversity and change in our society.
Dance is a universal language used to communicate openly and freely with all people.
With concerts, technique classes, and courses in choreography and dance appreciation
you will have opportunities to experience Dance at San José City College regardless
of your prior experience or ability.
Theatre and Dramatic Arts You will better understand the dramatic arts by studying theater, film, and acting.
Enroll in an acting class or theater performance class, or participate “behind the
scenes” in performances in our own renovated City College Theater. Choose from courses
that will meet general education transfer requirements.
Did you know you can discover your SPOT with more than two dozen degrees for transfer?
Every year, nearly 40,000 California community college students earn an Associate
Degree for Transfer that guarantees them admission as juniors to a Cal State campus
and other participating universities.
There's more than one pathway to opportunity and a successful future!
Career Education (CE) provides students of all ages with the academic and technical
skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in high-wage, high-skill, high-demand
careers.
Let's celebrate Latinx Heritage Month, which begins Friday, September 15, and runs through October 15. This month, our nation traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries.
The gallery exhibition titled 'High Chroma' showcases four professional artists working with the element of color. Each artist has a distinctive style and relationship to process, materials and techniques. Sharon Virtue, Erin McCluskey Wheeler, Poppy Dodge and Peter Harris are the featured artists.
Let's celebrate Latinx Heritage Month, which begins Friday, September 15, and runs through October 15. This month, our nation traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries.
SJCC Robert N. Chang Family Foundation Scholars
We proudly introduce our 2023 Robert N. Chang Family Foundation Scholars, who will
transfer to four-year universities. The scholarship will help pay for their studies
for up to two years as our students earn their bachelor's degrees.
Adrianne Belardes is transferring to San José State University and will major in Psychology.
Flor Gomez is transferring to San José State University and will major in Sociology.
Hnin Yee Ko is transferring to San José State University and will major in Computer
Science.
Anh Quach is transferring to UC Davis and will major in Sociology.
Rosario Alexis Rivera is transferring to Santa Clara University and will major in
Psychology.
Iliana Rodriguez is transferring to Santa Clara University and will major in Sociology.
Alejandro Ordaz Saldivar is transferring to Grand Canyon University and will major
in Biology.
Jacky Thai is transferring to UC Irvine and will major in Psychological Science.
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