Allied Health & Wellness Division

San José City College Athletics has a proud history that includes state championships and Olympic athletes. Today, we help students grow as competitors, succeed academically, and prepare for what comes next.

• Teams: 7 intercollegiate teams
  • Football
  • Women's Basketball
  • Men's Basketball
  • Golf
  • Men's Track & Field
  • Women's Track & Field
  • Softball
• Director of Athletics: Tommy Abdenour
• Focus: Relationship building among coaching staff, student athletes, and the broader community

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Adapted Physical Education (APE) offers fitness and conditioning courses for students with disabilities. Classes build strength, endurance, and flexibility, with adaptations and equipment tailored to each student.

• Courses:
  • Adapted Fitness for Life
  • Adapted Walk/Jog for Health
  • Adapted Weight Training
  • Adapted Body Conditioning
• Instructor: Tait Rafat
• Office: 110L
• Phone: 408-288-3732
• Email: tait.rafat@sjcc.edu

Cosmetology prepares students for careers in hair, makeup, and salon management. Students train hands-on and learn the rules and regulations of the Cosmetology Act.

• Coordinator: Carol Ramirez-Bost
• Office: C-104
• Phone: 408-288-3974

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Dental Assisting prepares students to work alongside dentists in general dentistry and specialties such as orthodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry.

• Program coordinator: Paula Morgan
• Phone: 408-298-2181, ext. 3255

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Emergency Medical Services prepares students for entry-level jobs as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs).

• Certificate: Certificate of Specialization in Emergency Medical Services Technology

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Esthetics at San José City College is taught by passionate, well-trained staff who prepare students for careers in skin care.

• Coordinator: Tiffany Avery
• Office: C-218
• Phone: 408-288-3987

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Kinesiology promotes health and well-being through physical fitness and lifetime wellness. Theory courses serve future educators and the general community.

• Degree: Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T)
• Coordinator: Douglas Robb
• Office: JC-112
• Phone: 408-288-3830

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Medical Assisting trains students to work as clinical or administrative medical assistants in hospitals, clinics, and doctor's offices.

• Coordinator: Jagrup Kahlon
• Office: CE-204D
• Phone: 408-288-3403

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1. Office and Service to Stakeholders
   1. The Division’s office staff are welcoming.
   2. The office staff promptly respond to inquiries and provide helpful information.
   3. The Division’s offices is well-organized and efficient in handling administrative matters.
2. Faculty Evaluation
   1. Faculty members are accessible and approachable for academic assistance.
   2. Faculty provide sufficient feedback and guidance on students’ academic progress.
   3. The overall quality of teaching within the Division is good.
3. Service Quality Evaluation
   1. The Division provides a wide range of high-quality academic programs and courses.
   2. The Division’s faculty and staff are knowledgeable and supportive.
   3. The Division offers excellent resources and facilities for learning.
4. Program and Course Evaluation
   1. The variety of programs and courses offered within the Division are comprehensive and diverse.
   2. The programs and courses within the division are relevant to the students’ academic and career goals.
   3. The division’s programs and courses demonstrate practical value in shaping academic interests.