Mendocino College

The Administration of Justice Certificate of Achievement provides students with a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking entry-level employment in law enforcement, corrections probation, or parole.

The Administration of Justice major leads to the Associate of Science degree and prepares the student for transfer to a four-year institution. Students completing the baccalaureate program or graduate work may be hired in the major or allied fields as a police officer, corrections officer, investigator, security supervisor, parole officer, teacher or criminologist. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

The Administration of Justice Certificate of Achievement provides students with a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking entry-level employment in law enforcement, corrections probation, or parole.

The Administration of Justice major leads to the Associate of Science degree and prepares the student for transfer to a four-year institution. Students completing the baccalaureate program or graduate work may be hired in the major or allied fields as a police officer, corrections officer, investigator, security supervisor, parole officer, teacher or criminologist. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

The Administration of Justice Certificate of Achievement provides students with a broad-based education in the areas of law enforcement, corrections and the judicial system. The program is appropriate for students seeking entry-level employment in law enforcement, corrections probation, or parole.

The Administration of Justice major leads to the Associate of Science degree and prepares the student for transfer to a four-year institution. Students completing the baccalaureate program or graduate work may be hired in the major or allied fields as a police officer, corrections officer, investigator, security supervisor, parole officer, teacher or criminologist. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

The Alcohol and Other Drug Studies (AODS) major addresses a wide range of issues in the field of substance use and abuse through its degree and certificate course work. Students vary from recent high school graduates to working professionals with advanced college degrees. Students are able to apply and integrate their academic learning through required practicum experiences in various public and private agencies, institutions and businesses. The AODS Program exceeds the minimal standards for AODS Programs established by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. These standards were identified by State of California legislation as meeting the educational requirements for counselor certification. Degree and certificate completers qualify to apply for certification through a variety of state-approved certification boards. Completion of the Associate of Science degree will assist students in obtaining entry-level employment, job promotion/salary increases or transfer to a four-year college or university. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

The Alcohol and Other Drug Studies (AODS) major addresses a wide range of issues in the field of substance use and abuse through its degree and certificate course work. Students vary from recent high school graduates to working professionals with advanced college degrees. Students are able to apply and integrate their academic learning through required practicum experiences in various public and private agencies, institutions and businesses. The AODS Program exceeds the minimal standards for AODS Programs established by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. These standards were identified by State of California legislation as meeting the educational requirements for counselor certification. Degree and certificate completers qualify to apply for state certification as a substance abuse counselor. Completion of the AOD program will assist students in obtaining entry-level employment, job promotion/salary increases or transfer to a four-year college or university.

The Human Service Worker Program provides students with the knowledge and skills to perform essential, entry-level Human Service Worker tasks in a competent and ethical manner, with an understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse populations which they will serve.

Human Service Workers are non-professional, entry-level workers who provide services to clients under the supervision of counselors, social workers, nurses, and/or other professionals. Human Service Workers may be members of a team or work with little direct supervision. Typical duties include: determining and referring to appropriate human service agencies; assisting in the application for benefits and other social programs; providing transportation; providing training in daily living skills; co-facilitating individual, family and group counseling sessions; advocating for clients before social and government agencies; and maintaining case records and reports.

The Human Service Paraprofessional Certificate of Achievement (HUS-P) program prepares students for employment in human service agencies (Social Services; Mental Health, Public Health and Community-Based Organizations). The Program provides students with the knowledge and skills to fulfill Human Service Paraprofessional duties and responsibilities in a competent and ethical manner, with an understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse populations which they will serve.

The Human Services major leads to the Associate of Science degree, providing students with an understanding of the knowledge and skills related to Social Work, Counseling and related occupations, and prepares students to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to continue their education toward an advanced degree and potential licensure in Social Work or related fields.

The Child Development Program prepares students for an Associate of Science Degree in Child Development/Family Relations. Students develop knowledge and skills needed for success in transferring to a four-year college or university. The program prepares students to work with young children in a variety of settings including child care centers for infants and toddlers, preschool children and school-aged children. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

The Child Development Certificate of Achievement is designed for the student who desires knowledge about Early Childhood Development and skills for teaching young children.

The Fire Science Associate of Science program prepares students for a career in fire prevention and protection. Graduates will be eligible for employment in entry-level positions including, but not limited to, firefighter, fire officer, fire investigator, and Emergency Medical Technician.

This certificate program prepares students with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform diagnosis and repair in the automotive shop environment. This program includes coursework that is essential for entry-level positions and enhances the skills and knowledge base of those who are seeking career progression within the automotive industry. Completing this certificate program prepares students to pass ASE certification tests in the area of brakes, suspension, electrical systems, manual transmissions, and automatic transmissions.

This certificate program prepares students with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform diagnosis and repair in the automotive shop environment. This program includes coursework that is essential for entry-level positions and enhances the skills and knowledge base of those who are seeking career progression within the automotive industry. Completing this certificate program prepares students to pass ASE certification tests in the area of brakes, suspension, electrical systems, engines, and engine performance.

A degree in Automotive Technology prepares students with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform diagnosis and repair in the automotive shop environment. This program includes coursework that is essential for entry-level positions and enhances the skills and knowledge base of those who are seeking career progression within the automotive industry or transfer to a university. Completing this degree prepares students to pass ASE certification tests and satisfies the California Bureau of Automotive Repair training requirements for certification as a licensed smog Inspector.

This certificate program prepares students with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform diagnosis and repair in the automotive shop environment. This program includes coursework that is essential for entry-level positions and enhances the skills and knowledge base of those who are seeking career progression within the automotive industry. Completing this certificate program prepares students to pass ASE certification tests in the area of engines, electrical systems, engine performance and advanced engine performance. This program also satisfies the California Bureau of Automotive Repair training requirements for certification as a licensed smog Inspector.

The Computer Applications and Office Administration Certificate of Achievement prepares students for positions that combine technical knowledge with business aptitude. Career areas include the design, implementation and maintenance/management of IT systems, office support, computer support, records management and administrative support positions in a wide variety of fields.

The Associate of Science in Computer Applications and Office Administration prepares students for positions that combine technical knowledge with business aptitude. Career areas include the design, implementation and maintenance/management of IT systems, office support, computer support, records management and administrative support positions in a wide variety of fields. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete with the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

Information Technology (IT) graduates can work in a great variety of fields and pursuits, including programming, systems analysis and administration, game design, project leadership, web design, technical support and many others. Students earning this degree will receive a solid foundation in computer hardware, software and programming to support small-to-medium sized business needs and have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in any of these areas. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete with the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

Information Technology (IT) graduates can work in a great variety of fields and pursuits, including programming, systems analysis and administration, game design, project leadership, web design, technical support and many others. Students earning this degree will receive a solid foundation in computer hardware, software and programming to support small-to-medium sized business needs and have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in any of these areas. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete with the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

IT and networking professionals are a vital part of many businesses, and these skills are highly sought by such employers. The IT Specialist certificate helps prepare students for positions known variously as IT support, network/systems administrator, network/systems engineer, network/systems technician, and network/systems analyst.

Information Technology (IT) graduates can work in a great variety of fields and pursuits, including programming, systems analysis and administration, game design, project leadership, web design, technical support and many others. Students earning this degree will receive a solid foundation in computer hardware, software and programming to support small-to-medium sized business needs and have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in any of these areas. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete with the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

Information Technology (IT) graduates can work in a great variety of fields and pursuits, including programming, systems analysis and administration, game design, project leadership, web design, technical support and many others. Students earning this degree will receive a solid foundation in computer hardware, software and programming to support small-to-medium sized business needs and have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in any of these areas. As with all programs, students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution should research the transfer institution's requirements and plan to complete with the CSU GE Breadth pattern or IGETC GE pattern.

The Web Development certificate prepares students for positions designing, implementing and maintaining web content. Skills include client and server-side web design and development, as well as programmatic interaction with databases.

This one-year certificate program is intended to provide students with the skills and competencies necessary to achieve success in the growing North Coast food service and hospitality industry. Students who complete this program will find themselves in high demand among employers seeking to staff restaurants, lodging and drinking establishments. Although entry-level wages in the food service industry are typically modest, the industry offers excellent opportunities for advancement to management positions, which are typically staffed from within the organization. Possession of a Culinary Arts Management Certificate, along with the requisite job experience, can give the individual a competitive edge in applying for these well-compensated management positions.

This certificate will prepare the student for employment in the field of digital design and media production. It consists of experiences in applied design, graphic design principles, layout and design, and multimedia production. The focus is upon an introduction to advertising thinking, visual communication, and skills in graphic design and preparing art for reproduction.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is designed to prepare graduates to meet the requirements to practice as a physical therapist assistant in a variety of health care settings. The student is awarded an Associate of Science degree upon successful completion of the program. The program is competency-based and provides sequential learning experiences progressing from theoretical to applied using patient simulations in the laboratory and finally to actual patient treatments in clinical education centers. The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is a total of 68 credit-hours, including general education requirements, and can be completed in five semesters. The program itself is a four semester program after completion of the pre-requisite coursework. Included within the professional courses are three clinical experiences. Students will complete theory classes online and attend lab classes on campus. Graduation from the program qualifies the student for examination for the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) for Physical Therapist Assistants administered by The Federal of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). After successful completion of the examination and all requirements of the Physical Therapy Board of California, graduates may be licensed to work as physical therapist assistants in California.

This certificate prepares students for a career in real estate sales/analysis, land development, real estate marketing, finance, mortgage lending, appraisal, escrow, and property management. The course requirements satisfy the educational requirements for both real estate broker’s license and salesperson’s continuing education requirements as prescribed by the California Department of Real Estate.

The AS Degree prepares the student for a career in real estate sales/analysis, land development, real estate marketing, finance, mortgage lending, appraisal, escrow, and property management. The course requirements satisfy the educational requirements for both real estate broker’s license and salesperson’s continuing education requirements as prescribed by the California Department of Real Estate.

This certificate combines competencies in sustainability, residential efficiency, heating and cooling, and entrepreneurial business skills. The combination of these competencies prepares students for emerging opportunities in building performance auditing, retrofitting, and efficient heating and cooling. Students completing this certificate will be well positioned to gain employment or start a business in fields such as efficiency upgrade retrofitting, building performance auditing, HVAC, and related trades.

This certificate combines competencies in sustainability, renewable energy technical skills, and entrepreneurial business. The combination of these competencies prepares students for emerging opportunities in the rapidly expanding renewable energy sector. Students completing this certificate will be well positioned to gain employment or start a business in fields such as photovoltaic design and installation and solar hot water installation.