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Nine and three-week sessions begin May 28 Six-week sessions begin June 17 Fall classes begin August 26, 2019 High quality instruction. Flexible, convenient and affordable.

• Degree, certificate and transfer programs taught by outstanding instructors • Career education to prepare for immediate employment and advancement • Day, evening online and partially online classes available • Campuses in Pleasant Hill and San Ramon

EDUCATION • OPPORTUNITY • SUCCESS Access our summer and fall schedule of classes at www.dvc.edu/schedule Pleasant Hill Campus: 321 Golf Club Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-685-1230

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BUILDING COMMUNITY at Diablo Valley College Diablo Valley College is a key partner with the community, working with local employers, schools and adult education programs. While DVC is perhaps best-known for its college classes, we also offer programs to children and teens that help them explore career options. We have agreements with local high schools that enable us to offer college credit for certain high school classes. Through DVC Community Education, adult learners grow their skills or try something new. Students completing our career education programs are job-ready, with employers eager to bring them on as interns or new hires.

This issue of CareerFocus spotlights just some of our many programs that build community, create career pathways and enable us to offer lowcost learning for all.

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Questions about the Diablo Valley College programs and services described in this publication can be directed to DVC Workforce Development Office at 925-969-2267. For information about enrolling at DVC call Welcome Services at (925) 969-2106.

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iablo Valley College is one of the top-ranked community colleges in the state. It has always been an outstanding choice for college and career training. Now there is one more reason to attend DVC. Our FT3 Promise program offers free tuition for first year students.

First Time + Full Time = Free Tuition (FT3) Who is eligible?

You must be a first-time college student, defined as one of the following: •

You must not have attended college before, excluding the summer prior to starting at DVC.

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If you have college credits, those credits must have been earned prior to high school graduation. For example, the credits could have been earned by passing an AP exam or by taking a college class while in high school.

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Submit a District Pledge for FT3 prior to the deadline date.

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Complete at least 12 units for the fall or spring semester, earning a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Courses taken during the summer term are not eligible.

How does it work?

Students who qualify will receive a refund of their enrollment fees after completing their first term.

The students will then be enrolled in the program for a second term. If students again complete 12 units or more and earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher, they will receive a refund for the second term as well.

other college costs with those savings. And, since the FT3 program requires completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application, students are considered for other types of financial aid.

This can make college even more affordable,” said Lizette Ponthier, financial aid supervisor at Diablo Valley College.

develop a plan. They also learn to use key services such as tutoring and office hours. The program also supports taking at least 12 units in the first year.

Research shows this leads to better student outcomes,” said Ponthier.

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Ponthier notes that typically, only about one third of students submit the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application.

FT3 Promise students will also receive support services and resources. These benefits include priority enrollment, advising, and more. Students who qualify for federal or state financial aid may also be able to receive help paying for books, transportation, child care, and other expenses.

“Students and their families may opt to not apply for financial aid, thinking they will not qualify.

Others may feel the process is too complex. By requiring students to apply for aid, students are able to opt into all of the financial assistance programs available to them. This can help students focus on their classes,” said Ponthier.

“This program lifts the financial burden of attending college and allows families to manage

“The program also instills good habits. FT3 students must meet with a DVC counselor to

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The FT3 Promise program was introduced for fall 2018, resulting in over 800 pledges from students. Students who completed the steps and were eligible for a refund of their fall tuition were notified in January. Freshmen who begin college in the spring term are also eligible for the program.

Questions?

For additional information, visit www.dvc.edu/ft3faq or call DVC Welcome Services at (925) 969-2106.

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Summer Career Academies for High School Students Learn job skills while earning college credit

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ACADEMIES 2019 Animation Workshop

July 29-August 2, 8 am - 3 pm

Business Summer Institute June 24-28, 8:30 am- 4:30 pm

CyberSecurity - CyberPatriot Introductory Academy June 24-28, 9 am - 3 pm

CyberSecurity - CyberPatriot Advanced Academy July 29-Aug. 2, 9 am - 3 pm

Engineering, Construction and Manufacturing Academy June 10-14, 8 am - 4 pm

Environmental Engineering Academy

June 17-21, 8 am - 4 pm (CSUEB Concord Campus)

FastTRAX: Engineering Technology Academy July 15-26, 9 am - 4 pm

Health Careers Summer Institute

Mondays - Thursdays, June 17-July 26, 10:30 am - 2:50 pm (open to students entering 11th or 12th grade only)

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STUDENT SUCCESS Career Academies

Xander Heuer

“The programs are held on weekdays, and include activities, field trips, and a panel of speakers on the last day. Students can receive both high school and college credit. Most of the programs are one week long, but Noelle Lemos FastTRAX is two weeks long, and the Health Careers academy is six weeks long,” said Noelle Lemos, career education program assistant at Diablo Valley College.

Xander Heuer has already taken the construction, engineering and robotics and FastTRAX academies. This summer, he will enroll in the culinary and hospitality academy, as well as both of the cybersecurity programs.

The 14-year old freshman lives in Pittsburg and enjoys taking classes that enable him to explore career options.

“One of my current goals is to finish high school with a 3.0 or better and take some more honors classes next year.

For a long-term goal, I would like to attend a university,” said Heuer.

Industry partners play a key role, helping to connect skills learned to future careers.

“We’ve worked with Chevron, AT&T, PG&E, Tesla, Advanced Manufacturing Tactical (AMTAC) and Lafayette Park Hotel, among many others,” said Lemos.

Students who enroll should be able to work well with others, follow directions, and be ready to learn in a college setting. Most of the academies are taught at the DVC Pleasant Hill campus, but the Environmental Engineering program will meet at CSU East Bay’s Concord campus.

Each academy costs just $1 per college unit.

Students taking the Environmental Engineering Career Academy will also be responsible for a $300 materials fee. Registration opens on April 1, 2019. For more information, visit www.dvc.edu/career-academies or email dvccareeracademies@dvc.edu.

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Xander Heuer Heuer is focused on careers related to biotechnology. He also excels in art and Mandarin and is on his high school’s basketball and track teams.

“I learned a lot about coding, engineering, mechanics. One of the things I really enjoyed was the hands-on work with machines and tools,” said Heuer.

“I recommend this program to others because you get a lot of work experience and you learn a lot from it, and the activities you will do are pretty fun and interesting,” said Heuer.

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echnology advances have changed the job market.

To meet the demand for trained workers, companies look to hire candidates with special skills.

Diablo Valley College works closely with industry partners to ensure students are job-ready. Our programs offer the chance to launch a new career, or retool for an existing one.

CAREERS IN COMPUTER NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY AND CYBERSECURITY ARE VIRTUALLY LIMITLESS Careers in computer network administration, information system analysis, and cybersecurity are projected to be among the fastest growing jobs over the next decade. DVC offers training to prepare students for work in these industries.

Jobs may involve installing and using firewall and data encryption software, conducting testing, monitoring networks, helping users install new security products and more.

outside the classroom. With our subscription to Microsoft Imagine, students receive free software,” said Bijan Houshiar, program lead for Computer Network Technology at Diablo Valley College.

“After completing the program, students will be ready to take certification exams, such as A+. Network+ and Security+ from CompTIA, CCNT from Cisco, and FOA Cabling,” said Houshiar.

management roles coming in at $70,000 or more. Note that some advanced positions may require a bachelor’s degree.

Potential salary:

Degrees and certificates:

According to PayScale, the average California salary for a computer / network support technician ranges from $40,000 - $50,000 per year. Network administrator positions may range from $55,000 - $75,000, with

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“We use Cisco Network Academy curricula and equipment, and we have classes taught by certified CCNA faculty with over 10 years of teaching in Cisco Authorized Centers.

Our NetLab+ membership provides students access to labs

For further information, visit www.dvc.edu/cnt

STUDENT SUCCESS Computer Network Technology

Gerardo De La Torre

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Gerardo De La Torre enrolled in the DVC Computer Network Technology (CNT) program to further build his technical skills.

“I had held positions with retail electronic companies that offered both computer repair services and home services for repair and networking. While the work was great, without obtaining certifications or possibly a degree, I knew my opportunity for growth would be capped. DVC’s classes did a great job of presenting the skill set I needed,” said De La Torre.

“Many of the classes feature Cisco learning modules and curriculum, which will make the certification exams feel more familiar,” said De La Torre.

De La Torre notes that the CNT program is focused on getting students job-ready, but he also knows that continuing his education will help him grow in his field. After the CNT program, he plans to transfer to obtain a BS in Computer Engineering.

“CNT at DVC is the perfect blend of a college and trade school. I have access to resources that I might not have at a trade school, and also have the opportunity to transfer to continue my education,” said De La Torre.

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STUDENT SUCCESS AV Technology

Michael Melo Michael Melo is an audio engineer, songwriter and performer.

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“I have always had an interest in the audio program here at DVC, as it is by far the best program in the area. I commute 45 minutes to attend classes at this college for that reason. I want to better develop my skills as a mix engineer by getting hands-on training, feedback and insight from the awesome instructors in the program. In the long-term, I want to build a production team where I can spend the rest of my life doing what I love with people who have passions like my own,” said Melo.

Melo recently applied for the Music Industry Studies Certificate and plans to obtain the AV Technology program certificate as well. He is also working towards an associate in arts. He also plans to take the AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) certification exam and DANTE certification exams to demonstrate his knowledge and skill in the field.

“This program gets you to think about the complexity of sound and how science is used to engineer, control and reproduce that sound. Techies, musicians and electrical engineers meshed into one program. It is quite the experience,” said Melo.

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CREATE THE RIGHT MIX WITH A CAREER IN AUDIOVISUAL TECHNOLOGY The audiovisual technology program is the latest addition to DVC’s music programs.

“The audiovisual technology program prepares students for employment in the booming AV tech industry. Part of the program prepares students for the Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) certification exam administered by AVIXA,” said Dr. Nicholas Vasallo. Vasallo directs the music industry studies, AV technology and music composition programs, and is the co-chair of the Music Department.

Audiovisual technicians set up and operate microphones, speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, wires and cables, sound and mixing boards and related gear for concerts, sports events, meetings, presentations, and news conferences.

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Potential salary: The AV technology field offers an array of career options ranging from positions in installation to staging to engineering and more. Roles involving sales, customer service and management are also options. According to the AVIXA 2017 AV Industry Outlook and Trends Analysis (IOTA) report, the median salary for junior-level positions may run from $36,000 to $40,000, while more experienced

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technicians may earn $55,000 or more. Positions in programming, engineering or management can run $70,000 or more. Note that some advanced positions may require a bachelor’s degree.

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For further information, visit www.dvc.edu/avtech

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FIND YOUR PATH WITH A CAREER IN GIS / GPS Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology enhances the power of mapping. Global Positioning System technology (GPS) provides spatial data needed for GIS operations.

STUDENT SUCCESS GIS/GPS

Katherine Walton

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Katherine Walton came to DVC with a bachelor of science in earth science from UC Santa Cruz.

She was introduced to the basics of GIS/GPS through that program, but realized that she would benefit from deeper skills and knowledge.

“I compared DVC’s certificate program to certificate programs from a four-year college or a master’s degree. I found that DVC was going to provide me with the same knowledge without leaving me in debt,” said Walton.

“I was hired as an intern with Contra Costa County. Many of the engineers have taken DVC GIS classes, and they reach out to the program when they are looking to hire or include students in projects,” said Walton.

Just one month after completing her internship, Walton was hired as Staff Scientist at Geosyntec Consultants.

“I would recommend the DVC GIS/GPS program. The classes have a good mix of lecture, textbook and hands-on work. DVC also offers night and online classes, making it easy to balance other responsibilities,” said Walton.

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“GIS, GPS and remote sensing are used as tools in government, engineering and surveying, natural resource management, emergency and hazard management, waste management, public safety, transportation, and utilities services,” said Binita Sinha, program coordinator for GIS/GPS at Diablo Valley College.

The GIS/GPS program at DVC provides training in the most current tools. Students learn field data acquisition techniques using GPS and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers.

A course in drone remote sensing will be offered this fall, providing training in geospatial data collection.

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STUDENT SUCCESS GIS/GPS

Whitney Kirkendall Whitney Kirkendall already had a master’s degree in geophysics prior to starting at DVC. “After finishing my degree and working as a geologist, I found I was most interested in computational work with a geospatial spin. Completing the GIS/GPS program at DVC gave me the tools to start my career as a GIS Analyst,” said Kirkendall.

Kirkendall is now a Senior GIS Analyst/Developer at Lawrence Livermore National Lab. She develops web-based GIS applications and is responsible for the desktop GIS and python scripting required to support those efforts.

“I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to develop or refresh their GIS/GPS skills. The coursework provides a solid basis with which to start or advance in your career,” said Kirkendall.

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Students have found internships or jobs with Contra Costa County IT Department, City of Concord, BART, City of Berkeley, City of Oakland, O.C. Jones and Sons, Contra Costa County Flood Control and the Contra Costa County Public Works Department, among others.

A course in drone remote sensing will be offered this fall, providing training in geospatial data collection. Use of drones is important to industries that rely on this technology.

“There are many career choices and most students who complete the program are able to find a good fit. Entry-level technicians typically create, obtain and organize data, possibly including field survey and data collection using GPS, or scanning and digitizing paper maps. An entry-level cartographer is responsible for creating and designing maps. An analyst manages, manipulates and processes the data to help make decisions and solve problems,” said Sinha.

Students have found internships or jobs with Contra Costa County IT Department, City of Concord, BART, City of Berkeley, City of Oakland, O.C. Jones and Sons, Contra Costa County Flood Control and the Contra Costa County Public Works Department, among others. Students who have completed the program have moved on to full-time work with companies such as Apple, AECOM, Lawrence Livermore National Lab and Geotech Consultants.

Potential salary: According to the 2017 URISA GIS Salary Survey, the average salary for a GIS Technician is $47,225 while a GIS Specialist or GIS Analyst may earn over $60,000. Positions in GIS management or GIS programming may earn $80,000 or more.

Note that some advanced positions may require a bachelor’s degree.

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Associate in science - geographic information systems / global positioning system

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For further information, visit www.dvc.edu/gis-gps

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Which classes are accepted for college credit?

Each high school and adult school has a list of classes that have been accepted for college credit. Depending on the school, available classes may be accepted for credit in one or more of the following subject areas at DVC:

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ome high school students seem to really be ahead of the game, loading up on advanced classes to boost their GPA. One of the benefits of taking advanced placement (AP) classes in high school is that you can then take AP exams that may earn college credit. This is a good idea, but an even better one is to pass high school classes that also can earn you college credit! It’s all made possible through written agreements between high schools and Diablo Valley College.

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The process typically begins when a high school teacher requests to align his or her class with a DVC class, but DVC may also reach out to the high school to indicate interest in offering credits for certain courses. The high school provides a course outline for review and then DVC ensures that students at the high school will receive the same student learning Allison Albright outcomes. If the class is approved, then an agreement is signed for three years. The college provides a final exam that will be given in the high school class. In most cases, for each approved class, the student can earn three units of college credit.

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“To earn credit at DVC, the high school student needs to receive at least a C in their high school class, and at least a B on the final exam. The grade earned for the final exam is the grade that will appear on DVC’s transcript for the class. The high school instructor then walks the student through the process of completing the DVC application and registering on an online system where the student’s credits are recorded,” said Allison Albright, student services and instructional support coordinator with Diablo Valley College.

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Students may be able to receive a certificate or degree faster. This saves both time and money.

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Students only receive the college credit and associated grade if they earn at least a B on the final exam. This provides a safety net for students.

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Articulation Agreements Diablo Valley College has articulation agreements with the following schools:

A total of 37 high schools and two adult education schools have entered into these types of agreements with DVC. The credits received can be applied towards a certificate or associate degree, and possibly towards a bachelor’s degree. Most of the courses that earn credit are in career education, but Albright notes that DVC is beginning to expand beyond that.

“Our most popular classes for earning dual credits are offered through the culinary program and the art and digital media program. But there are courses in a range of other subject areas as well. We are in the process of creating a new agreement for our Introduction to Dance class,” said Albright.

For further information, and to find out which classes at your high school have been approved for credit with DVC, visit www.dvc.edu/hsarticulation or ask your high school guidance counselor.

One of the benefits of taking advanced placement (AP) classes in high school is that you can then take AP exams that may earn college credit.

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ommunity education programs teach new skills to students, and create a more enriched life experience. While Diablo Valley College is perhaps best known for its higher education offerings, DVC Community Education fills a special piece of the college’s mission to promote “growth and lifelong learning.”

Flexible options “DVC Community Education offers not-forcredit, short and low-cost classes for ages 9 - 99.

Programs range from chef-led demos and tastings in the DVC culinary demo classroom to family shows in the DVC Planetarium,” said Jacklyn Lorenz, director of community education at DVC. “We have online classes through Ed2Go, a perfect option for those who work full-time, have a family, and need programs that fit within their busy lives. This is also a great place for degree-holders to find short-term,

low-cost skills training to grow in their current career or pivot to a new one,” said Lorenz.

Connecting youth to programs on a college campus can be a key first step in creating a pathway to college.

Community Education classes are taught by DVC faculty, as well as members of the local business community, local residents and skilled DVC students. Classes are taught on the DVC campuses, enabling students to access all that is unique to DVC.

Something for everyone

Jacklyn Lorenz

“My hope is that DVC will be viewed as not just a place for higher education, but also an arts and culture center, a job skills training center and a hub for social engagement. We seek to engage degree-holders, youth, families and retirees by offering options designed for them that are not currently offered by credit-bearing classes,” said Lorenz.

Programs serving children and teens are of special interest, as they offer what is often the students’ first visit to a college campus.

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“We recently started ‘Experimental College’ for youth, where we offer STEAM classes for middle and high school students.

Classes include coding and robotics, Girls Who Math, and MatLab. And for the past 30 years, we have offered ‘College for Kids,’ a summer program for kids entering grades 4 - 9,” said Lorenz.

“We have top faculty, unique offerings, state-ofthe-art facilities and resources. We provide a long and strong thread from youth programs to degree programs to career programs. Many College for Kids students have been with DVC from the age of 9 to 21. There aren’t many other community programs that have similar success,” said Lorenz.

How to enroll DVC Community Education class fees range from $10 to $150. Classes are offered year-round, and may be scheduled during the week, a weeknight or a weekend depending on the class. Programs are offered at the DVC Pleasant Hill and San Ramon campuses, as well as in Rossmoor, at John F. Kennedy University and online through Ed2Go. To view available classes and register online, visit www.dvc.edu/comm-ed. For further information, call (925) 969-4600 or email communityed@dvc.edu.

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STUDENT SUCCESS College for Kids

Jacob Lacuesta Jacob Lacuesta was a student in College for Kids (CFK) in the summer between 5th and 6th grade.

“I wasn’t good at math so my mom enrolled me.

To sweeten the deal, in exchange for me taking algebra, she let me take one fun class. I picked cartooning. I thought it was cool to be able to wander on a college campus at that age,” said Lacuesta.

Like so many other former CFK students, Lacuesta found himself back on the DVC campus later in life.

“When I was in high school, I really wanted to go to a for-profit art college because their recruiters gave us the feeling that a ‘proper college would be no place for the arts.’ I was reminded about my College for Kids experience and then took a look into the DVC catalog. I started taking film classes in my junior year and I fell in love with it,” said Lacuesta.

College for Kids For over 30 years, Diablo Valley College has offered College for Kids (CFK), a unique summer enrichment program that invites children entering grades 4 - 9 to take classes on its campus.

Classes include a variety of math, writing and art topics, along with more recent options in science and technology, including coding and robotics, crime scene investigation, environmental science, 3D computer modeling and printing, chemistry, physics and MakerSpace.

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“My goal is to create summer classes that highlight what DVC has to offer future college students. This summer I introduced a TV broadcasting class and an intro to music production class,” said Jacklyn Lorenz, director of community education at DVC. CFK students are able to see first-hand that college is something they can attain.

Students are exposed to activities that enable them to explore careers while accessing software and equipment that are rarely offered in their own school.

“CFK provides kids an entry to college life and learning. For most of our students, College for Kids is the first time they have ever stepped onto a college campus,” said Lorenz.

“It is hard to find anyone in the nearby area who has not been touched by College for Kids, or who doesn’t have friends whose children benefited from it. I know parents who were CFK students who now send their own children to the program. And many of these kids have come back to the campus as DVC college students. In fact, some of the instructors in our program were actually CFK participants themselves. What an amazing legacy!” said Lorenz.

College for Kids begins in mid-June and concludes at the end of July. Classes are scheduled between 12:50 pm and 4:10 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, enabling students to have four-day weekends all summer. The cost for each class ranges from $70 to $150 depending on the subject. Registration begins in April, and is available online, by phone or in-person on the DVC Pleasant Hill campus. For further information or to register for classes, visit www.dvc.edu/comm-ed or call at (925) 969-4600.

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Lacuesta completed his associate in arts in film at DVC while also working in career-related jobs and internships, and then transferred to UC Davis to earn his bachelor’s degree.

“I am double-majoring in cinema digital media and communication with an emphasis on information communication technology. I will finish this year but will go to grad school to obtain a Ph.D in film and media,” said Lacuesta.

Lacuesta has also returned to give back to the program that first sparked his interest in college.

“For the past two summers, I taught for College for Kids. I wanted to have my class taught entirely from smartphones and related devices. The quality of hardware and software is tremendous.

For my first summer, I taught students the basic process of pre-production, photography and postproduction. On the final day, I invited the parents to come over to watch the final pieces together.

In my second year, I added film analysis,” said Lacuesta.

Lacuesta feels that both the College for Kids program and DVC have helped him get to where he is today.

“College for Kids helped guide me to DVC, and DVC helped guide me to a great university. I would recommend College for Kids. It’s a good program that is held up by a lot of people who not only care for the students but who also have passion for their fields,” said Lacuesta.

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hoosing a career path is an important decision and Diablo Valley College is dedicated to providing education to fit a wide variety of career goals. Choose from certificates, associate degrees and transfer studies to prepare you for careers that support your unique interests and ambitions.

Department

Certificate of Accomplishment

Certificate of Achievement

Degree - Major

AS / AS-T Degree

Possible Careers and Median Salary California 2016*

Addiction Studies

Addiction Specialist

$55,480

Administration of Justice

Detective and Criminal Investigator Police Patrol Officer Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialist Criminal Investigator and Special Agent

$120,740 $114,280 $83,350 $100,360

Anthropology

Anthropologist and Archaeologist Anthropology and Archaeology Teacher

$70,690 $81,009

Architecture

Architecture Designer Interior Designer Landscape Architect Architect

$55,444 $70,360 $95,070 $98,410

Art

Fine Artist Art Teacher, Post-Secondary

$64,160 $65,630

Art Digital Media / Graphic Design

Graphic Designer Web Developer

$72,790 $113,910

Art History

Curator

$95,790

Audiovisual Technician

Audiovisual Technician

$48,940

Biological Science / Allied Health

Biological Technician Life Scientist, Biologist

$59,080 $97,400

Business

Personal Financial Advisor Human Resources Specialist Administrative Assistant Business Manager

$168,060 $91,970 $77,100 $110,603

Business Accounting

Accounts Payable Specialist Accounting Clerk Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

$40,287 $56,020 $92,190

Chinese

Interpreter and Translator

$70,710

Communication Studies

Editor Reporter Technical Writer Public Relations Specialist Training and Development Specialist Advertising and Promotions Manager

$93,260 $59,280 $94,070 $94,140 $85,290 $131,690

Computer Information Systems

Database Administrator

$106,680

Computer Network Technologies

Computer User Support Specialist Computer Network Support Specialist

$73,020 $81,390

Computer Science

Programmer Software Engineer

$105,890 $119,441

Construction / Pre-Apprenticeship

Carpenter Foreman Estimator

$66,190 $99,740 $74,080

Culinary Arts

Chef Line Cook

$60,920 $36,280

Dance

Dancer

$93,830

Dental Assisting

Dental Assistant

$51,250

Dental Hygiene

Dental Hygienist

$88,481

Drama

Actor Art. Drama and Music Teacher, Post-Secondary

$48,399 $65,630

Early Childhood Education

Pre-School Teacher Daycare Worker

$45,020 $30,190

Economics

Economics Teacher, Post-Secondary Economist

$65,630 $121,840

Electrical / Electronics Technology

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician Electrical and Electronic Repairer, Commercial and Industrial Electrician

$69,620 $63,650 $90,490

Energy Systems

Solar Installer Wind Turbine Technician

$49,780 $49,080

Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician Electrical Engineer Industrial Engineer

$69,620 $120,780 $116,540

* Education beyond a certificate or associate’s degree may be required or recommended for certain careers listed. Education and career-related work experience may boost earning potential and advancement opportunities.

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Department

Certificate of Accomplishment

Certificate of Achievement

Degree - Major

AS / AS-T Degree

Possible Careers and Median Salary California 2016*

Engineering Technology

Industrial Designer Engineering Technician

$74,220 $69,620

English

English Language and Literature Teacher, Post-Secondary

$82,290

English as a Second Language

ESL Instructor

$69,460

Environmental Science

Environmental Scientist Forest and Conservation Technician

$103,860 $23,930

Film, Television & Electronic Media

Video Game Designer Producer Editor Videographer Cinematographer

$95,970 $106,270 $80,310 $68,080 $68,080

French

Interpreter and Translator

$70,710

Education

Elementary Teacher Teacher, Post-Secondary

$75,320 $65,630

Geography

Geographer Geography Teacher, Post-Secondary

$77,940 $65,630

Geology

Geologist Geology Teacher, Post-Secondary

$92,720 $65,630

German

Interpreter and Translator

$70,710

Health Science

Medical and Clinical Lab Technologist Phlebotomist

$65,800 $55,500

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration

HVAC Installer

$63,880

History

Historian History Teacher, Post-Secondary

$75,460 $65,630

Horticulture

Horticulturist Landscaping and Groundskeeping Worker

$80,170 $44,000

Humanities

Humanities Teacher, Post-Secondary

$65,630

Industrial Design

Industrial Designer Product Designer

$74,220 $96,640

Italian

Interpreter and Translator

$70,710

Japanese

Interpreter and Translator

$70,710

Journalism

Editor Court Reporter Photographer

$94,070 $107,410 $60,460

Kinesiology

Physical Therapists Coach or Scout Athletic Trainer Fitness Trainer

$104,680 $46,630 $61,640 $57,210

Library Technology

Library Technician

$33,690

Mathematics

Mathematical Technician Mathematician

$54,279 $121,420

Mechanical Technology

Mechanical Engineer Automotive Engineer / Technician Mechanical Engineering Technician

$121,150 $42,343 $63,650

Music

Musician Music Director and Composer

$46,646 $62,230

Music Industry Studies

Talent Manager Music Producer

$130,510 $106,270

Nutrition

Dietitian

$80,090

Philosophy

Philosophy and Religion Teacher, Post-Secondary

$65,630

Physics

Physics Teacher, Post-Secondary Physicist

$65,630 $136,670

Plumbing

Plumber

$67,060

Political Science

Political Science Teachers, Post-Secondary Political Scientist

$65,630 $89,695

Psychology

Clinical, Counseling and School Psychologist

$111,190

Real Estate

Real Estate Agent Real Estate Broker

$64,260 $67,306

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapist

$97,070

Russian

Interpreter and Translator

$70,710

Sociology

Sociologist

$102,650

Spanish

Interpreter and Translator

$70,710

Special Education

Special Education Instructor

$77,260

Steamfitting

Steamfitter

$67,060

Transfer Studies - CSU

Varies depending on major

Transfer Studies - IGETC

Varies depending on major

* Education beyond a certificate or associate’s degree may be required or recommended for certain careers listed. Education and career-related work experience may boost earning potential and advancement opportunities.

Source for Salary Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.sokanu.com, www1.salary.com, and www.teachingdegree.org (2018).

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Take the assessment or complete multiple measures Determine your placement in English/ESL and math Diablo Valley College offers over 65 career education programs that prepare Diablo Valley College offers over 65 students with job-ready skills leading to career education programs that prepare employment, higher wages, and career students with job-ready skills leading to advancement. employment, higher wages, and career advancement.

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