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Spring Schedule

Would you like to learn Mandarin Chinese? Are you interested in opportunities where knowing another language can make a difference?

DVC’s Mandarin Chinese language program offers engaging courses for students interested in learning the language and exploring Chinese culture. Studying Chinese can open the door to a range of opportunities in today’s global world. Most careers involving language skills require more than two years of study.

Career Opportunities


The Chinese program will prepare you for work in a variety of occupations and career paths, including: 

  • Communications
  • Foreign trade and banking
  • Transportation
  • Government
  • Foreign service
  • Tourism
  • Library services
  • Teaching/Professor
  • Professional translation
  • Journalism

Degrees and Certificates

Change your life with a Chinese degree and/or certificate.

About degrees and certificates


Certificates:
A certificate readily prepares you to enter a particular field or career. It can also give you new skills for advancement in the workplace.

Associate Degrees:
An associate degree requires a broader education for career options in a range of industries. It's a great step towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year school or entering the workforce sooner.

Associate Degrees for Transfer:
A transfer degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. Earning one can guarantee admission to California State Universities, some private and online universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). ADTs, along with a transfer agreement guarantee (TAG) with the University of California system can help you achieve your goals for less. Learn about transfer services.

Meet our Chinese Faculty

Raquel Garcia

Raquel Garcia

Department Chair, World Language & Cultures
Huiqin An

Huiqin An

Faculty

News

Chinese Professor Huiqin An with students Bernice Leung (left) and Kira Daly (right) at the 2025 CLTAC Mandarin Speech Contest.

From Preparation to Victory: DVC Students Excel at Mandarin Speech Contest

May 5, 2025

Chinese Expo of Student Work

DVC Students Make Waves: Impressive Showcase at the National Chinese Expo of Student Works

February 2, 2024

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CLTAC Chinese Speech Contest

March 30, 2023