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Career and Counseling

Career and counseling courses can help you with job exploration, educational planning, and essential career skills. You can also earn college credits for work you are already doing through our work experience courses.

Special Education

A special education certificate or degree prepares students to work as paraeducators/instructional assistants with individuals with special needs, covering disabilities, teaching strategies, psychology, and practical experience. This program

Mathematics

The DVC mathematics program provides a strong foundation in mathematical concepts and techniques, preparing students for transfer to a four-year university or careers in fields such as engineering, computer science, economics, and education.

Early Childhood Education

DVC's Early Childhood Education program prepares students for rewarding careers in teaching and childcare through hands-on experience and professional training.

TRIO Pre-College Programs

DVC’s free TRIO Upward Bound program helps eligible first-generation and low-income high school students prepare for college with tutoring and advising. Apply today!

Sociology

The sociology program explores society's structure and dynamics, preparing students for careers in social work, public policy, and criminal justice, or transfer to a four-year university.

Horticulture

Start your horticulture career at DVC! Gain practical skills for roles like arborist, plant scientist, master grower, nursery and greenhouse manager or an entrepreneur in the arboriculture or cannabis industries. Earn certificates or transfer to a 4-year college.

Business Management

If you ever want to run your own business, the DVC Business Management program is a great fit! This program equips you with essential small business leadership and entrepreneurship skills.

English

DVC English helps students gain a strong foundation in literature and composition, preparing them for advanced studies or careers in various fields.

Physics

Explore physics, the foundation of physical sciences and technology, with applications in solar power, medical imaging, and careers in labs, hospitals, and beyond.