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Career Academies

Career Academies are short-term college courses designed with high school students in mind but open to all students during the summer.

Journalism

The DVC journalism program teaches news writing, reporting, and digital storytelling, preparing students for careers in print, online, and broadcast media.

Industrial Design

DVC's industrial design program equips you with the creative and technical skills to design, develop, and prototype products for various industries, including design for manufacturing (D4m).

Philosophy

Philosophy sharpens critical thinking and understanding of self and humanity, preparing you for careers in education, law, and writing, and fulfills CSU/UC transfer requirements.

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

Geography

Geography is an interdisciplinary study style program at DVC preparing you to work in private, government or non-profit settings. This growing field has many career options, including geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), social and cultural geography and drone technology.

Business Entrepreneurship

Explore DVC’s Entrepreneurship Program—hands-on business training across industries like music, cannabis, personal training, arboriculture, nursery and greenhouse management, food and more. Turn your passion into a venture.

Astronomy

DVC's astronomy program prepares you for a variety of career paths in natural science, research, systems analysis and engineering, as well as software engineering and development. Learn from hands-on experience in the classroom, labs, and planetarium!

Pride Campus Resources

The Campus Resources page highlights support and services available for LGBTQIA+ students at DVC, including counseling, safe spaces, and community-building opportunities, fostering an inclusive and affirming campus environment.

Student Organization Information

Get involved at DVC and explore opportunities to develop valuable leadership and interpersonal skills. Learn about student government, clubs, and activities.