Careers in the trades offer a fast track to high-paying careers without a bachelor's degree. By attending DVC, students have the advantage of acquiring the skills, knowledge, and hands-on learning experience to pursue a trade occupation while also earning transferable college credits should they choose to continue their education later on.
Audiovisual Technology Careers: How DVC Prepares Students for the A.V. Industry
The primary purposes of DVC Procedure 3025.03 are 1) to ensure that students are able to freely engage in protected expression in areas designated for that purpose; 2) to protect student safety; 3) to prevent substantial disruption of the learning environment and the orderly operation of District campuses; and 4) to preserve District facilities for their intended use.
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Students interested in careers that combine art and technology can enroll in either the art digital media program or the film, television and electronic media (FTVE) program. Art digital media students can specialize in animation, game design, graphic design, and interaction design. FTVE students learn skills to prepare for careers in film, broadcasting, online media, and more.
The DVC Pre-Apprenticeship program introduces students to skilled trade careers that offer high wages, union benefits and long-term stability.
SEVIS fees are a requirement for F-1 Students and must be paid before your visa interview. The following information specifically addresses fee issues for F-1 students.
Interested in a career in music? Find out how DVC music industry studies alums Christopher "Chrei" Torres and Ethan Chuck leveraged DVC connections with production studios to get real-world experience in their field!