DVC Career Academies are short-term college courses designed with high school students in mind but are open to all students during the summer. They allow students to explore various careers fields while earning college credit through hands-on activities and field trips. Please note, that because these courses are "short-term", you must attend everyday.
Below is how to enroll in the career academies and a list of our current career academies.
In one week you will learn how to animate and record audio to create your own animation short film.
July 22-26, 2024
July 29-August 2, 2024
Learn about what it takes to start a small business by learning about marketing, accounting, creating a business plan and so much more!
July 15-26, 2024
An exciting overview of current and emerging career opportunities in the hospitality and culinary industry.
June 10-20, 2024
(Note: This course is M-Th)
Topics including hacking prevention, system hardening, access control, and system protection.
Intro: June 17-22, 2024 (Note: No class 6/19)
Adv: June 24-28, 2024
A week-long activity that blends hands-on exploration, problem-solving, industry field visits, and expert industry viewpoints.
June 10-14, 2024
Learn about topics such as climate change, wetland ecology and water quality in the Delta region.
July 29-August 2, 2024
Get exploratory hands-on experience in a variety of Engineering and Technical Careers.
July 15-26, 2024
Students have the rare opportunity to visit local healthcare facilities and learn essential healthcare skills.
Offered at PHC & SRC
June 10-14, 2024
Learn about the science and technology involved in robotic systems. Working together, students will design and build circuits and kinematic structures that sense and interact with their environment.
July 1-12, 2024
(Note: No class 7/4)
If you have any questions or need help registering, please contact DVC Career Academies.