At DVC, our courses, certificate and degree programs are organized into what we call Interest Areas. Interest Areas are groups of related programs. They help you find a path to reach your educational and career goals.
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Addiction Studies
DVC’s Addiction Studies program is a great path for someone wanting a career helping people with addiction and giving back to the community.
Addiction StudiesAdministration of Justice
The DVC Administration of Justice Program prepares students for careers in the criminal justice system as a civilian or as a sworn officer of the law.
Administration of JusticeAnthropology
DVC's Anthropology program is a starting point for positions like anthropologist, urban planner, environmental impact analyst and more. Most career options require more than two years of college study.
AnthropologyCareer 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.
Career and CounselingEarly Childhood Education
DVC's Early Childhood Education program prepares students for rewarding careers in teaching and childcare through hands-on experience and professional training.
Early Childhood EducationEconomics
The Economics program provides a strong foundation in economic theory and principles, preparing students for careers in business, finance, and public policy.
EconomicsEducation
DVC's education program provides a strong foundation and pathway for students intending to transfer and complete a multiple subject teaching credential.
EducationEthnic Studies
DVC does not yet offer an ethnic studies degree or certificate, but it does students prepare for upper level degrees in ethnic studies and social justice.
Ethnic StudiesHistory
DVC History offers courses to expand your knowledge, apply critical thinking, and explore historical impacts—ideal for careers in education, public service, or law.
HistoryHumanities
Studying humanities fosters a deep understanding of creative expression in arts, literature, and philosophy while enhancing your critical thinking and writing skills.
HumanitiesJournalism
The DVC journalism program teaches news writing, reporting, and digital storytelling, preparing students for careers in print, online, and broadcast media.
JournalismPhilosophy
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.
Philosophy