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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Science & Health
Oceanography
The oceanography program explores marine ecosystems, ocean processes, and human impacts, preparing students for careers discovering the complex stories of the Earth's oceans.
Oceanography
Arts, Communication & Language
Persian
Explore Persian at DVC! Learn the language, connect with culture, and open doors to global opportunities through engaging, college-level courses.
Persian
Science & Health
Personal Training & Fitness
Join our personal training program at DVC to learn fitness fundamentals and build meaningful connections, preparing for a career as a trainer or fitness coach.
Personal Training & Fitness
Arts, Communication & Language
Social Sciences
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.
Philosophy
Math & Engineering
Science & Health
Physics
Explore physics, the foundation of physical sciences and technology, with applications in solar power, medical imaging, and careers in labs, hospitals, and beyond.
Physics
Math & Engineering
Plumbing
Earn a wage while learning! DVC offers a five-year apprenticeship program in plumbing. Get hands-on training for an occupation that's always in demand.
Plumbing
Social Sciences
Political Science
The political science program explores government, politics, and policy, preparing students for careers in law, public service, and advocacy or transfer to four-year schools.
Political Science
Math & Engineering
Pre-Apprenticeship
The Pre-Apprenticeship program guides students through the apprenticeship application process, providing a hands-on experience in construction processes, occupational health and safety and other real job site experiences.
Pre-Apprenticeship
Science & Health
Social Sciences
Psychology
DVC's psychology program builds critical thinking skills and explores human behavior, preparing you for a rewarding career helping others and improving community well-being.
Psychology
Science & Health
Public Health
The public health program prepares students to promote community health, prevent disease, and pursue careers in health education, advocacy, or transfer to four-year schools.
Public Health
Arts, Communication & Language
Russian
Explore Russian at DVC! Learn the language, connect with culture, and open doors to global opportunities through engaging, college-level courses.
Russian
Social Sciences
Social Science
DVC’s social justice program explores inequality and advocacy, preparing students for careers in social work, public policy, law, or further study at four-year schools.
Social Science