This degree program is designed to provide students with communicative skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. It also gives students a greater understanding of Spanish culture and civilization, and prepares them for greater international and domestic career opportunities. For the suggested sequence of courses to be taken and/or assistance in transferring to a four-year institution, contact the Counseling Center or the Department of World Languages.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Communicate clearly and effectively in a variety of media and/or contexts (speech, writing, and/or sign language).
• Apply discipline-specific theories about language and communication to students’ own practice or work.
• Navigate norms related to communicating in diverse environments, including professional, intercultural, and/or specialized settings.

Career Opportunities

Bilingual Aide
Border Patrol Officer
Buyer
Court Interpreter
Counseling
Customs Agent/Inspector
Foreign Exchange Clerk
Foreign Student Advisor¹
Interpreter
Journalist¹
Museum Curator¹
Physician¹
Scientific Linguist¹
Tour Guide
Tutor

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Bachelor Degree or higher required.

Associate in Arts Degree Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Units
SPAN-120	Spanish I	5
SPAN-121	Spanish II	5
SPAN-220	Spanish III	5
SPAN-221	Spanish IV	5
SPAN-250	Conversational Spanish I	3
SPAN-251	Conversational Spanish II	3
Select one of the following:		3
HIST-118	U.S. History: Chicano/Chicana Perspectives I
HIST-119	U.S. History: Chicano/Chicana Perspectives II
SPAN-141	Spanish and Latin American Cultures
SPAN-145	Hispanic Civilizations
Total Units		29

Plus General Education Requirements

Certificate of Achievement

Students who complete only the major requirements above qualify for a Certificate in Spanish. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.