2026-2027 Catalog

Orange Coast College · 328 programs · 1938 courses

Class schedules this year: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027

Degrees and certificates

Accounting

Accounting Data Analytics Certificate of Achievement
Accounting Associate in Science Degree
Accounting Certificate of Achievement
Business Taxation Competency Certificate of Achievement
Cost Accounting Competency Certificate of Achievement
Entry-Level Accounting Certificate of Achievement
Financial Accounting Competency Certificate of Achievement
Governmental Accounting Competency Certificate of Achievement
Individual Taxation Competency Certificate of Achievement
Non-Profit Accounting Competency Certificate of Achievement
Payroll Accounting Competency Certificate of Achievement

Allied Health

Allied Health Program Readiness Certificate of Competency
Personal Care Aide Noncredit Certificate of Completion
Pharmacy Technician Certificate of Completion
Skills Enhancement for Consumer and Health Sciences Certificate of Completion

Anthropology

Anthropology Associate in Arts Degree
Anthropology Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Architectural Technology

Architectural Design 1 Associate in Science Degree
Architectural Design 1 Certificate of Achievement
Architectural Design 2 Associate in Science Degree
Architectural Design 2 Certificate of Achievement
Architecture Associate in Science Degree
Design/Build Certificate of Achievement
Digital Fabrication for Architecture Certificate of Achievement
Environmental Resource Management Certificate of Specialization
FrameCAD Steel Design Certificate of Specialization
FrameCAD Steel Production Certificate of Specialization
Integrated Project Design Certificate of Achievement

Architecture

FrameCAD Steel Design NC Certificate of Completion
FrameCAD Steel Production NC Certificate of Completion
Micro-Structure Design Technology Noncredit Certificate of Completion

Art

Art History Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Ceramics Certificate of Specialization
Entertainment Art Certificate of Achievement
Narrative Illustration Associate in Science Degree
Narrative Illustration Certificate of Achievement
Studio Arts Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Astronomy

Astronomy Associate in Science Degree

Athletics

Athletics Certificate of Achievement

Aviation and Aerospace Sciences

Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate of Achievement
Airline Transport Pilot Certificate of Specialization
Aviation and Aerospace Sciences: Air Traffic Control Associate in Science Degree
Aviation Science Associate in Science Degree
Aviation Science Certificate of Achievement
Commercial Pilot Certificate of Specialization
Flight Operations Certificate of Achievement
Instrument Pilot Certificate of Specialization
Private Pilot Certificate of Specialization
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate of Achievement

Aviation Maintenance Technology

Airframe & Powerplant Associate in Science Degree
Airframe & Powerplant Certificate of Achievement
Airframe Associate in Science Degree
Airframe Certificate of Achievement
Avionics Certificate of Achievement
Helicopter Theory and Maintenance Certificate of Specialization
Powerplant Associate in Science Degree
Powerplant Certificate of Achievement

Biology

Biology Associate in Science Degree
Biology Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)

Business

Business Administration 2.0 Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)
Business Administration Associate in Science Degree
Business Administration Certificate of Achievement
Entrepreneurship Certificate of Specialization
Finance Certificate of Achievement
Not for Profit Management Certificate of Achievement

Business

Not-for-Profit Management Certificate of Completion

Cardiovascular Technology

Cardiovascular Technology Associate in Science Degree
Electrocardiography Technician Certificate of Achievement

Chemistry

Chemistry Skills Certificate of Competency

Chemistry

Chemistry Associate in Science Degree

Child Development and Education

Child Development Administration Specialization Certificate of Achievement
Child Development Assistant Teacher Certificate of Achievement
Child Development Associate Teacher Associate in Science Degree
Child Development Associate Teacher Certificate of Achievement
Child Development Core Certificate of Achievement
Child Development Curriculum Specialization Certificate of Achievement
Child Development Lead Teacher Associate in Science Degree
Child Development Lead Teacher Certificate of Achievement
Early Childhood Education Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)
Elementary Education Specialization Certificate of Achievement
Elementary Teacher Education: Integrated Programs Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
Infant and Toddler Specialization Certificate of Achievement
Working with Exceptional Children Specialization Certificate of Achievement

Communication Studies

Communications Studies 2.0 Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Mass Communications/Media Studies Associate in Arts Degree
Social Media Strategist Certificate of Achievement

Computer & High Technology

Artificial Intelligence: Basic Concepts and Applications Certificate of Completion
Computer Basics Certificate of Completion
Digital Communication Fundamentals Certificate of Completion
Jamf Training Foundation Certificate of Completion
Microsoft Office Applications I Certificate of Completion

Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems Associate in Science Degree
Computer Information Systems Certificate of Achievement
Office Assistant Certificate of Achievement
Web Design Certificate of Specialization

Computer Science

C ++ Programming Certificate of Specialization
Computer Science Associate in Science Degree
Computer Science Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)
Computer Science Certificate of Achievement
Java Programming Certificate of Specialization
Python Programming Certificate of Specialization

Construction Technology

Building Construction Second Award Certificate of Achievement
Building Construction Third Award Certificate of Achievement
Building Construction Associate in Science Degree
Building Construction Certificate of Achievement
Carpentry Certificate of Achievement
Concrete & Masonry Certificate of Achievement
Construction Technology Associate in Science Degree
Construction Technology Certificate of Achievement
Fine Woodworking Certificate of Specialization
Master Construction Specialist Associate in Science Degree
Master Construction Specialist Certificate of Achievement
Plumbing Certificate of Achievement
Residential Electrical Certificate of Achievement

Consumer Studies

Customer Service for the Retail Industry Certificate of Completion
Hospitality and Tourism Certificate of Completion

Culinary Arts

Advanced Baking and Pastry Associate in Science Degree
Advanced Baking and Pastry Certificate of Achievement
Advanced Culinary Arts Associate in Science Degree
Advanced Culinary Arts Certificate of Achievement
Baking and Pastry-Basic Certificate of Achievement
Culinary Arts-Cook Certificate of Achievement

Dance

Commercial Dance Certificate of Achievement
Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Certificate of Achievement
Dance Instructor Certificate of Achievement
Dance Associate in Arts Degree
Pilates Mat Instructor Certificate of Achievement
World Dance Instructor Certificate of Achievement
World Dance Associate in Arts Degree

Dental Assisting

Dental Assisting - Registered Associate in Science Degree
Dental Assisting - Registered Certificate of Achievement

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate in Science Degree

Digital Media Arts and Design

Animation Associate in Science Degree
Animation Certificate of Achievement
Graphic Design Associate in Science Degree
Graphic Design Certificate of Achievement
UX/UI Design Associate in Science Degree
UX/UI Design Certificate of Achievement

Economics

Economics Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Electronics

Automation Fundamentals Certificate of Achievement
Embedded Systems Technician Certificate of Achievement
Embedded Systems Associate in Science Degree
Industrial Electronics Technician Certificate of Achievement
Industrial PLC Technician Associate in Science Degree
Industrial PLC Technician Certificate of Achievement
Robotics Technician Certificate of Achievement

Emergency Medical Services

Emergency Medical Services Certificate of Achievement

Engineering

Engineering Associate in Science Degree

English

Academic Preparation in English Certificate of Competency

English

English Associate in Arts Degree
English Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

English as a Second Language

ESL Support for Freshman Composition Certificate of Competency

English Language Learning

English Language Learning - Advanced Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning - Basic Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning - Beginning Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning - Intermediate Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning - Workplace Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning for Parents Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning for U.S. Citizenship Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning: Grammar Certificate of Competency
English Language Learning: Transition to Academics Certificate of Competency

Environmental Science and Ecology

Environmental Science Associate in Arts Degree
Environmental Science Associate in Science Degree

Fashion

Apparel Construction Associate in Science Degree
Apparel Construction Certificate of Achievement
Apparel Industry Sustainability Certificate of Specialization
Fashion Design Associate in Science Degree
Fashion Design Certificate of Achievement
Fashion Media, Events, & Promotion Associate in Science Degree
Fashion Media, Events, & Promotions Certificate of Achievement
Fashion Merchandising Associate in Science Degree
Fashion Merchandising Certificate of Achievement
Fashion Styling & Visual Display Associate in Science Degree
Fashion Styling & Visual Display Certificate of Achievement
Industrial Sewing Certificate of Specialization
Technical Design and Product Development Associate in Science Degree
Technical Design and Product Development Certificate of Achievement

Film & Television

Film & Television Associate in Arts Degree
Film & Television Certificate of Achievement
Film, Television, and Electronic Media Associate in Science for Transfer
Immersive Media (VR/AR) Certificate of Achievement
Media Arts and Creative Entertainment Certificate of Achievement

Food and Beverage Management

Bar and Beverage Management Certificate of Achievement
Food and Beverage Management, Advanced Associate in Science Degree
Food and Beverage Management, Advanced Certificate of Achievement
Food and Beverage Management Certificate of Achievement

Food Science

Food Science Associate in Science Degree

Foreign Languages

Foreign Languages Associate in Arts Degree
Spanish Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

General Education Certificates

Cal-GETC Certificate of Achievement

Geography

Geography Associate in Arts Degree
Geography Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Geology

Earth Science Associate in Science Degree
Geology Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)

Global Studies

Global Studies Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR)

Air Conditioning and Heating Service and Installation Certificate of Achievement
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) Associate in Science Degree
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) Certificate of Achievement
Refrigeration Service Certificate of Achievement

History

History Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Horticulture

Advanced Landscape Design and Landscape Specialist Certificate of Specialization
Basic Landscape Design Certificate of Achievement
Horticulture Associate in Science Degree
Horticulture Certificate of Achievement
Intermediate Landscape Design and Construction Specialist Certificate of Achievement
Retrofitting California Urban Gardens Certificate of Achievement

Hospitality, Travel, and Tourism

Airline Travel Management Certificate of Achievement
Flight Attendant and Airline and Travel Careers Associate in Science Degree
Flight Attendant and Airline and Travel Careers Certificate of Achievement
Front Office Specialist Certificate of Achievement
Hotel Management Associate in Science Degree
Human Resource Management Associate in Science Degree
Human Resource Management Certificate of Achievement
Sales and Marketing Specialist Associate in Science Degree
Sales and Marketing Specialist Certificate of Achievement
Travel Specialist Associate in Science Degree
Travel Specialist Certificate of Achievement

Interior Design

Interior Design - Digital Design Communication NC Certificate of Completion

Interior Design

Interior Design - Digital Design Communication Certificate of Achievement
Interior Design - Kitchen and Bath Advanced Certificate of Specialization
Interior Design Foundation - Level 1 Certificate of Achievement
Level 2 - Interior Design Assistant Associate in Science Degree
Level 3 - Interior Design Professional Certificate of Achievement

Journalism

Journalism Associate in Arts Degree
Journalism Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Kinesiology

Adapted Kinesiology Certificate of Specialization
Athletic Training Level 1 Certificate of Achievement
Athletic Training Level 2 Certificate of Achievement
Athletics Coaching Certificate of Achievement
Fitness Specialist: Health Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer Associate in Science Degree
Fitness Specialist: Health Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer Certificate of Achievement
Kinesiology Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Yoga Instructor Training Certificate of Achievement

Kinesiology

Lifeguard Training, Professional Rescue Certificate of Completion
Yoga Instructor Training Certificate of Completion

Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree

Machine Technology

CNC Operations and Programming Fundamentals Certificate of Completion

Management

Management and Leadership Studies Associate in Science Degree
Management and Leadership Studies Certificate of Achievement
Management Institute Certificate of Achievement
Retail Associate in Science Degree
Retail Certificate of Achievement

Manufacturing Technology

CNC Machine Operator Associate in Science Degree
CNC Machine Operator Certificate of Achievement
CNC Machine Programmer Associate in Science Degree
CNC Machine Programmer Certificate of Achievement
CNC Operator Certificate of Achievement
CNC Programmer Certificate of Achievement
Machinist Associate in Science Degree
Machinist Certificate of Achievement
Tooling Associate in Science Degree
Tooling Certificate of Achievement

Marine Science

Applied Ocean Science and Technology Associate in Science Degree
Aquaculture Certificate of Specialization
Aquarium Science Certificate of Achievement
Marine Conservation & Monitoring Certificate of Achievement
Marine Mammal Field Studies and Conservation Certificate of Achievement
Marine Science Associate in Science Degree

Marketing

Advertising Certificate of Achievement
Entry Level Marketing Certificate of Achievement
General Marketing Associate in Science Degree
General Marketing Certificate of Achievement
Global Business Certificate of Specialization
International Business Associate in Science Degree
International Business Certificate of Achievement
Sales Certificate of Achievement

Mathematics

Math Skills for College Success Certificate of Competency

Mathematics

Mathematics 2.0 Associate in Science for Transfer

Medical Assisting

Medical Assisting CCMA Eligible Program Associate in Science Degree
Medical Assisting CCMA Eligible Program Certificate of Achievement

MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement)

MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) Certificate of Competency

Music

Business Employee Associate in Arts Degree
Business Employee Certificate of Achievement
MIDI Applications Associate in Arts Degree
MIDI Applications Certificate of Achievement
Music Associate in Arts Degree
Music Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Natural Science

Natural Science Associate in Science Degree

Neurodiagnostic Technology

Neurodiagnostic Technology Associate in Science Degree

Nutrition and Dietetics

Dietetic Service Supervisor/Certified Dietary Manager Certificate of Achievement
Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Associate in Science Degree
Nutrition and Dietetics Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)
Nutrition and Fitness Education Certificate of Achievement
Nutrition Education Associate in Science Degree
Nutrition Education Certificate of Achievement

Philosophy

Philosophy Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Photography

Basic Drone Imaging Skills Certificate of Achievement
Digital SLR Photography and Videography Technician Certificate of Achievement
Drone Photography Certificate of Achievement
Drone Videography Certificate of Achievement
Photography Digital Technician Certificate of Achievement
Photography-Still Associate in Science Degree
Photography-Still Certificate of Achievement

Physics

Physics 2.0 Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)

Political Science

Political Science Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Polysomnographic Technology

Polysomnographic Technology Associate in Science Degree
Polysomnography Certificate of Achievement

Professional Mariner

Professional Mariner Associate in Science Degree
Professional Mariner Certificate of Achievement

Psychology

Psychology Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Public Health

Community Health Worker Certificate of Completion

Public Health

Public Health Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)
Public Health Certificate of Achievement

Radiologic Technology

Advanced Clinical Practice Certificate of Specialization
Imaging Assistant Certificate of Achievement
Radiologic Technology Associate in Science Degree

Real Estate

Real Estate-Broker Associate in Science Degree
Real Estate-Broker Certificate of Achievement
Real Estate-Sales Agent Certificate of Specialization

Religious Studies

Religious Studies Associate in Arts Degree

Respiratory Care

Respiratory Care Associate in Science Degree

Sociology

Sociology Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Professional Advancement - Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Certificate of Achievement
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Associate in Science Degree

Theatre Arts

Theatre Arts Associate in Arts Degree
Theatre Arts Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Tutoring

Tutoring Skills and Strategies Certificate of Completion

Welding Technology

Advanced I Welding (FCAW) Certificate of Specialization
Advanced II Welding (FCAW) Certificate of Specialization
Advanced Welding (SMAW) Certificate of Specialization
Basic Welding (SMAW) Skill Certificate
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Certificate of Specialization
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Certificate of Specialization
Intermediate Welding (SMAW) Skill Certificate
Orbital Welding Certificate of Specialization
Pipe Certificate of Specialization
Welding Technology Associate in Science Degree
Welding Technology Certificate of Achievement

Courses by subject

Accounting ACCT
Airline and Travel Careers ARLN
Allied Health ALH
Anthropology ANTH
Architecture ARCH
Art ART
Art History ARTH
Astronomy ASTR
Athletics ATHL
Aviation Maintenance Tech AMT
Aviation Pilot Training APT
Biology BIOL
Broadcasting BRCT
Business BUS
Cardiovascular Technology CVT
Chemistry CHEM
Child Development & Education CDE
Chinese CHIN
Communication Studies CMST
Composite and Fabrication Technology CFT
Computer & High Technology CHT
Computer Information Systems CIS
Computer Science CS
Construction Technology CNST
Consumer Studies COS
Counseling COUN
Culinary Arts CA
Dance DANC
Dental Assisting DA
Diagnostic Medical Sonography DMS
Digital Media Arts & Design DMAD
Economics ECON
Electronics Technology ELEC
Emergency Medical Services EMS
Engineering ENGR
English ENGL
English as a Second Language ESL
English Language Learning ELL
Environmental Science/Ecology ESEC
Ethnic Studies ETHS
Fashion FASH
Film & Television FILM
Food and Beverage Management FBM
Foods & Nutrition FN
French FREN
Gender Studies GNDR
Geography GEOG
Geology GEOL
German GRMN
Global Studies GLST
Heating & Air Conditioning HVAC
History HIST
Horticulture HORT
Hospitality, Travel & Tourism HTT
Humanities HUM
Immersive Media Virtual Reality IMVR
Integrative Health INHL
Interior Design ID
Intern ITRN
Italian ITAL
Japanese JAPN
Journalism JOUR
Kinesiology KIN
Leadership LEAD
Learning LRNG
Library LIBR
Machine Technology MACH
Management MGMT
Marine Activities MARA
Marine Science MRSC
Marketing MKTG
Mathematics MATH
Medical Assisting MA
Music MUS
Natural Science NS
Neurodiagnostic Technology NDT
Nutrition Care NC
Older Adult/Emeritus ADLT
Pharmacy Technician PHMT
Philosophy PHIL
Photography PHOT
Physical Education PE
Physics PHYS
Political Science PSCI
Polysomnography PSG
Portuguese PORT
Psychology PSYC
Public Health PUBH
Radiologic Technology RADT
Real Estate RE
Religious Studies RLST
Respiratory Care RSPC
Social Justice Studies SJS
Sociology SOC
Spanish SPAN
Speech/Language Path Assist SLPA
Statistics STAT
Technology TECH
Theater Arts THEA
Tutoring TUTR
Vietnamese VIET
Welding Technology WELD

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