The certificate program in bookkeeping is designed to provide basic business knowledge for obtaining entry-level employment in jobs requiring bookkeeping and accounting skills. Course content emphasizes small business applications for both a service and merchandising business and includes a solid foundation in bookkeeping principles and the classifying and double-entry recording of financial transactions and preparation of the income statement and balance sheet.

Students are required to obtain a “C” grade or higher in all required courses. At least 25 percent of the units must be completed at DVC. All coursework required for the certificate must be completed within seven years of the certificate date.

Students completing the program will be able to...

- enter basic accounting transactions into an accounting software program.

- consolidate accounts on a monthly basis to track business income and expenses.

- compare and contrast the financial information prepared for different types of business entities.

The Vocational Nursing Program is three semesters in length. The Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon successful completion of the program. Completion of prerequisite courses and required GPA are required for admission eligibility to the program. Only those students formally admitted to the program may enroll in vocational nursing courses.

Completion of the vocational nursing program qualifies students to take the State Board Examination (NCLEX-PN) for licensure as a vocational nurse (LVN).

Program Student Learning Outcomes
1. Be academically prepared to take and pass the NCLEX-PN examination for licensure as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN).
2. Demonstrate theoretical knowledge and application of technical skills to obtain an entry-level position as licensed vocational nurse (LVN).
3. Apply critical thinking skills in the care of clients in various clinical settings.
4. Utilize therapeutic communication skills (oral and written) in a clinical setting that assist the client/family to cope with and resolve problems.
5. Determine the effects of nursing interventions on clients.

This entry-level accounting certificate provides students with basic accounting and computer accounting coursework. Completion of the certificate will enable students to apply for entry-level positions in accounting.

Students are required to obtain a “C” grade or higher in all required courses. Certificate courses are offered in a combination of day, evening, weekend and online courses. At least 25 percent of the units must be completed at DVC. All coursework required for the certificate must be completed within seven years of the certificate date.

Students completing the program will be able to...

- produce accurate financial statements for a company and communicate a company’s financial position.

- construct basic accounting documents and solve case problems related to the accounting cycle utilizing appropriate technology.

- analyze existing documents by verifying the accuracy of information for a company and performing necessary reconciliation.

- compare and contrast the financial information prepared for different types of business entity.

The Pre-Intermediate Academic ESL Certificate Program provides an integrated approach to reading, writing and speaking for high-intermediate English language learners (ELLs) as a pathway in preparation for transfer-level English in order to pursue other degrees and certificates at CCCs. This program provides individuals with knowledge and essential college level workplace skills to engage in critical reading, writing, and thinking skills as well as improve their vocabulary, communication and study skills.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Demonstrate ability to evaluate, comprehend and produce written and spoken English in a variety of contexts approaching ESL college-level communication.

- Compose well-developed and organized pre-college level compositions.

- Produce spoken English with increasing accuracy and fluency using a wide range of academic vocabulary, language functions, and sentence structures.

The Low-Intermediate Academic ESL Certificate Program provides an integrated approach to reading, writing and speaking for high-intermediate English language learners (ELLs) as a pathway in preparation for transfer-level English in order to pursue other degrees and certificates at CCCs. This program provides individuals with knowledge and essential college level workplace skills to engage in critical reading, writing, and thinking skills as well as improve their vocabulary, communication and study skills.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Demonstrate ability to evaluate, comprehend and produce written and spoken English in a variety of contexts approaching ESL college-level communication.

- Compose well-developed and organized pre-college level compositions.

- Produce spoken English with increasing accuracy and fluency using a wide range of academic vocabulary, language functions, and sentence structures.

The Low-Advanced Academic ESL Certificate Program provides an integrated approach to reading, writing and speaking for high-intermediate English language learners (ELLs) as a pathway in preparation for transfer-level English in order to pursue other degrees and certificates at CCCs. This program provides individuals with knowledge and essential college level workplace skills to engage in critical reading, writing, and thinking skills as well as improve their vocabulary, communication and study skills.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Demonstrate ability to evaluate, comprehend and produce written and spoken English in a variety of contexts approaching ESL college-level communication.

- Compose well-developed and organized pre-college level compositions.

- Produce spoken English with increasing accuracy and fluency using a wide range of academic vocabulary, language functions, and sentence structures.

The High-Intermediate Academic ESL Certificate Program provides an integrated approach to reading, writing and speaking for high-intermediate English language learners (ELLs) as a pathway in preparation for transfer-level English in order to pursue other degrees and certificates at CCCs. This program provides individuals with knowledge and essential college level workplace skills to engage in critical reading, writing, and thinking skills as well as improve their vocabulary, communication and study skills.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Demonstrate ability to evaluate, comprehend and produce written and spoken English in a variety of contexts approaching ESL college-level communication.

- Compose well-developed and organized pre-college level compositions.

- Produce spoken English with increasing accuracy and fluency using a wide range of academic vocabulary, language functions, and sentence structures.

The professional and technical workplace skills certificate of achievement program is designed in consultation with industry wide professionals to address changing workforce needs. Students complete a set of interdisciplinary core courses that deliver communication and fundamental workplace competencies and select a specialization in one of the following areas: help desk and desktop support or project management support. In addition, students have the option to participate in work experience opportunities that reinforce classroom learning. This certificate will provide robust preparation for a student interested in a career in technology in either of these job categories.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher.

Eligible DVC students have the option to complete this program in an accelerated format through the DVC Year Up program. See the college website for details.

Program Learning Outcomes

✔ communicate clearly in writing.

✔ communicate clearly in meetings and oral presentations.

✔ perform essential functions in Microsoft Excel.

✔ navigate Microsoft Office suite applications proficiently (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).

✔ demonstrate professionalism in daily interactions.

✔ deliver and receive feedback in a professional manner.

✔ work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.

✔ identify, assemble, and disassemble the major components of a personal computer. (Helpdesk and desktop support)

✔ describe the basics of networking and security forensics. (Helpdesk and desktop support)

✔ diagnose and troubleshoot common hardware, software, and networking issues. (Helpdesk and desktop support)

✔ identify the basics of virtualization, desktop imaging, and deployment. (Helpdesk and desktop support)

✔ create basic business documents including letters, memos, and email messages. (Helpdesk and desktop support)

✔ utilize project management concepts, terminology, and processes. (Project management support)

✔ use project management software to manage multi-faceted projects. (Project management support)

✔ define a project plan and develop diagrams and charts to illustrate enterprise structure, workflow, and scheduling. (Project management support)

✔ demonstrate basic graphical user interface operations in a computer environment. (Project management support)

✔ produce spreadsheets, documents and presentations by using basic to advanced software operations. (Project management support

Paramedicine is an allied health profession whose specialty is to provide pre-hospital emergency medical care at the Advanced Life Support (ALS) level. Didactic, clinical and field internships prepare the student to assess and treat a wide variety of medical and traumatic emergencies in the pre-hospital setting. The knowledge and skills acquired through the program will prepare students to meet the professional responsibilities outlined in the paramedic scope of practice per the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and to meet certification standards for paramedics as outlined by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

The Napa Valley College Paramedic Training Program will prepare students to sit for the NREMT exam for paramedics and for entry level paramedic work with fire protection districts, private ambulance companies, or other Emergency Medical Services providers. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (http://www.caahep.org/) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP): Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756.

Program Learning Outcomes:

- Sit for the paramedic National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam and become accredited as a paramedic, enabling the paramedic to be eligible for licensure in the State.

- Perform competently the roles and responsibilities outlined in the paramedic scope of practice (Title 22, §100145 (2004).

- Obtain employment as an entry-level paramedic with an EMS agency in the Napa or surrounding communities.

This certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in small and large business offices requiring support staff such as receptionists, administrative assistants, and general clerical assistants.

Changes occur rapidly in the office information and technology environment; therefore, students should meet with an office professional certificate advisor in the business division to determine elective coursework that will assist them in reaching their personal and professional goals.

To earn a certificate of achievement, students must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a “C” grade or higher. All coursework required for the certificate must be completed within seven years of the certificate date.

Students completing the program will be able to...

- apply oral and written communication best practices.

- evaluate business situations using mathematics and software.

- demonstrate competency in interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.

- compile and organize business data using business software.