For gainful employment information, see the program's website: collegeofsanmateo.edu/gedi/docs/biol-cs-biotechnology.pdf

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Demonstrate proficiency in basic lab skills and analysis commonly used in molecular biology and biotechnology.

- Explain the basis for and applications of techniques in biotechnology.

The certificate in Art History is designed for students who wish to pursue the study of the visual arts in a social, political, philosophical and cultural context as a foundation for understanding human history and creativity. The study of art history develops a greater sensitivity to art-related issues, the ability to think critically about art and history, and to appreciate the artistic expression of varied cultures and civilizations. Completion of the certificate in Art history exposes students to the major stylistic periods of Western European and American Art and Architecture and provides a firm basis for continued study in the field of art history.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities, which require additional studies at a four-year institution, include the following: college professor, teacher, arts administrator, museum/gallery curator, corporate art advisor, museum docent, slide librarian, a consultant on historical style for film and TV production, museum conservator, historical conservationist, art critic, tour guide, travel consultant, research assistant, and art dealer.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Identify major monuments and movements in the history of art.

- Identify and describe stylistic characteristics in order to place works of art in their historical and stylistic context.

- Apply critical analysis to compare and contrast works of art.

- Relate works of art to the societies in which they were created.

The Basic Police Academy includes fundamental principles, procedures and techniques of law enforcement, including: Criminal Law, Cultural Diversity, Report Writing, Arrest and Control Techniques, Firearms, Leadership, Ethics, Community Policing, Police Vehicle Operations, and First Aid/CPR. The course also includes a physical conditioning requirement that will prepare academy students for police service. The Basic Police Academy satisfies the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)minimum training requirements for entry-level peace officer positions in California. Upon completion the student can apply to law enforcement agencies as a Regular Police Officer, Reserve Police Officer, or Peace Officer.

Career Opportunities

Regular Police Officer; Reserve Police Officer; Peace Officer

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Recognize crime elements, classifications and associated concepts relating to criminal law, property crimes, crimes against persons, general crime statutes, crimes against children, sex crimes, juvenile law, alcohol and controlled substances, domestic violence, crimes against the justice system, and weapons violations.

🗸 Discuss the principles and procedures of the criminal justice system as they relate to constitutional rights, juvenile law, laws of arrest, search and seizure, presentation of evidence, management of crime scenes and the collection of evidence, use of force, and custody.

🗸 Demonstrate effective communication (verbal, non-verbal, and written) for composing investigative reports, testifying in court, requesting information, and interactions with peers, superiors and the community.

🗸 Demonstrate the prescribed competencies for psychomotor skills, including vehicle operations, arrest and control techniques, first aid/CPR, Firearms and Chemical Agents, as determined by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

🗸 Demonstrate the appropriate physical conditioning and lifestyle choices required for a career in law enforcement.

The Administration of Justice Program prepares students for jobs in the field of criminal justice. The program at CSM is designed to educate students on the many aspects of justice administration – from the human, social and moral problems to the larger scope of justice systems.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

🗸 Identify and classify the various components and goals of the Criminal Justice System, and explain how the components function as a team.

🗸 Recognize and discuss the development and practical application of law in society.

🗸 Explain and demonstrate the importance of developing interpersonal and written communication skills necessary to function within the Criminal Justice System and society at large.

🗸 Describe and demonstrate the value and necessity of ethics, integrity, and professionalism in law enforcement careers.

The Addiction Studies program prepares students to work with the alcohol and other drug-dependent population, and the family and employer of the chemically dependent person. The program addresses community needs for trained alcohol and other drug prevention specialists to work and volunteer in both public and private agencies in the Bay Area.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

🗸 Understand Addiction: a variety of models and theories of addiction; the social-political, economic, and cultural context; risk and resiliency factors; the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive substances.

🗸 Describe the philosophies, practices, policies, and scientifically supported models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention, and continuing care for addiction and the interdisciplinary approach to addiction treatment.

🗸 Understand how to apply the education and training to practice by understanding the diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders and describe treatment modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care and apply treatment services appropriate to the personal and cultural identity and language of the client.

🗸 Assess the professional readiness of the counselor as to apply their understanding of diverse cultures into clinical practice, the importance of self-awareness in one’s own personal, professional, and cultural life, adherence to addiction professional’s ethical and behavioral standards of conduct, the importance of ongoing supervision and understand procedures for handling crisis or dangerous situations.

This certificate program conforms to the Proposed Guidelines for Addiction Studies within Higher Education prepared for the California State Department of Education and meets the accreditation standards set forth by the California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE).

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities in this field include Primary Addiction Counselor/ Supervisor, Case Manager, Program Director, Prevention Educator, Mental Health Dual Diagnosis Counselor, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Incarceration Counselor, and Assessment/Placement Specialist. Other opportunities include working with adolescents, seniors, multicultural populations, and those who have been affected by HIV/ AIDS. Persons who are awarded the certificate may be employed by in-patient and out-patient treatment clinics, transitional housing centers, mental health clinics, job training/placement programs, shelters for various homeless populations, detoxification units, crisis intervention centers, incarceration facilitates, and education/prevention programs in the schools and community. The certificate program conforms to the Proposed Guidelines for Addiction Studies Programs within Higher Education prepared for the California State Department of Education and meets the accreditation standards set forth by the California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE).

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

🗸 Explain a variety of models and theories of addiction; the social-political, economic, and cultural context; risk and resiliency factors; the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive substances.

🗸 Describe the philosophies, practices, policies, and scientifically supported models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention, and continuing care for addiction and the interdisciplinary approach to addiction treatment.

🗸 Demonstrate the use of specific diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders and describe treatment modalities and placement criteria within the continuum of care and apply treatment services appropriate to the personal and cultural identity and language of the client.

🗸 Demonstrate their professional readiness to apply their understanding of diverse cultures into clinical practice, the importance of self-awareness in one’s own personal, professional, and cultural life, adherence to addiction professional’s ethical and behavioral standards of conduct, the importance of ongoing supervision and understand procedures for handling crisis or dangerous situations.

The Certificate of Specialization in Tax Preparer II provides students with the basic knowledge of bookkeeping for a small business and beginning a career as a tax preparer.

Career Opportunities

This certificate prepares students to start their own tax preparation business or to work as specialized tax preparers in CPA and EA firms.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

🗸 Understand the relevant concepts and applications of accounting needed to succeed in future accounting classes and in the workplace.

🗸 Demonstrate knowledge of ethical standards established by relevant professional organizations.

The Certificate of Specialization in Tax Preparer I provides students with the basic knowledge that is essential for beginning a new career as a tax preparer.

Career Opportunities

Tax return preparer or Tax preparation specialist.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

🗸 Understand the relevant concepts and applications of accounting needed to succeed in future accounting classes and in the workplace.

🗸 Demonstrate knowledge of ethical standards established by relevant professional organizations.

This certificate is designed to help students reach two goals:

🗸 Learn the financial planning skills needed to develop a personal financial plan for one's own benefit.

🗸 Provide the background to succeed in the future coursework required to sit for the CFP® Board's CFP® Certification Examination. For more information about becoming a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), visit the CFP Board at www.cfp.net.

Career Opportunities

The courses in this certificate will give students the background they need to succeed in future course work to become a financial planners and sit for the CFP® Board’s CFP® Certification Examination.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

🗸 Understand the concepts and calculations needed to prepare a personal financial plan.

The Certificate of Specialization in Individual Tax Professional Program provides students with the knowledge that is essential for being successful in the preparation of taxes for individuals and bookkeeping for a small business.

Career Opportunities

This certificate prepares students to start their own tax preparation business or to work as specialized tax preparers in CPA and EA firms.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

- Understand the relevant concepts and applications of accounting needed to succeed in future accounting classes and in the workplace.

- Demonstrate knowledge of ethical standards established by relevant professional organizations.