Successful completion of the curriculum in Mechatronics Technology prepares students for positions in businesses and industries that manufacture, utilize, or repair equipment incorporating electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics and programming. A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Analyze pneumatic/hydraulic and VFD/electric-motor control diagrams and construct them with appropriate hardware.

✔ Analyze, construct and test electrical and electronic circuits from schematic diagrams.

✔ Fabricate and assemble mechanical assemblies from technical drawings using hand and machine tools.

✔ Analyze, construct and test automated systems including electronic sensors, mechanical actuators and computer control.

✔ Demonstrate the ability to create PLCs and microcontroller programs and properly interface them to input and output devices.

This certificate program provides a comprehensive understanding of Fitness and Personal Training. Students will gain the necessary skills and knowledge for entry-level employment in health clubs and recreation centers. The certificate curriculum prepares students for the American Council on Exercise Personal Trainer Certification Exam, allowing students greater employment opportunities as personal trainers, group fitness instructors and advanced fitness specialists. A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Establish a measurable improvement  in one or more fitness components.

✔ Distinguish principles of healthy weight management through exercise and nutrition.

✔ Identify and practice high safety standards, support environmental needs, and provide a safe positive experience for other participants (students, student athletes, visiting athletes, community, faculty).

✔ Demonstrate essential motor skills to fit a variety of activities. Describe and perform exercises reflecting increased knowledge and ability over the semester.

✔ Generate knowledge of physical education and/or the benefits of exercise.

A Child Development Site Supervisor supervises a child care and development program operating at a single site; provides service in the care, development and instruction of children in a child care and development program, and serves as a coordinator of curriculum and development. This certificate, when combined with completing the requirement for an AA/AS degree and appropriate work experience, enables the student to be able to apply to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing for a Child Development Permit at the Site Supervisor level and also enables the holder to apply to be a California Mentor Teacher. A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Identify and evaluate factors that influence child/human development from various theoretical perspectives and current research findings.

✔ Analyze early childhood lab sites and/or community schools for developmentally appropriate practices and program effectiveness.

✔ Exhibit professionalism within the field of Early Childhood Education by demonstrating skills relevant to the field that include incorporating meaningful curriculum, content knowledge, culturally and linguistically appropriate learning environments,  and observation, documentation, and assessment of young children.

This certificate program provides a comprehensive understanding of the skills necessary to care for infants and toddlers.  When combined with the Associate Teacher Skills Certificate, and the completion of the following courses with grades of “C” or better, a student will qualify for an Early Childhood Education Infant Toddler Skills  Certificate and  exceed the minimum requirements to be a teacher of infants and toddlers in privately funded early childhood education programs (as required by Title 22 of the California Social Services Code of Regulations). Additionally, students with this certificate qualify as an associate teacher of infants and toddlers in publicly funded early childhood education programs (as required by Title 5 California Code of Regulations). A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Identify and evaluate factors that influence child/human development from various theoretical perspectives and current research findings.

✔ Analyze early childhood lab sites and/or community schools for developmentally appropriate practices and program effectiveness.

✔ Exhibit professionalism within the field of Early Childhood Education by demonstrating skills relevant to the field that include incorporating meaningful curriculum, content knowledge, culturally and linguistically appropriate learning environments,  and observation, documentation, and assessment of young children.

The Associate Teacher Skills Certificate allows the student to work as a fully qualified teacher in a private early care and education (Title 22) program, serving infants/toddlers, preschool-age children, and school-age children in before-and-after school programs. Once the unit requirements for this certificate are fulfilled, it is recommended that students meet with a Human Development full time faculty member on how to obtain an Associate Teacher Permit through the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. With the Associate Teacher Child Development Permit, an individual can work as an assistant or associate teacher in a publicly funded (Title 5) early care and education program. A certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Identify and evaluate factors that influence child/human development from various theoretical perspectives and current research findings.

✔ Analyze early childhood lab sites and/or community schools for developmentally appropriate practices and program effectiveness.

✔ Exhibit professionalism within the field of Early Childhood Education by demonstrating skills relevant to the field that include incorporating meaningful curriculum, content knowledge, culturally and linguistically appropriate learning environments,  and observation, documentation, and assessment of young children.

Designed to provide prerequisite knowledge required to be successful in a paramedic program course of study. Students are introduced to the paramedic skills and advanced life support protocols, and will develop a strong baseline knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.  Sierra College has partnered with the CSUS (California State University Sacramento) Paramedic Program in selecting this course of study in preparing students with the greatest opportunity to be successful. This skills certificate provides career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate and confirm knowledge of current industry standards by successfully completing all course requirements and successfully passing the certifying written examination of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

✔ Demonstrate effective and clear communication skills required for patient care, completing critical skills and incident management, using both verbal and written medical summarizations.

✔ Demonstrate ability to perform a primary assessment on a medical or trauma patient, manage a simulated emergency scenario, and determine the appropriate critical care interventions.

✔ Determine the role of legal, ethical, and professional standards of conduct within the Emergency Medical Services and other health care professions.

✔ Demonstrate proficiency of all required practical skills as mandated to qualify for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Certification and for EMT and EMR licensing with the State of California.

Designed to give students the knowledge and skills required to enter the EMT workforce.  The focus is on the application of emergency medical skills relative to starting a career in the field of prehospital care.  This skills certificate will provide the technical career skills and EMT certifications that are minimal occupation requirements and are recognized at the state and national levels. This skills certificate provides career technical skills not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate and confirm knowledge of current industry standards by successfully completing all course requirements and successfully passing the certifying written examination of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

✔ Demonstrate effective and clear communication skills required for patient care, completing critical skills and incident management, using both verbal and written medical summarizations.

✔ Demonstrate ability to perform a primary assessment on a medical or trauma patient, manage a simulated emergency scenario, and determine the appropriate critical care interventions.

✔ Determine the role of legal, ethical, and professional standards of conduct within the Emergency Medical Services and other health care professions.

✔ Demonstrate proficiency of all required practical skills as mandated to qualify for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Certification and for EMT and EMR licensing with the State of California.

Embark on a dynamic journey into emergency medical care with our Paramedicine program. This program is meticulously designed to shape aspiring individuals into proficient prehospital care providers, equipped to tackle the challenges of emergency medicine with confidence and expertise.

Throughout the curriculum, students delve deep into the intricacies of anatomy, physiology, and emergency medical procedures, gaining a comprehensive understanding of critical concepts essential for effective patient care. From mastering cardiology and respiratory care to trauma management and pharmacology, students develop a diverse skill set tailored to meet the demands of real-world emergency scenarios.

Built upon a foundation established in previous Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training, this program elevates students to advanced paramedics. They acquire proficiency in advanced techniques such as airway management, EKG interpretation, medication administration, interosseous (IO), and intravenous (IV) therapy, essential for managing complex medical emergencies with precision and efficacy.

Structured as a 34-unit program, our Paramedicine program is divided into three immersive phases of training:

✔ Didactic Phase: Engage in stimulating lectures and hands-on skills training sessions, laying the groundwork for advanced medical knowledge and practical expertise.

✔ Clinical Experience: Immerse yourself in real-world healthcare through supervised in-hospital internships, working closely with experienced clinical preceptors to apply theoretical learning in a practical environment.

✔ Field Internship: Take your skills to the streets as you embark on supervised shifts with active paramedic units. Under the guidance of seasoned paramedic preceptors, gain invaluable hands-on experience responding to emergencies and providing life-saving care in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

To enroll in this program, applicants must have completed HSCI 02 or an equivalent EMT course and hold certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), as well as California state certification. Additionally, current certification in CPR from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.

For the degree, students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔California State University General Education Breadth pattern;

✔Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate and confirm knowledge of current industry standards by successfully completing all course requirements and successfully passing the certifying written examination of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

✔ Demonstrate effective and clear communication skills required for patient care, completing critical skills and incident management, using both verbal and written medical summarizations.

The purpose of this proposal is to help prepare the Sierra College student for an entry-level Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) position and to help advance the careers of those already in the field who have received noncredit training and/or non-degree educational preparation thus far. The need for the program is based on the demand by employers (both public and private) and on the increased level of college education and training required for entering or pursuing any career progression in the field.  The California State EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Authority has maintained that state EMT licensing meet the standard of care requirements of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) and the US Department of Transportation (USDOT). The National Standards requirement for EMT certification is recognized for reciprocal certification in 48 states. A certificate provides career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate and confirm knowledge of current industry standards by successfully completing all course requirements and successfully passing the certifying written examination of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

✔ Demonstrate effective and clear communication skills required for patient care, completing critical skills and incident management, using both verbal and written medical summarizations.

✔ Demonstrate ability to perform a primary assessment on a medical or trauma patient, manage a simulated emergency scenario, and determine the appropriate critical care interventions.

✔ Determine the role of legal, ethical, and professional standards of conduct within the Emergency Medical Services and other health care professions.

✔ Demonstrate proficiency of all required practical skills as mandated to qualify for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Certification and for EMT and EMR licensing with the State of California.

Designed for students to gain a solid foundation in GIS theory and related technologies, such as GPS and remote sensing. Sequence of courses build upon each other to provide hands-on technical skills demanded of the professional workforce, culminating with a professional map portfolio and repertoire of spatial analysis skills. Opportunities for interns and entry-level positions are abundant, provided students learn industry-standard software, GPS skills, database management and mapping design. Students must choose from additional courses, such as computer-aided design (CAD), database management, computer programming, surveying, spatial analysis and are encouraged to participate in an internship. A skills certificate is designed to provide career technical skills; it is not equivalent to an associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Demonstrate knowledge of global physical and environmental processes, locations and develop an appreciation of landscapes.

✔ Formulate an appreciation of world cultural diversity, including demographics, ethnic studies, agricultural practices, economic development, resource consumption and generate solutions for a sustainable future.

✔ Utilizing the concept of a region as a geographic unit of study, holistically assess integrative environmental and cultural phenomenon based on location and maps.

✔ Assemble and analyze spatial information (maps, data, surveys, qualitative observations, etc.), using traditional and modern mapping technology methods.

✔ Applying experiential learning and real-world applications, field studies integrate cultural, environmental and geographic technology methods.