An Associate in Science Degree can be obtained by completion of the required Occupational Therapy Assistant program requirements. The degree includes Occupational Therapy Assistant courses (43.5 units), Allied Health courses (5 units), and specific general education and science courses required for the program (18.5-25.5 units). Students must also take additional courses to meet graduation requirements of the college. Courses are scheduled sequentially for four semesters and two summer sessions. The OTA program is cohort-based. Students are expected to advance through the required curriculum each semester in the established sequence. The Allied Health and OTA courses are offered Monday through Thursday in the evening and on Saturdays, with the exception of clinical fieldwork, which is scheduled during weekday business hours.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ recognize the theoretical frames of reference from which the practice of occupational therapy is derived.

✔ demonstrate fundamental skills in the use of evidence to guide practice and participate in research activities as directed.

✔ describe current and emerging areas of occupational therapy practice and OTA scope of practice in these settings.

✔ analyze tasks and environments to assess their therapeutic qualities, constraints, and modifications for safe and effective occupational performance.

✔ perform evaluation procedures selected according to OTA practice guidelines.

✔ assist in developing occupational therapy intervention plans in collaboration with the supervising OT.

✔ implement an intervention plan to engage clients in purposeful activities related to occupational performance and established treatment goals.

✔ document client-related perspectives and factual data for oral and written communication, using either traditional methods or digital platforms.

✔ maintain records and reports including counter-signatures, as guided by regulations for scope of practice, confidentiality, reimbursement, and quality assurance.

✔ revise and implement OT intervention plans in ongoing collaboration with the supervising OT.

✔ assess factors that warrant change or discontinuation of an established intervention plan, and need for further consultation, in collaboration with the supervising OT.

✔ manage supplies and equipment necessary for OT intervention, demonstrating safety and appropriate infection control procedures.

✔ access, reference, and abide by all state and federal regulations, including HIPAA and ADA guidelines.

✔ apply the OT Code of Ethics as an element of all professional interactions and service provision.

✔ adhere to all OT department and agency policies and procedures.

✔ explain the definition and role of occupational therapy and the distinct nature of occupation to consumers, families, inter-professional team members, third-party payors, legislators, and other stakeholders.

✔ discuss how socio-cultural diversity and social determinants of health may influence the therapeutic process.

✔ demonstrate actions that reflect therapeutic use of self and non-judgmental attitudes and values toward patient/clients, staff, and family members in professional situations.

✔ exhibit behaviors that respect the client’s basic rights to quality service with minimum risk of further injury or insult.

✔ demonstrate an attitude of professional responsibility for self-directed learning as a life-long process for acquiring new knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and refining clinical reasoning.

✔ demonstrate active involvement in professional development, leadership, and advocacy.

Sacramento City College's Nutrition Department offers a rigorous nutrition degree program that is broad enough to prepare the student for further study in a variety of nutrition areas including: nutrition science research, food science and technology, dietetics, industry, and many other evolving nutrition-related fields.

All students must complete the Required Program plus either the CSU Path or the UC Path.

It is important to note that each four-year college or university has slightly different requirements for transfer so it is critical for students interested in this major to map out their academic plan with a counselor.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ explain the principles of nutrition and their effects on health.

✔ assess the various sources of nutrition information and demonstrate where to find reliable nutrition information.

✔ analyze a diet for adequacy, balance, and moderation.

✔ demonstrate an understanding of the relationships between chemistry, biology, and nutrition.

Students majoring in Food Science spend the first two years of study developing the scientific and general background necessary for upper division courses. The science courses include chemistry, biology, physics, and mathematics. General background is also provided by course offerings in the social science/humanities area and by a course in Introductory Food Science. At the upper division level, students take courses in nutrition, food microbiology, food chemistry, food analysis, food commodities, food processing, and food engineering. At some institutions specialties such as beer brewing are offered in the junior and senior years of study.

Upon transfer and completion of the Bachelor’s Degree, a Food Science graduate will be prepared to enter the food industry and/or for post-graduate studies leading to careers in research. Food science industry and research are directed towards topics such as: improving the nutritional value of food, understanding the interactions of food components essential to safety and physical properties, improving packaging with attention to environmental concerns, and improving methods of problem detection. Food Scientists are also focused on maximizing the utilization of agricultural resources.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ understand the chemistry underlying the properties and reactions of various food components.

✔ identify the important pathogens and spoilage microorganisms in foods and the conditions under which they will grow.

✔ explain the operations required to produce a food product.

✔ apply and incorporate the principles of food science in practical, real-world situations and problems.

The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T) degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at Sacramento City College allows students interested in pursuing a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics to complete their first two years of requirements at the community college before transferring to a California State University, which offers a Bachelor of Science degree.

Each California State University may have slightly different requirements for transfer so it is critical for students interested in this major to work with their counselor to develop an individual academic plan.

The Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) student completion requirements (as stated in SB1440 law):

(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
(A) The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements (CSU GE-Breadth).
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

ADTs also require that students must earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

A ”P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ explain the principles of nutrition and their effects on health.

✔ assess the various sources of nutrition information and demonstrate where to find reliable nutrition information.

✔ analyze a diet for adequacy, balance, and moderation.

✔ demonstrate an understanding of the relationships between chemistry, biology, and nutrition.

The Vocational Nursing Program at Sacramento City College is approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. Upon successful completion of the three-semester, 51-unit program, the student is eligible to apply for the National Licensing Examination to qualify as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete nursing courses with related clinical experiences. The program issues a certificate upon completion and prepares the graduate for employment. With completion of additional requirements, an Associate in Science Degree may be achieved. In addition to regular expenses such as enrollment fees, living costs, activity fees, and books, nursing students have the expense of uniforms, equipment, malpractice insurance, graduation, and licensing costs. Students are also responsible for their physical examination, immunizations, background check, and drug screen, as well as transportation to and from clinical agencies for day and evening learning experiences. All students must have a current CPR with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) from the American Heart Association or Professional Rescuer American Red Cross.

The nursing program is a full-time rigorous course of study. In order to ensure academic success and to protect students’ health, full time employment is not advisable. It is recommended that students who must continue outside employment reduce their hours to 8-12 hours or less per week.

Informational meetings are held several times each semester and provide prospective students with information on program prerequisites, enrollment process, and other facts about the program.

Recommended high school preparation: classes in biology, mathematics, and English.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ utilize the nursing process within organized health care systems to help patients with common illnesses meet their basic human needs through direct patient care services.

✔ provide individualized nursing measures to assist patients in need of rehabilitation, including lifestyle changes in the hospital, home, or in the community.

✔ apply established standards of care, critical thinking skills, and scientific knowledge when performing nursing functions or procedures.

✔ maintain therapeutic communication essential to the achievement of health related patient and/or organizational goals.

✔ demonstrate the ability to accurately report and document patient assessments, interventions, changes in patient status, and outcomes of care in the written and electronic medical record (EMR).

✔ act as a patient advocate and teacher in assisting patients and families to prevent illness and maintain their optimum level of functioning and health.

✔ organize care for a group of patients and participate in providing direction for personnel with less preparation or experiences in other than acute care settings.

✔ apply knowledge of cultural patterns, beliefs, and practices in providing culturally sensitive competent care.

✔ assume responsibility for his/her own professional development and function with accountability within the legal boundaries of LVN practice.

The Associate in Science Degree Registered Nursing Program at Sacramento City College is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete general education, science, and nursing courses with related clinical experiences in local hospitals. The nursing courses are four semesters in length.

In addition to regular expenses such as enrollment fees, living costs, activity fees, and books, nursing students have the expense of uniforms, equipment, malpractice insurance, graduation, and licensing costs. They also are responsible for their physical examination, immunizations, background check, and drug screen, as well as transportation to and from clinical agencies for day and evening learning experiences. All enrolled students must have a current American Heart Association Health Provider CPR with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) card. The nursing program is a full-time rigorous course of study. In order to ensure academic success and to protect students’ health, full time employment is not advisable. It is recommended that students who must continue outside employment reduce their hours to 8-12 hours or less per week.

Nursing courses must be taken in sequence. Informational meetings are held several times each semester to provide prospective students with information about program prerequisites, enrollment process, and other requirements in the program.

A 75% passing grade is mandatory in theory and clinical practicum of each nursing course for progression in the program. In order to obtain a Registered Nursing license as a graduate, a student must have an Associate in Science Degree in Nursing by the end of the fourth semester.

Enrollment options for Licensed Vocational Nurses: LVNs seeking entry are subject to space availability. These applicants have several options for becoming Registered Nurses. In the "30 Unit Option" the LVN must complete physiology and microbiology prior to entering the second year nursing courses. This option does not lead to an Associate in Science Degree. The LVN to RN Transition option does lead to an Associate in Science Degree in Nursing. This LVN must meet all the program requirements of the generic program. After successfully completing NURSE 307, they transition into the second year of the Registered Nursing Program. A third option is completion of the entire generic associate degree nursing program and all enrollment requirements.

A Diploma RN graduate of a hospital school of nursing who is currently licensed in California may earn an Associate in Science Degree. This Registered Nurse will need to complete requirements for an Associate in Science Degree and fulfill a residency requirement by completing at least 12 units at Sacramento City College.

Transfer students must present evidence of comparable theory and clinical practice courses. Transfer students are admitted on a space available basis.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ integrate the nursing process with critical reasoning skills, in direct and indirect nursing care to meet the patient’s developmental and basic human needs.

✔ revise individualized nursing interventions to safely provide care to assist adult and older adult patients in need of preventative, restorative, or rehabilitative patient centered care.

✔ incorporate evidence-based practice, patient care standards, informatics, and critical thinking skills to enhance safety, quality improvement, and effectiveness of nursing care.

✔ generate therapeutic, respectful, and caring communication with patients and families, while promoting collegiality with peers and colleagues.
formulate accurate and timely documentation and reporting of patient assessments, interventions, progress, and outcomes of care in the written and electronic medical record.

✔ design patient-centered teaching plans and assist patients and their families in developing self-advocacy skills necessary to maintain optimum levels of functioning and health.

✔ manage the nursing care for a group of patients, utilizing leadership skills, collaboration, teamwork, resource utilization, and supervision of team members consistent with their scope of practice.

✔ prioritize patient care needs, using critical thinking and time management skills, to organize and provide safe nursing care in a responsible and accountable manner.

✔ integrate ethical principles, legal boundaries, and cultural competency in all areas of nursing practice.

✔ assess learning needs through reflective thinking and use resources to engage in continuous improvement in skills and knowledge.

The Associate in Science LVN-RN Transition Registered Nursing Program at Sacramento City College is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Students enrolled in this program are required to complete general education, science, and nursing courses with related clinical experiences in local hospitals. The nursing courses are three semesters in length.

In addition to regular expenses such as enrollment fees, living costs, activity fees, and books, nursing students have the expense of uniforms, equipment, malpractice insurance, graduation, and licensing costs. They also are responsible for their physical examination, immunizations, background check, and drug screen, as well as transportation to and from clinical agencies for day and evening learning experiences. All enrolled students must have a current American Heart Association Health Provider CPR with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) card. The nursing program is a rigorous course of study. In order to ensure academic success and to protect students’ health, full time employment is not advisable. It is recommended that students who must continue outside employment reduce their hours to improve their success in the program.

Nursing courses must be taken in sequence. Informational meetings are held several times each semester to provide prospective students with information about program prerequisites, enrollment process, and other requirements in the program.

A 75% passing grade is mandatory in theory and clinical practicum of each nursing course for progression in the program. In order to obtain a Registered Nursing license as a graduate, a student must have an Associate in Science Degree in Nursing an pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).

Enrollment options for Licensed Vocational Nurses: LVNs seeking entry are subject to space availability. These applicants have several options for becoming Registered Nurses. In the "30 Unit Option" the LVN must complete physiology and microbiology prior to entering the second year nursing courses. This option does not lead to an Associate in Science Degree. The LVN to RN Transition option does lead to an Associate in Science Degree in Nursing. This LVN must meet all the program requirements of the generic program. After successfully completing NURSE 307, they transition into the second year of the Registered Nursing Program. A third option is completion of the entire generic associate degree nursing program and all enrollment requirements.

A Diploma RN graduate of a hospital school of nursing who is currently licensed in California may earn an Associate in Science Degree. This Registered Nurse will need to complete requirements for an Associate in Science Degree and fulfill a residency requirement by completing at least 12 units at Sacramento City College.

Transfer students must present evidence of comparable theory and clinical practice courses. Transfer students are admitted on a space available basis.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ integrate the nursing process with critical reasoning skills, in direct and indirect nursing care to meet the patient’s developmental and basic human needs.

✔ revise individualized nursing interventions to safely provide care to assist adult and older adult patients in need of preventative, restorative, or rehabilitative patient centered care.

✔ incorporate evidence-based practice, patient care standards, informatics, and critical thinking skills to enhance safety, quality improvement, and effectiveness of nursing care.

✔ generate therapeutic, respectful, and caring communication with patients and families, while promoting collegiality with peers and colleagues.

✔ formulate accurate and timely documentation and reporting of patient assessments, interventions, progress, and outcomes of care in the written and electronic medical record.

✔ design patient-centered teaching plans and assist patients and their families in developing self-advocacy skills necessary to maintain optimum levels of functioning and health.

✔ manage the nursing care for a group of patients, utilizing leadership skills, collaboration, teamwork, resource utilization, and supervision of team members consistent with their scope of practice.

✔ prioritize patient care needs, using critical thinking and time management skills, to organize and provide safe nursing care in a responsible and accountable manner.

✔ integrate ethical principles, legal boundaries, and cultural competency in all areas of nursing practice.

✔ assess learning needs through reflective thinking and use resources to engage in continuous improvement in skills and knowledge.

The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer provides a clearly articulated curricular track for students who wish to transfer to a CSU campus, while also serving the diverse needs of students interested in the breadth and depth of the field of Art History. Additionally, this degree exposes students to the core principles and practices of the field in order to build a foundation for their future personal, academic, or vocational paths.
The Associate in Arts degree in Art History for Transfer provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. The Associate in Arts degree in Art History for Transfer (A.A.-T.) may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses) and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education‐Breadth Requirements.
Art historians with undergraduate degrees are placed as registrars, preparators, and curatorial staff in art museums and galleries; they can also be employed as art critics in mass media publications, such as newspapers and magazines. An advanced degree allows an art historian a wider range of possible career applications, including museums directorships, curators, instructors, preservationists, researchers, and auction house personnel.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ assess and evaluate the contributions of artists throughout history.
✔ identify and evaluate works of art or architecture according to their appropriate style and time frame.
✔ analyze and critique art and architecture within the context of their functions and meanings.
✔ research and assess theoretical information concerning the meanings and purposes of art and architecture.
✔ explain the history of cultures and civilizations and how art and architecture is a reflection of that history.

This degree prepares students for entry-level positions in funeral service. It is designed to meet the prerequisites for licensure and employment in the field of funeral service as funeral directors or embalmers.
The central objective of an American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) accredited program must be to educate students in every phase of funeral service so that program graduates are prepared for entry-level employment in funeral service.
The student is eligible to take the National Board Exam and state board examination to become a licensed funeral director in California. The student also meets the criteria to take the state embalmer's examination. As an accredited mortuary college, our program goals and objectives are as follows: ·To prepare students to be members of a human services profession ·To prepare students to be members of the community in which they serve ·To be participants in the relationship between bereaved families and those engaged in the funeral service profession ·To offer professional knowledge of and compliance with federal, state, provincial/territorial, and local regulatory guidelines ·To be sensitive to the responsibility for public health, safety, and welfare in caring for human remains

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ explain the importance of funeral service professionals in developing relationships with the families and communities they serve.
✔ identify standards of ethical conduct in funeral service practice.
✔ interpret how federal, state, and local laws apply to funeral service in order to ensure compliance.
✔ apply principles of public health and safety in the handling and preparation of human remains.
✔ demonstrate technical skills in embalming and restorative art that are necessary for the preparation and handling of human remains.
✔ demonstrate skills required for conducting arrangement conferences, visitations, services, and ceremonies.
✔ describe the requirements and procedures for burial, cremation, and other accepted forms of final disposition of human remains.
✔ describe methods to address the grief-related needs of the bereaved.
✔ explain management skills associated with operating a funeral establishment.
✔ demonstrate verbal and written communication skills and research skills needed for funeral service practice.

This program focuses on preparing for a career in the fire service. It includes educational opportunities for those currently employed within the fire service and those within volunteer fire agencies. Courses include those required for transfer to four-year colleges, those required to meet eligibility requirements for employment, and those required for incentive salary increases.
Employment opportunities may be found in areas such as building inspection, fire investigation, fire prevention, hazardous materials specialist, public education, and firefighting.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ complete the duties of an entry level firefighter.
✔ identify the fundamentals of the Incident Command System (ICS).
✔ compare and contrast the makeup of a moderate size fire department with a large fire department.
✔ describe the components of firefighting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
✔ compare and contrast modern PPE with antiquated PPE.
✔ analyze simulated fire situations for indicators of flashover versus backdraft potential and prescribe mitigation measures to prevent them from occurring.
✔ assess the fundamentals of physical science as they relate to the fire services: measurements, energy and work theories, power and transfer of heat principles, the laws of matter and the conservation of energy, and the exothermic chemical reaction called combustion.
✔ classify and compare various types of municipal water systems.
✔ describe the fundamentals of building construction and apply this knowledge to fire situations where forcible entry and overhaul evolutions may weaken the already fire-weakened structure.
✔ compare and contrast fire prevention versus fire suppression efforts.
✔ draft a pre-fire plan.
✔ evaluate and analyze the rate of fire spread in a structure fire.
✔ explain the physical and chemical properties of fire.
✔ describe how ICS is used by fire departments at emergencies.
✔ compare and contrast the makeup of a fully paid department with a volunteer fire department.