Degrees & Certificates

The CNC Machinist award is designed to provide training on manual and computer operated machine tools (CNC). Students will receive instruction on the theory and practice of turning, milling and the use of precision measuring equipment.

The Commercial Floristry Program prepares students to enter the field of Floral Design and Flower Shop Management. The program is designed to provide entry level skills, and further, to prepare students for advancement within this ever-changing and dynamic industry.

The Communication Studies Program at Modesto Junior College offers students a variety of courses which incorporate both theory and performance instruction. These include public speaking, argumentation and debate, organizational communication, intercultural and interpersonal communication, contest speaking and forensics competition which includes debate and individual events. The MJC Forensics Team has captured a number of state and national championships. Most courses are available to students in both day and evening hours.

The Certificate of Achievement in Communication Studies is designed to enhance a student’s ability to communicate in academic and professional settings. This certificate is intended to improve the communication skills of students from all majors and career plans. Students majoring in fields that require strong communication skills may use certification in Communication Studies as an alternative to completing a Communication Studies degree.

The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer Degree includes curriculum which focuses on practical application of communication skills and communication theory. Students who complete the degree will be able to demonstrate communication competence in both personal and business relationships. The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. In order to earn this A.A.-T degree, students must complete a minimum of 60 required semester units of CSU transferable coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.0.

The Community Health Worker Certificate of Achievement will prepare the student to assist individuals in accessing health care services, recognize the specific needs of the community, collect community data to improve health education efforts, and network with public health, clinical, and social service agencies. The student will learn to interpret and monitor community health data for improvement in population well-being, explore possible environmental or systemic causes of adverse health conditions, identify need for changes in policies to improve the health and safety of the community, and investigate legal and regulatory actions for greater understanding of services. Students will be able to assist specific populations in communities by improving access to health care services, increase access to health screenings, assist the community members to better understand the health and social service system, facilitate communication between community members and health providers, work to improve adherence to health recommendations, and help to reduce the need for emergency and specialty services.

This award is designed for students who will work in a small business performing general computer application procedures such as: document preparation, simple calculations using electronic spreadsheets, or simple database management.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree and Certificate program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills. The Advanced Certificate of Achievement is an award for the completion of the core classes in the department with a selection of specialized electives. Formerly listed as a Certificate of Achievement in Computer Graphics Applications.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree, Certificate, and Skills Recognition Award program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills. The Animation and 3D Skills Recognition Award marks the completion of specialized courses in animation and 3D modeling.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree and Certificate program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree, Certificate, and Skills Recognition Award program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills. The Digital Design Skills Recognition Award marks the completion of specialized courses in image creation and manipulation.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree and Certificate program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills. The Foundations Certificate of Achievement is an award for completion of the core classes in the major.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree, Certificate, and Skills Recognition Award program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills. The Fundamentals Skills Recognition Award recognition marks the completion of the foundational courses for Computer Graphics majors.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree, Certificate, and Skills Recognition Award program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills. The Game Design and Development Skills Recognition Award marks the completion of specialized courses in the creation of games.

The Computer Graphics Applications Associate Degree, Certificate, and Skills Recognition Award program is structured to enable students to pursue a course of study and computer experience in career areas that rely on computer graphics applications. This program is designed to prepare students for employment, transfer to four year institutions, or to allow employees within these industries to upgrade their skills. The Web Design and Development Skills Recognition Award marks the completion of specialized courses in online content creation.

The Computer Information Systems Program is designed for students who plan to specialize in business computer applications at a four-year college. Students who wish to declare this transfer major should ask for program planning assistance from a business program advisor. Transfer institutions vary in lower division (first two years of college) major department requirements. Meeting the Modesto Junior College Associate Degree major requirements does not necessarily mean a given transfer institution’s major requirements have been met.