School of Mathematics, Sciences and Health Professions (Undergrad)

1. Biological Sciences AS
2. Biology AS-T
3. Computer Science AS
4. Computer Science AS-T
5. Environmental Studies AA
6. Environmental Science AS-T
7. Geography AA-T
8. Geology AS-T
9. Mathematics AS
10. Mathematics AS-T
11. Engineering AS
12. Liberal Arts & Sciences AA – Math & Science Emphasis
13. Nursing – LVN to RN AS
14. Nursing – Registered Nurse AA
15. Public Health AS-T
16. Medical Laboratory Technician Program AS
17. Fire Technology – InService AS
18. Fire Technology – PreService AS

Divisions:

1- Mathematics, Sciences and Engineering

Do these characteristics describe you?

• I want to understand how the universe works.
• I like to solve problems using math or science.
• I appreciate advanced technology and engineering.
• I enjoy developing theories or hypothesis.
• I like to study, conduct research, or work in a lab.
• I like complicated problems and intellectual challenges.

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2- Health Professions and Public Safety

In the school of Health Professions and Public Safety, you will focus on programs of study that prepare you for certificates, degrees, transfer, and careers in fields related to allied health and public service.

Do these characteristics describe you?

• Likes to take care of others when they are sick or injured
• Not rattled by blood or seeing someone injured
• Steps up without prompt to help others whenever you see someone in need
• Enjoys detective work and investigating
• Values having a profession that is respected by the community
• Enjoys variety in work pace: from a fast paced, dynamic environment to a normal pace with a focus on relationships
• Enjoys having the option of working by yourself, such as in a lab, or working as part of a team, such as fire fighters
• Enjoys ongoing learning and being intellectually challenged
• Enjoys having multiple pathways for career development

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College of the Canyons (COC) is your gateway to a complete American university education.

• 99.9% of COC international students, who follow their education plan and want to transfer, transfer to a four-year college or university.
• COC is located in Santa Clarita – a safe, beautiful community located nearby some of California’s most famous attractions, such as Six Flags Magic Mountain, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Disneyland, and many more.
• College of the Canyons’ cost of attendance is consistently less than surrounding community colleges.
• College of the Canyons offers flexible class schedules, with more than 60 fields of study.
• Our International Service & Programs office has a trained staff that is dedicated to the student’s needs as well as help with the process along the way.
• At COC we enroll students all year long with multiple enrolling dates.
• We have an easy application process with no application fee.
• Here at COC, we offer high quality education at a low cost.
• At College of the Canyons, we understand that it’s not easy to leave your family and friends at home to study in America, and our staff is trained to help you manage those concerns.
• From the day we receive your application until the time you graduate or transfer to a four-year university, we will help you with things such as the visa process and finding housing. College of the Canyons wants you to be comfortable in your academic and social communities.
• International Services and Programs (ISP) sponsors learning and social activities on and off campus, offering opportunities for making friends in America and from other countries throughout the world.

Institutional Self-Evaluation

College of the Canyons is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), 331 J St., Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95814, (415) 506-0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. The public is invited to submit comments about College of the Canyons to our accrediting body by completing a third-party comment form on the ACCJC website. The college is expected to undergo its next comprehensive visit in spring 2022.

In addition to the current ACCJC college-wide accreditation, specified programs at College of the Canyons are also accredited and/or authorized by the following external organizations:

• Automotive Technology – National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)
• Center for Early Childhood Education – National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
• Emergency Medical Technician – Los Angeles County EMS Agency, State of California and National Registry of EMTs
• Medical Laboratory Technician – National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
• Nursing – National League for Nursing, Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN-CNEA) and California State Board of Registered Nursing
• Paralegal Studies – American Bar Association (ABA)