Provide medical care in emergency situations.
Palomar College’s Paramedic Academy offers students the opportunity to gain instruction from current professionals with background knowledge and years of experience in such fields as Fire, Paramedic, nursing, and more. During the didactic portion, our classroom is structured with numerous hands-on applications and special events to enhance learning outcomes. During the field internship, the students gain real-life crucial skills in an ambulance setting, and clinical internships are held in fast-paced hospital environments; each providing the likelihood to network and dive deeper into the potential for a specific career path… Become the hero you’ve always looked up to, become a Paramedic.
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Fashion
Learn to rule the Fashion World!
Fashion is one of the largest, most well-established industries in California. An education in Fashion serves the individual by providing the background necessary for these careers throughout California and the United States. Palomar’s Fashion Program provides an environment which promotes critical thinking, creativity, multicultural awareness, sensitivity to various learning styles, and an understanding of social, organizational, and technological systems. We guarantee appropriate education to meet the needs of this vast industry with Certificates and A.S. Degrees leading to potential transfer to Baccalaureate institutions.
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Fire Academy
Palomar College’s highly acclaimed Fire Academy.
This program training meets the requirements mandated by the California Office of State Fire Marshal for Certified Fire Fighter 1: covers fire ground procedures, tactics, strategy, safety methods, fire dynamics, equipment usage and deployment, and subject material pertaining to the role of fire fighters within the fire service; prepares students for a career in the fire suppression/protection field. The student also receives additional certifications from the California State Fire Marshall’s Office
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Fire Technology
Prepare to enter the Fire Academy or transfer to CSUSM’s new four-year program.
This program provides fundamental information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationships of fire prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire investigation and fire safety education. Teaching skills necessary for California Fire Service Training and Education system. You will discover an introduction to fire protection, career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; philosophy and history of fire protection, fire loss analysis, organization and function of public and private fire protection services, fire departments as part of local government, laws and regulations affecting the fire service, fire service nomenclature, specific fire protection functions, basic fire chemistry and physics, introduction to fire protection systems,and introduction to fire strategy and tactics.
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Geographic Information Systems
Learn to map information using technology!
This program will give students the technical and conceptual knowledge needed to enter the exciting field of geospatial technology. In addition to our constantly updated curriculum and state-of-the-art Geographic Information Systems (GIS) laboratory, new equipment and software are regularly acquired in order to keep up with this growing industry. Our program also has partnerships with four-year universities for students interested in obtaining their bachelor’s degrees. This program is perfect for students who are interested in expanding their career options, or anyone who is simply interested in Geography and GIS!
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Graphic Communications
Learn Visual Literacy through Progressive Technology.
Graphic Communications encompasses the techniques of setting a mood and conveying information to the viewer using a variety of printing techniques, multimedia, and the Internet. There are three areas of specialization available :
Imaging and Publishing-More than ink on paper, print media requires effective and efficient layout techniques and skillful shop and project management to provide a cost-effective product.
Web Design-The explosive growth of the Internet continues with rapid developments in the World Wide Web. The GC department provides in-depth instruction in leading edge software tools and techniques including site layout, database design, copyright and accessibility considerations, and portfolio development.
Motion Graphics, Multimedia and Digital Video-The field of motion graphics is becoming more important in advertising, visual effects, online marketing, educational short subjects, and HD video production.
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HVAC/ACR (Air Conditioning/Refrigeration and Heating)
Brand new program with amazing career opportunities.
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Illustration (Art)
Combine design and drawing skills in the production of imagery.
Illustration courses prepare students to draw and paint images to be used for editorial and product illustration.
Both Graphic Design and Illustration programs incorporate digital media in their courses of study. Software applications that are used include Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and AfterEffects, Corel Painter, Autodesk Maya, and Pixologic ZBrush. Courses in digital arts are meant to supplement, not replace, hand fabrication concepts and skills, and the prerequisites and/or recommended preparations reflect the skills needed to succeed in the variety of digital courses offered in our programs.
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Industrial Technology/ Machining
One of the hottest occupations in advanced manufacturing. Become a Machinist!
The program will provide students with foundation math, reading, writing and computer skills needed to succeed in a technical occupation. This interdisciplinary program will incorporate curriculum from disciplines such as math, industrial technology, engineering, business and computer science. Upon completion of this program, students may potentially secure entry-level positions in technical fields while concurrently completing their Associate’s degree.
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Interior Design
Transform your passion for space enhancement into a career!
The Palomar College Interior Design Program can assist you with transforming your passion into a career. With two programs of study; AS degree or Certificate of Achievement , our program begins with the foundational elements and principles of design, and continues into residential and commercial design processes. Our program focuses on skill development; such as hand drafting and quick sketching, and technology; such as AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-up and Adobe programs. Additionally, our Interior Design program is affiliated with the National Kitchen and Bath Association. Students graduate with a portfolio, ready to enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year program.