# Taft College — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-21T07:17:44.215Z from a crawl of taftcollege.edu. 44 records (44 programs · 0 resource pages). # Bachelor Degree **Degree** Bachelor Degree For a Bachelor's degree, a student must satisfactorily complete at least 120 semester units of college work. A minimum of “C” (2.0) grade point average (GPA) and a minimum of “C” in all courses in the major (field of study), and general education, 21 lower division requirements and 9 units of upper division coursework. Double counting of coursework is permitted. A course may be used to satisfy both a major requirement and a general education requirement, but not two general education areas. Taft College offers the following Bachelor degree: Dental Hygiene Administration Up one… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/requirements-for-degrees-and-certificates/bachelor-degree --- # Certificate Programs **Certificate** Certificate Programs Certificate of Achievement and Local Certificates are designed for students interested in programs of instruction with a high degree of specialization without completing General Education. Programs vary in length and generally require less than two years of full-time study to complete. If the student prefers, they may also be completed on a part-time basis. Students are encouraged to check with their counselor for help with planning their courses. Certificates can be found in the the Degrees & Certificates section of the catalog. Successful completion of the Certificate o… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/requirements-for-degrees-and-certificates/certificate-programs --- # Additional Associate Degrees **Degree** Additional Associate Degrees Taft College will grant degrees to students if they have met the requirements for each degree. Students seeking a concurrent or subsequent Associate degree must meet the following conditions: 1. All General Education requirements shall be met by each student's catalog rights. 2. A minimum GPA of 2.0 for all units counted toward the degree. 3. A minimum of 12 units in residence at Taft College. There is no limit to the number of additional associate degrees awarded to students if they meet all of the above requirements. Students should note additional degrees do no… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/requirements-for-degrees-and-certificates/additional-associate-degrees --- # Catalog Rights Catalog Rights Taft College issues a new catalog every year in the fall. New programs may be introduced and Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/requirements-for-degrees-and-certificates/catalog-rights --- # Bachelor Degree and Upper Division General Education Philosophy **Degree** Bachelor Degree and Upper Division General Education Philosophy The philosophy and criteria for the bachelor degree and general education include, but are not limited to the following: 1. The courses integrate significant content, ideas, and ways of knowing from more than one discipline. 2. Courses involve students in collaborative work, critical thinking, and integration of ideas. 3. Courses extend the students' experience across the Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/requirements-for-degrees-and-certificates/bachelor-degree-and-upper-division-general-education-philosophy --- # Administration of Justice for Transfer Administration of Justice for Transfer Description The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer degree provides a clear and direct route for transfer to upper division work in the Administration of Justice major through structured and semi-structured opportunities for students to develop and master the knowledge, skills, and values consistent with the theory and application of Administration of Justice. The program Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/administration-of-justice-for-transfer --- # Administrative Services Administrative Services Description This program provides individuals with foundation educational training and skills in general office principles, procedures, and operations. The program will prepare students to enter entry to mid-level positions in places of business and organizations as office and support personnel. Upon the successful completion of the Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/administrative-services --- # Administrative Services II: Certificate of Achievement **Certificate** BUSN 1050 BUSN 1055 BUSN 1510 Administrative Services II: Certificate of Achievement Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/administrative-services/administrative-services-ii-certificate-of-achievement --- # Microsoft Office Applications: Certificate **Certificate** Microsoft Office Applications: Certificate (Locally Approved) This certificate program is designed to recognize a student’s achievement and proficiency with key components of the MS Office Suite, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and databases. Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/administrative-services/microsoft-office-applications-certificate-locally-approved --- # Art Art Description The degree provides the student with the foundations in history, theory, design and studio of art. The studio art courses provide an integration of conceptual and practical artistic skills with personal and creative exploration. The core courses provide the student the preparation for university level courses in art and art history. Students must have a minimum of “C” in major courses. Program Learning Outcomes After completing the Art major, a student will be able to: Create art in various media using the resources of production. Understand, evaluate, and utilize the elem… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/art --- # Biology for Transfer Biology for Transfer Description The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer (AS-T) is granted upon successful completion of a courses in the degree. The following is required for all AD-T degrees for transfer to the California State University system. Completion of a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. A minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 (C) in all CSU-transferable coursework, that is courses numbered 1500 and above. Note that while a minimum GPA of 2.0 (C) is required for admission to a CSU, some transfer institutions for certain majors may require a higher G… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/biology-for-transfer --- # Business Administration Business Administration Description The business program is designed for students interested in business with a variety of options from certificates for enhanced employment to associate degrees; for entry level positions and transfer courses; for those interested in an advanced degree. The program is the foundation in accounting, economics and students apply the methodologies to assess fiscal and monetary policies to the marketplace. Program Learning Outcomes After completing the Business Administration major, a student will be able to: Students completing their course of study will be able t… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/business-administration --- # Business Administration for Transfer Business Administration for Transfer Program Goals and Objectives The Associate in Science in Business Administration for Transfer degree provides a clear and direct route for students to transfer to a CSU to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Business Administration or related field. Ed Code Section 66746-66749 states students earning the Business Administration AS-T degree will be granted priority for admission as a Business Administration major to a local CSU, as determined by the CSU campus to which the student applies. The study of business administration prepares students to enter the job… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/business-administration-for-transfer --- # Computer Science for Transfer Computer Science for Transfer Description The Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer Degree is designed to provide the foundational courses for a student to successfully complete upper division course work to achieve a BS degree in Computer Science from the CSU system. Other specialty areas offered at CSUB including Information Security and Computer Information Systems may also be achieved. Computer Scientists utilize a variety of technical, mathematic, creativity, and problem-solving skills to design, develop, produce, and optimize new software products. Computer Science degre… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/computer-science-for-transfer --- # Court Reporting Court Reporting Description The Court Reporting Program is designed to provide students with the academic foundation and technical training to be certified shorthand reporters. The program prepares students to take the California Court Reporters’ Board examination for certification. The courses listed meet the requirements of the Court Reporter’s Board of California and for an Associate in Science Degree in Court Reporting at Taft College. Upon passing school requirements for state certification, students will be eligible to take the Certified Shorthand Reporter examination. Academic courses… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/court-reporting --- # Disability Services: Associate in Science **Degree** Disability Services: Associate in Science Description The Disabilities Services degree is designed for students interested in the field of disabilities. The degree will equip current and future professionals to be effective communicators and develop a cultural awareness of understanding the disability field. The program covers general guidelines and documentation methods with the importance of confidentiality as well as how to support people effectively and in safely managing their basic needs including self-advocacy and safety. The program has six core courses covering topics dealing with a… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/disability-services --- # Early Childhood Education for Transfer Early Childhood Education for Transfer Description This program is designed to provide individuals with the foundation into understanding early care, education, and family relations. The program will prepare individuals to enter into a variety of disciplines and careers working with children, families, and communities. The Early Childhood Education for Transfer program will be beneficial to anyone who has children in their lives: parents, teachers (elementary and early childhood education), school psychologists, social workers, counselors, law enforcement, special educators, foster parents, a… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/early-childhood-education-for-transfer --- # Certification/Licenses Certification/Licenses To be able to work in child care/preschool centers and programs, individuals must have the necessary permits. The following permits are issued by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: Child Development Assistant Permit Child Development Associate Teacher Permit Child Development Teacher Permit Early Care, Education, and Family Studies (cont.) Child Development Master Teacher Permit Child Development Site Supervisor Permit Child Development Program Director Permit For more information on the permits and the process, please contact the CA Commission… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/early-care-education-and-family-studies/certification-licenses --- # Child Development Assistant Teacher: Certificate **Certificate** PSYC 2003 ECEF 1501 Child Development Assistant Teacher: Certificate (Locally Approved Certificate) The Assistant Teacher Certificate may be earned by students who satisfactorily complete 6 units of coursework listed below with a grade of “C” or better. Successful completion of the coursework meets the requirements of the Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit as outlined in the Child Development Matrix. Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/early-care-education-and-family-studies/child-development-assistant-teacher-certificate-locally-approved-certificate --- # Economics for Transfer Economics for Transfer Description The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer (AA-T) is granted upon successful completion of a courses in the degree. The following is required for all AD-T degrees for transfer to the California State University system. Completion of a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. A minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 (C) in all CSU-transferable coursework, that is courses numbered 1500 and above. Note that while a minimum GPA of 2.0 (C) is required for admission to a CSU, some transfer institutions for certain majors may require a higher… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/economics-for-transfer --- # Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer Description The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer degree provides a clear and direct route for transfer to upper division work in the Liberal Studies or Integrated Teacher Education major allowing students to develop and master the knowledge, skills, and values foundational to teaching school-aged children . This Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer provides a solid foundation in the theory and practices used in the study of humanity. The Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/elementary-teacher-education-for-transfer --- # Engineering Engineering Program Goals and Objectives Program Mission The Associate of Science Engineering program provides local southern San Joaquin Valley students an additional career path and transfer opportunities to California Universities and Colleges. Students acquire the necessary academic, technical, analytical, and communication skills in preparation to transfer to a Bachelor of Science e ngineering program. Program Goals This program is designed to: Provide the necessary lower division courses including math, science, engineering, and general education that will transfer successfully to a bac… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/engineering --- # General Business General Business Description The General Business Program provides individuals with foundation educational training and skills in general business principles, procedures, and operations. Upon the successful completion of the Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/general-business --- # Graphic Arts Graphic Arts Up one level Degrees and Certificates In this section Certificate of Achievement: Graphic Design Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/graphic-arts --- # History for Transfer History for Transfer Description The History program provides students with the academic foundation History, in the broad sense, and studies all human experience. It examines the people, institutions, ideas, and events from the past to the present. The study of history contributes to cultural literacy and develops critical thinking and other useful skills while helping students understand the present and plan for the future. Historical study provides a solid, fundamental preparation for careers in business, industry, government, and education. It also serves as excellent preparation for law s… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/history-for-transfer --- # Advanced Information Technology and Management Advanced Information Technology and Management Description This program provides individuals with foundation educational training and skills in principles, operation, and procedures on a variety of technological tools. The program will prepare students to identify, design, or create systems to support technology and information needs of an organization. Upon the successful completion of the Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/information-technology-and-management --- # Kinesiology: Associate in Arts **Degree** Kinesiology: Associate in Arts Description The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology is designed for the student seeking to transfer yet not quite certain of their ultimate academic or career path. It is also designed for the student population who may be transferring to an out-of-state institution. Students who pursue this degree will be prepared in the fields of Kinesiology/Physical Education, exercise science, athletic training/sports medicine, and sports administration. Kinesiology studies the function and performance of the human body through the sciences of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics,… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/kinesiology-associate-in-arts --- # Liberal Arts with an Area of Emphasis Liberal Arts with an Area of Emphasis Description The Associate in Arts Degree in Liberal Arts with Areas of Emphasis is intended for students not planning to transfer to a 4-year university. This degree is designed to prepare students for life in the global community by developing a core of knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for personal and professional success. Up one level Degrees and Certificates In this section Liberal Arts Area of Emphasis: Allied Health: Associate in Arts Liberal Arts Area of Emphasis: Arts and Humanities: Associate in Arts Liberal Arts Area of Emphasis: Busin… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/liberal-arts-with-an-area-of-emphasis --- # Management Management Description The program is designed to prepare students to step into leadership and management roles in the workplace. The management program is also ideal for individuals wanting to advance their careers into management positions from communication and customer service to conflict resolution, managing organizational change, and general business operations; skills in these areas are needed by businesses and organizations in order to be successful. Students may earn a Certificate of Achievement and/or an Associate in Science Degree in Management. Program Learning Outcomes After comp… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/management --- # Mathematics Mathematics Description This degree provides students with the foundation classes to support ongoing interest in the field of mathematics. The core consists of the calculus sequence required for transfer, in which students acquire a conceptual understanding of the principles of differential and integral calculus for functions in one and several variables, as well as the ability to apply calculus techniques in a variety of applications. Program Learning Outcomes After completing a degree in mathematics, a student should be able to: Compare and contrast various mathematical models and then appl… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/mathematics --- # Medical Assisting Administrative Medical Assisting Administrative Description: Certificate of Achievement in Administrative Medical Assisting provides students with the secretarial skills with specific knowledge of medical terminology, scheduling patient appointments, billing patients, and compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondences. The coursework provides the necessary proficiencies to work safely and competently within direct patient contact occupations. Program Learning Outcomes: Research online and traditional reference materials effectively to stay informed about emerging trends and breakthroug… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/medical-assisting-administrative --- # Medical Assisting Clinical Medical Assisting Clinical Description: Taft College offers a Certificate of Achievement in Clinical Medical Assisting. This 21 to 25 units program leads to preparation to take the Certified Medical Assistant exam. It is designed for students to develop the necessary skills to obtain an entry level position as a clinical medical assistant. Students learn various patient procedures, medical laws and ethics, assist with physical examination through both classroom instruction and laboratory clinical work. Students also learn how to take vital signs, administer medications and log patient charts.… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/medical-assisting-clinical --- # Occupational Safety and Health Basic Employee Safety in General Industry OSH 1100 OSH 1107 OSH 1500 Occupational Safety and Health Basic Employee Safety in General Industry (Local Approved Certificate) This certificate is designed to provide entry level training and education on the foundations and basics of hazardous material and industrial safety principles. Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/occupational-safety-and-health/occupational-safety-and-health-basic-employee-safety-in-general-industry-local-approved-certificate --- # Paramedic: Certification of Achievement Paramedic: Certification of Achievement Up one level Degrees and Certificates In this section Paramedic Certificate of Achievement Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/paramedic --- # Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificates I - IV **Certificate** Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificates I - IV Description This program is designed to provide training and education in petroleum technology specific to well control and drilling. The certificate options are designed to provide training and knowledge in oilfield blow-out prevention, off-shore drilling operations, well control, drilling and coiled tubing. Each certificate option is built upon one another. Therefore, students may earn one or all of the certificate options offered. Some of the classes in the program are offered in partnership with our WESTEC location. Up one… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificates-i-iv --- # Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate I: Certificate **Certificate** PETC 1100 PETC 1102 Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate I: Certificate (Locally approved) This beginning level certificate program is designed to provide skills to perform safe work practices to prevent blow-outs at drilling locations. Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificates-i-iv/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificate-i-certificate-locally-approved --- # Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate II: Certificate **Certificate** PETC 1100 PETC 1103 Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate II: Certificate (Locally approved) This certificate program is designed to provide advance training and knowledge on oilfield blow-out prevention. Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificates-i-iv/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificate-ii-certificate-locally-approved --- # Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate III: Certificate **Certificate** PETC 1100 PETC 1104 Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate III: Certificate (Locally approved) This certificate program is designed to provide advance training and knowledge about off-shore drilling operations. Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificates-i-iv/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificate-iii-certificate-locally-approved --- # Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate IV: Certificate **Certificate** PETC 1100 PETC 1105 Petroleum Technology Well Control and Drilling Certificate IV: Certificate (Locally approved) This certificate program is designed to provide advance training and knowledge on well control and coiled tubing. Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificates-i-iv/petroleum-technology-well-control-and-drilling-certificate-iv-certificate-locally-approved --- # Physical Education Physical Education Description The Physical Activity Department provides opportunities for students to participate in activity classes, pursue a professional career, and transfer and complete in intercollegiate athletics. The degree provides an introduction to the profession with the ability to utilize principles of human anatomy, physiology, and behavioral processes. Program Learning Outcomes After completing the Physical Education major, a student will be able to: Demonstrate the skills necessary to participate, perform, and progress in a variety of sport and/or exercise classes. Identify a… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/physical-education --- # Physical Science Physical Science Description The Physical Science major provides a board background in the sciences. The degree utilizes problem solving, proficiencies in the laboratory techniques and analysis of experimental data and will demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively using written, oral, electronic, and graphical means. The major consists of a combination of courses selected from astronomy, chemistry, physical geography, geology, and physics. Program Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the Physical Science major, a student will be able to: Demonstrate the safe and correct op… Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/physical-science --- # California State University General Education Breadth Certificate of Achievement **Certificate** CSU GE CSU GE California State University General Education Breadth Certificate of Achievement Description The California State University General Education-Breadth ( CSU GE ) pattern is one option that allows California community college transfer students to fulfill the lower-division general education requirements of any California State University (CSU) campus. The Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/transfer-studies-california-state-university-general-education-breadth --- # Gas Tungsten Arc Welding: Certificate **Certificate** WELD 1500 WELD 1530 INTC 1000 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding: Certificate (Locally Approved Certificate) Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/welding-technology/gas-tungsten-arc-welding-certificate-locally-approved-certificate --- # Gas Metal Arc and Flux Core Arc Welding: Certificate **Certificate** WELD 1500 WELD 1520 INTC 1000 Gas Metal Arc and Flux Core Arc Welding: Certificate (Locally Approved Certificate) Source: https://taftcollege.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/degrees-and-certificates/welding-technology/gas-metal-arc-and-flux-core-arc-welding-certificate-locally-approved-certificate