Spanish

The Associate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer degree is designed for students who wish to transfer to the California State University system. Successful completion of the transfer degree in Spanish guarantees the student acceptance to the California State University campus leading to a baccalaureate degree in Spanish or similar major.  The Associate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer Degree develops competence in the ability to understand, read, write and speak Spanish. In addition, it provides the foundation for student to acquire a better understanding and appreciation of the Spanish language and cultures of all Spanish speaking countries. Upon successful completion of the degree, student is also prepared to pursue a career in healthcare, law enforcement, public safety, public service, education, U.S. government, translation and/or interpreting, business, international relations, food services, teaching English in Spanish speaking countries, hospitality, travel industry, and other related fields.

Program Courses & Requirements

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate understanding of the cultural perspectives and mores of Spanish speakers in Latin America and Spain.
• Demonstrate understanding of the Spanish language through the synthesis, analysis and evaluation of the target language to derive meaning of implicit and explicit written material and spoken messages in authentic cultural context.