| LMC Degrees & Certificates | Gives you |
| Certificate of Completion Noncredit | The skills you need to get an entry-level job or for additional specialization |
| College Skills Certificate | The skills you need to get an entry-level job or for additional specialization |
| Certificate of Achievement | Expanded certificate with additional knowledge and skills to help you move up |
| Associate of Arts/Science Degree | The coursework you need to transfer to a four-year institution |
| Associate of Arts/Science Degree for Transfer | The coursework you need to transfer to a four-year institution |
Job titles and compensation are obtained from O*NET OnLine, a resource sponsored by
the U.S. Department of Labor, and reflect workforce data from within California.
| Accounting |
| Certificate of Achievement in Accounting Associate of Science in Accounting |
| Accounting positions in many types of organizations including accounting/CPA firms, small businesses, large corporations, banks, hospitals, school systems and government agencies preparing financial statement, balance sheets and tax returns. Transfer to four-year institution for a bachelor’s degree in accounting. |
| Tax Preparer: $21.89-$35.69
Payroll and Time Keeping Clerk: $26.33-$29.93 Accountant or Auditor: $37.05-$47.26 |
| Administration of Justice |
| Certificate of Achievement in Administration of Justice
Certificate of Achievement in Basic Law Enforcement Intensive Certificate of Achievement in Criminal Investigations Certificate of Achievement in Criminal Law |
| Employment in a variety of local, state, and federal law enforcement, corrections, and security fields as a police officer, deputy sheriff, county detention officer, state trooper, intensive probation/parole surveillance officer, correctional officer and loss prevention specialist. Law enforcement agencies require additional training and certificates. Transfer to a four-year institution for a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist: $47.05-$56.93
Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officer: $48.24-$60.24 Detective and Criminal Investigators: $47.39-$51.61 |
| Anthropology |
| Associate in Arts for Transfer in Anthropology |
| Anthropologists research, evaluate, and establish public policy concerning the origins of humans; their physical, social, linguistic, and cultural development and behavior; as well as the cultures, organizations, and institutions they have created. (A paleoanthropologist studies prehistoric humans; a social anthropologist studies living societies.) Many aspiring anthropologists work as assistants doing ground-level research and writing surveys before they have advanced degrees. LMC anthropology courses are the foundation for four-year institution studies in anthropology. |
| Anthropologist and Archaeologists: $26.18-$33.48
Anthropology and Archaeology Teacher, College: $45.52-$62.18 |
| Art |
| Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Communications
Certificate of Achievement in Three-Dimensional Design Certificate of Achievement in Photography Associate of Arts in Graphic Communications Associate in Arts for Transfer in Studio Arts Associate in Arts for Transfer in Art History |
| Graphic communication: work in entry-level graphic communication or these courses can be the foundation for four-year institution studies in graphic communications. Graphic design is the applied art of arranging image and text to communicate a message. It may be applied in any media, such as print, digital media, motion pictures, animation, product decoration, packaging and signs. |
| Fine Artist, including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators: $22.65-$31.60
Prepress Technicians: $20.90-$26.89 Desktop Publisher: $20.89-$23.49 Graphic Designer: $27.23-$37.58 Web Developer: $37.38-$48.58 Commercial and Industrial Designer: $36.46-$47.75 Special Effects Artist and Animator: $43.89-$56.98 |
| Automotive Technology |
| College Skills Certificate in Smog Technician Specialist
College Skills Certificate in Air Conditioning Specialist College Skills Certificate in Transmission Specialist College Skills Certificate in Powertrain Specialist College Skills Certificate in Advanced Performance Engine Builder College Skills Certificate in Chassis Specialist College Skills Certificate in Automotive Diesel Specialist College Skills Certificate in Automotive Certificate of General Maintenance Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Technology |
| Employment as automotive service technicians in dealerships, privately owned garages and repair shops diagnosing and repairing automobiles; self-employment. Graduates should be prepared to take ASE exam. |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $22.51-$29.18 |
| Biological Science |
| Associate in Science for Transfer in Biology |
| Train to be a lab technician in the market of biotechnology. Assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food and drugs. These courses can be the foundation for four-year institution studies in various biology fields. |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians: $45.76-$58.76
Diagnostic Medial Sonographer: $55.10-$62.23 Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technician: $55.90-$61.76 |
| Business |
| College Skills Certificate in Business Information Professional Level I
College Skills Certificate in Business Information Professional Level II Certificate of Achievement in Small Business Operations Associate in Science for Transfer in Business Administration 2.0 |
| Employment in small and large businesses, and government agencies in administrative support positions requiring knowledge of software applications, office management, organizational principles, basic financial management and electronic presentations. Administrative office jobs in medical and other healthcare-related offices requiring knowledge of medical terminology, medical coding, billing and insurance. Employment as a medical language specialist to interpret and transcribe dictation by physicians and other healthcare professionals. Starting a small business by learning entrepreneurial skills. A career in retail management. Transfer to a four-year institution for a degree in Business, Business Management, Finance, or Marketing. |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerk: $22.37-$27.49
Supervisor of Office and Administrative Support Worker: $29.13-$35.11 Executive Secretary and Executive Administrative Assistant: $29.52-$38.38 |
| Chemistry |
| Associate in Science for Transfer in Chemistry |
| Prepares students desiring advanced degrees in chemistry. The Los Medanos College chemistry courses meet the lower division transfer requirements for chemistry. The curriculum includes the first-year and second-year requirements to prepare students to transfer and study at a California State University. |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians: $21.27-$23.46
Chemical Technician: $21.58-$28.01 Respiratory Therapist: $45.43-$56.98 |
| Child Development |
| College Skills Certificate in Assistant Teacher Permit Coursework
College Skills Certificate in Associate Teacher Permit Coursework College Skills Certificate in Curriculum in Early Childhood Education College Skills Certificate in Specialization – Administration of Director Early Childhood Programs College Skills Certificate in Specialization – Infant and Toddler Care College Skills Certificate in Specialization Special Needs Early Care and Education College Skills Certificate in Trauma Informed Practitioner Certificate of Achievement in Early Childhood Education |
| Employment working with children from infancy through middle school environment in settings such as day care centers, nursery schools and Head Start programs. With an AS degree, you qualify for positions such as assistant teacher, group supervisor, head teacher or director. Transfer to a four-year institution for a degree in education or in early childhood development. |
| Teacher’s Assistant: $17.49-$21.11
Preschool Teacher (except Special Education): $17.54-$21.21 Elementary School Teacher (except Special Education): $34.05-$43.37 |
| Communication Studies |
| Associate in Arts for Transfer in Communication Studies |
| This program is designed to prepare students to transfer and study at a California State University. Students will complete lower division courses in public speaking, argumentation, intercultural and interpersonal communications, and have their choice of preparing for a more traditional degree in communication studies or preparation for a degree in communications with an emphasis in journalism. |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists: $21.13-$27.34
Editor: $29.36-$37.42 Public Relations Specialists: $27.96-$37.24 Training and Development Specialists: $29.13-$39.01 Advertising and Promotions Manager: $58.58-$72.72 Technical Writer: $36.46-$49.54 |
| Computer Science/Computer Networking |
| College Skills Certificate in Foundation
College Skills Certificate in Game Design College Skills Certificate in Web Design Certificate of Achievement in Computer Applications Support Specialist (Basic) Certificate of Achievement in Computer Applications Support Specialist (Advanced) Certificate of Achievement in Information Technology (Basic) Certificate of Achievement in Information Technology (Advanced) Associate of Science in Information Technology Associate in Science for Transfer in Computer Science |
| Employment as an applications specialist, microcomputer service technician, help desk specialist, computer operator, computer security specialist, network specialist, database specialist with organizations such as telephone companies, television stations, schools and colleges, internet providers and professional offices. |
| Computer User Support Specialist: $27.27-$35.63
Computer Systems Analyst: $47.29-$61.24 Network and Computer Systems Administrator: $44.63-$58.67 |
| Construction Pre-Apprenticeship (Noncredit) |
| Certificate of Completion Noncredit in Construction Pre-Apprenticeship |
| In Contra Costa County, residential and commercial construction projects are expected to grow, thus requiring a labor force skilled in construction trades such as carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and more. Upon successful completion of this pre-apprenticeship program, students will earn the Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3) certificate from the North America’s Building Trades Unions and will be ready to take the test to enter a union apprenticeship. |
| Construction Laborers: $21.94-$27.10
Helpers-Carpenters: $22.48-$28.26 Helpers-Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers: $17.76-$22.03 |
| Drama |
| Associate of Arts in Acting
Associate in Arts for Transfer in Theatre Arts |
| Play a part on stage, television, radio, video, or motion picture productions for entertainment, information or instruction. Interpret serious or comic role by speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audience. May dance and sing. May play parts in television commercials. Work in various areas of performing arts and transfer to a four-year degree program in theatre. |
| Actor: $20.68-$27.87
Art, Drama, and Music Teacher (Postsecondary): $37.00-$57.06 |
| Drone Operations (Noncredit) |
| Certificate of Completion Noncredit in Basic Drone Piloting |
| Introduces you to the fascinating field of aeronautics, including: regulations, airspace, the effects of weather on flight performance, aircraft loading, emergency procedures, crew and resource management, airport operations, aeronautical decision-making, and maintenance and preflight procedures. This certificate program will prepare you to pass the Federal Aviation Administration’s, Part 107 Remote Pilot License examination and introduce you to the countless job opportunities available to licensed remote pilots. |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians: $18.02-$28.72
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film: $26.08-$27.72 Production Workers: $17.43-$21.06 |
| Electrical/Instrumentation Technology |
| Certificate of Achievement in Electrical Technology
Certificate of Achievement in Instrumentation Technology Certificate of Achievement in Transit Electrical Technology Associate of Science in Instrumentation Technology |
| Employment installing and maintaining electrical/electronic systems and instrumentation in industrial facilities. In-house maintenance departments at manufacturing facilities also offer job opportunities. |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians: $28.59-$35.68
Electrical and Electronic Installer and Repairers: $27.49-$35.66 Electrician: $28.71-$43.61 |
| Emergency Medical Services |
| College Skills Certificate in Emergency Medical Services
College Skills Certificate in Emergency Medical Services Recertification |
| Can lead to employment in private emergency medical or ambulance services, fire departments, and hospitals, where life-saving skills are required. |
| Ambulance Driver: $17.03-$17.46
Emergency Medical Technician: $17.19-$20.60 Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technician: $26.64-$36.96 |
| Engineering |
| Associate of Science in Engineering |
| Prepares students for positions as civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering technicians, or for transfer to a four-year degree program in various engineering fields. Engineering technicians solve technical problems. Some work in quality control. They look over products, do tests, and collect data. In manufacturing they may help in design, development, or production. Most engineering technicians specialize in certain areas: civil engineering technicians and electrical and electronics engineering technicians. |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technician: $18.02-$28.72
Electronics Engineer (except computers): $49.39-$62.16 Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians: $28.59-$35.68 |
| English |
| Certificate of Achivement in Creative Writing
Certificate of Achievement in Hip-Hop Studies Associate in Arts for Transfer in English |
| Teach or instruct courses other than those that normally lead to an occupational objective or degree. Courses may include self-improvement, non-vocational, and nonacademic subjects. Teaching may or may not take place in a traditional educational institution. These courses can be the foundation for four-year university studies in English, and/or a career as a writer. |
| English Language and Literature Teacher (Postsecondary): $45.42-$59.25 |
| Ethnic Studies |
| Associate in Arts for in Ethnic Studies |
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| Fire Academy |
| College Skills Certificate in Basic Fire Academy
Certificate of Achievement in Fire Academy |
| Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts. Control and suppress fires in forests or vacant public land. |
| Fire Fighter: $40.33-$46.75 |
| Fire Technology |
| College Skills Certificate in Fire Prevention
College Skills Certificate in Fire Protection Certificate of Achievement in Fire Technology |
| Fire science technology is an applied science in the control and prevention of fire, the handling of hazardous materials, investigation, rescue operations, security, and safety. |
| Forest and Conservation Technician: $19.04-$22.04
Fire Inspector or Investigator: $26.90-$47.64 |
| History |
| Associate in Arts for Transfer in History |
| Journalism |
| Associate of Arts in Journalism
Associate in Arts for Transfer in Journalism |
| Careers in journalism include writers and editors, technical writers and editors, reporters and correspondents, advertising and public relations, and publications designer. Work in an entry-level position in media or transfer to a four-year degree program in journalism. |
| News Analyst, Reporters, and Journalist: $21.13-$27.34
Editor: $29.36-$37.42 Technical Writer: $36.46-$49.54 |
| Kinesiology-Physical Education |
| Associate in Arts for Transfer in Kinesiology |
| This degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology or physical education. This major will introduce students to many areas of study including health and fitness, physical education, therapeutic/sport medicine, and coaching sport instruction. Curriculum in this degree will also provide coursework necessary to prepare students for national certifications in the health/fitness industry such as personal training, group fitness instructor, and lifestyle/weight management consultant.
Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Include all sporting officials, referees, and competitive judges and coaching/teaching for high school and college sports. |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor: $22.66-$30.72
Athletic Trainer: $28.22-29.55 Physical Therapist: $48.32-$57.72 |
| Liberal Arts |
| Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts: Arts and Humanities
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts: Behavioral Science and Social Science Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts: Math and Science |
| These courses can be the foundation for four-year institution studies in various programs. |
| Education Administrator (Postsecondary): $46.12-$60.13 |
| Management and Supervision |
| Certificate of Achievement in Management and Supervision Associate of Science in Management and Supervision |
| The program is designed to train students for entry into supervisory, team-leader and management positions. Transfer to a four-year institution for a degree in business administration. |
| First-Line Supervisor of Retail Sales Workers: $21.14-$23.12
General and Operations Manager: $44.27-$61.36 |
| Mathematics |
| Associate in Science for Transfer in Mathematics |
| Entry-level positions in government agencies such as the census office. Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. These courses can be the foundation for four-year institution studies in mathematics. |
| Mathematical Science Teacher (Postsecondary): $47.37-$60.18 |
| Music |
| Associate of Arts in Music
Associate in Arts for Transfer in Music |
| Become a professional musician, conductor, concert artist, studio musician, arranger, composer, accompanist, music teacher, private instructor, or church related music such as minister of music, organist, or choir director. These courses can be the foundation for four-year institution studies in music. Commercial music careers include instrument sales, instrument repair, pop singer, orchestration, arranger, music publisher, music activities producer, recording engineer, music therapist, music librarian, music critic, music software technician, and radio music director. |
| Musician and Singer: $29.13-$49.42
Music Director and Composer: $17.91-$30.04 |
| Nursing |
| Certificate of Achievement in Vocational Nursing Associate of Science in Registered Nursing |
| Registered Nurse (RN): employment as a registered nurse in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, physician’s offices or other health care agencies. RNs evaluate, plan, implement and document nursing care for an assigned patient population. LVN to RN degree program is offered for those who wish to upgrade to an RN. Transfer to a four-year institution for a BSN to expand your career opportunities in nursing education or administration. Licensing required.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN): employment as a vocational nurse in hospitals, rehabilitation/long-term/home health facilities, clinics, nursing homes, and physician’s offices. A VN administers nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse by participating in the delivery and evaluation of patient care, and ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of patients. Licensure required. |
| Registered Nurse: $58.00-$75.89
Licensed Vocational Nurse: $29.76-$35.42 Acute Care Nurse: $58.00-$75.89 |
| Philosophy |
| Associate in Arts for Transfer in Philosophy |
| Develop critical-thinking skills, argument skills, communication skills, information management, design and planning skills, research and investigation skills, management and administration skills. These courses can be the foundation for advanced studies at four-year institutions. |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher (Postsecondary): $38.14-$48.64 |
| Physics |
| Associate in Science for Transfer in Physics |
| This degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree in physics. This major will introduce students to many areas of study including engineering, physics, chemistry, astronomy, geology, and certain specialized majors such as architecture. |
| Physics Teacher (Postsecondary): $48.19-$61.37
Physicist: $62.83-$79.30 |
| Political Science |
| Associate in Science for Transfer in Law Public Policy and Society
Associate in Science for Transfer in Political Science |
| Become a political campaign advisor or lobbyist, or pursue community outreach, community development, and pre-law. These courses at LMC can be the foundation for advanced studies at four-year institutions. |
| Political Scientist: $39.64-$58.90
Political Science Teacher (Postsecondary): $48.19-58.30 |
| Process Technology |
| College Skills Certificate in Bridge to Advanced Manufacturing
Certificate of Achievement in Process Technology |
| Process technicians are skilled plant operators who safely run refineries and chemical plants. Examples of work includes the processing of samples, monitoring equipment, and solving problems that arise in processing plants. |
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender: $21.89-$27.65
Chemical Plant and System Operator: $43.91-$47.51 Petroleum Pump System Operator, Refinery Operator, and Gauger: $47.58-$47.61 |
| Psychology |
| Associate in Arts for Transfer in Psychology |
| Monitor patient physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs. Assist professionals from a wide variety of fields such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work to provide client services, as well as support for families. May assist clients in identifying available benefits and social and community services, and help clients obtain them. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or adult daycare. These courses can be the foundation for four-year institution studies in psychology. |
| Counseling Psychologist: $36.72-$62.49
School Psychologist: $29.75-$48.18 Clinical Psychologist: $36.72-$62.49 |
| Recording Arts |
| College Skills Certificate in Recording Arts Level 1
College Skills Certificate in Recording Arts Level 2 Certificate of Achievement in Recording Arts |
| Become an audio engineer, producer, other recording arts professional. LMC prepares you for entry-level positions in the recording arts industry. |
| Broadcast Technicians: $16.61-$17.08
Audio/Video Technician: $22.46-$28.59 Sound Engineer Technician: $28.21-$33.66 |
| Sociology |
| Associate in Arts for Transfer in Sociology |
| Can work in a variety of fields to assist programs, groups, and organizations – such as government agencies – in urban development and planning. These courses can be the foundation for four-year institution studies in sociology. |
| Social Science Researcher Assistant: $26.74-$30.50
Sociology Teacher (Postsecondary): $38.10-$48.37 Sociologist: $45.49-$54.95 |
| Welding Technology |
| College Skills Certificate in Welding Pre-Apprenticeship
Certificate of Achievement in Welding Technology |
| Employment as certified welder using oxy-acetylene welding, shielded-metal arc welding, TIG, MIG, flux-cored arc welding, and metal cutting in industries such as petrochemicals, railroads, construction, transportation, plant maintenance, bridge fabrication, ornamental iron, machining, aerospace, boiler-making, ship repairs, fabricated metal products, and transportation equipment manufacturers. |
| Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters Operators and Tenders: $18.11-$22.76
Welder, Cutter, Solderer, and Brazer: $22.59-$28.18 Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Worker: $17.94-$30.04 |
| World Languages |
| Certificate of Achievement in American Sign Language
Certificate of Achievement in Spanish Associate in Arts for Transfer in Spanish |
| Prepares students to facilitate: communication between hearing and hearing-impaired persons through interpretation into a signed language; or transliteration of a language into a visual and/or phonemic code by an oral interpreter, a signed language interpreter, or cued speech interpreter. |
| Interpreter and Translator: $28.35-$39.51
Foreign Language and Literature Teacher (Postsecondary): $37.87-$58.18 |