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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.<\/span><\/p>\n Certificate of Achievement in Accounting<\/span> Accounting positions in many types of organizations including accounting\/CPA firms, small businesses, large corporations, banks, hospitals, schools systems and government agencies preparing financial statements, balance sheets and tax returns. Transfer to four-year institution for a bachelor\u2019s degree in accounting. <\/span><\/p>\n Tax Preparer: $21.89-$35.69 <\/span> Certificate of Achievement in Administration of Justice <\/span> 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\u2019s degree in criminal justice. <\/span><\/p>\n Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist: $47.05-$56.93 <\/span> Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer<\/span><\/p>\n 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Anthropologist and Archaeologists: $26.18-$33.48 <\/span> Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Communications<\/span> 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Fine Artist, including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators: $22.65-$31.60 <\/span> College Skills Certificate in Smog Technician Specialist <\/span> 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 the ASE exam.<\/span><\/p>\n Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $22.51-$29.18<\/span><\/p>\n Associate in Science in Biological Science for Transfer<\/span><\/p>\n 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Radiologic Technologists and Technicians: $$45.76-58.76 <\/span> College Skills Certificate in Business Information Professional Level I <\/span> 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 health care 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerk: $22.37-$27.49 <\/span> Associate in Science in Chemistry for Transfer<\/span><\/p>\n 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.<\/span><\/p>\n Veterinary Technologists and Technicians: $21.27-$23.46<\/span> College Skills Certificate in Assistant Teacher Permit Coursework <\/span> 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Teacher\u2019s Assistant: $28.17-$37.42<\/span> Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer <\/span><\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists: $21.13-$27.34 College Skills Certificate in Foundation <\/span> 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Computer User Support Specialist: $27.27-$35.63 <\/span> Certificate of Completion in Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Non-Credit <\/span><\/p>\n 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Construction Laborers: $21.94-$27.10 <\/span> Associate of Arts in Acting Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer <\/span><\/p>\n Play a part in 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 theater. <\/span><\/p>\n Actor: $20.68-$27.87<\/span> Certificate of Completion in Drone Remote Pilot Non-Credit <\/span><\/p>\n 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\u2019s, Part 107 Remote Pilot License examination and introduce you to the countless job opportunities available to licensed remote pilots. <\/span><\/p>\n Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians:\u00a0$18.02-$28.72 Certificate of Achievement in Electrical Technology <\/span> Employment installing and maintaining electrical\/electronic systems and instrumentation in industrial facilities. In-house maintenance departments at manufacturing facilities also offer job opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians: $28.59-$35.68 <\/span> College Skills Certificate in Emergency Medical Services <\/span> Can lead to employment in private emergency medical or ambulance services, fire departments, and hospitals, where life-saving skills are required. <\/span><\/p>\n Ambulance Driver: $17.03-$17.46 <\/span> Associate of Science in Engineering <\/span><\/p>\n 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. <\/span><\/p>\n Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technician: $18.02-$28.72 <\/span> Associate in Arts for Transfer in English <\/span> 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. <\/span><\/p>\n English Language and Literature Teacher (Postsecondary): $28.17-$37.42<\/span><\/p>\n Certificate of Competency\u00a0Basic Vocabulary and Reading Development\u00a0 <\/span> Advancement Skills Prepares students to advance in their chosen career pathway or transfer to a four-year university, seek and interview for jobs where English and\/or bilingual abilities are essential or helpful, engage in civic activities and leadership roles, and participate in community and social opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Associate in Arts for in Ethnic Studies <\/span><\/p>\n These courses can be the foundation for four-year university studies Ethnic Studies. Informs students about social and cultural forces in American society. Students can use this knowledge to enact social justice, encourage social responsibility, and create social change in any area of work that they enter. Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts. Control and suppress fires in forests or vacant public land. <\/span><\/p>\n Fire Fighter: $36.61-$72.15<\/span><\/p>\n College Skills Certificate in Basic Fire Academy <\/span> Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts. Control and suppress fires in forests or vacant public land. <\/span><\/p>\n Fire Fighter: $40.33-$46.75 <\/span><\/p>\nAccounting<\/span><\/h3>\n
\n Associate of Science in Accounting <\/span><\/p>\n
\nPayroll and Time Keeping Clerk: $26.33-$29.93 <\/span>
\nAccountant or Auditor: $37.05-$47.26<\/span><\/p>\nAdministration of Justice<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCertificate of Achievement in Basic Law Enforcement Intensive <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Criminal Investigations <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Criminal Law <\/span>
\nAssociate in Science for Transfer in Administration of Justice<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n
\nPolice and Sheriff\u2019s Patrol Officer: $48.24-$60.24 <\/span>
\nDetectives and Criminal Investigators: $47.39-$51.61<\/span><\/p>\nAnthropology<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nAnthropology and Archaeology Teacher, College: $26.18-$33.48 <\/span><\/p>\nArt<\/span><\/h3>\n
\n Certificate of Achievement in Three-Dimensional Design <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Photography Associate of Arts in Fine Arts <\/span>
\nAssociate of Arts in Graphic Communications<\/span>
\n Associate in Arts for Transfer in Studio Arts <\/span>
\nAssociate in Arts for Transfer in Art <\/span><\/p>\n
\nPrepress Technicians: $20.90-$26.89 <\/span>
\nDesktop Publisher: $27.23-$23.49 <\/span>
\nGraphic Designer: $27.23-$37.58 <\/span>
\nWeb Developer: $37.38-$48.58<\/span>
\n Commercial and Industrial Designer: $36.46-$47.75 <\/span>
\nSpecial Effects Artist and Animator: $43.89-$56.98 <\/span><\/p>\nAutomotive Technology<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Air Conditioning Specialist <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Transmission Specialist <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Powertrain Specialist <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Advanced Performance Engine Builder <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Chassis Specialist <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Automotive Diesel Specialist<\/span>
\n Skills Certificate in Automotive Certificate of General Maintenance <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Automotive Technology <\/span>
\nAssociate of Science in Automotive Technology <\/span><\/p>\nBiological Science<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nDiagnostic Medial Sonographer: $55.10-$62.23 <\/span>
\nMagnetic Resonance Imaging Technician: $55.90-$61.76 <\/span><\/p>\nBusiness<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Business Information Professional Level II <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Small Business Operations <\/span>
\nAssociate of Science in Small Business Operations <\/span>
\nAssociate in Science for Transfer in Business Administration<\/span><\/p>\n
\nSupervisor of Office and Administrative Support Worker: $18.46-$27.24 <\/span>
\nExecutive Secretary and Executive Administrative Assistant: $29.52-$38.38 <\/span><\/p>\nChemistry<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nChemical Technician: $21.58-$28.01<\/span>
\nRespiratory Therapist: $45.43-$56.98 <\/span><\/p>\nChild Development<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Associate Teacher Permit Coursework <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Administration and Leadership of Early Childhood\u00a0Education Programs <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Infant and Toddler Care and Education <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Curriculum in Early Childhood Education <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Special Needs Early Care and Education <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Trauma Informed Practitioner<\/span>
\n Certificate of Achievement in Early Childhood Education <\/span>
\nAssociate in Science for Transfer in Early Childhood Education <\/span><\/p>\n
\n Preschool Teacher (except Special Education): $17.54-21.21 <\/span>
\nElementary School Teacher (except Special Education): $17.54-21.21<\/span><\/p>\nCommunication Studies<\/h3>\n
\nEditor: $29.36-$37.42
\nPublic Relations Specialists: $52.06-$63.47
\nTraining and Development Specialists: $57.83-$75.26
\nAdvertising and Promotions Manager: $58.58-$72.72
\nTechnical Writer: $36.46-$49.54<\/p>\nComputer Science\/Computer Networking <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Game Design <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Web Design Certificate of Achievement in Computer Applications Support Specialist\u00a0(Basic) <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Computer Applications Support Specialist\u00a0(Advanced) <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Information Technology (Basic) <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Information Technology (Advanced) <\/span>
\nAssociate of Science in Computer Applications Support Specialist <\/span>
\nAssociate of Science in Information Technology <\/span>
\nAssociate in Science for Transfer in Computer Science <\/span><\/p>\n
\nComputer Systems Analyst: $47.29-$61.24 <\/span>
\nNetwork and Computer Systems Administrator: $44.63-$58.67<\/span><\/p>\nConstruction Pre-Apprenticeship (Noncredit) <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nHelpers-Carpenters: $22.48-$28.26 <\/span>
\nHelpers-Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers: $17.76-$22.03 <\/span><\/p>\nDrama <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nArt, Drama, and Music Teacher (Postsecondary): $28.17-$37.42<\/span><\/p>\nDrone Operations (Noncredit) <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCamera\u00a0<\/span>Operators, Television, Video, and Film: $26.08-$27.72 <\/span>
\nProduction Workers: $17.43-$21.06 <\/span><\/p>\nElectrical\/Instrumentation Technology <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCertificate of Achievement in Instrumentation Technology <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Transit Electrical Technology <\/span>
\nAssociate of Science in Electrical Technology <\/span>
\nAssociate of Science in Instrumentation Technology <\/span><\/p>\n
\nElectrical and Electronic Installer and Repairers: $26.34-$42.95 Electrician: $28.71-$43.61<\/span><\/p>\nEmergency Medical Services <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCollege Skills Certificate in Emergency Medical Services Recertification <\/span><\/p>\n
\nEmergency Medical Technician: $17.19-$20.60 <\/span>
\nMedical and Clinical Laboratory Technician: $26.64-$36.96 <\/span><\/p>\nEngineering <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nElectronics Engineer (except computers): $49.39-$62.16 <\/span>
\nElectrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians: $28.59-$35.68 <\/span><\/p>\nEnglish <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCertificate of Achievement in Creative Writing <\/span>
\nCertificate of Achievement in Hip-Hop Studies <\/span><\/p>\nEnglish as a Second Language\u00a0(Non-Credit 1-2 semesters) <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCertificate of Competency\u00a0Foundational Grammar for General Communication\u00a0 <\/span>
\nCertificate of Competency\u00a0Essential Pronunciation and Conversation <\/span>
\nCertificate of Competency\u00a0Fundamental Writing Skills\u00a0 <\/span>
\nCertificate of Competency\u00a0Intermediate English for College and Career Success\u00a0 <\/span>
\nCertificate of Competency\u00a0Advanced English for Academic and Professional\u00a0Advancement Skills <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate\u00a0Basic Vocabulary and Reading Development <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate\u00a0Foundational Grammar for General Communication <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate\u00a0Essential Pronunciation and Conversation <\/span>
\nCollege Skills Certificate\u00a0Fundamental Writing Skills College Skills
\n<\/span>Certificate\u00a0Intermediate English for College and Career Success College Skills <\/span>
\nCertificate\u00a0Advanced English for Academic and Professional<\/span><\/p>\nEthnic Studies <\/span><\/h3>\n
Fire Academy <\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCertificate of Achievement in Fire Academy <\/span><\/p>\nFire Technology <\/span><\/h3>\n