West Valley College Courses

Master medical terminology through disease classifications, clinical procedures, and laboratory tests while exploring anatomical terms and body system abbreviations.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore essential medical ethics and legal principles, from bio-ethical issues to malpractice prevention, while examining current healthcare professional responsibilities and liabilities.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 2 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master effective healthcare communication techniques while learning to address diverse patient needs, cultural sensitivities, and specialized care scenarios for different age groups and conditions.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 2 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the transformative ideas and cultural movements that shaped human civilization, from ancient wisdom to modern thought, integrating Western and Asian perspectives on art and society.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master the fundamentals of interior design, exploring its history, career paths, and professional opportunities while discovering various specialties and disciplines within this creative field.

• California Community Colleges System
• 5 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential techniques for selecting, specifying, and estimating costs of interior design materials and finishes while learning industry standards, codes, and professional application methods.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential building systems for interior environments, from floors and ceilings to HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and acoustics. Practice research techniques while learning about safety and comfort features.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master sustainable design principles and explore environmentally responsible practices through research of local and global case studies. Evaluate green products, components, and construction methods for environmental impact.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the specialized techniques and criteria for rehabilitating historic buildings, focusing on interior design preservation, restoration methods, and qualification standards.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the evolution of interior design, furniture, and decorative arts from ancient times to today, understanding how cultural and historical forces shaped visual aesthetics.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master residential interior design principles and create professional design documents, from concept development to scaled drawings, specifications, and models for functional living spaces.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master commercial interior design methods for offices and public spaces, focusing on finishes, furnishings, and detailed planning while developing professional documentation and presentation skills.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master the art of design detailing through hands-on practice creating detailed drawings and documentation for interior design projects, building essential skills for professional project execution.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential Italian language skills through immersive communication practice, cultural insights, and hands-on activities focused on speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension fundamentals.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 5 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential Italian language skills through progressive grammar, conversation practice, and cultural insights while developing past tense narration and command expressions.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 5 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course