Southwestern College Courses

Master fundamental accounting principles, financial statements, and transaction recording methods while learning how investors and creditors use accounting information for decision-making.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master managerial accounting principles, from cost analysis and profit planning to budgeting and operational control in manufacturing organizations, enhancing decision-making skills for business success.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential concepts and practices for preparing individual, partnership, and corporate Federal and California income tax returns, including filing requirements, deductions, and tax credits.

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

Master essential computerized accounting skills and software applications to streamline business operations, from basic transactions to financial reporting for service and merchandising companies.

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

Master essential bookkeeping principles and practices, from managing ledgers and journals to processing payroll and creating financial statements for sole proprietorships.

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

Master essential payroll preparation skills, including overtime calculations, tax withholdings, journal entries, and financial statement processing for accurate record-keeping and compliance.

• California Community Colleges System
• 7 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential regulations and procedures for safe drone operation, preparing for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate exam while learning commercial sUAS piloting fundamentals.

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

Explore the African-American journey from African origins through the Civil War, examining slavery, the Atlantic slave trade, and constitutional impacts on citizenship.

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

Explore African American history from the Civil War to present, examining cultural impact, constitutional rights, and social movements that shaped modern America.

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

Explore the rich journey of African-American culture from African roots to modern U.S., examining family life, politics, education, religion, and artistic expressions through historical and social lenses.

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

Explore ethical practices in government, justice systems, and institutions while examining societal influences on professional conduct and decision-making in law enforcement.

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

Explore the criminal justice system's foundations, including law enforcement agencies, career paths, crime theories, and professional ethics in this comprehensive overview.

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

Explore the U.S. correctional system's operations, trends, and institutional practices at county, state, and federal levels, including on-site visits and correctional staff roles.

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

Master fundamental principles of criminal law, including historical development, constitutional provisions, legal definitions, case methodology, and practical applications in the justice system.

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

Master the constitutional foundations and rules of evidence admissibility in court, including judicial decisions, individual rights interpretation, and practical case study analysis.

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