Spanish for Non-Heritage Speakers: AA Degree
The purpose of this program is for students to learn Spanish as a first or second language so they can communicate successfully with the Spanish-speaking world, and understand and appreciate the Hispanic cultures. The student is highly encouraged to meet with a full-time member of the Spanish Department to determine the appropriate emphasis for this degree.
Career Opportunities
Bilingual: Teacher, Professor, Transcriber, Sales Representative, Customer Service Representative, Online Web Publisher, Medical/Health Worker, Realtor, IRS/Franchise Tax Board, Social Services-Caseworker, Community Outreach Services, Human Resource Specialist. In Business: International Relations Consultant, International Business Personnel, Foreign Exchange Trader, Publishing Specialist, Foreign Correspondent, Foreign Publications/Textbook Editor, Research Assistant, Importer/Exporter, Translator/Interpreter, International Account Manager, International Banking Officer, Airlines Personnel, Public Relations. In Culture/Tourism: Cultural Events Coordinator, Travel Agent, Translator/Interpreter, Guide. In Government: National Security Agent, Immigration Officer, Court Interpreter, UNESCO Official, Peace Corps, Translator/Interpreter, FBI Agent, Foreign Diplomat Missionary, Foreign Service Officer.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Communicate orally and in writing in Spanish in real life situations.
- Read and comprehend Spanish at levels commensurate with those of students seeking a degree in Spanish
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Understand the Hispanic cultures, through the study of their history, literature, arts, contributions of prominent figures, and foreign travel.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (20-21 units) | ||
| SPAN-120 | Elementary Spanish I | 5-6 |
| or SPAN-110 & SPAN-111 | Elementary Spanish I (Part A) and Elementary Spanish I (Part B) | |
| SPAN-121 | Elementary Spanish II | 5 |
| SPAN-240 | Intermediate Spanish I | 5 |
| SPAN-241 | Intermediate Spanish II | 5 |
| Required Electives (3 units) | ||
| Complete 1 course from the following: | 3-5 | |
| First Semester Spoken Spanish | ||
| Second Semester Spoken Spanish | ||
| Introduction to Hispanic Literature | ||
| Occupational Spanish | ||
| First Semester American Sign Language | ||
| Second-Semester American Sign Language | ||
| First Semester French | ||
| Second Semester French | ||
| First Semester Italian | ||
| Second Semester Italian | ||
| Elementary Japanese I | ||
| Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Mesoamerican Archaeology | ||
| Linguistic Anthropology | ||
| Advanced Composition and Critical Thinking About Literature | ||
| History of Modern Latin America | ||
| Total Units | 23-26 | |
To receive an Associate Degree, students must complete 60 degree applicable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0. Students must also complete the NVC General Education pattern to earn an Associate degree. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.