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Woman in Front of Her Computer
The Associate in Science degree in General Business provides a solid overview of business fundamentals and can prepare students for entry-level work in various industries. Students choose an emphasis area allowing them to tailor this degree to their individual interests. Once completed, students will have the problem solving, communication, and creative skills needed to thrive in the business world.
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by David Gray in Computer Science Information Technology (CSIT), Online Programs
Video Gaming
Computer Science is the study and design of computer systems: both hardware and software. Computer scientists are primarily concerned with the design of algorithms, languages, hardware architectures, systems software, applications software and tools. Emphasis in the Computer Science program is placed on the ability to solve problems and think independently. The program offers a foundation in data structures, computer architecture, software design, algorithms, programming languages, and object-oriented programming. This program also introduces students to the video game industry, video game design and programming. See a Counselor for additional university transfer requirements in this major.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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CSCI 112 Programming Fundamentals I | 4 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSCI 114 Programming Fundamentals II | 4 | Fall, Spring | CSCI 112 |
CSCI 210 Data Structures | 4 | Fall, Spring | CSCI 114 |
CSCI 212 Machine Organization and Assembly Language | 4 | Fall, Spring | CSCI 114 |
CSCI 222 C++ and Object-Oriented Programming | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | CSCI 114 |
CSCI 160 Overview of the Video Game Industry | 4 | Spring | None |
CSCI 161 Video Game Design | 4 | Fall | None |
CSCI 260 Video Game Programming I | 3 | Spring | CSCI 222 |
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by Kelly Helming in Computer Science Information Technology (CSIT), Online Programs
Cybersecurity
This program prepares students for a career in cybersecurity as a Cybersecurity Analyst. The program emphasizes competency in computer, network and application security for ensuring the security, confidentiality, integrity and availability of enterprise computing and information systems infrastructure. Students will develop skills in risk and vulnerability management as well as learn competencies in cyber defense and penetration testing strategies.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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CSNT 110 Hardware and O.S. Fundamentals | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSNT 111 Networking Fundamentals | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSIT 125 Computer Information Systems | Fall, Spring | None | |
CSCI 130 Linux Fundamentals | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSIT 175 Python Programming | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSNT 181 Hacker Prevention /Security | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSNT 250 Cyber Defense and Analysis | 3 | Fall | CSNT 181 |
CSNT 255 Ethical Hacking Principles | 3 | Spring | CSNT 181 |
CSNT 280 Computer Forensics Fundamentals | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
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by Kelly Helming in Computer Science Information Technology (CSIT), Online Programs
Web Design and Development
Web Design and Development is a series of courses that bind both Website Design and Website Programming to produce quality information for an organization. Web professionals that do both design and programming are generally employed in small-to-midsize businesses that need their employees to have a wide range of skills to implement a businesses Web presence.
Key areas of focus in this degree are: Web Page Design and Layout; Web Graphics; Design of Applications for Mobile Devices; Web Accessibility; HTML; Cascading Style Sheets (CSS); JavaScript/jQuery; Ajax, Social Media and server-side development languages, such as PHP or ASP.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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BUS 152 Social Media for Business | 3 | Fall | None |
CSWB 110 Web Site Development with HTML5/CSS3 | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSWB 120 JavaScript and jQuery | 3 | Fall, Summer | CSWB 110 |
CSWB 135 Advanced JavaScript and Mobile Apps | 3 | Spring | CSWB 120 |
CSWB 150 PHP with MySQL | 3 | Spring | None |
GCMW 102 Web Page Layout I | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
GCMW 202 Web Page Layout II | 3 | Spring | GCMW 102 |
GCMW 232 Web Accessibility Design | 1 | Contact Department | None |
GCMW 154 Preparing Web Graphics | 1 | Contact Department | None |
BUS 155 Marketing | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
GCMW 115 Web Page Layout/Word Press | 2 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
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by Kelly Helming in Computer Science Information Technology (CSIT), Online Programs
Coding and Programming
The Web Development Certificate of Achievement prepares students for entry level positions as Web Developers.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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CSWB 120 JavaScript and jQuery | 3 | Fall, Summer | None |
CSWB 150 PHP with MySQL | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
Group 1 (Choose 1) |
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CSWB 110 Web Site Development with HTML5/CSS3 | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSIT 150 Introduction to SQL | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
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Always wanted to learn Italian but couldn’t fit it into your schedule? Here’s your chance to start your journey to Italy now! Complete your language requirement, AA in Italian or Certificate of Achievement completely online with no on-campus meetings. Each Italian course – ITAL 101, 102, 201, and 202 – will be offered sequentially, online, and in eight-weeks during one academic year. Italian is a zero cost textbook program. That means that all course materials will be provided free of charge for all Italian courses. Each course includes flexible weekly deadlines so assignments can be submitted around your schedule.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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Italian (ITAL) 101 | 5 | FALL (Fast track one) | None |
Italian (ITAL) 102 | 5 | FALL (Fast track two) | ITAL 101 |
Italian (ITAL) 201 | 5 | SPRING (Fast track one) | ITAL 102 |
Italian (ITAL) 202 | 5 | SPRING (Fast track two) | ITAL 201 |
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by Kelly Helming in Computer Science Information Technology (CSIT), Online Programs
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Computer Information Systems (CIS): Data Analytics is a series of courses that bind both technology and business to produce quality information for an organization. CIS:Data Analytics emphasizes the technology skills to implement analytic solutions to enable educated decisions derived from data analysis of large data sets. Typical employment opportunities include data analyst, computer support specialist, user support specialist, database administrators, software testers and application development.
Key areas of focus in this degree are: Computer Information Systems; BI and Data Analytics, Computer Programming; System Development; Database Management; Social Media.
Students planning to focus on technology and computing in Information Systems are recommended to earn an A.S. in CIS: Data Analytics. This degree is ideal for students eager to break into the field of computing by earning a career technical certificate or degree while completing transferable coursework.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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Program Requirements |
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CSIT 125 Computer Information Systems | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSIT 150 Introduction to SQL | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSIT 225 Introduction to Data Analytics | 3 | Spring | None |
CSIT 226 Data Visualization | 3 | Spring | None |
CSIT 230 Data Modeling | 3 | Fall | None |
MATH 120 Elementary Statistics | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | MATH 56 or 60/transfer acceptability: CSU; UC |
Group 1 (Choose 1) |
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CSIT 145 Introduction to Programming Using Java* | 3 | Summer | None |
CSIT 180 C# Programming I | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSIT 175 Python Programming | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSCI 112 Programming Fundamentals I | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
Group 2 (Choose 1) |
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CSWB 110 Web Site Development with HTML5/CSS3 | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
JOUR 200 Mastering Social Media | 3 | Summer Intersession | None |
BUS 152 Social Media for Business | 3 | Fall | None |
CSIT 165 R Programming | 3 | Spring | None |
*Not offered online. |
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by Kelly Helming in Computer Science Information Technology (CSIT), Online Programs
Management Information Systems (MIS) is a series of courses that bind both business and technology to produce quality information for an organization. MIS professionals focus on the business side of Information Systems (IS). An MIS professional utilizes computer information systems to facilitate the decision-making of managers.
Key areas of focus in this degree are: Business Communications; Accounting; Economics; Business Law; Statistics; Mathematics; Computer Information Systems; Computer Programming; Systems Analysis and Design; Database Management Systems; Data Communications, and Security.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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CSIT 105 Computer Concepts and Applications | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSIT 125 Computer Information Systems | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | CSIT 105 |
BUS 117 Legal Environment of Business | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
BUS 204 Quantitative Business Analysis or | 4 | Fall, Spring | MATH 56 or 60** |
MATH 120 Elementary Statistics or | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | MATH 56 or 60 or MATH 54** |
PSYC 205/SOC 205 Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | 4 | MATH 56 or 60** | |
BUS 205 Business Communication | 3 | Fall, Spring | ENG 100 |
MATH 130* Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | MATH 110 or MATH 126** |
ACCT 201 Financial Accounting | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
ACCT 202 Managerial Accounting | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | ACCT 101 |
ECON 101 Principles of Economics (Macro) | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | MATH 56 or 60** |
ECON 102 Principles of Economics (Micro) | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | MATH 56 or 60** |
Group 1 (Select 1 course) |
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CSCI 112 Programming Fundamentals I | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
CSIT 145* Introduction to Programming Using Java | 3 | None | |
CSIT 160* Oracle Database Management Systems | 3 | None | |
CSIT 180 C# Programming I | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSNT 111 Networking Fundamentals | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
CSWB 110 Web Site Development with HTML5/CSS3 | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
*Not offered online at this time. **or eligibility determined through the math placement process |
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by Kelly Helming in Computer Science Information Technology (CSIT), Online Programs
Computer Science is the study and design of computer systems: both hardware and software. Computer scientists are primarily concerned with the design of algorithms, languages, hardware architectures, systems software, applications software and tools. Emphasis in the Computer Science program is placed on the ability to solve problems and think independently. The program offers a foundation in data structures, computer architecture, software design, algorithms, programming languages, and object-oriented programming. See a Counselor for additional university transfer requirements in this major.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req | |||||
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CSCI 112 Programming Fundamentals I | 4 | Fall, Spring | None | |||||
CSCI 114 Programming Fundamentals I | 4 | Fall, Spring | CSCI 112 | |||||
CSCI 210 Data Structures | 4 | Fall, Spring | CSCI 114 | |||||
CSCI 212 Machine Organization and Assembly Language | 4 | Fall, Spring | CSCI 114 | |||||
CSCI 222 C++ and Object-Oriented Programming | 4 | Fall, Spring, Summer | CSCI 114 | |||||
Electives* (Choose 2) | ||||||||
CSCI 230 Java GUI Programming | 3 | Spring | CSCI 114 | |||||
CSCI 235 Android Development | 3 | Fall | CSCI 114 | |||||
*Only these electives are currently available online (see Catalog for additional options.) |
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The Associate in Science for Transfer degree in Business Administration provides students the basic functions of business including accounting, economics, business ethics, business related soft-ware applications, business communications and business statistical study. The degree prepares students for entry into an extraordinary number of academic studies such as: accounting, finance, marketing, business administration, advertising, merchandizing, banking, economics, entrepreneurial studies, health care management, hospitality management, international business, and public relations. It can also provide skills necessary for entry-level positions in the field of business [read more...]
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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ACCT 201 | 4 | Fa, Spr, Sum | None |
ACCT 202 | 4 | Fa, Spr, Sum | ACCT 201 |
ECON 101 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | Math 50 or Math 60 |
ECON 102 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | Math 50 or Math 60 |
BUS 117 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | None |
List A: Select one of the following: |
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MATH 130** | 4 | Fa, Spr, Sum | Math 110** |
MATH 120** | 4 | Fa, Spr, Sum | Math 56** |
List B: Select two of the followingor any courses from List A above that you have not already chosen |
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BUS 104 OR BUS 100 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | None |
BUS 100 OR CSIT 125 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | None |
BUS 205 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | ENG 100 |
BUS 204* | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | Math 60 |
*Must choose to transfer to CSUSM. **Not yet available online. |
Transfer Program Major: Business Administration Articulated Palomar Courses (www.assist.org): ACCT 201, ACCT 202, BUS 115/116/117, BUS 204, BUS 205.
All online courses may have an in-person orientation;
but online orientation will be available as well.
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by Kelly Helming in Library and Information Technology Program (LIT), Online Programs
The Library and Information Technology Program (LIT) at Palomar College debuted in Fall 1970 as the Library Technology Program. The first certificate was awarded in Spring 1971. Since that time the Program has successfully awarded both Certificates and Associate degrees to prepare workers for jobs in the Library industry. [read more...]
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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LT100* | 3 | Fall | None |
LT110* | 3 | Spring | None |
LT115* | 3 | Fall | None |
LT120* | 3 | Fall | None |
LT125# | 1 | Fall/Spring | None |
LT130* | 3 | Spring | None |
LT140* | 3 | Spring | None |
CSIT 105 | 3 | Fall/Spring/Summer | None |
ENG 100 or | 4 | Fall/Spring/Summer | C in ENG 50** |
BUS125 | 3 | Fall/Spring/Summer | None |
* In-person orientation scheduled but optional ** Course currently not offered online # No orientation required |
We renamed our program (Library and Information Technology Program) in 2012 to align it with changes in the library field that emphasize the links to the larger Information industry. At that time, we also changed the Associate degree from one in Arts to one in Science.
Since 2014 our core course offerings (LT prefix) have been offered exclusively online. The two required classes that are outside our department are also available as online offerings. Students can complete the required LIT coursework in any sequence and can earn a certificate in one year. Classes are offered in Fall or Spring. There are no LT classes offered during Summer session.
To learn more about career opportunities for library technicians you can consult employment resources using information about the following:
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The California Community College (CCC) Business Information Worker Pathway (BIW) sequence of classes leads directly to entry-level employment and above, across all BUSINESS sectors and prepares students/workers at the highest levels of Computer Literacy and Digital Information Literacy as well as in Customer Service and Oral and Written Business Communication.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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BUS 104 Business Information Systems OR | 3 | Fall | None |
CSIT 125 Computer Information Systems | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
BUS 142 Customer Service | 1 | Intermittently Offered | None |
BUS 165 Beginning Keyboarding | 2 | Fall, Spring | None |
BUS 170 Word for Business - Basic | 1 | Fall | None |
BUS 175 Excel Basic | 1 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
BUS 189 Beyond Outlook Essentials | 1 | Spring | None |
BUS 205 Business Communication | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | ENG 100 |
All online courses may have an in-person orientation;
but online orientation will be available as well.
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by Kelly Helming in American Indian Studies (AIS), Online Programs
The Certificate in American Indian Studies provides cultural knowledge and insight recognized by prospective employers such as state, federal, and tribal government agencies. Earning an AIS Certificate affords increased employment opportunities in such fields as archaeology, art, museums, education, social services, and resource management.
The AIS certificate gets you a great jump start to transfer requirements for CSU and UC.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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AIS 100 Introduction to American Indian Studies | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
AIS 101 The American Frontier From Colonialism to Present OR | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
AIS 102 The American Indian and the U.S. Political System | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
AIS 105 History of Native American Arts | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
AIS 125 American Indians Today | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
AIS 130/ANTH 130 Prehistoric Cultures of North America | 3 | Spring | None |
Electives (Complete a minimum of 6 units from at least two categories) |
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Group 1: Arts |
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AIS 104 The Music of Native America | 3 | Fall | None |
AIS 135 California Indian Arts | 3 | Fall, Spring | None |
AIS 145 American Indian Literature | 3 | Fall, Spring, Summer | None |
AIS 146 American Indian Theatre, Dance and Music | 3 | Spring | None |
Group 2: History |
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AIS 110 History of the Plains Indian | 3 | Intermittently offered | None |
AIS 115 A History of Southwest Indians | 3 | Spring | None |
AIS 140/ANTH 140 The Original Californians | 3 | Intermittently offered | None |
Group 3: Language* |
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AIS 107A Elementary Luiseno IA | 3 | Fall | None |
AIS 107B Elementary Luiseno IB | 3 | Spring | AIS 107A |
AIS 108A Elementary Luiseno IIA | 3 | Fall | AIS 107B |
AIS 108B Elementary Luiseno IIB | 3 | Spring | AIS 108A |
AIS 151 Elementary Cupeno IA | 3 | Intermittently offered | None |
AIS 167A Elementary Cahuilla IIA | 3 | Fall | AIS 166B |
AIS 167B Elementary Cahuilla IIB | 3 | Spring | AIS 167A |
AIS 266A Cahuilla IIIA | 3 | Intermittently offered | AIS 167B |
AIS 266B Cahuilla IIIB | 3 | Intermittently offered | AIS 266A |
Group 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences | |||
AIS 150 American Indian Philosophy and Religion | 3 | Fall | None |
AIS 165 Native Women in the Americas | 3 | Spring | None |
*Classes may be used as the two electives (but 4 are required for language credit in High School Districts- see your High School counselor for more details if applicable) |
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by Kelly Helming in Business (BUS), Online Programs, Real Estate (RE)
A Real Estate Salesperson license is required of individuals who are to be employed as salespersons under the control and supervision of a licensed real estate broker. Minimum Requirements to qualify to take the Real Estate Salesperson examination:
Age – 18 years of age or older.
Residence – Must be a legal resident of California.
Honesty – License applicants must be honest and truthful.
Education – Applicants must provide evidence of successful completion of three courses: Real Estate Principles, Real Estate Practice, and one additional elective course listed below. Completion of the Real Estate Salesperson License Preparation Certificate satisfies the California Department of Real Estate-mandated pre-license requirements.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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Requirements: | |||
RE 100 | 3 | Fall, Spr, Sum | None |
RE 115 | 3 | Fall, Spr , Sum | None |
Electives (select 3-7): | |||
ACCT 201 | 4 | Fall, Spr, Sum | None |
BUS 115 or BUS 117 | 3 | Fall, Spr, Sum | None |
RE 105 | 3 | Fall | None |
RE 110 | 3 | Fall, Sum | None |
RE 120 | 3 | Spring only Face to face class | None |
RE 140 | 3 | Fall, Spr | None |
All online courses may have an in-person orientation;
but online orientation will be available as well.
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by Kelly Helming in Business (BUS), Online Programs, Real Estate (RE)
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To obtain a real estate broker license, you must first qualify for and pass a written Bureau of Real Estate examination. General program requirements:
Age: You must be 18 years of age or older to be issued a license.
Residence: Proof of Legal Presence in the United States is required. If you are not a California resident, go to www.brea.ca.gov for more information.
Honesty: Applicants must be honest and truthful. Conviction of a crime may result in the denial of a license.
Experience: A minimum of two years full-time licensed salesperson experience within the last five years or the equivalent is required. For further information, see Documenting Experience Requirements for the Broker Examination at www.brea.ca.gov.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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RE 100 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | None |
RE 105 | 3 | Fall | None |
RE 110 | 3 | Fall, Sum | None |
RE 115 | 3 | Fall, Spr, Sum | None |
RE 120 | 3 | Spring only - face to face class | None |
ACCT 201 or RE 130 | 4, or 3 | Fall, Spr | None |
All online courses may have an in-person orientation;
but online orientation will be available as well.
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by Kelly Helming in Business (BUS), Online Programs, Real Estate (RE)
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Real Estate Appraiser Trainee license is required of individuals who are to be employed as appraisers under the control and supervision of licensed or certified real estate appraisers. A license may be obtained by a person who does not immediately intend to be employed by an appraiser. However, no real estate appraisal activity may be performed unless the trainee is in the employ of a licensed or certified real estate appraiser, view more details.
Course | Units | Offered | Pre-Req |
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RE 100 | 3 | Fa, Spr, Sum | None |
RE 110 | 3 | Fa, Sum | None |
RE 111 | 3 | Spr | None |
RE 115 | 3 | Fall, Spr, Sum | None |
RE 150 | 3 | Spr | None |
All online courses may have an in-person orientation;
but online orientation will be available as well.
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