The Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Studies is targeted primarily toward adult learners serving in business, industry, labor, government, non-profit, and educational settings. Career possibilities include adult educator, secondary school teacher, community college instructor, director of career and technical programs, vocational/occupational training instructor, Peace Corps trainer, guidance counselor, and corporate trainer. A major thrust is the development of qualified leadership personnel to serve professional education programs in public and private education as well as related human resource development programs in California and the nation. Each option within the degree is designed to facilitate professional growth to enable graduates to assume advanced and/or leadership roles in their careers. Two options are available:
The option in Transition Services prepares students for professional positions in secondary and postsecondary occupational special education, rehabilitative services, and related adult services. Students develop competencies as educational and human resource development specialists in transition services for individuals with disabilities. Click here to see goals specific to this option.
The option in Vocational Arts is designed for individuals seeking professional advancement, and leadership roles in their professions, as well as for teachers in employment-related educational programs in the fields of adult education and career and technical education. Students may apply courses in this option toward the California Designated Subjects Teaching Credential in Adult Education and/or in Career and Technical Education (CTE). Click here to see goals specific to this option.
If you have specific questions about the degree options, please contact an advisor directly. Advisors are assigned by the first letter of your family name. Click here to see goals specific to this option.
