Innovative Programs & Resources
Innovative programs are courses offered in a nontraditional manner, interactive television classes, field study, gallery study, and industry driven skills. Programs to help you succeed in college and beyond.
New Programs & Certificates
Sierra College will develop curriculum, identify faculty, and work with partners to build lab training facilities. Students will learn essential safety skills, construction skills, and the fundamentals of photovoltaic system installation and maintenance. The training will qualify graduates for employment by the Sacramento area’s private photovoltaic companies, homebuilders, government, and electric utility companies.
Nutrition & Fitness Trainer Certificate 
There is a great need for qualified nutrition/ fitness professionals locally. Take just six courses (18 units), which you can complete in two semesters, and have a new career! This certificate can lead to entry-level jobs as a fitness specialist at local area health clubs.
For more information see our brochure (.pdf) or call (916) 789-2851, or e-mail mmukutmoni@sierracollege.edu
Also for your personal health:
Nutrition and Life Fitness
Interactive course combining fundamental nutrition principles and fitness concepts. Includes personal dietary and body composition analyses and emphasizes habits of a healthy lifestyle. (Nutr./FoodSci 4 or P.E. 4)
A Virtual Office Professional is an independent entrepreneur providing administrative, creative and/or technical services. Using advanced technological modes of communication and data delivery, a professional Virtual Office Professional assists clients from their own office on a contractual basis.
Fall 2008 New Courses
Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics
- Ballet Introduction
- Backpacking
- Beginning Rock Climbing
- Flag Football
- Introduction to Meditation
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Wilderness Survival
Ongoing Courses & Resources
Career and Technical Education
The Career and Technical Education Programs at Sierra College are designed to equip students with career skills in one to two years or help prepare them for transfer and more advanced study. Find out more …
Mechatronics
Mechatronics is a skill set which integrates electric, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical skills, all under computer control. Certification takes two years and jobs include underwater robots, ski lifts, semi-conductor processing equipment, bio-medical equipment repair, traffic control and lighting, HVAC, automotive technicians, automated consumer equipment, casino equipment, and more.
Find out more …
Academic Foundations Program
A program that will help you succeed in college and beyond. You will build skill level and knowledge in reading, writing, math, ESL, basic computer applications, and finding, retrieving, and evaluating information.
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Field Trips
Sierra College has long had an outstanding field trip program. Nearly 20 natural science field trips are scheduled for each semester, and several photography field trips. Learn more about California with a knowledgeable and experienced Sierra College instructor.
Fire Technology & Firefighter Academy
The Fire Technology program prepares
students for careers in the fire service, provides educational opportunities
for those currently employed within the fire service, and provides
educational training opportunities for volunteer persons.
The Ghidotti Early College High School (ECHS) at Sierra College - Nevada County Campus
"Our mission is to provide a rigorous, focused learning environment through a small, personalized academic program that bridges the divide between high school and college and makes higher education more accessible by reducing financial barriers..." More information on their webpages.
Astronomy Department's Robotic Observatory at NCC
With a Celestron 11" SCT telescope, CCD camera, video monitoring, All Sky camera and remote image acquisition and telescope control, this new observatory is used for Astronomy classes, continuing education and "Star Parties" in the Grass Valley area. More at the Astronomy web pages.
Pharmacy Technician Training Program
Offered through our Community Education Program, the Pharmacy Technician Training Program trains students for the increased pharmaceutical needs of a larger, older population. Growth in this occupation will be almost as fast as the average for all others in the state.
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May 7, 2008
