Pathways for Your Education

Our variety of programs and courses give you opportunities to earn an Associate Degree or a Certificate in a high-demand career. You can also prepare to transfer to a four-year college or university. Our guided pathways make it easier than ever to prepare for a career. We offer studies in:

• Arts, Language and Communication
• Business
• Exploratory
• Health and Wellness
• Society and Education
• Technology and Science

Our transfer pathway system provides smooth sailing into four-year institutions like California State University Channel Islands, California State University Northridge, University of California Santa Barbara, University of California Los Angeles, and more. 

Our career and certification programs include Nursing, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic Studies, Registered Veterinary Technician, Diesel Mechanics, Automotive Career Education, Welding, Construction Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Architecture, Bookkeeping, Administrative Assistant, Medical Coding, Business Management and more. Everyone is welcome to attend Ventura College where low-cost, high-quality education is accessible to all.

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Supporting Your Success

Everyone is Supported

Aside from our 19 award-winning athletic sports and more than 35 special interest
clubs, VC has specialized programs to help you succeed. Student Services provides Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS), Disability Services (DSPS), the Student Health Center, Financial Aid, Basic Needs, and the VC Pirate Pantry, along with services for veterans, foster youth, undocumented students, working parents, and more.

Academic Counseling

Not sure what classes to take?  Our counselors will help you plan your courses and will talk you through your goals and plans. 

Tutoring

Worried about succeeding in college? Don't worry! You'll have access to FREE tutoring while taking classes at Ventura College.

Textbook & Laptop Lending

Worried about the cost of college? We have laptops and textbooks you can borrow, FREE of charge. We also offer hundreds of Zero Textbook-Cost (ZTC) classes every year.

Internship Opportunities

We’ve partnered with some amazing companies in our community – including Gibbs International, Haas Automation, Community Memorial Hospital, Toyota, and Ventura County Superior Court – to give you access to incredible internship programs.