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The courses we offer through our Middle College program are in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) fields, providing them with early exposure to in-demand career pathways, hands-on learning experiences, and a competitive edge in high school, college, and future careers.

PLEASE NOTE: Course format, days, and times are subject to change based on the needs and availability of the Fullerton College instructors. Courses may be cancelled if enrollment cap is not met. The application period for the Fall 2026 semester is open and will close on MAY 8, 2026. These courses will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

JOURNALISM

JOURNALISM 110: Mass Media Survey

About: 54 hours lecture per term. This course provides an introduction to the mass communications media and a critical consideration of their roles in our society. Mass media under consideration in this course will include: books, newspapers, magazines, movies, radio, television, film and the Internet. Degree Credit) (CSU) (UC) AA GE, CSU GE / 3 Units

Course Format: Online

Date: 8/24 - 12/12

Seats: 27

Instructor: Kyra Kirkwood, Fullerton College Instructor

CAREERS IN THE JOURNALISM FIELD: reporter, content writer, copywriter, social media specialist, editor, news producer, public relations specialist, communications manager, broadcast journalism, photojournalist, author, and MORE!

ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE

Administration of Justice 230: Crime Scene Techniques

About: 54 hours lecture per term. This course will introduce the student to field techniques for the collection and preservation of physical evidence at the scene of the crime. The course will cover physical and testimonial evidence, scene responsibilities, processing the scene, fingerprint evidence, trace evidence, blood and bodily fluids, impression evidence, firearms evidence, dangerous drugs and clandestine laboratories, domestic abuse, elder abuse, burglaries and homicide crime scenes. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (C-ID: AJ 150) (3 units)

Course Format: Online (Asynchronous)

Date: 8/24 - 12/12

Seats: 24

Instructor: Deborah Brown, Fullerton College Instructor

CAREERS IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE FIELD: Police officer, court reporter, FBI agent, profiler, crime scene investigator, paralegal, probation officer, investigator, corrections officer, forensic science technician, crime prevention specialist, judge, court clerk, forensic psychology, and MORE!

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Computer Information Systems 200: Fundamentals of Computer Programming

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Advisory: Knowledge of elementary computer concepts

18 hours lecture per term. This course will introduce basic programming terminology, concepts, and best practices related to computer programming. Students will learn the basics of writing programs using loops, statements, variables, and functions. Additional topics will include program design, flow charting, basic computer architecture and debugging techniques. (Degree Credit) (CSU) / 3 Units

Course Format: Online

Date: TBD in the range of Aug-Dec

Seats: 18

Instructor: Stephanie Yi, Fullerton College Instructor

CAREERS IN THE COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS FIELD: Software developer, information security analyst, systems analyst, web developer, computer programmer, data analyst, information systems manager, IT consultant, App developer, network engineer, and MORE!

NUTRITION

NUTRITION AND FOODS

NUTRITION 100: Careers in Nutrition

About: 36 hours lecture per term. This course will explore careers in nutrition and foods such as dietetics, culinary arts, hospitality, and food science. Trends, future employment projections, and employment opportunities will also be emphasized.(Degree Credit) (CSU) / 2 Units

Course Format: Online

Date: AUG - DEC

Seats: 21

Instructor: TBD, Fullerton College Instructor

CAREERS IN THE NUTRITION AND FOODS FIELD: Registered dietitian, clinical dietitian, community health educator, nutritionist, public health nutritionist, sports nutritionist, pediatric dietitian, food scientist, nutrition technologist, food safety specialist, health coach, wellness coordinator, school nutrition director/manager, food service manager, and MORE!

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MUSIC

MUSIC 108: Introduction to Music Technology

About: 36 hours lecture per term. This course covers and explores the fundamental vocabulary, methods, concepts and devices used in contemporary music production and related media fields, including sound fundamentals, consumer audio equipment, personal computers and software, recording studios, electronic music, audio-visual productions, trade publications, relevant conventions, and employment opportunities.(Degree Credit) (CSU) / 2 Units

Course Format: Online

Date: AUG - DEC

Seats: 25

Instructor: TBD, Fullerton College Instructor

CAREERS IN THE MUSIC FIELD: Music producer, sound engineer, live sound technician, music composer, songwriter, music editor, studio manager, podcast producer/editor, audio-visual technician, media composer, music teacher and MORE!

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