2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Consumer Services Certificate of Achievement


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The Consumer Services program prepares students for a wide variety of employment opportunities that link the consumer, business, and government and improve communication among all three groups. This includes acting in a responsible manner to consumer problems and trends and providing information so that the consumer can use the products and services of a company correctly and with maximum benefits.

This program offers coursework for professional improvement and retraining as well as core courses to be utilized as transfer courses for students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in programs involving Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics, Business/Credit Counseling, or Consumer Affairs.

Program Student Learning Outcomes


Students who complete this program will be able to:

  • Identify and analyze current research on a consumer topic.
  • Identify and demonstrate an awareness and appreciation for different cultures, traditions and their impact on consumer behaviors.
  • Demonstrate competence in dealing with consumer complaints.

Required Courses


Total Units for the Certificate: 23-24


Specialty Area 1- Foods and Nutrition


Specialty Area 2 - Interior Design


Specialty Area 3 - Fashion


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