Programs
The Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University center is a unique district facility whose partner universities provide credentials, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees right here in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Over 4,168 students have graduated from programs offered by the University Center partners.
There are four partner universities currently in the University Center
1. University of LaVerne
2. National University
3. Arizona State University
4. CSU Dominguez Hills - Coming Soon!
There are 24 degree programs
* 11 Bachelor's degrees
* 9 Master's degrees
* 2 Master's degrees with Credentials
* 1 Credential program
* 1 Doctorate program
Scroll down to view all University Center partner institutions, and click on the program
information link to visit their Web sites.
National University
Ryan McGill-- Center Director, Rmcgill@nu.edu
(818) 932-2461
Schedule an appointment today!
PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Arts in Sport Psychology
Information
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Information
Bachelor of Science Clinical Lab Science
Information
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
Information coming soon
Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies
Information
Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Information
Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis
Information
Master of Criminal Justice
Information
University of LaVerne
Administration
Susan Lomeli, Director
slomeli@laverne.edu
(818) 295-6504
Deanna Lazaro Schwartz, Admissions Counselor
dlazaro-schwartz@laverne.edu
(818) 295-6508
Deanna Williams, Academic Advisor III
dwilliams4@laverne.edu
(661) 288-4434
Sam Ketenjian, Administrative Assistant II
sketenjian@laverne.edu
(661) 362-5876
Business Programs and Educational Studies Program
Deanna Williams, Academic Advisor III
dwilliams4@laverne.edu
(661) 288-4434
Program: Undergraduate and Graduate Business Programs
Child Development Program and Accounting
Annette Boghokian, Academic Advisor
aboghokian@laverne.edu
(818) 295-6505
Education Programs
Judy Henson
jhenson@laverne.edu
(909) 448-4992
Educational Counseling Masters
Daisy Valdez
dvaldez@laverne.edu
(714) 505-6939
PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting
Information
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
Information
Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies
Information
Bachelor of Science in Child Development
Information
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management
Information
Master of Business Administration for Experienced Professionals (MBAX)
Information
Master of Science in Special Education Studies
Information
Master of Science in Educational Counseling with concentration in School Based Family
Counseling
Information
Master of Science in Leadership Management
Information
Master of Science in Educational Counseling with Pupil Personnel Services Credential
Information
Doctoral Program in Organizational Leadership
Information
Master of Arts:Teaching with the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Information
Master of Arts: Teaching with the Single Subject Teaching Credential
Information
Credential -- Mild-Moderate Education Specialist Preliminary Credential
Information
Arizona State
Coming Soon!
CSU Dominguez Hills
Coming Soon!
Advanced Safety and Health Certificate
More information will be available soon!
TEACH
Gina Peterson, TEACH Program Coordinator, TEACH@Canyons.edu 661-362-3731
Program Information: If you are interested in becoming a teacher, the TEACH Program at College of the Canyons is here to guide you along your pathway. TEACH is a specialized support system designed to prepare the next generation of future educators. TEACH offers academic and career advisement, career exploration, and contextualized learning opportunities. TEACH advisors are available to assist with scholarships and job placement, networking with industry leaders, and mapping out individualized plans for a rewarding career as a teacher. TEACH provides a variety of FREE teacher preparation services and resources including:
- Career exploration and Fieldwork opportunities in a classroom setting (TK-K and Community College)
- Professional development workshops and conferences
- Test-prep workshops for CBEST / CSET / RICA
- Support with applying for a California Teacher Permit
- Opportunities to volunteer at COC and in the Santa Clarita Community Opportunities to volunteer at COC and in the Santa Clarita Community
- Academic Advisement: Degree and Certificate options; CSU / UC Transfers; Credential pathways
Who does the TEACH Program Serve? There is a significant teacher shortage in California and TEACH provides services to high school and college students, as well as community members who want to teach.
USEFUL LINKS
- Information on CBEST exams: www.cbest.nesinc.com
- Information on CSET exams: www.cset.nesinc.com