Visual, Performing, and Entertainment Arts Pathway
This pathway offers a diverse array of programs designed to cultivate artistic talent, foster creativity, and prepare students for careers in various fields within the visual and performing arts, as well as entertainment industries. Students can explore programs in disciplines including Fine Arts, Music, Theater Arts, Cinema/Television, Graphic Design, and Game Art. Each program is tailored to provide students with a comprehensive education that balances artistic expression, technical skill development, and real-world application.
Visual, Performing, and Entertainment Arts Programs
| Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animation - Foundation | C | |||
| Applied Photography | AA | |||
| Art - General | AA | |||
| Art History | AA-T | |||
| Arts Graphic Communication | C | |||
| Digital Photography | SC | |||
| Game Art & Design Foundation | C | |||
| Game Art & Design Production | C | |||
| Graphic Design | AA | |||
| Illustration | C | |||
| Photography: Digital | C | |||
| Photography: Photojournalism | C | |||
| Studio Arts | AA-T |
| Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginning Cinema & Television Production | SC | |||
| Cinema / Video Production | C | |||
| Cinema Directing | C | |||
| Cinema Producing | C | |||
| Cinema Production | AA | C | ||
| Cinematography | C | |||
| Entertainment Industry: Production Assistant | C | |||
| Film, Television, and Electronic Media | AS-T | |||
| Screenwriting | C | |||
| Television Production | AA |
| Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cinema Post Production | C | |||
| Journalism | AA-T | AA | ||
| Liberal Arts: Performing and Visual Arts | AA | |||
| Sound for Film | C | |||
| Unscripted Television Production | C |
| Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costume Design Level 1 | C | |||
| Costume Design Level 2 | C | |||
| Professional Actor Training - Level 1 | C | |||
| Professional Actor Training - Level 2 | C | |||
| Professional Actor Training - Level 3 | C | |||
| Technical Theater Level 1 | C | |||
| Technical Theater Level 2 | C | |||
| Theater (Technical) Design and Production - CalArts Pathway | AA | |||
| Theater Academy Acting | AA | |||
| Theatre Arts | AA-T |
| Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instrumental Performer | C | |||
| Music | AA-T | AA | ||
| Music Songwriting and Composition | C | |||
| Music Technology | C | |||
| Vocal Performer | C |
AS: Associate of Science, AS-T: Associate of Science Transfer, AA: Associate of Art, AA-T: Associate of Art Transfer, C: Certificate, SC: Skill Certificate
*: This program has additional requirements. View the program page for more information.
Meet Your Success Team
Shemei Chou
Shemei Chou earned her BA in Psychology with a minor in Education-Applied Psychology from UC Santa Barbara. She then received her MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hope International University.
Prior to working as the Performing Arts & Visual Arts counselor, Shemei supported students in the Basic Needs programs and CTE Career Lab. Counseling is one of her passions because she can journey alongside her students and celebrate their success. In her spare time, Shemei enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, writing calligraphy, serving at her church, and spending time with friends and family.
chous@laccd.edu
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More about Degrees and Certificates
- An Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree provides knowledge and skills for employment or further study in a chosen field.
- An Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree is for students interested in transferring to schools within the California State University (CSU) system to earn a bachelor’s degree.
- A Certificate of Achievement (C) is approved by the state and prepares students to enter the workforce.
- A Skills Certificate (SC) is issued by the department and prepares students to enter the workforce.
- A Noncredit Certificate (CN) is for students who want to acquire employment, transition to college, and/or explore pathways leading to a career.