Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree in Environmental Resource Management and Pollution Prevention

De Anza College

In this career-oriented program, students are trained in the interrelated fields of environmental resource management (sustainable multiple-use management of our fundamental environmental resources – air, water, land, food and extracted materials) and pollution prevention. The training received is multidisciplinary, covering the areas of law and regulation, public health, economics and science and technology, and includes coursework covering a variety of practical management tools that employers look for. Upon completion, students are prepared for either employment as environmental management or pollution prevention specialists (in a wide range of positions and settings, including working for business, government and nonprofit organizations) or for transfer to four-year degree programs in Environmental Studies or related majors. This degree is the last step in a career ladder with the first step being a Certificate of Achievement and the second being a Certificate of Achievement-Advanced.

Biological, Health and Environmental Sciences Division