Fast
Facts
2013
College Overview
Rio Hondo College is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2012-2013. Since
students first enrolled for the 1963-64 academic year, approximately 1,000,000
students have been served by the college. More than 20,000 students enroll
each semester in a wide variety of transfer preparation as well as career and
technical programs.
Today, more than 1,000 employees, including faculty members, counselors
and staff, help students reach their educational goals. Students may select
from among 52 associate degree programs and 53 certificate programs
of study. AccessRIO, a state-of-the-art electronic student records and
registration system permits students to take care of their student-related
business on their schedules. A multi-modal emergency notification system is
in place.
ASSOCIATE DEGREES
Accounting
Administration of Justice
Advanced Engine Performance
Alternative Energy Technology
Alternative Fuels & Advanced
Transportation Technology
Animation
Architecture
Architectural Design & Drawing
Art
Automotive Collision Repair
& Painting
Automotive Technology
Fire Technology
Biology
Business Administration
BUSINESS
• Management and Supervision
Business Marketing
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
• Computer Systems (Option)
International Business
Logistics Management
Chicano Studies
Child Development
Civil Design Technology
Computer Information Technology
Communication Studies for Transfer
Corrections
Drug Studies
Electronics Technology
Engineering Design Drafting
English and Literature
Environmental Science
Environmental Technology
GENERAL STUDIES
• Emphasis in Arts and Human
Expression
• Emphasis in Science and
Mathematics
• Emphasis in Social Behavior &
Self-Development
• Emphasis in Social Sciences
Heavy Equipment Maintenance
Honda Professional Career Training
Program Specialization (PACT)
MASS COMMUNICATIONS
• Mass Media
• Print Media
Mathematics for Transfer
Music
NURSING
• Associate Degree Nursing (RN)
• Vocational Nursing
• Psychiatric Technician
Philosophy
Photography
Psychology for Transfer
Small Business Management
Sociology for Transfer
Theatre Arts
Welding Technology
Wildland Fire Technology
Certificate Programs
CERTIFICATES OF
ACHIEVEMENT
Accounting
Alternative Energy Technology
Alternative Fuels & Advanced
Transportation Technology
Architectural Design & Drawing Technician
Automotive Collision Repair &
Painting
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
• Advanced Engine Performance
• Advanced Engine Performance Technician
• Brake and Suspension Service
• Diesel Fuel and Emission Systems
• Engine Repair
• General Automotive Service
• General Service Technician
• Transmission Service
BUSINESS
• International Business
• Retail Management
• Management and Supervision
Business Marketing
Child Development
• Preschool Teacher
Civil Design Technology
Civil Design & Drawing
• Surveying, Mapping & Drawing
Computer Information Technology
• Computer Systems
• Microcomputer Specialist
Drug Studies
Electronics Technology
Engineering Design Drafting
– Technician
Environmental Technology
Fire Technology
Fitness Specialist
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Specialist
Logistics Management
Mass Communications
• Mass Media Specialization
• Print Media Specialization
NURSING
• Vocational Nursing
Small Business/Entrepreneurism
Welding Technology
Wildland Fire Technology
CAREER
CERTIFICATES
Forensic Identification
NURSING
• Certified Nurse Assistant Acute Care
• Home Health Aide
• Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification Training Course
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
• Athletic Trainer’s Aide
POLICE ACADEMY
• Basic Police Training
CERTIFICATES OF
SKILL PROFICIENCY
Computerized Accounting
Emergency Medical Technician
Game Development
Geographic Information Systems
• Focus Area: Facilities Management
• Focus Area: Crime Mapping
• Focus Area: Environmental
Technology
Human Services
Income Tax Preparer
In 2012, Rio Hondo College awarded 1,250 degrees and certificates of
achievement, including degrees to new members of the health care
workforce, both registered and licensed vocational nurses. Additionally, the
new Certified Nurse Assistant program provided more new employees to
help meet regional health care worker needs.
Nationally, Rio Hondo College ranks 87th on the “Top 100” list of Associate
Degrees awarded in all disciplines to minority students; 39th for degrees
awarded to Hispanic students, 29th on the “Top 50” list of colleges awarding
Associate Degrees in homeland security, law enforcement, firefighting and
related protective services..
The College fields 16 intercollegiate athletic teams, and is home to an
active student government organization which supports a vibrant college
environment and sponsors an eclectic assortment of clubs and interest groups.
Now entering the final phase of a major $245 million facilities bond
construction program, Rio Hondo College is prepared to better serve
students in contemporary and technologically advanced learning
environments. New satellite educational centers in South Whittier and El
Monte will bring essential college classes to the more remote parts in the
College service area.
(over)
Board of Trustees
Angela Acosta-Salazar • Norma Edith García • Gary Mendez • Vicky Santana • Madeline Shapiro
Student Trustee Member • Teresa Dreyfuss, Interim Superintendent/President
Student Profile – fall 2012
Gender
Age
Female
Male
47%
53%
Ethnic Profile
Am. Indian or
Alaskan Native
Asian or Pacific
Islander
Black Non-Hispanic
Hispanic
White Non-Hispanic
Other
0%
1%
0%
74%
3%
21%
Average Age - 27
18 & under
19 - 24
25 - 29
29 - 34
35 - 39
40 - 49
50 & over
14%
55%
13%
7%
4%
5%
2%
Mission Statement
“Rio Hondo College is a
collaborative center of lifelong
learning which provides
innovative, challenging, and
quality educational offerings
for its diverse students and
community.”
Enrollment Status - Fall 2012
Continuing Student
53%
First Time Student
20%
First Time Transfer
10%
Not Applicable (HS)
2%
Returning Rio Hondo Student
15%
Uncollected/Unreported
0%
Student Educational Goal – Fall 2012
Job Skills
8%
Educational Development
3%
Transfer
55%
Undecided on Goal
11%
AA/AS
7%
Voc Degree or Certificate
3%
4- year College Student Concurrent
4%
Uncollected/Unreported
9%
Rio Hondo College
3600 Workman Mill Road • Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 692-0921 • www.riohondo.edu
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