Feather River College's Quincy Campus offers a diverse range of associate degree programs, certificates, and transfer courses tailored to the needs of rural Northern California communities. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, hands-on learning, and preparation for both immediate workforce entry and transfer to four-year universities.
- Agriculture and Natural Resources: Students explore sustainable farming practices, wildlife management, forestry, and environmental science. Courses include soil science, range management, and fisheries biology, with field-based labs in the surrounding Sierra Nevada ecosystems.
- Business and Technology: Programs cover accounting, business administration, computer information systems, and office management. Key courses feature entrepreneurship, marketing principles, Microsoft Office applications, and web development fundamentals.
- Equine Studies and Rodeo: Unique to the college, this program trains students in horse husbandry, rodeo performance, equine health, and ranch operations. Offerings include horsemanship, rodeo coaching, farrier science, and veterinary assisting for large animals.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences: Core transfer courses in English composition, mathematics, history, psychology, and biology prepare students for bachelor's degrees. Humanities electives cover art appreciation, philosophy, and cultural studies.
- Health and Public Safety: Certificates in emergency medical services, fire technology, and nursing assistance address local demands. Courses include CPR certification, wildland firefighting tactics, and basic anatomy.
- Industrial and Trades: Welding, automotive technology, and construction management provide vocational training. Hands-on classes teach MIG/TIG welding, engine repair, blueprint reading, and sustainable building techniques.
- Social Sciences and Education: Programs in early childhood education, sociology, and criminal justice foster community service skills. Courses explore child development, social welfare policies, and law enforcement basics.
The campus integrates career technical education with general education, supporting over 1,500 students annually. Small class sizes ensure personalized instruction, while partnerships with local industries offer internships in agriculture, tourism, and healthcare. Online and hybrid options expand access, and the rodeo team competes nationally, blending academics with extracurriculars. This holistic approach equips graduates for careers in California's evolving economy, from renewable energy to outdoor recreation management. Faculty, many with industry experience, mentor students toward certifications like CDL for trucking or AWS for IT. Community workshops on financial literacy and leadership further enrich the educational experience, promoting lifelong learning in Plumas County and beyond.
