Highline College offers a diverse array of programs designed to meet the educational needs of a wide range of students, from recent high school graduates to working adults seeking career advancement. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, transfer opportunities to four-year universities, and workforce development in high-demand fields.
- Business and Management: Courses cover accounting principles, business administration, entrepreneurship, marketing strategies, and human resources management. Students learn financial analysis, project management, and ethical decision-making through hands-on simulations and case studies.
- Health Sciences: Programs include nursing (associate degree), medical assisting, dental hygiene assisting, and allied health certificates. Training focuses on patient care, anatomy, pharmacology, and clinical practicums in local healthcare facilities.
- Information Technology: Offerings range from computer science fundamentals to cybersecurity, web development, and network administration. Students gain proficiency in programming languages like Java and Python, database management, and ethical hacking techniques.
- Engineering and Technology: Courses in automotive technology, aviation maintenance, and manufacturing engineering technology provide skills in diagnostics, CAD design, robotics, and sustainable engineering practices.
- Liberal Arts and Humanities: For transfer students, options include English composition, history, philosophy, world languages (Spanish, Japanese), and cultural studies, fostering critical thinking and communication skills.
- Social Sciences: Psychology, sociology, anthropology, and criminal justice programs explore human behavior, social structures, and justice systems, with opportunities for research and community engagement.
- Science and Mathematics: Biology, chemistry, environmental science, and calculus sequences prepare students for STEM careers or transfers, including lab-based experiments and data analysis.
- Arts and Design: Visual arts, graphic design, music, and theater courses emphasize creativity, digital media tools like Adobe Suite, performance techniques, and portfolio development.
- Education and Early Childhood: Certificates and degrees in early childhood education cover child development, curriculum planning, inclusive practices, and observation methods for aspiring educators.
- Trades and Technical: Welding, construction management, and culinary arts programs offer apprenticeships, safety training, and industry certifications for immediate employment.
Additionally, Highline provides ESL courses, GED preparation, and continuing education workshops. All programs integrate technology, diversity, equity, and sustainability themes, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the global workforce. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, the campus supports student success through tutoring, advising, and career services. This comprehensive educational ecosystem empowers over 10,000 students annually to achieve their goals.
