Kumeyaay Community College Campuses

Kumeyaay Community College offers a diverse range of programs tailored to the needs of the local Kumeyaay community and surrounding areas. The curriculum emphasizes cultural preservation, vocational training, and transfer opportunities to four-year institutions.

• Native American Studies: Courses explore Kumeyaay history, language, and traditions, including immersive language classes in Ipai and Tipai dialects, cultural anthropology, and indigenous governance.
• Business Administration: Programs cover entrepreneurship, small business management, accounting principles, and marketing strategies, with a focus on tribal economic development.
• Health Sciences: Training in nursing fundamentals, community health, traditional healing practices integrated with modern medicine, and emergency medical response.
• Environmental Science: Classes on sustainable land management, ecology of the San Diego region, climate change impacts on indigenous lands, and conservation biology.
• General Education: Core courses in English composition, mathematics, social sciences, and humanities to prepare students for associate degrees or transfers.
• Vocational Trades: Certificates in construction, automotive technology, culinary arts with emphasis on traditional Kumeyaay cuisine, and information technology basics.
• Arts and Humanities: Visual arts inspired by Kumeyaay motifs, music and performance arts, and literature focusing on Native American narratives.

These programs are designed to empower students with practical skills and cultural knowledge, fostering community leadership and economic self-sufficiency. Faculty include tribal elders and experts, ensuring authentic perspectives. The campus supports flexible scheduling for working adults and offers support services like tutoring and counseling. Overall, the educational offerings blend traditional wisdom with contemporary academics, promoting holistic student success in a supportive environment dedicated to Kumeyaay values.