Foreign Language Department

American River College currently offers courses in French, German, Italian, and Spanish designed to help students develop a command of a variety of languages necessary to pursue career, transfer and degree goals.

Language Studies Degree

The Language Studies degree provides an area of emphasis in communication skills in both English and foreign languages. It is intended for students wishing to develop communication skills for the work place. Students who work closely with their counselors can use this area of emphasis to prepare for majoring at a four-year college in foreign languages as well as any other majors which require proficiency in one or more foreign languages.