The degree or certificate in Japanese Language provides a rigorous academic preparation in the Japanese Language. Students are prepared to transfer to baccalaureate degree programs in Japanese or Asian Languages, as well as Music, Linguistics, Art History and related fields. This degree also meets the needs of those in the community who wish to gain aptitudes in foreign languages or may enter the job market in fields that may require knowledge of a foreign language such as Japanese. Students develop competency in the ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write in Japanese, while at the same time learn to think critically by analyzing works of literature and other manifestations of culture. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 18-20 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate increased reading and listening comprehension of the target languages. Utilize oral and written communicative skills to produce the target languages. Demonstrate increased knowledge of the target language's cultures.