Students who receive a degree in dance can not only pursue a career as a professional dancer in commercial dances onstage and in film, but they may also seek careers as dance therapists, dance instructors, or choreographers. Degree recipients can apply their knowledge of dance in areas such as arts administration, studio management, arts grant writing, and dance notators for dance companies. Diablo Valley College's Dance enjoys a reputation for quality, creativity and a comprehensive curriculum. The PE Department promotes high artistic and technical standards. Instructors excel in their dance disciplines. Many dance faculty are outstanding performing artists and choreographers, several have been recognized by major arts organizations in the Bay Area. The student completing a two year program will have the opportunity to transfer to most UC/State dance programs as well as receiving strong core dance training for other dance job related activities.