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IVC Named a "2025 Great College to Work For®" Fourth Year in a Row

For the fourth year in a row, Irvine Valley College (IVC) is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program. The results, released today at GreatCollegesList.com, and via a special insert of The Chronicle of Higher Education, are based on a survey of 199 colleges and universities. In all, 76 institutions achieved “Great College to Work For” recognition for specific best practices and policies. 

Multi-talented IVC Grad Dreams Big

While Talla Khattat’s educational path is not a simple or straightforward one, the Irvine Valley College (IVC) student and recent UCLA graduate is brimming with ideas, talent and sheer grit – traits which will most certainly help her forge a successful career.

The definitive renaissance woman, Talla, 22, has multiple career aspirations – traveling investigative journalist, pianist, composer, teacher and film producer – and one day aims to succeed at all five.

IVC Achieves Record-Breaking Enrollment of 16,230 Students

Irvine Valley College (IVC) has once again set a historic milestone in its four decades of serving Irvine and the surrounding community. As of September 8, IVC’s official fall census enrollment headcount has reached 16,230 students, the largest number since the college’s founding in 1985.

Piano Performance Certificate

The Certificate of Achievement (CoA) in Piano Performance provides a structured curriculum for students aiming to enhance their piano performance skills and musical knowledge. This program is ideal for those pursuing careers in music, preparing for further studies, or seeking personal enrichment. The program combines applied piano instruction, performance opportunities, and a choice of academic courses to support a well-rounded musical education.

Piano Pedagogy Certificate

The Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) in Piano Pedagogy prepares music teachers for future employment in local music schools and as an independent private teacher. This certificate examines a variety of pedagogy methods and music conservatory traditions for teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced piano students. This certificate covers how to teach group piano courses, master classes, and explores the business side of running a piano studio.