Golden West College offers an affordable fast track to four year schools, such as University of California or the California State University system. If one seeks quicker entry into professional work and trades, GWC offers a wide array of Associates Degrees and certificates in such "in demand" careers as police departments, EMT training, Nursing, and many other fields. GWC is also highly regarded in sports for its water polo and swimming programs as well as baseball, softball, volleyball, football and cross country.