Located in Joshua Tree, Calif., Copper Mountain College was founded in 1966. It offers associate degrees in arts and science and certificate programs. It offers degrees in sociology, accounting, business administration, economics, anthropology, history, philosophy, political science, psychology and social sciences. It provides certificate programs in various fields, such as automatic transmissions, automotive air conditioning, automotive electrical systems, brake technology, emission control, engine performance and rebuilding, standard transmissions, suspension and alignment. Copper Mountain College offers variety of financial aid programs, including grants, work-study, scholarships and loans to full- and part-time students. It counseling department provides career counseling and help students to develop an educational plan. Its library provides various research databases, including journal, news articles and encyclopedias.