While an A.S. degree may be sufficient for an individual to secure employment as an environmental technician, laboratory technician, safety manager, sanitarian, or water-quality analyst, most careers in the field require a B.S. or advanced degree. Approximately two-thirds of all chemists work for manufacturing firms. Chemists are also employed with federal, state and local governments, such as the departments of Defense, Health and Human Resources, and Agriculture.
Some chemists work for research organizations and educational institutions.
Most career opportunities in chemistry require a B.A. or advanced degree. Students can fulfill lower division General Education and major requirements at College of San Mateo. See the Transfer Planning and Major Preparation Recommendations section of CSM's catalog. Students should also consult the catalog of the college or university to which they plan to transfer.