Associate in Arts & Associate in Science Course Categories

Arts and Sciences (University Transfer):
Associate in Arts Degree
Associate in Science Degree
General College Studies Certificate

Computer Technology:
Microcomputer Business Applications Certificate 

General Business and Public Service:
Business:
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in General Business Degree
AAS in General Business Degree - Computer Resource Management 
AAS in Administrative Office Technology Degree 
Administrative Support Diploma 
Word Processing Certificate
Medical Office Clerical Assistant Certificate 
Small Business Management Certificate

Public Service:
Associate in Public Service in Early Care and Education Degree
Early Childhood Development Certificate 

Nursing:
Practical Nursing Diploma
Prenursing Certificate

Industrial-Vocational Technology:
Associate in Occupational Technology (AOT) Degree 
AOT in General Technology Degree Primary Technical Specialties:
Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology 
Machine Tool Technology 
Welding 
Cosmetology Diploma 
Automotive Repair Certificate 
Basic Automotive Repair Technology Certificate
Drafting and Design Technology Certificate
Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology Certificate
Machine Tool Technology Certificate
Basic Machine Tool Technology Certificate
Welding Certificate
Basic Welding Technology Certificate
Technical Electives

Degree: Typically an associate degree requires 60-80 credit hours and two years for
completion.  Some programs are designed for university transfer, and some are designed for
immediate employment in the field.  See your advisor for details.
Diploma: Often 40-60 credit hours are required, and programs can generally be completed in
one year.  All are a focused program of study with many leading to eligibility for special
licenses or certifications which are required in certain fields.
Certificate: Highly focused academic preparation typically designed for immediate employment.  
Programs typically consist of 12-39 credit hours and are completed in less than a year.