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Information Systems, AS

This program will prepare individuals for employment in this growing field. Completion of this program should qualify graduates for entry-level positions in information management, information systems, or information technology. While completing the required courses, students focus on math, written and oral communication, information systems and databases, social sciences, and accounting. This program can also transfer into a bachelor’s degree at several institutions; students should work with advisors to ensure the courses and/or the degree are compatible with transfer.

Information Systems Technology, AAS

This program will prepare individuals for employment in this growing field through entry-level positions as a computer support specialist, networking technician, app developer or programmer. The required courses cover topics in math, written and oral communication, information technology, social sciences, and accounting. Students who wish to transfer should coordinate with an advisor to determine the best pathway for each specific institution.

Entrepreneurship, Certificate

Prepare to launch or expand a business through enrollment in this program. Learn the fundamentals of accounting, business, law, finance, computing and marketing with through the required courses.

General Studies, Uniform Certificate, Certificate

This certificate is the equivalent of the first year of an associate degree, and can transfer into many bachelor’s degree programs. Students complete required courses that can lead to many associate degrees, or students can use these to demonstrate skills required for an employer. This certificate provides students with a solid foundation in critical thinking, written and oral communication, quantitative and scientific reasoning, cultural and social understanding, and information literacy for success in any field of study.

Health Science, AS

This program can provide a community college career pathway for students seeking health careers requiring a bachelor’s degree or higher. This curriculum requires 20-21 general and specialized courses in the social sciences, the humanities, written and oral communication, as well as health and science. Students should work closely with an advisor to choose the best transfer degree and ensure credits transfer successfully.

Cybersecurity, Certificate

These career studies certificates prepare students for a rewarding career. Students will complete courses in information technology on concepts such as Linux, firewalls, hacking, e-commerce security and cybercrime. The various programs in this topic include Cybersecurity and Networking Foundations, Cybersecurity for Enterprise, Cybersecurity, and Intermediate Cybersecurity.

Computer Programming, Certificate

This career studies certificate is designed to prepare students for work as a computer support specialist, computer operator, and a data entry clerk. The courses in writing, business, and information technology address the modern office needs of a variety of businesses.

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