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Teacher Education, Secondary Math Specialization, AS

This curriculum prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university teacher preparation program through the completion of a variety of math and general education courses as well as in-person fieldwork in an educational setting. It is specifically designed for students who plan to seek endorsement and licensure as teachers in grades K-6. Transfer students should work closely with an advisor to ensure successful transfer into the student’s institution of choice.

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Teacher Education, AS

This curriculum prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university teacher preparation program through the completion of a variety of general education courses as well as in-person fieldwork in an educational setting. It is specifically designed for students who plan to seek endorsement and licensure as teachers in grades K-6. Transfer students should work closely with an advisor to ensure successful transfer into the student’s institution of choice.

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Social Sciences, AS

Explore a curriculum that emphasizes cultural and social understanding, critical thinking, written and oral communication, quantitative and scientific reasoning, and information literacy through 20-21 required courses. Students from this program major in a wide variety of fields, including anthropology, economics, government/political science, history, mass communications, pre-law, psychology, public administration, social work, sociology, and even teacher certification.

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Science, AS

The curriculum requires a variety of math and science courses and is designed for individuals who are interested in a professional or scientific program for transfer to a four-year college or university. Students are prepared to complete a bachelor’s degree with a major in one of the following fields: agriculture, biology, chemistry, pre-dentistry, forestry, geology, oceanography, pharmacy, physics, physical therapy, pre-medicine, science education, or mathematics.

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Psychology, AS

Designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in one of the social or behavioral sciences, students complete courses in topics such as math, biology, written and oral communication, history, Spanish, ethics, and psychology. Transfer students should work closely with an advisor to ensure successful transfer into the student’s institution of choice.

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Paralegal Studies specialization, Business Administration, AS

This degree prepares students for a career in law or business, transferring into many other legal and business degrees. In addition to the study of law, students will complete 20 courses in topics such as economics, natural and social sciences, writing and communication, math, and accounting. Students should work closely with an advisor when choosing courses for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program.

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Math specialization, Science, AS

The curriculum is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, operations research, applied mathematics, or computer science. Students are advised to work closely with the faculty and counseling staff for program and course scheduling. Electives that are part of the 19 courses required for completion should be chosen carefully to meet requirements of the transfer institution.

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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.

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Information Technology, 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 or information technology. While completing the 20 required courses, students focus on math, written and oral communication, information technology, programming, and social sciences. 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.

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Education, AS

This curriculum prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university teacher preparation program. The 20 courses are specifically selected so students can seek endorsement and licensure as teachers in PK-3, PK-6, middle school, or special education. Students should work closely with an advisor when choosing courses for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program.

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