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FIELD OF INTEREST: HEALTH SCIENCES
CREDIT HOUR PROGRAMS are both theoretical and application in nature. Degrees take
approximately two years to complete (based on full-time status); while certificates take less than two
years to complete.
Associate in Arts Degree (AA) is designed for students planning to transfer to four-year colleges
and universities. In general, the components of the degree meet requirements for majors in the
Liberal Arts or programs of study other than business or science.
Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) is recommended for students who wish to gain a
depth of technical expertise by completing an occupational program that leads directly into the
world of work.
Certificate of Completion (CCL) is a program of study that is recommended for students who wish
to gain technical expertise in an occupational program that requires less time and credit hours to
complete than an AAS degree. Some CCLs are also included in the AAS degree program of study.
Denotes Clock Hour Program
CLOCK HOUR PROGRAMS are hands-on, industry-driven, and short-term.
Certificate of Competency (CCT) is a program of study that is recommended for students who
wish to gain expertise in a targeted area leading directly into the world of work. Such programs
are offered for a specific length of time based on the total number of hours needed to complete
the program.
Note: it is strongly recommended that students meet with an academic advisor to determine the
correct coursework to take based on the intended major and transfer institution of choice.
PROGRAMS
(Please click the program title for detailed information.)
BEAUTY - AESTHETICIAN
BEAUTY - AESTHETICS INSTRUCTOR
BEAUTY - COSMETOLOGIST
BEAUTY - COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR
BEAUTY - HAIR STYLIST
BEAUTY - NAIL TECHNICIAN
BEAUTY - NAIL TECHNICIAN INSTRUCTOR
DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY (AAS)
ELECTROCARDIOGRAM (ECG) TECHNICIAN
ELECTRONEURODIAGNOSTIC (END) TECHNOLOGY (AAS)
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND FIRE PREPARATORY ACADEMY
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY (EMT)
HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT (AAS)
HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT (CCL)
HEALTH UNIT COORDINATING/PATIENT CARE ASSOCIATE (CCL)
HEALTHCARE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE (CCL)
HOSPITAL CENTRAL SERVICE TECHNOLOGY (CCL)
MASSAGE THERAPY
MEDICAL ASSISTING
MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING: PHYSICIAN-BASED
MEDICAL INTERPRETER - SPANISH
Certificate & Degree Programs 2021-2022
