Angelina College

This certificate is designed for the advanced welder and requires completion of the Basic and Intermediate Certificates. It introduces students to advanced welding using SMAW and GTAW on “V” Groove pipe in advanced positions and standard joint designs. Mechanical Cutting using Oxy-Fuel and plasma is also covered in this certificate. This certificate will prepare students for jobs in and related to shutdowns, construction, refineries, and exotic material welding. Requires student to be TSI complete prior to graduation.

This certificate is designed for the intermediate welder and requires completion of the Basic Certificate. It introduces students to intermediate welding using SMAW on “V” Groove plate in all positions and standard joint designs. Mechanical Cutting using Oxy-Fuel is also covered in this certificate. This certificate will prepare students for jobs in and related to shutdowns, construction welding.

This is a college degree program and is designed to provide students with a degree in welding which in addition to the certificates will open other possible job opportunities for graduates. This is designed for the advanced welder and requires completion of the Basic and Intermediate Certificates. It introduces students to advanced welding using SMAW and GTAW on “V” Groove pipe in advanced positions and standard joint designs. Mechanical Cutting using Oxy-Fuel and plasma is also covered in this certificate. This certificate will prepare students for jobs in and related to shutdowns, construction, refineries, and exotic material welding. Requires student to be TSI complete prior to graduation.

This certificate is designed for the beginning welder. It introduces students to basic welding using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW in all positions and standard joint designs. Cutting using Oxy-Fuel is also covered in this certificate. This certificate will prepare students for jobs in and related to manufacturing nd production welding.

The drafter is a technician who correlates work between the design and production departments of industry. The drafter’s chief function is to prepare working drawings from sketches, written specifications, or field notes furnished by an engineer. The drawings will enable craftsmen and operatives to produce a finished manufactured product or complete a construction project. This program provides both manual and computer-aided drafting experience supplemented with related technical information. The graduate will be qualified for entry-level technician positions in drafting.

The drafter is a technician who correlates work between the design and production departments of industry. The drafter’s chief function is to prepare working drawings from sketches, written specifications, or field notes furnished by an engineer. The drawings will enable craftsmen and operatives to produce a finished manufactured product or complete a construction project. This program provides both manual and computer-aided drafting experience supplemented with related technical information. The graduate will be qualified for entry-level technician positions in drafting.

The complexity of motor vehicles demands a very high level of technical knowledge and skill for service personnel. Basic learning skills in reading, writing and computation are essential to success in the field. The program is a full-time commitment for one academic year, all day four days a week for two semesters plus all day for five days a week in the summer session for Cooperative Education. Twelve students are admitted each year to begin classes in August. Each student completes the program admission process that includes providing a set of prescribed tools as a condition for acceptance. The Automotive Technology curriculum prepares graduates for entry-level employment in vehicle diagnosis, repair and maintenance work. Basic vehicle theory and principles are taught in the classroom to give the student an understanding of how electrical, electronic and mechanical components function and why they fail. Actual shop practices train the student to utilize appropriate safety procedures, research repair procedures, record time and effort, to make repairs, diagnose, replace and adjust components.

This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair

The Diesel Technology Program at Trinidad State is designed to offer applied technical knowledge and skills to work on diesel-powered equipment. Instruction

This certificate is designed for the beginning or seasoned Child and Family educator/advocate. It introduces students to basic child and family development skills using educational philosophies, health, safety, nutrition, community involvement, developmentally appropriate practices, activities and environments from birth through age 13, positive guidance and children with special needs. This certificate will prepare student for jobs in and related to Child and Family Development

This is designed to provide students with a degree in Child and Family Development that will open job opportunities for graduates. This is designed for entry-level, intermediate level, and/or advanced teacher/advocates. The AAS – Child and Family Development introduces students to teaching, parenting styles, educational philosophies, health, safety, nutrition, community involvement, developmentally appropriate practices and environments from birth through age 13, positive guidance and children with special needs. Students are required to take the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) assessment to successfully demonstrate college readiness, unless otherwise exempt.

The purpose of the Criminal Justice Associate program is to prepare the student, academically, for direct entry into many positions available in the Criminal Justice profession. The student may also choose to transfer to one of many colleges and universities that offer Bachelor of Applied Science or baccalaureate and graduate programs in the field of Criminal Justice.

The EMSP programs at Angelina College include curricula that meet and/or exceed the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) standards for certification in emergency medical services. The College offers a cooperative program with the Lufkin and Nacogdoches hospitals, Nacogdoches County EMS, the City of Lufkin Fire Department/EMS, and Americare/Allegiance EMS Livingston, designed to provide understanding, proficiency and skill in Emergency Medical Services.

The EMSP programs at Angelina College include curricula that meet and/or exceed the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) standards for certification in emergency medical services. The College offers a cooperative program with the Lufkin and Nacogdoches hospitals, Nacogdoches County EMS, the City of Lufkin Fire Department/EMS, and Americare/Allegiance EMS Livingston, designed to provide understanding, proficiency and skill in Emergency Medical Services.

The EMSP programs at Angelina College include curricula that meet and/or exceed the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) standards for certification in emergency medical services. The College offers a cooperative program with the Lufkin and Nacogdoches hospitals, Nacogdoches County EMS, the City of Lufkin Fire Department/EMS, and Americare/Allegiance EMS Livingston, designed to provide understanding, proficiency and skill in Emergency Medical Services.

The purpose of the Paralegal Associate of Applied Science is to prepare students for employment as a paralegal/ legal assistant, with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform legal research, drafting, investigation, record-keeping and related administrative functions under the guidance and supervision of a licensed attorney. Students completing all course requirements and acquiring the associate degree would be eligible to apply for certification by examination, from the National Association of Legal Assistants.

The college offers a cooperative program with area hospitals that is designed to provide understanding, proficiency, and skill in diagnostic medical sonography. Upon completion of the program, the successful student is awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree and meets the requirements set by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) to apply for their licensure examination. The program curriculum provides a balance of didactic and technical courses which affords each student individual opportunities for educational development and clinical competence. The student must achieve a minimum grade of “C” in all sonography courses or be dropped from the program.

The Radiologic Technology Program, in concert with the mission and philosophy of Angelina College, is committed to provide a quality and comprehensive education in general radiography for preparation in the profession. Through didactic information, educational resources, and a variety of clinical experiences, the program is designed to develop competent, responsible and independent radiography professionals. The program’s mission is also supported by a dedicated team of experienced faculty, radiographers, and physicians who encourage and model life-long learning in radiography.

The college offers a cooperative program with the area hospitals designed to provide understanding, proficiency, and skill in respiratory care. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is granted the Associate in Applied Science Degree. This qualifies the graduate to write the NBRC Therapist Multiple Choice Exam, and become a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and after passing the Clinical Simulation Exam become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Surgical technologists are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy,
surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of
invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair

The Diesel Technology Program at Trinidad State is designed to offer applied technical knowledge and skills to work on diesel-powered equipment. Instruction

This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair

The Diesel Technology Program at Trinidad State is designed to offer applied technical knowledge and skills to work on diesel-powered equipment. Instruction

Electronics technicians are employed in many sectors of business to include: forest products, defense, medical, communications and government. The technician’s jobs include medical equipment maintenance, plant maintenance, aircraft maintenance, manufacturing, automotive, and research. Networking technicians trained in electronics serve in a wide range of jobs. Training for electronic technicians must include mathematics, science, computer maintenance, networking, basic and advanced electronic theories.

The Machine Tool Technology program provides training for entry-level positions in precision metalworking careers. Manual and computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines are used to develop trainee skills. The students will learn to operate lathes, mills, engine lathes, surface grinders, and other precision equipment. Graduates of this program are prepared to work in machine shops, quality control, and maintenance or production.