Arizona Western College
Selected Programs at Arizona Western College
Explore programs at Arizona Western College. This list is curated by SkillPointe to match skills-based industries and careers that don't require a four-year degree.
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AV Technician
Television Production, A.A.S.
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree – prepares students to obtain an entry-level position in television, production companies, and media related...
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Graphic Designer
Computer Graphics, A.A.S.
The program is designed to provide the underpinning graphics training needed for a wide variety of graphics professions: graphic designers...
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Media Arts Certificate
This program is designed not only to provide a foundation in basic media arts course work, but also to allow students to select an area of emphasis...
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Media Arts, A.A.S.
This program is designed not only to provide a foundation in basic media arts course work, but also to allow students to select an area of emphasis...
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Architectural Drafter
Advanced Manufacturing CAD Certificate
The certificate provides an understanding of graphical communications, including sketching, computer-aided drafting, and parametric modeling.
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Basic Manufacturing CAD Certificate
The course provides a basic understanding of the preparation, principles and standards used in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) along with the skills to...
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Drafting CAD Certificate
This program prepares graduates for an entry-level position in the career field of drafting through instruction in the use of industry recognized...
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Drafting CAD Technology, A.A.S.
This program prepares graduates for an entry-level position in the career field of drafting through instruction in the use of industry recognized...
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Electrician
Basic Electrical Certificate
Graduates will demonstrate basic knowledge in electrical wiring that will prepare them to obtain an entry-level position within the field and critical...
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HVAC Technician
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate
Provides the student with the essential skills required for entry-level employees in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Training in...
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Air Conditioning, A.A.S.
Provides the student with the essential skills required to enter this fast-growing field which includes both heating and cooling. The student attains...
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Basic Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Service Technician Certificate
Provides the student with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Training in...
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Plumber
Basic Plumbing Certificate
Provides graduates with the essential skills required of an entry level employee in the plumbing industry. This program is certified with the National...
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Plumbing Technology Certificate
Provides the student with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in the Plumbing industry. Program curriculum is aligned with...
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Plumbing, A.A.S.
Provides the student with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in the plumbing industry. Program curriculum is aligned with...
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Welder
Welding Certificate
In industrial manufacturing, the practice of joining and severing metals is a science and an art which requires combined knowledge and skills in a...
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Welding Certificate of Proficiency GMAW FCAW Plate Certificate
Graduates will demonstrate (1) basic knowledge in the welding field required of an entry level employee in the industry and (2) critical thinking...
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Welding Certificate of Proficiency SMAW Certificate
Graduates will demonstrate skills in (1) basic knowledge in the welding field required of an entry level employee in the industry and (2) critical...
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Welding Entry Level 1 Certificate
Provides students opportunity to develop entry level skills for certification and employment in welding.
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Welding, A.A.S.
In industrial manufacturing, the practice of joining and severing metals is a science and an art which requires combined knowledge and skills in a...
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Solar Energy Technician
Solar Panel Installation Level 1 Certificate
Students enrolled in this program using a nationally developed curriculum will develop knowledge and skills to successfully install photovoltaic...
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Solar Photovoltaic Installation, A.A.S.
Students enrolled in this program using a nationally developed curriculum will develop knowledge and skills to successfully install photovoltaic...
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Certificate
This course prepares the learner for taking the state examination to become a certified nursing assistant. The Arizona State Board of Nursing requires...
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Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant Certificate
This program provides an understanding of front and back office skills to prepare the student for direct employment in a medical practice setting.
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Medical Assistant, A.A.S.
This program will provide students with a working knowledge of front and back office skills to prepare the student for direct employment in a medical...
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Nurse - LPN / LVN
Nursing Practical Certificate
This program is designed to offer students in the A.A.S. degree nursing program an exit option upon completion of the first two semesters of that...
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Radiology Technician
Radiologic Technology, A.A.S.
Radiologic Technology prepares the graduate for a career in diagnostic medical imaging. The Associate in Applied Science degree prepares graduates for...
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Chef and Head Cook
Culinary Arts Certificate
Designed to prepare the student for a career in food service in the following areas: restaurants, resorts, catering, hospitals, cruise ships...
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Culinary Arts, A.A.S.
Students will develop more advanced skills necessary to compete for a position in a restaurant, school, hospital, or nursing facility. In addition...
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Data Security Management
Computer Security Certification
Computer Security – computer security is a critical part of modern business strategy. This certificate will develop a knowledge of Information...
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Informatics, A.A.S.
This degree focuses on computers, computing problems and solutions, and applications to a variety of database situations, preparing the student for...
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Informatics, A.A.S.
This degree focuses on computers, computing problems and solutions, and applications to a variety of database situations, preparing the student for...
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Informatics- Cyber Operations Certificate
Program Purpose:
Provides graduates with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in information systems.
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Database Administrator
Computer Information Systems Certification
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Computer Information Systems Certification
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Computer Information Systems, A.A.S.
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Computer Information Systems, A.A.S.
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Network and Computer Systems Administrator
Informatics- System Administration Certificate
Program Purpose:
Provides graduates with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in information systems.
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Networking Certificate
The computer networking certificate is appropriate for students who want to obtain an entry-level position in network administration for a business...
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Software Developer
Computer Information Systems Certification
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Computer Information Systems Certification
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Computer Information Systems, A.A.S.
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Computer Information Systems, A.A.S.
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Informatics- Digital Design Certificate
Program Purpose:
Provides graduates with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in information systems.
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Informatics- Software Development/Information Management Certificate
Program Purpose:
Provides graduates with the essential skills required of an entry-level employee in information systems.
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Systems Analyst
Computer Information Systems Certification
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Computer Information Systems, A.A.S.
Computer Information Systems – prepares you for an entry-level position as a computer programmer, systems analyst, or database administrator. Courses...
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Informatics, A.A.S.
This degree focuses on computers, computing problems and solutions, and applications to a variety of database situations, preparing the student for...
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician
Electrical Technology Certificate
Prepares students for an entry-level position in the construction trades industry. This program provides opportunities for students to learn to...
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Electrical Technology, A.A.S.
Provides graduates with essential skills required of an entry-level employee in the construction trades industry. This program encompasses the...
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Electro-Mechanical Technician
Electrical for Manufacturing Certificate
This certificate provides an introduction to basic electrical principles, circuits and measurements. It also gives an overview of the principles and...
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Industrial Engineering Technician
Industrial Technology, A.A.S.
Graduates will demonstrate (1) basic knowledge in industrial technology that will prepare them to obtain an entry-level position within the field and...
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Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Basic Manufacturing Certificate
Provides graduates with the essential skills required of an entry-level worker to maintain, repair or replace industrial valves and pumps in the...
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Criminal Investigator
Cyber Criminology Certificate
Victimization through the Internet is becoming more prevalent as cyber criminals have developed effective ways to remain anonymous. Cyber criminology...
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EMTs and Paramedics
Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Certificate
This program is offered for both professionals and community members. Emergency medical classes are available for everything from CPR and first aid to...
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Emergency Medical Services Paramedic, A.A.S.
This program is offered for both professionals and community members. Emergency medical classes are available for everything from CPR and first aid to...
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EMT Basic Certificate
Designed to prepare individuals for certification as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Upon successful completion of EMS 152, the student is...
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Firefighter
Fire Academy Certificate
Designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for certification as entry-level firefighters. Successful completion with...
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Fire Science, A.A.S.
Designed for individuals who desire a career in fire science. Beyond being a professional firefighter, the degree will assist in qualifying...
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Paralegal and Legal Assistant
Paralegal Studies Certificate
Preparation for entry level employment in law offices. Provides students with practical legal skills enabling them to draft legal documents. Students...
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Paralegal Studies, A.A.S.
Preparation for entry level employment in law offices. Provides students with practical legal skills enabling them to draft legal documents. Students...
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Police Officer
Law Enforcement Training Academy Certificate
This program is offered only to individuals who have met the minimum qualifications for a peace officer applicant as specified by the Arizona Peace...
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Law Enforcement Training, A.A.S.
Students are attending a state certified police academy and meeting the academic standards and objectives as set forth by the Arizona Peace Officers...
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Preschool Teacher
Early Childhood Education Certificate
For students who wish to have basic knowledge in early childhood education. The certificate can work with an existing degree in another area of...
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Early Childhood Education, A.A.S.
This program is for students contemplating careers in early childhood education and for individuals employed in day care, Head Starts, at risk...
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Family Childcare Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Certificate
This program is designed for those individuals who wish to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in Family Childcare Education. The CDA...
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Family Childcare Education Certificate
This program is designed for those individuals who wish to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in Family Childcare Education. The CDA...
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Infant and Toddler Education Certificate
This program is designed for those individuals who wish to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in Infant and Toddler Education. The...
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Infant-Toddler Center-Based Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Certificate
This program is designed for those individuals who wish to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in Infant and Toddler Education. The...
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Preschool Centered-Based Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Certificate
This is a highly individualized, competency-based program taught primarily on-site in early childhood settings where students are working with...
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Preschool Education Certificate
This is a highly individualized, competency-based program taught primarily on-site in early childhood settings where students are working with...
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Auto Mechanic
Automotive Brakes and Suspension Certificate
Successful completion of the required courses for this certificate signifies to potential or current employers that the student has completed the...
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Automotive Computer Fundamentals Engine Performance and Diagnostics Certificate
Successful completion of the required courses for this certificate signifies to potential or current employers that the student has completed the...
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Automotive Electrical and Air Conditioning Systems Certificate
Successful completion of the required courses for this certificate signifies to potential or current employers that the student has completed the...
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Automotive Powertrains Certificate
Successful completion of the required courses for this certificate signifies to potential or current employers that the student has completed the...
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Automotive Technology Certificate
Successful completion of the required courses for this certificate signifies to potential or current employers that the student has completed the...
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Automotive Technology, A.A.S.
Recognizing that a successful career in automotive technology involves much more than the mechanical ability to replace parts, this program is for the...
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Arizona Western College
Address
2020 S. Avenue 8E
Yuma, AZ 85365-8834
Yuma, AZ 85365-8834
Phone number
928-317-6000