Community College of Beaver County

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

Graduates will identify, explain, utilize, and perform:

Uses of Shielded Metal Arc (stick) & Flux Core Arc Welding Operations
Automatic oxy-fuel cutting operations
Welding gauges and welding power sources
Wire feeders
Welding procedure specifications
Welding wire specifications
Fillet welding
Groove welding
Oxyfuel assembly and operation
Joint design & construction and more

The Associate in Applied Science in Building Trade Technology is designed to meet workforce training needs of business and industry by recognizing college-level, on-the-job learning. This program supports the registered Apprenticeship program (Journey papers) as outlined by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.

The Building Trade Technology program consists of an industry-based technical core (approved apprenticeship program) and a general education component to complement the technical core. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education states “this degree preparation offers more flexibility than a traditional college-based AAS degree program, in that the candidate can easily earn college credit for his/her apprenticeship training, hone proficiencies through supervised practice, as well as develop additional skills for living and work”.

The program is restricted to those that are accepted into or have completed an approved apprenticeship program. To earn the degree the student must complete both the building trade apprenticeship and the designated general education courses. CCBC will transfer a block of forty-five (45) credits for completion of the apprenticeship training program once the student has also completed 15/16 credits at CCBC.

The Department of Labor has identified apprenticeship program completion for college credit as an important opportunity to enhance the competitiveness of the industry by enlarging the pool of highly trained workers. Graduates of this program may be employed in the various trade areas - such as plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, maintenance technician, mechanical technician, bricklayer, carpenter, cement mason, elevator constructor, insulator, ironworker, laborer, operating engineer, painter, drywall finisher, glazer, plaster, roofer, steel metal worker, sprinkler fitter, and steamfitter.

Graduates will identify, explain, utilize, and perform:

Uses of Shielded Metal Arc (stick) & Flux Core Arc Welding Operations
Automatic oxy-fuel cutting operations
Welding gauges and welding power sources
Wire feeders
Welding procedure specifications
Welding wire specifications
Fillet welding
Groove welding
Oxyfuel assembly and operation
Joint design & construction and more

The Construction Technology and Management Degree is designed to help students develop skills to have a successful career in the construction industry. The degree program provides exposure to variety of sectors in the construction industry, including commercial, residential, industrial, and heavy civil. The curriculum provides students education on many technical aspects, such as materials, methods, equipment, estimating, scheduling, technology, as well as construction jobsite management. The program has a strong emphasis on giving students applicable problem-solving skills, as well as introducing them to emerging technological practices. Courses are developed with the input of construction professionals, ensuring career relevance while applying professional and ethical standards. Graduates of the program can either enter into the industry either through union apprenticeships or through entry-level jobs including, estimator, drafter, technician, planner, or scheduler.

The Construction Technology and Management Degree is designed to help students develop skills to have a successful career in the construction industry. The degree program provides exposure to variety of sectors in the construction industry, including commercial, residential, industrial, and heavy civil. The curriculum provides students education on many technical aspects, such as materials, methods, equipment, estimating, scheduling, technology, as well as construction jobsite management. The program has a strong emphasis on giving students applicable problem-solving skills, as well as introducing them to emerging technological practices. Courses are developed with the input of construction professionals, ensuring career relevance while applying professional and ethical standards. Graduates of the program can either enter into the industry either through union apprenticeships or through entry-level jobs including, estimator, drafter, technician, planner, or scheduler.

The Construction Technology and Management Degree is designed to help students develop skills to have a successful career in the construction industry. The degree program provides exposure to variety of sectors in the construction industry, including commercial, residential, industrial, and heavy civil. The curriculum provides students education on many technical aspects, such as materials, methods, equipment, estimating, scheduling, technology, as well as construction jobsite management. The program has a strong emphasis on giving students applicable problem-solving skills, as well as introducing them to emerging technological practices. Courses are developed with the input of construction professionals, ensuring career relevance while applying professional and ethical standards. Graduates of the program can either enter into the industry either through union apprenticeships or through entry-level jobs including, estimator, drafter, technician, planner, or scheduler.

The Construction Technology and Management Degree is designed to help students develop skills to have a successful career in the construction industry. The degree program provides exposure to variety of sectors in the construction industry, including commercial, residential, industrial, and heavy civil. The curriculum provides students education on many technical aspects, such as materials, methods, equipment, estimating, scheduling, technology, as well as construction jobsite management. The program has a strong emphasis on giving students applicable problem-solving skills, as well as introducing them to emerging technological practices. Courses are developed with the input of construction professionals, ensuring career relevance while applying professional and ethical standards. Graduates of the program can either enter into the industry either through union apprenticeships or through entry-level jobs including, estimator, drafter, technician, planner, or scheduler.

A sequence of four courses for this program is offered at CCBC at an established local Cisco Networking Academy using the Cisco Networking Academy Program curriculum. The courses are Web-based multimedia content and include online assessment and evaluation, hands-on experience, and lectures and case studies.

Upon successful completion of the program, students receive a joint certificate from CCBC and the Cisco Networking Academy and will be eligible to take the CCNA certification exam.

Graduates will be prepared to pursue the following careers: IT manager, network specialist, network manager, and network designer.

The Computer Networking curriculum prepares students with the skills necessary to design, implement, maintain, and administer LANs and WANs. The curriculum includes courses in software application tools, PC hardware, Cisco Networking Academy, network security, disaster recovery, wireless networking, and operating systems, virtualization, installation and configuration.

Graduates of this program may obtain employment as PC support specialists, network technicians, and network administrators.

A sequence of four courses for this program is offered at CCBC at an established local Cisco Networking Academy using the Cisco Networking Academy Program curriculum. The courses are Web-based multimedia content and include online assessment and evaluation, hands-on experience, and lectures and case studies.

Upon successful completion of the program, students receive a joint certificate from CCBC and the Cisco Networking Academy and will be eligible to take the CCNA certification exam.

Graduates will be prepared to pursue the following careers: IT manager, network specialist, network manager, and network designer.

Computer Support Specialists provide technical assistance and support to customers and other users that deal with hardware and software issues. The Specialist resolves computer issues by telephone or by direct end-user desktop. Students will learn to analyze problems and provide technical support for hardware, software, and systems. In addition, the skills of answering telephone calls, troubleshooting, and providing guided assistance will be covered. Studies will include computer hardware, software, networks, operating systems, help desk concepts, troubleshooting, and customer service. This course covers aspects of the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST), Help Desk Institute (HI) and various CompTIA certification exams.

Graduates of this program work as help desk support technicians, customer support technicians, technical support specialists, and Microsoft certified desktop support technicians.

The Computer Networking curriculum prepares students with the skills necessary to design, implement, maintain, and administer LANs and WANs. The curriculum includes courses in software application tools, PC hardware, Cisco Networking Academy, network security, disaster recovery, wireless networking, and operating systems, virtualization, installation and configuration.

Graduates of this program may obtain employment as PC support specialists, network technicians, and network administrators.

As organizations continue to expand their use of virtualized computing environments including server virtualization, desktop virtualization; and cloud computing, IT professionals with the skills necessary to design, implement, and support these virtualization environments will be among the most sought-after individuals. In these changing economic times, the IT job market remains extremely competitive it is necessary for individuals to develop new skills if you are looking for work or trying to advance within your current company. If you’re thinking about learning a new skill, consider virtualization technology.

With a shortage of qualified engineers in the United States, demand is high in this profession. CCBC’s Engineering program emphasizes strong qualitative and quantitative skills related to mathematics and science concepts. Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed in the field of engineering. Students are prepared to either enter the workforce or transfer to a college offering a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

The program builds a strong background in computer-aided drafting, engineering concepts, mathematics, physics, chemistry, C++ programming, robotics, and communication skills. Industry-standard software applications are used to develop classroom project solutions. Courses are comparable in content and expectations to the first two years of most engineering programs at a four-year institution.

Engineers can pursue careers in areas of business, research and development, education, health professions, industry, government, and computer information systems.

Software Developer Certificate focuses on object-oriented programming skills. Students learn C# programming in a .NET environment. Java is introduced via a number of different Integrated Programming Environments (IDEs). Web development is taught using a number of industry-standard languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, PHP, and ASP. Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint are taught. This certification program is intended for introductory students as well as professionals seeking a refresher in current programming languages.

Graduates may obtain employment as introductory programmers, programmer analysts, software developers, and web application developers.

The Software Developer degree program incorporates a wide range of concepts and techniques related to software development. Object-oriented programming skills are developed as students learn to design applications, develop code, test and debug programs. Courses in relational database principles and distributed-database systems offer experience with database concepts. Students learn how to create interactive websites that function on a variety of platforms, including mobile technologies. Students will be able to maintain existing applications.

Software developers can work in a number of professional areas because almost all businesses use computer technology. Software developers commonly work with job titles such as software designers, software engineers, web developers, and programmers.

Graduates may obtain employment as introductory programmers, programmer analysts, software developers, and web applications developers.

The Cybersecurity program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of an organization’s data. The data network, infrastructure, and storage hardware and software must be resistant to penetration, and disruption due to malicious activity, accident, or natural disaster.

Classrooms are equipped with computer hardware, operating systems, and security software. Topics include data recovery, penetration testing, firewalls, security audits, and leveraging privacy-enhancing technologies such as data, hardware, and facilities.

Graduates of this program are prepared for entry-level employment as a computer security coordinator, intrusion detection analyst, network security analyst, security audit specialist, and risk analysis specialist.

Program Outcomes: Graduates will be able to

Identify the security risks in an enterprise-level network.
Implement protective measures critical to securing network infrastructure.
Monitor and manage the security of a network using various network tools.
Work as a team member to analyze current or recent cyber security incidents to identify cause and effects.

With a shortage of qualified engineers in the United States, demand is high in this profession. CCBC’s Engineering program emphasizes strong qualitative and quantitative skills related to mathematics and science concepts. Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed in the field of engineering. Students are prepared to either enter the workforce or transfer to a college offering a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

The program builds a strong background in computer-aided drafting, engineering concepts, mathematics, physics, chemistry, C++ programming, robotics, and communication skills. Industry-standard software applications are used to develop classroom project solutions. Courses are comparable in content and expectations to the first two years of most engineering programs at a four-year institution.

Engineers can pursue careers in areas of business, research and development, education, health professions, industry, government, and computer information systems.

With a shortage of qualified engineers in the United States, demand is high in this profession. CCBC’s Engineering program emphasizes strong qualitative and quantitative skills related to mathematics and science concepts. Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed in the field of engineering. Students are prepared to either enter the workforce or transfer to a college offering a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

The program builds a strong background in computer-aided drafting, engineering concepts, mathematics, physics, chemistry, C++ programming, robotics, and communication skills. Industry-standard software applications are used to develop classroom project solutions. Courses are comparable in content and expectations to the first two years of most engineering programs at a four-year institution.

Engineers can pursue careers in areas of business, research and development, education, health professions, industry, government, and computer information systems.

With a shortage of qualified engineers in the United States, demand is high in this profession. CCBC’s Engineering program emphasizes strong qualitative and quantitative skills related to mathematics and science concepts. Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed in the field of engineering. Students are prepared to either enter the workforce or transfer to a college offering a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

The program builds a strong background in computer-aided drafting, engineering concepts, mathematics, physics, chemistry, C++ programming, robotics, and communication skills. Industry-standard software applications are used to develop classroom project solutions. Courses are comparable in content and expectations to the first two years of most engineering programs at a four-year institution.

Engineers can pursue careers in areas of business, research and development, education, health professions, industry, government, and computer information systems.

With a shortage of qualified engineers in the United States, demand is high in this profession. CCBC’s Engineering program emphasizes strong qualitative and quantitative skills related to mathematics and science concepts. Students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed in the field of engineering. Students are prepared to either enter the workforce or transfer to a college offering a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

The program builds a strong background in computer-aided drafting, engineering concepts, mathematics, physics, chemistry, C++ programming, robotics, and communication skills. Industry-standard software applications are used to develop classroom project solutions. Courses are comparable in content and expectations to the first two years of most engineering programs at a four-year institution.

Engineers can pursue careers in areas of business, research and development, education, health professions, industry, government, and computer information systems.

This program to help the student acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the Criminal Justice field. Through this course of study, the student becomes familiar with the theory and use of lethal weapons, investigative techniques including forensic and crime lab analysis, criminal law, and many other topics essential to the effective administration of justice.

Upon program completion, the student is prepared for an entry-level position in the diverse fields of local, state, and federal policing, corrections, probation and parole, juvenile corrections, substance abuse counseling, and crime victim counseling. Aside from the vocational studies, this program provides the student with a balance of academic courses to prepare the student for advancement in a select occupation. English, Mathematics, and Social Science components ensure a well-rounded education.

The optional internship enables you to put the knowledge to work in a real-world environment. Through this internship, the student gains practical experience on-the-job while earning credits. This option allows the student to increase his/her skill and confidence while enhancing employment opportunities after graduation.

Program Outcomes: Graduates will be able to

Students will have the skills to successfully complete an internship, transfer to an advanced program, and/or gain employment.
Students will be able to identify the inter-relationship of the three parts of the criminal justice system.
Students will be able to present themselves in a professional manner to peers, professionals, and employers in the field.
Curriculum First Year

This program to help the student acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the Criminal Justice field. Through this course of study, the student becomes familiar with the theory and use of lethal weapons, investigative techniques including forensic and crime lab analysis, criminal law, and many other topics essential to the effective administration of justice.

Upon program completion, the student is prepared for an entry-level position in the diverse fields of local, state, and federal policing, corrections, probation and parole, juvenile corrections, substance abuse counseling, and crime victim counseling. Aside from the vocational studies, this program provides the student with a balance of academic courses to prepare the student for advancement in a select occupation. English, Mathematics, and Social Science components ensure a well-rounded education.

The optional internship enables you to put the knowledge to work in a real-world environment. Through this internship, the student gains practical experience on-the-job while earning credits. This option allows the student to increase his/her skill and confidence while enhancing employment opportunities after graduation.

Program Outcomes: Graduates will be able to

Students will have the skills to successfully complete an internship, transfer to an advanced program, and/or gain employment.
Students will be able to identify the inter-relationship of the three parts of the criminal justice system.
Students will be able to present themselves in a professional manner to peers, professionals, and employers in the field.
Curriculum First Year

This program is geared toward those individuals who are seeking employment in the field of security or private investigations. The hands-on and practical application of the material in these classes will give a student the tools necessary for immediate employment in the private sector; one of the fastest-growing areas in the criminal justice field.

This program to help the student acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the Criminal Justice field. Through this course of study, the student becomes familiar with the theory and use of lethal weapons, investigative techniques including forensic and crime lab analysis, criminal law, and many other topics essential to the effective administration of justice.

Upon program completion, the student is prepared for an entry-level position in the diverse fields of local, state, and federal policing, corrections, probation and parole, juvenile corrections, substance abuse counseling, and crime victim counseling. Aside from the vocational studies, this program provides the student with a balance of academic courses to prepare the student for advancement in a select occupation. English, Mathematics, and Social Science components ensure a well-rounded education.

The optional internship enables you to put the knowledge to work in a real-world environment. Through this internship, the student gains practical experience on-the-job while earning credits. This option allows the student to increase his/her skill and confidence while enhancing employment opportunities after graduation.

Program Outcomes: Graduates will be able to

Students will have the skills to successfully complete an internship, transfer to an advanced program, and/or gain employment.
Students will be able to identify the inter-relationship of the three parts of the criminal justice system.
Students will be able to present themselves in a professional manner to peers, professionals, and employers in the field.
Curriculum First Year

The Beaver County Municipal Police Training Academy partners with the College to provide vocational and academic training leading to an Associate in Applied Science Degree. The program is designed to meet Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission requirements through the Beaver County Municipal Police Training Academy and academic degree requirements through CCBC.

The Police Technology curriculum provides the 919 hours of training mandated by the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission in anticipation of employment as a municipal police officer.

Upon completion of the certificate portion of the program, graduates can apply for a waiver of Act 120 training, and upon successful completion of the State Certification Exam can be employed as municipal police officers, probation officers, campus police officers, park rangers, and federal law enforcement officers.

The Beaver County Municipal Police Training Academy has teamed up with CCBC to provide the vocational training leading to certification in Police Technology.

The curriculum provides you with the 919 hours of training mandated by the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission in anticipation of employment as a municipal police officer.

This program is designed to meet the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission's instructional requirements for currently employed officers as well as those seeking employment in police enforcement. Topics covered during the two semesters include physical and emotional readiness; defense tactics and handling arrested persons; motor vehicle law; patrol procedures and operations; report writing and case preparation; basic firearms; and first aid and CPR.

Upon completion of this program, students newly hired as police officers can apply for a waiver of Act 120 schooling based on their successful completion of the Commission's criteria.

The Early Learning and Development (ELD) program is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills to work with young children, ages birth through nine, and their families. The program is based on nationally recognized standards and is for individuals who wish to work in the field of early childhood education but do not want to pursue public school teacher certification. Students will learn to work with young children in a variety of settings such as childcare, preschools, Head Start and Early Start programs, family home childcare facilities, early intervention programs, and various other locations. Graduation will qualify the student for assistant teaching positions, and childcare and therapeutic staff support positions. With experience, the graduate may be considered for supervisory positions such as group supervisor, lead teacher or director. After graduation, students may consider opening their own childcare facility, family home daycare business or transfer to a four-year university to earn a baccalaureate degree in such fields as: child development, family studies, consumer science, child life specialist, home visitors, museum work, children’s librarian, and art therapy.

The program is designed to equip individuals with knowledge and skills to work with young children, aged birth through eight, based on nationally recognized standards. Students will learn to work with young children in group settings such as childcare facilities, preschools, Early Head Start and Head Start programs, family home daycares, early intervention programs, and various other settings. Students will learn through classroom discussion and instruction, hands-on activities, and 280+ hours of observation and field experience. With the educational background and skills acquired, graduation will qualify the student for an assistant teaching position. With experience, the graduate may be considered for supervisory positions such as group supervisor, lead teacher, or director. After graduation, students may consider opening their own childcare facility or family home daycare or transfer to a four-year institution to earn a baccalaureate.

The Early Learning and Development (ELD) program is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills to work with young children, ages birth through nine, and their families. The program is based on nationally recognized standards and is for individuals who wish to work in the field of early childhood education but do not want to pursue public school teacher certification. Students will learn to work with young children in a variety of settings such as childcare, preschools, Head Start and Early Start programs, family home childcare facilities, early intervention programs, and various other locations. Graduation will qualify the student for assistant teaching positions, and childcare and therapeutic staff support positions. With experience, the graduate may be considered for supervisory positions such as group supervisor, lead teacher or director. After graduation, students may consider opening their own childcare facility, family home daycare business or transfer to a four-year university to earn a baccalaureate degree in such fields as: child development, family studies, consumer science, child life specialist, home visitors, museum work, children’s librarian, and art therapy.

The program is designed to equip individuals with knowledge and skills to work with young children, aged birth through eight, based on nationally recognized standards. Students will learn to work with young children in group settings such as childcare facilities, preschools, Early Head Start and Head Start programs, family home daycares, early intervention programs, and various other settings. Students will learn through classroom discussion and instruction, hands-on activities, and 280+ hours of observation and field experience. With the educational background and skills acquired, graduation will qualify the student for an assistant teaching position. With experience, the graduate may be considered for supervisory positions such as group supervisor, lead teacher, or director. After graduation, students may consider opening their own childcare facility or family home daycare or transfer to a four-year institution to earn a baccalaureate.

CCBC's Emergency Medical Technician course provides entry-level certification for those interested in obtaining employment in Emergency Medical Services. The program follows the

National Registry curriculum. Topics covered include patient assessment, basic cardiac life support, trauma care, burn care, scene safety, Basic Haz-Mat, and Incident Command (ICS).

Environmental Science unites a number of disciplines in order to understand the biologic, hydrologic, geologic, and atmospheric components of the Earth and the role of human beings on the Earth. Graduates are able to transfer to a four-year institution where they can major in areas such as Ecology, Forestry, Horticulture and Agriculture, and Sustainable Resource Management.

The social work program focuses on four key areas: an introduction to the historical development of the knowledge and values of the social work profession; an introduction to social work practice skills and the generalist social work model; an introduction to cultural diversity and the opportunity to begin to develop cultural competency; and an introduction to a strengths-based perspective of a multiple systems approach to human development across the life span. Students also participate in a final semester seminar which requires each student to participate in the community for observation as well as an orientation to the entry-level social work position.

Learn the fundamentals of operating an EKG machine. Topics include anatomy and physiology of the human heart; cardiac conduction system; placement of a 12-lead EKG; errors and artifacts; recognition of abnormalities; critical thinking; safety; and infection control.

The Multi-Skilled Health Technician curriculum is a Certificate Program, which combines the skills of a nurse aide, phlebotomist, and EKG technician. The program can be completed in 7 to 12 months. A specific course can be taken to master a skill or the entire curriculum can be completed to produce a multi-skilled health care individual.

Students who successfully complete the nurse aide course, with a partnering institution, are eligible to sit for the PA registry exam for nurse aides. Likewise, students who successfully complete the courses Introduction to the Medical Laboratory and Clinical Phlebotomy are eligible to sit for the ASCP National Registry exam for phlebotomists.

Students who complete the Nurse Aide program with a partnering institution must successfully complete the PA Registry Exam in order to receive credit toward the MSHT certificate.

Upon successful completion of the Multi-Skilled Health Technician Program, graduates are prepared to seek employment in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, public health agencies, sub-acute care facilities, and long-term care facilities.

The Multi-Skilled Health Technician curriculum is a Certificate Program, which combines the skills of a nurse aide, phlebotomist, and EKG technician. The program can be completed in 7 to 12 months. A specific course can be taken to master a skill or the entire curriculum can be completed to produce a multi-skilled health care individual.

Students who successfully complete the nurse aide course, with a partnering institution, are eligible to sit for the PA registry exam for nurse aides. Likewise, students who successfully complete the courses Introduction to the Medical Laboratory and Clinical Phlebotomy are eligible to sit for the ASCP National Registry exam for phlebotomists.

Students who complete the Nurse Aide program with a partnering institution must successfully complete the PA Registry Exam in order to receive credit toward the MSHT certificate.

Upon successful completion of the Multi-Skilled Health Technician Program, graduates are prepared to seek employment in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, public health agencies, sub-acute care facilities, and long-term care facilities.

The Multi-Skilled Health Technician curriculum is a Certificate Program, which combines the skills of a nurse aide, phlebotomist, and EKG technician. The program can be completed in 7 to 12 months. A specific course can be taken to master a skill or the entire curriculum can be completed to produce a multi-skilled health care individual.

Students who successfully complete the nurse aide course, with a partnering institution, are eligible to sit for the PA registry exam for nurse aides. Likewise, students who successfully complete the courses Introduction to the Medical Laboratory and Clinical Phlebotomy are eligible to sit for the ASCP National Registry exam for phlebotomists.

Students who complete the Nurse Aide program with a partnering institution must successfully complete the PA Registry Exam in order to receive credit toward the MSHT certificate.

Upon successful completion of the Multi-Skilled Health Technician Program, graduates are prepared to seek employment in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, public health agencies, sub-acute care facilities, and long-term care facilities.

Phlebotomy involves the practice of drawing blood for clients and taking the blood specimens to the laboratory to prepare them for testing. The phlebotomy courses include topics such as anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system and blood-drawing techniques. Students will have hands-on training in drawing blood through vein punctures and skin punctures.

After students complete the program, they may take the national certification examination that credentials them as certified phlebotomists [PBT (ASCP)]. Program graduates will be fully prepared for entry into the field of health care with employers such as laboratories, donor centers, physician offices, hospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, and public health departments.

In just three semesters, achieve eligibility to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and give safe nursing care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or dentist. You will participate in clinical experiences in a variety of hospital and healthcare settings to gain valuable real-world training.

The PN program totals three semesters (spring, summer, and fall) in length and may be completed in one calendar year. The PN graduate receives a Diploma and is eligible to write the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX - PN) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The LPN gives safe nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or dentist. Opportunities for employment are found in all types of health care agencies, such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, private homes, and visiting nurse agencies.

According to the US Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment of radiologic technologists is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2030, as the population grows and ages, increasing the demand for diagnostic imaging.

Radiography programs require, at a minimum, a high school diploma or the equivalent. High school courses in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology are helpful. The programs provide both classroom and clinical instruction in anatomy and physiology, patient care procedures, radiation physics, radiation protection, principles of imaging, medical terminology, positioning of patients, medical ethics, radiobiology, pathology, and digital imaging.

Federal legislation protects the public from the hazards of unnecessary exposure to medical and dental radiation by ensuring that operators of radiologic equipment are adequately trained. Under this legislation, the Federal Government sets voluntary standards that the States may use for accrediting training programs and certifying individuals who engage in medical or dental radiography. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is eligible to sit for the Registry exam from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for certification.

Various career opportunities are available after graduation. Radiographers are currently employed in hospitals, private physicians’ offices, clinics, sales, industry, and military service. Ample opportunity for professional growth and advancement exists in specialty areas such as Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, Computerized Automated Tomography (CT), Special Procedures, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), as well as management and education.

Process Technology is a two-year program leading to an associate’s degree in applied science. The program provides the student a broad-based education in math, science, computer literacy, process technology, soft skills (reliability, leadership, communication, and conflict resolution), and training in mechanical aptitude development for a career as a process technician or operator.