Florence-Darlington Technical College

This is an advanced certificate targeted for students who have completed an Associate degree in Engineering Technology or who have work experience in a related field with a competency of MAT 110.

This certificate provides students with training in basic CAD skills and prepares them to continue in the Civil Engineering Technology – Graphics Program of Study curriculum or for entry-level positions in the industry.

This certificate provides students with training in basic and intermediate CAD skills and prepares them to continue in the Civil Engineering Technology - Graphics Program of Study curriculum or for entry-level positions in the industry.

ATE refers to the common first-year courses taken during the first three semesters of all two-year associate degree programs in Engineering Technology. The ATE courses integrate the first-year engineering technologies, applied science, technical mathematics and communication courses. These engineering technology courses are problem-based and focus on collaborative learning. For more information about the ATE program, please visit www.scate.org.

Civil engineering technicians apply the principles and theories of science, engineering and mathematics to solve problems in construction, manufacturing, sales, surveying, customer service and research and development. Most civil engineering technicians work regular hours in laboratories, offices, or on construction sites. Civil engineering technicians may work in testing, planning and supervision. They work on infrastructure including roads, bridges, tunnels, sewage systems, subways, airports, buildings, and water supply systems. The two-year degree program is designed to prepare civil engineering technicians for a broad-based education that gives the student a number of career choices.

Engineering graphics technicians learn and expand their ability to communicate graphically the principles and theories of science, engineering and mathematics. They also help solve problems in research and development, manufacturing, building design and construction, sales and customer service.

This certificate provides students with fundamental skills associated with entry-level Geographic Information systems positions in industry. This program is designed to introduce students to the geographic information systems used to evaluate large amounts of data. Students will acquire techniques for retrieving spatial and database information which will be used in preparing analytical reports.

The Diesel Technology program at FDTC is designed to prepare students for the many employment opportunities in the diesel equipment industry. This unique program allows students to enter the program during multiple opportunities throughout the year. This program also gives students the option of earning a certificate or an Associates degree (both require about two years of continuous enrollment to complete the curriculum). Students are trained on diesel engines, drive trains, hydraulic systems, brakes, steering, fuel systems, suspensions, electrical systems, and computerized engine controls. Students enrolled in Diesel Technology learn the theory of operation along with the latest repair and diagnostic procedures available in the diesel industry. The classroom and laboratory exercises provide a well-rounded learning experience that prepares the student for a variety of career opportunities.

The Diesel Technology program at FDTC is designed to prepare students for the many employment opportunities in the diesel equipment industry. This unique program allows students to enter the program during multiple opportunities throughout the year. This program also gives students the option of earning a certificate or an Associates degree (both require about two years of continuous enrollment to complete the curriculum). Students are trained on diesel engines, drive trains, hydraulic systems, brakes, steering, fuel systems, suspensions, electrical systems, and computerized engine controls. Students enrolled in Diesel Technology learn the theory of operation along with the latest repair and diagnostic procedures available in the diesel industry. The classroom and laboratory exercises provide a well-rounded learning experience that prepares the student for a variety of career opportunities.

The three electronics programs are designed to give students the skills and knowledge to pursue rewarding careers. These programs are designed to meet the specific interest of individual students and the technical needs in today's economy. The electronics engineering technology is a dual track program. Electronics Engineering is a two-year degree program leading to an Associate in Engineering Technology. After completing the first year of core course, students have the option of selecting the Electronic program of studies with emphasis in industrial applications, or computer networking with emphasis in LAN/WAN concepts, routers and network switches.

The Essentials of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (Certificate) is a program that will provide students with the basic knowledge of installing and maintaining heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.

The Essentials of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (Certificate) is a program that will provide students with the basic knowledge of installing and maintaining heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Degree is a 2-year program that will provide students with the necessary knowledge of installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.

This program is designed to train individuals with welding skills and experience in the practices and processes of pipe welding and pipe fitting. Students will build mastery by using ARC welding on steel pipe and TIG welding on steel and stainless steel pipe. Additional topics include pipe fitting skills and processes such as print reading, piping calculations, material takeoffs, material cutting processes, pipe beveling, and layout practices.

This program is designed to train individuals with welding skills and experience in the practices and processes of pipe welding and pipe fitting. Students will build mastery by using ARC welding on steel pipe and TIG welding on steel and stainless steel pipe. Additional topics include pipe fitting skills and processes such as print reading, piping calculations, material takeoffs, material cutting processes, pipe beveling, and layout practices.

This program will provide skills that will enable the student to produce structurally sound and quality welds.

This program will provide skills that will enable the student to produce structurally sound and quality welds. Employment opportunities are found in maintenance, construction, fabrication, and their related fields.

This is an advanced certificate targeted for students who have completed the Additive Manufacturing Designer Certificate Level I. Students who complete this Level II certificate will be offered the opportunity to take the SME Additive Manufacturing Certification exam.

The Production Technology Associate I program provides students with the knowledge of manufacturing production process, equipment, design, and operation. Students will spend hands-on time working with applications, tools and equipment used in today’s manufacturing environment. The Production Technology Associate I certificate provides students with the knowledge necessary for employment as an entry-level production technician in a manufacturing facility. Positions include production associate, equipment/machine operator, assembler/fabricator.

This certificate is targeted for students who wish to obtain basic entry-level skills in the setup and finishing of parts for the additive manufacturing process.

The Industrial Maintenance Technology program provides students with fundamental mechanical skills associated with entry-level maintenance positions and prepares students for careers in large manufacturing companies as industrial machinery and maintenance technicians. Industrial maintenance technicians keep machinery and equipment in the plant up and running so that production can continue.

The Industrial Maintenance Technology program provides students with fundamental mechanical skills associated with entry-level maintenance positions and prepares students for careers in large manufacturing companies as industrial machinery and maintenance technicians. Industrial maintenance technicians keep machinery and equipment in the plant up and running so that production can continue.

The three electronics programs are designed to give students the skills and knowledge to pursue rewarding careers. These programs are designed to meet the specific interest of individual students and the technical needs in today's economy. Process Control is a one-year certificate program to train students with the skills necessary to implement and maintain process control equipment in a manufacturing facility. This program consists of theory and application of PLC's, instrumentation, PID loops and factory automation.

The Machine Tool Technology program is designed to teach manufacturing processes and methods using both manual and computer-controlled machine tools. Basic skills will be developed on a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, Wire EDM and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. Employment opportunities include machinist, tool inspector, and tool and die maker, methods technician, manufacturing process technician, quality and Production control technician.

The Machine Tool diploma is a three semester program designed to prepare students for gainful employment in the area of precision machining. The course objectives include learning safe work habits, metallurgy, precision measurement, and the set up and operation of machine tools that cut and shape metal. Lathes, milling machines, drill presses, saws, and grinders are some of the equipment used in the Machine Tool curriculum. Machine Tool graduates can become employed as a machinist, instrument maker, and CNC Operator.

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Program is five terms in duration once the student is prepared for initial Communications and Mathematics requirements. Students who require preparatory coursework prior to program entry will require longer to complete the program. The students are exposed to a number of technologies during curriculum coursework. Robotics: Students have the opportunity to interact with a training robot to develop familiarity with fundamental displacement concepts. Students create and edit basic programs for pick and place applications for a finite number of objects. Students determine training robot limitations, develop file management skill, and explore how operators will interact with the robot via an applicable teach pendant. During this process the students learn troubleshooting techniques and hone their programming skill. Fluid Power: Students are exposed to fluid mechanics and practical hydraulics and pneumatics. They actively build and document both hydraulic and pneumatic circuits. They are also exposed to the electrical control and control logic of intermediate fluid power circuits. Engineering Graphics: Students are exposed to the fundamentals of engineering graphics. They apply these techniques in 2D CAD and 3D solid modeling. Techniques are reinforced throughout the curriculum in various courses and students are challenged to develop further skill and utilize 3D modeling to develop, document and present creative and robust solutions to technical problems. Students also gain exposure to advanced materials technology and additive manufacturing technology via coursework and interaction with staff at the Southeastern Institute for Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT). Integrated Technology: Students amass soft skills along with technical skills that are necessary to assimilate into the workforce quickly. Programs in place at FDTC have successfully prepared students for this transition for well over a decade utilizing this approach. Engineering Technician Careers have evolved over the past decades - this has resulted in new challenges for technicians in the workforce. They must be prepared to continually learn new technologies and processes - they must be able to adapt. FDTC Engineering Technology Students have met this challenge and are continuing to do so today. [FDTC's Engineering Technology Programs are tasked with continuing to prepare incoming students to meet the challenges of the future].

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Program is five terms in duration once the student is prepared for initial Communications and Mathematics requirements. Students who require preparatory coursework prior to program entry will require longer to complete the program. The students are exposed to a number of technologies during curriculum coursework. Robotics: Students have the opportunity to interact with a training robot to develop familiarity with fundamental displacement concepts. Students create and edit basic programs for pick and place applications for a finite number of objects. Students determine training robot limitations, develop file management skill, and explore how operators will interact with the robot via an applicable teach pendant. During this process the students learn troubleshooting techniques and hone their programming skill. Fluid Power: Students are exposed to fluid mechanics and practical hydraulics and pneumatics. They actively build and document both hydraulic and pneumatic circuits. They are also exposed to the electrical control and control logic of intermediate fluid power circuits. Engineering Graphics: Students are exposed to the fundamentals of engineering graphics. They apply these techniques in 2D CAD and 3D solid modeling. Techniques are reinforced throughout the curriculum in various courses and students are challenged to develop further skill and utilize 3D modeling to develop, document and present creative and robust solutions to technical problems. Students also gain exposure to advanced materials technology and additive manufacturing technology via coursework and interaction with staff at the Southeastern Institute for Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT). Integrated Technology: Students amass soft skills along with technical skills that are necessary to assimilate into the workforce quickly. Programs in place at FDTC have successfully prepared students for this transition for well over a decade utilizing this approach. Engineering Technician Careers have evolved over the past decades - this has resulted in new challenges for technicians in the workforce. They must be prepared to continually learn new technologies and processes - they must be able to adapt. FDTC Engineering Technology Students have met this challenge and are continuing to do so today. [FDTC's Engineering Technology Programs are tasked with continuing to prepare incoming students to meet the challenges of the future].

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Program is five terms in duration once the student is prepared for initial Communications and Mathematics requirements. Students who require preparatory coursework prior to program entry will require longer to complete the program. The students are exposed to a number of technologies during curriculum coursework. Robotics: Students have the opportunity to interact with a training robot to develop familiarity with fundamental displacement concepts. Students create and edit basic programs for pick and place applications for a finite number of objects. Students determine training robot limitations, develop file management skill, and explore how operators will interact with the robot via an applicable teach pendant. During this process the students learn troubleshooting techniques and hone their programming skill. Fluid Power: Students are exposed to fluid mechanics and practical hydraulics and pneumatics. They actively build and document both hydraulic and pneumatic circuits. They are also exposed to the electrical control and control logic of intermediate fluid power circuits. Engineering Graphics: Students are exposed to the fundamentals of engineering graphics. They apply these techniques in 2D CAD and 3D solid modeling. Techniques are reinforced throughout the curriculum in various courses and students are challenged to develop further skill and utilize 3D modeling to develop, document and present creative and robust solutions to technical problems. Students also gain exposure to advanced materials technology and additive manufacturing technology via coursework and interaction with staff at the Southeastern Institute for Manufacturing and Technology (SiMT). Integrated Technology: Students amass soft skills along with technical skills that are necessary to assimilate into the workforce quickly. Programs in place at FDTC have successfully prepared students for this transition for well over a decade utilizing this approach. Engineering Technician Careers have evolved over the past decades - this has resulted in new challenges for technicians in the workforce. They must be prepared to continually learn new technologies and processes - they must be able to adapt. FDTC Engineering Technology Students have met this challenge and are continuing to do so today. [FDTC's Engineering Technology Programs are tasked with continuing to prepare incoming students to meet the challenges of the future].

The three electronics programs are designed to give students the skills and knowledge to pursue rewarding careers. These programs are designed to meet the specific interest of individual students and the technical needs in today's economy. Process Control is a one-year certificate program to train students with the skills necessary to implement and maintain process control equipment in a manufacturing facility. This program consists of theory and application of PLC's, instrumentation, PID loops and factory automation.

The three electronics programs are designed to give students the skills and knowledge to pursue rewarding careers. These programs are designed to meet the specific interest of individual students and the technical needs in today's economy. Process Control is a one-year certificate program to train students with the skills necessary to implement and maintain process control equipment in a manufacturing facility. This program consists of theory and application of PLC's, instrumentation, PID loops and factory automation.

This program trains auto-body technicians in the use of equipment and materials used in the auto-body repair industry. The study of unibody, structure repair, sheet metal repair, welding spot repair, estimating and refinishing are covered. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the auto-body repair industry. The collision industry offers attractive benefits and more than competitive wages.

This program trains technicians to diagnose, service and maintain both gasoline and diesel vehicles. Employment opportunities are available in the automotive or trucking industries and their related fields.

This program trains automotive technicians to diagnose, service and repair automobiles and light trucks.

This program provides basic training for persons interested in working in the automotive field. Vehicle servicing, systems maintenance and problem diagnosis are covered.

This program is designed as part of stackable credentials with existing BOOST certificates and is for students who have completed the CNA certificate or a credentialed CNA, LPN or RN. Students will be able to set up and administer ECG, stress test, Holter monitoring, phlebotomy, edit and deliver test results to physicians for analysis, and schedule appointments. Students will be a multi-skilled allied health professional.

The Nursing Assistant Certificate will be the foundation of stackable, short-term, entry-level certificates in the health care arena. This certificate will provide a foundation in health care careers, communication, soft skills, computers, and anatomy and physiology. Students will develop basic nursing skills required of nursing assistants in skilled health care settings, such as activity of daily living, vital signs, eating, elimination, and safety measures. Instructional methods will be varied including classroom, online/hybrid, simulation/virtual reality, and clinical rotations. Upon completion of this certificate, the student will be eligible to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) Examination. Successful completion of the exam, along with listing in the South Carolina Nurse Aide Registry is required to work as a Certified Nursing Aide in South Carolina.

The phlebotomy program is a two semester program that begins annually in the fall. The 1st semester students take the first PBT prefix course where basic laboratory concepts, safety and venipuncture techniques are introduced and practiced. The 2nd semester (spring) is the clinical experience and Capstone review for certification exam. Students will put in 120 hours and 100 successful venipunctures which will make them eligible to challenge the certification exam. The remaining course work are general education courses.

The mission of the Medical Laboratory Technology Program is to provide a comprehensive technical education program that prepares quality graduates to work in the medical, clinical, and research laboratory industry. Upon completion of the MLT program, students are awarded an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and are eligible to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Board of Certification (BOC) examination. The ASCP-BOC will award the Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) credential upon successful completion of the examination.

The phlebotomy program is a two semester program that begins annually in the fall. The 1st semester students take the first PBT prefix course where basic laboratory concepts, safety and venipuncture techniques are introduced and practiced. The 2nd semester (spring) is the clinical experience and Capstone review for certification exam. Students will put in 120 hours and 100 successful venipunctures which will make them eligible to challenge the certification exam. The remaining course work are general education courses.

The Dental Hygiene program is an Associate’s Degree program that is five semesters in length and is comprised of didactic, clinical, and laboratory courses offered at the Health Science Campus. Students will experience real-life patient interactions through clinical courses and will have the opportunity to work with a variety of patients of diverse backgrounds. Students will also have the opportunity to hone their clinical skills in an on-site, fully-functioning, dental hygiene clinic. Dental hygiene students will be able to study and practice all procedures they will be licensed to perform, including scaling (cleaning) teeth above and below the gum-line, polishing structures above the gum-line, performing infiltration anesthetic procedures, teaching oral hygiene instruction, nutritional counseling, and performing all duties of an Expanded-Duty Dental Assistant.

The Expanded-Duty Dental Assisting program is a Diploma program that is three semesters in length and is comprised of didactic, clinical, and laboratory courses offered at the Health Science Campus. In addition to on-site clinical experiences, dental assisting students will have the opportunity to gain meaningful experiences through off-site clinical rotations. Dental assisting students will be able to study and practice all expanded duties that they will be certified to perform, including assisting the dentist with restorative procedures, teaching oral hygiene instruction, taking impressions of teeth, polishing structures above the gum-line, taking radiographs (x-rays), placing preventive sealants to the pits and grooves of teeth, and monitoring of nitrous oxide.

To provide specialized education and training for members in the Health Care profession who wish to focus on quality improvement, healthcare risks and patient safety in various health care settings.

The Health Information Management program at Florence Darlington Technical College is designed to prepare students for the growing field of health information technology/management. Accurate and appropriate information is essential to today’s healthcare system. Health information management (HIM) professionals provide a necessary supportive role that ensures the access of patient health data for optimal decision-making and clinical care across organizations, settings, and health disciplines. HIM professionals play a critical role in maintaining, collecting and analyzing the data that these health professionals need. Courses within this program of study include instruction in:

The medical assisting certificate program is a three semester (1 year) program that always has a fall start. Fall and spring semesters include general education and MED specific courses containing lecture and student lab experiences. The summer term is mostly clinical experiences in physician offices and hospital settings. There is a capstone review to prepare students for their certification exam.

The FDTC LPN to ADN Transition Program prepares students for this performance profession requiring intellectual, interpersonal and psychomotor skills that are based upon biological, behavioral and humanistic principles. Graduates of the Associate Degree Nursing program are prepared to work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics and outpatient centers. Upon completion of the program, the student is eligible for an Associate Degree in Applied Science and may apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing Practice (NCLEX-RN). There are four semesters and 54 credits in the LPN-ADN Transition program. The ADN Nursing program at Florence-Darlington Technical College is accredited by of the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

The Practical Nursing program prepares students for a vocation requiring intellectual, interpersonal, and psychomotor skills that are based upon biological, behavioral, and humanistic principles. Graduates of the Practical Nursing program are prepared to work in a variety of settings and upon completion of the program, the student is eligible to apply to take the licensure boards for Licensed Practical Nursing Practice (NCLEX-PN) There are three semesters and 48 credits in the PN program.

The FDTC Associate Degree Nursing Program prepares students for this performance profession requiring intellectual, interpersonal and psychomotor skills that are based upon biological, behavioral and humanistic principles. Graduates of the Associate Degree Nursing program are prepared to work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics and outpatient centers. Upon completion of the program, the student is eligible for an Associate Degree in Applied Science and may apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing Practice (NCLEX-RN). There are five semesters and 68 credits in the ADN program.

Florence-Darlington Technical College is collaborating with Greenville Technical College (GTC) to offer the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. All of the courses are taught at FDTC; however, the program is under the direction of GTC. Physical therapy is a health profession which involves direct patient care of individuals who experience temporary or permanent disability due to pain, injury, disease or birth defects. A PTA can work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, school systems, home health care, private practice, health clubs and academia. Job opportunities are excellent, especially if the graduate is willing to relocate. Working under the supervision of a physical therapist, the physical therapist assistant works to prevent pain and disability, relieve pain, promote healing, and improve function. Beginning students should have excellent verbal and math skills. This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. The Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum is arranged as a One-Plus-One program. Phase I courses, qualified students are eligible to apply to Phase II, which covers academic and clinical physical therapist assistant coursework. This phase may be completed full-time over 4 successive semesters or via an Extended Track option over 6 semesters. Clinical course assignments during Phase II may require students to travel and arrange temporary accommodations away from home. Graduates of this program must pass a national licensure exam to practice as a physical therapist assistant.

The Florence-Darlington Technical College Program of Radiologic Technology is a two year Associate of Science Degree program designed to provide entry-level Radiographers capable of delivering quality health care through a competency based clinical and didactic education. The education provided to the students will develop communication and critical thinking skills while instilling the need for a commitment to life-long learning. Upon completion of the Radiologic Technology program, students are awarded an AAS (Associate in Applied Science degree) and are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certification exam.

Respiratory therapists work closely with physicians and nurses in the treatment and diagnosis of various breathing disorders. Respiratory therapists, practicing under a physician's direction, assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care therapeutic treatments and diagnostic procedures, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Respiratory therapists are also more likely to provide complex therapy requiring considerable independent judgment, such as caring for patients on life support in hospital intensive care units. Respiratory therapists are required to have an in-depth knowledge of heart-lung physiology, effective communication skills, problem solving skills, integrity, compassion, tolerance, ethics, and effective stress coping skills. Respiratory therapists are employed in health care facilities including acute care hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home care.

Are you interested in an exciting environment that will provide numerous opportunities for you to showcase your talents under pressure, demand you to use your quick decision making capabilities , and provide you with a promising outlook for job security? If so, the world of Surgical Technology may be what you have been searching for. Surgical Technologist find themselves working alongside many surgeons in the best facilities, and play a major role in saving and improving the quality of life for others. The opportunities that are presented to people in this career field are vast and exciting, from delivering babies and assisting in cosmetic surgery, to organ procurement and open heart surgery.

This certificate is designed to help students attain the skills necessary to install, configure and support Cisco devices in a small to medium organization or as part of a team in a large enterprise. This program will also help students prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification examination.

This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level information technology positions requiring hands-on technical, computer, and networking skills that support home and small business.

The goal is to give students the ability to fit into a variety of information systems infrastructures by teaching basic concepts within the framework of a wide variety of equipment and architectures. The program prepares students for the CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ and the Cisco CCENT/CCNA exams.

To provide students with the fundamental skills to design and construct web sites for small business applications and to interact with those business clients. The Essential Web Development Certificate provides students with the skills to design and construct web pages with programmatic and database underpinnings to support business needs.

This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level information technology positions requiring hands-on technical, computer, and networking skills that support home and small business.

This certificate is designed to provide students with basic technology, computer hard- ware, software, communications and sales skills that will prepare them for employment opportunities in a technical sales role.

This certificate is designed to provide students with basic technology, computer hard- ware, software, communications and sales skills that will prepare them for employment opportunities in a technical sales role.

Criminal Justice Technology prepares students for a broad variety of careers in policing, corrections, courts, private security, and homeland security. The duties include protecting lives and property, enhancing community relations, enforcing laws, patrolling and responding to calls, collecting facts through investigations, conducting surveillance, writing reports, and controlling convicted offenders in a correctional setting or in the community. Personnel in this vocation are employed by private, local, state, and federal agencies. According to the U. S. Department of Labor the annual income for criminal justice personnel is $22,000. The projected growth in job opportunities in criminal justice positions is in the 21-35% range for the next decade.

Criminal Justice Technology prepares students for a broad variety of careers in policing, corrections, courts, private security, and homeland security. The duties include protecting lives and property, enhancing community relations, enforcing laws, patrolling and responding to calls, collecting facts through investigations, conducting surveillance, writing reports, and controlling convicted offenders in a correctional setting or in the community. Personnel in this vocation are employed by private, local, state, and federal agencies. According to the U. S. Department of Labor the annual income for criminal justice personnel is $22,000. The projected growth in job opportunities in criminal justice positions is in the 21-35% range for the next decade.

Criminal Justice Technology prepares students for a broad variety of careers in policing, corrections, courts, private security, and homeland security. The duties include protecting lives and property, enhancing community relations, enforcing laws, patrolling and responding to calls, collecting facts through investigations, conducting surveillance, writing reports, and controlling convicted offenders in a correctional setting or in the community. Personnel in this vocation are employed by private, local, state, and federal agencies. According to the U. S. Department of Labor the annual income for criminal justice personnel is $22,000. The projected growth in job opportunities in criminal justice positions is in the 21-35% range for the next decade.

Early Care and Education', 'Associate in Applied Science with a major in Early Care and Education', 'ECE Degree graduates will demonstrate, through authentic field assessment, professional dispositions of the field of Early Care and Education, realized in commitments to children, families, colleagues, and community; evidenced in the practices of (1) evidence-based practice and advocacy, (2) upholding ethical and other standards of the field, (3) respectful collaboration within a community of learners, (4) effective and prosocial verbal and written communication, (4) reflection and self-assessment for continuous learning, (5) critical thinking that seeks and considers multiple perspectives, (6) identifying and using professional and community resources, (7) leadership for positive change.

Early childhood and child-care workers are employed in private and public centers, school systems, community and state agencies, as well as religious institutions. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, the average for early childhood and child-care workers is $15,100. The projected growth in job opportunities for early childhood and child-care workers is 21-35% for the next ten years.

Early childhood and child-care workers are employed in private and public centers, school systems, community and state agencies, as well as religious institutions. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, the average for early childhood and child-care workers is $15,100. The projected growth in job opportunities for early childhood and child-care workers is 21-35% for the next ten years.

Early childhood and child-care workers are employed in private and public centers, school systems, community and state agencies, as well as religious institutions. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, the average for early childhood and child-care workers is $15,100. The projected growth in job opportunities for early childhood and child-care workers is 21-35% for the next ten years.

The Infant/Toddler Certificate was developed in response to the increasing demand for quality childcare for children aged birth to three. The purpose of this program is to provide graduates with skills and knowledge in the areas of growth and development, guidance, exceptionality, inclusion and early intervention, socialization, and curriculum issues and trends. This program is for providers currently caring for children as well as individuals preparing to enter the profession. Early childhood and child-care workers are employed in private and public centers, school systems, community and state agencies, as well as, religious institutions. Ac- cording to the U. S. Bureau of Labor, the average for early childhood and child-care workers is $15,100. The projected growth in job opportunities for early childhood and child-care workers is 21-35% for the next ten years.

The Human Services program is dedicated to providing the community with graduates that are prepared for employment in the helping profession. The curriculum provides both a theoretical and a hands-on, experiential foundation for the development of professional helping skills. The curriculum focuses on areas including effective communication, self-management, assessing client needs, client interviewing and problem solving, providing direct care, understanding documentation, and ethical practices. During the final two semesters, students complete field placements in a working agency where they integrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes which have been taught throughout the program. The program adheres to the development of multicultural competence and values diversity.

Paralegals assist lawyers in their professional responsibilities. For example, they help lawyers prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. Paralegals interview clients, investigate the facts of cases, and identify appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases. They draft written reports that help prepare the legal arguments, draft pleadings and motions to be filed with the court, obtain affidavits, and assist attorneys during trials. A paralegal operates under the direct supervision of the attorney, paralegals must be mindful of prohibitions against lay persons practicing law. Paralegals are found in all types of organizations, but most are employed by law firms, corporate legal departments, and various government offices. In these organizations, they can work in many different areas of the law, including litigation, personal injury, corporate law, criminal law, employee benefits, intellectual property, labor law, bankruptcy, immigration, family law, and real estate. According to the US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics 2004-05 Occupational Outlook Handbook, the median income is approximately $37,950 including bonuses. The projected growth for job opportunities is projected to increase 21-35% through 2012.

Be ready to hit the ground running. When employers advertise for auto repair technicians

Be ready to hit the ground running. When employers advertise for auto repair technicians

Be ready to hit the ground running. When employers advertise for auto repair technicians

This certificate program was developed in response to the increasing demand for individuals with an understanding of the Human Resource field. The purpose of this program is to provide graduates with skills and knowledge in the areas of employment law, human resources management, compensation and benefits analysis, and employee selection and retention. Courses in accounting concepts, personal finance, payroll, and information processing complete the certificate of study. These individuals are employed throughout corporate America in both manufacturing and service industries as well as the public sector.