Mid-Plains Community College

The Diploma-45 Credit Hours option is for students who want technical knowledge and experience in the Auto Body field. Students must complete the 45 credit hours of the Auto Body Program courses listed below for the fall, spring, and summer terms.

The Auto Body Technology program provides students with the basic knowledge and skills for all phases of the auto body industry using the latest equipment and training materials. Employment opportunities include independent repair shops, automotive service departments, self employment, factory representatives, and insurance adjusters.

The Basic Auto Body Certificate is awarded to students who complete courses offered in the fall semester for a total of 17 credit hours.

The Auto Body Technology program provides students with the basic knowledge and skills for all phases of the auto body industry using the latest equipment and training materials. Employment opportunities include independent repair shops, automotive service departments, self employment, factory representatives, and insurance adjusters.

The 55 credit hour Diploma option is for students who want technical knowledge and experience in the Automotive Technology field. Students must complete at least 55 credit hours of the Automotive Technology Program courses listed below for the 1st year and 2nd year terms.

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills, and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician. Electronics and computerization are emphasized to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry. A variety of employment opportunities include automotive dealerships, independent repair shops, specialty repair shops, automotive sales, factory representative, or private ownership of a repair business.

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility.

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility.

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility.

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility.

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility.

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Graduates may consider employment as carpenters, building inspectors, construction materials salespersons, framers, roofers or cabinetmakers. Self-employment/business ownership is also a possibility.

Purpose: Diploma option is for students who want only “hands-on” training in the Electrical Technology field. Students must complete the 45 credit hours of the Electrical Technology Program courses listed below for the fall, spring, and summer terms.

The Electrical Technology Program provides students the opportunity to gain technical knowledge and experience in residential and commercial wiring phases of the electrical industry.Training is in basic electricity, blueprint reading, motors, motor controls, programmable logic controls, and the National Electrical Code. Students experience hands-on work, including actual residential and commercial wiring installation. Options available to students include an Associate of Applied Science Degree and Diploma.By the end of the fifth week, students are required to furnish a complete hand tool set that meets minimum requirements established by the department. Tools purchased are individual transactions directly with vendors and are the property of the students to be used daily on program projects. Students are required to have OSHA-approved safety glasses.Successful completion of the one-year electrical program may enable students to obtain one year of credit toward a journeyman’s license. State and local requirements may vary. Employment opportunities include electrical contractors, maintenance, railroad industry, electrical inspectors, electrical wholesaling, and manufacturing.

The Electrical Technology Program provides students the opportunity to gain technical knowledge and experience in residential and commercial wiring phases of the electrical industry.

Training is in basic electricity, blueprint reading, motors, motor controls, programmable logic controls, and the National Electrical Code. Students experience hands-on work, including actual residential and commercial wiring installation. Options available to students include an Associate of Applied Science Degree and Diploma.

By the end of the fifth week, students are required to furnish a complete hand tool set that meets minimum requirements established by the department. Tools purchased are individual transactions directly with vendors and are the property of the students to be used daily on program projects. Students are required to have OSHA-approved safety glasses.

Successful completion of the one-year electrical program may enable students to obtain one year of credit toward a journeyman’s license. State and local requirements may vary.

Employment opportunities include electrical contractors, maintenance, railroad industry, electrical inspectors, electrical wholesaling, and manufacturing.

The Air Conditioning Certificate provides limited educational opportunity to enhance a student’s skill and ability in this speciality area by completing the following required classes.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Program prepares students for skilled positions installing and servicing heating and cooling systems.Students receive intensive training in labs to apply lecture material to practical situations. An Associate of Applied Science Degree, a 45-credit hour Diploma or Certificates (Furnace, Heat Pump, or Air Conditioning) are options available to the students.As part of the Degree program, students may participate in a summer internship with local HVAC/R employers to receive valuable on-the-job training. Graduates may be employed by contractors in the field or operate their own business.

The Furnace Certificate provides limited educational opportunity to enhance a student’s skill and ability in this speciality area by completing the following required classes.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Program prepares students for skilled positions installing and servicing heating and cooling systems.Students receive intensive training in labs to apply lecture material to practical situations. An Associate of Applied Science Degree, a 45-credit hour Diploma or Certificates (Furnace, Heat Pump, or Air Conditioning) are options available to the students.As part of the Degree program, students may participate in a summer internship with local HVAC/R employers to receive valuable on-the-job training. Graduates may be employed by contractors in the field or operate their own business.

The Heat Pump Certificate provides limited educational opportunity to enhance a student’s skill and ability in this speciality area by completing the following required classes.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Program prepares students for skilled positions installing and servicing heating and cooling systems.Students receive intensive training in labs to apply lecture material to practical situations. An Associate of Applied Science Degree, a 45-credit hour Diploma or Certificates (Furnace, Heat Pump, or Air Conditioning) are options available to the students.As part of the Degree program, students may participate in a summer internship with local HVAC/R employers to receive valuable on-the-job training. Graduates may be employed by contractors in the field or operate their own business.

The Diploma is intended for students who want hands-on skills and job knowledge for service and installation employment. Students will complete the required courses for the fall, spring and summer terms of the HVAC program for a total of 45 semester credit hours. Students seeking the Diploma option should plan on 8 credit hours for internships for this award.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Program prepares students for skilled positions installing and servicing heating and cooling systems.Students receive intensive training in labs to apply lecture material to practical situations. An Associate of Applied Science Degree, a 45-credit hour Diploma or Certificates (Furnace, Heat Pump, or Air Conditioning) are options available to the students.As part of the Degree program, students may participate in a summer internship with local HVAC/R employers to receive valuable on-the-job training. Graduates may be employed by contractors in the field or operate their own business.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Program prepares students for skilled positions installing and servicing heating and cooling systems.Students receive intensive training in labs to apply lecture material to practical situations. An Associate of Applied Science Degree, a 45-credit hour Diploma or Certificates (Furnace, Heat Pump, or Air Conditioning) are options available to the students.As part of the Degree program, students may participate in a summer internship with local HVAC/R employers to receive valuable on-the-job training. Graduates may be employed by contractors in the field or operate their own business.

The Diploma is intended for students wanting to gain hands-on welding skills and knowledge to enter the welding industry. Students complete the 45 semester credit hours of program specific welding classes listed below.

Welding Technology is a program that leads to a Diploma or Associate of Applied Science Degree for employment opportunities in the welding/machine shop field.The program provides the skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level job production welding or job shop employment upon graduation.Students may enter at different stages of readiness and progress according to his/her abilities and efforts. Students will be assessed and evaluated as they complete each measurable performance objective. Upon completion of a set of prescribed technical competencies, students will be able to perform skills necessary to be successfully employed at the entry level or above with a selected occupation. Construction companies, machine shops, repair shops, utility companies, and manufacturers of automobiles, recreational vehicles, tools, machinery, toys, household appliances and other metal products offer potential employment opportunities. Other industries employing welders include agriculture, industrial machinery, mining, railroad, transportation and trucking.

Welding Technology is a program that leads to a Diploma or Associate of Applied Science Degree for employment opportunities in the welding/machine shop field.

The program provides the skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level job production welding or job shop employment upon graduation.

Students may enter at different stages of readiness and progress according to his/her abilities and efforts. Students will be assessed and evaluated as they complete each measurable performance objective. Upon completion of a set of prescribed technical competencies, students will be able to perform skills necessary to be successfully employed at the entry level or above with a selected occupation.

Construction companies, machine shops, repair shops, utility companies, and manufacturers of automobiles, recreational vehicles, tools, machinery, toys, household appliances and other metal products offer potential employment opportunities. Other industries employing welders include agriculture, industrial machinery, mining, railroad, transportation and trucking.

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers.Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management. The IT program is designed to provide graduates with the necessary skills to function in today’s business world with particular emphasis on the centrality of information and its processing, distribution and presentation. IT graduates will obtain competencies in areas such as personal computer (PC) support services and network technology. Graduates will have completed a core of courses including interpersonal skills, written and oral communications, and actual hands-on experience. Students will complete a core of courses to ensure they possess the base knowledge necessary in the field. Specialization areas will allow students to pursue a more focused aspect of the IT program.

Graduates may find employment as a customer support specialist, PC repair technician, network technician, system analyst, help desk specialist, or project manager.

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers.Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management. The IT program is designed to provide graduates with the necessary skills to function in today’s business world with particular emphasis on the centrality of information and its processing, distribution and presentation. IT graduates will obtain competencies in areas such as personal computer (PC) support services and network technology. Graduates will have completed a core of courses including interpersonal skills, written and oral communications, and actual hands-on experience. Students will complete a core of courses to ensure they possess the base knowledge necessary in the field. Specialization areas will allow students to pursue a more focused aspect of the IT program.

Graduates may find employment as a customer support specialist, PC repair technician, network technician, system analyst, help desk specialist, or project manager.

This specialization is designed to provide graduates with skills necessary to troubleshoot and implement a course of action necessary to solve customer hardware and software problems.

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers.

Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management. The IT program is designed to provide graduates with the necessary skills to function in today’s business world with particular emphasis on the centrality of information and its processing, distribution and presentation. IT graduates will obtain competencies in areas such as personal computer (PC) support services and network technology. Graduates will have completed a core of courses including interpersonal skills, written and oral communications, and actual hands-on experience. Students will complete a core of courses to ensure they possess the base knowledge necessary in the field. Specialization areas will allow students to pursue a more focused aspect of the IT program.

Information Technology refers to an entire industry involved in the use of computers and software to manage information.

In a large company the information technology department might be responsible for storing information, protecting information, processing the information, transmitting the information as necessary and later retrieving information as necessary.

PC Support/Network Technology specialization is designed to provide graduates with the skills necessary to troubleshoot and implement a course of action necessary to solve customer hardware and software problems, to implement and manage a local/wide-area network as well as support network users. The graduates will obtain the necessary skills to function in today’s business world with particular emphasis on the centrality of information and its processing and distribution.

Careers in PC Support/Network Technology involve network analysis, planning and implementation, including design, installation, maintenance and management of network systems. Successful establishment and maintenance of information technology infrastructure is critical to the success of every organization. People with expertise in PC Support/Network Technology are in high demand for a variety of positions in organizations of all sizes and types.

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers.Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management. The IT program is designed to provide graduates with the necessary skills to function in today’s business world with particular emphasis on the centrality of information and its processing, distribution and presentation. IT graduates will obtain competencies in areas such as personal computer (PC) support services and network technology. Graduates will have completed a core of courses including interpersonal skills, written and oral communications, and actual hands-on experience. Students will complete a core of courses to ensure they possess the base knowledge necessary in the field. Specialization areas will allow students to pursue a more focused aspect of the IT program.

Graduates may find employment as a customer support specialist, PC repair technician, network technician, system analyst, help desk specialist, or project manager.

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers.Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management. The IT program is designed to provide graduates with the necessary skills to function in today’s business world with particular emphasis on the centrality of information and its processing, distribution and presentation. IT graduates will obtain competencies in areas such as personal computer (PC) support services and network technology. Graduates will have completed a core of courses including interpersonal skills, written and oral communications, and actual hands-on experience. Students will complete a core of courses to ensure they possess the base knowledge necessary in the field. Specialization areas will allow students to pursue a more focused aspect of the IT program.

Graduates may find employment as a customer support specialist, PC repair technician, network technician, system analyst, help desk specialist, or project manager.

Information Technology refers to an entire industry involved in the use of computers and software to manage information.

In a large company the information technology department might be responsible for storing information, protecting information, processing the information, transmitting the information as necessary and later retrieving information as necessary.

PC Support/Network Technology specialization is designed to provide graduates with the skills necessary to troubleshoot and implement a course of action necessary to solve customer hardware and software problems, to implement and manage a local/wide-area network as well as support network users. The graduates will obtain the necessary skills to function in today’s business world with particular emphasis on the centrality of information and its processing and distribution.

Careers in PC Support/Network Technology involve network analysis, planning and implementation, including design, installation, maintenance and management of network systems. Successful establishment and maintenance of information technology infrastructure is critical to the success of every organization. People with expertise in PC Support/Network Technology are in high demand for a variety of positions in organizations of all sizes and types.

The Dental Assisting program at MPCC is supported by state-of-the-art equipment, facilities, and individualized instruction that offers students the real world, hands-on training necessary to become highly-skilled experts in assisting dentists. The end result is a skill that will last a lifetime.This is an 11-month program with a course of study leading to a diploma. The focus of the program is preparing students to work with the dentist at chairside during examination and treatment of patients.Dental assisting graduates are also certified to perform Coronal Polishing and Dental Radiography (dental x-rays) in the state of Nebraska. Additionally, they are eligible to sit for the national certification examination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board.

Employment opportunities include private dental offices, hospital dental departments, public nursing homes, health agencies, private clinics, dental schools, the federal government, and the Armed Forces.

The Dental Assisting program at MPCC is supported by state-of-the-art equipment, facilities, and individualized instruction that offers students the real world, hands-on training necessary to become highly-skilled experts in assisting dentists. The end result is a skill that will last a lifetime.This is an 11-month program with a course of study leading to a diploma. The focus of the program is preparing students to work with the dentist at chairside during examination and treatment of patients.Dental assisting graduates are also certified to perform Coronal Polishing and Dental Radiography (dental x-rays) in the state of Nebraska. Additionally, they are eligible to sit for the national certification examination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board.

Employment opportunities include private dental offices, hospital dental departments, public nursing homes, health agencies, private clinics, dental schools, the federal government, and the Armed Forces.

The Associate of Applied Science Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program is designed to prepare students for employment in medical, clinical, research and public health laboratories.

The technician collects or receives patient specimens, performs many general laboratory tests, records data, and reports results to physicians to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

The MLT program combines academic general education with a concentration in basic life sciences, didactic studies in medical laboratory science and clinical training at hospital laboratories. The program requires two years, (four semesters and one summer session) of full-time study. Students with previous college work may apply for advanced placement pending evaluation of transcripts. Upon completion of the academic and clinical requirements, students will be awarded an associate degree and become eligible to take the national certification examination.

Medical laboratory technicians are employed by hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, veterinary clinics, research centers, colleges and universities, medical schools, government agencies and industrial medical laboratories.

Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) classes start in August. The LPN program has a selective admission process.

Approval for admission will be granted by the Faculty Organization in the LPN program. The application deadline for fall classes is due to the nursing department by March 1st. Applicants who have met all admission requirements and have been selected by the Faculty Organization will be notified by April 1st of their acceptance into the August class. An acceptance form will be sent to those applicants admitted; this form must be returned by the specified deadline to secure a position in the August class. A mandatory orientation will take place during the summer prior to beginning the nursing program. Applicants who are not placed in the August class or fail to attend the mandatory orientation will be placed on a candidacy status for the next year. For more information on the selective admission process contact the nursing department.

The nursing program is designed to prepare students for employment as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The nursing program includes nursing and non-nursing courses. Non-nursing courses may be taken at any MPCC location or transferred from an accredited college or university. The program includes a concept based nursing curriculum and state-of-the art simulations to improve student and program outcomes. Clinical sites will be in local hospitals, long term care facilities and various other community agencies and clinics.

Graduates have met the education eligibility requirement to take the National Council of State Board of Nursing Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), which meets one requirement leading to state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Once an applicant has received a LPN license in the State of Nebraska they are eligible to take the Licensed Practical Nurse-Certified (LPN-C) Examination.

Modern diesel engines require highly skilled mechanics to repair and maintain them. The Diesel Technology program provides students with the skills needed to analyze malfunctions

Modern diesel engines require highly skilled mechanics to repair and maintain them. The Diesel Technology program provides students with the skills needed to analyze malfunctions

Modern diesel engines require highly skilled mechanics to repair and maintain them. The Diesel Technology program provides students with the skills needed to analyze malfunctions

Modern diesel engines require highly skilled mechanics to repair and maintain them. The Diesel Technology program provides students with the skills needed to analyze malfunctions

The Associate of Applied Science Degree Program in Early Childhood Education is designed for students wishing to work with children from birth to 8 years of age in a variety of settings using developmentally appropriate practice and adhering to the professional code of ethics established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

After completing the program, students will be qualified for any position in a child-care setting as specified by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services licensing requirements. In addition to the Associate of Applied Science degree, the program meets all the requirements for the Child Development Associate (CDA) certification. Students also have the option to complete a one-year diploma or a 12-credit certificate in early childhood education.

Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degrees may also be earned by students planning to transfer to a four-year institution to teach in Pre-K to Second Grade settings. Students should consult with an ECED faculty advisor to plan a program of study to meet their needs.

Throughout the program, students have an opportunity to experience working with young children directly in the on-campus Child Development Center at MCC and other sites in the community. During the final semester, students complete a student teaching experience in which they assume total responsibility for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children.

Career possibilities include pre-school teacher, paraeducator, teaching assistant, public child care, HeadStart programs, director of a child care center, child care homes, corporate child care, nanny agencies and other careers related to working with children.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree Program in Early Childhood Education is designed for students wishing to work with children from birth to 8 years of age in a variety of settings using developmentally appropriate practice and adhering to the professional code of ethics established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

After completing the program, students will be qualified for any position in a child-care setting as specified by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services licensing requirements. In addition to the Associate of Applied Science degree, the program meets all the requirements for the Child Development Associate (CDA) certification. Students also have the option to complete a one-year diploma or a 12-credit certificate in early childhood education.

Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degrees may also be earned by students planning to transfer to a four-year institution to teach in Pre-K to Second Grade settings. Students should consult with an ECED faculty advisor to plan a program of study to meet their needs.

Throughout the program, students have an opportunity to experience working with young children directly in the on-campus Child Development Center at MCC and other sites in the community. During the final semester, students complete a student teaching experience in which they assume total responsibility for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children.

Career possibilities include pre-school teacher, paraeducator, teaching assistant, public child care, HeadStart programs, director of a child care center, child care homes, corporate child care, nanny agencies and other careers related to working with children.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree Program in Early Childhood Education is designed for students wishing to work with children from birth to 8 years of age in a variety of settings using developmentally appropriate practice and adhering to the professional code of ethics established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

After completing the program, students will be qualified for any position in a child-care setting as specified by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services licensing requirements. In addition to the Associate of Applied Science degree, the program meets all the requirements for the Child Development Associate (CDA) certification. Students also have the option to complete a one-year diploma or a 12-credit certificate in early childhood education.

Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degrees may also be earned by students planning to transfer to a four-year institution to teach in Pre-K to Second Grade settings. Students should consult with an ECED faculty advisor to plan a program of study to meet their needs.

Throughout the program, students have an opportunity to experience working with young children directly in the on-campus Child Development Center at MCC and other sites in the community. During the final semester, students complete a student teaching experience in which they assume total responsibility for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children.

Career possibilities include pre-school teacher, paraeducator, teaching assistant, public child care, HeadStart programs, director of a child care center, child care homes, corporate child care, nanny agencies and other careers related to working with children.

The Paramedic Program is designed to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician, and/or Emergency Medical Responder levels.The Paramedic provides care to emergency patients in an out-of-hospital setting. In addition to providing initial emergency treatment, the emerging roles and responsibilities of the Paramedic also include public education, health promotion and participation in injury and illness prevention programs. An accelerated version of paramedic training is also available. This training consolidates the didactic training into 12 weeks. Students attend class on location at McCook Community College for 40 hours each week. Upon successful completion of didactic requirements, students progress to clinical and field practicums and will complete a minimum of 230 hours in a Clinical (hospital) environment and 300 hours of Field internship. When all course requirements are completed, students are eligible to sit for the National Registry cognitive and psychomotor exams. Accelerated paramedic students have one year to complete all program requirements.

MPCC continues to offer both traditional and accelerated Paramedic training in order to meet the ongoing needs and demands of the Emergency Medical Services profession.

Employment opportunities include hospital emergency rooms, private ambulance services, salaried fire and EMS departments, television and movie sets, offshore oil rigs, and private contracting overseas. Fire Departments are one of the major employers of paramedics. A degree is essential for advancement and financial compensation in most fire departments; some states now require an Associate's degree for employment.

The Paramedic Program is designed to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician, and/or Emergency Medical Responder levels.The Paramedic provides care to emergency patients in an out-of-hospital setting. In addition to providing initial emergency treatment, the emerging roles and responsibilities of the Paramedic also include public education, health promotion and participation in injury and illness prevention programs. An accelerated version of paramedic training is also available. This training consolidates the didactic training into 12 weeks. Students attend class on location at McCook Community College for 40 hours each week. Upon successful completion of didactic requirements, students progress to clinical and field practicums and will complete a minimum of 230 hours in a Clinical (hospital) environment and 300 hours of Field internship. When all course requirements are completed, students are eligible to sit for the National Registry cognitive and psychomotor exams. Accelerated paramedic students have one year to complete all program requirements.

MPCC continues to offer both traditional and accelerated Paramedic training in order to meet the ongoing needs and demands of the Emergency Medical Services profession.

Employment opportunities include hospital emergency rooms, private ambulance services, salaried fire and EMS departments, television and movie sets, offshore oil rigs, and private contracting overseas. Fire Departments are one of the major employers of paramedics. A degree is essential for advancement and financial compensation in most fire departments; some states now require an Associate's degree for employment.

The Fire Science Technology program is designed to provide academic education and training to develop competent Fire Fighters in fire protection, prevention and administration.Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to take national certification exams in Fire Fighter I and II and Hazardous Material Operations.Students will complete a core of courses designed to ensure they possess the base knowledge necessary in Fire Science Technology. Satisfactory completion of prescribed 53 semester credit hours will lead to a Diploma. An additional 15 semester credit hours of the general education requirements will result in an Associate of Applied Science Degree. Employment opportunities include city, town and rural salaried fire departments, government agencies, construction firms, insurance companies and hazardous materials handling. While not a salaried position, many communities depend on volunteer firefighters solely or in coordination with the salaried fire department personnel.

The Fire Science Technology program is designed to provide academic education and training to develop competent Fire Fighters in fire protection, prevention and administration.Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to take national certification exams in Fire Fighter I and II and Hazardous Material Operations.Students will complete a core of courses designed to ensure they possess the base knowledge necessary in Fire Science Technology. Satisfactory completion of prescribed 53 semester credit hours will lead to a Diploma. An additional 15 semester credit hours of the general education requirements will result in an Associate of Applied Science Degree. Employment opportunities include city, town and rural salaried fire departments, government agencies, construction firms, insurance companies and hazardous materials handling. While not a salaried position, many communities depend on volunteer firefighters solely or in coordination with the salaried fire department personnel.

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills. Information from these two areas prepares students for design work in the business world. Students participate in an internship and complete the program with the development of their own personal brand and portfolio.

Another important focus of the program is to encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. Technology and software programs are constantly changing. Individuals who choose graphic design as a career need to develop a desire and attitude for lifelong learning to remain up-to-date with technology and continuously changing design trends.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communications is intended for students seeking employment immediately following graduation. Career opportunities exist for print, multimedia and web design in advertising and design agencies as well as in-house positions with retailers, manufacturers and organizations. Graduates may seek employment with companies that have already been established or they may take advantage of opportunities provided by advances in technology to operate their own business.

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills. Information from these two areas prepares students for design work in the business world. Students participate in an internship and complete the program with the development of their own personal brand and portfolio.

Another important focus of the program is to encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. Technology and software programs are constantly changing. Individuals who choose graphic design as a career need to develop a desire and attitude for lifelong learning to remain up-to-date with technology and continuously changing design trends.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communications is intended for students seeking employment immediately following graduation. Career opportunities exist for print, multimedia and web design in advertising and design agencies as well as in-house positions with retailers, manufacturers and organizations. Graduates may seek employment with companies that have already been established or they may take advantage of opportunities provided by advances in technology to operate their own business.

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills. Information from these two areas prepares students for design work in the business world. Students participate in an internship and complete the program with the development of their own personal brand and portfolio.

Another important focus of the program is to encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. Technology and software programs are constantly changing. Individuals who choose graphic design as a career need to develop a desire and attitude for lifelong learning to remain up-to-date with technology and continuously changing design trends.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communications is intended for students seeking employment immediately following graduation. Career opportunities exist for print, multimedia and web design in advertising and design agencies as well as in-house positions with retailers, manufacturers and organizations. Graduates may seek employment with companies that have already been established or they may take advantage of opportunities provided by advances in technology to operate their own business.

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills. Information from these two areas prepares students for design work in the business world. Students participate in an internship and complete the program with the development of their own personal brand and portfolio.

Another important focus of the program is to encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. Technology and software programs are constantly changing. Individuals who choose graphic design as a career need to develop a desire and attitude for lifelong learning to remain up-to-date with technology and continuously changing design trends.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communications is intended for students seeking employment immediately following graduation. Career opportunities exist for print, multimedia and web design in advertising and design agencies as well as in-house positions with retailers, manufacturers and organizations. Graduates may seek employment with companies that have already been established or they may take advantage of opportunities provided by advances in technology to operate their own business.