Mountwest Community and Technical College

Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks produce financial records for organizations and check financial records for accuracy.

An associate degree in Management Technology provides these skills and prepares students for entry-level positions in organizations with career paths that eventually lead to supervisory and management positions. The program also prepares employed individuals for upward mobility within their organizations.

An associate degree in Management Technology provides these skills and prepares students for entry-level positions in organizations with career paths that eventually lead to supervisory and management positions. The program also prepares employed individuals for upward mobility within their organizations.

The Allied Health Occupations Certificate program is a unique opportunity for students, interested in the health care field, to earn a certificate that will help them further this goal. Allied Health Occupations certificate graduates have a wide range of career options within the Health Science industry.

The Allied Health Occupations Certificate program is a unique opportunity for students, interested in the health care field, to earn a certificate that will help them further this goal. Allied Health Occupations certificate graduates have a wide range of career options within the Health Science industry.

The Health Science program is a unique opportunity for students holding a national certification in an allied health professional field by building on that experience to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Medical Assistants are allied health professionals who assist physicians in their offices or other medical settings. In accordance with respective state laws, they perform a broad range of administrative and clinical duties, as indicated by the American Association of Medical Assistants recent role delineation study. The Mountwest Medical Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org), on recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).

Medical Assistants, in accordance with respective state laws, perform a broad range of administrative and clinical duties, as indicated by the American Association of Medical Assistants recent role delineation study. The Mountwest Medical Assistant program is accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants recent role delineation study. The Mountwest Medical Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org), on recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).

The Allied Health Occupations Certificate program is a unique opportunity for students, interested in the health care field, to earn a certificate that will help them further this goal. Allied Health Occupations certificate graduates have a wide range of career options within the Health Science industry.

The Allied Health Occupations Certificate program is a unique opportunity for students, interested in the health care field, to earn a certificate that will help them further this goal. Allied Health Occupations certificate graduates have a wide range of career options within the Health Science industry.

The Certified Coding Specialist serves as a qualified technician in analyzing and classifying medical data. Using universally recognized coding systems (ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4)

Health information technicians are the professionals responsible for maintaining components of health information systems in a manner consistent with the medical, administrative, ethical, legal, accreditation and regulatory requirements of the health care delivery system. The health information technician may be responsible for functional supervision of the various components of the health information systems including the electronic record and the data that it includes.

The Allied Health Occupations Certificate program is a unique opportunity for students, interested in the health care field, to earn a certificate that will help them further this goal. Allied Health Occupations certificate graduates have a wide range of career options within the Health Science industry.

Medical Assistants, in accordance with respective state laws, perform a broad range of administrative and clinical duties, as indicated by the American Association of Medical Assistants recent role delineation study. The Mountwest Medical Assistant program is accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants recent role delineation study. The Mountwest Medical Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org), on recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).

As pharmacies expand patient care services, the role of and need for pharmacy technicians will also expand. Pharmacy Technicians are highly skilled individuals who play a critical role in pharmacies. They assist Pharmacists with day-to-day operations so that Pharmacists can spend the time they need to provide quality counseling and care to their patients.

As pharmacies expand patient care services, the role of and need for pharmacy technicians will also expand. Pharmacy Technicians are highly skilled individuals who play a critical role in pharmacies. They assist Pharmacists with day-to-day operations so that Pharmacists can spend the time they need to provide quality counseling and care to their patients.

Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) are educated, skilled healthcare workers who work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist (PT). PTAs assist in implementing physical therapy interventions in accordance with an established plan of care. Physical Therapist Assistants perform various treatment procedures which may involve the therapeutic use of water, massage, ultrasound and the thermal properties of light and electricity to promote healing and relieve pain. The assistant also implements exercise programs designed for the restoration of strength, endurance, coordination, relaxation and range of motion.

The Radiologic Technology Program is a cooperative effort between Mountwest and Collins Career & Technical Center. The student should complete or be enrolled in all pre-radiologic admission course before applying to the program. Admission requirements to the Radiologic Technology program may vary year to year. The Radiologic Technology program provides the students with a total of 848 classroom hours and 1184 hours of clinical experience.

Respiratory Therapy is an allied health program whose practitioners are employed under medical direction to provide treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care to patients with problems associated with the cardiopulmonary system.

The Associate in Applied Science Degree Program in Technical Studies Surgical Technology Concentration provides cooperatively sponsored educational opportunities.

Components of the program include the following: general education, classroom instruction in both the technical core and the occupational area, and possible on-the-job training. Technical Studies students must meet admission and performance standards. Credits earned through either the approved apprenticeship programs or through industry based education and training programs will not be added to the student’s collegiate transcript until the student has completed three program credit hours from Mountwest Community and Technical College and has obtained at least a 2.00 GPA.                                                                                      

Hospitals are the primary employer of surgical technologists, although much faster employment growth is expected in offices of physicians and in outpatient care centers, including ambulatory surgical centers.

Employment of surgical technologists is projected to grow 9 percent from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Advances in medical technology have made surgery safer, and more operations are being done to treat a variety of illnesses and injuries.

Veterinary technicians are an integral part of veterinary medicine and they work under the supervision of veterinarians. Vet techs are employed to assist in many veterinary tasks. Most veterinarians consider their technicians to have the same role as nurses would to general doctors and surgeons. They must be knowledgeable in many areas of veterinary care including anesthesia, surgery, bandaging, radiology, pharmacology, dentistry, nutrition, laboratory procedures, and animal care and handling. They are also required to communicate with clients and must possess office and management skills. 

This certificate program is designed to prepare students to assist lead teachers in a variety early childhood programs including but not limited to child care, Head Start, Pre-K, Preschool Special Needs and Kindergarten. It is also designed to meet the West Virginia Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher Requirements.

The Associate of Arts (AA) degree with a concentration in Elementary Education serves as a foundation for continued studies in education at a four-year institution. In addition to achieving general education credits, this associate degree concentration will help students gain knowledge and skills in child development, education theory, and diversity in the classroom. This concentration will also prepare students to be a paraprofessional in education

The opportunity for public service through law enforcement or security work is attractive to many because the job is challenging and involves much personal responsibility. Furthermore, law enforcement officers in many agencies may retire with a pension after 20 or 25 years of service, allowing them to pursue a second career while still in their 40s. Due to relatively attractive salaries and benefits, the number of qualified candidates exceeds the number of job openings in federal law enforcement agencies and in most state police departments. This has resulted in increased hiring standards and selectivity by employers.

The opportunity for public service through law enforcement or security work is attractive to many because the job is challenging and involves much personal responsibility. Furthermore, law enforcement officers in many agencies may retire with a pension after 20 or 25 years of service, allowing them to pursue a second career while still in their 40s. Due to relatively attractive salaries and benefits, the number of qualified candidates exceeds the number of job openings in federal law enforcement agencies and in most state police departments. This has resulted in increased hiring standards and selectivity by employers.

The opportunity for public service through law enforcement or security work is attractive to many because the job is challenging and involves much personal responsibility. Furthermore, law enforcement officers in many agencies may retire with a pension after 20 or 25 years of service, allowing them to pursue a second career while still in their 40s. Due to relatively attractive salaries and benefits, the number of qualified candidates exceeds the number of job openings in federal law enforcement agencies and in most state police departments. This has resulted in increased hiring standards and selectivity by employers.

The opportunity for public service through law enforcement or security work is attractive to many because the job is challenging and involves much personal responsibility. Furthermore, law enforcement officers in many agencies may retire with a pension after 20 or 25 years of service, allowing them to pursue a second career while still in their 40s. Due to relatively attractive salaries and benefits, the number of qualified candidates exceeds the number of job openings in federal law enforcement agencies and in most state police departments. This has resulted in increased hiring standards and selectivity by employers.

The opportunity for public service through law enforcement or security work is attractive to many because the job is challenging and involves much personal responsibility. Furthermore, law enforcement officers in many agencies may retire with a pension after 20 or 25 years of service, allowing them to pursue a second career while still in their 40s. Due to relatively attractive salaries and benefits, the number of qualified candidates exceeds the number of job openings in federal law enforcement agencies and in most state police departments. This has resulted in increased hiring standards and selectivity by employers.

The Associate in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education degree consists of 63 credit hours and is approximately one half of the curriculum required for a Bachelor of Arts in Education. The degree is designed to allow the holder to serve in a support capacity including, but not limited to, facilitating instruction and direct or indirect supervision of pupils under the direction of an educator. This program is designed to allow a seamless transfer to the baccalaureate degree at Marshall University.

The Associate of Arts (AA) degree with a concentration in Elementary Education serves as a foundation for continued studies in education at a four-year institution. In addition to achieving general education credits, this associate degree concentration will help students gain knowledge and skills in child development, education theory, and diversity in the classroom. This concentration will also prepare students to be a paraprofessional in education

The Associate of Arts (AA) degree with a concentration in Elementary Education serves as a foundation for continued studies in education at a four-year institution. In addition to achieving general education credits, this associate degree concentration will help students gain knowledge and skills in child development, education theory, and diversity in the classroom. This concentration will also prepare students to be a paraprofessional in education

A paralegal is a highly skilled paraprofessional with specialized training who works under the direct supervision of an attorney. Job responsibilities require knowledge of law and legal procedures in rendering direct assistance to lawyers and clients. Tasks may include interviewing, case investigation, the preparation of pleadings, and legal research. The increasing complexities of the legal assistant’s work environment have also created the need for individuals who possess skills including interpersonal, communication, analytical, decision-making, customer service, and computer skills. Paralegals cannot provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

The Paramedic possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. The student completing an Associate in Applied Science in Paramedic Science will complete, in addition to the Paramedic courses, general education courses that will better prepare the student to enter the workforce and progress to competitive job markets and management positions.

The Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Paramedics perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Paramedic is a link from the scene into the health care system.

While the different segments of the hospitality and tourism industry have their own unique characteristics, they all share the same mission and heritage serving the guest or customer. The segments of hospitality and tourism are fine dining, catering, hotel and motel food service, casual family restaurants, chef-owned bistros, quick-service dining, national chains, national parks, resorts, casinos, stadiums, theme parks, cruise lines, and on-site foodservice operations such as hospital, collegiate, and company cafeterias. They all possess a common future as one of the most dynamic employment and career fields available. The Culinary Arts Certificate prepares individuals for entry-level chef positions. Students will study the fundamentals of classical and contemporary cuisine, sanitation, nutrition, purchasing, cost control, kitchen management, and restaurant procedures. A range of different cuisines are taught from basic levels, to intermediate, to advanced. The curriculum is designed for the entry-level student with no previous work experience or formal training in the profession, as well as for industry professionals seeking to raise their skills.

Mountwest Culinary Arts curriculum is designed to develop and provide students with an intensive professional and practical experience and background with a hands-on approach. The program blends in-class lecture theory, hands-on application and in-field lab practicum placement. These teaching methods ensure graduates are equipped with well-rounded expertise in knife skills and food production, classic baking and pastry techniques and restaurant and culinary operations management. Skills are learned and mastered following industry standard approved guidelines. Students acquire practical experience in the creative development of menus and culinary artistry. Courses provide additional ManageFirst certifications from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, including Hospitality and Restaurant Management, Controlling Foodservice Costs, Bar and Beverage Management, Customer Service and Culinary Nutrition and ServSafe Food Safety, the leader in food-safety training. Mountwest's Center for Culinary Arts is excited to play a leading role in Huntington's rising culinary scene with a campus location that brings students close to exciting city restaurant life while maintaining the at-home feel of a familiar neighborhood.

The Mountwest Culinary Arts curriculum is designed to develop and provide students with an intensive professional and practical experience and background with a hands-on approach. The program is a blend of in-class lecture theory and hands-on lab practice. This blend of both teaching methods ensures that students graduate with well-rounded expertise in knife skills, food production, charcuterie cuts, dessert, and even pastry baking. All of these skills are learned and mastered under food productions industry health guidelines. Students obtain practical experience in hygiene and sanitation, preparation of menus, as well as preparation and storage of sauces, meats, and desserts. Students are eligible to sit for the ServSafe® Food Manager certification exam as well.

Electronics Technician is a career that includes training which can apply to computers, appliances, communications systems, drones, radio controlled devices, and all sorts of current, new, and upcoming technologies.  The applications are endless and the field is wide.  Automation is where the world is going and automation is a path in this field.

Electronics Technician is a career that includes training which can apply to computers, appliances, communications systems, drones, radio controlled devices, and all sorts of current, new, and upcoming technologies.  The applications are endless and the field is wide.  Automation is where the world is going and automation is a path in this field.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

Electronics Technician is a career that includes training which can apply to computers, appliances, communications systems, drones, radio controlled devices, and all sorts of current, new, and upcoming technologies.  The applications are endless and the field is wide.  Automation is where the world is going and automation is a path in this field.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

The Machinist/CNC Technology program provides students the opportunity to prepare for entry-level careers as machinists using conventional equipment and computer control equipment.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

The machinist Technology Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advance Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI) is an industry-driven, hands on program that prepared individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector. An element of the RCBI program enables students to earn a certificate degree in Technical Studies by completing additional course work through Mountwest Community & Technical College.

The objective of this degree is to provide individuals entry-level job skills required in several related professions, including engineering technicians, product design technicians (including state-of the art products for medicine, structures, etc.), printers, additive printing, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) technical specialists, computer modeling specialists, simulation specialists, graphic designers and digital artists.

The objective of this degree is to provide individuals entry-level job skills required in several related professions, including engineering technicians, product design technicians (including state-of the art products for medicine, structures, etc.), printers, additive printing, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) technical specialists, computer modeling specialists, simulation specialists, graphic designers and digital artists.

The Graphic Design program emphasizes skill and mindset development through the study of graphic design history, the principles and elements of design, effective use of typography, illustrative techniques, logo and identity design, advertising layouts, design research, data visualization, multimedia and entrepreneurship. 

Most all companies have communication and marketing needs, and online content, digital advertising and social media marketing have become increasingly important in attracting and communicating with customers.

Companies need designers to create assets and improve efforts to reach consumers. Additionally, as mobile devices are increasingly used for a variety of personal, business and entertainment purposes, there is a need for creating content that can be used across various screens.

Creativity and digital skills are essential for today’s rapidly changing economy. Successful designers use their talents, skills and entrepreneurial thinking to contribute to a business or start their own enterprises.

The rewards, satisfaction and flexibility of the graphic design profession far exceed those of many other fields of work.The projected change in employment of graphic designers varies by industry. For example, employment of graphic designers in newspaper, periodical, book, and directory publishers is projected to decline 22 percent from 2018 to 2028. 

However, employment of graphic designers in computer systems design and related services is projected to grow 24 percent over the same period. Companies are continuing to increase their digital presence, requiring graphic designers to help create visually appealing and effective layouts of websites.

The Mountwest Community and Technical College Multimedia Design Program will teach you how to bring your creativity to life!

Employment of multimedia artists and animators is projected to grow 4 percent from 2018 to 2028, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Projected growth will be due to increased demand for animation and visual effects in video games, movies, and television.

Most multimedia artists and animators need a bachelor’s degree in computer graphics, art, or a related field to develop both an impressive portfolio of work and the strong technical skills that many employers prefer.

The objective of this degree is to provide individuals entry-level job skills required in several related professions, including engineering technicians, product design technicians (including state-of the art products for medicine, structures, etc.), printers, additive printing, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) technical specialists, computer modeling specialists, simulation specialists, graphic designers and digital artists.

The Welding Technology program is an industry-driven, hands-on program that prepares individuals to meet the rigorous demands of the manufacturing sector.

The welding program delivers skills that an individual needs to be successful in industry. This is accomplished through a hands-on approach and intensive student instructor interaction. The best way to learn to weld is by actually welding. Therefore, the focus is put on work done outside the traditional classroom and in a shop setting, providing the student a true feel for the correct way to weld. A major subject is safety and this program teaches individuals how to protect themselves and their environment while completing the job. Students learn a variety of welding methods including TIG, MIG, and SMAW, as well as metal cutting techniques to ensure they have the necessary skills expected by employers. This program provides new welders a firm foundation to earn certification and thrive in the field.

The Animation & Game Development curriculum at MCTC is designed to maintain maximum flexibility in order to compete in the changing workforce. Today’s games are very complex, they require teams of programmers, designers, artists, testers, advertisers, and producers to organize and develop. Training needed for game development is enormous, warranting a complex education of multiple courses in multiple fields. The Animation and Game Developer curriculum is designed to provide training in principles and techniques used to create interactive 2D and 3D computer games.

Mobile Application Development concentration graduates can expect to find employment as an application developer, software engineer, applications system analyst, user interface designer and much more!

Mobile Application Development concentration graduates can expect to find employment as an application developer, software engineer, applications system analyst, user interface designer and much more!

Graduates with an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Systems Security will have the skills to obtain employment as network administrators, systems support technicians, network designers, web designers, security solutions designers, help desk technicians and hardware technicians.

Graduates with an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Systems Security will have the skills to obtain employment as network administrators, systems support technicians, network designers, web designers, security solutions designers, help desk technicians and hardware technicians.

Graduates with an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Systems Security will have the skills to obtain employment as network administrators, systems support technicians, network designers, web designers, security solutions designers, help desk technicians and hardware technicians.

Mobile Application Development concentration graduates can expect to find employment as an application developer, software engineer, applications system analyst, user interface designer and much more!

Mobile Application Development concentration graduates can expect to find employment as an application developer, software engineer, applications system analyst, user interface designer and much more!

Graduates with an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Systems Security will have the skills to obtain employment as network administrators, systems support technicians, network designers, web designers, security solutions designers, help desk technicians and hardware technicians.

Mobile Application Development concentration graduates can expect to find employment as an application developer, software engineer, applications system analyst, user interface designer and much more!

Mobile Application Development concentration graduates can expect to find employment as an application developer, software engineer, applications system analyst, user interface designer and much more!

Mobile Application Development concentration graduates can expect to find employment as an application developer, software engineer, applications system analyst, user interface designer and much more!