Passaic County Community College

This Degree is offered for students seeking entry-level positions in accounting and associat­ed fields such as accounts receivable, accounts payable and bookkeeping.

Graduates will be able to:

This Career Certificate is intended for those students interested in securing a clerical/administrative position in the Accounting field. This program also helps those who are interested in adding additional job skills to their resume and background. The Accounting Career Certificate provides students with hands-on instructions with computerized accounting software, taxation, financial analysis, ethical issues in accounting, payroll, etc.

This is a special-purpose training program for immediate employment in the field of addictions, and for those wanting to complete the 270 hours of course work required by The Certification Board, Inc., for the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification and the Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) licensure.

This Option will prepare students to work in community social service agencies. Graduates work as paraprofessionals in group homes, drug and alcohol treatment centers, and other social services agencies. Paraprofessional job titles include casework aide, clinical social work aide, family service assistant, social work assistant, addictions counselor assistant. The curriculum provides basic courses for the first two years of a four-year curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree in social work or counseling. This degree provides the student with the 270 hours of course work required by The Certification Board, Inc. for the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification and the Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) licensure.

For those interested in securing an entry level position in the counseling and addictions profession and for those wanting to complete the 270 hours of course work as required by The Certification Board, Inc. for the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification.

This program provides the training required to apply for Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; an entry-level nationally recognized credential awarded by The Council for Professional Recognition. The training is based on a core set of competency standards, which guide early childhood professionals in nurturing the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social development of children from birth to 5 years of age. Upon completion of the program, students have met the eligibility requirements for the CDA credential and are ready to apply to the Council for final evaluation and validation. CDA credits can be transferred to the ECE Certificate and/or Associate Degrees.

This certificate program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as teachers and assistant teachers, and it improves the skills of those already working with young children (birth though age 8) in public and private early childhood settings. The curriculum is aligned with the standards issued by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the Council for Professional Recognition, and the NJ Early Childhood Core Knowledge and Competencies. The program offers two separate focuses: Infants and Toddlers and Preschool-age children. The program embeds training for the national Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and the NJ Infant Toddler credentials. It meets requirements for group teacher approval according to the NJ Child Care Licensing Code, and it enables students to advance toward the AAS-ECE degree.

The Associate in Applied Science -Early childhood Education (ECE) degree is intended for those interested in developing knowledge and skills required to successfully conduct educational programs for young children from birth to age eight, in a range of settings. The 60-credit program is a terminal career degree which stacks small career certificates: the 11-credit Child Development Associate certificate of achievement, the 14-credit Infant Toddler Certificate of Achievement and the 35-credit ECE certificate of proficiency.

The Infant and Toddler Certificate of Achievement is intended for professionals and paraprofessionals working in the field of infant/toddler care in all settings including center-based care, family child-care programs, and community-based programs that support infants, toddlers, and their families. This short-term training Certificate builds on the knowledge gained by the Child Development Associate credential (CDA) in infant/toddler development. It is an appropriate professional development step for individuals planning to enter the field of infant/toddler care giving. The certificate is designed to enable candidates to demonstrate competencies in the eight key areas required for the NJ Infant Toddler credential. It is designed as a career program experience.

This program provides the training required to apply for Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; an entry-level nationally recognized credential awarded by The Council for Professional Recognition. The training is based on a core set of competency standards, which guide early childhood professionals in nurturing the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social development of children from birth to 5 years of age. Upon completion of the program, students have met the eligibility requirements for the CDA credential and are ready to apply to the Council for final evaluation and validation. CDA credits can be transferred to the ECE Certificate and/or Associate Degrees.

This certificate program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as teachers and assistant teachers, and it improves the skills of those already working with young children (birth though age 8) in public and private early childhood settings. The curriculum is aligned with the standards issued by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the Council for Professional Recognition, and the NJ Early Childhood Core Knowledge and Competencies. The program offers two separate focuses: Infants and Toddlers and Preschool-age children. The program embeds training for the national Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and the NJ Infant Toddler credentials. It meets requirements for group teacher approval according to the NJ Child Care Licensing Code, and it enables students to advance toward the AAS-ECE degree.

The Associate in Applied Science -Early childhood Education (ECE) degree is intended for those interested in developing knowledge and skills required to successfully conduct educational programs for young children from birth to age eight, in a range of settings. The 60-credit program is a terminal career degree which stacks small career certificates: the 11-credit Child Development Associate certificate of achievement, the 14-credit Infant Toddler Certificate of Achievement and the 35-credit ECE certificate of proficiency.

The Infant and Toddler Certificate of Achievement is intended for professionals and paraprofessionals working in the field of infant/toddler care in all settings including center-based care, family child-care programs, and community-based programs that support infants, toddlers, and their families. This short-term training Certificate builds on the knowledge gained by the Child Development Associate credential (CDA) in infant/toddler development. It is an appropriate professional development step for individuals planning to enter the field of infant/toddler care giving. The certificate is designed to enable candidates to demonstrate competencies in the eight key areas required for the NJ Infant Toddler credential. It is designed as a career program experience.

This course teaches defensive driving techniques focusing on the driver’s ability to read traffic conditions, act accordingly and prevent collisions in both emergency and non-emergency situations. The program includes vehicle inspection, handling and characteristics, cushion of safety, negotiating intersections, blind spots, and two-lane and multi-lane driving, special weather conditions, passing backing up and parking as well as safety at the scene.

The EMT course is designed for those interested in the field of Emergency Medical Services. This course is required for individuals volunteering on an ambulance squad or seeking a career in the Emergency Medical Services. PCCC is accredited by the New Jersey State Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services as meeting the requirements of N.J.A.C. 8:40A as an approved EMT Training Site. Upon successful completion of the program, participants are eligible to take the certification examination for Emergency Medical Technician administered by NREMT National Registry of EMTs. Students must register for a class as well as on the state site. Prior to the start of class, students must purchase a stethoscope. This course is a Hybrid / practical skills based program. All students must have easy access to a computer and will be required to participate in on-line assignments. All skills and exams will be done at the Public Safety Academy. Both sessions will be required to attend some Saturdays throughout the course.

Designed to provide continuing education units for EMTs, this program covers the core topics of the Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Program National Curriculum.

This Certificate is designed for employment in criminal justice and positions in private security. Credits earned toward this Certificate may be applied toward the Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts Degree, Criminal Justice Option, the Associate in Science Degree in Homeland Security, or the Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice Degree, Criminal Justice Option.

This program is for those seeking careers in law enforcement, the administration of justice, or in private security. This program provides in-service criminal justice professionals an opportunity to advance their careers by attaining a college credential. Students seeking transfer into a baccalaureate program in a four-year college should consider the Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts Degree.

This Certificate of Achievement is designed for employment in homeland security, criminal justice and positions in private security. Credits earned towards this certificate may be applied toward degree programs in Criminal Justice and Homeland Security.

This Certificate is designed for employment in criminal justice and positions in private security. Credits earned toward this Certificate may be applied toward the Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts Degree, Criminal Justice Option, the Associate in Science Degree in Homeland Security, or the Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice Degree, Criminal Justice Option.

This program is for those seeking careers in law enforcement, the administration of justice, or in private security. This program provides in-service criminal justice professionals an opportunity to advance their careers by attaining a college credential. Students seeking transfer into a baccalaureate program in a four-year college should consider the Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts Degree.

This Certificate is designed for employment in criminal justice and positions in private security. Credits earned toward this Certificate may be applied toward the Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts Degree, Criminal Justice Option, the Associate in Science Degree in Homeland Security, or the Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice Degree, Criminal Justice Option.

This program is for those seeking careers in law enforcement, the administration of justice, or in private security. This program provides in-service criminal justice professionals an opportunity to advance their careers by attaining a college credential. Students seeking transfer into a baccalaureate program in a four-year college should consider the Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts Degree.

The Emergency Management Certificate is designed to give students both theoretical and practical knowledge in Homeland Security and Emergency Management that will prepare them to pursue careers at the local, state, and federal levels of government or in the private sector.

The Career Certificate in Homeland Security is intended to give in-service students a level of achievement that they can use to further their careers and to give pre-service students pursuing the Associate in Science Degree in Homeland Security (AS.HLS) with a significant milestone on their path toward achievement of their degree.

This program will provide students with a broad view of homeland security issues and is designed to examine threats to the U.S. homeland with insight into the implications for maintaining homeland security. The students will examine this new concept for America: defending the United States from those who seek to attack it while protecting the rights of the population, which were guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution. Courses cover law enforcement, counter-terrorism, emergency management and forensic science.

This Certificate of Achievement is designed for employment in homeland security, criminal justice and positions in private security. Credits earned towards this certificate may be applied toward degree programs in Criminal Justice and Homeland Security.

In accordance with the New Jersey regulations, the Fire Inspector course reflects instruction in the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code and the Uniform Construction Code. The class encompasses plan review and inspection for all commercial structures in accordance with the NJ Department of Community Affairs, Division of Fire Safety, specifically UFC section

This Career Certificate allows students to gain employment in the fields of firefighting and fire prevention in addition to allowing both career and volunteer members of the Fire Service to advance their knowledge and skills. The credits earned in this certificate may be applied toward the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Fire Science Technology.

This Degree is for those students seeking positions as fire protection and prevention specialists, municipal public safety officers, arson investigators, industrial safety inspectors, or fire insurance and fire suppression system salespersons. This degree is also intended for those who seek advancement within their careers in the fire service.

The Career Certificate in Homeland Security is intended to give in-service students a level of achievement that they can use to further their careers and to give pre-service students pursuing the Associate in Science Degree in Homeland Security (AS.HLS) with a significant milestone on their path toward achievement of their degree.

This program will provide students with a broad view of homeland security issues and is designed to examine threats to the U.S. homeland with insight into the implications for maintaining homeland security. The students will examine this new concept for America: defending the United States from those who seek to attack it while protecting the rights of the population, which were guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution. Courses cover law enforcement, counter-terrorism, emergency management and forensic science.

This Certificate of Achievement prepares students for engineering, architecture, design, construction, and manufacturing or for any profession that requires drafting using AutoCAD. It is ideal for those who need to retrain for their jobs or upgrade their skills to find employment.

This program provides entry-level skills and knowledge for students preparing to enter the plumbing industry as an apprentice to become a master plumber. It is offered in partnership with Passaic County Technical Institute. Instruction includes the basic skills to assist with the installation and repairs of residential and light commercial plumbing systems. Course work includes sketching diagrams, interpretation of blueprints and practices in plumbing assembly. Students will gain knowledge of State and National Plumbing Codes and requirements.

This Welding Certificate of Achievement program, which is offered in partnership with Passaic County Technical Institute, provides students with a basic understanding of the science, technology, and the application skills essential for successful employment in the welding and metal industry. Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes.

It is a three semester, fifteen (15) credit evening program. Graduates of the three-semester program may be employed as entry-level technicians in welding and metal working industries. Career opportunities exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, drilling, and pipeline companies, and welding related self-employment.

This Automation and Control Certificate of Achievement is intended for those students interested in gaining knowledge and technical skills in operating, programming, and troubleshooting Automation and Control Process used in Manufacturing, Fluid, Electromechanical and Bottling process.

This Degree prepares graduates for entry-level work as technicians or for pursuing B.S. degrees in electronic engineering technology. Students gain knowledge and skills in one of five concentrations chosen from the Engineering Technology curriculum: general, computer, communications, clinical, and rehabilitation. This Degree is accepted for transfer at selected four-year institutions.

Graduates will be able to:

Use the following computer programs: Pspice, Electronic Work Bench, Derive, and Microsoft Office.
Solve Engineering problems using calculus.
Solve numerical problems associated with the principles of engineering.
Construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits.
Construct and analyze solid-state circuits consisting of diodes and transistors.
Construct and analyze digital logic circuits.
Describe and utilize basic structures and operation of microprocessors including assembly language programming.
Manipulate scientific apparatus, gather and analyze data, draw conclusions from laboratory information, and write clear concise scientific reports.

This Automation and Control Certificate of Achievement is intended for those students interested in gaining knowledge and technical skills in operating, programming, and troubleshooting Automation and Control Process used in Manufacturing, Fluid, Electromechanical and Bottling process.

This Degree prepares graduates for entry-level work as technicians or for pursuing B.S. degrees in electronic engineering technology. Students gain knowledge and skills in one of five concentrations chosen from the Engineering Technology curriculum: general, computer, communications, clinical, and rehabilitation. This Degree is accepted for transfer at selected four-year institutions.

Graduates will be able to:

Use the following computer programs: Pspice, Electronic Work Bench, Derive, and Microsoft Office.
Solve Engineering problems using calculus.
Solve numerical problems associated with the principles of engineering.
Construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits.
Construct and analyze solid-state circuits consisting of diodes and transistors.
Construct and analyze digital logic circuits.
Describe and utilize basic structures and operation of microprocessors including assembly language programming.
Manipulate scientific apparatus, gather and analyze data, draw conclusions from laboratory information, and write clear concise scientific reports.

This Degree prepares graduates for entry-level work as technicians or for pursuing B.S. degrees in electronic engineering technology. Students gain knowledge and skills in one of five concentrations chosen from the Engineering Technology curriculum: general, computer, communications, clinical, and rehabilitation. This Degree is accepted for transfer at selected four-year institutions.

Graduates will be able to:

Use the following computer programs: Pspice, Electronic Work Bench, Derive, and Microsoft Office.
Solve Engineering problems using calculus.
Solve numerical problems associated with the principles of engineering.
Construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits.
Construct and analyze solid-state circuits consisting of diodes and transistors.
Construct and analyze digital logic circuits.
Describe and utilize basic structures and operation of microprocessors including assembly language programming.
Manipulate scientific apparatus, gather and analyze data, draw conclusions from laboratory information, and write clear concise scientific reports.

This Degree prepares graduates for entry-level work as technicians or for pursuing B.S. degrees in electronic engineering technology. Students gain knowledge and skills in one of five concentrations chosen from the Engineering Technology curriculum: general, computer, communications, clinical, and rehabilitation. This Degree is accepted for transfer at selected four-year institutions.

Graduates will be able to:

Use the following computer programs: Pspice, Electronic Work Bench, Derive, and Microsoft Office.
Solve Engineering problems using calculus.
Solve numerical problems associated with the principles of engineering.
Construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits.
Construct and analyze solid-state circuits consisting of diodes and transistors.
Construct and analyze digital logic circuits.
Describe and utilize basic structures and operation of microprocessors including assembly language programming.
Manipulate scientific apparatus, gather and analyze data, draw conclusions from laboratory information, and write clear concise scientific reports.

The Career Certificate in Automotive Technology is a certificate for those students who wish to pursue a career as an automotive technician and wish to acquire courses that are also relevant to the A.A.S. degree in Automotive Technology. Students may elect to pursue specific National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification testing that compliments courses in this career certificate.

The Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Technology degree is designed to prepare students for employment as automotive technicians with the necessary skills to acquire entry-level positions in such areas as testing, hydraulic, electrical, and thermodynamic automotive systems. This degree provides learning opportunities in computerized automotive systems with a fundamental understanding of business operation principles as well as traditional mechanical competencies. Based on this program of study, students may choose to pursue National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification testing.

This certificate program provides students with an understanding of basic video production and editing. Instruction includes field and studio production of video content. After completion of this certificate, students will have the basic knowledge and understanding of video production to produce their own content for use in on-line and social media environments. Students may also choose to continue on to our thirty (30) credit career certificate in Video Production, and eventually go on to complete our A.A.S. degree in Digital Media Production and Distribution.

The Digital Media Production and Distribution curriculum is designed to prepare students for a career in the area of television and content production. The core purpose of this degree is for graduates to gain a proficiency in the four stages of the digital video production process including, pre-production production, post-production and distribution and monetization of digital video content. Students will learn scripting, storyboarding, camera, lighting, directing, editing; audio production, editing and enhancement; and graphic design within a video production. Typical entry-level positions would include production assistant, assistant director and other entry-level positions in lighting, audio production and editing, and video editing. The program is also suited for those desiring to work as an independent video producer/director, conceiving, producing, editing and distributing and monetizing their own productions.

This Option is for those who plan to pursue a B.A. in mass communications or media studies for an entry-level job in the mass media.

The Video Production Career Certificate is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of the video production process including the pre-production, production and post-production phases. Students will learn basic scripting, camera, lighting, directing and editing techniques. Students will also learn how to distribute their content to traditional and new media platforms. Upon completion, students can utilize the skills and knowledge obtained in this career certificate program for entrylevel work in the field of digital video production. Typical entry-level positions could include production intern, production assistant, assistant to a producer or director and independent producer. Students can apply this certificate toward our sixty (60) credit A.A.S. degree in Digital Media Production and Distribution.

This multidisciplinary certificate program prepares the student to apply the principles and elements of design to create original graphic design work in digital media and web design. Students will create digital works using cutting-edge software, such as the Adobe Suite, including Dreamweaver, Animate (formerly Flash), Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Students receive training in a wide range of activities including typography, publication design, and computer-aided graphic design. Students will develop skills in clear and effective visual communication. Presentation of information (i.e., selection of colors, paper, and media) is also emphasized.

This multidisciplinary degree program prepares students to apply the principles and elements of design to create original graphic design work in digital media and web design. Students will create digital works using cutting-edge software, such as the Adobe Suite, including Dreamweaver, Animate (formerly Flash), Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Students receive training in a wide range of activities including typography, publication design, and computer-aided graphic design. Students will develop skills in clear and effective visual communication. Presentation of information (i.e., selection of colors, paper, and media) is also emphasized.

This course prepares students to work as Certified Phlebotomy Technicians (CPT), a rapidly growing occupation. The need for qualified Phlebotomy Technicians continues to rise at hospitals, laboratories and blood donor centers. Earning a CPT will help launch a successful and meaningful career.

Students who successfully complete the course will be eligible to take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification exam. Students who pass the exam are granted the title of Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) and perform some or all of the following tasks:

Draw blood from patients and blood donors
Evaluate patients’ ability to withstand procedure
Explain blood-drawing procedure to patients and answer questions
Perform basic point of care testing, such as blood glucose levels
Prepare blood, urine and other specimens for testing
Verify patient/donor identity
Maintain medical equipment such as needles, test tubes and blood vials

This course prepares students to work as Certified EKG technicians (CET), a rapidly growing occupation. The need for qualified EKG technicians continues to rise as the aging population in America grows. Earning a CET will help launch a successful and meaningful career.

Students who successfully complete this course will be eligible to take the Certified EKG Technician (CET) national certification exam. Students who pass the exam are granted the title of Certified EKG Technician (CET). As a Certified EKG Technician (CET), students will have the credentials nearly all healthcare employers require to perform critical tasks of administering EKGs, as well as Holter monitoring and stress testing. These tests can be performed during physical exams, when cardiovascular problems are suspected, or in preparation for surgery.

Through a mixture of general education, professional course work, and professional practice at local healthcare facilities, students gain the knowledge and skills required to collect, analyze, and utilize health data essential to the healthcare industry.

This program is for those students seeking careers as medical coders, medical reimbursement specialists, and DRG coordinators. Many of the credits earned for this Certificate may be applied toward the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Health Information Management.

The North Jersey Imaging Academy, a partnership between Passaic County Community College and County College of Morris, offers certificate courses in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography, and Cross-Sectional Anatomy. These certificate programs offer didactic (lecture) courses that meet the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) requirements for structure education and are approved for continuing education credits by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). In addition, the program offers clinical education in CT, MRI and Mammography. Applicants must meet the requirements of our clinical partners.

The North Jersey Imaging Academy, a partnership between Passaic County Community College and County College of Morris, offers certificate courses in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography, and Cross-Sectional Anatomy. These certificate programs offer didactic (lecture) courses that meet the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) requirements for structure education and are approved for continuing education credits by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). In addition, the program offers clinical education in CT, MRI and Mammography. Applicants must meet the requirements of our clinical partners.

This Degree is for students seeking careers as X-ray technologists. The 24-month curriculum integrates classroom and clinical experiences.

Demonstrate the skill and competency of an entry-level radiographer.
Demonstrate effective communication in patient care intervention and professional relationships.
Apply appropriate problem solving and critical-thinking skills in the health-care setting.
Exercise ethical behavior, and display sound professional judgment in clinical practice

The North Jersey Imaging Academy, a partnership between Passaic County Community College and County College of Morris, offers certificate courses in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography, and Cross-Sectional Anatomy. These certificate programs offer didactic (lecture) courses that meet the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) requirements for structure education and are approved for continuing education credits by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). In addition, the program offers clinical education in CT, MRI and Mammography. Applicants must meet the requirements of our clinical partners.

The goal of this short-term training program in medical assisting is to prepare students for entry-level positions as Medical Assistants.

Graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to function as a member of a diversified health care team.
Define the scope of practice and general responsibilities of a Medical Assistant.
Perform administrative office procedures with accuracy and proficiency.
Perform clinical tasks with accuracy under a supervising physician.
Display a professional manner and image when dealing with healthcare colleagues and patients.
Demonstrate standard safety and emergency practices and procedures.
Communicate professionally, accurately, and within legal/ethical boundaries.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814-3449. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its Web address is www.acoteonline.org.

Graduates of an ACOTE accredited OTA program are eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapy assistant administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). In addition, most states including New Jersey require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

The Information Technology major is designed to provide students interested in beginning, changing, or advancing technology careers with a broad-based background in all areas of Information Technology. IT majors with this option are qualified for positions as a Network Administrator, Network Support Specialist, Network Analyst, Internet Support Specialist, and Technical Support Specialist. Students will be prepared to support computing in a networked environment and also be able to transfer to selected institutions of higher learning.

The Information Technology major is designed to provide students interested in beginning, changing, or advancing technology careers with a broad-based background in all areas of Information Technology. IT Majors with this option are qualified for positions as Desktop Support Technician, Help Desk Specialist, Internet Support Specialist, Microcomputer Support Specialist, Office Systems Support Specialist, and Technical Support Specialist. Students will be prepared to support computing in a networked environment and also be able to transfer to selected institutions of higher learning.

The Information Technology major is designed to provide students interested in beginning, changing, or advancing technology careers with a broad-based background in all areas of Information Technology. IT majors with this option are qualified for positions as a Web Applications Developer, Web Support Specialist, and Web Manager and Administrator. Students will be prepared to support computing in a networked environment and also be able to transfer to selected institutions of higher learning.

This certificate program provides students with a foundation in Information Technology concepts including identifying and explaining computer components, installing software, establishing network connectivity and preventing security risks. Students completing this certificate of achievement are required to attempt the CompTIA IT Fundamentals examination.

This Degree is designed to provide recognition for work experience while assisting individuals in their preparation for career advancement. This program is designed to provide skills for personal, professional, and community improvement. The program is highly individualized and flexible. As many as 16 credits may be awarded for work experience including military experience, trade/proprietary school preparation, apprenticeship programs, and structured on-the-job training after appropriate evaluation. The Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies program is designed for graduates to seek employment directly.

The Information Technology major is designed to provide students interested in beginning, changing, or advancing technology careers with a broad-based background in all areas of Information Technology. IT majors with this option are qualified for positions as a Network Administrator, Network Support Specialist, Network Analyst, Internet Support Specialist, and Technical Support Specialist. Students will be prepared to support computing in a networked environment and also be able to transfer to selected institutions of higher learning.

This Certificate program is designed for those who wish to become proficient in the fundamentals of Networking technology, security and the latest Windows Operating System. It provides breadth and depth in the full range of technology needed for a career in networking administration and networking security. It can be taken either as a standalone certificate or as an addition to the standard A.A.S. Degree in Computer Information Technology.

The Certificate Program serves as preparation for the Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist (MCTS) and Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) examinations, as well as the CompTIA Network+ and Security+ exams. It meets the training needs of those entering the workforce for the first time, those re-entering the job market, or those who are currently employed and seeking a career change.

This Degree is designed to provide recognition for work experience while assisting individuals in their preparation for career advancement. This program is designed to provide skills for personal, professional, and community improvement. The program is highly individualized and flexible. As many as 16 credits may be awarded for work experience including military experience, trade/proprietary school preparation, apprenticeship programs, and structured on-the-job training after appropriate evaluation. The Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies program is designed for graduates to seek employment directly.

The Information Technology major is designed to provide students interested in beginning, changing, or advancing technology careers with a broad-based background in all areas of Information Technology. IT majors with this option are qualified for positions as a Web Applications Developer, Web Support Specialist, and Web Manager and Administrator. Students will be prepared to support computing in a networked environment and also be able to transfer to selected institutions of higher learning.

This Degree is designed to provide recognition for work experience while assisting individuals in their preparation for career advancement. This program is designed to provide skills for personal, professional, and community improvement. The program is highly individualized and flexible. As many as 16 credits may be awarded for work experience including military experience, trade/proprietary school preparation, apprenticeship programs, and structured on-the-job training after appropriate evaluation. The Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies program is designed for graduates to seek employment directly.

This Certificate of Achievement is designed for those who wish to become proficient in the fundamentals of Web Technology. It can be taken as a stand-alone certificate program or as an addition to the standard A.A.S. Degree in Computer Information Technology.

It is intended for those students seeking the necessary education to find employment as an entry-level Web Applications developer, Web Support Specialist, Web Manager, or Administrator. It is also intended to satisfy the training needs of those entering the workforce for the first time, those re-entering the job market, and those who are currently employed and seeking a career change.

This Multidisciplinary Certificate Program serves as preparation for those seeking to be trained as information security technicians with skills necessary to identify criminal activities such as hacking, phishing, identity theft, email, and virus and DOS (Denial of Service) attacks. Through lab-based courses, students will gain the skills necessary to deploy security measures in order to thwart potential attacks. The Program is intended for those who desire an entry-level position in the Information Security field or people seeking a career change who have had criminal justice experience. Some of the courses are mapped to the objectives for the CompTIA Security+ Certification Program. Positions are available in national or local government agencies as well as private security firms.

This Certificate program is designed for those who wish to become proficient in the fundamentals of Networking technology, security and the latest Windows Operating System. It provides breadth and depth in the full range of technology needed for a career in networking administration and networking security. It can be taken either as a standalone certificate or as an addition to the standard A.A.S. Degree in Computer Information Technology.

The Certificate Program serves as preparation for the Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist (MCTS) and Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) examinations, as well as the CompTIA Network+ and Security+ exams. It meets the training needs of those entering the workforce for the first time, those re-entering the job market, or those who are currently employed and seeking a career change.

This Degree is designed to provide recognition for work experience while assisting individuals in their preparation for career advancement. This program is designed to provide skills for personal, professional, and community improvement. The program is highly individualized and flexible. As many as 16 credits may be awarded for work experience including military experience, trade/proprietary school preparation, apprenticeship programs, and structured on-the-job training after appropriate evaluation. The Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies program is designed for graduates to seek employment directly.

This Degree is designed to provide recognition for work experience while assisting individuals in their preparation for career advancement. This program is designed to provide skills for personal, professional, and community improvement. The program is highly individualized and flexible. As many as 16 credits may be awarded for work experience including military experience, trade/proprietary school preparation, apprenticeship programs, and structured on-the-job training after appropriate evaluation. The Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies program is designed for graduates to seek employment directly.

This A.A.S. Degree in Culinary Arts provides comprehensive theory and practical preparation for students seeking entry-level restaurant and food service positions in fine dining establishments, with core courses designed to prepare students for positions as station chefs, sous-chefs, and restaurant managers. Course offerings focus on the concepts of purchasing protocols, food preparation, nutrition, menu planning, equipment operation and basic maintenance, and table service.

The Certificate of Achievement in Culinary Arts instructs students the basics in culinary fundamentals. In addition to culinary classes, students take baking and restaurant management courses with kitchen labs, dining labs, and class instruction. Students will be able to progress in their culinary skills and techniques as they prepare for an entry level career position.

This Certificate is intended for those students who wish to enter the food industry as an entry level cook or chef, or enter a new career path in the culinary arts.

This A.A.S. Degree in Culinary Arts provides comprehensive theory and practical preparation for students seeking entry-level restaurant and food service positions in fine dining establishments, with core courses designed to prepare students for positions as station chefs, sous-chefs, and restaurant managers. Course offerings focus on the concepts of purchasing protocols, food preparation, nutrition, menu planning, equipment operation and basic maintenance, and table service.

This Career Certificate is intended for those students interested in working in the Hospitality Industry. This certificate provides the necessary skills and background to enter the Hospitality workforce. The students who earn this certificate will be able to seamlessly continue a degree in Hospitality Management.

This A.A.S. degree in Hospitality Management is intended for those students interested in securing an entry-level supervisory position in the hospitality industry. The degree includes courses that helps students to develop operational skills necessary in this field of business, while opening a door for a supervisory position.

This Career Certificate is intended for those students interested in working in the Hospitality Industry. This certificate provides the necessary skills and background to enter the Hospitality workforce. The students who earn this certificate will be able to seamlessly continue a degree in Hospitality Management.