Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas

The PCCUA Truck Driving program prepares and trains new drivers with the skills and knowledge needed to pass the state skills test and obtain a Class “A” CDL license.

Graphic Communications is the visual exchange of information. This degree covers graphic art and design, illustration, digital photography, printing layout and design, as well as computer graphics and web design.

The PCCUA Construction Technology degree prepares students to apply technical knowledge and skills for construction work such as building, inspecting, and maintaining of structures, roads, metal frames, and other construction jobs. The PCCUA program has specialized tracks in general construction, commercial HVAC, and welding, although operation of construction equipment will also be part of the instruction.

The HVAC program is designed to prepare students to work with HVAC Systems. The program includes industrial electricity, industrial safety and sanitation, basic blueprint reading, and the basic laws of thermodynamics and thermodynamic cycles. Concepts of heat transfer and applications of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning.

The PCCUA Construction Technology degree prepares students to apply technical knowledge and skills for construction work such as building, inspecting, and maintaining of structures, roads, metal frames, and other construction jobs. The PCCUA program has specialized tracks in general construction, commercial HVAC, and welding, although operation of construction equipment will also be part of the instruction.

Welding is the process of joining metals by melting the parts and then using a filler to form a joint. Welding can be done using different energy sources, from a gas flame or electric arc to a laser or ultrasound. Welding is one of the most sought after trades today. Put your skills to work and earn strong competitive salaries. As long as there are advancements in metal products and metal infrastructures, there will be a place for welders.

This certificate has been developed for people interested in studying and working with young children in preschool and day care centers. The program is designed for full-time child care providers who have completed 480 hours of child care. Under certain conditions students who have not met this requirement may be accepted in the program; however, they will have to earn the 480 hours of experience before program completion. PCCUA can place students in volunteer internships. Completion time is one year. Students enroll in 12+ credit hours per semester and 3-6 college credit hours in the summer.

This training provides students with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills to pass the CDA Assessment and Competency Standards for Infant/Toddler, Preschool and/or Family Childcare Caregivers. The Child Development Associate Credential is awarded through the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition. This is a national credential recognized in 49 states and the District of Columbia.

The EMT Program is a one-semester Certificate of Proficiency program. Upon successful completion of three courses (EMT 1010, Emergency Medical Training course, OT 113, Medical Terminology I and BH 113, Chronic and Infectious Diseases) students are eligible to earn a Certificate of Proficiency in EMT.

This two-year degree program is designed to prepare students for information technology careers in networking, programming/coding, and cyber security.

This two-year degree program is designed to prepare students for information technology careers in networking, programming/coding, and cyber security.

This two-year degree program is designed to prepare students for information technology careers in networking, programming/coding, and cyber security.

The Practical Nursing Program is designed to prepare qualified individuals to meet community nursing needs and perform those functions which are recognized as being within the scope of practical nursing and where the skill of registered nurses is not required.

The Office of Long-Term Care approves the Nursing Assistant Program. Graduates are eligible to take the Written and Skills Assessment Exams for certification.

The Phlebotomy Program is a two (2) semester Technical Certificate program. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the national phlebotomy certification examination.