

This program
focuses on fundamental marketable skills in the surveying
field. It prepares students for entry-level positions in the civil
and construction industry. Completion of the certificate
satisfies the educational requirements portion of the Land
Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) program as set forth by the State
of Missouri. All of the courses will apply toward an Associate
of Applied Science degree in Engineering Technology –
Construction Management and Civil Applications Option.
This program
focuses on fundamental marketable skills in the surveying
field. It prepares students for entry-level positions in the civil
and construction industry. Completion of the certificate
satisfies the educational requirements portion of the Land
Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) program as set forth by the State
of Missouri. All of the courses will apply toward an Associate
of Applied Science degree in Engineering Technology –
Construction Management and Civil Applications Option.
This option in the
Engineering Technology program focuses on the knowledge
and skills necessary for success in the computer-aided
drafting field. This degree option prepares students for entrylevel
employment and provides a foundation for future
advancement in the architectural, civil, and manufacturing
industries. The option includes an internship for on-the-job
training with area companies.
This program
focuses on fundamental marketable skills in the surveying
field. It prepares students for entry-level positions in the civil
and construction industry. Completion of the certificate
satisfies the educational requirements portion of the Land
Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) program as set forth by the State
of Missouri. All of the courses will apply toward an Associate
of Applied Science degree in Engineering Technology –
Construction Management and Civil Applications Option.
This option in the Engineering Technology program focuses on computer-aided drafting,
surveying, construction management, and other civil- and construction-related areas. This degree option prepares students for
entry-level employment and provides a foundation for future advancement in civil engineering, construction, or surveying, as well as
entry into a university-level technology program. The option includes an internship for on-the-job training with area companies.
The Electrical
Technology program prepares students for entry level
employment as an electrician. Students will acquire
knowledge and skills required to work in residential,
commercial, and industrial electricity. The National Electrical
Code (NEC), along with local regulations, will be referenced
throughout the program.
This program is for students who want to develop management and technical skills to enter agricultural related industry or production.
View on provider's websiteThis program
focuses on basic marketable skills in the surveying field. It
prepares students for entry-level positions in the civil and
construction technology field. Completion of the certificate
satisfies the educational requirements portion of the Land
Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) program as set forth by the State
of Missouri. All of the courses will apply toward an Associate
of Applied Science degree in Engineering Technology -
Construction Management and Civil Applications option.
The HVAC/R
program prepares students for entry level employment as a
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R)
technician. Students will acquire knowledge and skills
required to work as a HVAC/R technician on equipment in
residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The program
will provide instruction related to local, state, and federal
codes/regulations.
This program gives
the student a welding certificate they can present with their
resume to employers. This certificate alone will not be
considered as an industry welding certification but as proof of
course completion. This certificate can be built upon in the
seeking of industry certification. It can aid the student in
securing employment in the manufacturing workplace in a
maintenance setting.
This option in the Engineering Technology Welding option program focuses on the
knowledge and skills necessary to succeed within the manufacturing and maintenance profession. This option prepares students for
entry-level employment and provides a foundation for advancement in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.
This program builds
knowledge and skills in operating welding equipment and
performing basic welding operations. Students will receive
hands-on instruction in cutting processes; gas metal arc, gas
tungsten arc, and shielded metal arc welding; shop safety;
fabrication; oxy/acetylene fusion welding; quality assurance;
and using blueprints. This certificate could be built upon in
seeking industry certification, and the skills developed will
prepare the student for such certification. The student can
choose to take any course in steps that can be stacked one at
a time or in multiples. The certificate could aid the student in
securing employment in the manufacturing workplace.
The Plumbing
Technology program prepares students for entry level
employment in the occupation of plumber. Students will
acquire knowledge and skills required to work in residential,
commercial, and industrial plumbing. The program will
present local, state, and national codes/regulations.
This program
focuses on the use of technology within the field of criminal
justice. Courses within this program prepare students for
intelligence–led policing, crime mapping, computer network
security, cybercrimes, and the use of technology in criminal
investigations and homeland security.
The Criminal
Justice short-term certificate enable students to quickly
obtain a post-secondary certificate, while allowing for future
personal development at a degree level.
The Criminal
Justice short-term certificate enable students to quickly
obtain a post-secondary certificate, while allowing for future
personal development at a degree level.
The Criminal
Justice short-term certificate enable students to quickly
obtain a post-secondary certificate, while allowing for future
personal development at a degree level.
The Criminal Justice Law Enforcement option program prepares individuals for a career in
law enforcement and police work. In addition to courses concerned primarily with the activities of police on the operational level,
the curriculum includes the legal, social, and philosophical basis for law enforcement. This program is applicable to both the preservice
student and the in-service officer.
The Criminal
Justice short-term certificate enable students to quickly
obtain a post-secondary certificate, while allowing for future
personal development at a degree level.
The Criminal
Justice short-term certificate enable students to quickly
obtain a post-secondary certificate, while allowing for future
personal development at a degree level.
The Criminal Justice Correction option program prepares individuals for a career in law
enforcement and police work. In addition to courses concerned primarily with the activities of police on the operational level, the
curriculum includes the legal, social, and philosophical basis for law enforcement. This program is applicable to both the pre-service
student and the in-service officer.
The Early Childhood Development curriculum is designed to both prepare students for employment and for leadership roles in licensed child centers, private preschools, and Head Start. Although offered as a terminal degree, many courses also transfer into four-year Early Childhood Development programs.
View on provider's websiteThe Early Childhood Development short-term certificate is designed to prepare the student to apply for the national CDA Credential obtained from the Council for Professional Recognition. The CDA certificate prepares the student for immediate work in the field. The Council for Professional Recognition requires 120 hours of professional classroom instruction and 48 hours of work experience in a licensed child care setting. Completion of the Short-Term Certificate will meet the 120 hours of education requirement and 60 hours of the work experience requirement. The CDA Credential is awarded by the Council for Profession Recognition after all requirements have been met, not by Three Rivers College. All CDA requirements can be found at www.cdacouncil.org
View on provider's websiteThis course prepares entry level EMT for employment in the region
View on provider's websiteThis program aims to prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician-
Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to provide safe and
effective pre-hospital emergency care for sick and injured adults and children. Both general education and paramedic courses are
included in the program of study. Clinical internship experiences are planned in local healthcare facilities under direct guidance of
experienced preceptors.
This program aims to
prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical
Technician-Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge),
psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning
domains to provide safe and effective pre-hospital
emergency care for sick and injured adults and children. Both
general education and paramedic courses are included in the
program of study. Clinical internship experiences are planned
in local healthcare facilities under direct guidance of
experienced preceptors.
The Environmental Health and Safety Technology program prepares students for
positions in occupational safety and health or environmental technology. Health and safety specialists work with federal, state, and
local environmental and occupational regulatory programs. They address compliance issues, workers’ compensation, monitoring,
training, and recordkeeping in addition to many other requirements. Environmental technology addresses water, wastewater, air,
solid waste, hazardous waste, and other environmental programs.
The EHS
Technology Certificate program prepares students for
positions that oversee, administer, monitor, and ensure
compliance with federal, state, and/or local environmental
and occupational safety and health regulatory programs.
The Environmental/Occupational Safety and Health Technology Certificate program prepares students for positions that oversee, administer, monitor, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and/or local environmental and occupational safety and health regulatory programs.
View on provider's websiteThe Fire Science program focuses on providing learning opportunities that introduce,
develop and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and
advancement. This degree option prepares students for entry-level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the
firefighting, fire inspection, fire instructor, and fire investigation fields.
The Fire Science Certificate program focuses on providing students with skills in
firefighting and emergency medical services and prepares students for entry-level employment and a foundation for future
advancement in the firefighting field.
The Diesel Technology Program provides the student with the necessary skills and theory to enter either the medium/heavy duty truck or the construction/mining equipment service and repair fields.
View on provider's websiteThe Diesel Technology Program provides the student with the necessary skills and theory to enter either the medium/heavy duty truck or the construction/mining equipment service and repair fields.
View on provider's websiteThe Diesel Technology Program provides the student with the necessary skills and theory to enter either the medium/heavy duty truck or the construction/mining equipment service and repair fields.
View on provider's websiteThe Diesel Technology Program provides the student with the necessary skills and theory to enter either the medium/heavy duty truck or the construction/mining equipment service and repair fields.
View on provider's websiteThe Diesel Technology Program provides the student with the necessary skills and theory to enter either the medium/heavy duty truck or the construction/mining equipment service and repair fields.
View on provider's websiteThe Diesel Technology Program provides the student with the necessary skills and theory to enter either the medium/heavy duty truck or the construction/mining equipment service and repair fields.
View on provider's websiteThis certificate
option in the Engineering Technology program is designed to
enable students to develop technical skills and knowledge to
enter power plant operator and technician level positions in
the power plant industry and provides a foundation for future
advancement in this industry.
The program focuses on providing students with skills in using, maintaining, operating,
and installing different electrical systems and components. Completion of the certificate prepares students for entry-level
employment and provides a foundation for future advancement in the industrial technology and manufacturing sectors.
The IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.
View on provider's websiteThe Medical Billing and Coding program prepares students with the knowledge of ICD and
CPT coding to assign accurate codes for diagnosis, procedures, and other services. Students will also learn various clerical and
administrative functions that relate to medical facilities. This program prepares the graduate to meet the challenges in today’s
health care billing and coding systems through the application of practical and theoretical general education, hands-on skill
development, and a coordinated internship project.
In keeping with the mission of the Missouri Health Professions Consortium (MHPC), the
Medical Laboratory Technician program was developed to meet the increasing demand for highly competent medical laboratory
technicians in rural and underserved areas of Missouri. The purpose of this associate degree program is to prepare selected
individuals to provide accurate and reliable diagnostic testing results to the citizens of Missouri. We educate and prepare laboratory
generalists, to have the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors that are necessary to be eligible to apply for the national
certification examination as well as meet employer expectations in the community service area.
The Occupational Therapy Assistant program is a one-plus-one degree program which prepares students to practice as
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) after meeting certification and state licensure standards. Three Rivers College is
one of five colleges in the Missouri Health Professions Consortium (MHPC) currently selected to offer the program coordinated
through the University of Missouri. Three Rivers offers and enrolls students in the general education coursework; sophomore level
(professional level) coursework typically originates from a classroom in Columbia, MO, and is conveyed to Three Rivers’ students via
interactive television and internet based technology. Through the combination of general education, professional level coursework,
classroom and laboratory practice, and clinical fieldwork experiences, students will learn the profession of occupational therapy
assistant. Travel to other campuses for laboratory practice will be required. The professional year does not run on a traditional
academic cycle. Classes will begin the Monday after New Year’s Day and will run through the end of the fall semester. Completion of
professional coursework takes one full calendar year.
The purpose of the Practical Nursing program at Three Rivers College is to prepare
students to achieve a one-year certificate in Practical Nursing and be successful in obtaining licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
The Practical Nursing program instills knowledge, skills, and professional values to prepare individuals to enter the workforce and
provide safe, effective nursing care for clients in a variety of healthcare settings.
2080 Three Rivers Blvd
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
United States