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25-1199.00 - Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
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Current Employment
232,300
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Forecasted Employment
254,000
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Change in Employment
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Change in Employment %
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Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College/University Transfer degree is designed to prepare students to successfully transfer to a four-year college or university. Students should choose this transfer program if they plan to major in a field not listed in one of our other transfer programs, or if they are undecided about their major.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College/University Transfer degree with a specialization in Business Administration is designed to prepare students with core knowledge and skills needed for entry into baccalaureate schools of business. Admission to Business Majors at four-year institutions may be very competitive; students should be knowledgeable about the specific requirements of the four-year school to which they wish to transfer so that they may make appropriate course choices.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College/University Transfer degree with a specialization in Psychology is designed to prepare students to successfully transfer to a four-year college or university. Students should choose this transfer program if they plan to major in Psychology or a related field.
Associate of Science
The Science degree is designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions and pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in an area of natural or physical sciences, or mathematics. This degree is intended for students who wish to continue their studies in the fields of Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, or Physics, and may also be appropriate for students seeking to complete requirements for Pre-medical, and other pre-health sciences majors.
Associate of Science
Science - Engineering is designed to prepare students to successfully transfer to a four-year college or university. Students should choose this transfer program if they plan to major in Engineering or a related field.
Associate of Science
Science - Computer Science is designed to prepare students to successfully transfer to a four-year college or university. Students should choose this transfer program if they plan to major in Computer Science or a related field.
Associate of Arts
This two-year degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college and major in programs such as English, history, philosophy, political science, art history, foreign languages, and religious studies.
Associate of Science
This two-year degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college. This degree is intended for students who may be unsure of their intended major.
Associate of Science
This two-year degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college and major in a science program such as biology, chemistry, physics, pre-med, pre-dentistry, and environmental science.
Career Studies Certificate
This two-semester program prepares students for jobs in the museum field. It also provides training for students already working in the field.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences program in Business Administration prepares the student to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in business. It provides the student with the course work and skills needed to pursue further study in accounting, finance, management, marketing, and more.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences program in Business Administration - Information Technology Specialization prepares the student to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in a business information technology field. It provides the student with coursework and skills needed to pursue further study in information technology.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a degree that leads to teacher certification. It provides students with the course work and skills needed to pursue further study in education, leading to jobs in teaching at a variety of grade levels.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in General Studies prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university. It provides students with the skills needed to pursue further study in a wide variety of subjects, leading to jobs in areas like education, science, business, or the arts.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
An Associates of Arts and Sciences in Science prepares the student to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in the sciences. It provides the student with the course work and skills needed to pursue further study in biology, chemistry, physics, geology, biomedical sciences, environmental science, neuroscience, and more.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
An Associates of Arts and Sciences in Science - Life Sciences Specialization prepares the student to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in the sciences. It provides the student with the course work and skills needed to pursue further study in biology, chemistry, biomedical sciences, neuroscience, and more.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
An Associates of Arts and Sciences in Science - Physical Sciences Specialization prepares the student to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in the sciences. It provides the student with the course work and skills needed to pursue further study in chemistry, physics, geology, environmental science, and more.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences in Business Administration is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university to study business administration, accounting, business information systems, economics, finance, marketing, or management. Students have sufficient flexibility to select courses appropriate to the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Students should complete a DCC program comparable to the first two years of the program at the transfer institution as admission requirements vary by institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university to study any of the traditional liberal arts subjects. This degree may also be appropriate for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program with certification to teach elementary or secondary English, humanities, or social sciences. Students have sufficient flexibility to select courses appropriate to the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Students should complete a DCC program comparable to the first two years of the program at the transfer institution as admission requirements vary by institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Humanities Specialization is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university to study any of the traditional humanities-related fields, which include communications and journalism, religion, philosophy, as well as some of the fine arts such as art, theater, music, and creative writing. Students have sufficient flexibility to select courses appropriate to the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Students should complete a DCC program comparable to the first two years of the program at the transfer institution as admission requirements vary by institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences in Liberal Arts - Social Science Specialization is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university to study any of the traditional social science-related fields, which include sociology, criminology, anthropology, psychology, history, geography, political science, or economics. Students have sufficient flexibility to select courses appropriate to the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Students should complete a DCC program comparable to the first two years of the program at the transfer institution as admission requirements vary by institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences in Science is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university for medical or other science-related programs of study. Students have sufficient flexibility to select courses appropriate to the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Admission requirements vary by institution and students are urged to familiarize themselves with the requirements of the college to which they intend to transfer. Students should complete a DCC program comparable to the first two years of the program at the transfer institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences in Science - Computer Science Specialization is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university for computer science, information technology, or computer security. Students have sufficient flexibility to select courses appropriate to the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Admission requirements vary by institution and students are urged to familiarize themselves with the requirements of the college to which they intend to transfer. Students should complete a DCC program comparable to the first two years of the program at the transfer institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Business Administration AA&S (Plan Code 216) is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in business administration, accounting, management, marketing, or another business-related programs.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies (Plan Code 697) is intended to provide students with a general course of study that parallels the freshman and sophomore years at most colleges and universities. Although not all four-year colleges and universities treat the degree as a pure transfer degree, the courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in Liberal Arts (Plan Code 650) will prepare students to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. Students should work closely with a counselor or advisor to select appropriate coursework in preparation for transfer to their intended major and college or university.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in Liberal Arts, Education Specialization: Teacher Preparation (PreK-8) (Plan Code 650-12) is designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in a Teacher Preparation program. Students should consult an advisor to choose the appropriate courses based on where students plan to transfer and their intended transfer program.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science AA&S (Plan Code 881) is designed for persons who are interested in transferring into a science or pre-professional baccalaureate program. This program is designed to prepare students for programs with an emphasis on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Scientifically oriented persons are in demand in business, government, industry, and a variety of health professions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Business Administration program is designed for the student who plans to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in business administration. Students who wish to pursue careers in accounting, management, marketing, economics, public administration, finance, banking, or human resource management should select this program.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Education program is designed to provide courses in general education for the student who plans to complete a baccalaureate degree program in teacher education at a four-year institution. Students who plan to enter this program should be aware of the opportunities for professional employment in the several specialized areas of teaching and counseling.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The K-8 Education Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree program is designed to provide courses in general education for the student who plans to complete a baccalaureate degree program in elementary education at a four-year institution. Students who plan to enter this program should be aware of the opportunities for professional employment in the several specialized areas of teaching and counseling. Students must complete a Division of Professional and Technical Studies approved background check prior to enrollment in EDU 200 course.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Liberal Arts Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree, usually the Bachelor of Arts degree, in the liberal arts or social sciences. Students are urged to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the major department in planning their programs. Students should select this curriculum if they intend to major in one of the following disciplines: Economics, English, Foreign Language, Pre-Law, History, Humanities, Journalism, Library Science, Literature, Philosophy, Political Science, Government, Religion, or Sociology.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The General Studies Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree program is intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year college or university. For students who are uncertain about their educational goals, this curriculum offers sufficient flexibility so that students may take courses that are accepted at most public four-year institutions in a wide variety of baccalaureate degree programs. It also provides greater opportunity than that offered in other college-transfer programs for the student to take courses that emphasize areas of academic strength and interest. Students are urged to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the major department in planning their programs.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Psychology Specialization of the General Studies Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree program is designed for students who plan to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at a four-year college or university. While the standard General Studies curriculum provides flexibility for students who are uncertain about their educational goals, the Psychology Specialization is designed to provide a solid academic foundation in Psychology.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Health and Physical Education Specialization of the General Studies Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree program is designed for students who plan to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Health, Physical Education, or Kinesiology at a four-year college or university. Career paths include teacher education, athletic training, exercise science, or health science. Like other transfer degree programs, students pursuing the Health and Physical Education Specialization take courses that are accepted at most public four year institutions in a wide variety of baccalaureate degree programs. However, departments of Physical Education, Health, and Kinesiology differ greatly in their approaches to the undergraduate major, and students are urged to acquaint themselves with the degree requirements of potential college or university transfer destinations.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Pre-BSN Specialization of the General Studies Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree prepares students for entry into a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This curriculum incorporates the general education courses required by most BSN programs. When taken concurrently with the Nursing Associate of Applied Science Degree at Germanna, students in this curriculum can complete the first three years of a RN to BSN program prior to transfer. This curriculum may also provide a program of study for students preparing to apply to the Nursing Associate of Applied Science Degree program at Germanna. Additionally, this program provides Registered Nurses who are interested in pursuing RN-BSN programs at a four-year colleges or universities an opportunity to complete most General Education courses prior to transfer.
Like other transfer degree programs, students pursuing the Pre-BSN Specialization take courses that are accepted at most public four year institutions in a wide variety of baccalaureate degree programs. However, students are responsible for confirming the transfer options at their four year institution of choice.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Administration of Justice Specialization of the General Studies Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree program is designed for students who plan to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice, Police Science or Homeland Security at a four-year college or university. Students who complete this program of study may be eligible to earn junior-class standing at a four-year college or university and will have complete courses that generally serve as prerequisites for advanced undergraduate coursework in Administration of Justice. Like other transfer degree programs, students pursuing the Administration of Justice Specialization take courses that are accepted at most public four year institutions in a wide variety of baccalaureate degree programs. However, departments of Administration of Justice or Criminal Justice differ greatly in their approaches to the undergraduate major and students are urged to acquaint themselves with the degree requirements of potential college or university transfer destinations.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in a pre-professional or scientific program. It is appropriate for students who plan to major in one of the biological or physical sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, forestry, science education, pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, nursing, or one of the many allied health professions.
Associate of Applied Science
The Culinary Arts program provides a comprehensive occupational-technical education that prepares students with the skills needed for immediate industry employment opportunities as culinary artisans and managers within a variety of culinary, food service, hospitality, and retail paths.
Associate of Applied Science
The Culinary Arts program provides a comprehensive occupational-technical education that prepares students with the skills needed for immediate industry employment opportunities as culinary artisans and managers within a variety of culinary, food service, hospitality, and retail paths.
Associate of Applied Science
The Culinary Arts program provides a comprehensive occupational-technical education that prepares students with the skills needed for immediate industry employment opportunities as culinary artisans and managers within a variety of culinary, food service, hospitality, and retail paths.
Associate of Applied Science
The degree in American Sign Language (ASL)-English Interpretation is designed to prepare individuals for a career in sign language interpretation.
Associate of Arts
This degree is for those who want to transfer to a 4 year college to prepare for a career in broad study fields that demand thinking on many levels, reading, writing, and those that involve any of the arts, humanities, or social sciences. Majors must take two years of a foreign language.
Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts lays the foundation for a Bachelor of Arts degree in art and art history, ASL-English Interpretation, communication, Deaf studies, English/literature, history, humanities, journalism, music, philosophy, pre-law, social sciences, speech-language pathology, religious studies, and world languages. The liberal arts promote a broad background of knowledge across the arts, humanities, languages, and social sciences to develop students' abilities in analytical and critical thinking, written and oral communication, and understanding global cultural awareness. The Liberal Arts degree is a two-year program designed for those students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree. While the program is designed to provide transfer paths that will match the requirements of four-year colleges and universities, the requirements may differ. Therefore, students are strongly urged to work with their assigned advisor and to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which they plan to transfer. This program requires intermediate proficiency (two years of coursework or its equivalent) in a language other than English.
Associate of Arts
This program is for those who want to become a teacher at the middle and high school level. Most who want to teach history, English or a world language choose this program. One must transfer to a four year college to earn a teaching license. Contact the Teacher Prep Program Head to help choose the correct program and course tract.
Associate of Science
With the rapid development of business and industry in Virginia, there is a great demand for qualified personnel in business administration to provide leadership for this economic growth. The Associate of Science degree with a major in Business Administration is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in business administration.
Associate of Science
This program is for those with transfer goals that are not met by other Reynolds transfer programs. It has 46 credits of broad content courses and 15 that must match core courses in the chosen program at a four year college.
Associate of Science
This program prepares students to transfer to a four-year college and major in elementary education (kindergarten- 6th grade). This degree is not intended for students who want to teach special education, physical education, health, art, theatre or music.
Associate of Science
The Science focused degree is for persons who plan to transfer. This program provides a vital education to prepare students for a future in any science field.
Associate of Science
The Mathematics focused degree is for persons who plan to transfer. This program provides a vital education to prepare students for a future in any mathematics field.
Associate of Science
The Math/Science Teacher focused degree is for persons who plan to transfer. This program provides a vital education to prepare students for a future in the teaching field.
Associate of Arts & Science
Allows students the flexibility of moving into accredited transfer programs in Therapeutic Recreation and Recreation Therapy.
Associate of Arts & Science
This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college or university to complete a degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, management or marketing.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for people who seek to transfer and earn a Bachelor's degree or higher and obtain teacher licensure and employment as a teacher, Guidance Counselor, or Administrator in a PreK - Grade 12 setting. People who choose to seek work as a Teaching Assistant in a public school will also benefit from this curriculum with or without transferring.
Associate of Arts & Science
The liberal arts degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college to earn a bachelor of arts degree.
Associate of Arts & Science
The fine arts specialization is for students who plan to transfer to a four year college to earn a degree in fine arts.
Associate of Arts & Science
The general studies degree is for students who plan to transfer to a four year college.
Associate of Arts & Science
This specialization is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college to earn a degree in criminal justice or ADJ.
Associate of Arts & Science
The specialization is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college to earn a degree in the human services field.
Associate of Arts & Science
This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college and earn a degree in recreation and outdoor management.
Associate of Arts & Science
Designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a degree in communications or related fields. Students in the communications specialization may wish to major in the following fields: communication, mass media, radio and telecommunications, or speech.
Associate of Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college to earn a degree in a STEM discipline.
Associate of Science
This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college and earn a degree in the agricultural sciences.
Associate of Science
The associate of science degree program in science: health professions specialization program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year health profession program.
Associate of Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year school to complete an advance degree program in computer science.
Associate of Science
This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four year college and earn a degree in forensic sciences.
Associate of Science
This degree is designed for students that plan to transfer to a four year college and pursue a degree in cybersecurity engineering.
Associate of Science
This degree is designed for students that plan to transfer to a four year college and pursue a degree in data science.
Associate of Arts & Sciences
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities. Following the prescribed coursework in this program will result in graduation with the Associate of Arts & Science degree (AA&S). Students should consult with their advisors to ensure that they select general electives that best prepare them for the specific requirements of their intended transfer college or university programs of study.This degree plan is closely aligned to local universities and colleges. Please see your advisor for specific guidelines.
Associate of Arts & Sciences
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities. Following the prescribed coursework in this program will result in graduation with the Associate of Arts & Science degree (AA&S). Students should consult with their advisors to ensure that they select general electives that best prepare them for the specific requirements of their intended transfer college or university programs of study. This degree plan is closely aligned to local universities and colleges. Please see your advisor for specific guidelines.
Associate of Arts & Sciences
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities. Following the prescribed coursework in this program will result in graduation with the Associate of Arts & Science degree (AA&S). Students should consult with their advisors to ensure that they select general electives that best prepare them for the specific requirements of their intended transfer college or university programs of study.
Associate of Arts & Sciences
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities. Following the prescribed coursework in this program will result in graduation with the Associate of Arts & Science degree (AA&S). Students should consult with their advisors to ensure that they select general electives that best prepare them for the specific requirements of their intended transfer college or university programs of study. This degree plan is closely aligned to local universities and colleges. Please see your advisor for specific guidelines.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities. Following the prescribed coursework in this program will result in graduation with the Associate of Arts & Science degree (AA&S). Students should consult with their advisors to ensure that they select general electives that best prepare them for the specific requirements of their intended transfer college or university programs of study. This degree plan is closely aligned to local universities and colleges. Please see your advisor for specific guidelines.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities. Following the prescribed coursework in this program will result in graduation with the Associate of Arts & Science degree (AA&S). Students should consult with their advisors to ensure that they select general electives that best prepare them for the specific requirements of their intended transfer college or university programs of study. This degree plan is closely aligned to local universities and colleges and meets the Guaranteed Admission Agreement between Virginia Tech and the Virginia Community College System found at the following link: http://www.admiss.vt.edu/form-pdf/engineeringarticulationagreement.pdf. Please see your advisor for specific guidelines.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Businesss Administration degree prepares students to transfer to four-year universities to study majors such as accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing. This degree combines general education with business theories and practices. Graduates must transfer to complete the requirements for a bachelor¿s degree.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Education program pathway provides the first two years of study toward a bachelor¿s degree and licensure to teach. Students in this pathway will participate in education courses as well as a total of 60 hours of in-class observation in readiness for their transfer to a department/school of Education at a four-year college/university. Students will also have an opportunity at MGCC for an education internship and will be prepared for that final step of attaining their degree and licensure at
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The General Studies Associate of Arts and Science degree is the first two years of many four-year college or university majors. Core requirements include English, mathematics, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. This is an excellent program for those seeking a solid general educational background. It is also recommended for students who have not identified a specific major and/or specific institution to which to transfer.
Associate in Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies w/Specialization in Administration of Justice
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The General Studies Associate of Arts and Sciences, Specialization in Administration of Justice supports transfer of Mountain Gateway Community College students into careers in law enforcement, corrections, criminology and other areas in criminal justice for which a baccalaureate degree is the minimum requirement.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is the first two years of study that comprise a bachelor's degree at a four-year college or university in one of the natural sciences. The Foundation in mathematics and science will prepare students for more intensive study in their junior and senior years. In addition to English and mathematics, students will complete course in social sciences and humanities. Science sequences are offered in biology, chemistry, and physics.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The College and University Transfer program is designed for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree program at a four-year college or university, or who are not yet prepared to select a definite career objective.
Associate of Applied Science
This program prepares students for entry-level opportunities as a local, state, or federal law enforcement officer; commercial and industrial security officer; police officer; or private or government investigator, particularly in the areas of homeland security.
Associate of Applied Science
Designed for students who have limited, if any, previous experience with interpreting for Deaf people, this degree program provides the comprehensive training in theory and practical interpreting skills necessary for employment as an educational or community interpreter. Successful completion of this program prepares the student to pursue either a Virginia Quality Assurance Screening Level, national certification through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, or a level on the Educational Interpreter's Performance Assessment. These credentials qualify the student to interpret in either educational or community settings.
Associate of Arts
This program is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor of arts (B.A.).
Associate of Arts
This program is designed for students who wish to study speech communication at the college level or who wish to transfer to a four-year institution for a baccalaureate degree.
Associate of Arts
This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a college or university for a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in English, Creative Writing or Writing and/or Rhetoric as an entry-level professional writer.
Associate of Arts
This program is designed to prepare students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree in international studies. This specialization will broaden the student's education to include more emphasis on other cultures and countries in recognition of the increasing interdependence of today's world.
Associate of Arts
This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a college or university for a Bachelor of Arts in Art History.
Associate of Science
This program is a flexible associate degree. For students who plan to transfer, the degree can parallel the first two years of a four-year bachelor of science program if they choose courses that match the transfer institution's requirements. For those students who do not plan to transfer, the degree allows them to structure a program to suit their needs using accumulated credits from a variety of formal and experiential sources.
Associate of Science
The academic foundation in this degree will allow students to continue their education by applying to a competitive program at the Medical Education Campus or prepare for entry to a variety of allied health or health sciences baccalaureate programs. Students should consult an academic advisor in selecting electives to this curriculum.
Associate of Science
The curriculum is designed for individuals who are interested in a professional or scientific program and who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree with a major in one of the following fields: agriculture, biology, chemistry, pre-dentistry, forestry, geology, oceanography, pharmacy, physics, physical therapy, pre-medicine, science education, or mathematics.
Associate of Science
The curriculum is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. This curriculum is designed to prepare students to major in one of the following fields: mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, operations research, applied mathematics, or computer science.
Associate of Science
This program is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor of science in a program that requires a background in American Sign Language and the Deaf community. Graduates may use their skills to work in human service fields such as daycare settings and as teacher assistants. Graduates from the program can also transfer to 4-year institutions and major in a wide variety of fields, including ASL instruction, Deaf education, linguistics, Deaf studies (e.g. history, literature, research, etc.), speech-language pathology and audiology, human services, communication sciences and disorders, and social work.
Career Studies Certificate
This curriculum is designed for students seeking a solid foundation in the theories, methods, and skills in the complementary fields of public history and historic preservation.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
Associate of Arts and Sciences
Associate of Arts and Sciences
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is designed for students who are interested in business and who plan to transfer to a four-year school to complete a bachelor's degree in business administration. The curriculum is designed to meet the basic requirements of the student's intended transfer institution and prepare the student for further study in areas such as accounting, finance, marketing, management, and other disciplines.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who want to transfer to a four-year school. The curriculum is flexible to allow students to select courses to meet the general education requirements of their intended transfer institution. It is also appropriate for students unsure of their future major. This program provides the basic foundation for further study in areas such as anthropology, the arts, communications, education, English, history, languages, law, philosophy, politics, psychology, religion, sociolog
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who are interested in performing arts and who plan to transfer to a four-year school to complete a bachelor¿s degree in performing arts. The curriculum exposes students to different characteristics of performing arts and is designed to meet the basic requirements of the student¿s intended transfer institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who want to pursue a career in visual arts, communication design, and related fields. The curriculum provides a range of concepts and techniques and is designed to meet the basic requirements of visual art programs at most four-year transfer institutions. Upon completion, the student will be prepared to transfer to a bachelor program in visual art or seek art related employment opportunities that require an associate degree.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who plan to transfer to Longwood University to complete the Liberal Studies ¿ Elementary Education initial licensure program, which prepares students for licensure requirements to teach elementary school in Virginia. The curriculum may meet some of the basic requirements of other transfer institutions.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school to complete a bachelor¿s degree in human services. The curriculum is designed to meet the basic requirements of the student¿s intended transfer institution. The program will also provide the knowledge and skills to help students to qualify for entry level support positions in the field.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school to complete a bachelor¿s degree in the field of recreation, parks, and leisure. The curriculum is designed to meet the basic requirements of the student¿s intended transfer institution. This program will also help prepare students for entry level positions in the field.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school to complete a bachelor¿s degree in criminal justice or the administration of justice. The curriculum is designed to meet the basic requirements of the student¿s intended transfer institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students with an interest in media production and presentation who want to transfer to a four-year school to complete a bachelor¿s degree in the media studies area. The curriculum is designed to meet the basic requirements of the student¿s intended transfer institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school to complete a bachelor¿s degree in music. The curriculum is designed to meet the foundational requirements of the student¿s intended transfer institution.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is designed for the student who plans to complete a baccalaureate degree program in a science related field including health, medical, and engineering.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program specialization is a transfer degree. Students planning to pursue a bachelor¿s degree in nursing may enroll to complete the first two years of general education required in nursing prior to applying to a four year college. The Pre-BSN is also designed for students planning to apply to the two year associate degree nursing program who have a long-term plan to complete an RN to BSN track.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program specialization is a transfer degree option. Students who would like to earn a bachelor¿s degree in areas such as Health Science, Health Promotion, or Health Education may enroll in this degree option. It provides a stepping stone to transfer to a college or university where a student may pursue a bachelor¿s degree.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program of study is for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school to complete a degree in a business related field.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program leads to the Associate in Arts and Sciences Degree (AA&S). It is the first two years of a four-year college or university degree. The Computer Science focus starts the student on the study of Computer Science.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program is for students who plan to transfer to a four-year school to earn a degree and meet the state teacher certificate requirements for Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, or selected areas of Special Education.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program leads to the Associate in Arts and Sciences Degree (AA&S). It is the first two years of a four-year college or university degree.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This program leads to the Associate in Arts and Science degree (AA&S). It is the first two years of a four-year college or university degree.
Associate of Arts
The associate of arts in liberal arts degree program is designed for those who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program, usually the Bachelor of Arts degree, in the liberal arts or social sciences, especially in the fields of economics, education, English, foreign languages, political science, history, humanities, international relations, journalism, literature, philosophy, pre-law, psychology, religion, and sociology.
Associate of Science
The associate of science in physical and natural sciences degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in a scientific discipline.
Associate of Science
The purpose of the General Studies degree program is to provide a broad range of courses across multiple disciplines in order to prepare students who are informed citizens, skilled and knowledgeable employees, and/or prepared transfer students.
The program has advantages in cases in which (1) other PVCC transfer programs do not correspond to the requirements of the transfer institution which the students has selected; (2) students enter with numerous transfer credits that may be applicable to completion of the general studies program rather than to other associate degree curricula; and (3) students have defined certain individual and occupational general education goals and wish to achieve them within the associate degree format.
The student who selects general studies is making a commitment to design his or her course of study in consultation with an academic advisor and assumes responsibility for making the program relevant to his or her particular needs.
Since the program offers students a choice of general education course work in mathematics, laboratory science, social science, history, and also general electives, it is extremely important for the student to use care in course selection. If the primary goal is transfer, the student must learn in advance the particular general education requirements of the intended transfer college or university. If the primary goal involves other objectives, the student must carefully consult with an academic advisor before selecting courses.
Associate of Science
The associate of science in physical and natural sciences degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in a scientific discipline.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree program is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. By selecting appropriate electives, students should be able to complete the lower division requirements for a variety of baccalaureate majors. Examples of majors to which this program may prepare students for transferring are Liberal Arts, Science, Social or Behavioral Sciences, and Teacher Prep/Education.
Students are also encouraged to investigate Guaranteed Admission Agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia. Interested students should discuss this with their academic advisor, contact the admissions office of their selected college, and review the college's transfer guide.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree: Business Administration Specialization program, is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in a business-related field such as Business Administration or Accounting. Students are also encouraged to investigate Guaranteed Admission Agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia. Interested students should discuss this with their academic advisor, contact the admissions office of their selected college, and review the college's transfer guide.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree: Pre-Engineering Specialization Program is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in Engineering. By selecting appropriate electives, students should be able to complete the lower division requirements for a variety of baccalaureate majors. Examples of majors to which this program may prepare students for transferring are Engineering and Mathematics.
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult their academic advisor to schedule their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college's admissions office, and consult their selected college's transfer guide if one is available. College navigators and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree: Psychology/Social Work Specialization program is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. By selecting appropriate electives, students should be able to complete the lower division requirements for a variety of baccalaureate majors. Examples of majors to which this program may prepare students for transferring are Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Anthropology, and Education.
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult their academic advisor to schedule their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college's admissions office, and consult their selected college's transfer guide if one is available. College navigators and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree: Criminal Justice Specialization program is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in criminal justice. By completing this specialization, students should be able to complete the lower division requirements for a baccalaureate degree in criminal justice.
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult their academic advisor to schedule their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college's admissions office, and consult their selected college's transfer guide if one is available. College navigators and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
The following employers hire applicants with 4-year degrees in criminal justice:
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
State and national parks
State and federal prisons, local law enforcement and corrections agencies
Private security corporations and protective service
Risk management/assessment companies
Private investigative services
Border patrol
U.S. Customs
Child protective services
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree: Health-STEM Specialization is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in preparation for matriculation into health fields that require education beyond the baccalaureate, such as medicine, dentistry, occupational therapy, pharmacy and physical therapy. Students are encouraged to investigate Guaranteed Admission Agreements (GAAs) available for many colleges and universities in Virginia. Interested students should discuss GAAs with their academic advisor, contact the admission office of their selected college, and review the college's transfer guide.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree: Pre-BSN Specialization is designed for 1) students who plan to pursue either traditional pre-licensure baccalaureate in nursing programs; 2) students who have graduated from RCC, another VCCS nursing program, or a private nursing program and who are pursuing post-licensure completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN); and, 3) currently enrolled students in the ADN program at RCC who want to complete requirements for the BSN as they complete their pre-licensure education. Must be advised and approved by a nursing program advisor in order to be placed in this plan.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree: Pre-Teacher Preparation Elementary (PreK-6) Specialization program, is designed for students who are interested inteacher education, specifically in grades Pre-Kindergarten through grade 6 to test the academic field in which they will be working. They will also have the courses required by numerous four-year institutions in Virginia for entrance into colleges of education. Students pursuing this specialization would attain requisite coursework for university programs, and, in part, for teacher licensure in Virginia for elementary and middle school levels.
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult an academic advisor before scheduling their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college's admissions office, and consult their selected college's transfer guide if one is available. College navigators and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four-year institution with junior class standing: business, education, English, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts and Science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four year institution with junior class standing: business, education, english, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The associate of arts and sciences degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four year institution with junior class standing: business, education, English, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The associate of arts and science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four-year institution with junior class standing: business, education, English, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The associate of arts and science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four-year institution with junior class standing: business, education, English, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The associate of arts and science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four-year institution with junior class standing: business, education, English, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The associate of arts and science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four-year institution with junior class standing: business, education, English, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
The associate of arts and science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities to complete baccalaureate degree programs. Whether students are undecided about their majors, or whether they plan to enter some specialized program, the flexibility of the electives within SVCC's university parallel program allows them to select courses to meet the transfer requirements of the senior institutions. For example, students interested in the following areas of study can spend their first two years of study at SVCC qualifying for an associate degree and generally transfer to a four-year institution with junior class standing: business, education, English, humanities, mathematics, medical related fields, natural science and social sciences.
Career Studies Certificate
The career studies program is a response to the non-conventional, short-term program of study needs of many adults within the college region. It is designed on the basis of a series of specialized program options that represent a wide variety of career and academic interest course areas. These options include a minimum amount of course work considered representative of these fields of study. Each program option is designed as a distinct mini-curriculum within a broader range of adult education possibilities.
Associate of Arts and Science
he Associate of Arts and Sciences degree program in Business Administration is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree.
Associate of Arts and Science
The Associate of Arts & Science in Business degree, specializing in Outdoor Leadership is a transferrable degree providing a great start on your career path to the tourism and recreation industry. Virginia's outdoor recreation and tourism industry already employs nearly 150,000 people, and the job numbers are growing. In the outdoor leadership program, you'll get a thorough introduction to the tourism and recreation industry. The program includes general business courses related to economics, communications, and risk management. You'll also take specialized courses in outdoor leadership, covering topics such as
recreation and leisure, parks, land use, Leadership and supervision, physical education and wilderness adventure planning.
Associate of Arts and Science
Our associate's degree in education helps you build the skills, confidence and academic credits you need to transfer into a bachelor's degree teaching program. Required courses include U.S. history, writing, computer applications, natural science, and math. In addition, you'll take introductory courses in classroom techniques, education concepts, public speaking and personal and community health.
Associate of Arts and Science
The College's education curriculum is designed to aid prospective majors in meeting the general education requirements for certification as a teacher.
Associate of Arts and Science
The Associate of Arts and Sciences program in General Studies is designed to enable individuals to acquire the knowledge, skills, and habitat of mind necessary for responsible participation in society. As well, it allows students to take courses that are accepted in most four-year colleges and universities in a wide range of baccalaureate curricula. A special feature of the general studies curriculum is that students are not required to declare a specialized major subject field the first two years of undergraduate education
Associate of Arts and Science
Today's employers seek well-rounded individuals with versatile skills. Our General Studies associate's degree enables you to strengthen skills that have value in the job market. Our general studies associate's degree provides a broad foundation of skills you can build on. You'll improve your abilities in writing, critical thinking, and math, while earning credits that are equivalent to the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelor's degree. The fine arts specialization includes course work in drawing, sculpture, arts & crafts, graphic design and computer graphics.
Associate of Arts and Science
The Associate of Arts and Sciences program in General Studies is designed to enable individuals to acquire the knowledge, skills, and habitat of mind necessary for responsible participation in society. As well, it allows students to take courses that are accepted in most four-year colleges and universities in Psychology
Associate of Arts and Science
Today's employers seek well-rounded individuals with versatile skills. Our General Studies associate's degree enables you to strengthen skills that have value in the job market. Our general studies associate's degree provides a broad foundation of skills you can build on. You'll improve your abilities in writing, critical thinking, and math, while earning credits that are equivalent to the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelor's degree. The music specialization provides additional study in music theory and appreciation, as well as instruction in classical piano.
Associate of Arts and Science
The program provides advanced instruction in both the business and fundamentals of agriculture.
Associate of Arts and Science
Today's employers seek well-rounded individuals with versatile skills. Our General Studies associate's degree enables you to strengthen skills that have value in the job market. Our general studies associate's degree provides a broad foundation of skills you can build on. You'll improve your abilities in writing, critical thinking, and math, while earning credits that are equivalent to the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelor's degree. The Appalachian Studies specialization offers course work in Appalachian hand crafts, theatre, music and Appalachian folklore. Each course revolves around the history and culture of the Appalachian Mountains and serves as a means to preserve the cultural heritage.
Associate of Arts and Science
The curriculum in engineering is designed to educate students and to help them begin a career in a field that continues to challenge the imagination in a multitude of societal, environmental, and technological areas.
Associate of Arts and Science
The Software Engineering degree is a specialization of the Associate of Arts and Science degree in Engineering. This program is designed to prepare students for a career in the software industry. The software engineering program is similar to a computer science program buts adds additional coursework in problem solving and project management. It is ideal for individuals that want to work in the software industry but may see themselves transitioning from software development into a management roll. Students completing this curriculum have the option of continuing their studies in software engineering or transitioning to a traditional computer science program.
Associate of Arts and Science
With the continuing emphasis on scientific progress and technological developments in today's society, there is a constant demand for scientists and persons with scientific training in business, industry, government, and the health care professions. The Science major is designed for those who are preparing to transfer into a science or health care program at a four-year college or university. Among the many baccalaureate degree programs available in this area are: Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Education, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dentistry, Forestry, Geology, Home Economics, Mathematics, Pre-Medicine, Nursing Science, Health & Physical Education, Pre-Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physics, Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Associate of Arts and Science
Our program offers courses in geology and environmental science which provides the first two years of course work towards a Bachelor of Science degree in geology or environmental science for students transferring to a senior institution. It also offers courses to support other programs, such as Engineering.
Associate of Arts and Science
The Associates of Arts and Science in Pre-Medical serves recent high school graduates, as well as working adults who seek to make a career change. Whether you're interested in medicine, pharmacy, optometry, dentistry, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or another health care specialty, our science associate's degree with pre-medical specialization provides 60 high-quality credits that transfer to any public four-year school in Virginia.
Associate of Applied Science
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Culinary Arts is designed to provide the education and training necessary to prepare students for entry into or continued employment in food service operations. Graduates are prepared for positions such as assistant kitchen manager, chef de partie, caterer, banquet chef, chef tournant, sous chef, and eventually, executive chef.
The Culinary Arts program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) Accrediting Commission. Graduates of the ACFEF accredited postsecondary degree program are eligible to receive a Certified Culinara®(C®) designation.
Associate of Applied Science
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in American Sign Language-English Interpretation program is designed to provide the foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level employment or for continued interpreter education within the field of ASL-English Interpretation. Students will learn American Sign Language and sharpen their English skills, and learn how to translate between the two languages.
The American Sign Language-English Interpretation program is an intensive two-year full-time program that prepares students for employment interpreting between Deaf and hearing people within the community, or for continued interpreter training and education at four-year interpreter training programs. Students who complete the ASL-English Interpretation A.A.S. degree program will have the knowledge to take both the written portion of the Virginia Quality Assurance Screening (VQAS) and the knowledge portion of the Educational Interpreter's Proficiency Assessment (EIPA), and the foundational skills to prepare for the performance portions of both these tests, as well as pursue additional credentials following completion of the program.
Students must be eligible to enroll in ENG 111 and maintain a C or better in each program course in order to register for subsequent courses in the program. Some classes, such as American Sign Language classes, are to be taken consecutively and not simultaneously. Additional information about the admission process and program requirements is available online at tcc.edu (search keywords "ASL").
Associate of Applied Science
The Criminal Justice Specialization in Homeland Security is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level opportunities as a local, state, or federal law enforcement officer; private security, commercial and industrial security officer; airport security, police officer; or private or government investigator, particularly in the areas of homeland security.
Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree program in the liberal arts. Four-year liberal arts programs prepare graduates for a wide variety of jobs in business, the arts, education, medical and legal professions, and in social and public service occupations. Liberal Arts studies emphasize fine arts, language, literature, philosophy, mathematics, science, social science and analytical and critical thinking skills, all of which prepare students for lifelong learning and social, cultural, and technological change.
Courses required for the Liberal Arts degree are available on all four campuses.
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in General Studies - Specialization: Theatre Arts is a flexible degree that prepares students for performance and technical positions such as actors, directors' assistants, communications and public relations representatives, set designers, shop technicians, and sound and lighting technicians. Graduates of this program will also develop strong oral and visual communication skills.
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in General Studies is a flexible degree that allows students to design a curriculum that meets particular transfer objectives that are not fulfilled by existing TCC transfer programs. The program consists of a number of electives that may be selected in consultation with an advisor or counselor to ensure they will be accepted for the preferred program at the four-year institution they plan to attend.
Courses required for the General Studies degree are available on all four campuses.
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree program in Science prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in science leading to careers in fields such as biology, chemistry, dental hygiene, forestry, general science, geophysical science, mathematics, medical technology, nuclear medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and physics. The program also prepares students for transfer into baccalaureate degrees leading to advanced studies in medicine, dentistry, and veterinary medicine.
Courses required for the Science degree are available on all four campuses.
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Professional Communication is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities and seek a baccalaureate degree in Communication Studies or a related area. This program is intended to provide students with a general course of study that parallels the freshman and sophomore years at many colleges and universities. Students should consult with an advisor or counselor to select general electives to ensure they will be accepted for the preferred program at the four-year institution they plan to attend.
Courses required for the A.S. degree are available on all four campuses.
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in General Studies with a Specialization in Teacher Preparation (PreK-8) is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities and seek a baccalaureate degree in Education (with licensure), specifically focusing on preschool through 8th grade. This program is intended to provide students who are interested in becoming a teacher with a general course of study that includes both general education courses and education-based courses. Students are provided with several course options to best prepare for transfer. Consultation with an advisor or counselor is recommended for guidance related to the preferred four-year college program they plan to attend.
Courses required for the A.S. degree are available on all four campuses.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college to complete a degree in science.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to complete a BS or BA degree in Business.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to complete a BS or BA degree in Information Technology.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students whose educational goals may not be clearly defined. Students choose classes in areas of academic strength and interest in the college transfer core.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students who plan to complete a BA in theater arts.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students who plan to complete a BA in art.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students who plan to complete a BA or BS in pursuit of a teaching license.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students who are undecided but plan to transfer and complete a BS or BA degree.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students who plan to transfer and complete a BS degree in a STEM field.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students who plan to transfer and complete a BS degree in horticulture.
Associate of Arts and Sciences
This degree is for students who plan to transfer and complete a degree in engineering.
Associate of Arts
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. By exposing students to a variety of academic disciplines, the Liberal Arts program seeks to foster an appreciation of many areas of knowledge and to lay the foundation for students to become life-long learners. The program emphasizes communication, analytical, computational, and critical thinking skills, all of which provide versatility in an ever-expanding global job market. Liberal Arts graduates become teachers, librarians, journalists, Foreign Service officers, medical doctors, and lawyers, among many other types of professionals.
Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts Liberal Arts curriculum in Music offers an emphasis in music performance. The Associate of Arts degree curriculum may be used by students who wish to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music or Music Education.
Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts Liberal Arts curriculum in Theatre Performance offers an emphasis in acting and performance. The Associate of Arts degree curriculum may be used by students who wish to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete the Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre.
Associate of Science
With the tremendous emphasis on science and technology in today’s society, there is a great demand for scientists and scientifically-oriented people in business, government, industry, and academia. This degree focuses on physical or natural science, and is designed for students who are interested in a pre-professional or scientific program and for students planning to transfer to four-year institutions. Students interested in a computer science major should refer to the section on Science/ Specialization in Computer Science.
Associate of Science
This degree is designed to prepare students to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program in computer science. The curriculum emphasizes the study of science, mathematics, and the use of computing in a scientific setting. This degree provides the basic skill set required for further specialization at the university level. Depending on the university, students will have the opportunity to select a field of study including software engineering, bioinformatics, cyber security, or basic research.
Associate of Science
There is a great demand for qualified science teachers in K-12. This degree is designed for persons who are interested in teaching science at the secondary level and who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in science education.
Associate of Science
There is a great demand for qualified math teachers in K-12. This degree is designed for persons who are interested in teaching mathematics at the secondary level and who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in mathematics education.
Associate of Applied Science
The Culinary Arts degree prepares students for an exciting career in the food industry. With work experience, graduates will be prepared to become head cooks and chefs.
Associate of Arts
The Liberal Arts program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college following their studies at Virginia Western. This degree prepares students for numerous fields of study and career choices. Earning a Liberal Arts degree will demonstrate a student's ability to think critically, communicate well, problem solve and understand his/her multicultural environment.
Associate of Arts
The Liberal Arts - Fine Arts degree is designed to transfer to a four-year program in a professional art school or another program in fine arts. This program provides students with a well-rounded background and prepares students for further education in a variety of careers in the visual and performing arts.
Associate of Science
The General Studies program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college following their studies at Virginia Western. This degree prepares students for numerous fields of study and career choices. A General Studies degree teaches students to think critically, communicate well, problem solve and understand their environment.
Associate of Science
The Science Program prepares students to transfer to a four year college. Students will be prepared to study a subject in the science field such as biology, chemistry, geology, and physics.
Associate of Science
The Science-Computer Science program prepares students to transfer to four-year colleges. Students will be prepared to complete a non-Engineering based bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology.
Associate of Science
The Science- Health Science program prepares students to transfer to four year colleges. Students will be prepared to study nutrition, exercise science, health professions and pre-professional programs.
Associate of Science
The Science- Mathematics program prepares students to transfer to a four year college. Students are prepared to study mathematics, mathematics education, and statistics as well as physics, chemistry, engineering, or computer science.
Associate of Science
The Science- Integrated Environmental Studies program prepares students to transfer to four year colleges. Students will be prepared to study environmental science, natural resource management, forestry or wildlife science.
Associate of Science
The Science -Agriculture program prepares students to work on, own or manage an agricultural facility, develop their own agribusiness or transfer to a four-year institution. Students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution will be prepared to study in many disciplines of the agricultural sciences, such as agricultural education or veterinary science, for example.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for those who will transfer to a four-year college or university and want to major in computer information systems or computer science.
Associate of Arts & Science
This two year program is designed for those planning to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor's degree in business administration.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to an education degree at a four-year college or university.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for those who will transfer to a four-year college or university but are undecided on a program.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree prepares students for entry-level positions in the helping fields related to human services or for transfer to a bachelor degree program.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed to prepare for employment as a human services specialist that would provide treatment and support to those struggling with addiction.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed to prepare current licensed providers and students for employment that will support people with various types of disabilities.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree will prepare students to become a human support worker for individuals with disabilities in a community setting.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree prepares students for entry-level positions in communications and media studies or for transfer to a bachelor degree program.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for those who will transfer to a four-year college or university in a health care program.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a program with a focus in science, education, or pre-medical.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a degree in Engineering.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a program in computer science or a related field.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a program in mathematics or mathematics education.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a degree in Food Animal Production.
Associate of Arts & Science
This degree is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a degree in Veterinary.
Passport
The Passport is a two-year college program in which all courses are transferable and satisfy lower-division general education requirements at any Virginia public and some private institution of higher education. The Passport consists of course blocks assigned specific courses. To satisfy the Passport students are required to complete the appropriate number of courses in each course block. Student course selection should be carefully considered since the Passport is not designed to capture the complexities of individual programs of study at the four-year institutions. Students should be advised to take the Passport that best suits their intended program of study at the four-year institution.
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