Arkansas State University Mid-South

Accounting

The goal of this program is to meet the needs of students seeking short-term occupational training that will prepare them to work in an entry-level accounting clerk or similar position. The program provides opportunities for individuals who are currently employed and seeking to further their formal education and training. This certificate can be completed entirely online.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

The Certificate of Proficiency in Advanced Emergency Medical Technician builds upon the skills that licensed Emergency Medical Technicians already possess and includes basic and limited advanced skills focused on the acute management and transportation of critical and emergent patients. Students must already possess an NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) licensure to be eligible for the advanced certificate of proficiency.

Automotive and Diesel Engines Technician

The Certificate of Proficiency in Automotive and Diesel Engine Technician provides students who have completed fundamental coursework in automotive and diesel maintenance the opportunity to develop more specialized skills in engine technology, specifically in steering and suspension and HVAC systems. Hours earned in this program will also apply toward completion of a Technical Certificate in Automotive and Diesel Maintenance.

Automotive and Diesel Maintenance

The Certificate of Proficiency in Automotive and Diesel Maintenance provides instruction and training in the foundational automotive and diesel mechanical skills required for performing basic maintenance on heavy truck and automotive engines and brakes. Knowledge of shop safety and proper use of tools are also emphasized. Credits earned in this program apply toward completion of a Technical Certificate in Automotive and Diesel Maintenance.

Automotive and Diesel Maintenance Technology

The Technical Certificate in Automotive and Diesel Maintenance Technology provides students with the technical skills expected in an entry-level position as a heavy truck or automotive service technician. Hours earned in this program will also apply toward completion of an Associate of Applied Science in General Technology.

Aviation Airframe Maintenance Technology

The Aviation Airframe Maintenance Certificate program provides students with the knowledge and hours required for their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Airframe certification.

Aviation Maintenance Technology

The Aviation Maintenance Technology program provides an up-to-date, intensive training for this occupational field. Students who successfully complete the program, which is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under Title 14 CFR Part 147, meet the training and experience requirements of the FAA for Airframe and/ or Powerplant certificate ratings. The number of credit hours is determined by the FAA required hours.

Aviation Powerplant Maintenance Technology

The Aviation Powerplant Maintenance Technology certificate provides students with the knowledge and hours required for the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Mechanics Powerplant certificate.

Business

The Associate of Science degree includes the state minimum core, but differs from the Associate of Arts degree and the Associate of Applied Science degree in that students are required to take additional hours in math, science and business. Students choosing this major will obtain a core of general education and fundamental business skills and knowledge designed for those intending to pursue a bachelor’s degree in the field of business at a four-year Arkansas institution.

Business

Business Administration

Students choosing this major will obtain a core of general education and fundamental business skills and knowledge. Business Administration provides a basic understanding of business, economics and accounting issues. Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution should complete the Associate of Science Degree. Students should verify, in advance, which electives their transfer institution of choice will accept. This degree can be completed entirely online.

CNC Operations & Programming

The Certificate of Proficiency in CNC Operations and Programming provides students with the technical skills needed to perform basic machining set-up, programming, and operation. Students will develop the knowledge and skills for job entry into Computer Numerical Control milling and lathe work.

Commercial Truck Driving

This Commercial Truck Driving Certificate of Proficiency trains students for skills needed to obtain licensure to drive commercial vehicles and gain an understanding of federal and DOT laws and regulations. Students will develop preventative maintenance, inspection, and safe driving skills. The courses prepare student for the Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver License exams. Instruction and training in additional endorsements may be available.

Cybersecurity Specialist

The Cybersecurity Specialist Certificate of Proficiency trains students to detect cyber threats and implement changes to protect organizational data from theft, damage, or disruption by monitoring, directing, containing and remediating threats. Students will develop skills to install, configure and support network devices. The courses prepare students for CISCO Certified Support Technician and Cyber Ops Associate certification exams.

Education (K-6; 4-8)

Emergency Medical Services

The Emergency Medical Technician program at Arkansas State University Mid-South focuses on basic life support skills such as airway maintenance and respiratory support, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, fracture immobilization, patient assessment and safe operations of emergency medical services equipment. The curriculum is based on the new National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards. We use a best practices approach in instructing care for emergency patients.

Emergency Medical Technician

The Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technician provides students with academic and practical skills using the most current Emergency Medical Technician National Standard Curriculum. The purpose of the Emergency Medical Technician program is to prepare students to provide basic life support to patients in the pre- hospital emergency care setting.

Flux-Core Welding Technology

The Certificate of Proficiency in Flux-Core Arc Welding Technology introduces students to the knowledge and skills to achieve American Welding Society (AWS) Sense Level I certification in basic and flux-core arc welding processes including plasma and gas cutting, grinding practices with bench, angle, rust treatment, and welding inspection processes; blueprint reading and the use of hand tools, shop tools, reading tapes and micrometers.

Gas Metal Arc Welding Technology

The Certificate of Proficiency in Gas Metal Arc Welding Technology introduces students to the knowledge and skills to achieve AWS Sense Level I certification in basic and gas metal arc welding processes including plasma and gas cutting, grinding practices with bench, angle, rust treatment, and welding inspection processes; blueprint reading, and the use of hand tools, shop tools, reading tapes and micrometers.

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Technology

The Certificate of Proficiency in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Technology introduces students to the knowledge and skills to achieve AWS Sense Level I certification in basic and gas tungsten arc welding processes including plasma and gas cutting, grinding practices with bench, angle, rust treatment, and welding inspection processes; blueprint reading and the use of hand tools, shop tools, reading tapes and micrometers.

General Aviation Maintenance Technology

The General Aviation General Maintenance certificate addresses the general knowledge required for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification as an Airframe and/or Powerplant maintenance technician.

General Education

An Associate of Arts (AA) degree is designed for students who wish to complete the first two years of a baccalaureate degree and transfer to a four-year institution. The AA degree in General Education at ASU Mid- South requires 60 credit hours. Credits earned in the 35-hour State Minimum Core are transferable to all Arkansas public institutions of higher education.

General Studies

The Certificate of General Studies is designed to recognize successful completion of 31 hours of specified general education courses. Hours earned in this program will also apply toward completion of an Associate of Arts degree in General Education. This certificate can be completed entirely online.

General Technology

The Associate of Applied Science in General Technology provides students with the opportunity to complete an individualized program of study to fulfill a unique career goal by combining general education with specific technical knowledge and skills in preparation for employment or career advancement in industrial settings. A core of 15 semester hours of general education courses is required with at least 24 and no more than 30 major technical credit hours must be from one technical area.

Health Studies

The Technical Certificate in Health Studies will provide students with the preliminary background necessary for opportunities in allied health professions. Credits received within this certificate may be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science or Associate of Science degrees for the programs within the Allied Health Science Department. This degree is for students who are enrolled in, or already have, a Certificate of Proficiency in an Allied Health area.

Health Studies

The AS in Health Studies degree provides a pathway for students to advance their education and career training in health care. This degree is for students who are enrolled in, or already have, a Technical Certificate in an Allied Health area. The AS in Health Studies degree at ASU Mid-South provides a structured curriculum that allows a student improved chances to achieve additional success in their chosen Allied Health field.

Information Systems Technology

The AAS in Information Systems Technology provides students with a core of general education courses and technical course tracks in Cybersecurity, Computer Repair, Networking, and System Administration. This degree provides students with technical and operational skills and knowledge needed for today’s multi-platform networking environments and system security solutions.

Information Systems Technology

The goal of this program is to meet the needs of students seeking occupational training that will prepare for work in information technology positions. Courses provide students with instruction and hands-on experience in design, implementation, management and troubleshooting of computer systems and planning, design, implementation, maintenance and protection of networks.

Machine-Technology

Machining Technology, Engineering Technician

The Certificate of Proficiency in Machining Technology, Engineering Technician provides students with the technical skills instruction needed to perform basic machining set-up, programming, and operation. Students should develop the knowledge and skills for job entry into Computer Numerical Control milling and lathe work.

Machining Technology, Machinist

Mechatronics Level I

The Certificate of Proficiency in Mechatronics Level I prepares an individual to enter the industrial maintenance field with a clear understanding of the principles of electricity/electronics, mechanical systems and fluid power, and the ability to apply them to the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial machinery.

Mechatronics Level II

The Certificate of Proficiency in Mechatronics Level II prepares maintenance technicians with a clear understanding of the principles and applications of brakes, clutches, heavy chain drives, motor control, conduit installation, the National Electric Code, and programmable logic controllers as they apply to installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial machinery.

Mechatronics Level III

The Certificate of Proficiency in Mechatronics Level III prepares maintenance technicians with an advanced understanding of the principles and applications of electronic motor control and hydraulic/pneumatic systems as they apply to installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial machinery.

Mechatronics Level IV

The Certificate of Proficiency in Mechatronics Level IV prepares maintenance technicians with an advanced understanding of the principles and applications of programmable logic controllers, precision laser alignment and vibration detection systems as they apply to installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial machinery. Students will also complete a capstone project, applying what they have learned on a real world task.

Medical Billing and Coding

The Certificate of Proficiency in Medical Billing and Coding provides a certificate for entry-level staff of medical offices emphasizing skill development to meet demand in the burgeoning field of billing, coding, and records auditing. This certificate will also provide mid-career professionals with an appropriate credential to develop aptitude and demonstrate proficiency in this skillset.

Micro-Computer Upgrade & Repair

This Micro-Computer Upgrade and Repair Certificate of Proficiency trains students for entry-level positions in technical support and IT operations. This program provides students with knowledge and skills to repair and maintain computer systems and to secure and protect data and support network business operations. The curriculum prepares students for the CompTIA A+ Certification examinations. Hours earned in this program apply toward completion of the AAS in Information Systems Technology.

Network Associate

Nursing Assistant

The Certificate of Proficiency in Nursing Assistant provides students with academic and clinical education in nursing related services for long term residents.

Paramedic Science

The Paramedic Science program will build upon existing certificate programs in Basic or Advanced Emergency Medical Technician to provide students with a career pathway in the field of Emergency Medical Services. The graduate will be competent in Paramedic Science, meeting competency in the Didactic (knowledge), Psychomotor (skills level), and Affective (behavior) domains.

Phlebotomy

The Phlebotomy Technician Program teaches students the hands-on skills of drawing blood specimens for laboratory testing and analysis. Successful completion of the program prepares students for the national certification examination. Enrollment Requirements Students must: • be at least 18 years of age by time of completion. • have a high school diploma or equivalent at the time of application. • submit to substance abuse screening and criminal background check during the first week of class.

Quality Technician

Shielded Metal Arc Welding Technology

The Certificate of Proficiency in Shielded Metal Arc Welding Technology introduces students to the knowledge and skills to achieve AWS Sense Level I certification in basic and shielded metal arc welding processes including plasma and gas cutting, grinding practices with bench, angle, rust treatment, and welding inspection processes; blueprint reading and the use of hand tools, shop tools, reading tapes and micrometers.

Teaching

Teaching

Welding Fabrication/Fitter

The Certificate of Proficiency in Welding Fabrication/Fitter familiarizes students with the knowledge and skills to achieve the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA) Fundamentals of Metal Fabrication Certificate. Focusing on Safety, Blueprint Reading, Metallurgy, and Precision Sheet Metal Equipment and how it directly correlates to Metal Fabrication.