Central Oregon Community College

Accounting

The Accounting Associate of Applied Science Option qualifies graduates for employment as accounting managers, full-charge bookkeepers, staff accountants, accounts payable managers, and accounts receivable managers.

Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk One-Year Certificate of Completion is designed to give students a foundation for careers in clerical accounting. All coursework may be applied to the Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration.

Addiction Counseling

The Addiction Counseling Career Pathway Certificate of Completion provides the coursework and 100 of the 1,000 hours of supervised experience required to qualify to sit for the Oregon Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I exam. The certificate provides foundational coursework required by the state and recommended by community partners to be successful in addiction treatment professions.

Addiction Counseling and Behavioral Health

The Addiction Counseling and Behavioral Health Associate of Applied Science builds on the certificate of completion, which educationally qualifies a student to sit for the Oregon Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) level I exam and educationally prepares students for the CADC II certification. Additionally, completion of this AAS will allow students to qualify for a pilot (2024-2029) QMHA-R certification pathway.

Agricultural Sciences (OSU Transfer) Emphasis

The Agricultural Sciences (OSU Transfer) Emphasis Associate of Science fulfills many of the lower-division requirements of the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Sciences at Oregon State University. Course requirements for other agricultural majors at OSU and other universities will differ. Students are strongly encouraged to check current degree requirements for changes. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p.

Anthropology

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in anthropology is designed for students who wish to pursue a bachelor’s degree in anthropology and work in fields such as public service, conservation and heritage management, museum studies, and social work. Those completing graduate degrees may work in anthropology, law, public health, medicine, science, or education. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p.

Art and Design

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree with a focus in Art and Design includes foundational courses in this major and meets lower- division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. The College's Art and Design curriculum includes courses in Art History, 2D and 3D Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography, Videography, Printmaking, Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Metal Arts, Product Design, User Experience (UX), Interface Design (UI), and Animation.

Associate of General Studies

For students who are not pursuing specific transfer or career and technical education programs, the Associate of General Studies (AGS) provides an alternative and allows students to accomplish personal educational goals. The AGS includes a broad general education along with courses selected by the student and their advisor. It is important for a student to work closely with an advisor in designing a course plan for this degree.

Automotive Basic Skills with Basic Engine Performance

The Automotive Basic Skills with Basic Engine Performance Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed to capture a range of skills that are required for the automotive industry, including basic internal combustion engines and theory, basic direct current electrical and schematic understanding, and vehicle inspection. The certificate also introduces the operation, diagnosis, and repair of the carburetor system and the points ignition system.

Automotive Basic Skills with Welding

The Automotive Basic Skills with Welding Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed to provide a range of skills required for the automotive industry, including basic internal combustion engines and theory, basic direct current electrical and schematic understanding, and vehicle inspection. The largest portion addresses shop and vehicle safety. The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

Automotive Clean Energy Diesel Technician (Advanced)

The Automotive Clean Energy Diesel Technician (Advanced) Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems on the latest light duty diesel systems. Students identify powertrain malfunctions using the latest computer diagnostic equipment.

Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 1

The Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level I Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from power train malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment. Students will be well prepared to work with multiple vehicle platforms to reprogram vehicle computer systems for safety and vehicle function.

Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 2

The Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 2 Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from power train malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment.

Automotive Drive Train Technician

The Automotive Drivetrain Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion prepares students on all elements of manual and automatic transmissions as well as basic hydraulic and electrical principles. This certificate also prepares students to work with vehicle drivelines, transaxles, clutches, differentials, and transmissions.

Automotive Electrical Technician (Advanced)

The Automotive Electrical Technician (Advanced) Career Pathway Certificate of Completion prepares students in the electrical technician coursework and establishing skills in voltage drops, electrical troubleshooting, vehicle ignition systems, logic controls, air bag systems, controller area network, and cruise control.

Automotive Electrical Technician (Basic)

The Automotive Electrical Technician (Basic) Career Pathway Certificate of Completion prepares students in the electrical technician coursework and establishes skills in charging systems, starting systems, voltage drops, electrical troubleshooting, lighting, gauges, accessories, battery load testing, and repairs. The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

Automotive Engine Performance Technician

The Automotive Engine Performance Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter in a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from powertrain malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment.

Automotive Engine Technician

The Automotive Engine Technician Career Pathway Certificate Of Completion Preparation covers the automotive engine rebuilding process. Students all study diesel engine systems. The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A1) Automotive Engine Repair, (A9) Light Vehicle Diesel Engines, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning Technician

The Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Career Pathway Certificate of Completion gives students a hands-on opportunity to learn about automotive air conditioning and heating systems, the Environmental Protection Agency's recovery requirements for refrigerant systems, and general diagnosis and service.

Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Technician - Level 1

The Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles Technician Level 1 Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from power-train malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment. Students will also diagnose systems on vehicles with electric drive systems.

Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Technician - Level 2

The Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles Technician Level 2 Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is a continuation of the Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles Technician Level 1 Career Pathway Certificate. Students will analyze and repair electric drive vehicles as it applies to the state-of-health and predictive maintenance on vehicles with electric drive systems. Students spend significant time analyzing vehicles with electric drive systems.

Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair

The Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate prepares students work in the Automotive Service Industry. Coursework includes technical skills in steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, electrical and electronic controls. Communication skills are also highly emphasized.

Automotive Management

The Automotive Management Associate of Applied Science prepares students to be an automotive technician and manager. Coursework includes technical skills in computer applications, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and network systems. Communication skills are also highly emphasized.

Automotive Technology in Electronics and Diagnostics

The Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology in Electronics and Diagnostics prepares students to enter the field of electric and hybrid vehicle service. Coursework includes technical skills in computer applications, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and network systems. Students will learn theory as well as application and will use the latest equipment to diagnose and repair alternative fuel vehicles.

Aviation - Professional Pilot Airplane

The Professional Pilot Airplane Associate of Applied Science trains professional pilots for the air transportation industry. There are many fascinating work opportunities, including piloting a commercial airliner, flying for a corporation providing a service to the leaders of the company, flying as a charter pilot taking passengers point-to-point, and providing flight instruction to student pilots.

Aviation - Professional Pilot Helicopter

The Professional Pilot Helicopter Associate of Applied Science trains individuals to work as professional pilots in the air transportation industry. Students in the helicopter track will be eligible to earn the following Federal Aviation Administration ratings/certificates: Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot, Instrument, and Certified Flight Instructor.

Aviation-Technology and Management (OIT Transfer) Emphasis

The Aviation-Technology and Management Associate of Science prepares students to continue to Oregon Institute of Technology’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Technology and Management or Bachelor of Science in Operations Management to promote career advancement into management or the aviation field. This degree will also articulate to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics.

Baking and Pastry Arts

The Baking and Pastry Two-Year Certificate of Completion is designed to expose students to the step-by-step process, from foundation to advanced skills, of classical and contemporary baking and pastry arts techniques and to serve as a competency-based learning experience that prepares students for a successful career within the hospitality industry. This program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation.

Baking and Pastry Arts

The Baking and Pastry Arts Associate of Applied Science is designed to expose students to the step-by-step process, from foundation to advanced skills, of classical and contemporary baking and pastry techniques and to serve as a competency-based learning experience that prepares students for a successful career in the hospitality industry. The program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation.

Behavioral Health

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in Behavioral Health prepares students to work for organizations that serve people in need. Students taking Behavioral Health classes learn the theories, principles, and practice of providing services. Behavioral Health jobs can include substance abuse counselor, youth worker, mental health aide, or probation officer and provide services to schools, prisons, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

Behavioral Health and Early Learning

The Behavioral Health and Early Learning Career Foundations Certificate provides early learning educators and rising behavioral health professionals with the initial content, skills, and dispositions to support children and their caregivers through trauma-sensitive and developmentally appropriate practices. Required coursework will address the social, emotional, and therapeutic needs of children and those who care for them.

Biology

The Associate of Science Transfer degree in Biology is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university to complete a Bachelor’s of Science (B.S.) degree with a major in Biology. The degree meets lower-division general education requirements for transfer to an Oregon public institution, and students who successfully complete the courses and program GPA requirements will transfer in with junior standing in the major.

Business

The Business Associate of Science Transfer (AST) is designed for students with a high level of certainty about earning a bachelor’s degree in a business discipline from an Oregon public university. The degree meets lower-division general education requirements for transfer to an Oregon public institution, and students who successfully complete the courses and program GPA requirements will transfer in with junior standing in the major.

Business Administration

The Business Administration Associate of Applied Science (AAS) prepares students for immediate employment in business occupations. The Business Administration AAS may be awarded indicating emphasis in the following areas of specialization: General Business, Accounting, Management, or Small Business/Entrepreneurship.

Chemistry

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a chemistry emphasis is excellent preparation for baccalaureate degrees in chemistry and related disciplines, such as toxicology, atmospheric science, environmental science, and materials science. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p. 62) for statewide general education student learning outcomes.

Child, Family and Community Studies

The Child, Family, and Community Studies Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed to support students seeking careers in learning environments, education-focused organizations, and human service settings. The certificate is a step along the pathway to the Early Childhood Education Associate of Applied Science. Students apply theories and applications to a broader perspective, including settings outside of school.

Communication

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in communication includes courses that are commonly required for the major and meets lower-division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. A communication degree can lead to a career in teaching, the hospitality industry, journalism, broadcast and cyber media, human resources, business management, public relations, politics, law, or the arts.

Community Health

The Community Health Certificate of Completion prepares students to work in the fields of public health, health care, and community- based organizations. Jobs in the public health field include community health worker, wellness coach, sustainable practices/advocacy, peer- centered support specialist, outreach case manager, and community health advocate. Graduates work to reduce unequal rates of illness and death between different communities, promote wellness, and advocate for health equity.

Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)

The Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in the drafting field. Students prepare for advanced CAD applications through an introductory set of CAD-based curriculum. Students will gain experience using dedicated architectural, civil, and mechanical software.

Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)

The Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Associate of Applied Science Option prepares students for entry-level employment in the drafting field. Students prepare for advanced CAD applications through an introductory set of CAD-based curriculum. Students will gain experience using dedicated architectural, civil, and mechanical software. The program also integrates focused computer information systems skills in networking, web development, and hardware.

Computer & Information Systems

The Computer and Information Systems One-Year Certificate of Completion equips students with foundational skills in key areas such as computer concepts, software applications, networking, and internet technologies. This certificate is an excellent starting point for those looking to enter the IT field or enhance their technical expertise.

Computer & Information Systems

The Computer and Information Systems Associate of Applied Science is structured around a core curriculum and three specialized options, allowing students to tailor their education to their career interests. The core curriculum provides a strong foundation in essential areas such as computer concepts, software applications, operating systems, networking, database management, computer maintenance, internet technologies, mathematics, communication skills, and human relations.

Computer Science

The Associate of Science Oregon Transfer with a focus in computer science meets lower-division general education requirements of baccalaureate degree programs of any Oregon public university and provides junior status for registration purposes. The focus area was created through collaboration between members of the Oregon Council of Computer Chairs, which includes Oregon community college faculty/administrators and Oregon public university computer science chairs/faculty.

Construction Trades and Apprenticeship Readiness

The Construction Trades and Apprenticeship Readiness Certificate prepares students for entry-level skilled trade jobs and Registered Apprenticeship programs in various skilled trades focused on interior and exterior construction. The program ensures students meet the math requirement for apprenticeship applications and includes coursework to investigate and select possible trades careers.

Criminal Justice (A.A.)

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree with an emphasis in criminal justice prepares students to transfer into bachelor's programs at the junior level. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p. 62) for statewide general education student learning outcomes.

Criminal Justice (A.A.S.)

Criminal justice is a growing profession in Oregon and is expected to grow faster than the labor market on average into the foreseeable future. Job openings may call for a high school diploma, an associate degree, or a bachelor’s degree. The Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice prepares students to begin a career upon graduation.

Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts Two-Year Certificate of Completion is designed to expose students to the foundational step-by-step processes of classical and contemporary culinary techniques and to serve as a competency- based learning experience that prepares students for a successful career in the hospitality industry. All course credits in this Certificate may be applied to the Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science. This program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation.

Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science is designed to expose students to the step-by-step process, from foundation to advanced skills, of classical and contemporary culinary techniques and to serve as a competency-based learning experience that prepares students for a successful career in the hospitality industry. This program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation.

Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity Career Pathway Certificate of Completion builds on foundational knowledge in computer networking and administration, equipping students with advanced skills to secure data and networks. This certificate covers essential concepts and techniques in both vendor- neutral and Cisco-specific environments, preparing students to address real-world cybersecurity challenges.

Cybersecurity and Networking

The Computer and Information Systems program is designed around a core curriculum and three distinct options. The program’s core provides an introduction to computer concepts, software applications, operating systems, networking, database, computer servicing, internet, math, human relations, and writing. Graduates work in information technology for a wide variety of commercial businesses, education, federal/state/ local governments, e-commerce, publishing, and real estate.

Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting One-Year Certificate of Completion trains individuals in a broad range of clinical and administrative skills, such as preparing patients for dental treatment, assisting a dentist with patient care, performing expanded functions procedures, taking dental radiographs and dental impressions, performing disinfection and sterilization procedures, scheduling patients and appointment procedures, and creating and maintaining legal records.

Dental Hygiene

While Central Oregon Community College does not offer a dental hygiene program, students can begin coursework with the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree with the intent of transferring to another institution to earn a dental hygiene degree. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p. 62) for statewide general education student learning outcomes.

Developmentally Appropriate Learning Environments

The Developmentally Appropriate Learning Environments Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed to support students seeking careers in early-learning settings.

Early Childhood Education (A.A.)

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in early childhood education prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university to achieve additional professional goals in early childhood education and elementary education, which may require further education. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p. 62) for statewide general education student learning outcomes.

Early Childhood Education (A.A.S.)

The Early Childhood Education Associate of Applied Science prepares students with a strong emphasis in the theories, curriculum goals, and developmentally appropriate teaching and guidance strategies necessary to lead an early childhood classroom program or to work as a paraprofessional in public schools.

Economics

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in economics provides lower-division general education and major courses to prepare for a bachelor's degree in economics. Courses in this program are a strong preparation for careers in economics, business analytics, engineering, public health, resource management, or public policy. A bachelor's degree in economics can either be policy-based or quantitative. In either case, it is a diverse field that could lead to graduate or law school.

Education - Secondary

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in secondary education is designed for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university and to become a middle or high school teacher or to pursue a career in education. The degree includes courses related to the education field and to a specific subject area that a student will want to teach.

Elementary Education

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer in Elementary Education is designed for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university and to become an elementary teacher or to pursue a career in education. Recommended courses explore topics related to student learning, teaching strategies, and requirements to become a professional educator. Courses are engaging and offer students many hands-on learning opportunities.

Emergency Medical Technician

The Emergency Medical Technician One-Year Certificate of Completion is designed for students seeking entry-level jobs as emergency medical technicians (EMT). Courses provide eligibility to take the EMT license exam and include required training to legally operate an ambulance. In addition, this certificate is contained within the Associate of Applied Science in Paramedicine, so students who wish can continue seamlessly to paramedicine.

Engineering Emphasis

The Engineering Emphasis Associate of Science provides core science, engineering, and general education courses needed for most engineering majors. Students earning an engineering degree choose from among the many branches of engineering available, such as civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, computer, and energy systems engineering. Some engineering majors and branches may require additional courses not offered at Central Oregon Community College.

English Literature

The Associate of Arts Transfer meets Oregon transfer degree requirements, allowing students to transfer to an Oregon public university and some out-of-state universities having met all lower-division general education requirements.

Entrepreneurship

The Entrepreneurship One-Year Certificate of Completion is designed to provide students a foundation for starting their own businesses or assisting business startup activities. All coursework may be applied to the Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration.

Equity in Education

The Equity in Education One-Year Certificate of Completion provides skills and dispositions necessary to recognize and develop inclusive and culturally conscious practices.

Exercise Science/Kinesiology

The Associate of Art Oregon Transfer meets the state of Oregon transfer degree requirements allowing students to transfer to an Oregon public university and some out-of-state universities having met all lower-division general education requirements. With the appropriate course planning, all lower-division major requirements may also be met. Students should work closely with an advisor to select the best degree option and review specific transfer requirements.

Exploratory

Students who plan to earn a degree but have not yet decided on a path are identified as exploratory and assigned the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) in their audit in GradTracks. The AAOT is used for exploratory students because it provides a guideline of courses that meet bachelor’s degree general education requirements at Oregon public universities.

Fire Science

The Fire Science Associate of Applied Science is designed for students seeking a career in the fire service industry and for those who want to upgrade their skills for current fire service employment. The program is accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation (IFSAC), the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST), and is Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) recognized.

Fire Service Administration (EOU Transfer)

The Fire Service Administration (EOU Transfer) Associate of Science is intended to prepare students to transfer to Eastern Oregon University’s Fire Service Administration program and is designed for students seeking a career in the fire service industry or upgrading their skills for current fire service employment. The program meets or exceeds the required technical skills and knowledge necessary for employment in many fire service organizations throughout the country.

Forest Resources Technology

The Associate of Applied Science in Forest Resources Technology provides the education and practical skills needed to succeed as a technician in forestry and natural resource fields throughout the western U.S. Job opportunities exist in government agencies (both state and federal) and in private industry (contractors, consultants, and private companies). The U.S. Forest Service is the primary employer for graduates of this program.

Forestry (OSU Transfer) Emphasis

The Associate of Science Forestry (OSU Transfer) Emphasis is intended to fulfill many lower-division requirements of the Bachelor of Science in Forest Management from Oregon State University. Other universities’ requirements for a forest management degree may be similar, and course requirements for other forestry majors will differ. Students planning to transfer to any university forestry program should meet with a forest resources technology advisor to discuss transfer requirements.

Foundations of Licensure in Education

The Foundations of Licensure Certificate is designed to support students pursuing a career in a K-12 educational setting. It provides students with foundational knowledge and professional skills to successfully go to work as an Educational Assistant. It is also stackable and leads directly to the completion of an AAOT for students wishing to transfer to a university and pursue a K-12 teaching license.

General Transfer-OSU

The Associate of Science with an Oregon State University emphasis is intended for students who are confident they will finish their bachelor’s degree at either OSU in Corvallis or OSU-Cascades. This degree provides a framework for students to meet OSU’s general education requirements at the lower-division level.

Geographic Information Systems

The Geographic Information Systems One-Year Certificate of Completion is designed for students who have or who are working on a two- or four- year degree and want to acquire specific geographic information systems (GIS) skills. Geographic information systems are designed to work with data referenced by spatial or geographic coordinates.

Geographic Information Systems

The Geographic Information Systems Associate of Applied Science is a career and technical education degree designed for students focused on workforce readiness to secure an entry-level position in the industry. Geographic information systems (GIS) are designed to work with data referenced by spatial or geographic coordinates.

Geography

Geography is a discipline that studies the earth and its human inhabitants and is commonly divided into human and physical geography. The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in geography includes courses that are commonly required for a bachelor's degree in geography and meets lower-division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities.

Geology

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in geology includes courses that are commonly required for a geology major and meets lower-division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. Note additional coursework in physics, chemistry, and mathematics is needed. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p. 62) for statewide general education student learning outcomes.

Geospatial Science (OSU Transfer) Emphasis

The Geospatial Science Associate of Science degree is designed for students interested in completing the first two years of coursework before transferring to a baccalaureate program in geography, geographic information systems (GIS), geospatial science, geomatics, or similar program. It is specifically aligned with the fully online Bachelor of Science in Geography and Geospatial Science degree at Oregon State University.

Graphic Design

The Graphic Design One-Year Certificate of Completion provides a thorough foundation in the fundamentals of Graphic Design: color, typography, composition and their application using industry- standard approaches. Students apply current production methods and techniques to relevant projects that consider branding and target market. Courses cover unique aspects of Graphic Design including print and digital designs, vector art and graphics, digital photography, and brand/ style guide development.

Health Information Management

The Health Information Management (HIM) Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree equips students with the technical skills and knowledge needed for success in the field. This degree covers health information management principles, human relations, professional communication, healthcare statistics, and computer technology. Students complete the degree in six academic quarters (approximately two years), earning an Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Management.

History

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree with a focus in history is designed for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in history. The history discipline illuminates and analyzes the human past through primary and secondary evidence. History majors and minors learn to think with rigor, to write with clarity and precision, to research, organize, and assess evidence and to interpret complex information.

Hospitality Management

The Hospitality Management Two-Year Certificate of Completion is designed to give students a foundation for careers in hospitality management.

Hospitality Management

The Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality Management prepares students for immediate employment in hospitality occupations. The degree provides students required industry skills, including management, hospitality technology, food and beverage operations, fundamentals of business marketing, customer service, and financial analysis.

Humanities

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in humanities includes courses that are commonly required for this major and meets lower division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities.

Illustration

The Illustration One-Year Certificate of Completion provides a thorough foundation in Digital Illustration using industry-standard approaches. Each course covers a unique aspect of the Illustration discipline, including vector art for graphics and illustration, concept art, and narrative illustration. This combination of courses is intended to give students the knowledge and skill set to augment their transfer degree and/or initiate a career as a freelance illustrator.

Liberal Arts/Liberal Studies

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in liberal arts/liberal studies meets Oregon requirements for transfer to an Oregon public university and some out-of-state universities because it meets all lower- division general education requirements. Liberal studies, also known as liberal arts, is a higher education program that varies between institutions but generally encompasses a broad array of arts and letters, social science, and science courses.

Life Sciences

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree with a focus in life science is designed for students who wish to explore the life sciences.This degree will prepare a student to transfer to an Oregon university with all their lower division general education requirements met and some of their lower division math and science courses completed.

Manufacturing CNC Machine Operator

The Manufacturing CNC Machine Operator One-Year Certificate of Completion incorporates introductory manufacturing processes to provide hands-on experiences emphasizing computer numerical control (CNC) setup, operation, and code modification. The certificate skill sets align with industry-recognized proficiencies that qualify a graduate to apply for positions as a computer-controlled machine tools operator or CNC setup technician.

Manufacturing Machining Technician

The Manufacturing Machining Technician Associate of Applied Science prepares students to produce manufactured products. The program includes instruction in manual and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine operations, production line operations, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and quality control. The degree benefits students who are new to design and machining technology and those currently in the field seeking to expand skills and increase career opportunities.

Manufacturing Technician

The Manufacturing Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion gives students entry-level manufacturing skills by means of basic blueprint reading, basic use of lathe, mill, drill press, bandsaw, and an orientation on solid modeling computer-aided design and computer-aided engineering. It also introduces stick welding to help students decide on a path to welding or machining.

Massage Therapy

The Massage Therapy Two-Year Certificate of Completion can be completed in four terms and develops skills that include a variety of massage techniques and modalities, maintaining client and business records, adhering to client/practitioner boundaries and ethics, client communication, and universal sanitation practices. The program integrates sciences related to the human body with massage therapy theory and practice. The certificate qualifies students for state licensure.

Massage Therapy

The Associate of Applied Science in Massage Therapy gives students a unique opportunity to earn a degree alongside licensure. COCC is the only massage school to offer this on the west coast. The AAS degree integrates science with the human body alongside a wide variety of Eastern and Western massage therapy applications. Students also develop skills in business, computer skills and health while working in the community.

Master Automotive Technician

The Master Automotive Technician Two-Year Certificate of Completion prepares students to enter the transportation industry as an automotive technician. Coursework includes technical skills in computer applications, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and network systems. Communication skills are also highly emphasized. The program is designed so that students will be able to complete in approximately 12 to 15 months and earn up to seven career pathway certificates.

Mathematics

The study of mathematics develops analytic and quantitative skills, which are valuable in today's data-driven economy. The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in mathematics includes courses commonly required for a math major and meets lower-division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities.

Medical Assistant (Career Pathway Certificate of Completion)

The Medical Assistant Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is a 35 credit, nine-month program designed to get highly trained, qualified, certified medical assistants into the local workforce quickly due to an extreme shortage of medical assistants in Central Oregon.

Medical Assistant (One-Year Certificate of Completion)

The Medical Assistant One-Year Certificate of Completion is a four-term program that trains individuals to assist with clinical and administrative procedures in outpatient medical settings under the direction of a health care provider. Program courses begin once per year in Fall term. All program courses offered each term must be taken together and in sequence.

Medical Coding

The Medical Coding one-year certificate of completion provides individuals with education to understand the sequencing of codes and their impact on reimbursement, along with training on how to assign diagnostic and procedure codes.

Music

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in music meets Oregon transfer degree requirements and allows students to transfer to an Oregon public university and some out-of-state universities having met all lower-division general education requirements. The degree includes many of the core courses typically required during the first two years of a program leading to a bachelor’s degree in music.

Natural Resources (OSU Transfer) Emphasis

The Natural Resources (OSU Transfer) Emphasis Associate of Science is designed to fulfill 90-106 credits of the lower-division requirements of a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources at Oregon State University- Cascades. A fish and wildlife conservation option and an individualized specialty option are available at OSU-Cascades and at Central Oregon Community College. Other universities' requirements for a natural resources degree may be similar.

Nursing

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) with a focus in nursing allows students to transfer with junior standing to all Oregon public universities and some private universities. For students planning to apply to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, an additional benefit of the AAOT is the potential admission points awarded to those with a degree, thus making an application more competitive.

Nursing Assistant

The Nursing Assistant One-Year Certificate of Completion (NA CC1) is a three-term program that trains individuals to perform authorized nursing assistant duties in a variety of health care settings. The NA CC1 also provides training as a Community Health Worker, and includes foundational classes in communications, public health, developmental psychology, math, writing, and computer concepts.

Nursing (RN)

The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing provides students with the academic and clinical preparation to sit for the national licensure exam (NCLEX) upon program completion and provides a career ladder with exit points at the nursing assistant or practical nurse after the first year and registered nurse after the second year.

Office Professional

The Office Professional One-Year Certificate of Completion prepares students for occupations such as executive secretaries and administrative assistants, human resources assistants, and clerks. The program can be completed in an academic year; students can continue to earn the Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration.

Outdoor Leadership

The Outdoor Leadership One-Year Certificate of Completion prepares students to enter the outdoor leadership industry workforce immediately upon completion. The outdoor leadership industry often leads to careers in outdoor recreation, outdoor education, wilderness therapy, and tourism and leisure enterprises. The Outdoor Leadership program is grounded in the principles of lifelong learning, environmental stewardship, personal growth, and leadership.

Outdoor Leadership

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in outdoor leadership prepares students to transfer to a baccalaureate institution. Outdoor leadership includes careers in outdoor recreation, outdoor education, wilderness therapy, and tourism and leisure enterprises. The Outdoor Leadership program is grounded in the principles of lifelong learning, environmental stewardship, personal growth, and leadership.

Outdoor Leadership (OSU Transfer) Emphasis AS

The Outdoor Leadership (OSU Transfer) Emphasis Associate of Science is grounded in the principles of lifelong learning, environmental stewardship, personal growth, and leadership. The program emphasizes experiential methodologies to combine theory and practice in a strong, field-based curriculum. Students develop current and industry-accepted skills. Highly skilled and knowledgeable faculty exemplify the highest level of standards, integrity, and ethics.

Paramedicine

The Paramedicine Associate of Applied Science is designed for students seeking a career in emergency medical services and/or the fire service industry. The program meets or exceeds the required technical skills and knowledge necessary for national and state licensure. It is challenging and will require participants to spend between 600 and 800 hours in clinical and field settings.

Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician One-Year Certificate of Completion prepares students for employment in the pharmacy industry. The program can be completed in as little as 2-3 terms. Pharmacy technicians are skilled workers trained to work in a pharmacy and assist in all areas of the pharmacy not requiring a registered pharmacist's professional judgment. Practice areas for pharmacy technicians include retail, hospital, manufacturing, disease state management, mail order, and insurance claim specialists.

Photography/Videography

The Photography/Videography One-Year Certificate of Completion provides a thorough foundation in the fundamentals of commercial, fine art, and documentary photography/videography and their application using industry-standard approaches. Students apply current production methods and techniques to relevant projects that consider target market.

Physics

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in physics includes most courses that are commonly required for a major and meets lower- division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. Since there are minor variations between university physics programs, students may need to take additional courses after transferring. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p.

Political Science

Political science is a social science which deals with the distribution of power and resources through systems of governance. The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in political science includes courses that are commonly required for this major and meets lower-division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p.

Practical Nursing

The Practical Nursing Two-Year Certificate of Completion qualifies students to take the national licensure examination (NCLEX-PN) and to apply for licensure as a practical nurse from a state board of nursing. Students can exit after successfully completing the first year prepared to be a practical nurse. Students can exit after successfully completing the second year prepared to be a registered nurse.

Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Veterinary

Students interested in pursuing professional degrees in medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine are required to complete a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a related area, including the biological or physical sciences. To provide a solid foundation for bachelor’s degree work and admission to professional graduate programs, students are encouraged to complete the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with an emphasis on biology, chemistry, physics, and math coursework.

Pre-Law

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in pre-law includes courses useful to pre-law students and meets lower-division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. Law school is graduate-level and builds on a bachelor's degree but does not require a specific major.

Pre-Physical Therapy

Students interested in pursuing professional degrees to become a physical therapist are required to complete a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a related area (typically exercise science, the biological sciences, or psychology). To provide a solid foundation for bachelor’s degree work, students are encouraged to complete the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree with an emphasis on pre-physical therapy coursework.

Psychology

Psychology is a broad discipline that considers properties of the brain and seeks to understand humans as individuals and in groups. The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in psychology includes courses that are commonly required for this major and meets lower- division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p.

Public Health

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in public health is designed for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field. Lower-division coursework provides students with a strong foundation in public health topics, including health promotion, disease prevention, health psychology, healthcare policy, health equity, and environmental sustainability, plus prerequisite coursework in biology and mathematics.

Small Business and Entrepreneurship

The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Associate of Applied Science Option qualifies graduates to start and run a business, grow an existing business, or be employed in a new startup venture. The skills learned will enable the student to comprehend and assist in the basics of successfully operating a small business. Employment opportunities and job functions will vary greatly with industry, size of business, and geographical region.

Sociology

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in sociology includes courses commonly required for this major and meets lower-division general education requirements at all Oregon public universities. Sociology is the study of the interrelationships between individuals, groups, communities, and society. Topics explored in sociology classes include race, social class, gender, government, and social change.

STEM in Early Learning

The STEM in Early Learning one-year Certificate of Completion provides early learning educators with the initial content, skills, and dispositions to support young children’s engagement in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive practices. Required coursework will address the content and pedagogical considerations for supporting young children about the foundations for STEM related focus areas.

Undeclared Transfer Major

If a student plans to transfer in order to earn a bachelor's degree at another institution but has not yet declared a major, the College identifies the student as undeclared transfer. This goal aligns with the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree plan because it provides a guideline of courses that meet bachelor’s degree general education requirements at Oregon public institutions.

Undercar Technician

The Automotive Undercar Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion gives students an in-depth understanding of brakes, suspension, driveline, and electrical. It prepares students for a job in suspension and brakes as a technician or manager. The certificate prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A5) Automotive Brakes, (A4) Automotive Steering and Suspension, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Operations

The Unmanned Aerial Systems Operations Associate of Applied Science trains individuals to work as professional unmanned aerial systems (UAS) operators in the national/international arena. Students will learn to operate UAS, including conducting mission/pre-flight planning, mission briefings, and programming. They will learn how to obtain and evaluate weather forecasts, Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs), Special Instructions (SPINs), and airspace requirements.

User Experience and Interface Design (UX/UI)

The User Experience and Interface Design (UX/UI) One-Year Certificate of Completion provides a thorough foundation in the fundamentals of creating information visualizations, conducting user research, designing digital products and applying them using industry-standard approaches. Students apply current production methods and techniques to relevant projects that consider target market.

Veterinary Technician

The Veterinary Technician Associate of Applied Science is designed to prepare students to take the Veterinary Technician National Examination to become certified veterinary technicians. The program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities as a program for educating veterinary technicians.

Web Development

The Computer Information Systems program is designed around a core curriculum and three distinct options. The program’s core provides an introduction to computer concepts, software applications, operating systems, networking, database, computer servicing, internet, math, human relations, and writing. Graduates work in information technology for a wide variety of commercial businesses, education, federal/state/ local governments, e-commerce, publishing and real estate.

Welding

The Welding One-Year Certificate of Completion emphasizes shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, oxyacetylene welding and cutting, and basic fabrication.

Welding

The Associate of Applied Science in Welding is a culmination of the career pathway and one-year certificates of completion. Emphasis is on structural welds that include multiple positions and fabrication. Students will weld overhead, vertical, and cylindrical pipe. All welding methods are used. Students also use destructive testing methods of welds. Along with welding, the degree allows electives that can be taken in the machine shop.

Welding Technician

The Welding Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed to prepare students for employment in the welding industry. Certificate credits also apply to the Welding Technician AAS degree.

World Languages

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer with a focus in world languages is for students seeking a bachelor’s degree in French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, a related area, or a teaching endorsement featuring world language, literature, and culture studies. Statewide General Education Student Learning Outcomes Please see the General Education page (p. 62) for statewide general education student learning outcomes.