Clovis Community College (NM)

Academy-Based Criminal Justice

The Academy-Based degree program in Criminal Justice is designed for commissioned officers who have attended and successfully completed either the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy, the New Mexico State Police Academy or another state law enforcement academy that is recognized and accepted by the New Mexico academies. Students must produce adequate documentation of academy completion. The program recognizes academy completion for 30 semester credit hours of coursework.

Advanced Welder

The Certificate of Completion in Advanced Welder is designed to prepare students to work in the welding industry in the areas of inspection and testing, layout and fabrication, and pipe welding.

Alternative Licensure Program - Early Childhood Education

The Clovis Community College Alternative Licensure Program (ALP) is an approved program by the New Mexico Public Education Department. The ALP is a post graduate program for individuals who already hold a degree (bachelor's, master's, or doctorate) from a regionally accredited college or university and are interested in becoming an Early Childhood (Birth to Age 8) Educator.

Alternative Licensure Program - Elementary Education

The Clovis Community College Alternative Licensure Program (ALP) is an approved program by the New Mexico Public Education Department. The ALP is a post graduate program for individuals who already hold a degree (bachelor's, master's, or doctorate) from a regionally accredited college or university and are interested in becoming an Elementary K-8 Educator.

Alternative Licensure Program - Secondary Education

The Clovis Community College Alternative Licensure Program (ALP) is an approved program by the New Mexico Public Education Department. The ALP is a post graduate program for individuals who already hold a degree (bachelor's, master's, or doctorate) from a regionally accredited college or university and are interested in becoming a Secondary Educator in Middle School or High School.

Alternative Licensure Program - Special Education

The Clovis Community College Alternative Licensure Program (ALP) is an approved program by the New Mexico Public Education Department. The ALP is a post graduate program for individuals who already hold a degree (bachelor's, master's, or doctorate) from a regionally accredited college or university and are interested in becoming a Special Educator K-12. Upon completion of the program and required state exams, candidates are eligible to apply for a level I teaching license.

Automotive Chassis Systems

The Certificate of Completion in Automotive Chassis Systems is designed to prepare skilled technicians to work in the automotive industry in the areas of routine maintenance, steering and suspension, brakes (including antilock brake systems), electronic steering systems, engine performance and welding for automotive technology.

Automotive Power Train Systems

The Certificate of Completion in Automotive Powertrain Systems is designed to prepare skilled technicians to work in the automotive industry in the areas of routine maintenance, engine repair (including both manual and automatic transmissions), diagnostics, electronics, air conditioning and heating and engine performance.

Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology Program offers classroom and laboratory experience, which includes all aspects of diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. Laboratory work on vehicles from a variety of manufacturers gives students a well-rounded knowledge of the industry. Students become familiar with computerized technical manuals and multiple diagnostic hand and power tools used every day by professional line technicians.

Barbering

Individuals who have already obtained a New Mexico Cosmetology license and are interested in pursuing a crossover license in beard trimming and shaving are eligible for this certificate.

Behavioral Science

The Associate of Science degree in Behavioral Science is designed for the student who plans to work in the helping professions such as Counseling or Social Work. This degree is designed to provide students with a unique program of courses in brain anatomy and the nervous system and their function and their expression in human behavior as well as the study of related social interaction, communication, and perception of the self and others.

Biology

The Associate of Science in Biology curriculum provides basic courses for the first two years of a four-year curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. Students must complete all Required Courses with a grade of "C" or higher.

Business Administration

The Business Administration Certificate is designed to provide the minimum skills necessary for students seeking a short-term business management program. The Business Administration Certificate requirements may be applied to the Business Administration Associate of Applied Science degree. This certificate is available completely online.

Business Administration (A.A.S.)

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Administration prepares students for a career in business management and/or entrepreneurship and blends traditional transfer courses with specific courses emphasizing middle management tactics. This curriculum helps to prepare students for entry-level supervisory or management positions.

Business Administration (A.S.)

The Associate of Science in Business Administration curriculum provides basic courses for the first two years of a four-year curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Business Administration degree. This degree is available completely online.

Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA)

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Computer Information Systems

The Associate of Science degree in Computer Information Systems prepares students for transfer to a baccalaureate program in Computer Information Systems. Final acceptance of transferred credits is the prerogative of the receiving institution. This degree is available completely online.

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology program provides an opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Cosmetology; Certificates of Completion in Cosmetology Theory, Hair Fundamentals, Nail Technician; or Esthetics; and a Certificate of Achievement in Salon Success. The program is certified by the New Mexico State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists.

Cosmetology Theory

The Certificate of Completion in Cosmetology Theory is designed to prepare students to work in the cosmetology industry in the areas of perms, manicuring/pedicuring, hair cutting/styling and scalp treatment including shampoo and rinses.

Criminal Justice

The Certificate of Completion in Criminal Justice is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, and private security. The curriculum seeks to balance theoretical inquiry with applied knowledge. This certificate is available completely online.

Criminal Justice

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Criminal Justice is designed for students with Criminal Justice backgrounds, as well as for high school graduates and those returning to school. The program prepares students who are interested in employment in law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, and private security. The degree plan is broadly interdisciplinary in nature, embracing the study of humanities, law, and the natural, social, and behavioral sciences.

Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood Education Certificate of Achievement is designed to provide coursework to prepare students to apply for the state awarded New Mexico Child Development Certificate under the auspices of the New Mexico Child Development Board. Earning an Early Childhood Education Certificate of Achievement indicates successful completion of coursework and does not necessarily mean the student has completed all the necessary requirements to acquire the New Mexico Child Development Certificate.

Early Childhood Education

Electrical Maintenance

The Certificate of Completion in Electrical Maintenance allows students to focus on fundamentals and principles of electricity, control systems, planning, design, and power generation. This certificate prepares students to be well-suited in industry or manufacturing careers, which heavily rely on integrated systems for day-to-day operations.

Emergency Medical Services

Emergency medical services personnel traditionally provide emergency medical treatment in the community. Upon completion of this program, students will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science degree in Emergency Medical Services.

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

The Certificate of Achievement in Emergency Medical Technician-Basic trains students to provide out of hospital emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical services (EMS) system. EMTs have the basic knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life threatening emergencies.

Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate

The Certificate of Achievement in Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate trains students to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight.

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Entry-Level Welder

The Certificate of Completion in Entry-Level Welder is designed to prepare students to work in the welding industry in the areas of Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Flux-Cored Arc Welding and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. Emphasis is placed on safety.

Esthetics

The Certificate of Completion in Esthetics is designed to prepare students to work in the esthetics industry in the areas of sterilization/sanitation, skin treatments, eyelash extensions and hair removal. The certificate requires extensive hands-on experience in a professional day spa setting. This certificate also teaches students the fundamental skills required to run a salon business.

Exercise Specialist

The Exercise Specialist Certificate is for students who want to be personal trainers or contract coaches and is designed to help them gain the knowledge necessary to find success in coaching or designing individual training programs. It is a great program for those wishing to coach in any recreational or developmental setting as well as those who work outside the field of physical education but would like to become a contract coach for a public or private school setting.

Fine Art

The Fine Art program gives students a solid base of artistic principles and techniques. Through a variety of learning experiences, the curriculum is designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year institution for the purpose of seeking a higher degree. Students must work closely with their transfer institutions and their CCC Advisors to ensure the best transition to four-year schools.

First Responder

The Certificate of Achievement in First Responder is designed to train individuals to recognize and stabilize patients with life-threatening emergencies at the scene and arrange for transport. Students are eligible to test with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians upon completion.

Fundamentals of Game Design

The Fundamentals of Game Design Certificate of Achievement is designed to provide the basic skills and knowledge students will need in order to meet requirements for entry-level positions in the mobile app and game design industry. Students will learn the fundamentals of object-oriented programming, explore digital media and design principles, be introduced to 2-D and 3-D computer animation, and become familiar with basic principles of graphic design and typography.

General Studies

The Associate of General Studies degree provides a flexible option for students who wish to combine coursework in several areas of interest. Students can design a program of study around their interests by selecting a variety of courses in one or more areas.

Graphic Design and Media Art

The Certificate of Completion in Graphic Design and Media Art is designed to prepare students for employment rather than transfer to a baccalaureate program. The program will provide students with the opportunity to obtain the technical and creative skills necessary for an entry-level position in the graphic and media art field.

Graphic Design and Media Art

The Associate of Arts degree in Graphic Design and Media Art is designed to provide students with a solid base of artistic principles and techniques. This program is structured as a preparation for upper-division graphic design and media courses required for a bachelor's degree. Students must work closely with their transfer institutions and their CCC advisors to ensure the best transition to four-year schools.

Hair Fundamentals

The Certificate of Completion in Hair Fundamentals is designed to give students the necessary skills to work on, and with, a variety of different hair types and perform procedures such as men's cutting/styling, perms, nail enhancements, advance hair styling and hair coloring.

Health and Physical Education

The Department of Health and Physical Education offers coursework leading to an Associate of Science degree in Health and Physical Education.

Income Tax Preparation

The IRS Volunteer Preparer Certification Exam proves competency to prepare basic personal income tax returns. Successful completion of this exam along with a minimum of 20 hours actually preparing returns for the public are requirements for this certificate. This certificate is available through distance education.

Industrial Technology

The Certificate of Completion in Industrial Technology is designed to prepare graduates to operate and maintain complex industrial systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, electronics, schematics, motors, pneumatics and power generation systems.

Industrial Technology with a Concentration in Plant Operations and Equipment

Training in the Plant Operations and Equipment degree track will prepare individuals for a broad range of entry-level electrical/mechanical technician positions or technical support positions in the industrial, manufacturing, technology, or commercial environments.

Industrial Technology with a Concentration in Wind Energy

Training in the Wind Energy degree track will prepare individuals for entry-level wind technician positions or technical support positions in the wind energy field.

Information Systems and Technology

The Information Systems and Technology Certificate of Completion is designed to provide the core technical requirements to meet the training needs for small business entry-level positions that require a variety of computer skills and information/digital literacy. Students have the flexibility of completing their choice of coursework in preparation for a variety of industry certifications. This certificate is available completely online depending upon the student's choice of classes.

Information Technology with a Concentration in Information Systems and Technology

The Information Systems and Technology degree track is designed to meet the training needs for small business entry-level positions that require a variety of computer skills. Students have the flexibility to choose among a several preparatory courses that lead to industry certifications that fit their own personal career goals. This degree is available completely online depending upon the student's choice of classes. Please see an Academic Advisor for assistance.

Information Technology with a Concentration in Networking

The Networking degree track is designed to meet the training requirements for an entry-level Microsoft and/or Cisco networking career. It is intended to help students prepare for several industry recognized certifications.

Internet & Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Liberal Arts

The Certificate of Completion in Liberal Arts is awarded to students completing the 35-hour general education core requirements. This certificate is available completely online.

Liberal Arts, Education Concentration

The Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts is designed for students wishing to transfer to a four-year institution for the purpose of seeking a higher degree, generally in a discipline in the social sciences, humanities, or art. Students must work closely with their transfer institutions and their CCC Advisors to ensure the best transition to four-year schools.

Liberal Arts, General Liberal Arts Concentration

The Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts is designed for students wishing to transfer to a four-year institution for the purpose of seeking a higher degree, generally in a discipline in the social sciences, humanities, or art. This degree is available completely online. Students must work closely with their transfer institutions and their CCC Advisors to ensure the best transition to four-year schools.

Mathematics

The Associate of Science in Mathematics curriculum provides basic courses for the first two years of a four-year curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics, Engineering, or Education with the intent to teach mathematics.

Mental Health

The Mental Health Certificate is designed to provide an informed understanding of mental health from a theoretical and scientific perspective, as well as covering today's contemporary issues. It provides practical guidance and tools for supporting non-medical professionals in supportive roles within the areas of the mental health profession.

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Server

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)

Nail Technician

Networking

The Networking Certificate of Completion track is designed to provide the core technical requirements for an entry-level Microsoft and/or Cisco networking career. It is intended to help students prepare for several industry recognized certifications. The certifications include CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Security+; Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Server; and Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing & Switching (CCNA RA&S).

Nursing

Clovis Community College offers a two-year Career Mobility Nursing Program. Students who complete Level II will receive a Certificate of Completion in Practical Nursing and are eligible to write the National Council Licensing Examination-Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN) for licensure as a practical nurse (LPN).

Nursing Assistant

The Nursing Assistant Certificate of Achievement is designed to train students in basic nursing skills, restorative service, mental health and social service needs, personal care skills, and residents' rights. Upon successful completion of the course, students will meet all New Mexico state certification standards for a nursing assistant and be prepared to sit for the New Mexico Nurse Aide Registry exam.

Office Specialist

The Certificate of Completion in Office Specialist is designed to meet the changing needs of future information technology/administrative support employees by offering state-of-the-art software and technology training to prepare them for the workplace.

Paralegal (Legal Assistant Studies)

Paralegal (Legal Assistant Studies)

CCC offers a degree program for Paralegals (Legal Assistants) that includes a mixture of general education, legal theory, and practical skills. It is designed to provide a broad-based education in many areas of law, allowing students to explore the discipline before committing to an area of specialization.

Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomists collect and process blood specimens using approved venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. Phlebotomists work in clinics, hospitals and physician office labs. They safely collect and process blood and body fluid specimens. Students study theory in the classroom, learn skills in campus labs, and complete clinical experiences in area health care facilities and labs.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) are educated and licensed clinicians who provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. PTAs help people of all ages who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.

Plant Operations

The Certificate of Achievement in Plant Operations & Equipment is designed to prepare graduates for a broad range of entry-level electrical/mechanical technician positions or technical support positions in industrial, manufacturing or technology fields. Emphasis is placed on materials and design, welding and fabrication, mechanical equipment and provides practical experience.

Practical Nursing

Pre-Nursing

The Certificate of Completion in Pre-Nursing is designed to prepare students for admission to the program of choice and serves as the foundation for a career in Nursing. The certificate will prepare the student for more advanced learning in the Nursing Program.

Pre-Physical Therapist Assistant

The Certificate of Completion in Pre-Physical Therapist Assistant is designed to prepare students for admission to the program of choice and serves as the foundation for a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant. The certificate will prepare the student for more advanced learning in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program.

Pre-Radiologic Technology

The Certificate of Completion in Pre-Radiologic Technology is designed to prepare students for admission to the program of choice and serves as the foundation for a career as a Radiologic Technologist. The certificate will prepare the student for more advanced learning in the Radiologic Technology Program.

Radiologic Technology

Radiographers perform an important function in the rapidly expanding branch of medicine known as Radiology. Radiographers are medical personnel who perform diagnostic imaging examinations. They are educated in anatomy, patient positioning, examination techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, radiation protection, and basic patient care.

Salon Success

The Certificate of Achievement in Salon Success is designed to give students extensive, hands-on experience in a professional cosmetology environment. Emphasis is placed on sterilization and sanitation. This certificate also teaches students the fundamental skills required to run a salon business.

Welding

Welding Technology is designed to educate students in the fundamentals of industrial welding processes, with an emphasis on layout and design using the American Welding Society's (AWS) Schools Excelling through National Skills Standards Education (SENSE) program guidelines.

Wind Energy

The Certificate of Achievement in Wind Energy is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level wind technician positions or technical support positions in the wind energy field. Emphasis is placed wind turbine materials, equipment, troubleshooting and repair. The certificate also provides practical experience.