Dutchess Community College

Accounting

The Accounting Program is a career-oriented curriculum preparing students for a variety of entry-level accounting positions. Students who definitely plan to pursue a degree in accounting at a four-year school after completion of studies at DCC are instead encouraged to enroll in the Business Administration Transfer Program.

Adolescent Education: Biology

These jointly registered programs in adolescent education are designed to facilitate the transfer to SUNY New Paltz of students preparing to become certified teachers in grades 7-12. The curricula for the two years at Dutchess Community College is shown for each program. Students admitted to the jointly registered programs at Dutchess are simultaneously admitted to SUNY New Paltz.

Adolescent Education: Chemistry

These jointly registered programs in adolescent education are designed to facilitate the transfer to SUNY New Paltz of students preparing to become certified teachers in grades 7-12. The curricula for the two years at Dutchess Community College is shown for each program. Students admitted to the jointly registered programs at Dutchess are simultaneously admitted to SUNY New Paltz.

Adolescent Education: Earth Science

These jointly registered programs in adolescent education are designed to facilitate the transfer to SUNY New Paltz of students preparing to become certified teachers in grades 7-12. The curricula for the two years at Dutchess Community College is shown for each program. Students admitted to the jointly registered programs at Dutchess are simultaneously admitted to SUNY New Paltz.

Adolescent Education: English

These jointly registered programs in adolescent education are designed to facilitate the transfer to SUNY New Paltz of students preparing to become certified teachers in grades 7-12. The curricula for the two years at Dutchess Community College is shown for each program. Students admitted to the jointly registered programs at Dutchess are simultaneously admitted to SUNY New Paltz.

Adolescent Education: History/Social Studies

These jointly registered programs in adolescent education are designed to facilitate the transfer to SUNY New Paltz of students preparing to become certified teachers in grades 7-12. The curricula for the two years at Dutchess Community College is shown for each program. Students admitted to the jointly registered programs at Dutchess are simultaneously admitted to SUNY New Paltz.

Adolescent Education: Mathematics

These jointly registered programs in adolescent education are designed to facilitate the transfer to SUNY New Paltz of students preparing to become certified teachers in grades 7-12. The curricula for the two years at Dutchess Community College is shown for each program. Students admitted to the jointly registered programs at Dutchess are simultaneously admitted to SUNY New Paltz.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology

This program prepares men and women for employment in the field of commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. The graduate is qualified for entry-level positions in installation, repair and maintenance of equipment in use by food markets, food processors, office buildings, apartment buildings, manufacturing plants, schools, etc. In addition, positions are available in design, sales and distribution.

Airframe and Powerplant Technician

The Applied Academic Certificate, Airframe & Powerplant Technician, is designed to prepare men and women for employment as maintenance technicians in general aviation, corporate aviation, airlines or aerospace manufacturers.

Apprentice Training Program

This program is designed in cooperation with local branches of trade unions and certifying organizations. It provides an opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree while working as an apprentice. While engaged in technical studies and obtaining on-the-job experience in the skilled trades, students in this program will complete 25 college credits (8 courses) at Dutchess Community College. The apprentices normally attend the College as part-time students.

Architectural Technology

This program prepares graduates for employment opportunities in the field of architecture. In addition to being architectural technicians, graduates will be qualified to be draftspersons, engineering aides, building materials and manufacturing representatives, planning aides and detailers, and to work with city building departments and renewal and redevelopment agencies. Dutchess Community College graduates also are able to transfer many of their credits to accredited architectural colleges.

Aviation Maintenance Technician

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Aviation Maintenance Technician, is designed to prepare men and women for employment as maintenance technicians in the field of aircraft repair and maintenance in general aviation, corporate aviation, airlines or aerospace manufacturers.

Aviation Management

The Aviation Management program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year Aviation Management Program. The program includes the foundational, technical and managerial skills needed in the aviation field. Key focus areas include: aviation security, safety, operations and airport management.

Aviation Science: Pilot

Basic Bookkeeping

Students earning the Basic Bookkeeping Microcredential will possess entry-level bookkeeping/accounting skills immediately transferable into the workplace in jobs such as bookkeeper, accounting clerk, accounts receivable/payable clerk, bank tellers, etc.

Bookkeeping

The objective of the one-year program is to prepare individuals for entry-level jobs as bookkeeping office employees, with opportunities for advancement to more responsible positions. If a student decides to continue toward a two-year degree in accounting or in other Business Department programs, many of the courses already completed may be applied toward that degree. A Certificate is awarded upon completion of the requirements for this program.

Business Administration (Transfer)

This course of study is designed for students who plan to transfer to a senior college to pursue a baccalaureate degree in business administration, accounting, management, marketing, international business or economics. Students interested in the two-year A.A.S. program in Business Administration should click here. Students interested in the two-year A.A.S. program in Accounting should click here.

Business Management

This program provides a basic knowledge of essential business practices and procedures within a broad framework of business management principles. Noted for its flexibility, the program gives students the opportunity to select courses from a career emphasis in management and/or marketing. Graduates are employed in private and public sector entry-level employment positions including sales, personnel, banking, marketing, management and administration.

Cannabis Retail Management

The Cannabis Retail Management Microcredential will allow students the opportunity to focus on retail management for career advancement and skill enhancement in the cannabis industry. There are many instances where an individual may wish to educate themselves with a focus on retail management operations, customer service in the cannabis industry, as well as cannabis as a product.

Chemical Dependency Counseling Certificate

This program is designed to provide individuals with the skills and competencies necessary for employment as paraprofessionals in the field of chemical dependency counseling. Specifically, the program will provide instruction enabling those completing the program to function in rehabilitation or therapeutic communities, or in correctional or mental health facilities.

Child Care

This program is designed to prepare students to work with children, adolescents or adults with mental, emotional or physical handicaps in a variety of settings, such as residential and day schools, group homes, crisis intervention centers, youth correctional facilities and special needs day care centers. Skills for working with persons with special needs are developed through study and practical field experience.

Child Care: Direct Care Certificate

This program is designed primarily for individuals currently employed in human services agencies who have little or no formal education in human services or for individuals with no human services experience, who wish to enter this field. The program enables those individuals to acquire the theoretical background, basic techniques and skills needed to function as significant members of the treatment team at their worksites.

Child Development Associate

The CDA microcredential will prepare individuals currently working in the field of early childhood education who are looking to earn college credits while simultaneously being supported through the process of preparing to earn their CDA (Child Development Associate) Certificate for Professional Recognition.

Clinical Laboratory Technician

The Clinical Lab Technician performs laboratory procedures designed to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. These procedures include physical, chemical or microscopic analyses of body fluids and tissues. Proficiency in these skills is achieved through practice in College laboratories and affiliated clinical laboratories in the community. Training includes both manual and automated experiences.

Communications & Media Arts

This media production program is designed for students interested in the mass media, broadcast journalism, video and audio production, public relations, visual effects, screenwriting and documentary and narrative film production. Through an organized program of study, students are provided with media theory, techniques and practices in service of creative expression and career development.

Computer Information Systems

This curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment opportunities in cloud computing technologies including programming, networking, and web administration. Students are encouraged to also complete one of the certificates in Web Programming or Computer Networking. Positions as programmers and technicians are available in various sectors of business, particularly insurance, banking, public utilities, retailing and manufacturing firms.

Computer Networking

This certificate will provide the students with the necessary skills to design and manage a cloud-based network. Upon completion of the certificate, the student, in addition to acquiring an understanding of the basic data communication and networking concepts, will be proficient in the basic skills to manage both virtual and real servers and networks. The certificate will provide students with a solid foundation in cloud platform components.

Computer Science

This program is recommended for transfer students planning to earn a baccalaureate degree with a major in computer science. Students should be at Math Placement Level 4 or higher. The Associate in Science (A.S.) is awarded upon completion of the requirements for this program.

Computer Support for the Cloud

This microcredential will provide the student with skills to effectively provide computer support. The coursework includes learning MS Office, implementing security protocols, studying computer components, and utilizing operating system functionality. In addition, the students will analyze the virtual components in the cloud and learn how to navigate a cloud infrastructure.

Construction Technology Management

The purpose of this program is to meet the educational needs of the construction industry by training entry-level construction managers and by providing continuing education for construction employees. Graduates will be qualified to be draftspersons, engineering and construction aides, building materials and manufacturing representatives, planning aides and detailers.

Criminal Justice - Public and Private Security

A balance of general, liberal arts, and technical courses is offered to those students who intend to enter the field of criminal justice directly upon graduation or who are currently employed within the field and do not intend to pursue the baccalaureate degree at a four-year institution. This program leads to rewarding careers in law enforcement, corrections, industrial security and numerous other related positions at the municipal, state and federal levels.

Criminal Justice (Transfer)

A balance of general, liberal arts and technical courses is offered to those students who intend to enter the field of criminal justice for the first time as well as those currently employed in the field. This program is designed primarily for those students who anticipate transferring to a four-year institution to pursue the baccalaureate degree. It also is recommended to those students interested in pre-law studies.

Data Analysis

Students earning a microcredential in Data Analysis will implement basic coding programming in a programming language, manipulate a relational database, and use database definition, manipulation, query, and control commands and analyze data using data visualization and statistical modeling methods. This microcredential is a valuable add-on to Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Mathematics, Information Management, and Business programs.

Direct Support Professional I

What You'll Study in our Direct Support Professional Microcredentials Our DSP microcredentials provide the framework you need to grow your career. Coursework is structured into three microcredentials with nine credits in each and aligns with the requirements for certification from the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP).

Direct Support Professional II

What You'll Study in our Direct Support Professional Microcredentials Our DSP microcredentials provide the framework you need to grow your career. Coursework is structured into three microcredentials with nine credits in each and aligns with the requirements for certification from the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP).

Direct Support Professional III

What You'll Study in our Direct Support Professional Microcredentials Our DSP microcredentials provide the framework you need to grow your career. Coursework is structured into three microcredentials with nine credits in each and aligns with the requirements for certification from the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP).

Early Childhood

This program provides students with a background in general education and specific skills necessary to work effectively with young children. The curriculum is designed to prepare students, through class and laboratory experience, to become a teacher (head of group) or assistant in preschool/day care/nursery school settings.

Early Childhood Caregiver

The purpose of this program is to provide skills and a beginning credential to those individuals working with, or seeking to work with, young children in day care centers or family day care settings. All courses in the Certificate program are applicable to the Early Childhood Associate in Applied Science degree program. A Certificate is awarded upon completion of the requirements for this program.

Education: Early Childhood and Childhood Dual Certification

This program is jointly registered with SUNY New Paltz and is the preferred program for transfer to that college. Students, upon successful completion of their A.S. degree at DCC and their B.S. degree at SUNY New Paltz, will receive a New York State teaching certificate for Birth through Grade 2 and Grades 1 - 6.

Electrical Technology

This program is designed to provide students with a solid technological foundation in electrical/electronics-related fields thus preparing them for successful entry-level employment as a technician in the associated technology sector. The Electrical Technology (ELT) A.A.S. degree is marketable - students who graduate can expect to find successful employment that they will be eligible for immediately.

Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic

This program fulfills the requirements set by state and national agencies for credentialing of the Emergency Medical Technician- Paramedic. Students will become proficient in the art and science of out-of-hospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction. The program stresses mastery in advanced life support skills, which will be accomplished in College laboratories, affiliated hospitals and advanced life support ambulances.

Engineering Science (Transfer)

This program is for students planning to transfer upon graduation from Dutchess Community College to a four-year college granting a Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline. Dutchess graduates readily transfer to established and respected educational institutions as third- year engineering students.

Exercise Science and Wellness

This program of study is designed primarily for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Physical Education for Teaching, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Health and Wellness, Physical Therapy or Nutritional Science. This program combines a broad foundation in the liberal arts and sciences with technical courses in the emerging and expanding field of Exercise Science.

General Studies

The General Studies program, which leads to an A.S. degree, allows students substantial flexibility in course selection. In so doing, it provides them the opportunity to explore and refine their intellectual interests and permits students to develop an area of academic concentration. The General Studies program is geared to facilitate transfer to four-year institutions of higher learning.

Graphic Design

The Graphic Design Microcredential will serve to allow non-matriculated and/or non-traditional students the opportunity to focus on graphics and interactive design for career advancement and skill enhancement. There are many instances where an individual may wish to educate, or re-educate themselves with a focus on design theory and practice, including effective use of the industry standard Adobe Creative Cloud through Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Dreamweaver.

Hospitality and Tourism

The Hospitality and Tourism Program at Dutchess Community College will prepare students for employment in the Mid-Hudson Valley hospitality and tourism industry with an A.A.S. degree. Hospitality and Tourism students will be educated in a variety of areas, including convention, meeting, and exposition management, hospitality purchasing and marketing. Students will also be required to complete internship hours with local businesses in Dutchess County or complete a business elective.

Humanities and Social Sciences

The program is designed mostly for students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a baccalaureate degree. It provides the flexibility to explore many different fields of study as well as the space to delve deeper into a potential major of interest.

Human Services

The Human Services program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or Sociology. The program combines a broad foundation in the liberal arts with specific courses designed for those interested in working in fields such as mental health, developmental disabilities, social services and youth corrections.

HVAC Technician Foundational Skill I

This program aligns with DCC’s mission of offering access to a broad range of learning opportunities and experiences to meet the education needs of a diverse community. It supports economic development by preparing students for in-demand careers and promotes lifelong learning through continuing education opportunities. The program fosters technical proficiency, critical thinking and environmental responsibility, reinforcing the College’s commitment to student success and community engagement.

HVAC Technician Foundational Skill II

This program aligns with DCC’s mission of offering access to a broad range of learning opportunities and experiences to meet the education needs of a diverse community. It supports economic development by preparing students for in-demand careers and promotes lifelong learning through continuing education opportunities. The program fosters technical proficiency, critical thinking, and environmental responsibility, reinforcing the college’s commitment to student success and community engagement

Mathematics

This program of study is recommended for transfer students planning to earn a baccalaureate degree with a major in mathematics. It is recommended that students entering the program have four units of high school academic math. The Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree is awarded upon completion of the requirements for this program.

Mental Health Assistant

This program is designed to prepare students to serve in a variety of mental health and social services settings. Graduates could function in any one of the following roles: caseworker aide, outreach worker, client advocate, therapy aide, community organizer, and other human services generalist positions. Students will learn through academic and field practicum experiences, sound methods of assisting individuals in developing productive responses to personal and social problems.

Music Performance Certificate

This intensive musical performance preparation program is designed for the student who wishes further musical study before auditioning for entrance as an applied music major at a four-year college or music conservatory. In addition to musical performance preparation, the program provides foundations in music theory and history and freshman-level English language skills.

Networking for the Cloud

This microcredential will provide the students with the skills needed to understand and implement basic networking concepts. It will provide the students with the skills needed to install and manage a Windows Server. The student will also learn the components of cloud computing, navigate a cloud infrastructure and deploy the server in the cloud.

Nursing

The Nursing Program offers an Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) and graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). The Nursing Program is registered by the New York State Education Department (www.nysed.gov) and fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

Paralegal

This program is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for entry-level employment as paralegals. Students enrolled in the program complete a combination of legal specialty, business, liberal arts and elective courses that will prepare them to work in law offices, banks, insurance companies, government agencies, corporations and other types of organizations that deal with legal matters. Such work normally is done under the supervision of an attorney.

Paralegal Certificate

This concentrated certificate program is designed to provide students with a basic foundation of skills and knowledge needed to seek employment as a paralegal. The program's curriculum requires completion of a combination of legal specialty, business and liberal arts courses. Legal specialty courses emphasize the role of the paralegal in dealing with clients, documents and procedures, while working under the supervision of an attorney.

Paramedic Certificate

This program fulfills the requirements set by state and national agencies for credentialing of the Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic. The program stresses mastery of advanced life support skills. Students will accomplish these objectives through didactic presentations, College laboratory time and clinical and field internships.

Performing Arts

This program lets students develop their individual skills in several performing arts course areas, especially Theatre, Music and Dance. It allows for coherent combinations of these courses to be taken to meet special interests such as training in musical theatre. Upon completion of the degree, students may wish to seek professional employment in the performing arts, transfer to a college or conservatory for more advanced study or participate in local performing arts organizations.

Personal Trainer Certification

The Personal Trainer Certification Microcredential will allow students to pursue a certification in the fitness field. They would have a certification as a Personal Trainer allowing employment in the fitness field to be highly attainable.

Phlebotomist Certificate

This program prepares students for a career as a Phlebotomist/Data Clerk. Phlebotomist/data clerks primarily work in outpatient blood drawing centers, clinical laboratories, physician offices or blood donor collection agencies. Their primary responsibilities are to draw blood specimens for the purpose of analysis and to enter and retrieve data from the computer.

Public Health

The Associate in Science degree program in Public Health provides students with foundational knowledge in public health that can be used in a wide range of health-related fields and other sectors. This program is designed specifically for students who intend to transfer to an upper-level college or university to complete a bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field of study.

Public Safety

What You'll Study in Our Public Safety Microcredential Program The microcredential equips you with the skills and certifications necessary to land your first public safety job. You will emerge with a heightened understanding of the modern security industry, as well as a sharpened ability to assess public threats. Our Public Safety Microcredential stacks into DCC's associate degree program in Criminal Justice-Public and Private Security.

Science

This curriculum is designed for the student who intends to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a baccalaureate degree in a natural or physical science. The program provides a broad background in the liberal arts and sciences. By appropriate selection of courses, a student may build a suitable background for further study in a senior college leading to the baccalaureate degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science and conservation, geology, health education or physics.

Small Business Management

The Small Business Management Microcredential directly targets adult learners within the community looking to start a business or improve or gain skills to strengthen an existing entrepreneurial venture.

Sports Nutrition Specialist

The Sports Nutrition Specialist Certification Microcredential will allow students to pursue a certification in the fitness field. Students would have a certification as a Nutrition Specialist, allowing employment in the fitness field to be highly attainable.

Strength Coach Certification

The Strength Coach Certification Microcredential will allow students to pursue a certification in the fitness field. Students would have a certification as a Strength Coach, allowing employment in the fitness field to be highly attainable.

Visual Arts

This program will provide an option for students who are interested in pursuing an associate degree in the Visual Arts with a goal of transferring to a baccalaureate institution. This program will provide a strong foundation in art while offering opportunities to pursue areas of particular interest (drawing, painting, ceramics, photography, graphic design and mixed media).

Web Administration Certificate

This certificate will provide students with the skills to effectively develop web sites and administer a web server in a cloud installation. Students will develop advanced skills in both client-side web software and server-side software. Upon completion of the certificate, students will be well-versed in the skills necessary to pursue careers in web programming and web site administration.

Web Administration for the Cloud

This microcredential will provide students with the courses to become proficient in the skills required to design, code, and host dynamic web sites. Students will learn HTML, CSS, Javascript, XML and server-side code including database integration. In addition, students will become familiar with cloud infrastructures and hosting the web server on the cloud.