Garrett College

Addictions Counseling

This certificate provides individuals who already hold an associate degree or higher in a health or human services field the specified coursework needed to seek licensure and certification with the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. It prepares graduates to sit for the exams needed to receive certification as a certified supervised alcohol and drug counselor (CSC-AD) in the state of Maryland.

Addictions Counseling

The A.A.S. in Addictions Counseling degree prepares students for careers in addictions counseling. The curriculum provides theoretical coursework along with practical, hands-on instruction and field experience necessary to attain certification as a certified supervised alcohol and drug counselor (CSC-AD) in the state of Maryland.

Alpine Climbing Field Instructor

A 12-credit certificate within Garrett College's Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education program that prepares students for entry level, field-based positions in the outdoor recreation and adventure education industry, focusing on alpine climbing. The curriculum develops technical skills, instructional abilities, and risk management practices and includes the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification course.

Arts and Sciences

The Arts and Sciences cover a broad range of subjects and disciplines. Students enrolled in the Arts and Sciences major select a concentration to graduate with an A.A. Degree in preparation for transfer to a four-year college or university.

Business Administration

The business programs at Garrett College prepare students with the necessary and up-to-date knowledge and skills for the careers of today and the future. Students intending to transfer to a 4-year institution may pursue the Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Business Administration.

Business & Information Technology

Students wishing to enter directly into the workforce may choose to pursue an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Business & Information Technology. The Business programs accommodate a wide variety of interests such as accounting, management, marketing, sales, advertising, economics, computer applications and office skills.

BUS & INFO TECH

COMMERCIAL VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION SPEC.

COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNLGY:E-COMMERCE

Computer Science

The Computer Science program at Garrett College awards an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree. This degree is designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year institution to obtain a bachelor's degree in a computer related field such as computer science, information systems, information technology, and secure computing.

Cybersecurity

A college-credit certificate in cybersecurity. The CIS163 Intro to Cisco Networking, CIS221 Advanced Routing & Switching, and CIS222 WAN Technologies three-course sequence prepares students for the CCNA certification exam.

Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity program at Garrett College prepares students for careers in computing, networking, and cybersecurity with a strong focus on hands-on skills. Graduates are prepared for work in IT support, systems administration, network security, and other roles where trust, judgment, and hands-on technical ability are critical.

EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSISTANT

Early Childhood Ed / Early Childhood Special Education

This Associate of Arts in Teaching degree prepares students who aspire to teach at the preschool level for transfer into a four-year teacher education curriculum. The program is designed for transfer to a four-year Maryland institution, with students wishing to teach Pre-K through Kindergarten considering the Early Childhood program.

Elementary Education / Elementary Special Education

This Associate of Arts in Teaching degree prepares students who aspire to teach at the elementary level (K-6) for transfer into a four-year teacher education curriculum. The program is designed for transfer to a four-year Maryland institution.

Engineering, Robotics, & Technology

This certificate is offered exclusively to Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) high school students, who may pursue it as part of their high school coursework. It provides foundational mechanical, electrical and computational knowledge needed to support automated systems, preparing students to enter the workforce as technicians in a variety of industries.

Engineering Transfer

The Engineering Transfer A.S. degree is a two-year program designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor degree in electrical, mechanical, or other engineering discipline. The curriculum is built around a strong core of mathematics, the sciences including chemistry and physics, and computer technology.

Flatwater Paddlesports Field Instructor

A 12-credit certificate within Garrett College's Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education program that prepares students for entry level, field-based positions in the outdoor recreation and adventure education industry, focusing on flatwater paddlesports. The curriculum develops technical skills, instructional abilities, and risk management practices and includes the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification course.

General Studies

The General Studies degree curriculum is a broadly-based degree program designed for students who plan to pursue an Associate of Arts degree before transferring to a four-year college or university. It allows students to complete general education requirements and explore various disciplines which may assist them in determining a program major.

GENERAL STUDIES TRANSFER

Health & Exercise Science

Garrett College's Health and Exercise Science A.S. degree provides students interested in a fitness or health science career the knowledge and skills necessary for today's competitive market. Upon completion of the degree, students have the option to join the workforce in entry level positions or transfer to a four-year college.

Health Science

The Health Science certificate provides students interested in a health care profession an academic foundation that prepares them for transfer into a specialized health program at a variety of 2- and 4-year institutions. Students may select from a variety of pre-allied health tracks, each designed to meet the needs of students who plan to transfer to a college or university that grants degrees in various health care professions.

HUMAN SERVICES

JUVENILE JUSTICE

JUVENILE JUSTICE

LAW ENFORCEMENT

LIMITED SCOPE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST

Mountain Biking Field Instructor

A 12-credit certificate within Garrett College's Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education program that prepares students for entry level, field-based positions in the outdoor recreation and adventure education industry, focusing on mountain biking. The curriculum develops technical skills, instructional abilities, and risk management practices and includes the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification course.

NATURAL RESOURCES AND WILDLIFE TECH

Natural Resources & Wildlife Technology

The Natural Resources and Wildlife Technology program strives to graduate technicians who are well prepared for employment in the field of natural resources management. The program emphasizes wildlife, fisheries, and forest management, and soil and water conservation.

Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education

The A.A.S. in Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education is designed to prepare students for careers in the outdoor and adventure recreation industries. The curriculum balances hands-on learning experiences with a theoretical approach to leadership, risk management, and environmental stewardship.

Paramedic

The Paramedic Certificate program is offered in a standard-paced two-year format, or as an accelerated one-year program. It provides the training required to develop the knowledge and skills needed for work in the emergency medical services field as a paramedic.

Paramedic Studies

The Paramedic Studies curriculum is designed to provide instruction in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains which will enable students to develop the knowledge and skills required for work in the emergency medical services (EMS) field. Students can choose to pursue a Paramedic certificate or work towards an associate of applied science degree.

PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL STUDIES

Professional & Technical Studies

The Professional & Technical Studies program at Garrett College provides a flexible curriculum intended for skilled workers and professionals, across various fields, who are seeking a college degree to help build their resume or boost career advancement opportunities. Students fulfill the technical portion of the program through career or technical courses that meet their specific career goals.

Radiologic Technology

Garrett College's Radiologic Technology program offers a dynamic blend of advanced technology and compassionate patient care, preparing students for a career in medical imaging. Graduates will be prepared to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.

Rock Climbing Field Instructor

A 12-credit certificate within Garrett College's Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education program that prepares students for entry level, field-based positions in the outdoor recreation and adventure education industry, focusing on rock climbing. The curriculum develops technical skills, instructional abilities, and risk management practices and includes the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification course.

Snow Sports Field Instructor

A 12-credit certificate within Garrett College's Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education program that prepares students for entry level, field-based positions in the outdoor recreation and adventure education industry, focusing on snow sports. The curriculum develops technical skills, instructional abilities, and risk management practices and includes the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification course.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Sport Management

The Sport Management degree program is designed not only for students who plan to enter the workforce after completion of the 2-year degree but also for transfer to a four-year institution. The curriculum, along with practical, hands-on instruction and field experience, enables students interested in a sport management career to develop the knowledge and skills required in today's competitive market.

Teacher Education

The Teacher Education program prepares students who aspire to teach at the preschool, elementary, or secondary level for transfer into a four-year teacher education curriculum. Students have the opportunity to participate in classroom activities in the public schools as part of their pre-professional course work.

White Water Paddle Sports Field Instructor

A 12-credit certificate within Garrett College's Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education program that prepares students for entry level, field-based positions in the outdoor recreation and adventure education industry, focusing on whitewater paddlesports. The curriculum develops technical skills, instructional abilities, and risk management practices and includes the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification course.