Accounting
The Accounting Associate of Applied Science degree is a two-year degree that provides the technical knowledge needed to go to work. While many of the courses within this program of study transfer to university programs, we highly advise you to check with your intended transfer institution to verify transferability. If you desire entry-level Accounting skills, the Accounting Technology certificate may be of interest.
CertificateAccounting
The Accounting Associate of Applied Science degree is a two-year degree that provides the technical knowledge needed to go to work. While many of the courses within this program of study transfer to university programs, we highly advise you to check with your intended transfer institution to verify transferability. If you desire entry-level Accounting skills, the Accounting Technology certificate may be of interest.
Associate's DegreeApplied Technology
Jefferson College's Applied Technology degree/certificate allows students to tailor a degree to match their current employment requirements or prepare for future employment. The Applied Technology degree will allow flexibility in course selection to match the student's technological interest.
CertificateApplied Technology
Jefferson College's Applied Technology degree/certificate allows students to tailor a degree to match their current employment requirements or prepare for future employment. The Applied Technology degree will allow flexibility in course selection to match the student's technological interest.
Associate's DegreeApprenticeship Training
The Jefferson College Apprenticeship Credit Option Program is designed for individuals who have completed apprenticeship training or are presently enrolled in an established apprenticeship program. The program allows an individual to transfer credit for his/her apprenticeship training to Jefferson College. Eighteen hours of general education are required to complete the Associate of Applied Science degree.
Associate's DegreeArt
The Associate of Fine Arts-Art (A.F.A.) is designed as a specialized transfer degree for entry into a Fine Arts baccalaureate degree program. This degree involves changes in the traditional general education requirements resulting in differences across the traditional disciplines of the arts and sciences from the minimum 42 credit hours in General Education for the A.A. transferable degree with CORE 42 completion.
Associate's DegreeAssociate of Arts
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree is designed as the statewide general studies liberal arts transfer degree. This degree is structured for entry into a range of baccalaureate degree programs offered by four-year colleges or universities. The A.A. degree requires completion of a minimum of 42 credit hours within the General Education CORE 42 program as well as 20+ hours of elective credit which may include institutional requirements.
Associate's DegreeAssociate of Arts in Teaching
The Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) is designed as a statewide teacher education specialized transfer degree for entry into a Teacher Education baccalaureate degree program. It is the result of careful planning and agreement between Missouri four-year colleges and universities and Missouri public community colleges.
Associate's DegreeAutomotive Technology
The Jefferson College Automotive Technology Program has received five-year accreditation by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) for meeting strict industry standards in the areas of brakes, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, and suspension/steering. This curriculum prepares students for employment in the automotive services industry.
CertificateAutomotive Technology
The Jefferson College Automotive Technology Program has received five-year accreditation by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) for meeting strict industry standards in the areas of brakes, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, and suspension/steering. This curriculum prepares students for employment in the automotive services industry.
Associate's DegreeBiology
This Associate of Science (A.S.) in Biology degree is a specialized transfer degree designed for biological science students to transfer to a university as part of a bachelor's degree for students pursuing pre-professional programs such as pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy as well as allied health professions. Jefferson College has partnered with several universities creating 2+2 transfer agreements.
Associate's DegreeBiotechnology
The Biotechnology program offers both a certificate and Associate of Applied Science degree preparing students for careers in biomanufacturing, medical innovation, research, and agricultural improvement. The curriculum covers lab safety, genetics, DNA, lab techniques, biological physics, and immunology.
CertificateBiotechnology
The Biotechnology program offers both a certificate and Associate of Applied Science degree preparing students for careers in biomanufacturing, medical innovation, research, and agricultural improvement. The curriculum covers lab safety, genetics, DNA, lab techniques, biological physics, and immunology.
Associate's DegreeBusiness Management
The Business Management degree is for those who wish to obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree and enter the workforce upon completion. The program provides a broad course of study in Management, Marketing, Accounting, Advertising, Personal Selling, Entrepreneurship, and Finance.
CertificateBusiness Management
The Business Management degree is for those who wish to obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree and enter the workforce upon completion. The program provides a broad course of study in Management, Marketing, Accounting, Advertising, Personal Selling, Entrepreneurship, and Finance.
Associate's DegreeChemistry
This Associate of Science (A.S.) in Chemistry degree is a specialized transfer degree designed for natural sciences and allied health students to transfer to a university as part of a bachelor's degree. This knowledge is essential for students pursuing careers in healthcare, environmental science, and other related fields.
Associate's DegreeChild Care/Early Childhood Education
The primary purpose of this program is to provide students with the background and professional competencies necessary for employment in the field of early childhood care and education. Upon graduation, students will be prepared for employment in a variety of settings including preschools, day care centers, school-age child care centers, residential centers, public schools, and recreation centers.
CertificateChild Care/Early Childhood Education
The primary purpose of this program is to provide students with the background and professional competencies necessary for employment in the field of early childhood care and education. Upon graduation, students will be prepared for employment in a variety of settings including preschools, day care centers, school-age child care centers, residential centers, public schools, and recreation centers.
Associate's DegreeComputer Information Systems: Computer Support Option
Computer Support Option graduates provide technical assistance to computer system users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from a remote location. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. They may install and maintain computer networks and servers.
CertificateComputer Information Systems: Computer Support Option
Computer Support Option graduates provide technical assistance to computer system users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from a remote location. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. They may install and maintain computer networks and servers.
Associate's DegreeComputer Information Systems: Criminal Justice Cyber Forensics Option
The Computer Information Systems combines information technology fundamentals and information systems security with an in-depth look at the criminal justice system. This unique combination of skills prepares students to protect computer systems, networks, and data from modern threats while maintaining ethical and legal standards. Technical coursework aligns directly with CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ exam objectives.
CertificateComputer Information Systems: Criminal Justice Cyber Forensics Option
The Computer Information Systems combines information technology fundamentals and information systems security with an in-depth look at the criminal justice system. This unique combination of skills prepares students to protect computer systems, networks, and data from modern threats while maintaining ethical and legal standards. Technical coursework aligns directly with CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ exam objectives.
Associate's DegreeComputer Information Systems: Cyber Security Option
The Computer Information Systems: Cyber Security Option prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures.
CertificateComputer Information Systems: Cyber Security Option
The Computer Information Systems: Cyber Security Option prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures.
Associate's DegreeCulinary Arts
This degree will provide the necessary background to succeed in the Culinary Arts vocation. One and two-year certificates or the Associate of Applied Science degree are available.
CertificateCulinary Arts
This degree will provide the necessary background to succeed in the Culinary Arts vocation. One and two-year certificates or the Associate of Applied Science degree are available.
Associate's DegreeDigital Communication
The Digital Communications program prepares students to meet the growing demand for skilled digital communicators across all industries. The program prepares students for careers in content creation, marketing, media production, public relations, and more. An Associate of Applied Science degree and a certificate is available and can be paired with any degree to enhance career opportunities.
CertificateDigital Communication
The Digital Communications program prepares students to meet the growing demand for skilled digital communicators across all industries. The program prepares students for careers in content creation, marketing, media production, public relations, and more. An Associate of Applied Science degree and a certificate is available and can be paired with any degree to enhance career opportunities.
Associate's DegreeEmergency Medical Technology
A licensed Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic is a trained person who responds to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured, stabilizes patients, and transports them to a medical facility. A career ladder in Emergency Medical Technology has been established which would enable the student to stop at any level with job skills or progress to the associate degree as a Paramedic.
CertificateEmergency Medical Technology
A licensed Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic is a trained person who responds to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured, stabilizes patients, and transports them to a medical facility. A career ladder in Emergency Medical Technology has been established which would enable the student to stop at any level with job skills or progress to the associate degree as a Paramedic.
Associate's DegreeEngineering
Associate's DegreeEngineering Technology
This Associate of Science (A.S.) with engineering technology emphasis degree is a specialized transfer degree designed for entry into an engineering baccalaureate degree. The courses have been carefully planned and are the result of an agreement between Jefferson College and the Missouri State University (MSU) Mechanical Engineering Technology Program to ensure these classes will transfer to Missouri State University (MSU).
Associate's DegreeHealth Information Technology
The two-year Health Information Technology (HIT) program is dedicated to producing competent health care professionals. The HIT curriculum includes general education courses, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, medical terminology, legal aspects of health care, health care statistics, health care privacy and security, medical coding, electronic health records, and practical experience in approved health care facilities.
CertificateHealth Information Technology
The two-year Health Information Technology (HIT) program is dedicated to producing competent health care professionals. The HIT curriculum includes general education courses, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, medical terminology, legal aspects of health care, health care statistics, health care privacy and security, medical coding, electronic health records, and practical experience in approved health care facilities.
Associate's DegreeHeating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Technology
This curriculum prepares students for employment as installers and maintenance mechanics in the rapidly growing and increasingly technical field of heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning.
CertificateHeating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Technology
This curriculum prepares students for employment as installers and maintenance mechanics in the rapidly growing and increasingly technical field of heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning.
Associate's DegreeLaw Enforcement
The curriculum Law Enforcement is designed for those who plan to seek employment with public and private agencies concerned with maintaining public safety. Participants in the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy earn this degree.
CertificateLaw Enforcement
The curriculum Law Enforcement is designed for those who plan to seek employment with public and private agencies concerned with maintaining public safety. Participants in the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy earn this degree.
Associate's DegreeMusic
The Associate of Fine Arts in Music (A.F.A.) is designed as a specialized transfer degree for entry into a Fine Arts baccalaureate degree program. This degree involves changes in the traditional general education requirements resulting in differences across the traditional disciplines of the arts and sciences from the minimum 42 credit hours in General Education for the A.A. transferable degree with CORE 42 completion.
Associate's DegreeNursing
The Bi-level Nursing Program admits beginning nursing students to Level I / PN each fall in the day program (1 year) and each spring in the evening/weekend program (2 years). Successful completion of Level II / RN leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree and application for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
Associate's DegreePhysical Therapist Assistant
Associate's DegreePractical Nursing
The Bi-level Nursing Program admits beginning nursing students to Level I / PN each fall in the day program (1 year) and each spring in the evening/weekend program (2 years). Successful completion of Level I / PN leads to certification and application for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
CertificatePrecision Machining Technology
In the Precision Machining Technology program, students will learn computerized machining in industrial manufacturing, which is the key to providing high precision and intricate machined metal parts into the world's growing demand for extremely technical design. Graduates will be prepared to enter careers as CNC Operators, CNC Programmers, CNC Set-up, CNC Machinists, Manufacturing Technicians, and Research and Development Technicians.
CertificatePrecision Machining Technology
In the Precision Machining Technology program, students will learn computerized machining in industrial manufacturing, which is the key to providing high precision and intricate machined metal parts into the world's growing demand for extremely technical design. Graduates will be prepared to enter careers as CNC Operators, CNC Programmers, CNC Set-up, CNC Machinists, Manufacturing Technicians, and Research and Development Technicians.
Associate's DegreeRadiologic Technology
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology prepares graduates to perform x-ray examinations in a wide variety of settings. The radiographer applies complex techniques to create radiographic images used to diagnose health problems. Upon completion of the program, the graduate is eligible for certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
CertificateRadiologic Technology
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology prepares graduates to perform x-ray examinations in a wide variety of settings. The radiographer applies complex techniques to create radiographic images used to diagnose health problems. Upon completion of the program, the graduate is eligible for certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Associate's DegreeVeterinary Technology
The Veterinary Technology Program combines the study of college-level general education courses and extensive coursework in science and animal health theory and practice designed to prepare graduates for careers as registered veterinary technicians. Acceptance into the program is competitive; the Veterinary Technology Admission Committee evaluates applicants.
Associate's DegreeWelding Technology
The Welding Technology Program combines advanced welding training and related technical courses designed to prepare students for employment as welders, welder-fitters, specialist welders, or ultimately, welding supervisors, analysts, inspectors, and welding technicians. The American Welding Society standards are stressed.
CertificateWelding Technology
The Welding Technology Program combines advanced welding training and related technical courses designed to prepare students for employment as welders, welder-fitters, specialist welders, or ultimately, welding supervisors, analysts, inspectors, and welding technicians. The American Welding Society standards are stressed.
Associate's Degree