Mid-Plains Community College

Accounting, AAS

The Mid-Plains Community College Associate of Applied Science in Business with an emphasis in Accounting prepares students for various entry-level positions in the field of accounting.

Accounting Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Administrative Assistant, AAS

The Mid-Plains Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business with an emphasis in Administrative Assistant is a two-year program that prepares students to be administrative assistants. Students develop skills in communication, general and specific office tasks, and computer applications. Upon completing the program students would have the necessary skills to work in a variety of business settings.

Agribusiness, AAS

The Mid-Plains Community College Associate of Applied Science in Business with an emphasis in Agribusiness program will give you the skills necessary to work in a variety of agricultural-related businesses. The program encompasses the technologies of agriculture and business, management and production. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to start your career in a wide variety of ag-related business environments.

Agribusiness Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Agriculture, AAS (Diesel)

The Agriculture program will allow students to gain the practical skills and valuable knowledge necessary for multiple areas of agriculture focusing on applied agriculture. Options available to the students include an Associate of Applied Science Degree with emphases in Diesel or Welding.

Agriculture, AAS (Welding)

The Agriculture program will allow students to gain the practical skills and valuable knowledge necessary for multiple areas of agriculture focusing on applied agriculture. Options available to the students include an Associate of Applied Science Degree with emphases in Diesel or Welding.

Associate Degree Nursing, ADN

Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) classes start in August. The ADN program has a selective admission process. Approval for admission will be granted by the Faculty Organization in the ADN program. The application deadline for fall classes is due to the nursing department by January 15th. Applicants who have met all admission requirements and have been selected by the Faculty Organization will be notified by March 1st of their acceptance into the August class.

Associate of Arts

Associate of Fine Arts

Students should choose program requirements based on one of the tracks below to complete a minimum of 60 hours. Courses can be selected from the following disciplines: Art, Theater, and Music. Students should visit with an advisor for discipline specific options.

Associate of General Studies

Associate of Science

Auto Body Technology, AAS

The Auto Body Technology program provides students with the basic knowledge and skills for all phases of the auto body industry using the latest equipment and training materials. Options available to the students include an Associate of Applied Science Degree, Diploma-45 Credit Hours, or a Basic Auto Body Certificate.

Auto Body Technology Diploma

The Diploma-45 Credit Hours option is for students who want technical knowledge and experience in the Auto Body field. Students must 42 Auto Body Technology, AAS complete the 45 credit hours of the Auto Body Program courses listed below for the fall, spring, and summer terms.

Automotive Chassis Certificate

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician. Electronics and computerization are emphasized to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry. Award options include an Associate of Applied Science degree and five certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical Repair, Transmission & Drive Line, Suspension & Alignment, Tune-up and Automotive Technology).

Automotive Technology, AAS

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician. Electronics and computerization are emphasized to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry. Award options include an Associate of Applied Science degree and five certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical Repair, Transmission & Drive Line, Suspension & Alignment, Tune-up and Automotive Technology).

Automotive Technology Certificate

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician. Electronics and computerization are emphasized to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry. Award options include an Associate of Applied Science degree and five certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical Repair, Transmission & Drive Line, Suspension & Alignment, Tune-up and Automotive Technology).

Automotive Technology Diploma

The 55 credit hour Diploma option is for students who want technical knowledge and experience in the Automotive Technology field. Students must complete at least 55 credit hours of the Automotive Technology Program courses listed below for the 1st year and 2nd year terms.

Basic Auto Body Certificate

The Basic Auto Body Certificate is awarded to students who complete courses offered in the fall semester for a total of 17 credit hours.

Basic Engine & Electrical Certificate

The Diesel Technology Program provides training in engine design and overhaul, electrical systems, air brake systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, diesel fuel and control systems, transmissions and axles, and metals and welding. Students have the option of an Associate of Applied Science Degree or certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical, Powertrain, Fuel Systems, and Diesel Technology).

Basic Engine & Electrical Repair Certificate

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician. Electronics and computerization are emphasized to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry. Award options include an Associate of Applied Science degree and five certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical Repair, Transmission & Drive Line, Suspension & Alignment, Tune-up and Automotive Technology).

Building Construction Technology, AAS

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Students may earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, Diploma - 45.5 Credit Hours, or certificates (Framing and Exterior Construction and Building Construction).

Building Construction Technology Certificate

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Students may earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, Diploma - 45.5 Credit Hours, or certificates (Framing and Exterior Construction and Building Construction).

Building Construction Technology Diploma

The 45.5 credit hour Diploma option is for students who want technical knowledge and experience in the Building Construction field. Students must complete at least 45.5 credit hours of the Building Construction Technology Program courses listed below for the 1st year and 2nd year terms.

Building Construction Technology Framing & Exterior Construction Certificate

The Building Construction Technology Program provides skills and training necessary for employment in the areas of residential and light commercial construction. Students may earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, Diploma - 45.5 Credit Hours, or certificates (Framing and Exterior Construction and Building Construction).

Business Administration, AAS

The Mid-Plains Community College Associate of Applied Science in Business with an emphasis in Business Administration program is designed to prepare students for a career in business administration. The program will prepare students in the fundamentals, principles, techniques and skills essential to the theory and effective practice of business.

Business Administration Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Business/Office Technology Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Business/Office Technology Diploma

The 36-37 credit hour Business/Office Technology Diploma meets the needs of employees in the clerical field by developing specific skills to assure job-entry competency.

Customer Service/Help Desk Certificate

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers. Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management.

Customization & Restoration Diploma

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician. Electronics and computerization are emphasized to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry. Award options include an Associate of Applied Science degree and five certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical Repair, Transmission & Drive Line, Suspension & Alignment, Tune-up and Automotive Technology).

Dental Assisting, AAS

The Dental Assisting Program is an 11-month course of study leading to a diploma in dental assisting. Students have the option of completing an A.A.S. Degree. The purpose of the program is to prepare graduates to aid the dentist at the chair side during examination and treatment of patients. Dental assistants may perform supportive laboratory and business office procedures.

Dental Assisting Diploma

The Dental Assisting Program is an 11-month course of study leading to a diploma in dental assisting. Students have the option of completing an A.A.S. Degree. The purpose of the program is to prepare graduates to aid the dentist at the chair side during examination and treatment of patients. Dental assistants may perform supportive laboratory and business office procedures.

Diesel Technology, AAS

The Diesel Technology Program provides training in engine design and overhaul, electrical systems, air brake systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, diesel fuel and control systems, transmissions and axles, and metals and welding. Students have the option of an Associate of Applied Science Degree or certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical, Powertrain, Fuel Systems, and Diesel Technology).

Diesel Technology Diploma

The 51.5 credit hour Diploma option is for students who want technical knowledge and experience in the Diesel Technology field. Students must complete at least 51.5 credit hours of the Diesel Technology Program courses listed below for the 1st year and 2nd year terms.

Early Childhood Education, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science Degree Program in Early Childhood Education is designed for students wishing to work with children from birth to 8 years of age in a variety of settings using developmentally appropriate practice and adhering to the professional code of ethics established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Early Childhood Education Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree Program in Early Childhood Education is designed for students wishing to work with children from birth to 8 years of age in a variety of settings using developmentally appropriate practice and adhering to the professional code of ethics established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Early Childhood Education Diploma

The Associate of Applied Science Degree Program in Early Childhood Education is designed for students wishing to work with children from birth to 8 years of age in a variety of settings using developmentally appropriate practice and adhering to the professional code of ethics established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Electrical Automation Control, AAS

The Electrical Automation Control Program is designed specifically for those in the field. By enrolling in this program, students will be looking to further their careers in manufacturing. This program will be offered in a hybrid format. Lecture would take place during the week online utilizing the college's learning management system. Students would come to campus in North Platte on Fridays for the lab portion of the courses.

Electrical Technology, AAS

The Electrical Technology Program provides students the opportunity to gain technical knowledge and experience in residential and commercial wiring phases of the electrical industry. Training is in basic electricity, blueprint reading, motors, motor controls, programmable logic controls, and the National Electrical Code. Students 2026 - 2027 MPCC Catalog 63 experience hands-on work, including actual residential and commercial wiring installation.

Electrical Technology Diploma

Diploma option is for students who want only "hands-on" training in the Electrical Technology field. Students must complete the 45 credit hours of the Electrical Technology Program courses listed below for the fall, spring, and summer terms.

Electronics and Drivability Certificate

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician. Electronics and computerization are emphasized to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry. Award options include an Associate of Applied Science degree and five certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical Repair, Transmission & Drive Line, Suspension & Alignment, Tune-up and Automotive Technology).

Emergency Medical Services, AAS

The Paramedic Program is designed to prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. The Paramedic provides care to emergency patients in an out-of-hospital setting. In addition to providing initial emergency treatment, the emerging roles and responsibilities of the Paramedic also include public education, health promotion and participation in injury and illness prevention programs.

Emergency Medical Services Diploma

Students will be awarded a Diploma upon satisfactorily completing the specific program requirements listed below.

Entrepreneurship, AAS

The Mid-Plains Community College Associate of Applied Science in Business with an Entrepreneurship emphasis, will prepare students to develop the insight needed to create entrepreneurial opportunities and have the necessary skills to manage them after development. Upon completion, graduates should have the knowledge and skills needed to assess new enterprise opportunities, obtain financial resources, market and start new ventures and manage entrepreneurial ventures for growth and profitability.

Entrepreneurship Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Fuel Systems Certificate

The Diesel Technology Program provides training in engine design and overhaul, electrical systems, air brake systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, diesel fuel and control systems, transmissions and axles, and metals and welding. Students have the option of an Associate of Applied Science Degree or certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical, Powertrain, Fuel Systems, and Diesel Technology).

Graphic Design/Visual Communications, AAS

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree. Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills.

Graphic Design/Visual Communications Diploma

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree. Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology, AAS

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Program prepares students for skilled positions installing and servicing heating and cooling systems. Students receive intensive training in labs to apply lecture material to practical situations. An Associate of Applied Science Degree, a 45-credit hour Diploma or Certificates (Furnace, Heat Pump, or Air Conditioning) are options available to the students.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Air Conditioning Certificate

The Air Conditioning Certificate provides limited educational opportunity to enhance a student's skill and ability in this speciality area by completing the following required classes.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Diploma

The Diploma is intended for students who want hands-on skills and job knowledge for service and installation employment. Students will complete the required courses for the fall, spring and summer terms of the HVAC program for a total of 45 semester credit hours. Students seeking the Diploma option should plan on 8 credit hours for internships for this award.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Furnace Certificate

The Furnace Certificate provides limited educational opportunity to enhance a student's skill and ability in this speciality area by completing the following required classes.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Heat Pump Certificate

The Heat Pump Certificate provides limited educational opportunity to enhance a student's skill and ability in this speciality area by completing the following required classes.

Leadership Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Logistics, AAS

The Mid-Plains Community College Associate of Applied Science in Business with an emphasis in Logistics/Materials Management option is designed to prepare you to manage and coordinate all logistical functions in an enterprise.

Logistics Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Medical Administrative Assistant, AAS

The Mid-Plains Community College Associate of Applied Science in Business - Medical Administrative Assistant Emphasis is a two-year program that provides specialized training in medical office technology including medical terminology, scheduling, billing, insurance, transcription and office management. Students will also develop skills in communication, general and specific office tasks, and computer applications.

Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business offers seven areas of emphasis: accounting, administrative assistant, agribusiness, business administration, entrepreneurship, logistics, and medical administrative assistant. This two-year degree provides necessary business and interpersonal skills to succeed in the job market, including leadership, listening, team membership and communication skills.

Medical Coding and Billing Certificate

The 18 credit hour Medical Coding and Billing Certificate meets the needs of employees in the medical billing and coding field by developing specific skills to assure job-entry competency.

Medical Laboratory Technician, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program is designed to prepare students for employment in medical, clinical, research and public health laboratories. The technician collects or receives patient specimens, performs many general laboratory tests, records data, and reports results to physicians to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Multimedia Design Certificate

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree. Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills.

Music Certificate

Students can complete the courses below to earn a certificate in Music.

Network Technology Certificate

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers. Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management.

Network Technology Diploma

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers. Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management.

PC Support Certificate

The Information Technology Program provides sufficient education and training to enable graduates to procure entry-level positions in the information technology field and provides adequate applied instruction to meet the training and retraining needs of employers. Information Technology (IT) is a broad and expanding field of applied science encompassing parts of many disciplines that relate to information processing and management.

PC Support / Network Technology, AAS

Information Technology refers to an entire industry involved in the use of computers and software to manage information. In a large company the information technology department might be responsible for storing information, protecting information, processing the information, transmitting the information as necessary and later retrieving information as necessary.

PC Support Services Diploma

This specialization is designed to provide graduates with skills necessary to troubleshoot and implement a course of action necessary to solve customer hardware and software problems.

Power Train Certificate

The Diesel Technology Program provides training in engine design and overhaul, electrical systems, air brake systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, diesel fuel and control systems, transmissions and axles, and metals and welding. Students have the option of an Associate of Applied Science Degree or certificates (Basic Engine & Electrical, Powertrain, Fuel Systems, and Diesel Technology).

Practical Nursing Diploma

Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) classes start in August. The LPN program has a selective admission process. Approval for admission will be granted by the Faculty Organization in the LPN program. The application deadline for fall classes is due to the nursing department by January 15th. Applicants who have met all admission requirements and have been selected by the Faculty Organization will be notified by March 1st of their acceptance into the August class.

Print Design Certificate

The purpose of the Graphic Design/Visual Communications program is to prepare students for the job market after graduation in two years with an Associate of Applied Science degree. Graphic design courses include a blend of design theory with software skills as students create visual solutions for print and multimedia applications, such as video, animation, and web design for a variety of target audiences. The program also integrates graphic design skills with business skills.

Radiologic Technology, AAS

Mid-Plains Community College in conjunction with Southeast Community College offers the Radiologic Technology program. The program prepares students for careers in performing diagnostic imaging procedures. It teaches the use of radiation to produce images of the human body for diagnostic purposes. An integral part of the program is supervised clinical practice at health care facilities.

Respiratory Therapy, AAS

Mid-Plains Community College in conjunction with Southeast Community College offers an associate of applied science degree in Respiratory Care at its Lincoln Campus. In West Central Nebraska, Southeast Community College makes the program available in cooperation with Mid-Plains Community College. General education and academic support courses are provided by Mid- Plains Community College.

Surgical Technology, AAS

Mid-Plains Community College in conjunction with Southeast Community College offers the Surgical Technology program. The program provides a planned course of classroom study and clinical experience. The classroom study encompasses many facets of the operating room, such as operating room techniques, care and handling of instruments and equipment, principles of asepsis and an extensive study of surgical procedures. The course includes clinical experience with a surgical team at a hospital.

Welding Technology, AAS

Welding Technology is a program that leads to a Diploma or Associate of Applied Science Degree for employment opportunities in the welding/ machine shop field. The program provides the skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level job production welding or job shop employment upon graduation. 80 Welding Technology Diploma Students may enter at different stages of readiness and progress according to his/her abilities and efforts.

Welding Technology Diploma

The Diploma is intended for students wanting to gain hands-on welding skills and knowledge to enter the welding industry. Students complete the 45 semester credit hours of program specific welding classes listed below.