New Mexico State University-Alamogordo

Accounting - Certificate of Completion

This certificate prepares students with skills in accounting principles and knowledge, and provides the basic foundations for employment in accounting occupations.

Allied Health - Associate of Science

The Associate of Science Degree in Allied Health (ASAH) prepares students by offering and providing two healthcare career pathways. Pathway one (Option 1) prepares students for a Nursing Assistant and a career as a Phlebotomist Technician or an Electrocardiogram Technician. Pathway two (Option 2) prepares students for entry into the NMSU School of Nursing (NMSU SON) 4-year Bachelor of Nursing program.

Arts - Associate of Arts

The Associate of Arts Degree allows students to complete general education requirements for most bachelor degree programs. It represents the completion of the first two years of most bachelor degree programs in the College of Arts and Sciences at New Mexico State University.

Automotive and Hybrid Technology - Associate of Applied Science

The Automotive and Hybrid Technology program is designed for students who intend to enter the automotive workforce, establish a commercial business in the automotive field, and/or to prepare for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification.

Automotive Diagnostic Specialist - Certificate of Completion

Designed for students who intend to become efficient in the advanced diagnosis of automotive systems to include electrical, engine, drivability, and vehicle computer network control systems.

Business Leadership - Certificate of Completion

The Business Leadership Certificate prepares students in leadership roles in the workplace or in community organizations.

Business Management (Accounting) - Associate of Applied Science

The Business Management program is designed to prepare students for entry-level supervisory or management positions or entrepreneurship opportunities. A broad-based business foundation in accounting, general management, and marketing along with practical application, technology and general education courses, prepares students for a wide range of careers.

Business Management (General Management) - Associate of Applied Science

The Business Management program is designed to prepare students for entry-level supervisory or management positions or entrepreneurship opportunities. A broad-based business foundation in accounting, general management, and marketing along with practical application, technology and general education courses, prepares students for a wide range of careers.

Business Management (Marketing) - Associate of Applied Science

The Business Management program is designed to prepare students for entry-level supervisory or management positions or entrepreneurship opportunities. A broad-based business foundation in accounting, general management, and marketing along with practical application, technology and general education courses, prepares students for a wide range of careers.

Computer Science - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science requires 60 credit hours of study including 29 credit hours of Computer Science. The AAS in CS prepares the student for employment in fields that necessitate critical thinking and computer programming skills. Upon completion, a graduate will be well-qualified for employment in a computer-oriented field.

Criminal Justice - Associate in Criminal Justice

The Associate degree in Criminal Justice prepares students for careers in the diverse and challenging field of Criminal Justice including Law Enforcement, Adult Corrections, Juvenile Correction, Adult and Juvenile Probation and Parole, Private Investigations, and Security. After graduation students will have the education needed to help their application for entry level employment stand out as well as improved promotion opportunities in the career field.

Digital Photographic Technology - Certificate of Completion

The Digital Photographic Technology Certificate of Completion will prepare students to work in the photographic field. The courses required for the certificate provide a variety of necessary skills for photography enthusiasts. The primary focus is on training students in professional level digital photography and the use of Adobe Photoshop. The university has a professionally equipped photo studio that supports instruction in studio portraiture and product photography.

Early Childhood Development - Certificate of Completion

Early Childhood Education - Associate in Early Childhood Education

The Early Childhood program is designed to prepare highly qualified students to become teachers, assistant teachers, or family day care providers in professional child care for children ages birth through eight years. Students may choose to continue their education at any four-year institution in New Mexico. Students in the Early Childhood Education program will gain a broad understanding of the specific needs of young children and develop strategies for meeting those needs.

Education (Elementary) - Associate in Education

The Associate degree in Education is designed to prepare the student for work as a teacher's aide, substitute teacher, or other paraprofessional in elementary or secondary schools. The curriculum is also designed for maximum application of credits to the Teacher Education Program (TEP) at NMSU for those students planning to complete the Bachelor's Degree in Education. Students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Education must apply to the Teacher Education Program (TEP).

Education (Secondary Math) - Associate in Education

The Associate degree in Education is designed to prepare the student for work as a teacher's aide, substitute teacher, or other paraprofessional in elementary or secondary schools. The curriculum is also designed for maximum application of credits to the Teacher Education Program (TEP) at NMSU for those students planning to complete the Bachelor's Degree in Education. Students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Education must apply to the Teacher Education Program (TEP).

Education (Secondary Science) - Associate in Education

The Associate degree in Education is designed to prepare the student for work as a teacher's aide, substitute teacher, or other paraprofessional in elementary or secondary schools. The curriculum is also designed for maximum application of credits to the Teacher Education Program (TEP) at NMSU for those students planning to complete the Bachelor's Degree in Education. Students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Education must apply to the Teacher Education Program (TEP).

Electrocardiogram Technician - Certificate of Achievement

The Electrocardiogram Technician Certificate of Achievement prepares students for employment as an Electrocardiogram Technician and includes basic theory of the cardiovascular system, cardiac rhythm interpretation, 12 lead ECG lead placement, and ECG equipment trouble shooting. Upon successful completion of the certificate, the student has met the requirements for eligibility to test through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) to become a certified ECG Technician (CET).

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Intermediate - Associate of Applied Science

The Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate degree prepares the student to transfer to a 4-year Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Service degree. Emergency Medical Services Licensure: After successful completion of the EMT Basic course, students who are 18 years old are eligible to take the National Registry written examination and are eligible to apply for New Mexico State EMT-Basic Licensure.

Engineering Technology (Biomedical Equipment) - Associate of Applied Science

The Biomedical Equipment Technology concentration provides skills and training for students to become Biomedical Equipment Technicians. They install, maintain, and repair medical equipment. Employment opportunities are available in hospitals, medical equipment manufacturing/service corporations, doctor's offices, and other facilities that use medical equipment.

Engineering Technology (Electronics) - Associate of Applied Science

The Electronics Technology concentration prepares graduates for entry- level positions in the electronics industry. Employment opportunities include careers in research and development, operational support of electronic instrumentation systems, computer and network infrastructures, manufacturing, and communication industries. Electronic technicians develop, manufacture, and service electronic equipment using measuring and diagnostic equipment.

Engine Performance and Transmission Specialist - Certificate of Completion

Designed for students who intend to become efficient in the maintenance and repair associated with the several critical aspects of the automotive industry.

Fine Arts - Associate in Fine Arts

The Associate in Fine Arts Degree provides the first two years of a four- year curriculum for students who wish to explore and learn about studio art, including art history, painting, ceramics, sculpture, photography, and drawing. This degree offers an emphasis in creative problem-solving that is required in most career fields and provides students with a variety of experiences in two dimensional and three- dimensional studio art.

General Engineering - Associate of Science

The General Engineering program prepares the student for transfer to a four-year institution to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. The first four semesters of classes are common throughout the various engineering fields. The student must work closely with a faculty advisor to select the best options for a successful transition to the four-year institution of his/her choice.

General Management - Certificate of Completion

This certificate prepares students with skills in management principles and knowledge, and provides the basic foundations for employment in management occupations.

Graphic Design - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design degree and certificate programs are designed to give students the skills they need for a career in the continually expanding graphic design industry. The courses required for this degree are centered in digital art and technology, business, and marketing. Students begin by learning the basic principles of art and design as they train in the use of industry standard software to advance their skills.

Graphic Design - Certificate of Completion

The Graphic Design certificate will prepare students for entry level employment in a broad range of industries.

Information Technology - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology is designed to provide the training and skills required for employment in the Information Technology (IT) career field. The expanding computer service industry offers numerous employment opportunities as it is one of the nation's fastest-growing job sectors. Information technologists are responsible for installing, maintaining, administering, and managing computer networks.

Legal Assistant - Certificate of Completion

The Legal Assistant Certificate prepares students in basic legal office skills. The courses apply to the Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies.

Licensed Practical Nurse - Certificate of Completion

The Certificate of Completion in Licensed Practical Nurse prepares students to become skilled practical nurses (LPNs) who are essential in providing direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses and physicians. LPNs play a critical role in monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, assisting with daily living activities, and providing emotional support to patients and families.

Marketing - Certificate of Completion

This certificate prepares students with skills in marketing principles and knowledge, and provides the basic foundations for people seeking employment in entry-level marketing positions and local business owners who want to learn how to better market their own products, services, and businesses.

Medical Assistant - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science Medical Assistant (AASMA) prepares students to be workforce ready by offering and providing a health career pathway that prepares students to work as medical assistants in healthcare provider offices, hospitals, outpatient clinics and other healthcare facilities. The program of study includes knowledge, skills, and office management, and medical assisting.

Medical Office Administration & Management - Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the certificate, the student has met the requirements for eligibility to test through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) to become a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA).

Nurse Aide Theory & Lab - Certificate of Achievement

The Nursing Aide Theory & Lab Certificate of Achievement prepares students for employment as a nursing assistant/nurse aide and includes nurse aide skills with a bio-psychosocial-cultural approach to client care. Upon successful completion of the certificate, the student has met all requirements to take the NACES certification examination.

Nursing - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing prepares students to become Registered Nurses (RNs) who provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings. The program integrates theoretical learning with clinical practice, allowing students to develop the knowledge, skills, and professionalism necessary to deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care.

Paralegal Studies - Associate of Applied Science

The Paralegal Studies and Legal Assistant programs both prepare student for careers in the legal profession. Paralegals are skilled professionals who perform substantive legal tasks under the supervision of a licensed attorney.

Phlebotomist Technician - Certificate of Achievement

The Certificate of Achievement in Phlebotomy prepares students for employment as a Phlebotomist Technician and includes skills with a bio- psychosocial-cultural approach to client care. Upon successful completion of the certificate, the student has met all requirements for eligibility to test through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

Prebusiness - Associate in Prebusiness

Students who earn this degree will have completed the first two years of any four-year business degree offered at the NMSU Las Cruces campus. This program provides the basics in accounting and economics. Students should see an Academic Advisor for bachelor's degree requirements.

Science - Associate of Science

The Associate of Science degree represents the completion of the first two years of several bachelor's degree programs related to the sciences. In order to be awarded an Associate of Science degree, the student must earn at least 28 credits in laboratory sciences to meet 60 credits.

Social Work - Associate of Social Services

The Associate degree in Social Work is designed to prepare students for careers in social service or community health agencies as paraprofessionals. In addition, because of the large New Mexico Common Core component, the degree also helps prepare the student for a successful transition into a bachelor's program in Social Work or other majors.

Studio Art - Certificate of Completion

The Certificate of Completion in Studio Art provides students with the opportunity to advance their creative skills and helps equip them for a career in studio art. The curriculum encourages individual creativity and expression while emphasizing the development of basic studio skills through a variety of art studio courses including painting, ceramics, sculpture, photography, and drawing.

Welding - Certificate of Completion

The Welding Certificiate prepares students for a career as a welder in the areas of maintenance, construction, manufacturing, or to further their education toward a four-year degree program. Emphasizes the development of real, hands-on welding, layout, and fitting skills with extensive exposure to welding principles and practices.