Oregon Coast Community College

Accelerated Accounting

Accounting

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) provides basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. AEMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight, performing interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The AEMT is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system.

Aquarium Science

Students may earn a Certificate of Completion in Aquarium Science by successfully completing the required 53 credit hours with a grade of C or better in all courses. This option is only open to individuals who possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a life science related discipline such as Biology, Zoology, Marine Biology, Ecology, or similar area.

Aquarium Science

The Aquarium Science Program offers a comprehensive two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and a one-year Certificate that is open only to individuals who already possess a Bachelor's degree in a life science area. Both the Certificate and the AAS provide theory and practical experience designed to prepare students for a career in aquatic animal husbandry.

Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree is an opportunity for students to complete lower division degree requirements at OCCC. Any student having the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree recognized on an official college transcript will have met the lower division general education requirements of baccalaureate degree programs of any institution in the Oregon University System. Students transferring under this agreement will have junior status for registration purposes.

Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer in Elementary Education

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer-Elementary Education (AAOT-ELEMED) degree is designed for students planning to transfer credits to an Oregon public university and seek entry into that institution's education program. Students completing the AAOT-ELEMED will have met the lower-division General Education requirements of an Oregon public university's baccalaureate degree program. Students transferring will have junior status for registration purposes.

Associate of General Studies

The Associate of General Studies degree is designed for students wishing to acquire a broad education, rather than pursue a specific college major or career technical program. Because of the flexibility of this degree, it may not fulfill requirements for transfer to a four-year institution.

Associate of Science Oregon Transfer in Business

The Associate of Science Oregon Transfer-Business (ASOT-BUS) degree is designed for students planning to transfer credits to an Oregon public university and seek entry into that institution's Business program. Students completing the ASOT-BUS will have met the lower-division General Education requirements of an Oregon public university's baccalaureate degree program. Students transferring will have junior status for registration purposes.

Associate of Science Transfer in Computer Science

The Associate of Science Transfer in Computer Science (AST-CS) degree is designed for students planning to transfer credits to an Oregon public university and seek entry into that institution's Computer Science program. Students completing the AST-CS will have met the lower-division General Education requirements of an Oregon public university's baccalaureate degree program.

Business Applications

Core coursework includes professional communication, human resources, management, computer skills, marketing, sales, accounting, and project management, which are called out specifically in the specialized skills for managers in Lincoln County. This three course, 12-credit, Career Pathway Certificate is fully contained within both the Associate of Applied Science in Accounting and the Associate of Science Oregon Transfer (Business) degrees currently offered by OCCC.

Early Childhood Education

OCCC offers a Career Pathway's Certificate in early childhood education for those interested in working with children and families. The Early Childhood Education (ECE) program prepares teachers and home care providers of young children, ages birth through five, to plan environments, develop suitable learning experiences, and work closely with families in childhood care and education contexts.

Entry-Level Accounting

Introduction to Shipbuilding and Repair Level I

Minimum 12 Credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements. The Introduction to Shipbuilding and Repair Level I Certificate is a Career Pathway Certificate. All courses are contained in the Shipbuilding and Repair Level II Certificate.

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistants (MA) are integral members of the healthcare team who work directly with patients and providers such as doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. OCCC's Medical Assisting Certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in a physician's clinic or a variety of other healthcare settings. Program graduates will have the academic, administrative, and clinical skills necessary to obtain employment as a medical assistant.

Nursing

Oregon Coast Community College's Registered Nursing (RN) program will equip you to aid clients, individuals, families, and communities to promote health, recover from acute illness, or manage chronic disease. OCCC's Nursing program is approved by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN). In this program, you will learn the knowledge and skills required for an entry-level nursing job as a registered nurse.

Practical Nursing

This program's purpose is to prepare the student for a certificate in Practical Nursing (PN), which meets the educational requirements for the national exam for PN licensure (NCLEX-PN). PNs work under the supervision of RNs to provide care and treatment of injured, ill, disabled, convalescent, and terminally ill clients.

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Level I

Minimum 12 Credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements. The Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Level I Certificate is a Career Pathway Certificate. All courses are contained in the Shipbuilding and Repair Level II Certificate.

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Level II

Minimum 12 Credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements. The Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Level II Certificate is a Career Pathway Certificate. All courses are contained in the Shipbuilding and Repair Level II Certificate.

Shipbuilding and Repair Level II

The Shipbuilding and Repair Level II Certificate of Completion prepares students for careers in welding involving stick, MIG, and Flux Core Arc welding. One place where these skills are in high demand is in the maritime industry. Shipyards and ship repair facilities are expanding throughout the West Coast and along coastal river systems, and welding skills can be employed at port facilities, on ships at sea, and on oil rigs.

Wire Feed Welding

Minimum 12 Credits. Students must meet all certificate requirements. The Wire Feed Welding Certificate is a Career Pathway Certificate. All courses are contained in the Shipbuilding and Repair Level II Certificate.