Panola College

Accounting

The Accounting Certificate prepares students for entry-level bookkeeping, accounting (accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, etc.), data entry, auditing, and tax preparation positions. Hours earned on this basic certificate may be applied toward the Office Professional and General Business degrees.

Accounting (Occupational Skills Award)

Administrative Assistant

Individuals who are already in the workforce or who need to gain workplace skills may want to consider the Administrative Assistant certificate. This certificate focuses more narrowly on job training and can be completed in two semesters. Hours earned on this certificate may be applied toward the Office Professional Associate of Applied Science degree.

Advanced Electrical Specialist

The Advanced Electrical Specialist program is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in industrial electrical systems and automation. The curriculum builds on foundational electrical knowledge with focused training in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motors and transformers, advanced electrical concepts, and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.

Advanced Pipe Welding

Agriculture

The Agriculture area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Agriculture. The Associate of Science is the award associated with this plan and is a total of 60 hours.

Art

The Art area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Art.

Associate Degree Nursing, Traditional (Leading to RN)

The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is a "closed" program and requires additional application and acceptance into the program. The ADN Traditional program can be completed in four semesters after prerequisite courses are completed. This program is taught over 24 months with summers off.

Basic Welding

Biology

The Biology area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Biology. The Associate of Science is the award associated with this plan and is a total of 60 hours.

Business Administration

The following suggested degree plan with an emphasis in Business prepares students for transfer to colleges and universities that offer bachelor degrees in various areas of business. Students interested in careers in business that are planning to major in accounting, business administration, finance, international business, management, or marketing should follow this curriculum.

Business Management

Certified Nurse Aide (RNSG transfer)

Our program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for the provision of basic care to patients in hospitals or at home and residents in long-term care facilities. The program offers the information necessary for nurse aides to provide nursing-related activities in a compassionate, competent, caring manner as valuable members of the healthcare team.

Certified Nurse Aide (VNSG transfer)

Our program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for the provision of basic care to patients in hospitals or at home and residents in long-term care facilities. The program offers the information necessary for nurse aides to provide nursing-related activities in a compassionate, competent, caring manner as a valuable members of the healthcare team.

Chemistry

The Chemistry area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Chemistry. The Associate of Science is the award associated with this plan and is a total of 60 hours.

Clinical/Medical Assistant

Courses in Medical Assisting prepare the student to work in many different settings, such as physicians' offices, clinics, and group practices. As managed care compels physicians to contain costs and manage human resources more efficiently, the demand for medical assistants is rising.

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician

Compressor Technician

The Compressor Technician program is designed to prepare students for specialized roles in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of natural gas compression equipment. The curriculum focuses on compression systems, equipment performance, and the skills required to maintain reliable compressor operations in the field.

Computer Information Systems Security Analyst

Panola College's Computer Information Systems Security Analyst curriculum is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. Upon completion of the curriculum, students will receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree and be ready to enter a highly technical workforce.

Computer Information Systems Support Specialist

Panola College's Computer Information Systems Support Specialist curriculum is designed to equip students with basic skills in information security. Completion of the curriculum will result in a level one certificate, preparing students for an entry level position on an information security team.

Computer Information Technology

Panola College's Computer Information Technology curriculum is designed to meet the needs of individuals who need a generalized degree that will enable them to enter a highly technical workforce. The degree provides the student with an understanding of computer concepts and competence in the functional application of computer information technology.

Construction Project Scheduling

The Construction Project Scheduling occupational skills award prepares students for estimating and scheduling roles in the construction industry. This award provides foundational training in estimating construction costs and preparing schedules and reports to support construction projects.

Construction Site Supervision and Management

The Associate of Applied Science in Construction Site Supervision and Management prepares students for supervisory and management roles in the construction industry. The program develops skills in project planning, scheduling, cost control, safety compliance, leadership, and construction operations to support successful residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Construction Site Supervision and Management (Level I Certificate)

The Level I Certificate in Construction Site Supervision and Management prepares students for entry-level supervisory roles in the construction industry. The program provides foundational training in construction safety, site operations, project coordination, and leadership skills to support effective jobsite management.

Construction Site Supervision and Management (Level II Certificate)

The Level II Certificate in Construction Site Supervision and Management prepares students for advanced supervisory roles in the construction industry. The program builds on foundational skills and emphasizes project planning, scheduling, cost control, safety compliance, and leadership to support effective construction site management.

Construction Site Technician

The Construction Site Technician occupational skills award prepares students for entry-level roles in the construction industry by providing foundational training in safety, site operations, tools, and workforce skills needed to support construction projects.

Cosmetology-Nail Technician

The Nail Technology curriculum requires 600 clock hours of instruction in basic nail technology, product knowledge, application of artificial nails and instruction in anatomy, physiology, theory and related skills of nail technology. The Nail Technology program is offered ONLY on the Carthage campus, and enrollment is limited.

Cosmetology-Operator

The Operator curriculum requires 1,000 clock hours of instruction in hair cutting, chemical reformation, manicuring, facial/skin care, hair color and hairstyling. The Operator program is offered at both the Center and Carthage campuses.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Criminal Justice. Following the advising guide ensures the Criminal Justice Field of Study completion.

Cybersecurity

Digital Forensic Specialist

Panola College's Digital Forensic Specialist Advanced Technical Certificate is available to students that have already earned a degree in cyber security or a closely related field and desire to increase their skill level in the area of forensics. Students will receive training focused on identifying, acquiring, processing, analyzing, and reporting on data stored electronically.

Digital Media Design and Development

Document Production

Drama

The Drama area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Drama. The Associate of Science is the award associated with this plan and is a total of 60 hours.

Education, Teaching EC-6/4-8 Grade Levels, EC-12 Special Education

This program is designed to provide students with the first two years of a four-year degree leading to teacher certification at the EC-6, grades 4-8, or EC-12 Special Education. The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) is a specialized academic associate degree program designed to transfer in its entirety to a baccalaureate program that leads to initial Texas teacher certification.

Education, Teaching Grades 6-12, 7-12, 8-12, Other EC-12

This program is designed to provide students with the first two years of a four-year degree leading to teacher certification in a specific subject in grades 6-12, 7-12, 8-12, or EC-12 other than special education. The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree is a specialized academic associate degree designed to transfer in its entirety to a baccalaureate program that leads to initial Texas teacher certification.

Electrical and Instrumentation

The Electrical & Instrumentation program is designed to prepare students for careers in industrial electrical systems, automation, and process control. The curriculum develops a strong foundation in electrical theory, commercial wiring, and motor control, followed by advanced training in motors and transformers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation, and SCADA systems.

Electrical Helper

The Electrical Helper program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions supporting electricians in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. The curriculum provides a foundational understanding of electrical theory, wiring methods, and safety practices required on job sites.

Electrical Specialist

The Electrical Specialist program is designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in industrial electrical systems and automation. The curriculum builds a foundation in electrical theory, motor control, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs), combined with introductory instrumentation used in industrial and energy applications.

Electronic Remote Patient Monitoring

Emergency Medical Technology

The primary focus of the Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergency patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight.

Emergency Medical Technology - Basic

The primary focus of the Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergency patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight.

Emerging Practice: Remote Patient Monitoring and Quality Improvement

Engine Technician

The Engine Technician program is designed to prepare students for entry-level roles involving the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical engine systems used in industrial and energy applications. The curriculum focuses on engine fundamentals, advanced engine operation, and supporting mechanical systems.

English Language and Literature

The curriculum for English Language & Literature is the set of lower division courses that must be applied to any undergraduate English Language & Literature degree plan when a student transfers to or from any Texas public college or four-year institution. Following this advising guide ensures both completion of the Core Curriculum and the Field of Study.

General Business

The General Business certificate teaches basic business skills. Hours earned on this certificate may be applied toward the General Business degree.

General Business

This degree is for students preparing for employment in various business areas including supervisory and management roles. Students wanting to pursue a bachelor's degree in business should follow the Business Administration Field of Study.

General Office

The general office certificate prepares students for an entry-level office position and might appeal to the individual desiring to improve his or her secretarial skills. Hours earned on this basic certificate may be applied toward the Administrative Assistant certificate and the Office Professional degree.

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Health Information Technology

A Health Information Technology program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of health information administrators and other professionals, to construct medical records and clinical databases, perform manipulations on retrieved data, control the security and quality of records, and supervise data entry and technical maintenance personnel.

Health Science (Pre-Nursing Transfer)

The Associate of Science in Health Science (Pre-Nursing Transfer) is a suggested pathway to meet the bachelor of science in nursing core requirements for a Texas university. The curriculum for nursing is the set of lower division courses that must be applied to any undergraduate nursing degree plan when a student transfers to or from any Texas public college or four-year institution.

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in residential and light commercial HVAC installation, service, and troubleshooting. The curriculum emphasizes a strong foundation in electrical systems, motor control, and commercial wiring, combined with core HVAC principles and diagnostics.

History

The curriculum for History is the set of lower division courses that must be applied to any undergraduate History degree plan when a student transfers to or from any Texas public college or four-year institution. Following this advising guide ensures completion of the Core Curriculum and the Field of Study.

Industrial Communications

The Industrial Communications program is designed to prepare students for roles involving industrial networking, data acquisition, and process monitoring systems. The curriculum focuses on SCADA systems, industrial measurements, and instrumentation used to collect, transmit, and interpret operational data in industrial environments.

Intermediate Welding

Introduction to Multi-Process Pipe Welding

Introduction to Multi-Process Structural Welding

Kinesiology and Exercise Science

The Kinesiology area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Kinesiology. The Associate of Science is the award associated with this plan.

Maintenance Technician, Certificate 1

The Maintenance Technician program is designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in industrial maintenance with a focus on installation, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment used in modern industrial environments. The curriculum provides a balanced foundation in mechanical systems, electrical fundamentals, and safety practices required across multiple industries.

Maintenance Technician, Certificate 2

The Maintenance Technician program is designed to advance student skills in industrial maintenance with an emphasis on electrical systems, automation, and multi-craft competencies. The curriculum builds on foundational knowledge to develop proficiency in the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment used in industrial and energy environments.

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Mathematics

The Mathematics area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Mathematics.

Medical Assisting

Courses in Medical Assisting prepare the student to work in many different settings, such as physicians' offices, clinics, and group practices. As managed care compels physicians to contain costs and manage human resources more efficiently, the demand for medical assistants is rising.

Medical Coding Technician

Medical coding is the transformation of verbal description of diseases, injuries and procedures into alphanumeric codes. A coding technician is an individual who reviews and analyzes health records to identify relevant diagnoses and procedures for reimbursement purposes, in the assessment of clinical care and for support of medical research activity.

Microcomputer Software Operator

Microcomputer Support Specialist

Microsoft Office

This Occupational Skills Award (OSA) includes software training that addresses the heart of the Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. These courses target individuals already in the workforce, but any student may participate. Completion of these courses prepares students for employment in accordance with guidelines for the Workforce Investment Act.

Multi Disciplinary Studies

The following suggested degree plan in Multidisciplinary Studies is designed for students desiring to pursue a flexible plan for transfer to a four-year college or university. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor at their intended transfer university.

Music

The Music area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Music. Following the advising guide ensures Music Field of Study completion. Completion of the core curriculum will require additional hours.

Natural Gas Compression

The Natural Gas Compression program is designed to prepare students for careers focused on the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of compression equipment used in the natural gas industry. The curriculum emphasizes mechanical systems, electrical fundamentals, and hands-on maintenance practices.

Natural Gas Compression, Certificate 1

The Natural Gas Compression Certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in the operation and maintenance of gas compression equipment. The curriculum provides a foundation in mechanical systems, electrical fundamentals, and safety practices required to support compressor operations in the field.

Natural Gas Compression, Certificate 2

The Natural Gas Compression Certificate program is designed to develop the skills required to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot compression equipment used in natural gas systems. The curriculum builds on foundational knowledge with advanced training in mechanical systems, motor control, and compression operations.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy uses meaningful and purposeful activities and occupations to promote health and independence. Under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist (OT), the occupational therapy assistant (OTA) works directly with individuals, families, groups, and communities to facilitate health and well-being through engagement in meaningful activities and occupations.

Office Management

Office Management (Occupational Skills Award)

Office Professional

This degree is designed for students preparing for employment as secretaries or administrative assistants. The curriculum is also intended for technical, educational and general office support personnel.

Online Remote Patient Monitoring

Paramedic

The Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergency patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight.

Paramedic

The Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergency patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight.

Personal Computer Technical Support

Petroleum Production

The Petroleum Production program is designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in oil and gas production and field operations. The curriculum focuses on production processes, instrumentation, and the equipment used to monitor and control oil and gas systems.

Petroleum Technology

The Petroleum Technology program is designed to prepare students for careers in oil and gas production and field operations. The curriculum provides a practical, workforce-focused foundation built on mechanical systems, electrical fundamentals, and production equipment used in the energy industry.

Petroleum Technology, Certificate 1

The Petroleum Technology Certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in oil and gas production and field operations. The curriculum provides a foundational skill set in mechanical systems, electrical fundamentals, and safety practices required in the energy industry.

Petroleum Technology, Certificate 2

The Petroleum Technology Certificate program is designed to build technical skills for careers in oil and gas production and field operations. The curriculum expands on foundational knowledge with training in mechanical systems, electrical controls, and equipment used in production environments.

Phlebotomy

This Occupational Skills Award (OSA) prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians and other health care professionals, to draw blood samples from patients using a variety of intrusive procedures. Includes instruction in basic vascular anatomy and physiology, blood physiology, skin puncture techniques, venipuncture, venous specimen collection and handling, safety and sanitation procedures, and applicable standards and regulations.

Political Science

The curriculum for Political Science & Government is the set of lower division courses that must be applied to any undergraduate Political Science & Government degree plan when a student transfers to or from any Texas public college or four-year institution. Following this advising guide ensures both completion of the Core Curriculum and the Field of Study.

Preparedness for Quality in Remote Patient Monitoring

Pre-Professional

The Pre-professional area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing fields such as pre-dental, pre-medical, pre-pharmacy, pre-physical therapy, pre-physician assistant, and pre-veterinary. The Associate of Science is the award associated with this plan and is a total of 60 hours.

Rehabilitation Aide/Technician

The Rehabilitation Aide/Technician Occupational Skills Award (OSA) is an embedded credential within the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program. The OSA provides focused instruction in foundational rehabilitation principles, therapeutic procedures, patient safety, documentation, and clinical support skills necessary for entry-level employment as a Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy Aide/Technician.

Residential/Commercial Electrician

The Residential/Commercial Electrician program is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in electrical construction and maintenance. The curriculum provides a strong foundation in electrical theory, wiring methods, motor control, and the National Electrical Code (NEC), combined with essential safety practices and blueprint reading.

Small Business Management

Social Work

Spanish

The Spanish area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in Spanish. The Associate of Science is the award associated with this plan and is a total of 60 hours.

STEM

The STEM area of emphasis is designed to provide students with the first two years of higher education with the intent of transferring to a 4-year institution pursuing a major in fields related to science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. Following this advising guide ensures completion of the Core Curriculum and electives that will transfer into these programs.

Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN)

The Transition ADN (LVN to RN & Paramedic to RN) program allows LVNs and paramedics to earn an Associate of Applied Science, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with the option of online didactic classes or face to face didactic classes and face-to-face simulation, lab, and clinical experiences. This program is taught over 12 months.

Vocational Nursing (leading to LVN)

The VN program is a "closed" program and requires additional application and acceptance into the program. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will receive a Certificate of Completion and may take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN). This face-to-face program is taught over three consecutive semesters.

Welding Technology

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Welding Technology is designed to prepare the student for a career as a welding technician in the fabrication, construction and manufacturing industries. The program includes hands-on application of SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes.