Paradise Valley Community College

Accounting

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Accounting program is designed for students seeking to gain skills and knowledge in the field of accounting and tax. Possible entry-level positions for this program include accounting clerk, accounts payable/receivable clerk, claims clerk, credit clerk, bookkeeper, accounting intern, or comparable positions. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Accounting and a Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Enrolled Agent are also available.

Accounting

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Accounting program is designed to provide fundamental skills for individuals planning to enter the field of accounting. Possible entry-level jobs for this program include accounting clerk, accounts payable/receivable clerk, claims clerk, payroll clerk, credit clerk, bookkeeper, accounting intern, tax preparation or comparable positions.

Accounting

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting is designed to provide students with advanced skills in accounting, including but not limited to taxation, managerial accounting, auditing, and forensic accounting. Students will develop a strong understanding of ethical and regulatory requirements for accounting professionals.

Administration of Justice

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Administration of Justice program is designed to be interdisciplinary by nature and provides students with foundational knowledge of the criminal justice system and operational processes for addressing crime within society. This program also examines diverse populations and communities, and their effects on relationships with the criminal justice system.

Administration of Justice Studies

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice Studies provides in-depth preparation for students desiring to be practitioners or pursue continued education and advancement in several fields including local and federal law enforcement, the courts, corrections, security, and investigations.

Administrative Professional

This program is recommended for students with little or no office-related work experience or college experience. Includes instruction in business communications, office procedures, and report preparation. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administrative Professional is available.

Administrative Professional

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in the Administrative Professional degree is designed to provide training for various office positions. The curriculum incorporates people and technological skills essential for job success. Includes instruction in business communications, office procedures, public relations, accounting, records management, and report preparation. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Administrative Professional is also available.

Adobe Foundation: Animation and Graphics Production

Amazon Web Services Cloud Associate

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Associate builds the knowledge and skills to design, plan, and implement a cloud solution architecture. Students will be introduced to concepts and hands-on opportunities to manage cloud systems/architectures for real world-applications. Students with the requisite experience in the field who complete this CCL can pursue employment in a variety of information technology jobs.

Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner

Cloud computing provides reliable, scalable, secure, and flexible technology solutions for personal and business use. This CCL will introduce students new to or interested in cloud computing to the fundamental concepts of cloud services as well as hands-on opportunities to apply these concepts to real-world applications.

Amazon Web Services Cloud Specialist

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Specialist builds the requisite knowledge and skills to perform core Amazon Web Services (AWS) services in a manner that is based on compute, data, security and requirements as well as AWS best practices. Students select a specialization in either Developer or SysOps. Developer focuses on developing, deploying and debugging cloud based applications using AWS.

Anthropology

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Anthropology provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to receive an education in the broad field of anthropology - an examination of the human experience. Depending on their preferred focus, students can pursue either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree.

Applied English Language Skills

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Applied English Language Skills is designed to provide English language learners with advanced English language skills for professional and academic purposes. The program includes integrated English language skill courses, vocational and individual skill-based ESL courses, and elective coursework in related areas to help students develop English proficiency and other relevant workplace skills to meet a variety of occupational and academic demands.

Art

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Art degree provides the first two years of a four- year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in fine arts, including painting, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, sculpture, metals, photography, and drawing. This degree offers an emphasis in creative problem-solving that is required in most career fields. With an associate degree, students may pursue a career as a practicing artist.

Associate in Arts, Elementary Education

Upon completion of the AAEE, a student may pursue employment as a classroom instructional aide. Upon completing a bachelor's degree, a student may pursue a career as an elementary school teacher or a special education teacher.

Associate in Business, General Requirements

The Associate in Business, General Requirements (ABUS-GR) degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in business. For a comprehensive list of bachelor's programs, visit the aztransfer business matrix.

Associate in Business, Special Requirements

The Associate in Business, Special Requirements (ABUS-SR) provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to pursue Computer Information Systems majors at Arizona's public universities. For a comprehensive list of bachelor's programs, visit the aztransfer business matrix.

Astronomy

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Astronomy provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution to specialize in Astronomy or a related field. Upon completion of a graduate degree, students may pursue a number of careers including astronomers, atmospheric and space scientists, physicists, and astronomy professors.

Audio Production Technologies

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Music Industry Studies: Audio Production Technologies offers students hands-on study of audio engineering and related media fields. Students learn and apply the concepts and theories associated with music recording, live sound reinforcement, and sound design. The program is designed to give students foundational knowledge and experience essential in the field of audio production.

Biochemistry

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Biochemistry provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in biochemistry or are preparing for graduate programs in the area. With an associate's degree, students may qualify as a chemical technician. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as a biochemist or biochemical engineer. With a graduate degree, students may pursue a career as a medical research scientist.

Biological Sciences

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Biological Sciences provides the first two years of a four- year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in biology-related fields and/or are preparing for application to professional graduate programs in various medical fields. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as a biological research lab or field technician.

Certified Bookkeeping

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Certified Bookkeeping program helps to prepare students for a Certified Bookkeeper Examination. This program is designed to prepare students to work for CPA firms, tax preparation firms, corporate accounting departments, and small businesses or offer freelance bookkeeping services. The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Accounting and the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Accounting are also available.

Chemistry

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Chemistry provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in chemistry or are preparing for graduate programs in the area. With an associate's degree, students may qualify as a chemical technician or chemical equipment operator and tender. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as a chemist, chemical engineer, or materials scientist.

Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise

Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services builds the advanced knowledge and skills needed for professional-level networking technologies and architecture.

Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise Core

Cisco Network Administration: CCNA

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cisco Network Administration: CCNA provides training for those interested in working with network and Internet hardware. Knowledge and skills are developed to install, configure, and maintain Cisco routers and switches; configure advanced routing protocols, and Local Area Networks (LANs); troubleshoot hardware and software configurations; perform administrative tasks in a network.

Cisco Network Administration & Security

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cisco Network Administration and Security provides training for those interested in working with Cisco network and Internet hardware with a particular emphasis on securing networks from threats and vulnerabilities.

Clinical Data Coordination

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Clinical Data Coordination provides students an understanding of the steps involved in clinical data management from study site planning, preparation, data extraction for analysis, reporting of clinical trials, with emphasis on tracking deadlines and milestones. Courses include competencies in design and development of databases, maintenance of required documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality control.

Clinical Research Coordination

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Clinical Research Coordination requires coursework which covers research investigation site management, study coordinator related activities, subject participation coordination, and regulatory documentation and administration.

Communication

The Associate of Arts (AA), Emphasis in Communication includes a dynamic blend of theory and practical experience that provides students with a solid introduction to the wide-ranging field of Communication. With an associate degree in Communication, students will gain proficiency in a variety of communication contexts including interpersonal, small group, intercultural, organizational, public and professional speaking.

Community Health

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Community Health provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in community health, integrative health, health care coordination, and related health systems fields. Students planning to apply to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program should consult with a transfer specialist.

Community Health Work

Students will develop knowledge of public health systems and terminology necessary for communication in health care.

Computer Science

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Computer Science degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in computer science. With an associate degree, students may seek employment as a computer user support specialist.

Computer System Configuration and Support

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Computer System Configuration and Support program is designed to prepare students for entry-level computer maintenance, help desk, and network technician jobs. The classes focus on the development of knowledge and skills in computer technologies including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks.

Computer System Configuration and Support, Linux

Computer System Configuration and Support, Network

Computer System Configuration and Support, Security

Corrections

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Corrections program is designed for students intending to pursue careers in various correctional components of the justice system, including parole, probation, jail, and prisons. Focus is broader learning about the correction function in the context of overall administration of justice system.

Counseling and Applied Psychological Science

Creative Writing

The Academic Certificate (AC) in Creative Writing program is designed to provide students and professional writers with access to a community of writers and creative writing activities, instruction and guidance from established authors, and ongoing support in improving their writing skills and marketing their work. As students take courses in the program, they will build a portfolio of original work that may be submitted for publication.

Criminal Justice

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Criminal Justice provides students with the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who intend to earn a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and pursue a graduate degree in a related field. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue advancement in several fields including local and federal law enforcement, the courts, corrections, security, and investigations.

Critical Care Paramedicine

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Critical Care Paramedicine is designed to provide the knowledge, skills and ability to synthesize standard of care and expanded scope of practice with comprehensive assessment, diagnostic technology, patient advocacy, ethical and professional behaviors, to practice patient-centered evidence- based paramedicine in the clinical, out-of-hospital, and inter-facility transport settings. This certificate prepares students for a critical care paramedic credential.

Cyber Engineering

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cyber Engineering program is designed to focus on the necessary skills required to secure, protect and identify vulnerabilities in a network, including various operating systems and network devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the theoretical, legal, ethical and practical skills needed to maintain security on mission-critical networking and server systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of government and industry employees.

Cyber Operations

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cyber Operations program is designed to focus on the necessary skills required to secure, protect and identify vulnerabilities in a network, including various operating systems and network devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the theoretical, legal, ethical and practical skills needed to maintain security on mission-critical networking and server systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of government and industry employees.

Cybersecurity

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Cybersecurity is designed to focus on the necessary skills required to secure, protect and identify vulnerabilities in a network, including various operating systems and network devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the theoretical, legal, ethical and practical skills needed to maintain security on mission-critical networking and server systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of government and industry employees.

Cybersecurity Fundamentals

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cybersecurity Fundamentals is designed to focus on the necessary skills required to secure, protect and identify vulnerabilities in a network, including various operating systems and network devices. Emphasis is placed on developing the theoretical, legal, ethical and practical skills needed to maintain security on mission-critical networking and server systems.

Dance

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Dance provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who intend to specialize in dance. With an associate degree, students may pursue a number of careers, including but not limited to, dance performance, choreography, and dance instruction.

Data Analytics

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Data Analytics is designed to prepare students to model, synthesize, analyze, and present large data sets for business decision making. Courses will focus on the techniques and computer software used in industry to extract data from various data sources, model and integrate that data, and then visualize this data for business decision making and intelligence gathering.

Desktop Support

The classes focus on the development of knowledge and skills in computer, network, and security technologies, as well as the interpersonal skills in customer service/technical support needed to be successful within the industry. Depending on course selection, this program helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and/or CompTIA Linux+ certification exams.

Driver Operator

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Driver Operator program is designed for students who need (1) advanced training as professional firefighters, (2) preparation courses for career advancement opportunities in fire services, and/or (3) more comprehensive information about the role and function of an emergency vehicle driver/operator.

Early Childhood Education

Students learn effective teaching skills as they apply developmentally appropriate early childhood educational theory in the classroom setting. Courses have been selected with a focus on developing an educational career ladder.

Early Childhood Education (A.A.)

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Early Childhood Education provides the first two years of a four- year curriculum in early childhood education. Students study child development, curriculum design and development, theory and practice in the education of young children, and the intersections of family, community, and childhood learning and development.

Early Childhood Education (A.A.S.)

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as early childhood professionals in a variety of educational settings. The AAS program includes courses based on current ECE theory and practice as well as general education classes to broaden a student's base of knowledge. Certificates of Completion are also available.

Economics

With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a number of careers, including but not limited to, budget analysts, market research analysts, and marketing specialists. With a graduate degree, students may pursue a number of careers, including but not limited to economists, environmental economists, treasurers, controllers, urban and regional planners, economics teachers, and lawyers.

Educational Studies Early Childhood

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Educational Studies Early Childhood provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum that emphasizes community, early childhood, and youth education. This program of study is designed to provide students with a foundation of knowledge in educational practices for use in the community setting. Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Education, students may work with children and youth outside of traditional public-school classroom settings.

Elementary Education and Special Education

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Elementary Education and Special Education (BAEE/SPED) provides an experiential four-year curriculum in Elementary Education (K-8) and Special Education (K-12). This program prepares pre-service teachers to educate diverse learners.

Emergency Management

The program prepares students to manage emergency operations, hazardous materials incidents, tactics, strategy, and safety of firefighting activities, and customer service in the public sector.

Emergency Medical Technology

Successful completion of the curriculum and upon licensure, the candidate can seek employment with ambulance service companies, first responder agencies, fire departments, and hospitals as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Emergency Medical Technology Comprehensive

Engineering

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Engineering provides the majority of the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.

Engineering Technology

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Engineering Technology program prepares students as entry- level engineering technicians. They will apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to support engineers engaged in a wide variety of projects. Includes instruction in various engineering support functions, including preparation in the areas of research, production, and operations.

English (Creative Writing)

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in English (Creative Writing) program is designed to prepare students for transfer to a university bachelor's degree program. It also provides them with access to a community of writers and creative writing activities, instruction and guidance from established authors, and ongoing support in improving their writing skills and marketing their work.

English (Literature)

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in English (Literature) provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in literary and cultural studies. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career in education, publishing, writing, other professional fields, or prepare for application to professional graduate programs.

Enrolled Agent

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Enrolled Agent program helps to prepare students for the Enrolled Agent Examination. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Enrolled Agent credential allows tax practitioners to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to collections, audits, and appeals. Enrolled Agents' expertise in the continually changing field of taxation enables them to effectively represent taxpayers at all administrative levels within the IRS.

Entrepreneurial Studies Level I

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Entrepreneurial Studies Level I program is designed to provide students with an introduction to the entrepreneurial process. Courses include a history of entrepreneurship, current research into its impacts on society, types of business start-up opportunities, and creating a preliminary business plan, as well as securing a healthy financial future. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Entrepreneurial Studies Level II is also available.

Esports Business Operations

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Esports Business Operations is designed for students pursuing careers in hospitality, marketing, business, management, event management, creative writing, computer technology, and/or video game production who are interested in utilizing those skills to gain entry level employment in the field of esports.

Esports Event Production

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Esports Event Production is designed for students pursuing careers in event management, journalism, broadcasting, live event production, audio production, video production, computer technology, and/or video game production who are interested in utilizing those skills to gain entry level employment in the field of esports.

Exercise Science

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Exercise Science provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Sport Science, Healthy Lifestyles Coaching, or Fitness and Wellness. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as a fitness specialist or director, strength and conditioning specialist, healthy lifestyles coach, or an exercise physiologist.

Exercise Science: Health, Fitness and Sports Performance

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Exercise Science: Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance prepares students for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) personal trainer certifications.

Family Life Education

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Family Life Education provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to study in fields related to family life education, human development, or child and family studies. The program includes study of child and adult development, marriage and family relationships, and the intersections of school, community, and family.

Financial Services

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Financial Services builds the industry knowledge and skills for individuals to prepare for careers in Financial Services. This CCL will introduce students new to or interested in financial services to the fundamental concepts of capital markets, types of products and their risks, trading, customer accounts, prohibited activities, and regulatory agencies and their functions.

Firefighter Operations

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Firefighter Operations provides the opportunity for individuals seeking careers in the fire service to acquire minimum standard firefighting skills and prepare for state and/or national certifications, including the Firefighter I and II Certification. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Fire Science is also available.

Fire Science

Students will gain broad knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively in the fire service as firefighters. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Firefighter Operations is also available.

Fire Service Management

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fire Service Management can be used by professional firefighters for promotional opportunities within the Fire Services. The program provides courses for experienced professional firefighters who desire to learn advanced fireground tactics and strategy, building construction, practical incident command, supervisory training of personnel, public administration, basic finance, and human resource management.

Fire Service Management

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Fire Service Management can be used by professional firefighters for promotional opportunities within the Fire Services. The program provides courses for experienced professional firefighters who desire to learn advanced fireground tactics and strategy, building construction, practical incident command, supervisory training of personnel, public administration, basic finance, and human resource management.

Forensic Science

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Forensic Science provides the student with a specialization in forensic investigation as it relates to crime. The curriculum presents a specialized scope of knowledge about photography, collection and preservation of evidence, and investigative strategies. The program provides students with an important knowledge base for investigative specialization in a wide range of disciplines and careers.

Foundations of Early Childhood Education

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Foundations of Early Childhood Education is designed to prepare students with foundational knowledge regarding the growth and development of the young child. Topics include cognitive and physical development of the young child, language acquisition, curriculum development, health and safety guidelines, business procedures, and family/community relationship building.

General Business

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in General Business is designed to provide business training for various entry-level positions in business. The courses include an introduction to business concepts, accounting and computer principles, and legal issues related to business. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) is also available.

General Business

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in General Business program is designed to meet the needs of students who wish a broad overview of business and desire not to enroll in a specialized curriculum in business. The program is designed to acquaint students with major subject areas of business, to improve the student's business vocabulary, and to provide students with an understanding of influencing factors in business decision making and activities.

Geography

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Geography provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in human and/or physical geography. Graduates of this associate degree program can work as cartographers, land surveyors, GIS analysts, and forest and conservation workers.

Geography - Meteorology

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Geography - Meteorology provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution to study meteorology and/or climatology. This associate degree will prepare students for employment opportunities in a number of careers including forest and conservation workers and air traffic controllers.

Geology

With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as a research lab or field technician in environmental geology, mining, petroleum exploration, geological engineering, forestry, conservation, and hydrology.

History

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in History provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in History. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career in a wide range of fields including education, governmental and nongovernmental organizations; intelligence analysis; international trade; community development; foreign services; and many others.

Humanities

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Humanities degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to receive an education in the diverse field of humanities, including language, philosophy, religion, art, music, performance, and literature.

Information Studies and eSociety

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Information Studies and eSociety is an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for work in: marketing, social media, libraries, editing, copywriting, public relations, online content creation, and communication. Students will examine their roles as content creators and consumers in a global society, critically engage with information, and communicate and collaborate across diverse populations and platforms.

Information Technology

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Information Technology (IT) program is designed to provide students with skills to meet information technology needs across industries. This program includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware components and business software, programming, databases, networking, customer service, web development, and information systems and project management.

iOS App Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in iOS App Development prepares students for positions in app development for the Apple iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch series. The program emphasizes knowledge and skills required to design, develop, test, and document structured and object-oriented programs utilizing Swift and Xcode.

Japanese

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Japanese provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for the student who plans to transfer to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese. An Academic Certificate (AC) in Language Studies is also available.

Law Enforcement

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Law Enforcement is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a course of study specifically focused on law enforcement. The certificate program specializes in training and education related to the duties of law enforcement. The program is designed for the student with no Arizona police academy experience and is one pathway to the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice.

Legal Studies

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Legal Studies is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a course of study specifically focused on legal studies. It is one pathway to the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice.

Linux Associate

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Linux Associate program is designed to help prepare students for employment or to improve current professional skills. The program includes Linux operating system basics and management including sophisticated manipulation of file structures, backup systems, printing processes, troubleshooting, user account management, hard disk maintenance and configuration, process monitoring and prioritizing, kernel customization, and system resource control.

Linux System Administration

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Linux System Administration program is designed to help prepare students for a variety of industry-recognized Linux certification exams as well as provide practical hands-on skills for the workplace. The program includes a core of Linux classes including Linux operating system basics, system administration, network administration and network security.

Management

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Management is designed to provide skills for management careers. Students completing this program are better equipped to apply competencies needed for successful performance in management occupations such as manufacturing, wholesaling, retailing, and service industries. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Management is also available.

Management

Students completing this program are better equipped to apply competencies needed for successful performance in management occupations such as manufacturing, wholesaling, retailing, and service industries. The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Management is fully embedded in this AAS.

Marketing

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Marketing program meets students' needs by providing skills necessary for marketing careers. The program is designed to develop competencies essential for success in Marketing. By completing this program, students will be better equipped for successful performance in a variety of marketing/management occupations including wholesaling, retailing, professional sales, and entrepreneurship.

Marketing and Sales

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Marketing and Sales program is designed to develop competencies essential for success in marketing and personal selling. By completing this program, students will be better equipped for successful performance in a variety of marketing/management occupations, including wholesaling, retailing, professional sales, and entrepreneurship. Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Marketing and Social Media Marketing are available.

Mathematics

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Mathematics provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution and earn a bachelor's degree in mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, computational mathematical science, or related fields. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a number of careers including actuary, statistical assistant, and business intelligence analyst.

Microsoft Desktop Associate

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Microsoft Desktop Associate program is designed to provide students with background knowledge and skills required for learning the specific tasks and industry recognized standards associated with how to effectively install and configure Windows operating systems.

Microsoft Office Professional

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Microsoft Office Professional emphasizes training on word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software for business purposes. This certificate provides students with the knowledge and skills requisite of various business settings. This certificate helps with initial preparation for the Microsoft examinations for certification as a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS).

Microsoft Office Specialist

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Microsoft Office Specialist emphasizes advanced training on word processing, spreadsheet, and database software for business purposes. This certificate builds upon the knowledge and skills gained by the CCL in Microsoft Office Professional for use in various business settings. This certificate helps prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examinations.

Mobile Application Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Mobile App Development prepares students for employment in entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with an emphasis on mobile apps. Students will be prepared to take the App Developer with Swift Certification Level 1, Microsoft C# Software Essentials, and Associate Android Developer certifications.

Music

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Music degree is designed for students planning to transfer to four-year colleges and universities with majors in the Fine/Performing Arts. The degree is designed to prepare students to meet selective admission criteria for programs, such as the Bachelor of Music, which may require an audition. Embedded areas of emphasis include choral, instrumental, guitar and popular music performance.

Musical Theatre

The degree is designed to prepare students to meet selective admission criteria for programs, such as the Bachelor of Musical Theatre, which may require an audition.

Music Industries: Music Business

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Music Industries: Music Business is designed to provide aspiring music industry professionals with a broad background in music management, production, and entrepreneurship activities. The program combines theoretical and applied learning experiences to help students gain a strategic understanding of commercial music as both an art and profession. Students will choose a focus area among business and marketing, commercial performance, and music production.

Music Industry Studies: Audio Production Technologies

Music Industry Studies: Music Business I

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Music Industry Studies: Music Business I is designed to provide aspiring music industry professionals with a broad background in music management, production, and entrepreneurship activities. The program combines foundational and applied learning experiences to help students gain a strategic understanding of commercial music as both an art and profession.

Music Industry Studies: Music Business II

Native Mobile Application Development

Network & System Administration

Students gain an understanding of the interaction between microcomputer software and hardware, network and internetworking operating systems software and hardware, local area network administration and management, the use of troubleshooting techniques, troubleshooting hardware and software tools, as well as interpersonal/customer service skills.

Non-Sworn Fire Service Professional

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Non-Sworn Fire Service Professional program is designed for students who need basic preparation courses to pursue a non-sworn career as a fire service professional and/or more comprehensive information about life safety, fire hazards, and prevention. A unique feature of the program is that the instructors are professional fire service personnel including firefighters.

Nurse Assisting

The program combines classroom instruction with clinical laboratory practice and long-term care and/or acute care experiences. Students who complete the program are eligible to take a written and practical certification examination if desired to meet employment requirements to be a nurse assistant. Certification/licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the Arizona State Board of Nursing.

Nursing

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing Program is available at eight of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of healthcare settings. Nursing Program graduates are eligible to apply for the national exam for the registered nurse license. Licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the State Board of Nursing. This program is designed to meet education requirements for licensure or certification in the State of Arizona.

Nutritional Science

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Nutritional Science provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in Nutrition. Students desiring a career in nutrition as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) should pursue the Dietetics transfer plan.

Nutrition and Dietetic Technology

Students acquire the knowledge and skills foundation to work in dietetics through the integration of classroom learning and 466 hours of supervised practice. Emphasis is placed on the development of communication and human relations techniques that prepare the graduate for professional success.

Organizational Leadership

The program provides leadership and communication skills and techniques for planning, organizing, leading and controlling business situations. This program also emphasizes procedures for effective resource allocation. The CCL in Organizational Leadership is fully embedded in an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Organizational Management.

Organizational Management

The program provides leadership and communication skills and techniques for planning, organizing, leading and controlling business situations. This program also emphasizes procedures for effective resource allocation. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Organizational Leadership is fully embedded in this AAS.

Paralegal

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Paralegal program is designed to provide students with the education for a paralegal career. The program covers substantive and procedural areas of law, including legal ethics, civil procedure, criminal procedure, legal research and legal writing. The program provides students with legal skill sets, preparing students for industry certification and employment in a multitude of legal settings.

Paralegal

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Paralegal program is designed to provide students with the education for a paralegal career. The program covers substantive and procedural areas of law, including legal ethics, civil procedure, criminal procedure, legal research, and legal writing. The program trains students in legal skills sets, preparing students for industry certification and employment in a multitude of legal settings.

Paramedicine

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Paramedicine is a nationally accredited program designed to prepare students to become Paramedics. This program is a formal education in such paramedicine topics as anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, cardiology, pulmonary, pharmacology, pediatrics, geriatrics hematology, and toxicology. Paramedicine builds upon EMT education and includes paramedic scope of practice.

Paramedicine

The Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS) in Paramedicine is a nationally accredited program designed to prepare students to become Paramedics. This program is a formal education in such paramedicine topics as anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, cardiology, pulmonary, pharmacology, pediatrics, geriatrics hematology, toxicology. Paramedicine builds upon EMT education and includes paramedic scope of practice.

Personal Trainer

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Personal Training is designed to prepare students for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) personal trainer certifications. These certifications are generally required for employment in personal training positions and/or professional advancement within the fitness industry.

Personal Trainer: Advanced

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Personal Training: Advanced is designed to prepare students for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) personal trainer certifications. These certifications are generally required for employment in personal training positions and/or professional advancement within the fitness industry.

Philosophy

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Philosophy provides focused training in critical thinking, critical reading, writing, reasoning, communication, and civic dialogue, all while developing an understanding of diverse world views. Students gain proficiency in foundational skills for future studies and work in Law, Social Sciences, the Humanities, and Public Policy.

Physics

With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as a secondary education Physics teacher, physicist, or materials scientist. Upon completion of a graduate degree, students may pursue a number of careers, including but not limited to, Physics professor, physicist, engineer, or researcher.

Political Science

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Political Science degree provides the first two years of a four- year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in political science. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as social science research assistants, city and regional planning aides, public relations specialists and managers, reporters, and social and community service managers.

Practical Nursing

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Practical Nursing Program is available at seven of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of healthcare settings. Practical Nursing Program graduates are eligible to apply for the national exam for the practical nurse license. Licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the State Board of Nursing. The Certificate of Completion Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.

Programming and Systems Analysis Level I

Programming and Systems Analysis Level II

Programming & Systems Analysis

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Programming and Systems Analysis program provides an in- depth exploration of different computer language and technical skills. The AAS includes, but is not limited to the following: operating systems, local area networks, business communication, team roles, and dynamics. Certificate of Completions (CCLs) in Programming and Systems Analysis Level I and Level II and iOS App Development are also available.

Psychology

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Psychology provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in psychological sciences or are preparing for graduate programs in psychology or related fields.

Religious Studies

Students will learn about theology and world religions, as well as the historical significance and sociocultural contexts of people's faiths. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue positions including human and social services assistant, director of religious or educational programs, museum technician, funeral attendant, tour guide, or clergy.

Risk Management and Insurance

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Risk Management and Insurance program is designed to provide students with foundational skills in insurance and risk management. Courses offer a framework of knowledge including an introduction to the insurance industry, risk management, principles of property and liability insurance, health, life, personal, and commercial insurance. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Risk Management and Insurance is also available.

Secondary Education (A.A.)

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Secondary Education provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution and earn a bachelor's degree in secondary education leading to teacher certification for grades 6-12 in Earth and Space Science, English, History/Social Studies, Mathematics, Physical Education, Political Science, or Spanish.

Secondary Education (A.S.)

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Secondary Education provides the first two years of a four- year curriculum for students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution and earn a bachelor's degree in secondary education leading to teacher certification for grades 6-12 in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

Small Business Start-Up

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Small Business Start-Up program is designed to meet the needs of individuals who wish to become entrepreneurs. Courses provide a background in marketing, management, finance, and a capstone course in which students complete a business plan. The goal of the Small Business Start-Up certificate is to create a foundation for prospective small business owners and contribute to the long-term success of the business community.

Social Media Marketing

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Social Media Marketing is designed to provide useful skills important in a variety of strategic marketing areas, e.g., social media, digital communications, integrated marketing, media relations, and brand management. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Marketing and Sales is also available.

Social Work

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Social Work provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students intending to transfer into a baccalaureate program to earn a Bachelor of Social Work. With a Bachelor of Social Work, students can receive their Master Social Work in one year (advanced standing) which is the required minimum education for the following career fields: Clinical/Psychotherapy and Policy Administration and Community Practice.

Sociology

With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career in several areas including social, human, and community services, public relations, marketing, sustainability, human resources, education, community health, public relations, and social science research.

Spanish

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Spanish provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for the student who plans to transfer to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. Academic Certificates (AC) in Language Studies and in Spanish Language and Culture are also available.

Speech and Hearing Science

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Speech and Hearing Science provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in speech and hearing sciences and/or are preparing for application to professional graduate programs in speech-language pathology, audiology, or auditory and language neuroscience.

Stage Combat

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Stage Combat is designed for actors, choreographers, directors, stage managers, fight captains, and those responsible for theater hiring who want to add stage combat and fight captain skills to their repertoire.

Sustainability

The Academic Certificate (AC) in Sustainability is interdisciplinary and builds a strong academic expertise within a student's desired focus area of Sustainability. The focus areas are established within and among the foundational pillars of Sustainability (social - environmental - economic).

Sustainability and Environmental Studies

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Tactical Emergency Casualty Care is designed to provide the knowledge, skills and ability to synthesize standard of care and expanded scope of practice with comprehensive assessment, diagnostic technology, patient advocacy, ethical and professional behaviors, to practice patient-centered evidence-based paramedicine in the tactical emergency setting. This certificate prepares students for a tactical emergency casualty care paramedic credential.

Technical Theatre: Audio Technician

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Audio Technician is designed to prepare students to apply live sound reinforcement in theatre productions. Classes include instruction in live sound reinforcement, setting up equipment, and sound design for theatrical productions. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

Technical Theatre: Costuming

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Costuming is designed to provide students with skills in the acquisition, construction, alteration, and maintenance of costumes for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in costume construction, theory and period styles. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

Technical Theatre: Lighting

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Lighting is designed to provide students with skills in lighting for theatrical performances. Courses Include instruction in basic circuiting and dimmer application, lighting plots, programming, hanging and focus of lighting instruments, light board operation, and safety in the theatre. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

Technical Theatre: Properties

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Properties is designed to provide students with skills in the acquisition, construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of properties for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in prop construction, sewing, use of tools, and creation and maintenance of production paperwork. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

Technical Theatre: Puppetry

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Puppetry is designed to provide students with skills in puppetry for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in the creation and operation of puppets in performance. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

Technical Theatre: Stage Crew Technician

Theatre

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre provides a foundation in design, technical, and performance practices for students who wish to specialize in performing arts, including acting, directing, design and technology, stage management, playwriting, and dramaturgy. This degree helps students develop the communication, collaboration, and creative problem-solving skills that are sought after by most career fields.

Victimology

It is one pathway to the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice.

Video Game Production

Video Game Production: Audio & Sound

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Video Game Production: Audio and Sound provides students with the introductory skills in audio and sound for video games. Coursework focuses on the music aspects of Video Game Production. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Video Game Production is available. Certificates of Completion (CCL) are also available in Video Game Production: Game Art, Video Game Production: Coding and Scripting, and Video Game Production: Narrative.

Video Game Production: Coding & Scripting

Video Game Production: Game Art

Coursework focuses on the artistic aspect of Video Game Production. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Video Game Production is available. Certificates of Completion (CCL) are also available in Video Game Production: Audio and Sound, Video Game Production: Coding and Scripting, and Video Game Production: Narrative.

Video Game Production: Game Narrative

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Video Game Production: Game Narrative provides students with the introductory skills to write narrative for video games. Coursework focuses on the narrative aspect of Video Game Production. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Video Game Production is also available. Certificates of Completion (CCL) are available in Video Game Production: Game Art, Video Game Production: Audio and Sound and Video Game Production: Coding and Scripting.

Web App Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Web App Development prepares students for employment in entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with an emphasis on web apps. Courses in this certificate can apply toward the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Mobile App Development and Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Mobile App Development and Cross-Platform App Development.

Web Design

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Web Design provides students with comprehensive and focused studies in web design, including advanced image manipulation, vector graphics, page layout, video editing and design principles. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Web Design/Development and CCLs in Web Foundations and Web Development are also available.

Web Design/Development

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Web Design/Development prepares students to design, create, and administer interactive and professional web sites. Courses focus on "hands-on" experience with web publishing, web graphics preparation, scripting, content management systems and e-commerce solutions. The program provides students a pathway to either develop advanced skills in Web Design or Web Development.

Web Development

The program provides students with knowledge and skills in developing dynamic websites, client and server side programs, database structures, and object-oriented design. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Web Design and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Web Design/Development are also available. Some of these programs are available at select colleges. Please check with your local college for program availability.

Web Foundations

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Web Foundations introduces students to designing and developing web pages. This CCL prepares students for entry level web positions. Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Web Design and Web Development are available. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Web Design/Development is also available.

Women and Gender Studies

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Women and Gender Studies is an intensive interdisciplinary liberal arts program, which provides students with tools and opportunities to discuss and critique historical and contemporary theories and practices of feminism(s) and gender identities. The curriculum enables students to think critically, analyze problems, and communicate effectively.