Ranger College

Ag Development

Students will gain foundational knowledge in agricultural marketing, economics, and resource management. This award introduces key concepts in agribusiness and conservation, preparing students for entry-level opportunities or further study in agriculture.

Automotive Technology

Upon completion of the Level I Certificate in Automotive Technology, students will be able to demonstrate appropriate safety procedures and professional work practices to perform basic automotive service and maintenance operations, and demonstrate knowledge of the historical development and career information of the automotive industry.

Business/Accounting

Students will learn the fundamentals of accounting and bookkeeping, which includes the data analysis process of gathering, cleaning, analyzing, and sharing data using basic computer and technology skills.

Child Development (Early Childhood Education)

Upon completion of the Early Childhood Education certificate, students will be able to provide a healthy and safe atmosphere for children, care for children in accordance with their developmental needs, utilize developmentally appropriate curriculum in a classroom environment, address diversity in the classroom environment in an appropriate manner, and define opportunities for children to develop fine and gross motor skills.

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Operator Certificate prepares students for licensure as a cosmetology operator. Upon completion of the Cosmetology Operator program, students will be able to illustrate the differences between sanitation, disinfection, sterilization, and universal precautions; demonstrate the cosmetology skills mandated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and PSI in a practical setting; exhibit an understanding of professionalism in the workplace; and exhibit practical

Cybersecurity

This non-credit Occupational Skills Award provides hands-on training in foundational cybersecurity principles, including information security, operating system protection, and firewall/network defense. Ideal for individuals seeking entry-level skills or preparing for industry certifications like CompTIA Security+.

Early Childhood Education

The Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education prepares students to work with young children. Upon completion of the AAS degree, students will be able to provide a healthy and safe atmosphere for children, care for children in accordance with their developmental needs, utilize developmentally appropriate curriculum in a classroom environment, address diversity in the classroom appropriately, and define opportunities for children to develop fine and gross motor skills.

Emergency Medical Services/Technology (EMT)

Ranger College offers an EMT: Basic certificate with approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Completion of the program results in a certificate that can help individuals gain entry-level work in the field of Emergency Medical Services. Students may also continue on to higher certificate levels or complete an A.A.S. degree. The EMT Basic program is available at the College's Erath County Center and is also offered to dual credit students.

Fire Science

Upon completion of the Level I Certificate in Fire Science, students will be able to apply safety and operational principles in and out of hospital environments while demonstrating a thorough knowledge of medical and ethical laws and guidelines, identify the major components of human anatomy and physiology, pass and demonstrate the required state skills, analyze data and develop interventions to solve patient problems, demonstrate leadership skills and work in a team during an emergency, and

Fire Science

The Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science prepares students for careers in firefighting and emergency medical services. Upon completion of the AAS in Fire Science, students will be able to apply safety and operational principles in and out of hospital environments, identify the major components of human anatomy and physiology, pass and demonstrate the required state skills, analyze data and develop interventions to solve patient problems, demonstrate leadership skills and work in a team

General Studies (Associate of Arts)

Ranger College offers educational programs designed for transfer to a baccalaureate degree, including the Associate of Arts (AA). The Associate of Arts Degree is awarded to students who complete sixty semester hours of college-level work, including the core curriculum.

General Studies (Associate of Science)

Ranger College offers educational programs designed for transfer to a baccalaureate degree, including the Associate of Science (AS). The Associate of Science Degree is awarded to students who complete sixty semester hours of college-level work, including the core curriculum.

Machining Technology

The Associate of Applied Science in Machining Technology prepares students for employment in the machining trades. Upon completion of the A.A.S. Machining Technology Program, students will be able to follow standard safety practices used in industry, perform manual machine part production to industry standards, demonstrate measurement techniques necessary for successful employment, perform computer numerical machine part production to industry standards, compose machine tool programs, and

Machining Technology (Level I Certificate)

Upon completion of the Cert I Machining Technology Program, students will be able to follow standard safety practices used in industry, perform manual machine part production to industry standards, and demonstrate measurement techniques necessary for successful employment.

Machining Technology (Level II Certificate)

Upon completion of the Cert II Machining Technology Program, students will be able to follow standard safety practices used in industry, perform manual machine part production to industry standards, demonstrate measurement techniques necessary for successful employment, and perform computer numerical machine part production to industry standards.

Nursing (LVN to RN Bridge)

Ranger College offers a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) to registered nurse (RN) Bridge program at its Brown County Center. This track begins each year in January with an annual application deadline of October 1. It combines the first two semesters of the AASN track, with students joining their AASN colleagues in the third semester. Upon satisfactory completion, the student is awarded an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree.

Nursing (Traditional ADN)

Ranger College developed an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program to address the critical shortage of professional nurses in Brown County and surrounding counties. The ADN Program is a two-year program available in Brownwood/Early. Upon satisfactory completion, the student is awarded an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) degree, which entitles the student to take the registered nursing licensing examination (NCLEX-RN).

Teaching (Associate of Arts in Teaching)

Ranger College offers educational programs designed for transfer to a baccalaureate degree, including the Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT). The Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree is awarded to students who complete sixty semester hours of college-level work, including the core curriculum.

Vocational Nursing

Ranger College offers a one-year vocational nursing (VN) program with approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Texas State Board of Nursing (TBON). The program is available at the college's Brown County Center and begins each August, progressing through Spring and Summer semesters. Upon satisfactory completion, the student is awarded a certificate of completion and may take the licensing NCLEX examination.

Welding

The Associate of Applied Science in Welding prepares students for employment in welding and fabrication. Upon completion of the A.A.S. Welding Technology Program, students will be able to operate an oxy-fuel rig proficiently, weld in all four positions using SMAW and FCAW processes, draw and interpret welding blueprints, follow proper safety practices used in industry, weld using GMAW and GTAW processes, weld using multiple processes, cut and weld pipe proficiently, and communicate plans and

Welding (16-hour Certificate)

Upon completion of the Cert I (16 hour) Welding Technology Program, students will be able to operate an oxy-fuel rig proficiently, weld in all four positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead) using the shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) processes, and communicate plans and ideas effectively. Students participate in a comprehensive capstone experience during the semester in which they complete their course work.

Welding (32-hour Certificate)

Upon completion of the Cert I (32 hour) Welding Technology Program, students will be able to operate an oxy-fuel rig proficiently, weld in all four positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead) using the shielded-metal arc welding (SMAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) processes, follow proper safety practices used in industry, weld using multiple processes, and communicate plans and ideas effectively.