Saint Louis Community College

Accelerated IT Academy - Programming and Coding

The Accelerated IT Academy—Programming and Coding Certificate of Specialization provides a pathway for entry level Software Programming and Coding jobs. This program simulates real world experiences using C#, Java, database management, hands-on projects, critical thinking skills, and debugging and testing exercises. Additionally, in this program students will build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating skill mastery.

Accounting

The Accounting Certificate of Proficiency degree program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to meet the changing needs required in today's job market. The accountant’s role has changed dramatically with the dominant role of computers and the Certificate of Proficiency degree provides a strong foundation with commercial computer applications in Accounting.

Accounting

The Associate of Applied Science in Accounting degree is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge that are necessary to obtain entry-level employment into the accounting job market. The AAS degree is tailored to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in accounting and hands-on experience with computers using commercial accounting software.

Addictions Study

This program provides academic preparation for persons working or preparing to work in the field of addiction including alcohol and drug abuse treatment. It will look at commonalities of the various addiction and treatment modalities.

Associate of Arts in Teaching

The Associate of Arts in Teaching degree program contains an area of concentration that includes four core Teacher Education courses and one education elective; it is consistent with other Missouri community colleges. This is an effort to promote a more seamless transfer to four-year colleges and universities. This degree program provides students with the fifirst two years of study toward a bachelor’s degree at a four-year college or university.

Automotive Service

The Automotive Service Certificate of Specialization covers the essential skills needed to perform typical services in the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas of brakes, electrical, engine mechanical, and engine performance. This program will prepare students for entry-level employment based on the four topics from each of the four courses.

Automotive Technology

Automotive Technology Certificate of Proficiency is a comprehensive certificate that focuses on comprehensive automotive training that will prepare students for employment in the automotive service and repair industry. Students are trained in the eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas of specialization.

Automotive Technology

The AAS degree of Automotive Technology is a comprehensive degree that combines automotive training with general education courses that will prepare students for employment in the automotive service and repair industry. Students are trained in the eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas of specialization. Instruction for each of the ASE areas is supported through instructor-led presentations, demonstrations, and reinforced with guided hands-on lab activities.

Automotive Vehicle Inspection and Light Maintenance

Automotive Vehicle Inspection and Light Maintenance Certificate of Specialization teaches students the essential skills needed to gain entry- level employment in the automotive industry. Students will gain a deep undefirstanding of safety procedures used in the automotive industry as well as learn how to perform a comprehensive vehicle inspection. Students will begin to learn how to perform light maintenance on vehicle fluids, steering and suspension components, and alignments.

Baking and Pastry Arts

The AAS in Hospitality Studies: Baking and Pastry Arts will allow students to gain the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to become a successful pastry professional. Concepts of baking theory; breads, rolls, and bakeries; production pastry techniques; and cake production and decoration will lay the foundation for essential pastry-related skills.

Behavioral Health Support

The Behavioral Health Support Associate in Applied Science provides a pathway for entry-level positions within the helping professions. The program includes a general education component as well as a concentration in the skills necessary to work in mental health. The hands-on practicum experiences in community settings prepare students for Community Support Specialist positions in mental health settings, assisting clients with behavioral and mental health diagnoses.

Biomedical Electronics Technology

The Biomedical Electronics Technology Certificate of Proficiency provides students with skills necessary to enter the field of Biomedical Electronics service and support as Biomedical Electronics Technicians (BMET). Students will learn electrical and electronic concepts associated with medical electronics and devices, basic science behind instruments, and troubleshooting techniques. An individual who has been convicted of a felony may not be qualified for employment as a BMET in healthcare.

Biotechnology

The Certificate of Proficiency in Biotechnology is a specialized training for students to assist with employment as biotechnicians. The certificate will assist with engagement in research and development, quality control, biomanufacturing, and bioprocessing. All students in this field of study are required to complete the core biotechnology/science courses. The completion of this program provides the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to work in a life science research workplace.

Biotechnology

The Associate in Applied Science in Biotechnology offers students specialized training for employment as biotechnicians engaged in research and development, quality control, biomanufacturing, and bioprocessing. All students in this field of study are required to complete the core biotechnology/ science courses. Specialization is offered by allowing individualized selection of advanced topics in biotechnology.

Business Administration

The Associate in Arts in Business Administration degree program meets the general education requirements (42 MOTR Credits), and, offers a seamless transfer into business programs at four-year colleges and universities. This program provides students the opportunity to complete the fifirst two years of study toward a bachelor’s degree in business or a business related field.

Cannabis and Hemp Production

The Certificate of Specialization in Cannabis and Hemp Production affords students the opportunity to learn the specialized processes necessary to grow, manage, and cultivate cannabis and hemp plants using industrial hemp in accordance with state and federal laws. The certificate will equip students with the knowledge necessary to gain employment in this growing segment of the agriculture and horticulture industries.

Child and Family Development

The Child and Family Development, Associate in Applied Science offers students a variety of career pathways, including Infant Toddler Studies, the study of the Exceptional Child, and Early Childhood Leadership. Students will investigate leading theories of child development and methodologies for curriculum planning, and assessment.

Cisco Networking Academy: CCNA

The Certificate of Specialization in Cisco Networking Academy: CCNA covers comprehensive networking concepts, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications by the lower layers of the network. Students will progress from basic networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking later in the curriculum.

Clinical Coding

Clinical Coding, Certificate of Proficiency, program prepares students to classify medical data from a variety of settings, including inpatient facilities. Coding specialists create coded data used by hospitals and medical providers to obtain reimbursement from insurance companies or government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. Researchers and public health officials also use this data to monitor patterns and explore new interventions.

Clinical Coding Associate

Clinical Coding Associate (CCA), Certificate of Specialization, teaches beginning coding competencies across all settings, including hospital and physician practices. Becoming a CCA certified coder positions graduates with the skills and knowledge to successfully apply codes to diagnoses and procedures. This program is strengthened by a solid foundation of the study of human anatomy, medical terminology and language, human diseases, pharmacology, and computer concepts.

Clinical Laboratory Technology (Medical Laboratory Technician)

The Associate in Applied Science in Clinical Laboratory Technology degree program prepares students for entry-level positions as clinical laboratory technicians. Through classroom and practical experience in hospital and clinical laboratories, students learn to perform qualitative, quantitative, and analytic testing in diagnostic areas such as microbiology, hematology, immunohematology, clinical chemistry, serology, immunology, and urinalysis.

CompTIA A+ and Security+ Certifications

CompTIA A+ and Security+ Certifications prepares students for the two required exams (hardware and software) that make up the CompTIA A+ certification and the one required exam in the CompTIA Security+ certification.

CompTIA A+ Certification

CompTIA A+ Certification prepares students for the two required exams (hardware and software) that make up the CompTIA A+ certification.

Computed Tomography

The Computed Tomography (CT) Certificate of Specialization is designed for graduates of an associate degree radiologic science program and registered Radiologic Technologist, Radiation Therapist, or Nuclear Medicine Technologist entering the field of Computed Tomography (CT).

Computer Accounting Technology

The Computer Accounting Technology Certificate of Specialization program is designed for Accounting students on the fast-track to the job-market or working professionals who want to update their computer technology skills. Students who are enrolled in the Certificate of Specialization program will receive hands- on training with Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and Access on how to apply these technologies in an Accounting setting.

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

The Computer Aided Design (CAD) Certificate of Specialization prepares a CAD operator to interpret data from multiple sources, apply traditional drafting skills, utilize operating system software, and follow industrial practices and company procedures related to CAD work. Graduates will be able to efficiently perform all tasks related to producing final drawings and CAD models.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Certificate of Proficiency prepares students for employment and advancement in an entry-level career in law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. This program is designed for students who want to enhance their skills and competencies in professional criminal justice roles. Students will acquire a fundamental knowledge in legal procedures, strong written skills, and a basic undefirstanding of the government process.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Science prepares students for entry-level employment in the criminal justice system and can assist those currently employed in entry-level jobs with career advancement. The program introduces students to the criminal justice system and its interrelated components: law enforcement, courts, and corrections.

Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts program is designed to meet current and future needs for training food service and food service managerial persons to assume leadership roles in the industry. The curriculum covers food preparation, production, table service and culinary management. Addressing the business, academic, and technical aspects of the industry, the curriculum offers a wide range of courses, specifically meeting the requirements of the hotels, restaurants and clubs in this field.

Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity Certificate of Proficiency provides the foundation courses to prepare IT students to apply for entry level information assurance/security technician/practitioners positions that support planning, implementing, upgrading, and monitoring security measures for the protection of computer networks and information systems.

Cybersecurity

The Associate in Applied Science in Cybersecurity provides the foundation courses to prepare IT students to apply for entry level information assurance/security technician/practitioners positions that support planning, implementing, upgrading, and monitoring security measures for the protection of computer networks and information systems.

Database Developer

Database Developer Certificate of Proficiency is a comprehensive program designed to equip the student with the skills and knowledge to become a successful database developer. Through this program, students will: • master the fundamentals of database design, implementation, and management, covering relational, NoSQL, and object-oriented databases.

Deaf Communication Studies: American Sign Language

The Certificate of Specialization in Deaf Communication Studies: American Sign Language teaches introductory and intermediate American Sign Language (ASL), the native, indigenous language of the North American Deaf community.

Deaf Communication Studies: Interpreter Education

Deaf Communication Studies: Interpreter Education Program, Associate in Applied Science degree provides the instruction and experience necessary to develop ASL-English interpreting skills including sight translation, voice- to-sign interpretation and transliteration, and sign-to-voice interpretation and transliteration.

Dental Hygiene

The dental hygiene program is a 2-year, full time program that begins each fall and is designed to prepare students for licensure and employment in the State of Missouri. The program includes a general education component as well as a concentration in dental hygiene. Graduates of this program may transfer to a four-year college or university to obtain a bachelor of science degree. Acceptance of credits earned is at the discretion of the receiving institution.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Certificate of Proficiency provides a specialty in ultrasound technology for graduates of an associate degree or two-year hospital-based program in another health science area. Students attend full time and complete classroom work and clinical education in an affiliated ultrasound department.

Diesel Technology

The Diesel Technology Certificate of Proficiency program is designed to prepare graduates for careers as medium/heavy truck repair technicians. Graduates will be qualified for positions requiring diagnosis and repair of the following truck systems: diesel engines, suspension and steering, brakes, electrical and electronics, preventive maintenance, drive train, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning.

Diesel Technology

The AAS degree Diesel Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for careers as medium/heavy truck repair technicians. Graduates will be qualified for positions requiring diagnosis and repair of the following truck systems: diesel engines, suspension and steering; brakes, electrical and electronics, preventive maintenance, drive train; and heating, ventilation and air conditioning.

Engineering Technology

The Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science program prepares students for entry level positions as engineering technologists through classroom instruction, laboratory skill practice, and/or work experience. Students will gain hands on knowledge in electronics, blueprint reading, measurement techniques, and prototype development.

Funeral Service Education

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Funeral Service Education at St. Louis Community College at Forest Park prepares students for any entry level position as a funeral director and embalmer in a funeral home. The Funeral Service associate degree program at St. Louis Community College at Forest Park is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE), 992 Mantua Pike, Suite 108, Woodbury Heights, NJ 08097 (816) 233-3747. Web: www.abfse.org (http://www.abfse.org/).

General Fine Arts

The Associate in Fine Arts Degree in General Fine Arts is designed for students who plan to transfer to four-year programs to earn a bachelors degree in an art-related discipline. Students may experience both two- and three- dimensional artwork through courses in painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, design, and other studio areas.

General STEM Transfer Studies

St. Louis Community College’s General STEM Transfer Studies, Associate in Science degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in one of the traditional STEM areas (science, technology, engineering, math) with a heavy emphasis on undergraduate mathematics or science.

General Transfer Studies

St. Louis Community College’s Associate in Arts degree program provides students with the fifirst two years of study toward a bachelor’s degree with a major in almost any area at a four-year college or university. Students completing the Associate in Arts degree requirements will have completed the 42 credit hours of general education requirements for all public colleges and universities in Missouri.

Graphic Communications

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Graphic Communications engages students in a dynamic, workplace-oriented, and contemporary design education that stresses innovation and career preparedness. The curriculum emphasizes a strong foundation in traditional visual arts, use of current design technology, the development of research-based creative solutions, and a human-centered design approach.

Health Information Management

Health Information Management (HIM), Associate in Applied Science, program provides students with the technical skills and knowledge required to provide reliable and valid information essential to the health care industry. Health Information Management professionals may practice in health care, health information systems industry, health information management education programs, health finance and billing services, and in health information standards and policy development.

Health Sciences

St. Louis Community College's Health Sciences, Associate in Science degree is designed for students who intend to pursue a baccalaureate degree in nursing or health sciences at STLCC or a four-year institution. Additionally, upon completion of this degree, students will have completed the prerequisites and general education requirements for Associate in Applied Science (AAS) nursing and health science programs at STLCC.

Horticulture

The Certificate of Proficiency in Horticulture focuses on the science and the art of horticulture through a combination of classroom theory, practical laboratory application, and on-the-job training. Courses in soils, plant diseases, integrated pest management, plant identification, plant culture, and cooperative horticulture are integral parts of the program. Students receive their training in the College’s greenhouses, outdoor garden classroom, and laboratories.

Horticulture

The Associate in Applied Science in Horticulture centers on both the science and the art of horticulture through a combination of classroom theory, practical laboratory application, and on-the-job training. Courses in soils, integrated pest management, plant identification, plant culture, and cooperative horticulture are integral parts of the program. Students receive their training in the College’s greenhouses, outdoor garden classroom, and laboratories.

Hospitality Management

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Hospitality Management will prepare students for entry-level management trainee positions in the hospitality industry. Coursework will introduce students to the various segments of the hospitality industry and to the business of hospitality.

Human Services

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Human Services provides students with a basic social science framework and perspective for pursuing an entry- level position in the field of human services. The program also provides currently employed human service workers the opportunity to upgrade their skills and abilities. Students are taught a specific body of theoretical knowledge and practice skills to integrate into the helping professions.

HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician, Certificate of Specialization equips students with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the field of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. This program offers comprehensive, hands-on training, preparing students for a rewarding career in this vital field. Students are prepared to pass the EPA Section 608 Certification.

Interior Design

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Interior Design prepares students for careers in interior design. The curriculum emphasizes a strong foundation in visual art skills, architecture, and space planning. Utilizing these foundations, students develop creative projects using a systematic approach to the design processes.

IT Help Desk/End User Support

IT Help Desk/End User Support Certificate of Specialization is a skill-oriented program that prepares students for help desk, computer support, and computer technician positions. The foundational principles of end-user support including client operating, system and application software, hardware installation, software installation, system configuration, problem diagnosis and resolution, and computer security will be covered.

Legal Studies for the Paralegal

The Certificate of Proficiency in Legal Studies for the Paralegal prepares and enhances student knowledge and skills for careers in the paralegal profession.

Legal Studies for the Paralegal

The Associate in Applied Science in Legal Studies for the Paralegal degree at St. Louis Community College is the oldest Paralegal degree program in the United States. It prepares and enhances student knowledge and skills for careers in the paralegal profession. Students develop a basic legal vocabulary and gain an undefirstanding of Federal and Missouri statutes, cases, regulations and court systems.

Life Science Laboratory Assistant

This program prepares students for entry-level positions in life science research, development, and production. In addition, this short-term program, designed to be delivered in two semesters, acts as a bridge into the college’s AAS Biotechnology program and other STEM programs. The certificate includes contextualized and integrated courses in life science and biotechnology delivered in a Learning Community setting.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Certificate of Proficiency provides training in MRI technologies and procedures for graduates of an associate degree program or two-year hospital-based program in another health science area. Students attend full-time and complete classroom work on campus, while clinical education is completed in an affiliated MRI department.

Network Security Engineering

Network Security Engineering Certificate of Proficiency is a skill-oriented program that prepares students to design, implement, troubleshoot, maintain, and secure enterprise network infrastructure. It starts with the foundation principles of local and wide-area, multi-segmented networks, and then covers a wide range of skills associated with all aspects of enterprise level networks for business.

Network Security Engineering

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Network Security Engineering is a skill-oriented program that prepares students to design, implement, troubleshoot, maintain, and secure enterprise networks.

Nursing

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Nursing prepares students to become registered nurses. Students learn to provide direct care for clients that is based on the nursing process. Students acquire knowledge and technical skills necessary for effective communication with clients and families. They learn management, organizational, and delegation skills necessary to provide competent care to a group of clients.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, Associate in Applied Science, prepares students for positions as occupational therapy practitioners who work under the supervision of registered occupational therapists.

Paramedic Technology

Paramedic Technology, Certificate of Proficiency prepares students for positions as emergency medical technicians-paramedics. Paramedics are skilled in patient assessment and recognition of diagnostic signs and symptoms of major injuries and illnesses. They learn to use ambulance, rescue vehicle, and hospital emergency room equipment to provide high-level emergency Fall 2025 St. Louis Community College 268 Paramedic Technology: CP (07/21/25) medical care and stabilize emergency patients.

Paramedic Technology

Paramedic Technology, Associate in Applied Science prepares students for positions as emergency medical technicians-paramedics. Paramedics are skilled in patient assessment and recognition of diagnostic signs and symptoms of major injuries and illnesses. They learn to use ambulance, rescue vehicle, and hospital emergency room equipment to provide high-level emergency medical care and stabilize emergency patients.

Photography

The Associate in Fine Arts degree in Photography is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year art program to earn a bachelor of fine arts degree. Students develop skills in black and white and digital printing techniques, learn effective methods for gathering and using information from visual images, and study current approaches used in portrait, architectural, and documentary photography.

Physical Therapist Assistant

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) prepares graduates to work as a team to assist the physical therapists (PTs) to manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities. They provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the PT to restore and promote optimal physical function, wellness, and fitness.

Practical Nursing

The Certificate of Proficiency in Practical Nursing prepares students to become Licensed Practical Nurses. Students learn to provide direct care for clients that is based on the nursing process. Students acquire knowledge and technical skills necessary for effective communication with clients and families. Graduates are awarded a certificate in Practical Nursing and are eligible to apply for the Practical Nursing licensure Exam (NCLEX-PN).

Precision Machining Technology

The Precision Machining Technology Certificate of Specialization prepares students for entry level jobs in the machine tool trade. Students will learn to safely set up and operate milling machines, lathes, grinders and drill presses. They will also learn the basics of CNC machine set up and operation. The program is designed around the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) credentials and prepares students for testing in seven of the level one credentials.

Radiologic Technology

The Radiologic Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions as radiographers (X-ray technologists). Student must attend full-time and satisfy both the didactic and clinical components to successfully complete the program. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 N.

Remote Aircraft Pilot

Remote Aircraft Pilot, Certificate of Specialization prepares students to pass the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 licensing exam and do commercial work with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in a range of fields. This program offers comprehensive, hands-on training, preparing students for a rewarding career in this vital field.

Respiratory Care

The Bachelor of Science, Respiratory Care Program graduates students with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs).

Respiratory Care

The AAS Respiratory Care program prepares graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs). Students learn to evaluate, treat, and manage patients with cardiopulmonary disorders in a variety of settings.

Skilled Trades Industrial Occupations Technology

This program provides industrial technical education and training associated with a variety of skilled trades. Dependent on the skilled trade classification, an additional 9-12 credit hours of technical courses are required for the particular Certificate of Specialization. The courses must be selected in consultation with the program advisor.

Skilled Trades Industrial Occupations Technology

Skilled Trades Industrial Occupations Technology allows individuals to earn an associate degree tailored to their occupational/career needs. College credit for technical areas may be earned through established articulation agreements with apprenticeship programs recognized by the college or individualized programs of study developed in consultation with the Engineering and Technology department.

Software Developer

The Associate in Applied Science Software Developer degree provides students with the technical skills and knowledge required to design, write, implement, secure, and maintain software systems in the enterprise. It teaches the principles of software architecture and data analysis using current development tools, languages, and environments.

Surgical Technology

The Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science program prepares students for entry level positions as surgical technologists through classroom instruction, laboratory skill practice, and clinical experience. Students will gain theoretical knowledge of the surgical environment and develop skills necessary to prepare supplies and equipment, to maintain aseptic conditions, and to assist surgeons and the surgical team by passing instrumentation during operations.

Web Developer

The Web Developer Certificate of Specialization is designed for students seeking skills to qualify for positions as Web Developers. The certificate was developed to include topics that will build the programming and design skills a Web Developer needs in order to build and maintain an organization’s website. Emphasis is placed upon object-oriented and scripted languages that are widely used for the Internet and intranets.

Welding Technology

Welding Technology, Certificate of Proficiency equips students with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the field of welding. This program offers comprehensive training in various welding techniques. Student receive hands-on training in oxy-acetylene welding, brazing, cutting, SMAW (shielded metal arc welding), GMAW (gas metal arc welding), FCAW (flux core arc welding), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), and large diameter welding. Students complete OSHA 10 and safety training.