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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.

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

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in the Administrative Professional program is designed to provide students with basic office skills. 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 Foundations: Animation and Graphics Production

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Adobe Foundations: Animation and Graphics Production program helps prepare students to create, edit, and enhance digital images, graphics, and animation for use in web, print, and video. A Certificate of Completion in Adobe Foundations: Video and Audio Production and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Web Design and Development are also available.

Adobe Foundations: Audio and Video Production

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Adobe Foundations: Audio and Video Production program helps prepare students to edit and enhance video, sound, and special effects for online and broadcast delivery. A Certificate of Completion in Adobe Foundations: Animation and Graphics Production and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Web Design and Development are also available.

Advanced Behavioral Sciences

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Advanced Behavioral Sciences prepares students to assist, as part of a clinical team, in the care of individuals and families dealing with mental illness, addictions and substance use, trauma, developmental disabilities, comorbid medical conditions, and challenging behaviors. The program includes courses designed to provide students with the skills necessary to deliver behavioral health and social services through supervised field experience.

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

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner builds the practical knowledge and skills of cloud computing. 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.

Android App Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Android App Development prepares students for employment in entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with an emphasis on Android mobile apps. This CCL will help prepare students to take the Associate Android Developer industry certification.

Applied Bilingual Spanish Language Skills

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Applied Bilingual Spanish Language Skills will introduce students to the application of Spanish-English bilingual language skills in workplace settings.

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.

Applied Storytelling

The Academic Certificate (AC) in Applied Storytelling is designed to provide students with an understanding of universal themes and basic practices, which are the foundation for storytelling. The program provides interactive storytelling training, which will enhance the skills of persons in areas such as education, the performing arts, community advocacy, workforce and business entrepreneurship, mental health, the ministry, and interpretive settings such as museums and parks.

Arizona General Education Curriculum - Arts

The Maricopa County Community College District Arizona General Education Curriculum (MCCCD AGEC) is a general education certificate that fulfills lower-division general education requirements for students planning to transfer to any Arizona public community college or university. Generally, the MCCCD AGEC transfers as a block without loss of credit.

Arizona General Education Curriculum - Business

The Maricopa County Community College District Arizona General Education Curriculum (MCCCD AGEC) is a general education certificate that fulfills lower-division general education requirements for students planning to transfer to any Arizona public community college or university. Generally, the MCCCD AGEC transfers as a block without loss of credit.

Arizona General Education Curriculum - Science

The Maricopa County Community College District Arizona General Education Curriculum (MCCCD AGEC) is a general education certificate that fulfills lower-division general education requirements for students planning to transfer to any Arizona public community college or university. Generally, the MCCCD AGEC transfers as a block without loss of credit.

Associate in Arts

The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Arts (AA) degree requires a minimum of 60 semester credits for the program of study; minimum total credits vary by specific emphasis (for example, Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Psychology). Refer to curriculum.maricopa.edu (click on Current Programs) to search for the corresponding area of emphasis for credit minimums.

Associate in Arts, Elementary Education

The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Arts, Elementary Education (AAEE) degree requires a minimum of 60 semester credits for the program of study. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (4.0 scale) and grades of "C" or better in all courses are required to earn the degree. The AAEE degree is governed by the MCCCD General Academic Policies for Transfer Degrees. Refer to curriculum.maricopa.edu (click on Current Programs) to search for the corresponding 8101 AAEE.

Associate in Arts, Fine Arts

The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA) degree requires a minimum of 60 semester credits for the program of study; however, minimum total credits for the AAFA vary by specific emphasis. Students must select one of the emphasis areas:Art, Dance, Music, Musical Theatre, or Theatre. If an emphasis area is not selected, this program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

Associate in Business, General Requirements

The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Business General Requirements (ABUS-GR) degree requires a minimum of 62 semester credits for the program of study. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (4.0 scale) and grades of C or better are required in all courses to earn the degree. The Associate in Business-General Requirements degree is governed by the MCCCD General Academic Policies for Transfer Degrees.

Associate in Business, Special Requirements

The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Business, Special Requirements (ABUS-SR) degree requires a minimum of 62 semester credits for the program of study. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (4.0 scale) and grades of "C" or better are required in all courses to earn the degree. The Associate in BusinessSpecial Requirements degree is governed by the MCCCD General Academic Policies for Transfer Degrees.

Associate in General Studies

The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in General Studies degree requires 60-64 semester credits in courses numbered 100 and above. The degree includes the following components: I. Required Courses (1-3 credits) First Year Experience (all courses completed with a grade of "C" or better) II.

Associate in Science

The Maricopa County Community College District Associate in Science (AS) degree requires a minimum of 60 semester credits for the program of study; minimum total credits vary by specific emphasis (for example, Associate in Science, Emphasis in Physics). Refer to curriculum.maricopa.edu and click on Current Programs to search for the corresponding area of emphasis for credit minimums.

Award: CCL Total Credits: 27 CIP Code: 13.1501 SOC Code: 25-0941.00 Instructional Assistance

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Instructional Assistance program is designed to prepare students to assist the classroom teacher in grades K through 12. Program requirements include coursework in foundations of education and language as well as practical application coursework, including a practicum within a classroom setting. Program Notes: Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Behavioral Sciences

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Behavioral Sciences provides a general education as well as focused coursework in human behavior to prepare students to assist, as part of a clinical team, in the care of individuals and families dealing with mental illness, addictions and substance use, trauma, developmental disabilities, comorbid medical conditions, and challenging behaviors.

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 professionallevel networking technologies and architecture.

Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise Core

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise Core builds the knowledge and skills needed for professional-level networking technologies and architecture. This CCL includes the fundamental concepts of virtualization, network assurance, security, and automation, as well as hands-on opportunities to apply these concepts to real-world applications.

Cisco Network Administration and 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.

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: CCNP

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cisco Network Administration: CCNP provides students with advanced knowledge and skills to install, configure, and maintain Cisco routers and switches; configure advanced routing protocols, Local Area Networks (LANs), and Wide Area Networks (WANs); troubleshoot complex hardware and software configurations; and perform administrative tasks in a network at the professional level.

Commercial Real Estate

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Commercial Real Estate is designed for additional preparation for the new agent or broker and to provide specialized professional development for the experienced professional agent or broker. The CCL includes a core of classes in the foundations of commercial real estate, ethics, and the required research and computational skills in the field. The program also offers the opportunity to explore specializations within the industry.

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

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

Computer System Configuration and Support, Network

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

Computer System Configuration and Support, Security

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

Construction Technology

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Construction Technology prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in carpentry or plumbing or electrical systems in residential and commercial settings. Instruction is in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the construction trade, and includes course work in safety, tools and equipment, construction calculations, blueprint reading, and trade-specific codes, material characteristics, and installation techniques.

Construction Trades: Carpentry

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Construction Trades: Carpentry is designed to provide knowledge, safety, and skills in the carpentry construction trade. This program is an introduction to common construction skills to include safety, codes, construction drawings, tools, wall systems, flooring systems, and roof systems. Students can seek employment as carpentry technicians on residential and commercial job sites.

Construction Trades: Carpentry, Commercial and Residential

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Construction Trades: Carpentry, Commercial and Residential is designed to provide knowledge, safety, and skills in the carpentry construction trade. This program reinforces common construction skills to include use of tools, adherence to safety and codes, and reading construction drawings. It offers further theory and practice in commercial and specialty carpentry, to include steel framing, conventional roofing, interior finishing, and concrete forms.

Construction Trades: Electrical

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Construction Trades: Electrical is designed to provide beginning knowledge, safety, and skills in the electrical construction trade. This program is an introduction to common construction to include use of tools, safety, codes, installation of circuitry, equipment, construction drawings, and a basic understanding of electricity. Students can seek employment as electrical technicians on residential and commercial job sites.

Construction Trades: Electrical, Commercial and Residential

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Construction Trades: Electrical, Commercial and Residential is designed to provide knowledge, safety, and skills in the electrical construction trade. This program reinforces common construction skills to include use of tools, adherence to safety and codes, and reading construction drawings.

Construction Trades: Plumbing

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Construction Trades: Plumbing is designed to provide knowledge safety and skills in the plumbing construction trade. This program is an introduction to common construction skills to include safety; codes; construction drawings; tools; fixtures; pipes and fittings; drain, waste, and vent systems; and water distribution systems. Students can seek employment as plumbing technicians on residential and commercial job sites.

Construction Trades: Plumbing, Commercial and Residential

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Construction Trades: Plumbing, Commercial and Residential is designed to provide knowledge safety and skills in the plumbing construction trade. This program reinforces common construction skills to include use of tools, adherence to safety and codes, and reading construction drawings.

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.

Crime Scene Investigation

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Crime Scene Investigation is designed to develop knowledge and skills required to investigate and reconstruct crime scenes using scientific evidence and logical analysis. The program provides instruction in criminal investigation procedures, collection and preservation of physical and biological evidence, death investigation techniques, crime scene reconstruction methodology and presentation of testimony in court.

Cross-Platform App Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cross-Platform App Development prepares students for employment in entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with an emphasis on Windows Mobile apps and web apps. This CCL will help students prepare to take the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Software Development Fundamentals C# certification.

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.

Desktop Support

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Desktop 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, network, and security technologies, as well as the interpersonal skills in customer service/technical support needed to be successful within the industry.

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. This degree will prepare highly skilled and needed workers for area manufacturers and the tech industry.

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.

Entrepreneurial Studies Level II

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Entrepreneurial Studies Level II program is designed to prepare students to acquire additional skills, tools and knowledge necessary for successful venture opportunities. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Entrepreneurial Studies Level I is also available and fully embedded in this program.

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.

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.

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.

Fingerprint Identification and Photography

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Fingerprint Identification and Photography is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the field of fingerprint classification and identification. It is one pathway to the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Forensic Science.

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 Behavioral Sciences

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Foundations of Behavioral Sciences is designed to provide students with a foundational study of human behavior and prepare them to assist, as part of a clinical team, in the care of individuals and families dealing with mental illness, comorbid medical conditions, and challenging behaviors. The program includes courses designed to provide students with the skills necessary to deliver essential behavioral health and social services.

Foundations of Mobile App Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in the Foundations of Mobile App Development prepares students for employment in entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with foundational experience in a variety of platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows and web app development. Courses in this certificate can apply toward the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Mobile App Development and Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Mobile App Development.

Foundations of Storytelling

The Academic Certificate (AC) in Foundations of Storytelling is designed to provide students with an understanding of universal themes and basic practices, which are the foundation for storytelling. The program provides interactive storytelling training, which will enhance the skills of persons in areas such as education, the performing arts, community advocacy, workforce and business entrepreneurship, mental health, the ministry, and interpretive settings such as museums and parks.

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. Program Notes: Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

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.

Homeland Security

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Homeland Security program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to conduct a homeland security evaluation and to assess, investigate and respond to terrorism incidents. It also provides criminal justice practitioners with an opportunity for academic growth and the development of specialized skills in homeland security.

Human Resources Management

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Human Resources Management program is designed to provide skills necessary for careers in human resources management. The program is designed to provide students a series of courses with an emphasis in management and is designed to prepare students for an entry-level position in human resources. Graduates may be employed in employment (recruiting, interviewing, and hiring), benefits administration, compensation, and employee relations.

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.

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

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Management program 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. 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.

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 App 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.

Mobile App Development

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Mobile App Development provides students with the design and programming skills necessary for entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with an emphasis on mobile apps. Students will be prepared for transfer to selected BAS programs. Students will be prepared to take the App Developer with Swift Certification Level 1, Microsoft C# Software Essentials, and Associate Android Developer certifications.

Music Industry Studies: Music Business

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Music Industry Studies: 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.

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

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Music Business II 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. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Music Industries: Music Business is available.

Native Mobile App Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Native Mobile App Development prepares students for employment in entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with an emphasis on native iOS and Android mobile apps. This CCL will help students prepare to take the App Developer with Swift Certification Level 1 and Associate Android Developer certifications.

Network and Systems Administration

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Network and Systems Administration program provides students with a solid, hands-on skill set of computer, networking, and internetworking systems technology principles and desktop support.

Organizational Leadership

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Organizational Leadership is designed to prepare students with knowledge and skills needed in today`s changing workplace. 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.

Organizational Management

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Organizational Management program is designed with a customized curriculum specific to the student`s individual needs in addition to the knowledge and skills needed in today`s changing workplace. 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.

Personal Training

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 Training: 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.

Programming

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Programming is designed to prepare the student to work in the programming field. Courses focus on programming theory, Java programming, Visual Basic programming, and web programming. Suggested Course Plan Sequenced by Semester: RS, SM Program Notes: Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Python Applications

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Python Applications is designed to provide students with a set of skills necessary to successfully perform Python related programming projects. The courses consist of both practical knowledge and hands-on experience with the Python language and the programming techniques used in the industry. Through the elective courses, students will be able to apply the knowledge obtained to specific areas of interest using Python.

Real Estate: Prelicense

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Real Estate: Prelicense introduces students to the real estate profession. This program is designed to prepare students to meet the requirements to take the Arizona State Real Estate Salesperson`s Exam.

Red Hat Linux Administrator

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

Red Hat Linux Engineer

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Red Hat Linux Engineer program is designed to help prepare students for employment or to improve current professional skills. The program includes in depth Red Hat Enterprise Linux system networking including integrating Linux servers and workstations into a network environment with multi-platform network operating systems with a variety of open-standard and proprietary protocols.

Retail Management

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Retail Management is designed to prepare individuals working in the retail industry, and related fields, for the industry training needs in supervision and management, marketing, financial management, and business planning. The curriculum encompasses several business essentials and also emphasizes the skill sets needed for effective management and communication in the work environment.

Retail Management

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Retail Management degree is designed to prepare individuals working in the retail management, food industry, and related fields, for the midlevel management position challenges of the future. The curriculum encompasses business essentials and also emphasizes the skill sets needed for effective management and communication in the work environment.

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.

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). Program Notes: This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid. Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Sustainability and Ecological Literacy

The interdisciplinary Academic Certificate (AC) in Sustainability and Ecological Literacy enhances students` understanding of sustainable living practices associated with economics, equity and the environment. Through a combination of coursework and experiential learning, students engage in critical thinking, inquiry, and discourse, skills necessary for becoming socially responsible citizens who are ecologically and environmentally aware.

The Certificate of Completion in Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise is currently not Title IV Federal Financial Aid eligible.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise builds the advanced knowledge and skills needed for professional-level networking technologies and architecture. This CCL includes fundamental concepts of virtualization, network assurance, security, automation, and the implementation and troubleshooting of advanced routing technologies, as well as hands-on opportunities to apply these concepts to real-world applications.

The Certificate of Completion in Construction Trades: Masonry is currently not Title IV Federal Financial Aid eligible.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Construction Trades: Masonry is designed to provide knowledge, safety, and skills in the masonry trade. This program reinforces common construction skills to include use of tools, adherence to safety and codes, and reading construction drawings. It offers further theory and practice in mortar, masonry units, and installation techniques. Students could seek entry level employment as masons on residential and commercial job sites.

The Certificate of Completion in Human Resources: Compensation and Benefits is currently not Title IV Federal Financial Aid eligible.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Human Resources: Compensation and Benefits is designed to provide skills necessary for employment in the human resources field. The program provides coursework with an emphasis in the knowledge needed to work within compensation and benefits. Upon completion of this program, possible entry-level positions include payroll clerk, compensation specialist, benefits specialist, benefits coordinator, payroll administrator, or payroll specialist.

Traditional and Fact-Based Storytelling

The Academic Certificate (AC) in Traditional and Fact-Based Storytelling is designed to provide students with an understanding of universal themes and basic practices, which are the foundation for storytelling. The program provides interactive storytelling training, which will enhance the skills of persons in areas such as education, the performing arts, community advocacy, workforce and business entrepreneurship, mental health, the ministry, and interpretive settings such as museums and parks.

Victimology

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Victimology is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a course of study specifically focused on crisis intervention, community services, and victim rights. It is one pathway to the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice.

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 Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Web Development prepares students to create and administer interactive and professional websites. 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.

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.

Windows App Development

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Windows App Development prepares students for employment in entry-level coding, programming, and software development positions with an emphasis on Windows platform and cross-platform apps. This CCL will help prepare students to take the MTA Software Development Fundamentals C# certification.