State Fair Community College

Agribusiness

The Professional Certificate in Agribusiness is designed to provide the student with business skills specific to agriculture. Career paths such as production agriculture, agricultural lending, commodity marketing, risk management, business management, and agricultural retail sales would be well served by completion of this certificate.

Agriculture with Emphasis in Agribusiness

The Agribusiness program provides a vast assortment of opportunities. Firms supply farmers with fertilizer, seed, feed, fuel, chemicals, machinery, equipment, marketing, credit, and supplies. Agribusinesses also produce, buy, process, package, transport, and deliver livestock and products to the consumer. In agribusiness, trained staff familiar with agriculture, marketing, accounting, economics, and public relations is a must.

Agriculture with Emphasis in Agronomy

The Agronomy program provides students with a strong foundation to pursue a career in an agronomic related field. As world population approaches nine billion people, agronomists will be responsible for increasing food production on fewer acres while ensuring resources will be available for future generations. Employment opportunities include crop and seed production; fertilizer sales and application; pest and weed control; seed sales; crop scouting; seed analysts, and soil scientists.

Agriculture with Emphasis in Animal Science

The Animal Science program is focused on the livestock portion of the agricultural industry. Students will gain a fundamental knowledge of livestock production through animal selection and reproduction, nutrition, and management courses. This program focuses on all species of livestock and is intended for students pursuing a career in livestock production.

Agriculture with Emphasis in Horticulture

The Horticulture program will prepare students for numerous career opportunities with practical experience in a fully equipped greenhouse and an internship to enhance the classroom learning experiences. Workers in landscaping, groundskeeping, nursery, greenhouse, and lawn service occupations are responsible for a variety of tasks necessary to achieve a pleasant and functional outdoor environment. They also care for indoor gardens and planting in commercial and public facilities.

Architectural Design

The Skills Certificate in Architectural Design provides necessary skills and knowledge to obtain employment in the growing, high- demand engineering design field as a designer/drafter in an architectural environment. The outlook for competent designers is expected to increase faster than average since all new buildings require designs and specifications to manufacture, build and assemble.

Art

The Associate of Fine Arts in Art degree from State Fair Community College is designed for the student who wants to transfer to a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree in Art.

Associate of Arts

The Associate of Arts (AA) degree from State Fair Community College is designed for the student who wants to transfer to a four- year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree. If you’re undecided on a major, the AA degree can serve as a springboard to explore new interests. It allows for flexibility and provides a wide choice of classes. We’re here to help you discover the huge variety of academic programs and transfer options available to you with an Associate of Arts degree.

Associate of Arts in Teaching

The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree prepares students with a foundation in educational principles, theory and practice, and exposes them to complex problems and relationships in the field of education. Teachers play an essential role in fostering the intellectual and social development of children in their formative years. Using a variety of active learning approaches, teachers help children understand abstract principles, solve problems, and develop critical thought processes.

Associate of General Studies

The Associate of General Studies provides students flexibility to study areas of personal interest, complement existing talents and skills, and adapt the learning outcomes to meet future career, employment, and/or educational goals. For students planning to transfer to another college or university, this degree may not be as appropriate as an Associate of Arts, an Associate of Science, or an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology program gives students the opportunity to study automotive systems in depth, beginning with fundamental principles and quickly advancing to more sophisticated theories and application. Along with classroom study, the program is designed to help students develop a strong skill foundation through lab and shop learning activities.

Automotive Technology

The Professional Certificate in Automotive Technology requires satisfactory completion of the 13 core courses within the Automotive Technology program. Students who complete this course of study will learn automotive systems, theory and principles and receive specialized hands-on training using up-to-date industry standard equipment. With this certificate, the student will be prepared to enter the labor force equipped with the knowledge and skills to go to work.

Behavioral Health Support

The Behavioral Health Support (BHS) program will provide students with the education and skills needed to work in a variety of behavioral health or substance abuse support roles. Students will train for entry-level positions such as care coordinators, community support specialists, and case managers. Upon completion of the program, students will have the required skills to provide quality case management to clients in a variety of settings who need guidance and support.

Business Management

In the Business Management program, students should possess leadership and decision-making skills and enjoy analyzing information and implementing solutions in a variety of situations. It is essential that a student possess good communication and human relation skills to be successful. Employment opportunities in this area typically are found in entry-level positions in human resource management, banking, insurance, and entry-level management in areas such as retail, sales and food service.

Chemistry

The Associate of Science (AS) in Chemistry is designed for students who want to earn a bachelor’s degree in chemistry at a four- year institution. Students take basic courses common to most science and pre-health disciplines and continue their studies of chemistry at their transfer school.

Computer and Network Administration

The Computer and Network Administration program prepares students for a number of certifications, including A+, Network +, Security +CCNA, MCP, MCSA, or MCSE. Students work on current versions of software and hardware. The high demand for certified network administrators will continue to increase as software and hardware become more and more complex. Typical job titles for this degree are systems administrator, IT specialist, IT manager, LAN administrator, or network manager.

Computer Information Systems with Emphasis in Accounting

The Computer Information Systems (CIS) with Emphasis in Accounting program can launch an exciting career. Changes in markets and technology have transformed the way companies compete in the global workplace. Businesses are rapidly computerizing their accounting and information systems. Preparing for tomorrow’s jobs today requires a new level of skill and dedication. Working in the field of accounting computer information systems demands patience, persistence and extreme accuracy.

Computer Information Systems with Emphasis in Programming

The Computer Information Systems with Emphasis in Programming program prepares students to enter an exciting field of computer programming. Local, national and international companies including banks, insurance companies, state agencies, and major programming firms have hired State Fair Community College graduates. Students receive hands-on experience in programming.

Computer Information Systems with Emphasis in Web Development

The Computer Information Systems with Emphasis in Web Development program is designed for the individual seeking a career in the world of cyber industry. With the explosion of e-commerce, many companies now generate a substantial percentage of their revenue from online purchases. Even the smallest companies have a presence on the Web. Companies are seeking individuals with the ability to create interactive websites capable of accessing multiple databases.

Computer User Support

The Skills Certificate in Computer User Support is designed to help students prepare for an entry-level technician position. This certificate includes introductory courses in networking, programming, applications, and communications.

Construction Management Technology

The Construction Management Technology program can provide the knowledge and skills needed to begin a rewarding career in the construction industry. In this program, theory and practical courses are combined to lead to competencies needed to meet employers’ needs. Graduates may work with businesses engaged in all areas of construction. The jobs are varied and challenging, including general contractors, construction management, materials suppliers, and employment with government agencies.

Construction Management Technology

The Professional Certificate in Construction Management Technology covers the fundamentals of construction principles and applications. The graduate can apply skills obtained in print reading, construction management, construction materials and methods, construction safety, codes Building and beginning estimating in jobs related to the construction industry. Completion of this certificate will also transition into the Associate of Applied Science in Construction Management Technology.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice program prepares students to enter the job market for various occupations in criminal justice, including but not limited to law enforcement and corrections. In addition, successful completion of the degree requirements prepares students to enter a law enforcement training academy for Missouri police officers. The Associate of Arts degree is designed for students seeking to continue their education at a four-year college or university.

Cyber Security

With the number of unfilled cyber security jobs estimated at well over one million, the Skills Certificate in Cyber Security is designed to prepare students for this career field. While cyber security analyst, network defender, and penetration tester are just a few of the roles available, this Skills Certificate will give students a fundamental understanding of concepts and skills needed to get this career started on the right track.

Dental Hygiene

Dental hygienists are the only member of the dental health team licensed to provide direct care to the patient, other than the dentist. The dental hygienist works under the supervision of the dentist by performing duties delegated by the dentist in accordance with the Missouri Dental Practice Act. They work directly with patients to help them care for their oral health.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, or ultrasound technologists, operate equipment that utilizes high frequency sound waves to produce images of internal organs. The images obtained by sonographers are used in the diagnosis and monitoring of various medical conditions and disease processes. Sonographers may specialize in multiple modalities including, but not limited to, cardiac, vascular, abdomen, and obstetrics and gynecology.

Digital Media Communications

The Digital Media Communications program builds skills in mass communication, graphic design, journalism, marketing, and public relations within the realm of new technologies including blogs, podcasts, video production, websites, and social media platforms.

Digital Media Communications

The Skills Certificate in Digital Media Communications is designed to retrain professionals on principles in marketing, public relations, and imaging within the realm of new technologies, including blogs, podcasts, video production, websites, and social media platforms.

Digital Video

Students who complete the Skills Certificate in Digital Video will be able to film, edit, and produce video content for personal or commercial applications, including small business, corporate, and non-profit needs.

Early Childhood Development

The Early Childhood Development program prepares graduates to enter the child care field at several levels. Graduates from the program will be prepared to manage an in-home child care facility, teach in an early childhood classroom or be a director for an early childhood center. This program offers various forms of classroom options (hybrid, online and on ground) to enable students who are employed in the field to complete a degree and increase their opportunities for advancement.

Early Childhood Development

Early childhood development involves teaching, inspiring, and nurturing young children ages from birth through age eight (third grade). Students will gain an understanding of the child growth and development and the best practices for evaluating and fostering the child’s emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development.

Electro-Mechanical Technology

The Skills Certificate in Electro-Mechanical Technology provides new and existing maintenance technicians with state-of-the-art skills in maintaining and troubleshooting industrial electricity and mechanical devices.

Engineering

The Associate of Science (AS) in Engineering is designed for students who want to earn a bachelor’s degree in any engineering field at a four-year institution. Students take basic courses common to most engineering disciplines and continue their studies in specialized areas (electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical, etc.) at their transfer school.

Engineering Design Technology

The Engineering Design Technology program will provide necessary skills and knowledge to obtain employment in the growing, high-demand engineering design field as a designer/drafter in a manufacturing, civil, structural, or architectural environment. The outlook for competent designers is expected to increase faster than average since all new products and buildings require designs and specifications to manufacture, build and assemble.

Engineering Design Technology

The Professional Certificate in Engineering Design Technology will provide necessary skills and knowledge to obtain employment in the growing, high-demand engineering design field as a designer/drafter in a manufacturing, civil, structural, or architectural environment. The outlook for competent designers is expected to increase faster than average since all new products and buildings require designs and specifications to manufacture, build and assemble.

Enterprise Server Administration

The Skills Certificate in Enterprise Server Administration is designed to prepare students for entry into the server administration field and includes courses such as Server Administration, Directory Services, as well as a choice of electives from other server technologies common to today’s corporate IT environments.

Fire Science

The Fire Science program prepares students to enter an exciting career as a firefighter. All fire specific courses are taught by experienced firefighters and offer the opportunity for current firefighters to upgrade job skills or prepare themselves as supervisors in their departments. It also prepares students who wish to begin a career in firefighting.

Fire Science

The Professional Certificate in Fire Science prepares students to enter an exciting career as a firefighter. All fire specific courses are taught by experienced firefighters and offer the opportunity for current firefighters to upgrade job skills or prepare themselves as supervisors in their departments. It also prepares students who wish to begin a career in firefighting.

First Line Supervision in Office Support

The first line manager is the bridge between the line staff and management. This certificate is designed to provide front line employees with the skills necessary to transition to a supervisory role. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of leadership, human relations, communication, and functions of business.

First Line Supervision in Production

The first line manager is the bridge between the line staff and management. This certificate is designed to provide front line employees with the skills necessary to transition to a supervisory role. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of leadership, human relations, communication, and quality.

First Line Supervision in Retail

The first line manager is the bridge between the line staff and management. This certificate is designed to provide front line employees with the skills necessary to transition to a supervisory role. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of leadership, human relations, communication, and customer service.

Health Care Specialist with Emphasis in Nurse Aide

The Health Care Specialist with emphasis in Nurse Aide program includes all the courses from the Professional Certificate in Nurse Aide. Graduates of this program will have the skills necessary to work in all capacities of a long-term care facility.

Health Care Specialist with Emphasis in Pharmacy Technician

The Health Care Specialist with emphasis in Pharmacy Technician program includes all the courses from the Professional Certificate in Pharmacy Technician. Graduates of this program will have the skills necessary to work in both retail and hospital pharmacies, as well as related fields in the health care industry. The CPhT is a nationally recognized certification and is required in some states.

Health Information Technology

The Health Information Technology (HIT) program will give students the education needed for greater success in their new chosen profession. The value in completing the HIT degree is eligibility to take the national credentialing exam for registered health information technicians.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Controls Technology

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Controls Technology program was designed to equip students with the valuable knowledge and hands-on skills needed to obtain a remarkable start to a fulfilling career. This program is comprised of the basic elements of refrigeration and the latest of energy controls technologies, in order to develop a technician who can demonstrate the competencies that are vastly needed in an expanding industry.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Controls Technology

The Professional Certificate in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Controls Technology for a Technical Level 1 will provide necessary skills and knowledge to obtain employment as an entry level service technician. Not all courses are offered every semester. Check with your navigator or the program coordinator. Refer to the course descriptions for prerequisites.

Industrial Technology with Emphasis in Electrical Maintenance

The Industrial Technology with Emphasis in Electrical Maintenance program is designed to prepare students as electrical and maintenance technologists or millwrights for employment in commercial, production, manufacturing, and other industrial settings. Inclusion of all major maintenance disciplines results in a comprehensive knowledge and skill base.

Information Security

The Skills Certificate in Information Security is designed to prepare students for entry into the information security field. In addition to covering basic network and security and related topics, students will study Ethical Hacking and Digital Forensics.

IT Essential Skills

The Professional Certificate in IT Essential Skills will teach students essential core Information from Information Technology disciplines which will allow them to be better prepared to enter the workforce in a variety of entry level roles.

Machine Tool Technology

The Professional Certificate in Machine Tool Technology gives the student machine shop skills, including conventional and CNC machining processes. There is a strong emphasis on preparing the students for entry-level employment in the machine shop industry, including computer numerical controlled (CNC) operators and setup, manual machinists, computer aided drafting (CAD) and computer aided manufacturing (CAM) users, and inspectors.

Machinist Level I

The Skills Certificate in Machinist Level I is designed for the student who wants to get into the manufacturing workforce as soon as possible. Upon completion of the certificate, students will gain knowledge and exposure to various styles of machining, including manual and computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining. The certificate also allows students to gain certifications from the National Institute for Metal Working Skills (NIMS).

Manufacturing Production Technician

The Professional Certificate in Manufacturing Production Technician prepares students for entry into production employment with a solid foundation of manufacturing processes, safety, quality, operations and maintenance functions. The four CPT courses have a certification assessment through the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC).

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The Manufacturing Technology with Emphasis in Precision Machining Technology program teaches the processes of manufacturing and machining with an understanding of specifications, dimensions, materials, quality, print reading, assembly methods, and inspection.

Manufacturing Technology with Emphasis in Welding Technology

The Manufacturing Technology with Emphasis in Welding Technology program is designed for the individual who wants to learn the millwright trade, fabrication/shop management or quality control/quality assurance. The program is a combination of the welding and machine tool programs, and the successful student will have the skills and knowledge to become part of today’s workforce.

Marine Technology

The Marine Technology program is a partnership with the Lake Career and Technical Center (LCTC) in Camdenton and State Fair Community College-Lake of the Ozarks. The program courses are only taught at the LCTC campus in Camdenton. The general education requirements are taught at State Fair Community College locations.

Mechanical Design

The Skills Certificate in Mechanical Design provides necessary skills and knowledge to obtain employment in the growing, high- demand engineering design field as a designer/drafter in a manufacturing and engineering environment. The outlook for competent designers is expected to increase faster than average since all new products require designs and specifications to manufacture, build and assemble.

Medical Assisting

The student interested in an Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting will first complete the requirements for the Professional Certificate in Medical Assisting and pass the certification exam in Medical Assisting prior to completion of the rest of the Associate of Applied Science requirements.

Medical Assisting

The Skills Certificate in Medical Assisting is an online program with four hours a week in a lab or clinical setting on-ground. The program provides theory, laboratory practice, and clinical application to meet student-learning outcomes. Students are introduced to diverse opportunities in medical assisting to achieve entry–level performance as a medical assistant. Students will be cross-trained in administrative and clinical skills, as well as patient privacy, sensitivity and empathy.

Medical Coding

The Professional Certificate in Medical Coding will prepare students for The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) certification exam to become a certified coder. Medical coders assign a code to each diagnosis and procedure by using classification systems. The classification system determines the amount for which health care providers will be reimbursed if the patient is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or other insurance programs using the system.

Medical Laboratory Technician

The Missouri Health Professions Consortium (MHPC) Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program curriculum includes on-campus or virtual classroom instruction, on-campus laboratory instruction and an off-campus clinical rotation component encompassing the areas of Hematology and Coagulation, Clinical Microbiology, Parasitology, Mycology and Virology, Immunohematology, Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis, Immunology and Phlebotomy.

Millwright Technician

The Professional Certificate in Millwright Technician is designed to provide students instruction in all major maintenance disciplines resulting in a comprehensive knowledge and skill base including the basics of welding, structural welding, lathe and milling machine operations.

Music

The Associate of Fine Arts in Music degree from State Fair Community College is designed for the student who wants to transfer to a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree in music. Students must attend and pass four semesters of MUS 195 Concert and Recital Attendance.

Nurse Aide

The Skills Certificate in Nurse Aide is designed to provide a student with the training to become a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Technician (CMT). The courses are offered on-ground and online, and clinicals are on-site at an approved long-term care facility. A CNA works closely with nurses and the health care team.

Nursing

Upon successful completion of the Practical Nursing (Year One) coursework and subsequent LPN licensure, students may transition seamlessly into the AAS in Nursing (Year Two) program without having to reapply. In addition, Licensed Practical Nurses and Licensed Paramedics will be eligible to apply for advanced placement in Year Two (Level 2).

Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Occupational Therapy Assistant program is a one-plus degree program that prepares students to practice as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) after meeting certification and state licensure standards. State Fair Community College (SFCC) is one of five colleges in Missouri Health Professions Consortium (MHPC) currently offering this program.

Pharmacy Technician

The Skills Certificate in Pharmacy Technician provides the knowledge and skills to prepare students with no pharmacy background to take the Pharmacy Technician Certificate Board Examination (PTCE) to achieve CPhT designation.

Pipe Welding

The Professional Certificate in Pipe Welding is for students who want to learn the skills of pipe welding. The course follows the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) section 9 codes. The course involves Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) of pipe in the 2G, 5G, and 6G positions. The successful student will be eligible for up to six ASME section 9 qualifications in pipe.

Practical Nursing

Programming

The Skills Certificate in Programming is designed to allow students to achieve this qualification in a single 18-credit hour semester. The courses for this certificate prepare students for entry-level programming jobs using the languages of Visual Basic, C#, Java, and an understanding of database relationships and SQL coding.

Radiologic Technology

The Radiologic Technology program is dedicated to serving the rural communities of western Missouri through the preparation of highly competent, registry-eligible medical imaging professionals. The program provides a solid educational base and a thorough professional preparation that will allow the graduate to competitively enter the workforce, continue their education in advanced imaging technologies, and/or transfer into baccalaureate degree programs in imaging science.

Respiratory Care

State Fair Community College offers the Respiratory Care program through the Missouri Health Professional Consortium (MHPC) and is coordinated through East Central College as a hybrid program. The AAS in Respiratory Care is a one-plus-one-degree program which prepares students to practice as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and to become state licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Robotics and Automation Technician

The Professional Certificate in Robotics and Automation Technician is designed to prepare students as robotics and automation technicians for employment in commercial, production, manufacturing, and other industrial settings. Competency is gained in robot setup, record and/or troubleshooting programs, interpreting and utilizing electrical diagrams for troubleshooting, programming, troubleshooting and converting machinery to programmable logic control.

Structural Welding

The Skills Certificate in Structural Welding is designed for the student who wants to get into the workforce as soon as possible. The welding courses follow American Welding Society (AWS) guidelines, and the successful student will be eligible for up to six AWS welder qualifications, according to the AWS D 1.1 Structural Welding Code.

Surgical Technology

The Surgical Technology program is designed to deliver the educational foundation for students to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology degree. The minimum expectation is to prepare entry-level Surgical Technologists who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. This 12-month hybrid program requires an additional program application and acceptance.

Systems Administration & Network Automation

With ever-changing business environments and the demand for Computer Information Systems professionals, the Skills Certificate in Systems Administration & Network Automation will give students a fundamental understanding of concepts and skills needed to begin this career. This certificate is designed to provide students with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to manage the systems and networks on which today’s businesses rely.

Theatre

The Associate of Fine Arts in Theatre degree from State Fair Community College is designed for the student who wants to transfer to a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree in Theatre.

Total Productive Maintenance

The Professional Certificate in Total Productive Maintenance is designed to prepare students as industrial maintenance technologists or millwrights for employment in commercial, production, manufacturing, and other industrial settings. Inclusion of major maintenance disciplines of fluid power, mechanics, electrical, and PLC controls results in a comprehensive knowledge and skill base, with emphasis on safety, reliability, predictive, and preventive maintenance.

Web Design Applications

The Professional Certificate in Web Design Applications prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of digital imaging. Job opportunities include digital imager, imaging technician and graphic artist. Employment responsibilities in these areas includes: scanning, image enhancement, image manipulation, and page layout. The courses in this certificate may also be used to satisfy requirements for the Web Development degree.

Welding Technology

The Professional Certificate in Welding Technology is a one-year certificate program and is based on four semesters of instruction and hands-on experience. Students will study oxy/acetylene welding and cutting; shielded metal arc welding (stick); gas metal arc welding (mig); gas tungsten arc welding (tig), and plasma arc cutting. All welding procedures follow American Welding Society (AWS) guidelines. Welder qualifications are available for the successful student in AWS D 1.