Three Rivers College

Accounting

The Certificate of Accounting provides a basic knowledge of accounting principles combined with computer skills necessary for advancement in the field of accounting. The Certificate of Accounting will apply toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting Technology. It could also be beneficial for persons with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Office Administration, Medical Billing and Coding or Business Management.

Accounting Technology

The Accounting Technology program is designed for students planning a career that requires expertise in accounting, information systems, and/or communication. Possible areas of employment include healthcare, banking, manufacturing, merchandising, and public accounting.

Administration of Justice

Agribusiness

This program is for students who want to develop entry-level skills to enter agriculture- related industry or production.

Agribusiness

This program is for students who want to develop management and technical skills to enter agriculture-related industry or production.

Agriculture

Agriculture Equipment Technician

The Agriculture Equipment Technician one-year certificate focuses on providing students with the necessary skills for entry-level technician positions.

Agriculture Systems Technician

The purpose of the Agriculture Systems Technician one-year certificate is to provide students with skills in electrical, welding, and pest management for entry level positions such as agriculture technicians and production welders in agriculture-related industries.

Agriculture Systems Technician-Agriculture Equipment Option

The purpose of the Agriculture Systems Technician AAS program is to provide students with skills in welding and pest management for entry-level positions such as farm mechanics, agriculture technicians, and production welders in agriculture-related industries. The Agriculture Equipment Technician Option focuses on repair and maintenance of agriculture equipment.

Agriculture Systems Technician-Agriculture Systems Tech Option

The purpose of the Agriculture Systems Technician AAS program is to provide students with skills in welding and pest management for entry-level positions such as farm mechanics, agriculture technicians, and production welders in agriculture-related industries. The Agriculture Systems Technician Option provides a broad foundational education covering agriculture, electric, and welding.

Agriculture Systems Technician-Diesel Technology Option

The purpose of the Agriculture Systems Technician AAS program is to provide students with skills in welding and pest management for entry-level positions such as farm mechanics, agriculture technicians, and production welders in agriculture-related industries. The Diesel Technology Option focuses on the repair and maintenance of commercial transportation equipment.

Art

Behavioral Health Support

The Behavioral Health Support curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in state, county, and local human service agencies. Graduates will incorporate the learned skills and attributes in order to collaborate with mental health professionals and interact with clients with behavioral and mental health diagnoses.

Biological Sciences

Business Administration

Business Management

The Business Management program is designed for students to develop skills needed for positions in the fields of marketing and management. The program focuses on accounting, administration, management, marketing, hospitality and tourism, and sales.

Career and Technical Studies

Allow students who have completed a two-year program at an area technical career center to receive free college credit for that work applied toward an Associate of Applied Science degree. Three Rivers College’s Career and Technical Studies Program allows high school and adult students at technical career centers in Southeast Missouri to earn credits toward an Associate of Applied Science Degree at no cost.

Chemistry

Civil Engineering Technician

This program focuses on fundamental marketable skills in the surveying field. It prepares students for entry-level positions in the civil and construction industry.

Communication

Construction Specialist

This option in the Engineering Technology program focuses on construction management, estimating, materials, and methods of construction. This degree option prepares students for entry-level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the construction industry.

Construction Technology-Civil Engineering Technology Option

This option in the Construction Technology program focuses on civil engineering. The Construction Technology AAS degree prepares students for entry-level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the construction industry.

Construction Technology-Electrical Option

This option in the Construction Technology program focuses on electrical. The Construction Technology AAS degree prepares students for entry level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the construction industry.

Construction Technology-HVAC/R Option

This option in the Construction Technology program focuses on Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration. The Construction Technology AAS degree prepares students for entry level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the construction industry.

Construction Technology-Plumbing Option

This option in the Construction Program focuses on Plumbing. The Construction Technology AAS degree prepares students for entry level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the construction industry.

Construction Technology-Specialist Option

This option in the Construction Technology program focuses on Construction Specialist. The Construction Technology AAS degree prepares students for entry-level employment and a foundation for future advancement in the construction industry.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice program prepares individuals for a career in law enforcement and police work. In addition to courses concerned primarily with the activities of police on the operational level, the curriculum includes the legal, social, and philosophical basis for law enforcement. This program is applicable to both the pre-service student and the in- service officer.

Criminal Justice – P.O.S.T. Academy

The Criminal Justice P.O.S.T. Academy one-year certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the Missouri State Sheriff’s Association P.O.S.T. training academy.

Cybersecurity

For transfer to Central Methodist University to major in Cybersecurity.

Diesel Technology

The Diesel Technology one-year certificate focuses on providing students with the necessary skills for entry-level diesel technician positions.

Early Childhood Development

The Early Childhood Development Short-Term Certificate prepares the student for work in the field. It is designed to include coursework for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). After receiving the Short-Term Certificate from Three Rivers College, students must fulfill the additional requirements identified at www.cdacouncil.org before applying to the Council of Professional Recognition for the official certification.

Early Childhood Development

The Early Childhood Development curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment and leadership roles in licensed childcare centers, private preschools, and Head Start.

Early Childhood Education

The Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (AAT) provides the opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Education at a participating four-year transfer institution in the state of Missouri.

Electrical Technology

The Electrical Technology program prepares students for entry-level employment as an electrician. Students will acquire knowledge and skills required to work in residential, commercial, and industrial electricity. The National Electrical Code (NEC), along with local regulations, will be referenced throughout the program.

Elementary Education

For transfer to Arkansas State University – Grades K-6. The two-plus-two agreement is designed for students to enter Arkansas State University in their Junior Year.

English

Fire Science

The Fire Science Certificate program focuses on providing students with skills in firefighting and emergency medical services. This certificate prepares students for entry-level employment, building a foundation for future advancement in the firefighting field.

Fire Science

Fire Science Program students will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to effectively prevent, respond to, and manage fire-related emergencies in various environments. They will possess a thorough understanding of fire behavior, suppression techniques, and emergency medical services, while adhering to best practices in safety, regulatory compliance, and community service.

Forensic Science

Forestry

This program is for students who want to develop technical skills to enter forestry-related industry or production.

Forestry

Forestry Technology

This program is for students who want to develop management and technical skills to enter forestry-related industry or production.

General Academic Studies

The Certificate in General Academic Studies is a highly individualized curriculum that will allow you to broaden your education in an area of your choosing.

General Education

Health Sciences

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration

The HVAC/R program prepares students for entry-level employment as a Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R) technician. Students will acquire knowledge and skills required to work as a HVAC/R technician on equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The program will provide instruction related to local, state, and federal codes/regulations.

History

Hospitality and Tourism

The Hospitality and Tourism certificate program prepares students for employment in the travel and hospitality industry. The courses include instruction in the different aspects of travel and theories and principles concerning the operation of hotels and resorts.

Information Technology Specialist

The IT Specialist certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.

Information Technology Specialist

The IT Specialist program prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field. IT Specialists work with the software and hardware of computer systems and networks, maintain and troubleshoot computer systems and networks, help install software and hardware, and provide customer service to end users within a network.

Line Technician

The Line Technician Program is designed to equip students with the essential skills, knowledge, and practical experience needed for a successful career in the electrical powerline industry. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of electrical distribution systems and the standards that govern the industry.

Maintenance Welding

This program builds basic knowledge and skills in operating welding equipment and performing basic, welding operations. Students will learn to apply technical welding knowledge to gas metal arc, gas tungsten arc, and shielded metal arc welding, cutting, shop safety, and blueprint reading. This certificate provides the student with entry-level welding skills and knowledge.

Management and Supervision

The Management and Supervision Certificate program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for effective supervisory performance. It is designed so currently employed persons can further their education and development of leadership qualities. Persons seeking the certificate to obtain an entry-level position will have a functional academic background that will fit many areas of business.

Manufacturing Technician

This Manufacturing Technician certificate focuses on skills necessary for entry-level industrial maintenance and technology career paths. Manufacturing focused skills students will learn include electrical systems, robotics, print reading, programmable controller systems, mechatronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, and computer aided machining.

Manufacturing Technology

The Manufacturing Technology program focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary for industrial maintenance and technology career paths. Manufacturing focused skills students will learn include electrical systems, robotics, print reading, programmable controller systems, mechatronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, computer aided machining, quality assurance, automation systems, networking, and welding.

Marketing and Merchandising

The Marketing & Merchandising Certificate program provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare individuals to plan and satisfy long-term organizational objectives, such as profitability. This will be accomplished by coordinating and focusing all activities on identifying and satisfying customer needs and wants.

Mathematics

Medical Billing and Coding

The Medical Billing and Coding Certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in the medical claims billing field. Students will prepare for and be eligible to pursue AHIMA Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification.

Medical Billing and Coding

The Medical Billing and Coding program prepares students with the knowledge of ICD and CPT coding to assign accurate codes for diagnosis, procedures, and other health services. Students will also learn various clerical and administrative functions that relate to medical facilities. The program prepares the graduate to meet the challenges in today’s healthcare billing and coding systems through the application of practical and theoretical general education and hands-on skill development.

Medical Laboratory Technician

In keeping with the mission of the Missouri Health Professions Consortium (MHPC), the Medical Laboratory Technician program was developed to meet the increasing demand for highly competent medical laboratory technicians in rural and underserved areas of Missouri. The purpose of this associate degree program is to prepare selected individuals to provide accurate and reliable diagnostic testing results to the citizens of Missouri.

Middle School Education

The Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (AAT) provides the opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Education at a participating four-year transfer institution in the state of Missouri.

Mid-Level Education

For transfer to Arkansas State University – Grades 4 – 8. The two-plus-two agreement is designed for students to enter Arkansas State University in their Junior Year.

Music

Music Education-Instrumental

The Associate of Arts in Teaching Music Degree (AAT) provides the opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Music Education at a participating four-year transfer institution in the state of Missouri. The AAT and AA are both required for this transfer.

Music Education-Vocal

The Associate of Arts in Teaching Music Degree (AAT) provides the opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Music Education at a participating four-year transfer institution in the state of Missouri. The AAT and AA are both required for this transfer.

Nursing

The purpose of this nursing program is to prepare students to achieve an Associate of Applied Science degree, to apply for licensure by examination* as a registered nurse, and to use the nursing process in providing safe and effective nursing care for clients in structured primary or secondary care settings.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

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

Office Administration

The Office Administration program is designed for individuals who are currently employed in an office environment and for students planning a career as an office administrative assistant. This program prepares students to meet the challenges of the modern office through the application of practical and theoretical general education, and hands-on skill development.

Office Assistant

The Office Assistant certificate focuses on marketable skills in the area of office assistant. The certificate program is a one-year certificate program consisting of core courses and one elective. Courses will be offered over a period of semesters. The certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the prescribed curriculum.

Paramedic

To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. Using these set forth learning domains with or without exit points at the level of an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician to ensure graduates are well-prepared for diverse emergency medical roles. The Three Rivers College Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.

Paramedic

To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. Using these set forth learning domains with or without exit points at the level of an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician to ensure graduates are well-prepared for diverse emergency medical roles. Three Rivers College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.

Paraprofessional Educator

The Paraprofessional Educator program prepares students for paraprofessional positions in public elementary, middle, and high schools; preschools; and private schools. Paraprofessional educators work alongside the regular classroom teacher helping students with their needs. They often work extensively with special needs children.

Philosophy

Physical Sciences

Plumbing Technology

The Plumbing Technology program prepares students for entry-level employment in the occupation of plumber. Students will acquire knowledge and skills required to work in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing. The program will present local, state, and national codes/regulations.

Political Science

Practical Nurse

The purpose of the Practical Nursing program at Three Rivers College is to prepare students to achieve a one-year certificate in Practical Nursing and be successful in obtaining licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The Practical Nursing program instills knowledge, skills, and professional values to prepare individuals to enter the workforce and provide safe, effective nursing care for clients in a variety of healthcare settings.

Pre-Health Medicine

Pre-Medical Laboratory Technology

This certificate provides general education courses for students seeking admission to a Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program or health-related degree program. This certificate is not required prior to admission into the Three Rivers College’s MLT AAS program. (Refer to the Associate of Applied Science Medical Laboratory Technology [MLT] degree plan for admission criteria).

Pre-Nursing

This certificate provides general education courses for students seeking admission to a nursing program. Admission criteria for the TRC nursing program is listed on the degree page. Completion of this certificate is not required prior to admission in the nursing program, nor does it guarantee admission into the nursing program.

Pre-Occupational Therapy Assistant

Program designed to fulfill the general education requirements of the one-plus-one articulation into the Occupational Therapy Assistant Associate of Applied Science program, a part of the Missouri Health Professions Consortium. For detailed admission criteria to become an eligible applicant, visit trcc.edu/apply/.

Pre-Respiratory Care

Program designed to fulfill the general education requirements of the one-plus-one articulation into the Respiratory Care Associate of Applied Science program, a part of the Missouri Health Professions Consortium. For detailed admission criteria to become an eligible applicant, visit trcc.edu/apply/.

Psychology

Respiratory Care

The Respiratory Care program is a one-plus-one degree program that prepares students to practice as Register Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and to become a state licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner. Three Rivers College is one of five colleges in the Missouri Health Professions Consortium (MHPC) currently offering this program.

Sales

The Sales Certificate program prepares students for sales positions in organizations that market industrial, technical, and consumer goods and services. Students learn to apply practical techniques of selling in a range of situations, act as intermediaries between the customers and suppliers, and comprehend the complex interrelationship between the salesperson and the other components of a business.

Secondary Education

For transfer to Arkansas State University – Grade 9 - 12. The two-plus-two agreement is designed for students to enter Arkansas State University in their Junior Year.

Social Work

Sociology

Spanish

Surgical Technology

The purpose of this program 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. Both general education and surgical technology courses are included in the program of study; clinical laboratory experiences are planned in local healthcare facilities under the direct guidance of the Surgical Technology faculty.

Welding Fabrication Specialist

This program builds advanced knowledge and skills in operating welding equipment and performing basic welding procedures. Students will receive hands-on instruction in pipefitting, gas metal arc, gas tungsten arc, shielded metal arc welding, shop safety, fabrication, and metallurgy. This certificate provides skills to prepare the student to seek employment in the workforce and to prepare the student to seek industry certification.

Welding Technology

The Welding Technology program focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed within the manufacturing and maintenance profession. This degree prepares students for entry-level employment and provides a foundation for advancement in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.