University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain

Advanced Manufacturing

AAS in Advanced Manufacturing with a welding emphasis; prepares students with marketable welding skills including ARC, MIG, and TIG welding for the manufacturing industry.

Advanced Manufacturing: Emphasis in Machine Tool

The AAS in Advanced Manufacturing/Machine Tool Emphasis is designed to prepare students for the skills they will need in the machining industry, including CNC turning and milling, blueprint reading, and metals and alloys. This degree will also transfer to universities offering a Bachelor of Applied Science degree.

Advanced Manufacturing: Emphasis in Mechanical Engineering

The Advanced Manufacturing Mechanical (Pre-Engineering) program is designed for students who plan to obtain an AAS in Advanced Manufacturing Mechanical at UA Rich Mountain and then transfer to a four-year university in Arkansas to complete a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree.

Aesthetics

Designed to prepare students for professions within the field of licensed cosmetology using technical skills and work habits for success. Educates and prepares students in an academic and laboratory setting for the Arkansas Department of Health Cosmetology Aesthetics exam.

Agriculture

Associate of Arts

The AA is designed for those individuals planning to transfer to a four-year institution in order to complete a baccalaureate degree. The purpose is to provide students with the knowledge and critical thinking skills that enable them to analyze problems, arrive at intelligent conclusions, and make reasoned choices in their professional and personal life.

Automotive/Diesel Mechanics

Prepares students to interpret manufacturer's service manuals and to evaluate, diagnose, and repair engine performance, electrical, climate control, steering and suspension, and brake systems, along with OSHA regulations and professional conduct.

Biology

Associate of Science degree designed for individuals planning to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a specified baccalaureate degree, with emphasis in biology including research skills, biological organization, organic and inorganic molecules, biological molecules such as DNA and RNA, and metabolic pathways.

Brakes, Suspension & Steering

Prepares students to interpret manufacturer's service manuals and to evaluate, diagnose, and repair brake, steering, and suspension systems, along with developing reading, writing, and listening skills for repair orders.

Business Administration

Associate of Science in Business Administration prepares students to transfer toward a baccalaureate degree. Covers accounting concepts and financial data, business and information technology ethics, communication, contract and property law, statistical methods, organizational behavior, and supply chain management.

Business Administration

Provides training in principles of accounting, computer and spreadsheet applications, leadership and ethics, business communications, business law, human resource management, and economics for the successful business student.

Business & Information Technology

Designed to provide essential training for students desiring to fill available office jobs. Incorporates intensive business skills courses with a fundamental general education curriculum. Designed for occupational placement and is nontransferable, though some courses may apply toward a baccalaureate degree.

Business & Information Technology: Emphasis in Information Systems Technology

Enables students to acquire knowledge and technical skills for entry-level positions in computer information processing, programming, computer operations, networking, database management and software installation. Provides a foundation in business courses and prepares graduates for A+ and Oracle certification exams.

Business & Information Technology: Emphasis in Office Systems

Designed to provide essential training for students desiring to fill available office jobs. Incorporates intensive business skills courses with a fundamental general education curriculum. Designed for occupational placement and is nontransferable, though some courses may apply toward a baccalaureate degree.

Chemistry

Associate of Science with emphasis in chemistry, designed for transfer to a four-year institution. Develops formal scientific report writing, understanding of general and organic chemistry principles and their application in synthesis and extraction of chemical compounds, and calculus-based analytical skills.

Computer Programming

Prepares students to design and analyze the needs of an information system and create basic computer programs through coursework in computer applications, systems design and analysis, and introductory and advanced programming with Java.

Computer Science

An Associate of Science in Computer Science provides students with the general education, mathematics and science courses normally taken in the first two years of a computer science program at a four-year college or university. With an associate degree, students may seek employment as a computer user support specialist.

Computer Systems Technology

Provides a unique introduction and training opportunity for students interested in the basic concepts of operating systems and computer maintenance. Students learn to disassemble and reassemble a computer to operational capacity and analyze and install operating systems.

Computer Systems Technology (Technical Certificate)

May be earned in conjunction with the AAS in Information Systems Technology. Can be completed in one year and qualifies students for immediate employment in businesses which involve computer information processing and computer operations; prepares students for A+ and Network+ certification exams.

Cosmetology

Cosmetology

Designed to prepare students for professions within the field of licensed cosmetology using technical skills and work habits for success, in an academic and laboratory setting. Prepares students to take the Arkansas Department of Health Cosmetology Section examination.

Cosmetology Instructor

An eighteen-semester-hour program approved by ADHE to prepare students to take the Arkansas Department of Health Cosmetology Section examination to receive an instructor's license. Covers cosmetology lesson plans, lectures in cosmetology theory, student records, and lab coordination.

Criminal Justice

Prepares students for an entry-level position at the city/county level in Criminal Justice, specifically law enforcement. It is the second step in a proposed career ladder that will prepare and train city and county law enforcement officers.

Criminal Justice

This program prepares students for an entry level position at the city/county level in Criminal Justice, specifically law enforcement. It is the second step in a proposed career ladder that will prepare and train city and county law enforcement officers.

Criminal Justice

Prepares students for an entry-level position at the city/county level in Criminal Justice, specifically law enforcement. It is the second step in a proposed career ladder that will prepare and train city and county law enforcement officers.

Early Childhood Development

A nine-semester-hour program approved by ADHE to meet the requirements for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. After completing class work and practicum, students are eligible to take the CDA final assessment and demonstrate competence in meeting the specific needs of children.

Electrical Systems & Engine Performance

Prepares students to interpret manufacturer's service manuals and to evaluate, diagnose, and repair engine performance systems and automotive/diesel electrical systems, along with developing reading, writing, and listening skills for repair orders.

Emergency Medical Technician

Designed to prepare students for the basic EMT certification administered by the Arkansas Health Department. Includes 128 hours of instruction and clinical experience covering anatomy, trauma, splinting, use of spine boards, bandaging, and emergency care at a basic level.

Engine Repair & Climate Control

Prepares students to interpret manufacturer's service manuals and to evaluate, diagnose, and repair engine performance and climate control systems, along with developing reading, writing, and listening skills for repair orders.

General Education

General Studies

The AGS is offered for those students needing maximum flexibility in the selection of a course of study to meet individual employment, educational, and transfer needs. Students planning to transfer are advised to discuss transferability of classes with the receiving institution.

General Studies

Designed for students who need flexibility in the selection of a course of study to meet individual employment or transfer needs. Students demonstrate competency in writing, mathematics, and understanding of culture, society, and physical/biological principles, and are prepared to compete academically upon transfer to a four-year institution.

General Technology

A two-year degree designed for students who seek occupational, technical, and vocational skills primarily for employment or advancement. Students who desire to receive training in more than one skill set and earn an associate degree may find this option appealing. Includes major courses plus an approved minor/support course area.

Health Information Billing & Coding

Designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career path in Health Information Management and Technology, covering revenue cycle management, medical coding and reimbursement, professional ethics, navigation of electronic and manual healthcare records, and medical claims software.

Health Information Billing & Coding

Prepares students in medical terminology, body structure and function, and essentials of practice management for a career path in health information billing and coding, including professional ethics and healthcare records systems.

Health Information Technology: Medical Billing & Coding

Prepares students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for an entry-level position as a medical receptionist, billing and insurance specialist, or medical coder in either a physician's office or institutional setting. Prepares students for industry recognized certification examinations.

Health Professions

Inert Gas Welding

Prepares students in gas metal arc (MIG) and gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding. Develops proficiency in free hand and walking-the-cup techniques, reading blueprint welding symbols, and applying electrical current flow concepts.

Machine Tool Technology

Prepares students to accurately measure parts, interpret blueprints, and perform set-up and operation of basic manually operated metal working machines through coursework in technology of machine tools and blueprint reading/geometric dimensioning.

Machine Tool Technology

Offers courses in Machine Tool Technology to prepare students with marketable skills to meet manufacturing demand. Students operate manual and computer numerical control machines and work on individually assigned projects. Requires two semesters (18 hours per semester) to complete.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy encompasses many techniques for a variety of health-related purposes as part of complementary and alternative medicine. Practical application helps pain management, expedites healing of injuries, improves circulation, and promotes relaxation. Includes clock-hour based coursework across three semesters.

Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy encompasses many techniques for a variety of health-related purposes and is part of complementary and alternative medicine. Practical application of techniques helps pain management, expedites healing of injuries, improves circulation, and promotes relaxation. Prepares students as trained massage therapists.

Nail Technology

Prepares students for licensure under the Manicuring scope of practice in Arkansas, covering nail technician hygiene and sanitation, related science, manicuring and pedicuring, and advanced nail techniques. Prepares students to pass the theory and practical exams for licensure in Arkansas.

Nursing Assistant

Provides courses of instruction and experience to prepare individuals to be a qualified member of a health care team. Taught following the Arkansas Long Term Care Facility Nursing Assistant Training Curriculum, including 112 hours of instruction and clinical experience with clinical sites in Polk, Scott, and Montgomery Counties.

Nursing (LPN/LPNT TO RN)

A 12-month LPN/LVN to RN transition program combining classroom instruction with clinical experiences, delivered through the Arkansas Rural Nursing Education Consortium (ARNEC) via interactive video. Meets Arkansas State Board of Nursing requirements; graduates receive an AAS and are prepared to take the NCLEX-RN licensing examination.

Office Technology

Designed to give students a basic education in business courses that will enable them to secure entry-level office jobs. Courses apply toward the AAS in Office Technology if the student continues. Designed for occupational placement and is nontransferable.

Paramedic

Pharmacy Technician

Prepares students to communicate professionally using proper grammar and medical terminology, maintain accurate records using technology, apply ethical and legal standards, and calculate dosages. Covers medical terminology, body structure and function, math for nurses, and a pharmacy externship.

Phlebotomy

Designed for students who wish to acquire a thorough body of knowledge and skills necessary for a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions. Covers medical terminology, body structure and function, and phlebotomy including specimen collection and integrity.

Practical Nursing

An eleven-month program that combines classroom instruction with clinical experience. Students successfully completing the Practical Nursing Course are awarded a Technical Certificate and may apply to take the NCLEX-PN for licensure as a practical nurse. The program has been granted full approval by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.

Practical Nursing - High School Program

Teaching

Certificate of Proficiency in Teaching covering introduction to education, instructional technology, and a general education course.

Teaching

The AAT is designed for those individuals planning to transfer to a four-year institution in order to complete a teaching baccalaureate degree. Requirements include English composition, arts and humanities, speech, mathematics, science, social sciences, and education core courses.

Teaching

Technical Certificate in Teaching consisting of English composition, oral communication, mathematics, biology with lab, and education core requirements.

Web Design

Prepares students to create a functioning business or personal website and basic computer programs through coursework in computer applications, introduction to web design, programming with Java, and advanced website design.

Welding

Prepares students with basic welding skills that meet industry standards through Arc Welding I and II. Develops skills necessary for state and national welding certifications and safe work habits when operating oxy-fuel and electric welding equipment.

Welding

Designed to provide students with knowledge regarding current welding techniques and applications. At the conclusion of the program students are qualified and encouraged to take the American Welding Society Certification examination.