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Programs | Professional / Technical

The Seattle Community Colleges offer more than 100 workforce education programs. These programs offer certificates and/or degrees, and vary from 1 to 7 quarters in length. They are designed to prepare students for specific careers.

Certificate Programs

Certificate programs prepare graduates for employment in a wide variety of professional and technical careers. Requirements include satisfactory completion of an approved program of study with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average. For admission to a certificate program, an applicant must be at least 18 or be a high school graduate. Tests and a minimum proficiency may be required for certain programs. Waiting lists and application fees may be required of others. Education and work experience may be accepted to satisfy part of the certificate requirements if specifically related to the individual program of study.

A majority of credits must be completed at the college granting the certificate. Credits earned in certificate programs are generally applicable toward the A.A.S. degree.
NOTE: Courses must be numbered 100 or above to count toward certificate programs. MORE >

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S)

The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree prepares students for employment through development of technical and related skills and instruction in academic subjects appropriate to the occupational field. To earn a degree within the Seattle Community Colleges, a student must complete at least 90 credits and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0. At least 15 credits must be earned at the Seattle Community College granting the degree. Students should consult an advisor or division counselor for specific GPA requirements in their programs of study.

Programs are designed and updated by advisory committees made up of local industry leaders and labor representatives to reflect current employment trends. Instructors bring industry experience as well as education and training to the classroom. All instructors hold vocational instructor certificates and stay informed of industry changes.

A core of general education and/or related instruction courses is regarded as essential for all A.A.S. degree programs and all certificate programs of an academic year or more in length. Courses in communications, computation, human relations and selected courses from humanities, natural sciences and social sciences are required. Additional topics may include safety and environmental awareness.

Some A.A.S. programs and some courses in A.A.S. degree programs may transfer to four-year colleges or universities. Consult a program advisor or transfer institution concerning course transferability prior to enrollment.

NOTE: Courses must be numbered 100 or above to count toward A.A. S. degree. MORE >

Associate of Applied Science – T Degree (A.A.S.-T)

The Associate of Applied Science - T Degree is designed to assist students who initially enrolled for a Workforce Education technical degree and who then seek to transfer to a four-year institution for a bachelor’s degree. The A.A.S.- T. degree is based on technical courses required for job preparation but also includes transfer degree general education courses. In general, technical degree programs are not designed for general transfer to other colleges or universities; the A.A.S.-T. degree prepares students for specific bachelor's degree programs at specific institutions. Students should contact the community college Advising Office for a current list of four-year colleges accepting the A.A.S.-T. degree.

NOTE: Courses must be numbered 100 or above to count toward the A.A.S.-T. degree. MORE >

Related Instruction for Certificates and Degrees

Definition

Each professional / technical certificate or degree of 45 credits of more includes related instruction, the nontechnical portion of study which provides instruction in the areas of communication, computation, and human relations.

Rationale

The purpose of related instruction is to provide educational depth and breadth through development of essential skills in reading and writing, research and information literacy, in-person and media-based communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, understanding individuals and cultures, and quantitative or symbolic reasoning. These transferable skills support students as they continue in higher education, move forward in careers, and continue the process of lifelong learning.

Certificates of 45 credits or more

Related instruction may be taught as embedded content (33 hours in each area) or as separate courses aligned with program outcomes.

Associate of Applied Science Degree

A.A.S. students will complete a minimum of 20 credits of related instruction taught as college-level courses, including 5 credits each in the areas of communication, computation, human relations, and multicultural perspectives. Individual programs will identify courses which fulfill these requirements. MORE >

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Professional / Technical Programs

Degrees and certificates are offered in the professional and technical career areas listed below.

C = Central   N = North   S = South   V = SVI

Arts / Design / Graphics / Media
Apparel Design & Services	C
Film & Video Communications	C
Graphic Design & Illustration	C
Photography	C
Publishing Arts	C
Automotive Technology / Diesel / Truck Driving
Auto Body Collision Repair	S
Automotive Technology	S
Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology	S
Truck Driving -- Commercial	S
Aviation Maintenance / Aeronautical Technologies
Aeronautical Technology	S
Aviation Airframe Mechanic	S
Aviation Maintenance	S
Aviation Maintenance Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic	S
Aviation Powerplant Mechanic	S
Flight Training for Aviation Mechanics	S
Business / Accounting
Accounting	NS
Accounting Paraprofessional	N
Administrative Office Professional	V
Business Computers	V
Business Information Technology	CNS
Computerized Accounting Technology	N
Customer Service / Advanced Customer Service	N
Entrepreneur	N
General Business	N
Legal Administrative Assistant	N
International Trade	N
Network Technician	V
Office Technician	V
Supervision & Management	S
Construction / Carpentry / Building Trades / Apprentice Training
Building Trades Pre-Apprentice Programs	SV
Building Trades Apprentice - Journey-Level Programs	S
Includes courses for: Bricklayers, Carpet & Tile Layers, Construction Line Clearance / Tree Trimmers, Construction Trades, Electrical Workers, Traffic Flaggers, Glassworkers, Ironworkers, Meatcutters, Painters, Welders
Cabinetmaking & Fine Woodworking	C
Carpentry	C
Marine Carpentry / Boatbuilding	C
Wood Construction	C
Cosmetology
Cosmetology	SV
Communications
Communications, Business & Media	N
Culinary Arts / Food Production / Hospitality
Catering & Banquet Operations	S
Culinary Arts Degree	CS
Pastry & Specialty Baking	S
Restaurant & Food Service Production	S
Specialty Desserts & Breads	C
Wine Making	S
Wine Marketing	S
Food & Wine Pairing	S
Drafting / CAD Technologies
Architectural Engineering Drafting	N
Computer-Aided Drafting & Design Technology	S
Construction & Design Drafting with CAD	N
Engineering Design Technology	N
Education /Teacher Training
Early Childhood Education	N
Early Childhood Education Assistant	N
Paraeducator	N
Parent Education	CNS
Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation
Biomedical Equipment Technology	N
Broadband Cable Technology	N
Electronics Engineering Technology	N
Electronics Telecommunications Technology	N
Industrial Power & Control Technology	N
Engineering Technologies / Industrial Engineering
Engineering Pre-Major (Transfer to 4-year college)	CNS
Engineering Design Technology	N
Engineering Design Technology: Mechanical Design	N
Engineering Technology	S
Fire Science
Fire Science	S
Health-Related Professions
Acute Care Hospital Nursing Assistant	V
Allied Health Sciences	CN
Clinical Lab Assisting	N
Dental Assistant	V
Dental Hygiene	C
Emergency Medical Technician	N
Health Unit Coordinator	V
Industrial First Aid	S
LPN to RN	CN
Medical Assisting	NV
Medical Office Administration	N
Medical Office Clerk	S
Medical Reception, Basic	N
Medical Transcription	N
Nursing Assistant, Certified	S
Nursing (Practical - LPN)	NS
Nursing (Registered - RN)	C
Opticianry	C
Pharmacy Technician	N
Phlebotomy	NV
Radiologic Technology	N
Respiratory Care	C
Surgical Technology	C
Industrial / Manufacturing Technologies
Welding Fabrication Technology	S
Information Technology
Application Support	C
Computing Technology	S
Computer Applications / Help Desk	S
Database Administration & Development	C
Information Technology	CN
Network Administration / Network Design & Administration	CNS
Programming	CN
Software Engineering	S
Web Design	C
Web Development	CN
Web Media & Technology	S
Interpreter Training / Sign language
Interpreter Training (Includes ASL)	C
Deaf Interpreter Training	C
Landscape Horticulture
Landscape Horticulture Specialty Options: Landscape Design and Construction; Landscape Management; Horticultural Studies.	S
Maritime Training/Seattle Maritime Academy
Marine Deck Technology	C
Marine Engineering Technology	C
Industry & Community Courses	C
Including Basic Seamanship and Deck Skills, Celestial, Coastal & Electronic Navigation, Diesel Engines, Electricity for Boaters, Marine Safety & Survival, Vessel Handling
Real Estate
Appraisal Certificates	N
Commercial Real Estate Sales & Investment	N
Real Estate Certificates	N
Science and Technology
Biotechnology	C
Nanotechnology	N
Social and Human Services
Child & Family Studies	C
Chemical Dependency Specialist	C
Service Learning	C
Social & Human Services	C
Work Experience / Cooperative Education
On-the-job learning for college credit	CNS
Watchmaking
Watchmaking	N

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