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Allegany College of Maryland




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Accreditation

Institutional
  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education

  • Specialized
  • Maryland Board of Nursing
  • National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • Institution Statistics
  • Tuition (Out/In State)
    $7,046 / $3,266
  • Average Financial Aid
    $3,073
  • School Location

     
    Allegany College of Maryland
    12401 Willowbrook Rd SE
    Cumberland, MD 21502-2596
    General information
    (301) 784-5000

    Type of institution: Public, 2-year
    Federal Aid: Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
    Degrees offered: Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificates, Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificates, Associate degrees, Bachelor degrees, Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificates
    Accreditation
    Carnegie classification: Associate's--Public Rural-serving Medium
    Number of students: 4,085 (2009) 4,085 (undergraduate)
    2008-2007 Undergraduate application fee:----

    Estimated academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students
    Tuition and Fees 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011
    In-State $ 3,074 $ 3,234 $ 3,234 $ 3,266
    Out of State $ 6,434 $ 6,584 $ 6,824 $ 7,046
    Books and Supplies $ 800 $ 1,000 $ 1,100 $ 1,200
    On-Campus
    Room and board $ 7,250 $ 7,700 $ 8,000 $ 7,281
    Other Expenses $ 2,775 $ 3,095 $ 3,349 $ 3,580
    Off Campus
    Room and board $ 5,985 $ 6,925 $ 6,921 $ 7,281
    Other Expenses $ 2,775 $ 3,095 $ 3,349 $ 3,580
    Off Campus w/ family
    Other Expenses $ 6,375 $ 6,728 $ 7,009 $ 7,240

    Financial aid 2009-2010

    Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students

    Type of AidPercentage of students receiving aidAverage amount of aid they received
    Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) 53% $ 4,605
    State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) 52% $ 1,651
    Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) 19% $ 1,058
    Loans to students 48% $ 5,245
     
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    Degrees offered by Allegany College of Maryland

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Accounting

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in accounting but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of an accounting major at many fouryear institutions....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General.

    This Associate in Applied Science degree program provides students with the skills
    and knowledge necessary to become an administrative assistant. This is a career
    program and is designed to enable students to seek employment at the program's
    completion.

    Administrative Assistants perform administrative...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Applied Technical Studies

    The Applied Technical Studies degree provides students who do not plan to transfer the
    opportunity through the careful selection of elective courses to develop a career associate
    degree adapted to their own unique career goals. Students must meet the prerequisites of all
    courses selected.
    Students enrolled...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Arts and Sciences (AA)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or
    university with a major in art but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included
    in this program closely parallel the first two years of an art major at many four-year institutions.
    This...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Arts and Sciences (AS)
    Criminology

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in criminology but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of a criminology major at many fouryear institutions....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Arts and Sciences (AS)
    Education/Secondary

    The AAT degree will facilitate the transfer process for Maryland students at two-year institutions who wish to complete their course of study at a Maryland four-year institution. The AAT curriculum and requirements will be substantively different than the curricula and requirements for the Secondary...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Automotive Technician (AAS)

    The curriculum for the two-year career program is designed to provide automotive
    training for those persons who wish some college education organized with a definite
    objective in mind. Depending upon ability and/or interest, the opportunity exists
    to pursue employment in automotive service or to transfer...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Automotive Technology

    This degree program is designed to provide the student with the knowledge of the mechanical systems
    used in modern automobiles and the diagnostic and repair skills required by dealerships, independent
    repair facilities, automotive manufacturers, and parts suppliers and distributors. Our state-of-the-art ...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Biology (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year
    degree program with a major in biology or in a pre-professional area such as pre-medicine,
    pre-pharmacy, pre-veterinary medicine or pre-dentistry. The transfer pattern provides
    all the basic science, mathematics, and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Business Administration (AS)

    If a student wishes to earn an associate degree from Allegany College of Maryland and then transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in business administration, this program of study will provide an appropriate preparation for such transfer. Although this curriculum is the normal type...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Business Management (AS)

    This two-year professional Associate in Applied Science degree curriculum is designed for
    persons who desire a generalized business degree and who do not intend to transfer to a fouryear
    institution. Emphasis is placed on the development of leadership skills and the use of
    technology in various business...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Chemistry (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year
    degree program with a major in chemistry or in related fields. The transfer pattern
    provides all of the basic science, mathematics, and general studies transfer courses
    that are required during the first two years of...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Communication Arts (AAS)

    Communication Arts is a challenging, two year program focusing on various fields in the communications industry, including photography, television, audio production, graphic design, digital photography, multi-media, and journalism. Graduates go on to become producers, directors, graphic designers, photographers,...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Computer Science (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in information systems but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of an information systems major at many...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Computer Science and Technology (AAS)
    Network

    This curriculum is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in managing computer networks. Concentration is in networking fundamentals, concepts, infrastructure, design, and administration. Classes include both lecture and hands-on laboratory work using LAN and WAN components. Instruction...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Computer Science and Technology (AAS)
    Programming

    This curriculum is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in computer programming. Curriculum concentration includes a hands-on focus of programming languages, documentation, structured design principles, data storage concepts, computer arithmetic, control structures, and file processing...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Computer Science and Technology (AAS)
    Technical Support

    Technical Support and Help Desk operations are an important part of computer operations in almost every company and organization today. Students will examine general technical support concepts, responsibilities and customer service skills. Students will troubleshoot, analyze, identify and diagnose errors,...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Computer Science and Technology (AAS)
    Web Development

    This curriculum is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in web development. Curriculum incorporates web design and programming, with the hands-on experience using the latest web design and programming technologies.

    Successful completion of this program qualifies a student to apply...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Computer Specialist
    Employment

    This curriculum provides training that enables students to seek employment as
    programmers, computer operators, user support specialists, or network administrators
    on mainframe and/or personal computer networks.

    Student working on computer graphic projectApplicants to the Computer Science
    and Technology...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Computer Specialist
    Transfer

    If a student wishes to earn an associate degree from Allegany College of Maryland and then transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in computer science, this program of study will provide an appropriate preparation for such transfer.Instructor helping student with internet assignment ...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Criminal Justice (AS)

    This program provides a comprehensive approach to criminal justice education and is intended to prepare the student for a variety of career opportunities. The curriculum has a three-fold thrust: (1) it should prepare the future peace officer to be a productive and efficient entry-level employee; (2)...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Culinary Arts (AAS)

    This degree program was created for the person who enjoys the "back of the house" or production facet of a hospitality business. Graduates will qualify for employment as cooks, sous chefs, executive chefs, culinary educators, and kitchen managers.

    Courses include:

    * Food Preparation I and II...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Dental Hygiene (AAS)

    The Dental Hygiene Curriculum is designed as a two-year career program leading to the Associate in Applied Science degree. This curriculum is accredited by the Commission on Dental Hygiene, American Dental Association, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, (312) 440-2568. The graduates of this...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Economics (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in economics but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of an economics major at many fouryear institutions....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Education (AS)
    Early Childhood

    This curriculum is specifically designed for students majoring in Early Childhood/Elementary Education (grades nursery-6 and middle school) and transferring to Frostburg State University. This curriculum has been designed in cooperation with officials at Frostburg State University to satisfy freshman...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    English (AA)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in English but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of an English major at many four-year institutions....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Forest Technology (AAS)

    This is the most popular forestry program at ACM. The degree is very unique. It is a two year degree in Forest Technology recognized by the Society of American Foresters. (one of only 20 programs in North America and the only Forest Technology Program in Maryland). Most students are enrolled in this...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Forestry (AS)

    This transfer curriculum is designed for those who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree from a forestry school after receiving an Associate in Science degree at Allegany College of Maryland. A student completing this curriculum should be able to transfer to most four-year forestry schools with...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    General Studies (AS)

    The General Studies Curriculum serves a two-fold function: (1) to enable students to explore the general areas of higher education and to help them to determine a major field of concentration; and (2) to serve as a curriculum which, through the wide selection of elective courses, can be adapted to satisfy...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Health Promotion (AS)

    This Arts and Science transfer pattern is designed for students interested in transferring to
    Frostburg State University to major in Exercise and Sport Science with a concentration in Health
    Promotion. This transfer pattern is part of a collaboration among Allegany College of Maryland,
    Frostburg State...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Health/Physical Education (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in health/physical education but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of a health/physical education...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    History (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in history but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of a history major at many four-year institutions....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Hotel and Restaurant Management (AAS)

    This program is designed for the person who enjoys the "front of the house" or customer service facet of a hospitality business. Graduates will qualify for employment in restaurants, hotels, resorts, school food service, health care dietary departments, and other businesses that provide lodging...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Human Service Associate (AS)

    The Human Service Associate curriculum at Allegany College of Maryland has been designated as a Health Manpower Shortage Program. The Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has determined certain health occupations in the state to be in short supply. The Maryland Higher Education Commission...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Legal Assistant (AAS)

    This curriculum is designed for the student interested in a career as a legal
    assistant/paralegal. The student is afforded the opportunity to take courses pertaining
    to the legal field as well as the opportunity to choose from electives in other
    fields of study.

    This is a career program and is designed...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Mathmatics (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in mathematics but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of a mathematics major at many fouryear institutions....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Medical Assistant (AAS)

    This Program prepares the graduate to work as a Medical Assistant; one who performs multiskilled tasks to keep a physician's office or clinic running smoothly. Medical Assisting directly influences the public's health and well-being, and requires mastery of knowledge and specialized skills requiring...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Medical Lab Technician (AAS)
    Fast Track

    The "Fast-Track" pattern of the Medical Laboratory program offers a
    student the ability for completion of the MLT Associate of Applied Science degree
    in 12 calendar months.

    The program is designed for students who have obtained a degree in Biological
    Science or a related field. All general education...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Medical Lab Technician (AAS)
    Histology Rotation

    This is an option in which the traditional Medical Laboratory Technology graduate can take an additional, summer rotation in the Histology section of the laboratory after graduation. The student will obtain practical experience in an 8-week clinical rotation. Gross specimen preparation, tissue preparation...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Medical Lab Technician (AAS)
    Traditional Model

    This curriculum primarily prepares its graduates to work in a clinical laboratory;
    however, the student receives many transferable science skills. This option allows
    the graduate to seek national certification as a clinical lab technician/medical
    lab technician. This option includes an internship...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Medical Laboratory Technology (AAS)

    The Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Curriculum provides education and experience for those seeking employment in hospital and private clinical laboratories, research facilities, industry, health centers, and doctors' offices. Emphasis is placed on the development of those personal characteristics...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Medical Laboratory Technology (AAS)
    Biotechnology

    The Biotechnology Option of the Medical Laboratory Technology curriculum is designed to prepare graduates to work in a variety of laboratory settings. The Biotechnology option will allow a student interested in science the flexibility of choosing this new scientific career possibility. Graduates of this...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Nursing (AS)

    The Nursing programs at Allegany College offer a two-year career program that qualifies a student to apply for an Associate in Science degree. This program is designed to enable students to take the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Examination) for Practical or Registered Nursing and seek employment...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Occupational Therapy Assistant (AAS)

    The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) working under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist, assists in evaluation and treatment for individuals whose ability to handle daily living tasks is impaired by injury, disease, aging, or developmental deficits.

    This is a career program and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Office Technologies (AAS)
    Administration Assistant

    This Associate in Applied Science degree program provides the skills and knowledge necessary to become an administrative assistant. This is a career program and is designed to enable students to seek employment at the program’s completion.


    Administrative Assistants perform administrative...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Office Technologies (AAS)
    Legal Assistant

    This curriculum is designed for the student interested in a career as a legal assistant/paralegal. The student is afforded the opportunity to take courses pertaining to the legal field as well as the opportunity to choose from electives in other fields of study.


    This is a career program...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Office Technologies (AAS)
    Medical Office Systems


    The Medical Office Systems program is designed to prepare students for careers
    in medical office settings. The program develops technical, medical and administrative
    competencies essential for performing administrative support in the healthcare
    environment. Communication and patient relation...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Physical Science (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year
    college or university with a major in physics/physical science but are uncertain
    as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel
    the first two years of a physics/physical science...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS)

    Physical Therapy is a profession concerned with 1) management and enhancement of movement dysfunction; 2) restoration, maintenance, and promotion of patient function, wellness, and quality of life; and 3) prevention of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities associated with disease or injury....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Political Science (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in political science but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of a political science major...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Pre-Dental (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year
    degree program with a major in biology or in a pre-professional area such as pre-medicine,
    pre-pharmacy, pre-veterinary medicine or pre-dentistry. The transfer pattern provides
    all the basic science, mathematics, and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Pre-Medical (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year
    degree program with a major in biology or in a pre-professional area such as pre-medicine,
    pre-pharmacy, pre-veterinary medicine or pre-dentistry. The transfer pattern provides
    all the basic science, mathematics, and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Pre-Mortuary Science (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year
    degree program with a major in biology or in a pre-professional area such as pre-medicine,
    pre-pharmacy, pre-veterinary medicine or pre-dentistry. The transfer pattern provides
    all the basic science, mathematics, and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Pre-Occupational Therapy (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to apply to a professional occupational therapy program at a college or university but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the admissions requirements for many professional...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Pre-Pharmacy (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to apply to a professional
    pharmacy program at a college or university but are uncertain as to the transfer
    institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the admissions
    requirements for many professional pharmacy programs....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Pre-Veterinarian (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year
    degree program with a major in biology or in a pre-professional area such as pre-medicine,
    pre-pharmacy, pre-veterinary medicine or pre-dentistry. The transfer pattern provides
    all the basic science, mathematics, and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Psychology (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year degree program with a major in psychology. It is also intended to provide students an opportunity to attain the knowledge and skills necessary for potential employment in various agencies, institutions, and...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Radiologic Technologist (AAS)

    The radiologic technologist is trained to perform routine radiographic examinations in the areas of fluoroscopy, routine and advance radiography of the chest, abdomen, osseous system, vertebral column, and cranium. This includes working in the radiology department, operating and emergency rooms, and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Respiratory Therapist (AAS)

    The Respiratory Care Program has a selective admissions process. A pre-respiratory
    phase allows students to take the necessary courses to enter into the "clinical
    component of the program.


    Successful completion of the program qualifies the student to apply for an
    Associates Degree in Applied...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Social Sciences (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in social sciences but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of a social science major...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Social Work (AS)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students interested in social work and intending to transfer to a four-year degree program with a major in social work.


    Students should note that all schools of social work have a specialized, competitive admissions process; therefore, completion of...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Sociology (AS)

    This program provides the student with the first two years of college work towards the bachelor’s degree in sociology from a four-year college or university. It also offers students an opportunity to attain the knowledge and skills necessary for work opportunities in a variety of social...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Spanish (AA)

    This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university with a major in Spanish but are uncertain as to the transfer institution. The courses included in this program closely parallel the first two years of a Spanish major at many four-year...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Teaching (AA)
    Education/Elementary

    The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) program has been specifically designed for students who are majoring in elementary education (grades 1-8). The curriculum has been designed to provide the elementary education major a seamless, which is without loss of credit, transition to a Maryland fouryear...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Teaching (AS)
    Education/Elementary

    This curriculum is specifically designed for students majoring in Elementary Education (grades 1-6 and middle school) and transferring to Frostburg State University. This curriculum has been designed in cooperation with officials at Frostburg State University to satisfy the freshman and sophomore year...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Associate degree
    Therapeutic Massage (AAS)

    The Allegany College of Maryland Associate Degree Therapeutic Massage Program adheres to the mission of the college by providing a quality education to students and recognizing individual learning needs. The therapeutic massage curriculum is designed to be completed in four semesters and one summer session....

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Bachelor degree
    Radiologic Technologist

    The radiologic technology graduate can pursue a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science Degree with various institutions throughout the United States. This can be obtained by attending classes on campus or through home study courses. At this time, students contact the institution and work directly...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Accounting

    This certificate program is designed for persons who desire a concentrated program in
    accounting and who do not intend to transfer to a four-year institution. Graduates will be prepared
    to function as office bookkeepers/accountants in a CPA firm or accounting office. All credits are
    transferable to an...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Automotive Technician

    The one-year certificate program is structured for the student who wishes
    to pursue a career as an automotive service technician and also for the individual
    now employed in the automotive field who hopes to further his skills. This course
    of study provides the student with a basic knowledge of the...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Business Entrepreneurship

    This certificate program is designed to acquaint the student with the fundamentals of small
    business ownership and entrepreneurship. It is suitable for people with no prior business
    experience, or for those who are already business owners and want to enhance their knowledge
    and skills. All credits are...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Business Supervision

    This certificate program is designed to acquaint the student with the fundamentals of business
    and basic leadership/supervision skill development. It is especially suitable for those people
    currently employed who seek to widen their opportunities for advancement. All credits are
    transferable to an associate...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Computer Science and Technology
    Applications User Specialist

    This certificate program is designed to acquaint the student with computer applications. The training will provide the student with a working knowledge of the latest software applications. All credits are transferable to the associate degree program if the student wishes to pursue further studies. Students...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Computer Science and Technology
    Computer Service Technician

    This certificate program is designed to prepare students for employment as computer service technicians who install, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain microcomputer systems. The program will also provide formal recognition for individuals working in the computer field who want to certify or upgrade...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Computer Science and Technology
    Programming

    This certificate program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in computer programming. Curriculum concentration includes a hands-on focus of programming languages, documentation, structured design principles, data storage concepts, computer arithmetic, control structures, and...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Computer Science and Technology
    Technical Support

    Technical Support and Help Desk operations are an important part of computer operations in almost every company and organization today. Students will examine general technical support concepts, responsibilities and customer service skills. Students will troubleshoot, analyze, identify and diagnose...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Computer Specialist

    Four career path programs are designed to enable students to seek employment at the program's completion. If your future plans include transferring to a four-year college/university, please check with your advisor and the Student Support Services Center as soon as possible. Successful completion of one...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Criminal Justice

    This certificate program is designed for persons employed in criminal justice agencies and for those desiring to prepare for employment in those agencies. This program will give students an opportunity to pursue initial study in their field of occupational interest, to set an academic goal, and will...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Home Health Aide

    Students entering the program should be tactful, patient, understanding, emotionally stable, dependable, and have a desire to help people. They should be able to work as part of team, have good communication skills, and be willing to perform repetitive, routine tasks. Home Health Aides should be honest...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Marketing and Sales

    This certificate program is designed for persons who desire a concentrated program in Marketing
    and Sales and who do not intend to transfer to a four-year institution. The program will acquaint
    students with the fundamentals of business while focusing on skill-development in personal
    selling techniques,...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Medical Coding

    The Medical Coding Certificate Program is designed to prepare graduates for employment
    as medical coders in hospitals, physician offices, nursing homes, ambulatory care
    facilities, and insurance companies. Students are trained in evaluating and interpreting
    health records and reports in order to accurately...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Medical Laboratory Technology
    Biotechnology

    This certificate program provides MLT graduates or Baccalaureate degree science graduates the opportunity to retrain in new biotechnology techniques. Certificate completion will increase employment marketability by diversifying scientific skills to include genetic and environmental testing.

    The Medical...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Medical Office Systems

    The Medical Office Systems program is designed to prepare students for careers in medical office settings. The program develops technical, medical and administrative competencies essential for performing administrative support in the healthcare environment. Communication and patient relations techniques...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Medical Transcriptionist

    The Basic Medical Transcription program offers students the fundamentals of Medical
    Transcription. The training will provide students with a working knowledge of
    medical terminology and procedures. Challenging medical documents from a variety
    of specialties will be introduced in the medical transcription...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Nursing

    The Nursing programs at Allegany College offer a one-year career program that qualifies a student to apply for a Certificate in Practical Nursing. This program is designed to enable students to take the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Examination) for Practical or Registered Nursing and seek employment...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Office Technologies
    Business Office Support

    The Business Office Support Specialist one-semester certificate is designed for the student who is interested in employment in a professional office. The certificate contains options for students to take advanced level courses or introductory level courses. There is a pathway for current...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Office Technologies
    Office System Support

    This Office Systems Support certificate program is designed for the student who is interested in an administrative career in a professional office. This program is designed to prepare students with office management and technology skills including internal and external communications, integrated...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Pharmacy Technician

    This certificate program provides students with a foundation that will allow them to assume an immediate position as a pharmacy technician, and prepares them to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam. Unlike other health programs at Allegany College of Maryland, the Pharmacy Technician...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Phlebotomy/EKG Technician

    This program is designed to provide instruction and practical experience in routine phlebotomy practices and electrocardiogram knowledge, in order to prepare competent individuals to work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics, and nursing homes as entry level phlebotomists and electrocardiographic...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Practical Nursing

    The Practical Nursing curriculum at Allegany College of Maryland has been designated as a Health Manpower Shortage Program. The Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has determined certain health occupations in the state to be in short supply. The Maryland Higher Education...


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Professional Golf Management

    Professional Golf Management, a one - year certificate, is designed for those
    individuals who wish to pursue a career in the golf industry. Those who
    successfully complete this program can become part of a growing golf industry.
    The industry's goal is to develop the game of golf through efficient...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Travel/Tourism

    This one-year certificate was designed to prepare a person to be employed as a travel agent, tour guide, tour operator, or tourist promotion representative.

    Courses include:

    * Ticketing and Reservations
    * Principles of Travel/Tourism
    * Travel Destinations


    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Tree Care Technician

    This one-year certificate program is designed for those individuals who wish to pursue a career in the urban tree care industry. Those who successfully complete this program can become a part of the expanding ’green“ industry whose goal is to establish, maintain and improve plant materials in the often...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
    Urban Tree Care

    A one year Certificate Program designed for students that are a bit hesitant about going to college. This certificate requires less math and includes a courses designed to allow the graduate to enter the work force as a Tree Care Technician. Once in the workforce you gain experience and continuing education...

    Allegany College of Maryland
    Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    Medical Lab Technician (AAS)
    Biotechnology

    This certificate program provides MLT graduates or a graduate with a B.S. degree
    from an accredited institution with the opportunity to retrain in new biotechnology
    techniques.

    The program allows the traditional MLT to increase their marketability by diversifying
    their scientific skills to include...


     

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