Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
American Studies | |
The program encourage and assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation of the social structures and cultural values of the American experience from a variety of historical and contemporary perspectives. The option makes use of materials and methodologies from various disciplines in... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Architecture and Interior Design
Architecture | |
The option primarily prepares students for further study in the field of architecture, but also equips students with employable skills for the design and construction professions. Specific skills are developed in preparation of contract documents, theory analysis and design presentation, computer-aided... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Architecture and Interior Design
Construction Management | |
Training in the organization and management of both large and small construction projects. Develops skills in the areas of project management, construction estimating, materials and methods of construction and construction documentation. Teaches and integrates principles of business management as applied... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Architecture and Interior Design
Interior Design | |
The program includes both visual and functional design, technical aspects of building construction, space planning and decoration as they relate to the interior architecture of buildings. In addition to the practical and functional problem-solving process associated with the enclosure of space, interior... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Business Administration | |
Provides the first two years of course work for students planning to transfer to a bachelor's degree program at a four year college or university majoring in business. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Business Enterprise Systems | |
This program will provide students with the comprehensive skills set necessary for a successful career in the business/technology area emphasizing enterprise systems. Provides a comprehensive overview of business enterprise systems, allowing students to apply business concepts, theories and best business... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Business Management | |
To enhance and upgrade managerial and communication skills and prepare for careers in the 21st century including today's technologically advanced workplace. Because the program is carefully tailored to job-related skills, full-time students can complete it in two terms.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Communications | |
For students who have specific educational needs not covered by other areas of study or who wish a general back- ground without heavy coursework in any one program. This program offers flexibility in complying with requirements for transfer to baccalaureate colleges in cases where other areas of study... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Computer Information Systems | |
Computer Information Systems (code AS.CPS.CIS) Students transfer to a four-year arts and sciences college or university to earn a technical bachelor's degree. After transferring, students develop greater technical knowledge which is applied to a business environment. The greatest emphasis is on preparing... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Computer Network Management | |
Provides a knowledge of network technology and management. It prepares students who have an interest in pursuing or furthering careers in installing, repairing and/or administering today's local and wide area networks. The program incorporates a thorough study of voice and data communication fundamentals... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Computer Science | |
This transfer program provides a solid computer science and mathematics foundation for those students transferring to four-year colleges and universities to pursue a bachelor's degree in computer science. Students gain experience with a variety of operating systems which currently include Windows and... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Cybercrime | |
Prepares students for careers in the area of criminal investigation and cybercrime or to meet requirements for promotion and additional career responsibility. Provides students with an educational opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in cybercrime. Prepares students with a continuous... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Early Childhood Development | |
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Early Childhood Development fulfills the state educational requirements for employment as a director, senior staff member,school-age staff member and/or director of a program in a child care center. The program emphasizes the study of child development,... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Electronic Engineering Technology
Electronics | |
To provide a two-year degree in electronics technology,allowing a graduate to enter the workforce as an electronic technician. Electronics technicians assemble, install, maintain and repair electronic devices and equipment. Examples include working on the latest robots that build automotive parts or... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Electronic Engineering Technology
Telecommunications | |
Students prepare to become engineering technicians in the field of telecommunications, update their skills or broaden their base of knowledge. The option provides a general background in electronics and computer systems specifically oriented to their applications in telecommunications systems. It covers... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
EMT-Paramedic | |
Purpose: Prepares students for state and national licensure as EMT-Ps. There is a fee for the national exam.
Occupational Goal: EMT-P in local emergency medical services system or in an industry or health care setting.
Program Requirements: Students must meet academic and admission requirements prior... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Engineering Transfer | |
Offers an opportunity to earn the first two years of a four-year engineering degree. Engineers design, analyze, build and test technological hardware, such as electronic systems and computers, automobiles and aircraft, communication equipment, roads and bridges. An engineering degree requires at least... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Entrepreneurship | |
A degree in entrepreneurship provides you with the skills to start your own venture, work with others to identify business opportunities, join entrepreneurial ventures or work for an established organization. Entrepreneurship graduates are often in demand by growth-oriented companies wanting to incorporate... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Financial Accounting | |
To provide students with the technical knowledge and credentials needed for entry or advancement as paraprofessionals in the field of accounting. Students who wish to major in accounting at a four-year college should enroll in the Business Administration transfer program. This program includes required... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Fine Arts
Art History/Museum Education | |
The Purpose of the program is for students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in art history.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Fine Arts
Dance | |
The Program is for students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in dance |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Fine Arts
Film Studies | |
The Program is for students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in film study |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Fine Arts
Graphic Design | |
For students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in graphic design.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Fine Arts
Music | |
The Program is for students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in music. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Fine Arts
Visual Arts | |
The Program is for students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in the visual arts.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Fire Management | |
Provides graduates with technical and professional knowledge to make decisions regarding fire protection in both the public and private sectors. Also provides a sound foundation or continuous higher learning in fire protection, administration and management. Only career or volunteer members of an emergency... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Forensic Studies | |
Prepares students for careers in the area of criminal investigation and forensic science. Provides students with an educational opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in forensic studies and is a transfer program for students planning to pursue a bachelor degree in forensic science... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Gerontology | |
To train graduates to work in a variety of entry-level positions in services to older adults in social, medical and economic fields. Graduates can transfer to four-year institutions to further their education in areas such as gerontology, social work, counseling, and various health programs
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Histotechnology | |
Prepares students in the essential skills and specialized competencies required in the field of histotechnology. Upon completion of this program, students will be eligible to take the National Registry Examination for certification in histotechnology.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Homeland Security Management | |
In the aftermath of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the Office of Homeland Security was created to strategically coordinate government agencies in order to better forecast,prevent, and defend against future terrorist threats. Six key operational areas are now the focus of Homeland Security:... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Hotel/Restaurant Management | |
Prepares students for entry-level supervisory positions in the hospitality industry or for specialized industry management training programs. A practicum course and a range of electives provide students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and specialty experience in restaurants, hotels, health care... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Hotel/Restaurant Management
Culinary Arts Operations | |
The Culinary Arts Operations Option prepares students for employment in the hospitality industry with essential skills and content in culinary or pastry operations. The student will learn to use that knowledge as it relates to operating a successful and profitable business.
The areas of specialization... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Human Services | |
To train graduates to work as human services generalists in a variety of entry-level positions in mental health, social work, human services administration, addictions and other human services occupations. Graduates can transfer to the School of Social Work at University of Maryland Baltimore County... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Human Services
Addiction Counseling | |
For students preparing to become addiction counselors in the field of substance abuse prevention and treatment and for those already employed in the field. The option provides the necessary academic coursework to attain certification by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors as a certified supervised... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Human Services
Law and Social Practice | |
To train graduates to work as human services generalists in a variety of entry-level positions in corrections, juvenile services, rehabilitation counseling, mental health, social work,addictions and other human services occupations. Graduates can transfer to four-year institutions to further their education... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Information Systems Security | |
Prepares student for entry-level career in information systems security. The program emphasizes computer security and information assurance concepts augmented with current industry standard techniques. Topics cover threats and vulnerabilities, prevention at the technical (hardware and software) and human... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Interactive Technologies | |
This area of study option is for students who want to earn an associate of applied sciences degree so they can prepare for a career or possible transfer in the area of Interactive Technologies. This field is rapidly growing in the Baltimore/Washington area with jobs in private industry and with the local,... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Juvenile Justice | |
Produces qualified practitioners with thorough knowledge and skills to assess, treat and manage children and youth offenders in both the juvenile and adult criminal justice systems. Students compare and contrast historical and current day philosophies of the juvenile justice system, to include social... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Law and Jurisprudence | |
This transfer program provides a law and liberal arts foundation for those students transferring to four-year colleges and universities to pursue a bachelor's degree in jurisprudence and, ultimately, attend law school.
Students gain knowledge and insight into the building blocks of the American legal... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice | |
To achieve three objectives: first, to provide students with the opportunity to develop the basic theoretical and technical skills needed for an entry-level position into various areas of the criminal justice profession; second, to enhance the opportunities of in-service police officer students for... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Liberal Arts | |
The Program is to provide a traditional liberal arts education to students who wish to transfer to a four-year university or college and who wish to further their studies in one of the liberal arts disciplines. This option is suitable for students who intend to seek baccalaureate degrees but who have... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
LPN to RN Upward Mobility Toward Nursing | |
A career in registered nursing offers personal enrich-ment, satisfaction and a competitive salary. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ranks registered nurses first among health care occupations expected to have fast growth and high earnings through the year 2006.
Graduates who complete the 62-credit... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Management Information Systems | |
Management Information Systems (code AS.CPS.MIS) ” Students transfer to a four-year school of business within a college or university to earn a bachelor's degree in business administration with a specialization in information systems. After transferring, students focus on business and management and... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Mathematics | |
Prepares for transfer to a four-year institution and a major in mathematics or other subjects which require a strong mathematics background. Prepares also for further study in business, engineering, mathematics, physical sciences or statistics. Develops skills in analyzing and interpreting problems,... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Media Production | |
The communication arts technology program is designed to give students the latest techniques used in the fields of photography, graphic arts, multimedia and video. Students learn both manual and computer skills which prepare them for entry-level positions and further study.
As an important secondary... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Medical Assisting | |
To prepare students for employment in physicians'offices, hospitals, clinics, medical departments of industry and government and wherever medical office administration with clinical skills is required. In addition, coursework improves communication, composition and office-management skills.
Graduates... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Medical Laboratory Technician | |
Prepares the student for entry-level employment in laboratory medicine to meet the current and the increasing demands for medical laboratory technicians. Medical laboratory technicians work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, clinics, physician's offices, and independent laboratories. The medical... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Medical Technology | |
The completion of this two-year transfer option students may enroll for a third collegiate year at a four-year college or university. This, in turn, may be followed by a year's internship in an approved hospital program in medical technology. Students who are accepted by the medical technology program... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Nursing | |
he Nursing Transfer program prepares students for transfer to area colleges and universities offering a bachelor of science degree in nursing. It is recommended that entering students have high school preparation in mathematics, chemistry and biology with laboratory. Although courses in this program... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Nursing (Registered Nurse) | |
For students who wish to complete formal education with an associate of sciences degree. Graduates of the nursing (RN) program are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN). | |
The Degree Provides comprehensive skills necessary for a successful and satisfying business career. Exposes students to all aspects of today's rapidly changing and technologically challenging business environment. Prepares students for careers in the 21st century and the world of electronic commerce.... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Paralegal Studies
Business | |
Basic information is presented to prepare students for employment in the paralegal field or to meet the requirements for promotion and additional career responsibility. Students are able to choose the option: business. Paralegal courses are taught by judges, practicing attorneys and experts in the field,... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Paralegal Studies
General Practice | |
Basic information is presented to prepare students for employment in the paralegal field or to meet the requirements for promotion and additional career responsibility. Students are able to choose the option: general practice. Paralegal courses are taught by judges, practicing attorneys and experts in... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Paralegal Studies
Iitigation | |
Basic information is presented to prepare students for employment in the paralegal field or to meet the requirements for promotion and additional career responsibility. Students are able to choose the option: litigation. Paralegal courses are taught by judges, practicing attorneys and experts in the... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Personal Computer Systems Technology | |
Prepares students for careers requiring a strong background in computer technology and information systems. Covers fundamental concepts in computer technology, networking and information systems. The Personal Computer Systems Technology Option (code AAS.CIS.PC-SYS) emphasizes the development of expertise... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Physical Therapist Assistant | |
Prepares students to provide physical therapy services according to the plan of care developed by the physical therapist. The physical therapist assistant (PTA) administers direct patient care; teaches patients, families and other health care providers how to perform selected procedures; and provides... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Programming/Analysis | |
Prepares students for careers requiring a strong background in computer technology and information systems. Covers fundamental concepts in computer technology, networking and information systems.The Programming/Analysis Option (code AAS.CIS.PROG)emphasizes the development of analytical and programming... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Radiologic Technology | |
Prepares students for employment as entry-level radiographers in hospitals, medical and specialty offices, imaging centers, clinics and other health care agencies. Trains graduates in radiographic positioning and procedures, medical imaging techniques, image processing and other X-ray related competency... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Science Driver | |
Purpose: For students who have an interest in working and
volunteering for assignments involving underwater habitat
assessment.
Occupational Goal: Entry-level diver
Award Requirements: Completion of the required courses
with a grade of C or better. Students apply to the Records and
Registration... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Teaching | |
The Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) degree is designed for students preparing to transfer to a four-year institution to obtain a baccalaureate degree and earn state teacher certification. The program incorporates foundation course work in teacher education, content coursework in a selected certification... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Therapeutic Massage | |
Purpose: To provide a new career path for students wishing to practice as a certified massage therapist.
Transfer from other Therapeutic Massage Programs
Students who have successfully completed therapeutic massage courses within the past two years in an accredited therapeutic massage program may qualify... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Transfer Studies | |
The Transfer Studies certificate is for students whose educational goal is to transfer and who wish a general back-ground in transferable general educational foundational courses. This certificate offers a set of introductory courses designed to meet the baccalaureate requirements of the transfer university... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Undeclared Career Prep | |
This area of study option is for students who want to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree so they can prepare for a career or possibly transfer, but are still deciding on a sub-ject area. The undeclared area of study option allows you to begin study in required general education courses while... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Undeclared Certificate | |
This area of study option is for students who want to earn a certificate to update job skills, but are still deciding on a subject area. Most certificate areas of study are designed as units within Associate of Applied Science degree program and can be acquired in the process of seeking the A.A.S. degree.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Undeclared Transfer Prep | |
This area of study option is for students who want to earn an Associate of Arts or associate of sciences degree and transfer to a four-year college or university, but are still deciding on a subject area. The undeclared area of study option allows you to begin study in required general education courses... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Web Technology | |
Prepares students for careers in Internet programming Web page design, or Web site management. Become familiar with the graphic and programming restrictions that apply to commu-nications on the Internet. Students are able to use programming and scripting languages to develop and manage Web sites. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Associate degree
Women's Studies | |
For students who have specific educational needs not covered by other areas of study or who wish a general back-ground without heavy coursework in any one program. This program offers flexibility in complying with requirements for transfer to baccalaureate colleges in cases where other areas of study... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Paralegal Studies
General Practice | |
Basic information is presented to prepare students foremployment in the paralegal field or to meet the requirements of persons already employed in the paralegal field who wish to obtain college credit and move into more advanced supervisory positions. Students are able to choose the option: general practice.Students... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Paralegal Studies
litigation | |
Basic information is presented to prepare students foremployment in the paralegal field or to meet the requirements of persons already employed in the paralegal field who wish to obtain college credit and move into more advanced supervisory positions. Students are able to choose the option: litigation... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Physician Assistant | |
Prepares the primary care physician assistant (PA) student to provide quality medical care under the supervision of a licensed physician. Graduates are employed in doctors' offices,hospitals, clinics, HMOs, nursing homes, the armed forces and other federal government agencies. Graduates are eligible... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Architectural CAD | |
Training for employment as a computer-aided design (CAD) operator and architectural technician. Emphasizes computer delineation of building materials as they pertain to the detailing of residential and commercial buildings.
Range of Occupations
· Architectural technician
· CAD (computer-aided design)... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Architectural Illustration | |
The Program teaches presentation techniques used in professional architectural rendering. Emphasizes the artistic side of architecture with an emphasis on various drawing techniques.
Range of Occupations
· Architectural draftsman
· Architectural renderer
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Baking and Pastry Arts Operations | |
Prepares students for employment in the hospitality industry such as in a restaurant or hotel bakery, or in a bakeshop setting such as a privately owned bakery or wholesale club or grocery store bakery. This certificate builds toward Hotel/Restaurant Management degree, Culinary Arts Operations option.... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer Network Management | |
Provides a knowledge of network technology and management with an emphasis on local area networks. The certificate program is for students who have an interest in pursuing careers in installing, repairing and administering local area networks.
The classroom experience will provide the basis for potential... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer Specialist | |
The Program designed for students who seek employment as an information specialist professional in one of three options: C Language, Visual Basic and Systems.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Construction Management | |
Teaches skills in the area of construction project management, construction estimating, materials and methods of construction and construction documentation. Credits may be transferred toward an Associate of Applied Science degree in architecture and interior design, or to schools offering a bachelor's... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Cybercrime | |
Prepares students for careers in the area of criminalinvestigation and cybercrime or to meet requirements for promotion and additional career responsibility. Provides studentswith an educational opportunity to earn a certificate in cybercrime. Prepares students with a continuous and thorough accumulation... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Designing and Drafting Technology | |
Prepares students for initial employment in computer aided mechanical design and drafting. It also provides job advancement skills for persons currently in manual drafting jobs.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Early Childhood Development
Child Care 1 | |
This certificate provides a path for child care professionals to enhance and upgrade professional qualifications. It offers the opportunity to earn 15 college credits toward the Maryland Child Care Credential Level 4+ and the A.A.S. in Child Development, plus a certificate that qualifies experienced... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Early Childhood Development
Child Care 2 | |
This certificate provides a path for child care professionals to enhance and upgrade professional qualifications. The Child Care Certificate I allows child care professionals to complete the necessary coursework to demonstrate standard child care qualifications. The Child Care Certificate II provides... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Electronic Engineering Technology
Electromechanical | |
Many modern products and systems contain both electronic and mechanical parts, such as copiers, cars and factory assembly lines. Electromechanical technicians are knowledgeable in the basic principles of electronics and mechanics so that they can understand and work on this equipment. This program allows... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Electronic Engineering Technology
Electronics | |
This is a flexible option that offers basic competence in electronics for those who desire to enter the job market in two terms with six courses. It also provides formal recognition to those who are already working in the electronics industry and wish to upgrade their job skills. All credits earned in... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Electronic Engineering Technology
PC Repair | |
Prepares for employment as a PC repair technician who installs, troubleshoots, upgrades and maintains microcomputer systems. Provides a solid foundation in digital electronics, microcomputer theory and troubleshooting, and introduces operating systems and common application software. Helps prepare for... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Electronic Engineering Technology
Telecommunications | |
Telecommunications is one of the fastest growing fields in electronics. This option provides a solid foundation in telecommunication electronics for those who desire to enter the job market after two terms with seven courses. It also provides formal recognition for those already working in the telecommunications... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
EMT-Intermediate | |
Purpose: Prepares students for state and national licensure as an EMT-Intermediate. There is a fee for the national exam.
Occupational Goal: EMT-Intermediate in local emergency medical services system or in an industry or health care setting.
Program Requirements: Students must meet academic and admimssion... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
EMT-Paramedic | |
Purpose: Prepares students for state and national licensure as EMT-Ps. There is a fee for the national exam.
Graduation Requirements: Completion of the required course with a grade of C or higher.
Occupational Goal: EMT-P in local emergency medical services system or in an industry or health care... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Entrepreneurship | |
A certificate in entrepreneurship provides you with the basic skills to start your own venture, work with others to identify business opportunities, join entrepreneurial ventures, or work for an established organization. Regardless of size, all businesses need managers who can identify opportunities,... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Financial Accounting | |
Intended for students who already have earned a bachelor's degree or higher and who wish to complete the individual course requirements to sit for the Maryland Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
Entrance Requirements: Since the state requirements are subject to change and since many of the courses... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Gerontology
General Studies | |
With projected growth of the older adult population,the need increases for employees of agencies and institutions serving older adults to be educated on the social, biological and psychological aspects of the lives of the clients they serve and patients for whom they care. These courses provide a basic... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Gerontology
Human Services | |
With projected growth of the older adult population,the need increases for employees of agencies and institutions serving older adults to be educated on the social, biological and psychological aspects of the lives of the clients they serve and patients for whom they care. These courses provide a basic... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Graphic Design | |
The graphic design certificate prepares students for employment in the graphics field. It may also be used to upgrade skills for graphic artists.
The courses develop an individual's skills at producing and conceptualizing graphic material. Emphasis is on design, technique and production processes.... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Hotel/Lodging Management | |
Prepares students for entry-level supervisory positions in the hospitality industry or for specialized industry management training programs in the lodging industry. An overview of lodging departments, technology, as well as management functions and revenue management is included. An internship course... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Hotel/Restaurant Management | |
Prepares students for employment in the hospitality industry such as in a restaurant or hotel. Food preparation as well as management functions are included. The Food Service Operations Option prepares students for entry-level food service supervisory positions in a variety of hospitality industries,... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Human Services | |
To give employees and volunteers associated with helping agencies knowledge and upgrading of skills in the human services area. This certificate is also appropriate for students to test their interest in the field before committing to a degree program. Students may subsequently apply these credits toward... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Human Services
Direct Support | |
For students preparing for entry level human service jobs in the fields of mental retardation and developmental disabilities. To enhance the skills and communication among directsupport employees already working with people with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Students gain knowledge... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Information Systems Security | |
Prepares student for entry-level careers in information systems security. Intended for those already employed in computing or who have a computing background. The certificate emphasizes computer security and information assurance concepts augmented with current industry standard techniques.
Topics cover... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Intelligence Analytics | |
This program is designed to provide students with a critical understanding of the complex nature of the intelligence community and its role in supporting U.S. national security. The intended audience is students who wish to explore a future career in the intelligence community; current intelligence community... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Interior Design | |
This sequence of specialized courses teaches skills in the area of interior design and decorating. Develops skills in the coordination and selection of furniture, fabrics and other materials used in planning interior spaces for both residential and commercial buildings. Analyzes spatial needs and traffic... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Juvenile Justice
Juvenile Services Institutional Support Staff | |
This certificate program provides initial knowledge base to students and professionals pursuing first-time employment in juvenile justice and other service-providing agencies,and who are likely to work in a minimal-contact capacity with juvenile offenders such as clerical, record keeping, facilities... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Juvenile Justice
Juvenile Services Resident Advisers | |
This certificate program provides initial knowledge and skill-base to students and professionals pursuing employment in juvenile justice and other service-providing agencies, and who are pursuing careers in direct-service contact capacities such as counseling, residential supervision, juvenile corrections... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Landscape Architecture Design | |
The purpose of the training for employment as a drafter and technical assistant within the landscape design industry.
Range of Occupations
· Landscape drafter
· Garden design assistant
· Landscape design renderer
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Juvenile Services | |
For students who are either preparing for or are currently employed in the field of criminal justice. Courses required in this option are appropriate for all students of criminal justice. Elective courses allow students to specialize in a particular area of criminal justice, depending on their interests... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Police Academy | |
Before entering the program, students must seek advisement and approval from the Police Academy Program Coordinator at 410-777-7390. Students enroll in academy core courses in the fall term of each year. Students must complete the academy program within ten months. Students must meet academic and state... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Police Administration | |
For students who are either preparing for or are currently employed in the field of criminal justice. Courses required in this option are appropriate for all students of criminal justice. Elective courses allow students to specialize in a particular area of criminal justice, depending on their interests... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Managed Care Operations | |
Purpose: This five-course sequence is designed for those seeking
entry-level employment in managed care operations.
Program Requirements
1. Demonstrated eligibility for ENG 111. Completion of required courses with a grade of C or better.
2. All medical assistant program students must receive a minimum... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Medical Assisting | |
Prepares students for employment in physicians' offices, hospitals, clinics, medical departments of industry and government and wherever basic office and clinical skills are required. Graduates are eligible to sit for certification examinations given by the American Association of Medical Assistants... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Medical Coding | |
To provide eligibility status to sit for the Certified Coding Associate Examination (CCA) offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the Certified Professional Coder examination (CPC) offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Paralegal Studies
Business | |
Basic information is presented to prepare students foremployment in the paralegal field or to meet the requirements of persons already employed in the paralegal field who wish to obtain college credit and move into more advanced supervisory positions. Students are able to choose the option: business.Students... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Patient Care Technician | |
This two- or three-course sequence is designed for per-sons who wish to function as multi-skilled workers at area hospi-tals. After completing this course of study, students will be able to provide direct patient care and perform advanced skills, including phlebotomy, under the supervision of a registered... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Personal Computer Specialist | |
The program is to prepare students for employment in businesses that have a demand for personnel with personal computer skills. Students receive a general background in computer operations and applications using software to support the electronic office and business. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Pharmacy Technician | |
This one year program is designed to prepare students to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination. Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to work as a pharmacy technician in a variety of phar-macy settings. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Photography | |
The photography certificate is offered for students who desire a concentrated introduction to photography for career purposes or personal enrichment. Credits earned for the certificate may be applied to the Associate of Applied Science degree program in communication arts technology.
The courses develop... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Practical Nursing | |
For students who wish to complete formal education with a certificate. Graduates of the practical nursing (PN) pro-gram are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The practical nursing program is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Publication Design on the Internet
Graphic Design | |
This certificate is for persons who wish to have a basic knowledge of Internet requirements and procedures to successfully design and publish on the Internet. Preparation of text, digital images, audio and site animation is covered in class with emphasis on how they are used on the World Wide Web (WWW).
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Publication Design on the Internet
Programming | |
After completing this certificate, students are able to apply simple programming and design skills in preparing Web sites. They will be familiar with the graphic and programming restrictions that apply to communications on the Internet. They will be able to use Java, Perl and CGI languages to script... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Publication Design on the Internet
Graphic Design | |
This certificate is for persons who wish to have a basic knowledge of Internet requirements and procedures to successfully design and publish on the Internet. Preparation of text, digital images, audio and site animation is covered in class with emphasis on how they are used on the World Wide Web (WWW).
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Publication Design on the Internet
Programming | |
After completing this certificate, students are able to apply simple programming and design skills in preparing Websites. They will be familiar with the graphic and programming restrictions that apply to communications on the Internet. They will be able to use Java, Perl and CGI languages to script Websites... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Retail Management Certificate | |
A six course (18 credit hour) sequence of business courses that prepares the successful graduate for a career in retail management in a small to medium-sized organization. Students will learn the various functions of running a retail store, that include: sales and customer service, accounting,supervision... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Science Laboratory Management | |
To provide students with the diverse skills necessary to become science lab managers or coordinators, technical specialists, and technicians in laboratories specializing in biological and chemical analysis. Students may apply these credits toward the Associate of Science degree in the various Science... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Scientific Programming | |
Acquire or update software design and programming skills. Develop skills in software engineering, programming languages and the UNIX/LINUX operating system. Experienced computer programmers and technicians may gain skills in
advanced high-level languages and programming environments. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Special Education Support
Behavior Support Services | |
The number of students designated as requiring special education has grown exponentially in recent years and continues to grow. Additionally, the needs of these children with specific disabilities require that the personnel assisting them have a high degree of knowledge regarding that disability. No... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Special Education Support
Disorders | |
The number of students designated as requiring special education has grown exponentially in recent years and continues to grow. Additionally, the needs of these children with specific disabilities require that the personnel assisting them have a high degree of knowledge regarding that disability. No... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Special Education Support
Emotional Disturbance | |
The number of students designated as requiring special education has grown exponentially in recent years and continues to grow. Additionally, the needs of these children with specific disabilities require that the personnel assisting them have a high degree of knowledge regarding that disability. No... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Special Education Support
Learning Disabled | |
The number of students designated as requiring special education has grown exponentially in recent years and continues to grow. Additionally, the needs of these children with specific disabilities require that the personnel assisting them have a high degree of knowledge regarding that disability. No... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Special Education Support
Mental Retardation | |
The number of students designated as requiring special education has grown exponentially in recent years and continues to grow. Additionally, the needs of these children with specific disabilities require that the personnel assisting them have a high degree of knowledge regarding that disability. No... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Special Education Support
Preschool/Early Childhood | |
The number of students designated as requiring special education has grown exponentially in recent years and continues to grow. Additionally, the needs of these children with specific disabilities require that the personnel assisting them have a high degree of knowledge regarding that disability. No... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Special Education Support
Speech and Language | |
The number of students designated as requiring special education has grown exponentially in recent years and continues to grow. Additionally, the needs of these children with specific disabilities require that the personnel assisting them have a high degree of knowledge regarding that disability. No... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Teaching Paraprofessional | |
No Child Left Behind legislation requires educational paraprofessionals to be ’highly qualified.“ To meet this objective, this certificate has been designed to both satisfy the legal requirements and to prepare teaching assistants to better fulfill their job responsibilities.
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Therapeutic Massage | |
Purpose:To provide a new career path for students wishing to practice as a certified massage therapist or a registered massage practitioner.
Transfer from other Therapeutic Massage Programs
Students who have successfully completed therapeutic massage courses within the past two years in an accredited... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
UNIX/LINUX System Administrator | |
An approved option under the computer network management associate degree program. Prepares students for employment as administrators of UNIX/LINUX system installations. Provides an introduction to computing, programming,
data communications, security and other principal aspects of a typical UNIX/LINUX... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Video Production | |
The video production certificate prepares students in the fundamentals of developing television programs. The courses cover technical areas such as equipment set-up and operation,lighting, selection of lenses and audio. Other important areas include program planning, the production process, image composition... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Web Technology | |
For students with basic programming competency interested in the Internet programming and design field in the information technology or business service industries. This award is Workforce Investment Act eligible. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Women's Studies | |
The certificate in Women's Studies is offered for stu-dents who desire concentrated study in the field of Women's Studies for career purposes, personal enrichment, or as a path-way to the Associate of Arts degree in Transfer Studies or a more advanced degree in Women's Studies.
Multidisciplinary in... |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN). | |
For students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in graphic design. |
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Anne Arundel Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management + Manager. | |
The Program is for students interested in pursuing professional training, transferring to a four-year institution or gaining personal enrichment by concentrating in theater. |
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