Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Administrative Assistant / Secretary | |
The Administrative Assistant/Secretary program prepares students for careers such as executive assistant, office manager and senior word processor. Students who successfully complete the program have a background in Microsoft Office applications, administrative office management and advanced transcription.... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Art | |
The Art Program is designed for both students who plan to transfer to a four-year college, university or design school and students wanting an introduction to art. The curriculum at CCRI is the equivalent of the freshman and sophomore years in many four-year bachelor‘s degree programs in art or a foundation... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Business Administration
Accounting | |
The Accounting concentration assists students in developing analytical skills through a critical exploration of the fundamentals of accounting and the use of accounting for decision-making purposes. Students use the latest technology to perform various accounting functions. In addition, students work... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Business Administration
Financial Services | |
Students enrolled in the Financial Services concentration develop analytical and critical thinking skills essential for success in today‘s financial environments. In addition, students develop their communication, interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills. The Financial Services concentration prepares... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Business Administration
General Business | |
The General Business concentration provides students with an opportunity to develop communication, interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills as well as a solid understanding of the contemporary business environment. Major requirements provide a strong foundation in business and the program allows... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Business Administration
Management | |
Students who successfully complete the Management concentration demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of a range of management concepts and approaches. They are also able to successfully apply tools and techniques for management decision-making and can conduct research using a variety of resources, including... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Business Administration
Marketing | |
Students who successfully complete this program develop communication, interpersonal, leadership and teamwork skills. Program graduates understand the role and importance of marketing in organizations, demonstrate critical thinking, decision making, strategic planning and communications skills, and are... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Child Development and Early Childhod Education | |
Child development and early childhood education majors are trained to work with families, parents, young children and those who impact the development and well being of children. Child development associates may be employed in a variety of educational and social settings including daycare, head starts,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Computer and Networking Technology | |
The Computer and Networking Technology program prepares students for entry-level technical positions in computer and networking systems administration, installation and maintenance. This program provides balanced coverage of technological fundamentals, computer hardware and software, and networking technology.... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Computer Desktop Technician | |
Computers continue to expand in all aspects of our personal activities in business, manufacturing, education and health care. This program provides balanced coverage of technology fundamentals, computer hardware and computer software. Emphasis is placed on operating principles of hardware and software,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Computer Engineering Technology | |
The Computer Engineering Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions in the computer industry. Computer engineering technicians assist engineers in the design, development, manufacture and testing of new computer-based products and systems. They are also employed to build, install,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Computer Programming | |
The Computer Programming concentration prepares students to enter a modern programming environment. The program stresses problem definition and solution design using different programming languages in the development of applications. |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Education/Special Education | |
Students training in the education and special needs concentrations are qualified for employment in a variety of education and social service settings. These may include teacher assistant positions in kindergarten, public and special education classrooms, early intervention centers, residential group... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Electronic Technology | |
The Electronic Technology program gives students a well-rounded education in order to prepare them for a wide selection of career choices in electronics and computer technology. The program is designed to develop proficiency in the fundamentals of circuit analysis, electronic devices, digital electronics,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Enginering Transfer | |
Successful completion of the Enginering Transfer program enables qualified students to transfer to an accredited engineering curriculum at a four year college or university to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field.
The program provides a firm background in basic engineering principles.... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Fire Science/Emergency Medical Technician | |
The Fire Science Program is for individuals who are interested in or currently serving in the fire service or related fields. Graduates work for municipal fire departments or obtain positions in the fields of industrial fire safety and security, fire protection engineering technology, fire insurance... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
General Microcomputing | |
The General Microcomputing concentration is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of microcomputing or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Students must earn a grade of at least ’C“ in all computer course... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
General Studies | |
The degree in General Studies should enable students to demonstrate a broad understanding of the arts and sciences. Graduates should demonstrate effective communication and computational skills and possess the capacity for continued learning and logical reasoning. The program allows students the opportunity... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Information Technology Support Specialist | |
The Information technology Support Specialist concentration is designed for individuals who wish to acquire training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of microcomputing IT support or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Students in this program must earn... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Jazz Studies | |
The Jazz Studies Program prepares students for transfer to four-year colleges or universities. The two-year curriculum at CCRI is the equivalent of the freshman and sophomore years in four-year bachelor‘s degree programs in jazz. The CCRI program helps prepare students for careers in professional performance,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Land Surveying Technology | |
The Community College of Rhode Island, in conjunction with the RI State Board of Registration for Professional Land Surveyors and the RI Society of Professional Land Surveyors, has developed an associate degree in Land Surveying Technology at CCRI.
Surveyors work to establish land maps and boundaries... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Law Enforcement | |
Community College of Rhode Island offers a degree program for individuals interested in a career in law enforcement and for those currently working in the field. The program is designed to give students a background in academic courses as well as specialized training. |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Liberal Arts
English | |
The English concentration prepares a student for advanced study at the baccalaureate level as an English major or as a second major. It provides an exceptional foundation in the development of writing, critical thinking, critical reading, oral communication and literature analysis. This is an excellent... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Liberal Arts
Foreign Language | |
The Foreign Language concentration prepares students for advanced study at the bachelor‘s degree level and provides an excellent foundation in the foreign language. |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Liberal Arts
History | |
Students concentrating in history should take the following five courses as 15 of the 16-19 required elective credits as follows:
HIST 1010 AND 1020
OR
HIST 1210 AND 1220
AND any 3 courses (9 credits) from:
HIST 1010, 1020, 1210, 1220, 2010, 2015,
Additional courses recommended but not required as electives:
... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Liberal Arts
Mathematics | |
The mathematics concentration prepares students for advanced study in mathematics at the bachelor‘s degree level. The concentration also provides an excellent foundation in mathematics or any related fields requiring a strong mathematics background. |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Liberal Arts
Philosophy | |
Students concentrating in philosophy should take 15 of the 16-19 required elective credits as follows:
PHIL 1010, PHIL 2040
AND three additional courses selected from:
PHIL 2020, 2030, 2070, 2080, 2090
Additional courses recommended but not required as electives:
ENGL 1200, HIST 1010, 1020, MUSC 1100,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Liberal Arts
Psychology | |
The concentration in psychology provides students with an opportunity to prepare for advanced study at the bachelor‘s degree level. In addition, the concentration provides an excellent foundation in behavioral science. Courses typically required in the freshman and sophomore year of bachelor‘s degree... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Liberal Arts
Sociology | |
Students concentrating in sociology should take 15 of the 16-19 required elective credits as follows:
SOCS 1010
AND four additional courses (12 credits) from:
SOCS 2020, 2030, 2040, 2050, 2070, 2080, 2110, 2300, 2310
Additional courses recommended but not required as electives:
ENGL 1200, MATH 1475,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Mechanical Enginering Technology | |
Students enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program learn to convert engineering theory into working plans in order to solve real world problems. Students use mathematic and scientific concepts as well as computer-related tools to solve design and manufacturing problems that are pervasive... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Medical Administrative Assistant/Secretary | |
The Medical Administrative Assistant/Secretary program prepares students to perform administrative and clinical duties. Some responsibilities encountered by graduates include preparing medical correspondence, assisting physicians with medical reports and histories and arranging for patient hospitalization,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Music | |
The Music program prepares students for transfer to four-year colleges or universities. This program transfers to Rhode Island College, the University of Rhode Island and other colleges and universities nationally. The two-year curriculum at CCRI is the equivalent of the freshman and sophomore years... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Networking | |
The Networking concentration prepares students to enter a workplace that emphasizes the use of the personal computer as a stand-alone device or in a networked computer environment. Depending on the selection of courses, this program could prepare an individual to be employed in computer user support... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Nursing | |
The Nursing Program consists of Level I (Practical Nurse Diploma) and Level II courses (AS Nursing). Students who complete the Level I courses receive a diploma and are eligible to take the examination for licensure as a practical nurse (LPN). Students who complete Level I and Level II receive an Associate... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Paralegal Studies | |
Community College of Rhode Island offers a degree program for individuals interested in a career as a legal assistant. Graduates of the program have the option of entering the work force as a trained paralegal or continuing their education by transferring to a college offering a bachelor‘s degree program... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Science | |
The Science degree program is intended for individuals who wish to pursue a career in science or a related field. Such fields include, but are not limited to, astronomy, biochemistry, biology, biophysics, biotechnology, chemistry, environmental geology, environmental science, forensics, forestry, geochemistry,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Social Service | |
Social Work
Social work students are provided with foundation courses that prepare them to be social service providers in a wide variety of agency program and community settings with clients of all ages. From advocacy and social activism to therapeutic assistance to children and families, social workers... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Technical Studies | |
The Associate in Applied Science degree in Technical Studies (A.A.S.-T.S.) is designed for students who want to take technical and general courses for college credit in order to meet the training or retraining demands of current or prospective employers. This interdisciplinary degree program enables... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Telecomunications Technology | |
The Telecommunications Technology program introduces students to today‘s telecommunications environment and its underlying technology.
Courses in this program teach concepts and skills for the transmission of voice, video, graphics and text data over various analog and digital networks. Topics covered... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Theatre | |
Students who wish to major in Theatre follow a curriculum that includes a study of both fine arts and the humanities. The curriculum is flexible enough to serve both students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges or professional schools and students who wish to pursue a career in a related field.
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
Web Programing | |
The Web Programing concentration is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of Web programming or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Students in this program must obtain a grade of at least ’C“ in all... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Associate degree
WebSite Development | |
The Web Site Development concentration is designed for individuals who wish to pusue a career in microcomputing and acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position specifically in Web site development. It is also ideal for those wishing to gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Accounting | |
By providing an academic foundation in accounting, this certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in the accounting field. It may also be completed in order to enhance skills of individuals currently employed in accounting-related positions. Students interested in this program should... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Advanced Networking Technician | |
Students will learn about complex network configurations, diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques. Instructions are more advanced which allows students to gain essential knowledge and skills used to design and implement converged, scalable and secured LANs and WANs. Integrated into this program are... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Basic Office Skills | |
The one-semester Basic Office Skills Certificate Program gives students immediate job training for entry-level office positions. Such positions include office assistant, word processing typist, receptionist and data entry clerk. Students who successfully complete the program have a background in word... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Biotechnology | |
The Biotechnology Program offers hands-on, competency-based instruction designed for entry-level students or to retrain individuals with previous workplace and/or educational experience. The 18 credit certificate program focuses on the techniques and skills top companies look for in the area of bio-manufacturing.... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Children’s Residential Programming | |
The Children‘s Residential Programming program was designed specifically for people working in children‘s residential treatment. RICORP students will take their ordinary orientation training, earn three credits, and then move on to other CCRI courses. All courses will be offered on three of CCRI‘s campuses.... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer Assisted Manufacturing | |
As the United States continues to face the challenges of global economic competition, one of the tools for sharpening our competitive edge is the use of the computer as an enhancement to engineering and manufacturing. American companies are integrating computers into the engineering and manufacturing... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Developmental Disabilities | |
The certificate in Developmental Disabilities at CCRI prepares students to provide support to individuals with disabilities in a variety of home, work, school and recreation environments. Emphasis is placed on students applying their skills in increasingly complex systems of support that facilitate the... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Early Childhood Education | |
The certificate in Early Childhood Education is for the working student who wishes to improve or upgrade his/her knowledge and skills in early childhood development and child care. Courses are offered days and evenings and all courses directly apply toward the department‘s A.A. degree. |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Emergency/Disaster Management | |
The Emergency/Disaster Management fast-growing field presents opportunities for individuals who seek employment in various emergency management capacities. This program is based upon the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) for higher education and is designed to enhance the emergency/disaster management... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Entrepreneurship | |
The Entrepreneurship program provides individuals with a basic understanding of the principles, concepts and procedures necessary to start a small business.
After completing core and elective courses, students apply their knowledge through an entrepreneurial capstone course that requires the development... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Financial Services | |
The certificate in Financial Services is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the financial services industry, which includes banking, insurance and investments. Also, individuals who are already working in the industry and seeking promotion to a higher position can benefit from... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Lean Manufacturing | |
Lean and agile production is the systematic approach of identifying and eliminating waste through continuous improvement techniques. A lean enterprise produces more with existing resources by eliminating non-value-added activities. This certificate allows students to upgrade skills through training in... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Management | |
The certificate program in Management begins with a study of basic principles, concepts and procedures. Upon successful completion of these initial courses, students apply their knowledge in a capstone management strategy course. This final course allows students to apply previous learning through cases,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Manufacturing Enginering Technology | |
Manufacturing engineers are responsible for determining the most competitive way to manufacture a product. The certificate in Manufacturing Engineering Technology is a comprehensive program that gives students a strong foundation of technical skills and knowledge needed for employment in fields such... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Manufacturing Technology | |
Manufacturing engineers are responsible for determining competitive ways to manufacture a product. The certificate in Manufacturing Engineering Technology is a comprehensive program that gives students a strong foundation of technical skills and knowledge needed for employment in fields such as production,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Marketing | |
The Marketing certificate program provides students with both an academic foundation and practical skills development in the field of marketing. It is ideal for individuals already working in the business world who seek a background in marketing or those who wish to explore the field by studying a variety... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Medical Insurance Billing Specialist | |
The Medical Insurance Billing Specialist program provides students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to process medical insurance forms and to code medical records using the CPT and ICD-CM coding systems. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the national CPC (Certified... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Networking Technician | |
Networks continue to expand in all aspects of our personal activities in business, manufacturing, education and health care. This program provides a balanced coverage of technology fundamentals and networking technology. Emphasis is placed on operating principles networking models, operating systems,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Office Administration | |
The Office Administration program has been designed to train administrative office professionals in any of the areas of concentration listed here. Some options enable a student to earn an associate degree. Other options enable a student to earn a nine-month certificate. The courses have been tailored... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Telecommunications Enginering Technology | |
Telecommunications is the fastest growing segment of technology today. Telecommunications technologists are needed to plan, install and maintain state-of-the-art telephone systems, cable TV and computer networks. Although technologists have knowledge of theoretical topics, they focus on solving practical... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Computer Programming | |
The Computer Programming certificate emphasize technical course work only and does not require students to take electives that are required in the associate degree option. This certificate is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a programming position... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
General Microcomputing | |
The General Microcomputing certificate is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of microcomputing or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Certificate programs emphasize technical course work only and do... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Information technology Suport Specialist | |
The Information technology Suport Specialist certificate is designed for individuals who wish to acquire training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of microcomputing IT support or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Certificate programs emphasize technical... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Mechanical Enginering Technology | |
The Mechanical Enginering Technology certificate program is for students who wish to seek employment in computer-aided design and analysis for product development, material and system testing and technical sales. Courses in this certificate program an be applied toward an associate degree in the Mechanical... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Medical Transcription | |
The Medical Transcription Certificate Program prepares students for employment in the health field. Students are trained in the use of medical terminology, the transcription of various types of medical reports and the handling of medical office duties. Cooperative work experience in a medical office... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Networking | |
The Networking certificate program is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of microcomputing or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Certificate programs emphasize technical course work only and do not... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Office Automation | |
The Office Automation certificate is available for students who visualize the ’office environment“ as paperless. This certificate program enables students to become proficient in the use of software applications to manage the corporate office. Students are taught to make the transition from the traditional... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Process Control Technology | |
The Process Control Certificate Program is designed to educate the student in the control of industrial and manufacturing process by local or remote means. The curriculum is designed to familiarize the student with a variety of industrial and scientific instruments, including automatic controllers, recorders,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Travel, Tourism and Hospitality | |
Tourism is currently Rhode Island‘s second-largest and fastest-growing industry. The CCRI Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers in this growing industry. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions with airlines,... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Web Programming | |
The Web Programming certificate is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of Web programming or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Certificate programs emphasize technical course work only and do not... |
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Community College of Rhode Island
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Web Site development | |
The Web Site development certificate is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of Web site development or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware. Certificate programs emphasize technical course work only and... |
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