Erie Community College
Associate degree
Architectural Technology
Construction Technology | |
Program Description
The Architectural Technology-Construction Technology program provides the skills necessary to produce construction documents for both residential and commercial projects. Emphasis is placed on the graphic communications necessary for the fabrication of structures.
The fundamental... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Automotive Technology | |
In this age of computer-enhanced, fuel-injected automobiles, the modern auto technician must be knowledgeable in many areas to be successful. These changes in auto technology have expanded the need for automotive technicians.
The objective of the automotive technology curriculum is to prepare graduates... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Automotive Technology
Chrysler CAP | |
Program Description
Sponsored by Chrysler Corporation, the CAP program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience in a local Chrysler dealership. Students in the CAP program gain valuable real life experience by working as actual employees of a modern automotive dealership service department.... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Automotive Technology
Ford Asset | |
Program Description
Sponsored by Ford Motor Company, the ASSET program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience in a local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership. Students in the ASSET program gain valuable real life experience by working as actual employees of a modern automotive dealership... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Automotive Trades
Autobody Repair | |
The Automotive Trades/Autobody Repair curriculum prepares students for employment in the automotive industry. Students may study full- or part-time for an Associate‘s Degree in Applied Science (A.A.S.) day or part-time evening.
The curriculum includes the study of theory as well as practical applications... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Building Management and Maintenance | |
The Building Management and Maintenance curriculum prepares students to assume key positions in fields of facility operations and property management. There is a great need for highly-trained individuals to operate, manage, and maintain various kinds of facilities both locally and nationally. The curriculum... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Business Administration (AAS) | |
Program Description
Erie Community College recognizes the need to prepare its students for a job market in a constant state of change. An AAS Degree is a significant first step in securing the knowledge and skills necessary for employment or continued education in such a dynamic environment. We endeavor... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Business Administration (AS) | |
Program Description
The A.S. degree in Business: Business Administration is a program which includes core business courses and a significant number of general education courses. This program integrates the unique requirements of both two-year and four-year institutions.
The program‘s primary objective... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Civil Engineering Technology | |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Communication and Media Arts
Communication Arts | |
Program Description
The Communication and Media Arts - Communication Arts curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment and/or transfer opportunities in the fields of broadcasting (television and radio), business, education, the arts, and other mass media related activities such as journalism,... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Computer Aided Drafting/Design Technology | |
Program Description
Every high school graduate has an opportunity for a rewarding and progressive Computer Aided Drafting/Design (CAD) career. The curriculum has been designed to accommodate individuals who are high school graduates or equivalent and who have a desire to become part of the CAD profession... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Computer Repair Technology | |
Program Description
Computers have revolutionized every facet of American life. From computerized billing systems to automatic tellers, the advancement of computerized devices has created the need for competent technicians to service this modern technology.
The Computer Repair Technology Curriculum... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Computer science | |
Program Description
Computer science is the study of the computing process and the fundamental algorithms, structures, and languages that underlie that process. There is an increasing need for experimental work, and the application of computing science to other fields is unlimited. It is this blend of... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Construction Management Engineering Technology | |
Program Description
No other country matches America in new construction projects. American companies are also involved in projects worldwide. With these expenditures has come the growing demand for construction workers and technicians prepared to spearhead this monumental rebuilding effort. Homes, highways,... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Criminal Justice | |
Program Description
Programs to meet society‘s criminal justice needs have grown within the past decade. Simultaneously, the demand for professionals to work in corrections, probation, crime prevention, and court work has skyrocketed.
The criminal justice/A.S. option has been designed to provide a broad... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement | |
In a maze of modern law enforcement and legal proceedings, the demand for highly qualified criminal justice professionals is heard in police stations, correctional facilities, and campus security headquarters.
Program Description
Accordingly, the criminal justice curriculum prepares students for employment... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Culinary Arts | |
Program Description
When you consider the number of people employed and overall sales dollars generated, it is easy to see why the hospitality and culinary industry is one of the largest in the United States. It has been estimated that the industry will need over 100,000 newly-trained employees every... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Dental Hygiene | |
Program Description
The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) is a licensed health-care professional dedicated to the maintenance of optimal oral health and the prevention of oral disease. These professional goals are accomplished through individual and community education, through delivery of preventive... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Dental Laboratory Technology | |
Program Description
Dental laboratory technicians possess skills, competencies, and knowledge invaluable to the modern practice of dentistry. Through the unique dental laboratory technology program, students work with dentists and patients at private dental offices, at dental clinics of the School of... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Early Childhood | |
Program Description
Child care has become a national priority. Along with the sweeping changes in the American family have come demands for quality early childhood education and care, resulting in the need for competent early childhood professionals. The Early Childhood program prepares students to assume... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Electrical Engineering Technology | |
Program Description
The Electrical Engineering Technology program has enjoyed over fifty years of service to the local community. It is the only electronics training program in Western New York that offers both TAC/ABET accreditation and full transfer credit to four year colleges.
This program prepares... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Emergency Management | |
Program Description
The mission of the A.A.S. program in Emergency Management is to prepare individuals to respond to and be effective before, during, and after any local, statewide, or national emergency. In an increasingly complex world facing natural and human-induced disasters, individuals completing... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Engineering Science | |
Program Description
The Engineering Science curriculum at Erie Community College is an alternative to the first two years of engineering at a large four-year university. Classes at the North Campus are small and in this intimate setting, learning is greatly enhanced. The personal attention, small classes,... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Fire Protection Technology | |
Program Description
In an increasingly complex world of changing technologies, synthetic materials, and budget crises, the fire chief must not only be an authority on fire suppression and prevention, but he/she must also be skilled in the fields of management, manpower utilization, and personnel development.... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Food Service Administration
Dietetic Technology Nutrition Care | |
Program Description
The current emphasis on nutrition care as a fundamental part of present day health care has increased the demand for dietetic technicians in the nutrition field. This is a career for those who enjoy working with people to achieve nutritional well-being. Dietetic technicians work in... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Health Information Technology | |
Program Description
The purpose of this program is to prepare individuals for employment as health information technicians. Graduates of this program will be prepared for positions in the medical record departments of health care institutions such as hospitals, nursing homes, health maintenance organizations,... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Hotel Restaurant Management | |
Program Description
The hospitality industry, one of the nation‘s leading employers, is continually looking for well qualified managers. Students entering the curriculum are provided with the skills and knowledge necessary for management positions in: hotels, restaurants, country clubs, catering, sales,... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Industrial Technology | |
Program Description
The Industrial Technology curriculum can open career paths for recent high school graduates, dislocated workers, and career changers in addition to giving industrial workers the opportunity to upgrade their skills and earn an Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS) degree* while employed.... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Information Technology | |
Program Description
Computers are an integral part of everyday life at home, business, and school. Our ’information society“ is in constant demand of individuals who can meet the needs of users within an organization through the selection, creation, application, integration and administration of computing... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Humanities and Social Science | |
Program Description
The humanities degree program is a liberal arts degree with concentrations in Fine Arts or English. Students selecting the humanities degree should be interested in transferring to a baccalaureate (4-year) degree program after completion of their Associates degree at Erie Community... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Humanities and Social Science - Childhood Education | |
Program Description
The Teacher Preparation program is a special program presently being redesigned through a cooperative effort with Buffalo State College. When the redesign is completed, the program will allow ECC students to achieve an Associate degree at ECC and complete the first two years of a... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Mathematics and Science | |
Program Description
Mathematics is the foundation of many fields. Jobs for individuals with mathematical training are available in industry, education, and scientific research. The Mathematics Degree program is a liberal arts concentration, which provides the coursework necessary for the first two years... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Liberal Arts and Science
General Studies | |
Program Description
The General Studies curriculum is designed to provide the student with a variety of options - a flexible exploratory course of study and the option of self-structured curricula without a prior commitment to either specific academic or vocational goals. It is offered day and evening... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Mechanical Engineering Technology | |
Program Description
The demand for trained Mechanical Engineering Technicians, knowledgeable in both the theory and application of engineering principles, continues to grow. These professionals serve as the link between engineers and craftsmen, and the Mechanical Engineering Technology program provides... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Medical Laboratory Technologist | |
Program Description
Rapid advances in research will continue to increase both the number and the complexity of clinical laboratory tests performed. Federal Regulations now require more highly trained personnel who must meet the minimum educational standard of the Associate Degree. Consequently, the demand... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Medical Office Assistant | |
Program Description
Rapid changes in health care delivery have increased the demand for competent medical assistants. Graduates of the Medical Office Assistant curriculum are prepared for employment in a variety of medical and health care settings. Specifically, medical office assistants are ready to... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Mental Health Assistant
Alcohol Counseling | |
Program Description
Substance abuse in this nation takes many forms, which interfere with the health, social, psychological and economic functioning of the user. There are reported cases of adolescent abuse of drugs, family addiction, and various minority populations suffer various forms of drug abuse.... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Nursing | |
Program Description
Recent advances in science, medicine and technology have resulted in new responsibilities and new requirements for today's registered nurses. Nurses are essential members of the health care team, qualified to give client-centered, competent nursing care. Nurses today, dealing with... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Occupational Therapy Assistant | |
Program Description
There have been dramatic shifts in U.S. population as a result of an increased average life span. This phenomenon, along with advances in science, technology, and medicine has brought occupational therapy into the forefront of the Allied Health care field.
The Occupational Therapy... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Office Management | |
The Office Management Program will prepare students for entry-level and mid-management positions that will enable them to lead people in attaining the objectives of an organization. Planning, organizing, and controlling computerized and information processing activities of an organization are the major... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Office Technology | |
Program Description
The Office Technology Curriculum at Erie Community College prepares students to become professional Administrative Assistants. Graduates possess mastery of office skills and a wide knowledge of contemporary business practices and techniques. They are capable of assuming responsibility... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Ophthalmic Dispensers | |
Program Description
Ophthalmic Dispensers (Opticians) are licensed professionals who dispense eyeglasses and/or contact lenses to the public from prescriptions written by eye doctors.
With the increase in the nation's population and the aging of the baby boomer generation, the demand for ophthalmic... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Paralegal | |
Program Description
Changing patterns within the American legal system, along with the increased demands that have been placed on the services of the legal community, have created a need for a trained corps of legal technicians; paraprofessionals. Openings for trained paralegals are not limited to the... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Physical Education Studies | |
Program Description
The mission of the Associates in Science - Physical Education Studies degree program is to provide our students with a solid foundation of learning experiences which will enable them to seamlessly transfer into a four-year program pursuing a career as a Physical Education Teacher... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Police Scienc | |
Program Description
The Police Science program at ECC provides students interested in pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice with the opportunity to attend the Police Academy as part of their studies. The first year, or 34 credit hours of study is intended to provide the student with foundation in criminal... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
RadiologicTechnology
Radiation Therapy Technology | |
Program Description
Radiation therapy is one of the most sophisticated tools of modern medical science. Radiotherapy, the treatment of disease with ionizing radiations, may be used alone or in combination with surgery or chemotherapy. The primary responsibility of the radiation therapy technologist is... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Recreation Leadership | |
Program Description
Trends in modern leisure activities ensure that the recreation field will continue to grow. In fact, there has never been a time when the opportunities for recreation professionals have been greater.
The objective of the Recreation Leadership curriculum is to provide a broad education,... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Respiratory Care | |
Program Description
The Respiratory Care profession is a rapidly expanding, dynamic allied health career. This profession is ideal for those who want to assist individuals with cardiopulmonary problems. Whether preventing or treating a cardiorespiratory problem, the respiratory therapist is concerned... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Telecommunication Technology | |
Program Description
U.S. society has rapidly shed its industrial base, moving into the communications revolution. As a result, telecommunication equipment and delivery systems are being used in every home, business, educational institution, hospital, and plant throughout the country. These information... |
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Erie Community College
Associate degree
Visual communications Technology
Graphic Arts and Printing | |
Program Description
Visual communications in the form of brochures, newsletters, books, magazines, newspapers, Web pages, and multimedia are used to keep our society well-informed as well as entertained. They are found in every town, city, and country throughout the world. The age of utilizing handset... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Baking & Pastry Arts | |
Program Description
Retail and in-store baking is a growing part of the food service-hospitality industry. The Retailer‘s Bakery Association recently reported annual sales of over $18 billion, which does not include the baking done in hotels, restaurants and private clubs, where the clientele expects... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Basic Police Training | |
Program Description
A partnership exists between Erie County's Division of Criminal Justice Services and Erie Community College. This partnership is designed to operate an academy focusing on basic and in-service training for sworn area police and peace officers.
Admission to the Basic Academy mandates... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Biomanufacturing | |
Program Description
The ’Bio-Manufacturing“ academic certificate program will provide our local business sector college graduates with the knowledge of basic BioManufacturing principles and laboratory skills necessary for entry-level employment. There is currently a significant need for entry level BioManufacturing... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Building Trades/Residential Light Commercial | |
Program Description
As many of the nation‘s buildings age, an appreciation of their worth grows. With this renewed appreciation in the value of these treasures, there has grown a need for technicians knowledgeable in the rehabilitation and renovation field.
The Building Trades curriculum is a unique,... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Casino Gaming Machine Repair Technician | |
Program Description
With the sudden dramatic expansion of casino gaming machines locally and simultaneous technological change in the industry, a serious void exists in educational opportunities to prepare for work involving repair of the equipment on which revenue depends. Erie Community College intends... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
CNC Precision Machining | |
Program Description
The CNC Precision Machining programis designed to prepare students for employment in the precision metal working industry. Its purpose is to provide the academic course work, hands-on skills and advanced manufacturing processes required by business. Upon completion of this program... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer Applications for the Office | |
Program Description
The Computer Applications for the Office SUNY Certificate Program provides students with office and computer skills to meet the workplace needs in Western New York. Students develop entry-level office and computer skills or upgrade their current skills for employment or advancement.... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Court/Realtime Reporting | |
Program Description
The Court/Realtime Reporting: Introduction Program at Erie Community College is a certificate program for students who wish to pursue a career as court, freelance, and realtime reporters. Students will learn the machine shorthand theory using state-of-the-art equipment and software.
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Crime Scene Technology | |
Program Description
With the sudden dramatic expansion of the field of crime scene investigation and simultaneous technological changes in criminal investigation, a serious void exists in educational opportunities for students who want to prepare for a career as an evidence collection specialist.
Erie... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Dental Assisting | |
Program Description
The New York State licensed certified dental assistant is a vital member of the dental healthcare team. Primarily trained to assist the dentist during chair side procedures, a licensed dental assistant may also perform a variety of supportive services under direct supervision of the... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Entrepreneurship | |
Program Description
The Entrepreneurship certificate is designed to assist the student in the establishment and operation of a small business. While most of the courses may well meet requirements for an Associate degree, many students take this program solely to acquire the knowledge needed to meet entrepreneurial... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Geographic Information Systems Software Applications Specialist | |
Program Description
The Geographic Information Systems Software Applications Specialist Certificate Program is designed to prepare students to directly enter the workforce in GIS Technician positions in a variety of applications and fields. The program also prepares students to continue in more advanced... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Homeland Security | |
Program Description
The Homeland Security certificate program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skill sets needed to effectively deal with the challenges facing America in the arena of homeland security.
This certificate delves into the above topics in the introductory course and... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Human Service | |
Program Description
The Human Service Certificate program is designed to prepare students for employment in entry level staff positions at Human Service Agencies serving children, adolescents, the elderly, and families.
The certificate program is further designed to expose students to a variety of theoretical,... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Information Systems Security | |
Program Description
The ISS Certificate provides students with the core skills required to take a lead role in information security within their organization. Students will be able to identify risks, threats and vulnerabilities to a computer system. They will acquire the skills to isolate these threats... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Medical Office Practice | |
Program Description
The Medical Office Practice Certificate program, by offering training in either clinical or administrative aspects of office procedure, prepares the students for positions in physicians‘ private offices or group practices, hospital offices, medical records services, clinics, public... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Office Assistant | |
Program Description
The Office Assistant Program is a certificate program for the student who wants to attain new skills or update skills. Training will be conducted on state-of-the-art equipment and software.
The program is intended to prepare students for entry-level office positions in both the public... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Teaching Assistant | |
Program Description
The Teaching Assistant Certificate program is designed for students who want to begin a career in education, as well as for those presently employed in area school districts who need to upgrade professional credentials to meet federal, New York State, and local guidelines. Successful... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Web-Network Technology | |
Program Description
The Web-Network Technology Certificate program is intended for industry personnel who desire skills training or upgrading, people who want to prepare for an Information Technology (IT) career and enter the IT workforce in the Web-Network Technology area, and students enrolled at Erie... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Emergency Medical Technology/Paramedic | |
Program Description
The Emergency Medical Technology/Paramedic (EMT-P) certificate program at the South Campus is designed to meet the 1998 national standard for emergency medical training. Paramedics staff pre-hospital mobile advanced life support units, as well as emergency industrial health and safety... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Financial Services | |
Program Description
Given the demise of the basic steel industry and the substantial decline in automobile affiliated manufacturing in Western New York, private sector employment opportunities appear to exist primarily in a segment normally referred to as the Financial Services industry. This field historically... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Heating and Air Conditioning | |
Program Description
Air conditioning is the control of all or many of the conditions which affect the physical and chemical characteristics of the atmosphere within a structure. The conditions subject to control are temperature, humidity, motion, distribution, pressure, dust, bacteria, odors, toxic gases,... |
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Erie Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Web Page Design | |
Program Description
ECC‘s new Web Page Design Certificate Program is designed to address the industry‘s need for designers to possess greater competency in language, visual communication, and graphic design skill, as well as formal training in essential industry standard software programs. The program... |
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