Recently added programs of study

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Emergency Management & Preparedness Specialization

Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Administration of Justice
Specialization: Emergency Management & Preparedness
Review the course requirements and a suggested class schedule. Contact Program Director Jerry L. Stinson, 276.964.7203, T-215 jerry.stinson@sw.edu

outdoor programs

Adventure Tourism & Outdoor Recreation

Career Studies Certificate: Adventure Tourism
The adventure tourism curriculum prepares students to be small business owners in the tourism industry. Review course requirements and suggested class schedule.
Career Studies Certificate: Outdoor Recreation
This curriculum provides an add-on credential for those interested into getting into the outdoor recreation or parks and recreation industries.  Review course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Dean James Dye, james.dye@sw.edu , 964.7278 for more information about these two programs.


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Substance Abuse Specialization

Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Human Services
Successful completion of the program will qualify students for entry-level jobs in substance abuse treatment facilities. The program will expose students to the characteristics, basic skills and knowledge necessary for human services providers. Review the course requirements and a suggested class schedule.  Contact April Hess, april.hess@sw.edu  964.7209 for assistance in course planning and  information.


software engineering

Software Engineering Specialization

Degree: Associate of Arts & Sciences Major: Engineering
Complete this program and transfer with junior class standing at four-year universities. Review the course requirements and a suggested class schedule. Contact Dean James Dye, james.dye@sw.edu , 964.7278 for assistance in program planning and transfer information.


Electronic medical records

Electronic Medical Records Specialization

Option 1: Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Administrative Support Technology
Option 2: Career Students Certificate - EMR Specialist

An essential component in the successful transition from paper to digital medical records is a staff member with knowledge of computer technology specifically related to the management and processing of health information with an emphasis on the electronic health record. Review course requirements and the suggested class schedule for Option 1 and Option 2.. Contact Janet Rowell, janet.rowell@sw.edu , 964.7213 for assistance.

Insurance

Insurance Specialization

Option 1: Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Management
Option 2: Career Students Certificate - Insurance

To meet the needs of local and regional insurance industry employers, now offered is a Career Studies Certificate (CSC) in Insurance and an insurance specialization to our existing Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Management. Review course requirements and the suggested class schedule for Option 1 and Option 2..  Contact  Dean James Dye, james.dye@sw.edu , 964.7278 for assistance in program planning and transfer information.


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Marketing Communications Specialization

Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Management
If you’re interested in helping organizations more accurately, effectively, and responsibly communicate their brand to their various audiences, then you may be perfectly suited for the field of marketing communications!  Review the course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Dean James Dye, james.dye@sw.edu , 964.7278 for assistance in program planning..


environmental mgmt

Environmental Management
Specializations: Alternative Energy Technology / Environmental Health & Safety

Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Environmental Management
Training in environmental management is in demand due to rising population and associated environmental impacts. As public concern for the environment increases, training must be provided so that state and federal agencies and private industry will have the personnel to meet the public’s demand.  Review the course requirements and suggested class schedule. Also available are specializations in Alternative Energy and Environmental Health & Safety. Contact Robert Jones, robert.jones@sw.edu , 964.7549 for assistance in program planning..
 


agribusiness

Technical Studies
Construction Management / Agri-business Management

Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Construction Management
Construction managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from early development to completion.  Review the course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Larry Hughes, larry.hughes@sw.edu , 964.7538 for assistance in program planning..

Degree: Associate of Applied Science Major: Agri-business Management
 Individuals who are interested in owning or seeking employment in managing an agribusiness, farm, nursery, greenhouse, or other related fields may benefit from this program. The Agribusiness program will prepare the student to enter the rapidly changing areas of Agricultural Business and the challenges that are currently facing today's Agricultural industry. Review the course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Dean Cathy Smith-Cox, Cathy.Smith-Cox@sw.edu 964.7340 for assistance in program planning..


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Latest Career Studies Certificate Offerings
 

The Career Studies Certificate programs offer a non-conventional short-term program of study which provides for upgrading, re-training, and investigating career possibilities.

Basic IT Skills - Review course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Dean James Dye, james.dye@sw.edu , 964.7278 for assistance.

tourismAdventure Tourism - Review course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Dean James Dye, james.dye@sw.edu , 964.7278 for assistance.

Geriatric Human Services Facilitator - Review course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Dean Cathy Smith-Cox, cathy.smith-cox@sw.edu , 964.7340 for assistance.

Software Quality Assurance - Review course requirements and suggested class schedule. Contact Dean James Dye, james.dye@sw.edu , 964.7278 for assistance.

Contact Dave Witt, dave.witt@sw.edu  , 964.7504 for assistance with the following programs.
Manufacturing Fabrication - Review course requirements and suggested class schedule.
Welding Pipefitters Assistant - Review course requirements and suggested class schedule.
Certificate in Welding - Review course requirements and suggested class schedule.