Associate of Applied Science
The Associate of Applied Science Degree is awarded to students who successfully complete an approved curriculum for a two-year technical or vocational program. Each program must include a minimum of 15 credit hours of general education courses with at least one course taken from each of the following areas: Humanities/Fine Arts, Behavioral/Social Sciences, and Natural Science/Mathematics. In addition, evidence of computer literacy must be demonstrated. Galveston College offers Associate of Applied Science degrees in the following areas: • • • • • • • • •
Computer & Network Administration Cosmetology Diagnostic Medical Sonography Electrical & Electronics Technology Emergency Medical Services Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC-R) Instrumentation Logistics Medical Administration
• Nuclear Medicine Technology • Nursing ○ Associate Degree Nursing ○ EMT-P to ADN ○ LVN to ADN • Radiation Therapy • Radiography • Surgical Technology • Welding Technology
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS A certificate program of study is a program requiring less than 60 credit hours for completion. These programs are normally designed to provide the short-term training necessary to develop entry-level job skills without requiring completion of an associate degree. Credit may be awarded toward a respective degree at Galveston College on the vast majority of work taken in the certificate program. • • • • • • • • • •
Computer & Network Administration Computerized Tomography Technology Cosmetology Cosmetology Instructor Culinary Arts Electrical & Electronics Technology Emergency Medical Technician Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC-R) Instrumentation Technology Law Enforcement
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Logistics Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology Medical Coding Medical Office Assistant Radiation Therapy Technology Surgical Technology Vocational Nursing Welding Technology
NOTE: Students interested in earning a second associate degree must complete a minimum of 18 additional hours in residence. A number of courses contained in the AAS degree programs are specifically created as workforce education courses and may not transfer to baccalaureate programs – see Counselors, Faculty Advisors, or Program Coordinators for more information.
Advanced Technical Certificates These certificates provide advanced studies in specific Associate of Applied Science programs. Completion of the skills certificates enhances employability and offers specialized training. In most cases, students must complete an associate degree program to enroll. 24
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