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A publication of Jackson Community College
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Entrepreneurship:
Cynthia S. Allen Dotty Karkheck Marilynn Fryer Lisa Drake JCC Marketing Staff
JCC Board of Trustees:
Program designed to help business dreams become reality
6 You, Inc. 8 12 Surviving a job loss 14 How can I afford college? Health management 16 eCommerce
Dr. Edward A. Mathein Chairman
Samuel R. Barnes Trustee
John M. Crist Vice Chairman
Matthew R. Heins Trustee
Christina L. Medlar Secretary
Sheila A. Patterson Trustee
Philip E. Hoffman Treasurer
Dr. Daniel J. Phelan President
gives businesses new directions to pursue
Building your personal brand with study of business
an opportunity to work in business side of health care
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For the record: Professionals in health care coding and billing needed
Early childhood education:
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Innovative, accountable and changing program meeting needs for tomorrow’s professionals
with culinary courses
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“ ” Giving our students entrepreneurial skills is critical for developing a competitive 21st century workforce and diversified economy. - Governor Jennifer Granholm
Ever dream of being your own boss? With determination, ingenuity, hard work and some business know-how, owning and operating your own business can be a dream come true! Jackson Community College will launch a new entrepreneurship program this fall to help budding business owners realize their dreams! A set of three courses will be offered “on a fast track,” with two classes planned for the first eight weeks (four weeks each) and one for the second eight weeks of the semester.
• Introduction to Entrepreneurship — Review skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate an entrepreneurial venture, and understand the role of entrepreneurs in the U.S. • Opportunity Analysis — Learn to assess the current economic, social and political climate for small businesses; learn to explain how demographic, technological and social changes create opportunities for small business ventures. • Business Plan — Learn to evaluate a concept and write a sound business plan.
Entrepreneurship has been a focus of Gov. Jennifer Granholm for several years, and development of this new curriculum by adjunct instructor Steve Meckley, himself a small business owner of Meckley Flavor Fruit Farms, Steve Meckley was funded in part through state grant money.
“Giving our students entrepreneurial skills is critical for developing a competitive 21st century workforce and diversified economy,” Granholm has said. “Michigan was built on big ideas from innovators and entrepreneurs who created the world’s most productive companies. We will re-ignite that spark in young minds by teaching entrepreneurship courses in high school, community colleges and universities.” Introductory classes in entrepreneurship will have some overlap of content with JCC’s business administration courses, but the difference will be a larger emphasis on practical, experiential learning rather than theory.
“These courses are designed to help guide you through the process of business ownership,” Meckley said. “They can help you find out what you are most interested in and help get in touch with people who can help.” Many different people make successful entrepreneurs, but most are free thinking, risk takers, and dedicated to their venture. Going into business for one’s self can be risky. According to figures from the Small Business Administration, two-thirds of new employer establishments survive at least two years, 44 percent survive at least four years, and 31 percent survive at least seven years. “A large number of startups do fail, and oftentimes not because people have bad ideas, but because they are not really prepared for all the little things that come with owning your own business,” Meckley said. “Taxes, insurance, getting and keeping a contract, hiring employees, all these things need to be considered.” This new program will assist students in better preparing for the realities of owning one’s own business, understanding all of the questions and avoiding pitfalls. continued on next page
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“ ” Be sure of what you want, and when you do know what you want, give everything you have to be successful. - Al Mackey, owner, Mackey’s Body Shop
“A lot of people are attracted to entrepreneurship because of the freedom and control they see. They may not see that it also comes with a great deal of sacrifice, especially during the startup,” Meckley said. “Sometimes in the beginning they can work 80, 90, even 100 hours a week. For many, the passion for what they are doing keeps them going.”
Joseph Campau has been a business owner for over 30 years, and is an alumnus of JCC. He and his brother, Phil, purchased Zimmer Marble Co., Inc. of Jackson in 1999, and before that they were partial owners of Comtronics, an Electronic Security and Communications company. “I like the responsibility, the risk, and the variety that comes with owning your own business,” Campau said. “I like having the ability and opportunity to see a project through from beginning to end, to see something tangible after the whole process and say, ‘We did this.’” Al Mackey is a small business owner who has operated Mackey’s Body Shop in Jackson for 30 years.
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He earned an associate degree in business from Jackson Community College.
“You need some drive and determination, and don’t let much of anything stop you,” Mackey said. “For us, you have to have a genuine willingness to help people, and that may not always have a dollar figure attached. You need to respect and appreciate each opportunity presented to you.” Owning one’s own business can take many forms, from what some may see as the typical store front, to online businesses, home businesses, or mobile businesses where one travels to the customer. The entrepreneur may launch their own venture or may buy into a franchise, where one is essentially buying a “system” that is already established, which also offers certain benefits.
Good customer service and delivering on what you promise is vital for entrepreneurs and any small business, Mackey said. Campau, whose company fabricates natural
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stone countertops for kitchen and bath applications, stressed the importance of quality being everyone’s responsibility. “You need to make sure that the tasks you undertake are done with an eye for detail. A passion for excellence and attention to detail is germane to any successful business, and the dedication to it pays off in the form of demand for your products and services. Sometimes when discipline is rewarded with recognition and success, a company is motivated to maintain and/or improve its reputation.” Building a strong team is important. “You often spend more time with the people you work with than with your own family, and in a small business that’s a big thing,” Mackey said. “Creating and maintaining an atmosphere where the team gets along can be difficult. You have to find people who can be on the same page with you.” Some business startups do fail, and Mackey reinforced that many great entrepreneurs have failed before
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Know that the measuring stick for success is not solely defined in terms of remuneration, but also in the satisfaction one gets by recognition for a job well done. - Joseph Campau, owner, Zimmer Marble
finding success and that failure should not be looked at as an end in itself. “Be sure of what you want, and when you do know what you want, give everything you have to be successful,” Mackey said. “You need a high degree of perseverance and a sense of urgency to get things done,” Campau said. “Don’t get too discouraged, sometimes things pop up in business that can be dispiriting, but you can weather the difficult times by staying abreast of market conditions, scrutinizing your business plan for necessary tweaks, and have the courage to make difficult decisions timely.”
Running a business comes with a lot of responsibility and isn’t what some people may think it is, he adds. “Some people may have the mistaken impression that there are only perks to running your own business. What they may not realize is that along with those perks, there is a heavy yoke of responsibility,” Campau said. He urges entrepreneurs and business owners to have a firm business plan, be realistic about the amount of operating capital that will be needed, get good legal and accounting advice for setting up the company and to periodically check on its health,
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and be prepared to work hard. “Know that the measuring stick for success is not solely defined in terms of remuneration, but also in the satisfaction one gets by recognition for a job well done,” he said. “There are a lot of opportunities beyond what one may think about,” Meckley said. “This program will help people who may have been thinking about opening a business get through the procrastinating, help them understand if entrepreneurship really is for them, and help them get up and take that leap.”
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by Marilynn Fryer
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n today’s electronic business world, you can run a whole worldwide operation from your computer, with the right product and education.
Electronic commerce, or eCommerce, is the term given to the buying and selling of products or services over the Internet. Trade conducted electronically has grown dramatically with the expansion of the Internet, with online businesses such as Amazon.com and eBay now household names. To help meet the demand of local businesses looking to expand in today’s electronic global marketplace and provide an avenue for individuals looking to make a few extra dollars, Jackson Community College will offer a new program in eCommerce this Fall semester. “In light of our economic climate, JCC is working to position ourselves as a resource for citizens who either
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have a business already that might benefit from having a global market, or want to start one,” said Angel Fonseca, instructor in JCC’s computer information services department. “Also, we have a lot of talented unemployed or underemployed people in the area that could perhaps make a couple extra hundred dollars a month by launching some kind of eCommerce site, possibly selling Angel Fonseca goods from a hobby they enjoy.” Fonseca met with students, local employers and business people involved in eCommerce development, as well as those looking to expand in eCommerce in developing this new program. In addition to this local input, evidence of a demand
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for skilled workers is the increasing number of job postings across the state (Michigan’s Talent Bank, Monster.com, CareerBuilder.com, etc.) which identify eCommerce skills or experience as a desired or required. “With the economy being bad, people are starting to look for other ways to expand their market, and one way is to start selling their products online,” said Mike O’Connor, co-owner of Commerce Guys eCommerce consulting and development firm in Jackson. “Getting into the eCommerce world can really make a difference. The economy has been helping us quite a bit, with businesses looking to get into other markets without spending a lot of money.” Matthew and Danielle Perkins owned Hartmanbooks.com/Perkins Book Management for two years, a mixed media sales store of books,
textbooks, DVDs, games, CDs and more. Perkins is now developing a private business network that portals between MySpace, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter for JCC and Phi Beta Lambda/Future Business Leaders of America. “We started at the very beginning of the economic crisis, which typically is a poor time to start a business,” Perkins said. “But because we could quickly research the “sellability” of an item and easily meet the pricing index, we were able to be competitive and be successful. The Internet and many of the software packages that are out there for online owners make these things possible.” Perkins was the 2008 Hudson Chamber of Commerce president, and had many conversations about micro businesses in the area. “They create a major impact on the local economy little bits at a time. If every hobbyist who thought about making money with their skill did so and hired just one person, you could dramatically shift the economics of an area. The Internet allows people to do that,” he said. Some critics have suggested that eCommerce can hurt communities and downtown business districts. Perkins sees the opposite. “When local business can have a broader market from their back room, they are more capable of staying in business than if they rely solely on their local market,” Perkins said. “If people who own a business in the area but don’t understand eCommerce would look into what JCC is doing, I know that it will help them to be more profitable.”
JCC will offer students six options to study eCommerce: • Associate in Applied Science in Web Technology – eCommerce Professional (60 credit hours) • Certificate in Web Technology – eCommerce Consultant (37 credit hours) • Concentration in Web Technology – eCommerce Specialist (19 credit hours) • Concentration in Web Technology – eCommerce Entrepreneur (23 credit hours) • Skill Set in Web Technology – eCommerce Manager (9 credit hours) • Skill Set in Web Technology – eCommerce Designer (5 credit hours) With the eCommerce Designer skill set, students will take three classes this Fall that will allow them to learn the fundamentals of eCommerce, learn about technology support related to operating an online business, and complete two web design courses. At the end of this five-credit skill set, students will have built their own online store. In the Winter semester, students will learn how to better manage their eCommerce site through analytics, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and mobile technologies. Fonseca also plans to offer these skill sets in a workshop format in Spring/ Summer 2010 for those who desire to learn by immersion. Students may choose from the different programs depending on
their career goals. The eCommerce Professional offers a well-rounded curriculum involving eCommerce courses, general studies, business and entrepreneurship courses and web design. The certificate, concentrations and skill sets vary according to one’s goals. Students will study web design through both Microsoft® Expressions Web as well as open source software available free online. Those interested in studying eCommerce should have an interest in technology, but they don’t necessarily have to know a lot because they will learn it in the program. A good eye for design will help, and for those hoping to go into business for themselves, a strong business sense is important. Persons should be independent and selfmotivated, even passionate about what they want to do, given the selfpaced nature of much of the work. “Conducting business over the web is becoming increasingly critical if Jackson is to improve its economic condition. It’s an emerging technology and field, and I’m really excited that JCC can be part of it,” Fonseca said. “I believe this will help us to serve the people and businesses in the area to be more competitive.”
New program: eCommerce Create and design online web stores for businesses, individuals, or yourself! Combines business, web design and more to prepare you for a new career opportunity!
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How would you like your career? How you position yourself is becoming more and more important in today’s work world, and studying business administration can help add to your value regardless of your field. “With business administration, you have a choice,” said Professor Barbara Van Syckle, chair of the JCC professional studies department. “You can take it and go directly into what people typically think of as business, for-profit, manufacturing or service. Or, you can take it and package it with anything else, a degree in any number of fields.”
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Having a unique mix of skills that can be applied across several careers will help create “You, Inc.,” Van Syckle said, your personal skills and abilities that you offer to potential employers that makes you different from others. That is important as it is estimated a person will change jobs between 10 to 14 times over their lifetime, with an average of seven unique and distinct career fields.
“ ” Think less about the impression you leave and think more about the impact you made. - Barbara Van Syckle, JCC professor and chair of professional studies department
“When a shift in the economy occurs, you have this portfolio of experiences and abilities, and you can look to the horizon and see where you need to improve,” she said. “In that way, you may have a package that is unlike the person next to you, which will make you stand out.” In business language, study of the field can add real value no matter what your ultimate career choice. “Tell me a job that exists that doesn’t involve money, people and some kind of structure,” Van Syckle said. “Some form of business, whether it’s a contemporary business class or management class, or a leadership class or customer service class, then when packaged with another degree, your passion, is going to take you places you wouldn’t have been able most likely to get without it.”
While many students understandably worry about their major, Van Syckle suggests another path, identifying what one’s passions are and finding what one can be great at. Then, find a couple of industries that relate and find a major that way. She suggests that to prepare for future jobs, students focus on multiple literacies, not necessarily multiple degrees. Leadership ability is important, understanding how one affects or influences the quality of others’ experiences.
“Think less about the impression you leave and think more about the impact that you made. Selfimprovement is essential, and the next step is to help others improve,” Van Syckle said. “All of these show your leadership abilities, and you don’t need a title that implies leader to make it happen.”
To be successful in business, students should pursue wisdom in all forms: philosophy; anthropology; history; learn to write and speak well; the arts; geography and foreign Barbara Van Syckle language are essential as international business continues to grow and the globe “shrinks.” JCC student Rachael Snyder of Spring Arbor began her studies at JCC working toward a major in science, but took one business class and loved it, so she switched. “I enjoy the uncertainty of it all, that most of the time there really is no right answer,” Snyder said. She completed her associate degree in business administration at JCC and is now completing her bachelor’s degree through Siena Heights University. “I think it’s one of those careers that
can lead to anywhere, business offers so many opportunities.” Student Tom Christian returned to JCC to earn his associate degree in business administration to back up his work history in business. “I’m so surprised at all the things I’ve learned in just one semester, and I’m excited about the rest of my studies,” Christian said. “I had a broad idea of what I wanted to do with my degree when I finished. But I’ve met so many fascinating people and learned so much about myself in this first semester that now I’m not sure where I’m going to end up when I’m done.” A technique Christian learned in Van Syckle’s class, the informational interview, has had a profound impact on his own studies. “You seek out the potential company. You do the research and organize the questions to which you want answers,” Christian said. “Not only is this a great way to discover real information about a potential employer or industry, it is also a fantastic way to market ‘You, Inc.’ and build your network. If you have done your homework properly, and if you make a good impression by knowing your information and asking pertinent questions, you will be on your way to the job of your choice.” continued on next page
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I would open yourselves up to looking for opportunities in the least likely places. Sometimes the return on your investment may not come right away, but believe in yourself and your idea and I believe it will come. - Barbara Van Syckle, JCC professor and chair of professional studies department
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Christian added that it wasn’t until he attended Van Syckle’s class that he realized his résumé, which he thought was well organized, was just one piece of information and that it was flat. “In my portfolio I was able to demonstrate my knowledge of certain business concepts I learned. This is the critical difference between the two types of information. Six words in a bullet point does not allow you to demonstrate your knowledge of a concept, it only tells the reader you did something at sometime. And this is if your résumé even gets read. With the fierce competition in the job market, You, Inc. must seek every ethical advantage possible,” he said. “The experience at JCC has been very positive with all of my professors, two of them having a profound impact on my future. Along with Professor Barbara Van Syckle, Professor Brenda Ortega has helped unlock some hidden skills of mine as well,” Christian said.
Careers options: general to specific
Traditional jobs in business will vary according to industry, with possibilities including accounting, finance, management, marketing or computer technology. No matter what industry one’s in, one will either be a revenue generator or a cost cutter, Van Syckle said. One can be a generalist or a specialist, depending on one’s vision. “If what you want to do is learn one skill or path or perspective then yes, narrow your interests down,” Van Syckle said. “If you are someone who likes a lot of variety, someone who enjoys working with others, then the generalist focus will be beneficial to you.” At JCC, an example of a specialist degree in the business are would be accounting, which is very tightly focused, while the business administration degree will be more of a generalist perspective as it is very broadly focused. JCC offers a traditional business administration program that transfers well to four-year universities. Professors have upgraded curriculum to include more team projects, more service learning and community connections, helping students build team work skills and giving them practical experience while in school. Issues regarding sustainability are also being incorporated, going beyond the environment and “green” efforts and getting at what businesses refer to as the “triple bottom line” -- how their actions affect people, planet and profit. This expands the view on the longterm impact of an organization’s decisions and behaviors not only on the planet but on the people who work within the organization and all its stakeholders, such as clients and community, and the profit or financing involved. “I would open yourselves up to looking for opportunities in the least likely places,” Van Syckle said. “Sometimes the return on your investment may not come right away, but believe in yourself and your idea and I believe it will come.”
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rnestine Williams of Adrian knows the fear and uncertainty that comes with losing one’s job. After working for a number of years for a small company, the shop closed its doors and moved to Mexico, leaving her without a job.
“It’s very scary,” said Williams, who is currently in the administrative assistant program at JCC “Here I am some 40 years or so out of school, and I was thinking about having to go back to college.” Kimberley Morris was laid off from the former TRW plan in Jackson in 2007. With assistance from a federal Trade Adjustment Act program, Trade Readjustment Allowance, both she and her husband, Cody, were able to enroll at JCC. “I was extremely nervous,” Morris recalls. “I thought, ‘Is my brain too old to learn?’”
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She and her husband re-evalated their living situation and finances to see if they could survive on unemployment and go to school, and with cutting back on any non-essentials, both managed to return to JCC to complete new career programs. She recently Kimberley Morris completed both an associate degree and certificate in medical assistant, and he completed the heating, ventilation and air conditioning program. “Sit down, take a deep breath, and re-evaluate what’s important,” Morris said. “If you are offered schooling, by all means, take it.” “The hardest step is the first step. That’s it in a nutshell,” Williams said.
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Layoffs and job losses are commonplace today with the difficult economic times. With double-digit unemployment rates in most areas, the number of people finding themselves in similar situations to Williams and the Morrises is growing. For those who are facing job loss or layoff, the experts do have some advice to offer to help weather the storm.
Preparing for a new job “The most important thing is to be proactive,” said Manuel Salazar, employment services manager for the Lenawee County office of South Central Michigan Works! “The longer you sit back, the further behind you will get.” “The last thing you want to do is wait to be called back,” said Lupe Hamden, employment services manager for the Jackson County office of South Central Michigan Works! “Come in to Michigan Works! and let us know what your need is.”
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It’s very scary. Here I am some 40 years or so out of school, and I was thinking about having to go back to college. - Ernestine Williams, JCC student
“It’s important to realize that not being employed is itself a full-time job,” Hamden said. “We encourage people to ask for what they need. The service center is available to everyone.” Salazar said that with the number of skilled workers who are currently unemployed, finding a new position definitely takes time and effort. “Don’t give up if it takes a month, two months or three months. It will take time, it is a new economy,” Salazar said. Building a personal network of contacts is vital in finding a job today, as many people are hired by personal contact. “It’s who you know, you’ve got to build a network,” Salazar said. “The more contacts you have, the better, whether it’s neighbors, a civic group, a church or something as casual as the YMCA or the grocery store.” Michigan Works! offers a variety of services for job seekers, including a bulletin board of job postings and computers to access the Michigan Talent Bank where seekers can post their resume online, as well as fax and copy machines. Information is available about programs such as No Worker Left Behind and the Trade Readjustment Allowance for workers whose jobs move out of country, as allowed by the federal Trade Adjustment Act. One can also speak with an employment advisor for
career advice, and attend workshops on résumé writing, interview tips and more.
Preparation is important for the job search. Having a good résumé is key, and Salazar recommends clients have a friend or family member look over one’s resume to make sure it is clear and correct. Mock interviews can help job seekers prepare for the real situation and help to control nervousness. If you do get an interview, do some background research on the company so you know something about them, and be sure to dress appropriately in professional attire. After the interview, send a thank-you letter within 24 hours, and follow up after a week if you haven’t heard anything.
Surviving the emotional upheaval When a person loses their job, they may experience the whole spectrum of emotions – fear, anger, sorrow, shock, disgust, and perhaps even excitement. “Different people will respond to the same stimulus in different ways,” said Anthony Cleveland, assistant professor of behavioral sciences at JCC. “Most people when facing a job loss will experience several emotions, and those emotions can impact their thought processes.” Putting things in perspective is an important first step. A job loss or layoff is a big event, but it doesn’t mean one’s world is coming to an end.
“Don’t get mired in self-blame and don’t worry too much about the past. Try to stay in the present,” Cleveland said. “This is an opportunity for change.” Individuals can use this time as an opportunity to take stock of their life. You are now in control as to what transpires next. You may want to write some things down, what you liked about your job, what you didn’t like, because it can help to make things manageable and offer you clarity.” This self-appraisal can help in finding a new position. Take the necessary steps to find a new position, and in one’s personal life, try to focus on the positive.
“Do things you find enjoyable and seek out pleasurable experiences, like seeing a movie, playing a game, spending time with friends, or exercise,” Cleveland said. “Behavior can have a big impact on how you feel.” For most, time will help soothe the emotional uncertainties, but for those who have difficulty after about six months or a year, Cleveland advises seeking professional help. “It is a type of bereavement, and you will need time to grieve the loss of the job, income, friends and identity that comes from your job,” he said. “Time is your greatest ally. With enough time, the emotional upheaval should calm.”
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ollege can be a significant expense on anyone’s budget. Attending a community college can save significant dollars over a four-year institution, but it does take planning. Jackson Community College hosts several financial aid information sessions throughout the year, and similar questions are raised at each one, according to JCC Financial Aid Director Jennifer Dorer. These include:
Q. How do I file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? A. The FAFSA may be filed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. While the computerized application may be intimidating to some, it is much faster than completing the process on paper. The first step is applying for a Personal Identification Number or PIN, at www.pin.ed.gov. This serves as your electronic signature and provides access to your personal information. To complete the FAFSA, students will need their tax returns from the previous year, and their parents’ returns if they are still a dependent. Applicants will also need their Social Security number, driver’s license, and proof of any untaxed income.
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Q. I don’t think I’ll qualify for aid, should I file? A. Financial aid officials encourage everyone to file the FAFSA. A variety of federal and state aid is available, including grants, work study and loans. Federal Stafford Loan applications will not be considered without a FAFSA and all required documentation on file. In addition, a number of scholarship monies are available and are awarded based on any number of criteria, but many require the FAFSA be completed as a first step. Q. How is the financial aid package figured? A.
In figuring out if and how much aid a person will receive, four key areas are considered: number of people in household, number of people in college, household income and household assets. Each individual’s aid report will vary based on any combination of these factors.
Q. What types of financial aid are there? A.
Financial aid generally comes in three forms: grants and scholarships, work-study and loans. Grants and scholarships are monies that don’t have to be paid back, such as the
federal Pell Grant. Work-study is part-time employment on- or offcampus allowing students to earn money to pay for expenses. Student loans, such as the federal Stafford Loan, are monies that are borrowed and then paid back with interest. Scholarships are available from a variety of sources, including the College, the JCC Foundation, local civic and business groups, youth organizations and more.
Q. When should I file the FAFSA? A.
It’s best to file as soon as possible after your annual taxes are done for the upcoming academic year. The federal government urges students to file before March 1 for maximum consideration, and to guarantee eligibility consideration for the Fall, your FAFSA results and all requested documentation must be received by the Financial Aid Office no later than June 1. For Winter semester, applications are due by Oct. 1, and for Spring/ Summer semester, applications are due March 1. Students need to reapply for financial assistance each academic year.
Q: Is my aid in place? A.
After a student has completed their FAFSA, they will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) which details the information submitted
and the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), the dollar amount that is subtracted from the school cost to determine one’s need for financial aid. JCC mails one letter to let the student or applicant know the process is started, and further communication is done through e-mail. The letter includes directions on how to log in and check e-mail to follow through the process. It is important to respond to any requests for information from JCC promptly to ensure one’s file is reviewed in a timely manner.
Q. Once I’m registered, can anything affect my financial aid? A. Yes! Students using financial aid are expected to make satisfactory academic progress (SAP). This means that they must pass 67 percent of their attempted courses with a financial aid grade point average of 2.0 or higher. A withdrawal (W) or incomplete (I) is still figured into the financial aid grade point average as 0.0, which can significantly impact a student’s future eligibility. Students not meeting satisfactory academic progress are placed on probation, and can still receive grant or student employment assistance but not federal Stafford or PLUS Loans. A student on probation will have their financial aid suspended in the subsequent semester if they do not maintain SAP while on probation.
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o you want a career in health care but aren’t sure about working with patients? Opportunities are available!
To help meet demand in the local tri-county area, Jackson Community College has launched a new health management program to educate students in the business and administrative sides of the health care industry. JCC will offer an Associate in Applied Science degree in health management, designed to prepare students for careers in hospitals, medical clinics and other health care institutions. Health care is a business and, like every business, it needs good management and support to keep it running smoothly. Workers in this field help in planning, directing, coordinating and supervising the delivery of health care. This new health management program was developed in response to requests from Allegiance Health in Jackson, as well as Bixby Hospital in Lenawee County and Hillsdale Community Health Center in Hillsdale, for an educational program for professionals involved in the business aspects of health care.
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“I think this is a good introduction into the health field, for those interested in either hands-on patient care or nonpatient care,” said Marla Clark, director of allied health programs at JCC. With the growing complexity of health care, good administrative and management professionals are valuable. Health managers may handle dayto-day operations of various departments in large facilities, or handle daily operations in smaller facilities such as nursing homes or clinics. Marla Clark They have many duties – clerical work and record keeping, scheduling procedures, managing personnel, finances and budget, facility operations and admissions, as well as coordinating activities with other managers. Coursework for the program will combine some general education courses with medical and health-related courses and business and accounting courses. “It
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will provide a well-rounded education for someone who either is working or is looking to work in the health care industry,” Clark said. Job prospects are expected to be good for applicants in the field, in particular for those with experience in health care and strong business and management skills, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook. Individuals interested in the field should be interested in business and medical field, enjoy business contact with people, activities concerned with the communication of data, and enjoy helping people. Shaylla Briston is currently enrolled in the program cohort at Allegiance Health. She is a department assistant supporting departments of clinical information systems and Jackson community medical records, and enjoys helping with the various software go-live dates. “I really enjoy helping people and working with my co-workers, assisting in the everyday activities,” Briston said. “It helps to have great customer service skills and be very detail-oriented. It can be stressful, so it helps to have a sense of humor.”
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ith the growing complexity of health care, employers are looking for individuals with a good background of knowledge in coding and billing.
To help meet this need, Jackson Community College will launch a medical insurance coder/biller program this Fall, with certificate and associate degree options available. For every instance that a patient receives care, a health care professional maintains a record of the observations, medical or surgical interventions, and treatment outcomes, with proper medical insurance codes. Medical billers and coders communicate between medical offices, patients and insurance companies. By assigning letters and numbers to diseases, injuries and medical procedures, they speed up the process of payment and ensure that records are correct. Coder-billers need to understand medical terminology, diagnosis and pharmacology.
“You need to be able to understand health care on paper,” said Marla Clark, director of allied health programs at JCC. “You will need to be able to formulate health care codes and procedure codes. Health care procedures are more complex, and insurance regulations haven’t made it easier, but that is just a reflection of the complexity of the health care industry today.” Medical coder billers may work in large facilities like a hospital, in smaller facilities like a nursing home or laboratory clinic, or in doctor’s offices. The coder/biller program offers the student the opportunity to specialize in a specific field, such as pediatrics or ophthalmology. Students will gain a broad knowledge of medical billing and coding, as well as medical record keeping. Students going into this field should have good organization and time management skills, be good with numbers and memorization, and be able to maintain privacy and confidentiality associated with medical records.
Cynthia Stofcheck recently completed JCC’s current medical receptionist and insurance biller program and is working at Allegiance Health System. “You need to be able to deal with people well. It helps to have empathy with them when talking with them and understand where they are coming from,” Stofcheck said. “Be prepared to really study.” Carol Leavitt recently completed the medical billing insurance specialist program, and during her program she completed an internship with Orthopedic Rehab Specialists. “It helps to have patience, and to be dedicated, too.” Job prospects are expected to be good – with growth of 14 to 20 percent -- for medical insurance coder billers over the next several years, because of the rapid growth in the number of medical tests, treatments and procedures. Entry level pay scale ranges from about $24,000 to $29,000 annually, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook.
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ike the young lives that child care professionals guide, the field of early childhood education is growing and changing.
To help meet the changing demands of the field, Jackson Community College has revised its early childhood education curriculum in recent years and is offering new classes beginning Fall of 2009.
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“More and more is being expected of early childhood professionals all the time,” said Professor Mary Belknap, teacher education coordinator who has overseen the changes to JCC’s early childhood program. “Those hiring employees to guide young children want highly qualified four-year degreed people.” Focused early childhood programs can lead to large dividends down the road in terms of economic development, public research suggests. Mary CunninghamDeLuca, children’s program director for the Community Action Agency, said scientifically based research today indicates the importance of early childhood education because it directly relates to the workforce of 2030. “The case has been built over and over again, not by those in the education field but by those in the private and business sector that you need a solid cohort of highly skilled individuals to support the work force of tomorrow,” Cunningham-Deluca said. Child care professionals and preschool teachers provide care for young children, either in the home, day care center or preschool settings. They provide for and nurture young children who have not yet entered formal schooling and
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“” I think it’s like building a house, and early childhood is the foundation.
- Sheri Butters, director of the Great Start Jackson Collaborative
may supervise older children before or after school. Administrative roles in early childhood development are also available, either in the child care industry, teaching at the college level, directing and owning a child care center or home day care service.
“I like to think it’s like building a house, and early childhood is the foundation,” said Sheri Butters, director of the Great Start Jackson Collaborative, a local effort that is part of a statewide initiative started by Gov. Jennifer Granholm to help to ensure that every child has a great start in life, preparing them for success in school and life. “Without a strong foundation of an early childhood learning experience, what you do later on may not matter as much. A strong foundation can help children be more successful in school and even later on to be successful adults.”
Young children learn mainly through play. Early childhood professionals recognize the importance of play and capitalize on many children’s activities to further growth and development. Examples such as language development (storytelling and acting games), improve social skills (working together to build a neighborhood in a sandbox), and introduce scientific and mathematical concepts (balancing and counting blocks when building a bridge or mixing colors when painting) are just a few examples.
To ensure JCC’s early childhood education students have the skills they need, Belknap and her committee consulted with several universities to ensure the classes are current and will transfer to four-year institutions. Actual classroom work or field service will be integrated in each course for practical Mary Belknap application of concepts. Online experiences will also be part of course work as technology skills are expected by all teachers at all levels. Those interested in a career in early childhood education need to combine both knowledge and heart, Belknap said. Professionals must care about children and families, and enjoy meeting all the many needs of a young child. Belknap utilizes a personal disposition assessment tool with many other forms of service learning and class experiences to help future early childhood professionals experience the realities of the profession. Kelly Winter is a pre-teaching student at JCC who is taking early childhood courses to earn a Child Development Associate credential and work in the
field. She currently works with 3-yearolds at Our Lady of Fatima School. “Every day is different,” Winter said. “The children like to have fun and laugh. I’m very creative, and I love the creative aspect of working with children.” Professionalism is important when working with children, Winter said, and the job should be taken seriously. JCC will start with three classes through the teacher and early childhood education program and continue to build more offerings in early childhood depending on market needs. In the Fall, Emergent Literacy and The Exceptional Child will be offered, and in the Winter, Child Growth and Development will be offered. Further course development will be guided by student enrollment, community needs, transfer university expectations, and state and federal guidelines. “There’s a big move to support young children in our community, with efforts like the Great Start Collaborative and Head Start,” Belknap said. “One only has to step into the world of young children for a short time to realize if Jackson Community College is helping to prepare early childhood professionals to work with our young child, we want only to offer the very best in educational opportunities. Our Jackson future is our young children, we must be innovative and accountable.”
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“” Where else can you go and play with food, make it look good and be artistic, and have people enjoy it? - Corbett Day, JCC instructor and lead production chef for the Michigan International Speedway
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ith JCC @ LISD TECH’s new culinary classes, students are finding the perfect recipe for a versatile career!
The Lenawee campus began offering two culinary courses in January, presented in cooperation with the LISD TECH Adult Learning Services. Sanitation and Hygiene covers issues of sanitation and the importance of good personal hygiene, and Culinary Skills introduces students to quantity food production, fabricating techniques, recipe conversions, costing, product identification and classical culinary skills. JCC’s goal is to build toward a culinary arts certificate and then an associate degree. Instructor Corbett Day teaches the culinary classes for both JCC and the LISD TECH Center. Day has 19 years experience in the restaurant and hotel field and is the lead production chef at the Michigan International Speedway. “Where else can you go and play with food, make it look good and be artistic, and have people enjoy it?” Day said. “If you really want hands-on experience, this is definitely the class for you.”
With classes still developing, students can take the existing courses and gain any entry-level position in the food industry, for example baking and pastry, prep cook or line cook. There are always jobs in the industry, Day said, and furthering one’s education can lead to more advancement. Restaurant and food preparation offers something new each day. “I like the challenge of going in and expecting the unexpected,” Day said. “With the clientele we deal with, there is always something different.” Students interested in food preparation need to have good basic math skills, need to communicate well interpersonally, and need to know a lot about science, both for food preparation and safety issues regarding pathogens and diseases. In Day’s classes, students get to work right away in the kitchen, learning as they go. “I love the classes, they are great. We have a good instructor who makes it fun to learn,” said student Mark Roberts, a self-employed custom cabinetmaker and woodworker, who has always been interested in culinary arts and food
service. “I was looking for a change, something completely out of the realm of what I have been doing.” Students have quickly gotten involved, learning basic kitchen skills like using knives and chopping food, and putting on monthly dinners with different themes to highlight their new skills. “When I found out about the culinary program I jumped right in. I’ve always worked in restaurants, and I prefer to make my own meals. I’ve learned a lot, and we’re always learning something new every day,” said student Adam Weidner of Tecumseh, who would like to become a chef. Ron Cubberly of Brooklyn enrolled in the classes as an adult education student. A retiree from General Motors, he’s competed for 23 years in chili competitions, and for 10 years has done catering on the side. “It’s going well. As a retiree, I took these classes to get me through the winter and maybe get back into the catering that I used to do. It’s been more hands-on than I thought, I didn’t realize we would be cooking buffets for 50 people at a time. I really love the classes,” he said.
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3D DESIGN AND ANIMATION
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Accounting Prepares you for: Jobs with duties assigned to a beginning accountant, such as verifying additions, checking audits, postings, and vouchers, analyzing accounts, and preparing financial statements. Also gives you: Credits that transfer to select four-year accounting degree programs. See a JCC advisor. Average Yearly Earnings: Bookkeeping, auditing clerks – $30,560
3D Design and Animation Associate in Applied Science Prepares you for: Careers focusing on the visual and artistic side of modeling and animation. Students prepare for entry-level positions in digital illustration, computer-generated (CG) film and video game design industry. Emphasis is on taking a concept and turning it into reality, then packaging the concept into a portfolio piece to help land a job. Career titles include animator, renderer, concept artist, character designer, art director, modeling supervisor, texture artist/ texture painter, production assistant, compositor, editor, and many more. Also gives you: Digital animation courses that can help other programs as well, such as graphic design and web design. Average Yearly Earnings: Range from $48,000 to $80,000 depending on experience and portfolio. Freelance work also available.
ACADEMIC SKILLS JCC offers courses that enhance your opportunities for academic and workplace success, including courses in reading, writing, problem solving and study skills.
ACCOUNTING Certificate in Accounting Prepares you for: Entry-level accounting positions with accounting and tax services, CPA firms, and small businesses, where you'll provide accounting skills, computer competence and office support. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in accounting.
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Financial Services Concentration Prepares you for: Work in the banking and the financial services industries. Job opportunities could include beginning positions with banks, trust offices, pension and retirement firms, personal financial planning groups and investment broker houses (clerk or customer service representative). Also gives you: Credits that may be used toward a JCC associate degree.
ASSOCIATE DEGREES Associate in Arts/Transfer (minimum of 60 credits) Prepares you for: A four-year college or university program where students may elect to major in such fields as art, business, education, English, music, psychology, social work, and theatre. Also gives you: Two years of transferable credits/education. Associate in Science/Transfer (minimum of 60 credits) Prepares you for: A four-year college or university program where students may elect to major in such fields as engineering, medicine, or computer science, just to name a few. Also gives you: Two years of transferable credits/education.
ART
Certificate in Studio Art Get a start in the field of studio art with this new certificate program. Courses are taught by working artists. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward a JCC associate degree. JCC offers transferable courses in drawing, design, painting, art education, and art history.
Concentration in Collision Repair Body Technician Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Also gives you: Coursework that may be applied toward an associate degree. Skill Set in Collision Repair Non-Structural Body Technician Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Also gives you: Coursework that may be applied toward an associate degree. Skill Set in Collision Repair Structural Body Technician Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Also gives you: Coursework that may be applied toward an associate degree.
AUTOMOTIVE Associate in Applied Science Degree in Automotive Collision Repair Prepares you for: A career as an automotive body repairer, often called collision repair technician. JCC utilizes the Inter-Industry Conference on Automotive Collision Repair (I-CAR) Enhanced Delivery Curriculum, an industry standard in the field. Average Yearly Earnings: $27,040 - $46,446 Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Concentration in Collision, Mechanical & Electrical Components Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Also gives you: Coursework that may be applied toward an associate degree.
Skill Set in Collision Repair Refinishing Technician Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Also gives you: Coursework that may be applied toward an associate degree. Certificate in Automotive Service Technology Prepares you for: Entry-level jobs in the field of automotive technology where you'll work under the supervision of an experienced mechanic, or for
Concentration - Wheel Service Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Courses include brakes, steering & suspension, and co-op.
career enhancement if you are already in the field. You’ll develop entry-level skills in brakes, steering/suspensions, engine repair, manual transmissions/drive trains, automatic transmissions, engine performance, electrical systems, and air conditioning/ heating systems. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in automotive technology. Associate in Applied Science Degree in Automotive Service Prepares you for: Passing state and national exams to become a certified Master Automotive Technician; the exams cover brakes, suspension/steering, engine repair, manual transmissions/drive trains, automatic transmissions, engine performance, electrical systems, and air conditioning/ heating systems. JCC meets ASE/NATEF national standards in all eight areas of automotive repair - an important statement to employers. Also gives you: Corporatesponsored programs through both Toyota and Ford. As part of the Toyota Technical Education Network, students have the option to enter into the Toyota T-TEN program. Our Ford corporate-sponsored connection is called MLR, the Ford Maintenance and Light Repair network. This provides more flexibility for career options nd opens the door for employment opportunities in the corporate setting.
Concentration - Driveability Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Courses include engine performance 1 & 2, electrical systems 1 & 2, heating & air conditioning systems, and co-op. Concentration - Powertrain Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Courses include engine repair, automatic transmission, manual transmission & drivelines, and co-op. Concentration - Undercar Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Courses include engine repair, automatic transmission, manual transmission & drivelines, and co-op. Concentration - High Speed Diesel Service Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Courses include engine repair, automatic transmission, manual transmission & drivelines, and co-op.
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Concentration - Hybrid Vehicles Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal. Courses include engine repair, electrical systems and hybrid technology.
Also gives you: More flexibility for career options.
Concentration - Maintenance and Light Repair Prepares you for: A coordinated set of courses to enable students to quickly achieve their specific occupational goal.
BIOLOGY
Average Yearly Earnings: Automotive technicians can expect to earn between $24,876 and $44,844. Advanced training and experience can lead to a supervisory position where the salary may reach $56,600.
AVIATION Individual Certification (non-degree) Prepares you for: Certification in private pilot, commercial pilot, instrument rating, flight instructor and instrument flight instructor.
Average Yearly Earnings: The wide salary range depends on airlines and job experiences, $20,000-$110,070
Prepares you for: JCC offers individual courses for transfer in biology, botany, microbiology, human anatomy & physiology and zoology. These courses can be the foundation for four-year college studies in biology, preprofessional health programs (pre-medicine, pre-veterinary, pre-pharmacy, physical therapy, etc.), or biotechnology. See Associate in Science.
BUSINESS Certificate in Business Administration Prepares you for: Immediate employment in fields that require skills in sales presentation, negotiation, customer service, display preparation, inventory analysis and basic market research. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree.
settings where technical skills in computer usage, spreadsheet and database software packages, desktop publishing and telecommunications are important, and where increased responsibilities require time management, human relations and general office skills. Average Yearly Earnings: Administrative Assistant $21,830-$41,550 Associate in Applied Science Degree in Business Administration Prepares you for: Broad-based occupational opportunities in business. This program allows students to customize a program of study to meet specific employment needs. Also gives you: Credits to transfer to select four-year programs. See a JCC advisor. Business Transfer Prepares you for: Transfer degree program at a fouryear college or university, where you'll further develop your communication and interpersonal skills while developing a specialty in accounting, economics, finance, management, computer information systems or some other aspect of business.
Certificate in Management Prepares you for: Will build on your natural ability to get along with people and help develop your leadership potential for management roles.
Aviation transfer Prepares you for: Start at JCC, then transfer to complete a bachelor's degree.
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Certificate in Marketing Prepares you for: Positions in retail, sales and customer service. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree. Associate in Applied Science Degree Administrative Assistant Prepares you for: Expanded job opportunities in office
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CAREER EXPLORATION JCC offers individual courses in career planning. Students attending JCC have free access to career guidance advisors, databases and other materials.
CHEMISTRY
Also gives you: Skills that can be applied in almost any industry. Associate in Applied Science Degree in Aviation Technology Prepares you for: This program for pilots includes all simulator training, flight training and appropriate ground schooling to qualify you for private, commercial, multi-engine or flight instructor certification.
Note: What you earn will depend on the industry, work setting and level of responsibility. The career planning database lists 230 job titles that begin with the word "manager," and this doesn't include the jobs that require management skills but do not have the words "manager" or "management" in their title. The same is true for supervisory positions - there are hundreds listed, covering every imaginable business, industry, and work environment. To explore all the titles that might fit you, make an appointment with an advisor.
Average Yearly Earnings: Advertising sales agents $42,744 Retail management $32,720 General manager $77,420 Customer service representative $28,329
Prepares you for: JCC offers individual courses in introductory, general, organic, and inorganic chemistry. These courses can be the foundation for four-year college studies in pre-professional health (premedicine, pre-veterinary, prepharmacy, physical therapy) and professional chemistry. See Associate in Science.
COMMUNICATIONS Prepares you for: JCC offers individual courses in the basic communication skills so highly sought after both in
relationships and in business and industry. Employers are looking for people with the ability to express themselves clearly, to speak persuasively, to think on their feet and to work well with others. These are the skills developed in courses such as the fundamentals of speaking, interpersonal communications, argumentation and debate. Many transfer students also enroll in these classes.
Average Yearly Earnings: Computer Programmer$49,580-$62,890
COMPUTER SYSTEMS SUPPORT Microcomputer Application Specialist Concentration standard exams in both A+ and Network+ certifications. Students who pass the appropriate related certification exams can also achieve the premier certifications of CompTIA Security+, Microsoft® Certified System Administrator (MCSA) and Certified Cisco Network Administrator (CCNA). Average Yearly Earnings: Network Administrator $50,000$75,750 Help-desk Workers, $27,500$37,000
COMPUTER NETWORKING Certificate in Networking Specialist Prepares you for: A job as a Novell or Microsoft® technician, where you'll install, configure, and troubleshoot Local Area Networks. The knowledge you'll need to pass the required exam for either the Certified Novell Engineer, Microsoft® Certified Systems Engineer, Microsoft® Certified Database Administrator, or Certified Novell Administrator. After each Novell or Microsoft® class, students can apply to take the certification testing in the specific topic area. Associate in Applied Science Degree Networking Specialist Prepares you for: Computer networking positions within many businesses and organizations. Networking involves the hardware, software and communications channels that allow computers to talk to each other. Also gives you: Coursework prepares students for industry
generate all types of documents, worksheets, graphic and multimedia presentations.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING Certificate in Computer Programming Specialist Prepares you for: Entry-level computer programmer positions working with a systems analyst in an applications environment to support information processing functions. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in computer programming. Associate in Applied Science Degree Computer Programming Specialist Prepares you for: Job opportunities may include applications programmer, computer operators, information systems manager, systems analyst, and programmer. Also gives you: The opportunity to focus your program in a particular discipline by choosing from a list of elective courses covering visual basic, C++, Java. Also provides courses for transfer and learning that can be applied to four-year programs.
Microcomputer Applications Skill Set Certificate in Microcomputer Application Specialist Prepares you for: Entrylevel positions that provide technical support, assistance, troubleshooting, training for end-users in word processing, spreadsheet, database and graphics software. Common job titles include user support specialist, customer service representative and software trainer. As the use of microcomputers extends to most workplaces, the demand is great for specialists who can assist non-technical users with the technology. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in microcomputer application specialist. Associate in Applied Science Degree in Microcomputer Application Specialist Prepares you for: Career choices that include applications specialist, data processing manager, end-user support technician and information systems associate or software specialist. You will learn to
Certificate in Microsoft® Office® Specialist Prepares you for: A variety of positions in an automated office setting, such as administrative assistant and administrative support personnel. The program recognizes the increasingly important role of the microcomputer in modern business and is designed to assist students in developing skills in the use of microcomputer applications for word/information processing, record keeping and database development. Also gives you: Industryrecognized standard for measuring an individual's mastery of "Office" automation. Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in office automation. Concentration - Microsoft® Office® Specialist Prepares you for: Get a foundation in the programs and systems used in an automated office setting. Also gives you: Credits that may be building blocks to an existing JCC certificate or associate degree program. Concentration - Microsoft® Networking Certificate in Networking Specialist Associate in Applied Science Degree in Networking Specialist
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Prepares you for: Networking involves the hardware, software and communication channels necessary to allow computers to talk to each other. Learn the various components of computer hardware and networking so you may maintain networks, analyze problems and monitor networks to ensure their availability to system users. These courses prepare the student to take industry standard exams for both A+ and Network+ certifications.
Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC’s associate degree or certificate in electronic technology. Average Yearly Earnings: Computer systems technician $32,110-$53,640
CRIMINAL JUSTICE/ CORRECTIONS/ LAW ENFORCEMENT
Also gives you: Preparation for the Michigan Civil Service exam, which is required to work as a corrections officer.
Skill Set - Computer Service Technician (A+/Network+) Concentration - Computer Service Technician - A+/ Network+ Certification Prepares you for: The rigorous Computer Technology Industry Association’s (CompTIA) A+/Network+ Certification exam and for employment as a microcomputer service technician, where you’ll be expected to be equally adept at hardware solutions, working with operating systems, and relating to customers. This certification is the “journeyman’s card” for professionals in microcomputer maintenance.
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Associate in Applied Science in Corrections Prepares you for: Certification to work in correctional jobs in the State of Michigan.
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Caring for and teaching young children is a growing field which is changing greatly as more and more continues to be expected of early childhood professionals. JCC has revamped its curriculum andis launching new courses to prepare students for today’s careers.
Average Yearly Earnings: Corrections Officers and Jailers $28,320-$46,500 Criminal Justice General Transfer Prepares you for: A four-year college or university program where students may earn a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and work at occupations such as local, state and federal law enforcement officers, parole and probation officers, juvenile counselors and prison administrators.
Certificate in Law Enforcement Prepares you for: A career in law enforcement.
Also gives you: The first of what could be many career advancements. Corrections is an advancement-oriented field,
Average Yearly Earnings: Police Officer $47,190, Detectives $58,260
Also gives you: Credits to transfer to select four-year degree programs. See a JCC advisor.
Also gives you: Two years of transferable credits/education. See Associate in Arts.
Certificate in Corrections Prepares you for: Taking the required exams for jobs in county- and state-level correctional facilities and for advancement within state correctional facilities.
maintain public order through the application of the law.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Computer Literacy Skill Set
Concentration – Correctional Officers Program Prepares you for: In Michigan, the Department of Corrections requires correctional officers to earn 15 credits of postsecondary education prior to or within 18 months of employment. JCC courses that meet this requirement include classes in the area of corrections, criminal justice, sociology or psychology. Concentration - Network+/ Security+ Prepares you for: Work as an information technology professional with knowledge of information security within computer networks. Welltrained workers are necessary to effectively combat hackers, attacks and security threats.
as long as you're successful on the job, willing to continue your education and able to pass the required exams.
Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC’s associate degree in law enforcement. Associate in Applied Science in Law Enforcement Prepares you for: A career as a police officer in a city or county government agency. Police officers function to keep the peace, protect life and property, detect and prevent crime, and
eCOMMERCE Associate in Applied Science in Web Technology – eCommerce Professional Prepares you for: Electronic commerce, or eCommerce, is the term given to the buying and selling of products or services over the Internet. Businesses looking to expand in the online global marketplace or individuals looking to make a few extra dollars will learn to combine web design, programming, search engine optimization and mobile eBusiness practices to create a secure and smooth eCommerce experience for the Internet shopper. Certificate in Web Technology – eCommerce Consultant Students will be skilled to consult with clients regarding their desires for an eCommerce
site, as well as manage inventory through integrated database technology.
ECONOMICS
ELECTRONICS
JCC offers individual courses in microeconomics and macroeconomics.
Certificate in Electronic Technology/Microcomputer Prepares you for: Entrylevel jobs in almost any of the electronics cluster of occupations, such as digital computer maintenance, voice and data communications, radio and TV broadcasting, and hightech manufacturing.
EDUCATION
Concentration in Web Technology – eCommerce Specialist Students will be skilled to design an eCommerce site, manage its traffic and maximize the appearance of the site in search engine results.
A popular transfer program at JCC, education is a field that is rapidly changing. Students pursuing either an elementary or secondary teaching certificate need to major and/or minor in subject disciplines they plan to teach. All education students should plan to take the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification: Basic Skills (reading, writing, mathematics) during the second semester of their freshman year at JCC. All colleges require successful completion of this test before acceptance into their college of education.
Concentration in Web Technology – eCommerce Entrepreneur Students will be skilled to assess the opportunities available to launch an entrepreneurial venture, as well as develop a plan to incorporate an eCommerce web site. Skill Set in Web Technology – eCommerce Manager Students will be skilled to manage an eCommerce site’s search engine optimization, share product files across platforms, and utilize mobile technologies and advertising campaigns to ensure optimal efficiency of the site. Skill Set in Web Technology – eCommerce Designer Students will be skilled to use open source or boxed software to build an eCommerce web site considerate of legal requirements, eCommerce concepts, and technology requirements. Average Yearly Earnings: Varies greatly depending on size and scope of business.
Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in electronics technology. Concentration - Electrical Basics Prepares you for: Provides solid electrical foundation for the person seeking electrical or industrial maintenance mechanic training.
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Electronic Technology/ Microcomputer Prepares you for: Entrylevel training plus potential advancement opportunities within the field.
Also gives you: Credits that can be building blocks toward an existing JCC certificate or associate degree program.
Also gives you: Credits that transfer into select four-year programs. See a JCC advisor.
Average starting salary: $26,000 Certificate in Customer Energy Specialist Prepares you for: Specific job positions within Consumers Energy. Although this certificate program is open to anyone, it is customized for Consumers Energy employees.
ELECTRICIAN Electrician Certificate Associate in Applied Science/ Electrician Electrical Basics Concentration Prepares you for: Jobs as an electrician where you may lay out, assemble, install, maintain and test electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment and wiring used in heating and refrigeration, lighting, power, intercommunications, air conditioning, and electrical systems of homes, factories, and other buildings. Average Yearly Earnings: $33,425-$57,636
Also gives you: Credits that transfer into select four-year programs. See a JCC advisor.
Certificate in Electronic Technology/ELT Prepares you for: Entrylevel jobs in almost any of the electronics cluster of occupations, such as digital computer maintenance, voice and data communications, radio and TV broadcasting, and hightech manufacturing.
Average Yearly Earnings: Electronic equipment repair $30,000
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES/PARAMEDIC Certificate in Emergency Medical Services Prepares you for: A position as a member of a pre-hospital emergency medical team; an emergency medical technician may administer treatment for emergency care to sick and injured persons and transport them to medical facilities.
Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in electronics technology. Associate in Applied Science Degree in Electronic Technology/ELT Prepares you for: Entrylevel training plus potential advancement opportunities within the field.
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Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in emergency medical services. Upon successful completion of the program, candidates are eligible to take the State of Michigan EMT or Paramedic exams to become licensed. Candidates are eligible to take the National Registry Exam for EMT or Paramedic leading to State of Michigan licensure. Associate in Applied Science in Emergency Medical Services Prepares you for: Positions noted above, plus it allows students to further their career in EMS or beyond in health positions such as management, education or supervision. Also gives you: Upon successful completion of the program, candidates are eligible to take the State of Michigan EMT or Paramedic exams to become licensed. Also, allows students to enter into a bachelor's degree completion program.
in engineering, as well as entrylevel work in industry as an engineering technician.
Average Yearly Earnings: Chemical, $59,361 Civil, $48,509 Electrical, $55,292 Mechanical, $54,128
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GRAPHIC DESIGN
ENTREPRENEURSHIP Skill Set Credential Entrepreneurs are individuals who pursue their aspirations to own and operate their own businesses. JCC offers classes to help students learn the skills and commitment necessary to successfully operate an entrepreneurial venture, assess business climate and write a business plan. JCC offers a skill set credential which can be completed on its own, or grouped with another field for students interested in their own business.
FRENCH
Average Yearly Earnings: EMT $27,070
ENGINEERING
JCC offers individual courses in world regional, physical, and U.S. and Canadian geography.
JCC’s engineering curriculum is patterned on the first two years of engineering courses at the University of Michigan. Students commonly transfer to U-M, MSU, WMU, GVSU, and MTU. Students completing their Bachelor of Science degree at an accredited college or university qualify for licensure as a professional engineer.
Skill Set Credential in Basic Emergency Medical Technician Prepares you for: Introductory positions in the emergency health field. Also gives you: Credits to build toward a JCC certificate or associate degree program.
Certificate in Fundamentals of Engineering Prepares you for: Transfer to a four-year university to complete a bachelor’s degree
GEOGRAPHY
JCC offers individual courses in technical and business writing, basic writing, creative writing, writing fundamentals, communication skills, journalism, composition, Shakespeare, and literature, including poetry, drama, short story, novel and children's literature, as well as AfricanAmerican and world literature. Offerings also include courses on women's role in society, film appreciation and courses in the humanities. A course in photojournalism includes instruction on use of a 35mm camera and dark room procedures.
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JCC offers individual courses in first- and second-year French and conversational French, beginning and intermediate. Proficiency in a foreign language can enhance your job opportunities. Transfer students may consider taking foreign language as some four-year colleges recommend two years of it regardless of your field of study.
GENERAL STUDIES JCC offers an Associate in General Studies degree that can be adapted to a student's needs and interests. To earn this associate degree, you will need to earn a minimum of 60 credits.
Certificate in Visual Communication Prepares you for: Entry-level positions where you might design product packages, publications, book covers, annual reports, magazines, advertisements, trade publications, and more. The program is also beneficial to students who already have degrees in other fields and are interested in design skills only. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in visual communication.
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Visual Communication/ Graphic Design Prepares you for: Staff positions and freelance assignments where you might design product packages, publications, book covers, annual reports, magazines, advertisements, trade publications, and more. You will have to blend creativity and computer savvy with resourcefulness and people skills. Newspaper art departments, art studios, agencies, and magazines are among the employers you could work for. An associate degree can also prepare you for potential job advancement. Also gives you: Credits for transfer to select four-year programs. See a JCC advisor.
Average Yearly Earnings: Graphic designer, $39,900
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL FITNESS JCC offers individual courses in cardiovascular training, such as golf, weight training and aerobics, which can be transferred to fulfill the physical education requirements in some four-year degree programs. JCC also offers courses in stress management, stress management for parents, and wellness.
HUMANITIES
MATHEMATICS
JCC offers individual courses that can transfer to fouryear institutions, fulfill core requirements in a JCC associate degree program and enrich your understanding of the human experience. See Associate in Arts.
JCC offers math courses to support career programs and transfer programs. Courses include preparatory learning, including basic mathematics, algebra and intermediate algebra; business mathematics; and general transfer, including probability and statistics, precalculus, discrete mathematics, calculus I, II and III, and differential equations.
HVAC/CLIMATE CONTROL Certificate in Climate Control Technology Prepares you for: Entry-level jobs in the HVAC industry, where you'll combine your diagnostic and repair skills with customer relations to service equipment in a variety of commercial, residential and institutional settings.
MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
Average Yearly Earnings: Machinists: $20,000-$40,000
Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in climate control.
HEALTH MANAGEMENT Associate in Applied Science In Health Management Prepares you for: A career in the business and administrative areas of health care. Health managers may handle dayto-day operations of various departments in large facilities, or handle daily operations in smaller facilities such as nursing homes or clinics. Also gives you: Credits to transfer to select four-year programs. See a JCC advisor. Average Yearly Earnings: $31,740
HISTORY JCC offers courses in AfricanAmerican and twentieth-century history, as well as courses in western civilization, ancient history, and the history of the U.S. See Associate in Arts.
Associate in Applied Science in Climate Control Technology Prepares you for: Possible job advancement opportunities into a management position, as well as skills for entry-level jobs in the HVAC industries, where you'll combine your diagnostic and repair skills with customer relations to service equipment in a variety of commercial, residential and institutional settings. Also gives you: Business and general education courses to help prepare you for career advancement. Average Yearly Earnings: HVAC technician $23,670$48,505
coincide with Jackson Area Manufacturers Association Academy of Manufacturing Careers Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training certificate program, making this an ideal continuation after completion of your journeyman’s certificate.
Associate in Applied Science in Manufacturing Tech/Tool Room Prepares you for: Career in the increasingly technical area of manufacturing tool room operations.
Associate in Applied Science in Manufacturing Tech/Machining Prepares you for: A career in the increasingly technical area of manufacturing and/or production machining. Also gives you: Many of the courses in this curriculum coincide with Jackson Area Manufacturers Association Academy of Manufacturing Careers Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training certificate program, making this an ideal continuation after completion of your journeyman’s certificate. Average Yearly Earnings: Machinists: $20,000-$40,000 Associate in Applied Science in Manufacturing Tech/ Maintenance Prepares you for: A career in the areas of manufacturing and/or industrial maintenance. Also gives you: Many of the courses in this curriculum
Also gives you: Many of the courses in this curriculum coincide with Jackson Area Manufacturers Association Academy of Manufacturing Careers Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training certificate program, making this an ideal continuation after completion of your journeyman’s certificate. Average Yearly Earnings: Machinists: $20,000-$40,000
MEDICAL ASSISTANT Certificate in Medical Assistant Prepares you for: Work as a multi-skilled health care practitioner performing medical, administrative and clinical assisting. Your responsibilities may include working as a secretary/receptionist, preparing medical charts and reports, handling patient billing and taking vital signs. Upon completion the student is eligible to take the AAMA exam to become a certified medical assistant.
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complex world of insurance coding and billing. Each time a patient sees a healthcare professional, coder billers assign a code to each diagnosis and procedure, necessary for communicating between medical offices, patients and insurance companies.
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Medical Assistant Prepares you for: The entrylevel positions described in the certificate program, plus courses that prepare you for possible job advancement within the field.
Certificate in Medical Receptionist/Insurance Biller Prepares you for: Work as a billing clerk that includes preparing invoices, processing insurance claims and keeping payment records. You will work as a liaison between the provider, patient and insurance companies. Also gives you: All the abovementioned certificates give you credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in medical assisting.
Certificate in Medical Receptionist/Transcriptionist Prepares you for: Work in the administrative office setting where you will develop permanent patient records from physician and provider notes by transcribing from voice recordings using computer word processing and perform other support duties. Associate in Applied Science in Medical Insurance Coder Biller Prepares you for: Careers in the increasingly complex world of insurance coding and billing. Medical billers and coders communicate between medical offices, patients and insurance companies. By assigning letters and numbers to diseases, injuries and medical procedures, they speed up the process of payment and ensure that records are correct. Also gives you: Coursework and skills that may serve as a step toward other health care careers. Average Yearly Earnings: $28,030 Certificate in Medical Insurance Coder Biller Prepares you for: Entry-level careers in the increasingly
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Broadway Revue or Jackson Community Concert Band.
NURSING
educating the public about healthy living. Also gives you: Graduates of JCC's program are eligible to apply for the National Council of Licensing Examination, which is required to become a registered nurse (RN). RNs have tremendous flexibility in their careers - they can work fulltime or part-time, in a variety of settings, in many different roles virtually anywhere in the world. Average Yearly Earnings: $47,710-$69,850
Certificate in Practical Nursing Prepares you for: Provides direct nursing care to individuals in various settings under the direction of a registered nurse. Job tasks could include administering medications, giving injections, taking vital signs, providing bedside care and performing procedures. LPNs work in a wide variety of settings. Class is admitted in March, or late winter. There is only one admit per year. Also gives you: Graduates of JCC's program are eligible to apply to write the state licensing exam required to become a practical nurse (LPN).
Transfer JCC/ U of M Bachelor's of Science - Nursing Prepares you for: In addition to traditional nursing career work, a bachelor's degree in nursing broadens advancement opportunities in administration, clinical education or supervision. Many positions are open only to nurses with a minimum of a BSN. Also gives you: The opportunity to enroll and complete the first three terms of a baccalaureate nursing program at JCC and complete the remaining five terms at the University of Michigan. Average Yearly Earnings: BSN or higher degree up to $83,440
Average Yearly Earnings: $31,080-$43,640 Average Yearly Earnings: Medical Assistants $18,000-$36,840 Medical Transcriptionist $29,900 Medical Record Technician $28,030
MUSIC JCC offers individual courses in voice, stage presence, small instrumental groups, music theory and music appreciation. Students who qualify can study and perform with the JCC Community Concert Choir,
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Associate in Applied Science in Nursing LPN to ADN Prepares you for: Work as a registered nurse in less than 18 months - if you have at least 1,000 hours LPN experience. One class is admitted each Fall. Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Prepares you for: Work as a registered nurse, which includes assessing the health and well being of individuals as well as caring for the sick. Responsibilities can also include coordinating the overall health care team, supervising LPNs, assisting physicians and
POLITICAL SCIENCE JCC offers individual courses in introductory political science. It is often a field chosen by transfer students who plan to go on to study government or law. See Associate in Arts.
PHILOSOPHY
RADIOGRAPHY
JCC offers individual courses in introductory philosophy and logic. See Associate in Arts.
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography Prepares you for: A radiologic technologist, or radiographer, is someone who administers x-rays to patients in order to help provide diagnosis of possible pathology. A radiographer also works together with the radiology physician in order to perform certain radiological examinations.
PHYSICS
JCC offers individual courses in astronomy and three levels of physics. Astronomy and conceptual physics serve as introductory courses and are useful for those individuals needing a general laboratory science elective for their associate’s degree or are pursuing a career in elementary education. College physics is one of the foundation courses necessary for students who will be pursuing a four-year degree in a pre-professional career, such as architecture or health (pre-medicine, preveterinary, pre-pharmacy, physical therapy, or chiropractic). University physics is designed for students who will transfer to a physics or engineering program (mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, or computer) at a fouryear institution.
PSYCHOLOGY JCC offers individual courses in introductory psychology, social psychology, educational psychology, introduction to counseling, child psychology, abnormal psychology and human sexuality. Specialization begins after transfer and continues as you do graduate work.
Also gives you: Graduates of the JCC radiography program will be eligible to write the national board exam given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Upon successful completion of the national board exam the successful graduate will have the initials R.T.(R) after their name.
Average Yearly Earnings: $48,890-$67,670
knowledge and theory to practical, clinical problems of respiratory care. A respiratory care practitioner is qualified to assume primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including responsibilities involved in supervision of respiratory technician functions. Also gives you: The program provides the student with the knowledge and experience that will qualify her/him to take the required NBRC examinations to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
Average Yearly Earnings: $39,840-$57,940
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Cardiac Sonography Prepares you for: A career as an echocardiographer, a skilled ultrasound technician who takes diagnostic recordings and measurements of the heart. Also gives you: Graduates of JCC's program are eligible to write the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - Adult Echocardiography certification exams and, if successful, use the credentials RDCS AE (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, Adult Echocardiography). Associate in Applied Science Degree in Vascular Sonography Prepares you for: A career as a vascular technologist - which is a sonographer who specializes in ultrasound images of veins and arteries.
Average Yearly Earnings: $35,200-$64,190
SONOGRAPHY & VASCULAR TECHNOLOGY
RESPIRATORY CARE Associate Degree in Applied Science in Respiratory Care Prepares you for: A career in an allied health profession whose practitioners focus on diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary disorders and diseases. A respiratory care practitioner can be instrumental in assisting a physician in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of a wide spectrum of disorders affecting the heart and lungs, and specializes in the application of scientific
Associate in Applied Science Degree in General Sonography Prepares you for: A career as a sonographer, where one uses high frequency sound waves to create cross-sectional images of a patient's anatomy. Sonographers explain the medical scanning procedure to patients, position them for scanning, scan and collect image data, and work with the imaging physician as a team to interpret the image scan. Also gives you: JCC has one of fewer than 200 programs in the U.S. accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). This program leads to ARDMS certification in diagnostic medical sonography.
Also gives you: JCC has one of only 45 programs in the U.S. accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). This program leads to ARDMS certification in vascular technology. Average Yearly Earnings: $42,300
SCIENCES Pre-Professional Science Certificate Prepares you for: Transfer to a four-year university as science majors or pre-professional
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students (pre-veterinary, premedical, pre-dental, physical and occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, physician’s assistant, etc.). Certificate graduates could also find work as laboratory technicians. Average Yearly Earnings: $20,000-$30,000
hands-on experience in theatre, stagecraft, lighting and make-up or sound. Students benefit from the outstanding theatre facilities available in the Potter Center.
SPANISH JCC offers individual courses in first- and second-year Spanish and conversational Spanish, beginning and intermediate. Proficiency in a foreign language can enhance your job opportunities. Transfer students may consider taking foreign language as some four-year colleges recommend two years of it regardless of your field of study.
Also gives you: Coursework that may be applied toward an associate degree. JCC offers individual courses in acting for the theatre and theatre production and participation in faculty-directed main stage productions. Certificate in Theatre Performance Prepares you for: Work in the performance of live theatre and its commercial applications. Job opportunities include actors, directors, voice-over artists, singers, drama teachers, and playwrights.
THEATRE
Also gives you: Credits that may be used toward an associate degree and further study.
WEB DESIGN Certificate in Multimedia and Web Design Prepares you for: Jobs that require well-rounded experience in all aspects of Internet development, including web design and programming for the web. Also gives you: Credits that can be used toward JCC's associate degree in visual communications. Associate in Applied Science in Multimedia and Web Design Prepares you for: Jobs that require well-rounded experience in all aspects of Internet development, including web design and programming for the web. Average Yearly Earnings: $40,000-$70,000
SOCIAL WORK JCC offers individual courses in principles of sociology, family relationships, criminology, minority groups in America, social problems, women in a changing society and juvenile delinquency. To become a social worker, you must transfer and continue on for a bachelor's or master's degree.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS Certificate in Technical Theatre Prepares you for: For students who are interested in backstage and production work, this certificate provides students
JCC offers individual courses in telecommunications that may lead to work in the field or transfer for further study at a four-year college or university.
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