Program Divisions / Campuses
Certificate programs include a grouping of only those courses which are essential to prepare a student for successful employment in specific occupations. Certificates may be awarded for completion of an educational offering not described under diploma or associate degree program criteria by the department that has responsibility for the program.
Diploma programs provide more extensive training on a broader base in a more complex work area. This training leads to greater employment opportunity and advancement possibilities.
Diploma programs may be less than one year, one year, or two years in length. Occupational skills course work comprises a minimum of 80 percent of the total class time spent in these programs. Supportive related course work may constitute the remaining curricular requirements. Related instruction for apprenticeship is included as a diploma program.
