Programs
Certificate of Proficiency
Technical Certificate
Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences
Programs
Associate in Science
Electronics Technology
The Electronics Technology Degree Program is intended for students currently employed in or re-entering the electronics field. The courses, offered in partnership with Northwest Technical Institute (NTI), allow students to upgrade their technical skills or to acquire the additional general education necessary to advance into supervision or management.
The electronics industry is characterized by rapid technological advances and has grown faster than most other industries over the past 30 years. Much of the continuing growth in this industry is expected to be among the professional specialty occupations.
Electronic semiconductor processors and electrical and electronic assemblers will also grow faster than the industry average. Highly skilled technical personnel should be able to take advantage of the increasingly sophisticated level of manufacturing technology as industries become more integrated and manufacturing processes more advanced. Employment of electronics production workers and managers is expected to grow more slowly than average.
In general, earnings in the electronics industry are high, although this is partly because many of the lower wage production jobs have been automated or exported to other countries. Average weekly earnings of all production and nonsupervisory workers in the industry were higher than the weekly average for all industries.
Students interested in the electronics technology field need to have an aptitude for math and science and the ability to keep up with rapidly changing technology. A culminating internship in the program allows students to apply the technical knowledge they have learned in classes and labs to specific positions in area industries. Graduates of the program will receive an A.A.S. degree in Electronics Technology.
NOTE: Not all courses are available each semester; check course descriptions for prerequisite requirements.
** Designates NTI course work. NTI courses must not be 30 or more credit hours for the entire degree. Total Hours 60-61
Programs
Associate of Applied Science
Certificate of Proficiency
Environmental & Regulatory Sciences
The Division of Science & Mathematics offers an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Environmental and Regulatory Science. This degree is designed for the student desiring entry-level positions in environmental management, safety, health, or green technology jobs. There are two options available for this technical, competency-based degree. Option I focuses on safety & health and the management of hazardous materials in the workplace. Option II focuses on the management of environmental resources and GIS technology and software. Certificates of proficiency and technical certificates for pursuing education advancement in applied areas of environmental and regulatory science are also available. Completed course work may lead to educational requirements for professional certification such as CSP, CET, or CHMM for those already employed in the environmental and safety fields. Participation in fieldwork and internship may be required for completion of degree or certificates. This program is a good foundation for students wishing to transfer to a four-year institution with the desire to complete a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Science or health-related field. To acquaint students with professional opportunities within the field, students are encouraged to participate in local safety and health conferences and student section of ASSE prior to graduation.
In addition to college credit, students can receive additional certifications in some classes.
Examples: 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification, OSHA 30- Hour General Industry certification, and EPA certificate for environmental management.
For more information, contact Sonya Zawada, at (479) 619-3133 or (800) 995-6922, or sgraveszawada@nwacc.edu.
In 2007, Arkansas Department of Higher Education approved the curriculum for Option I (Safety & Health, and Hazardous Materials Management) for online delivery and (A.A.S.) degree in Environmental and Regulatory Science became the first A.A.S. online degree for NWACC. This curriculum meets the guidelines developed jointly by the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) and the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).
These guidelines define academic requirements for safety degrees and other routes of academic preparation for the profession.
These guidelines reflect the tasks and functions performed by safety practitioners. The Safety & Health and Hazardous Materials Management Option I Curriculum is designed to provide occupational safety and health training to both pre-service and in-service safety practitioners. The courses may be completed via internet delivery or at our Bentonville, AR campus. The flexibility of online courses allows you to continue your education while meeting employment, community and family responsibilities.
Programs
Associate of Applied Science
Certificate of Proficiency
Technical Certificate
Biotechnology
Workforce Readiness
Programs
Certificate of Proficiency
Pre-Health Sciences
The purpose of the Certificate of Proficiency in Pre- Health Sciences is to prepare students for employment and further success in licensure. This certificate fosters development of a skill set fundamental to health care as identified by area health professionals. The core required courses form the foundation for all the health professions A.A.S. degrees offered by the college. The human anatomy and physiology courses provide a crucial knowledge base for all members of health professions. The computer and English composition courses develop important skills necessary for the workplace. The electives offer options for students based on career interest and are required for health professions A.A.S. degrees. Successful completion of the certificate will result in an individual with basic proficiency suitable for a variety of non-licensed positions in the health care field.
Students can also earn the following certificates:
Programs
Certificate of Proficiency
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