Educational Choices
Get a new career fast.

Do you need a new career but don't have the time or money to spend on a college degree program? Austin Community College's short certificate programs prepare you for a good job quickly. All you need to get started is a high school diploma, certificate of completion or GED.

The certificate programs and training areas listed below are available at Austin community College and can be completed in a year or less.

Green Careers - Credit Admissions required.
Gold Careers - Noncredit programs - no credit admission required.

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    High Tech

  • Architectural and Engineering CAD
  • Automation, Robotics, and Controls
  • Biotechnology
  • Computer Electronics/Telecommunications
  • Computer Information Technology Database
  • Computer Programming (C++ or Java)
  • Electronics Technician
  • Engineering Technology
  • Integrated Circuit Layout and Design
  • Land Surveying Technology
  • Local Area Network Systems
  • Power Technology
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing
  • Software Applications Specialist
  • Web Developer

  • Cisco Network Associate
  • Certified Oracle Associate
  • Fiber Optics Technician
  • IBM Server Certifications
  • IT Project Manager
  • Linux Administrator
  • Localization Professional
  • Microsoft Systems Administrator
  • Microsoft Database Administrator
  • Microsoft Systems Engineer
  • Personal Computer Technician
  • Renewable Energy Technician
  • Sun Certified Administrator
  • Systems Security Professional
  • Webmaster

    Applied Tech

  • Art Metals
  • Automotive Technician
  • Auto Brake & Suspension
  • Auto Drive Train
  • Auto Engine Performance
  • Auto Heating & Air Conditioning
  • Building Construction
  • Carpentry
  • Heating, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration
  • Firefighter
  • Inert Gas Welding
  • Jewelry
  • Marine Engine Repair
  • Metal Sculpture
  • Motorcycle Repair
  • Small Engine Repair
  • Welding
  • Woodworking

    Business & Industry

  • Accounting
  • Business & Government Communications
  • Culinary Arts
  • Fashion Merchandising
  • Hospitality Management
  • International Business
  • Legal Administrative Assistant
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Meeting Planning
  • Mortgage Banking
  • Office Administration
  • Real Estate
  • Small Business Management
  • Technical Communications
  • Travel and Tourism

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Housekeeping
  • Home Inspector
  • Real Estate
  • Renewable Energy Technician
  • Translator & Interpreter
  • Truck Driving
  • Welding

    Healthcare 1, 2

  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Fitness Specialist
  • Medical Coding
  • Personal Fitness Trainer
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Phlebotomy

  • Activity Director
  • Addictions Counseling
  • Dental Assistant
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Health Information Assistant
  • Massage Therapist
  • Medical Assistant (Clinical or Administrative)
  • Medical Coding
  • Medical Insurance Billing
  • Medical Laboratory Assistant
  • Medication Aide
  • Medical Office Receptionist
  • Medical Transcription
  • Nurse Aide
  • Personal Fitness Trainer
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Phlebotomy Technician

    Human Services 2

  • Addictions Counseling
  • American Sign Language Studies
  • Child Development
  • Texas Peace Officer
  • Therapeutic Recreation

    Visual Media

  • Digital Assistant
  • Film/Video Production
  • Graphics Arts Illustration
  • Online Web
  • Photographic Artist
  • Photojournalism

    Home and Garden

  • Certified Nursery Professional
  • Floral Designer
  • Interior Designer
  • Interiorscape Technician
  • Landscape Designer

    Veterinary Care

  • Veterinary Animal Caretaker
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • 1You must complete all immunizations before enrollment.
  • 2A criminal background check will be conducted when you enroll.