ACC's Faculty Qualifications Table Course Types: D-Developmental, T-Transfer, W-Workforce, W/C – Certificate Only |
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Course |
Course Type |
Minimum Requirements |
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HART |
W |
Associate degree in AC/Heating & Refrigeration and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Accounting |
ACCT |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Accounting or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Accounting. |
ACNT |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Accounting, or Associate degree in Accounting and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Allied Health Sciences |
HPRS-1106 |
W |
Medical doctor degree or professional nursing degree. |
HPRS-1201 |
W |
Medical doctor degree or professional nursing degree or Baccalaureate in pharmacy. |
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HPRS-2301 |
C/W |
Medical doctor degree or professional nursing degree. |
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Anthropology |
ANT |
T |
Master's degree in Anthropology OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Anthropology. |
Art |
ART |
T |
MA or MFA in Art, Studio Art, Painting, or Art History, OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Art or fine art. |
Astronomy |
PHYS-1111 |
T |
Master's degree with a major in astronomy, physics or a related physical science OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in astronomy, physics or a related physical science. |
Associate Degree Nursing |
RNSG |
W |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Nursing. |
Auto Tech/Power Mechanics |
AUMT |
W |
Baccalaureate in Automotive Technology, or Associate degree in Automotive Technology and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
MTRC |
C/W |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
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Biology |
BIO |
T |
Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Botany or Microbiology OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology, Biochemistry, Botany, or Microbiology. |
BIOL-2304 |
T |
Master's degree or PHD in Biology (with analysis of coursework), Anatomy or Physiology OR Master's in Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Neuroanatomy, Genetics or Zoology, with at least 3 graduate hours in Animal Physiology, Mammalian Physiology, Vertebrate Physiology, Pathophysiology or Neurophysiology (plus analysis of coursework) or MD degree (with a Master's degree); OR Master's or PHD degree in a related area plus 18 graduate hours in Biology, Anatomy and/or Physiology (plus analysis of course work) |
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BIOL-1322 |
T |
Master's degree in Nutrition OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in nutrition. |
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BITC |
T |
Master's degree or PHD in Biology, Biochemistry or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in Biology or Biochemistry. |
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Building Construction Technology |
CNBT |
W |
Associate degree in Building Construction Technology (Building Construction, Carpentry, |
OSHT |
W |
Associate degree in Building Construction Technology and 3 years non-teaching work experience and certification. |
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CNBT-1204 |
C/W |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc.
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CHEM |
T |
Master's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry OR a Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Chemistry. |
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Child Development |
TECA |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Child Development or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Child Development. |
CDEC |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Child Development, or Associate degree in Child Development and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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CDEC-1417 |
C/W |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
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Commercial Music |
MUSB |
W |
Baccalaureate in Music, Commercial Music, R-T-F, or Business (management, marketing, etc.) or Associate degree in Music, Commercial Music, R-T-F, or Business and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
MUSB-1301 |
W |
JD |
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MUSC-1325 |
W |
Baccalaureate in Music, Commercial Music or R-T-F, or Associate degree in Music, Commercial Music or R-T-F and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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MUSC MUSP |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Music or Commercial Music, or Associate degree in Music or Commercial Music and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Computer Information Technology (catalog-Computer Information Systems) |
BCIS-1305 |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, or computer-based information systems (e.g., management, decision, data-processing) or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the areas listed. |
INEW |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, or computer-based information systems (e.g., management, decision, data-processing), or Associate degree in one of these areas and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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ITNW-1325 |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, computer-based information systems (e.g., management, decision), or electrical engineering, or Associate degree in one of the areas listed and 3 years non-teaching work experience. Back to Top |
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Computer Studies |
COSC |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, or computer-based information systems (e.g., management, decision, data-processing) or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the areas listed. |
Creative Writing |
ENG |
T |
MFA in Creative Writing, Dramatic Writing or a Master's degree in English. |
Criminal Justice |
CRIJ |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Criminal Justice or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice. |
CJCR |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Criminal Justice, or Associate degree in Criminal Justice and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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CJLE-2420 |
C/W |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
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Culinary Arts |
CHEF |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Science or Hotel/Restaurant Management, or Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Science or Hotel/Restaurant Management and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Dance |
DANC |
T |
Master's degree in Dance, MFA with an emphasis in Dance OR a Master's degree in a related area with 18 graduate hours in Dance. |
Dental Hygiene |
DHYG |
W |
DDS or Baccalaureate degree in Dental Hygiene, or Associate degree in Dental Hygiene and 3 years non-teaching work experience. (Note: 2 year University Certificate plus general education courses equates to Associate degree) |
Developmental Mathematics |
MATD |
D |
Baccalaureate degree in Mathematics or a Baccalaureate degree with 30 hours of math at the level of Calculus or above, AND teaching experience at the secondary or college developmental level. A 3 hour graduate level developmental education course in methods of teaching or in adult learning may be accepted in lieu of prior teaching experience. |
Developmental |
DEVR |
D |
Baccalaureate or Master's Degree in |
Developmental Writing Skills |
DEVW |
D |
Baccalaureate or Master's Degree in English/Writing/English Education plus at least 3 graduate hours in Developmental Education or at least one year of secondary teaching experience. Baccalaureate or Master's Degree in a related area with at least six (6) hours of graduate writing courses plus at least 3 graduate hours of Developmental Education or at least one year of secondary teaching experience. |
Diagnostic Medical Imaging/Radiology |
CTMT |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Diagnostic Medical Imaging (Radiology), or Associate degree in Radiology and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Diagnostic Medical Imaging/Sonography |
DMSO |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Diagnostic Medical Imaging (Radiology/Sonography), or Associate degree in Radiology/Sonography, and 3 years non-teaching work experience and certification in Sonography. |
Digital Publishing/Graphic Design |
See Visual Communication |
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Drama |
DRAM |
T |
MFA or MA degree in Theatre or Drama. |
ECON |
T |
Master's degree in Economics or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Economics. |
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Electronics |
CETT |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in engineering or electronics technology, or Associate degree in electronics or equipment technology and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
SMFT |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in engineering, electronics technology, chemistry or physics, or Associate degree in Electronics and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Emergency Medical Services Tech |
EMSP |
W |
Medical doctor, or Associate degree in Emergency Medical Services and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Engineering |
ENGR |
T |
Master's degree in Engineering OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in engineering. |
Engineering Design/Graphics |
DFTG |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Associate degree in Engineering Design Graphics/Drafting and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
DFTG-1417 |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering, or Associate degree in Engineering Design Graphics/Drafting and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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DFTG-1458 (Electronics and Circuits Drafting) |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or Associate degree in Engineering Design Graphics/Drafting and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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DGTG-2430 (Civil) |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Civil Engineering , or Associate degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Design Graphics/Drafting and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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DFTG-2472 |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in G.I.S. or Geography (with G.I.S. emphasis), or Associate degree in Engineering Design Graphics/Drafting and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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English |
ENGL |
T |
Master's Degree in English, Literature, Linguistics, or Creative Writing OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in English, Linguistics, Literature, or Creative Writing. |
English-as-a-Second Language |
DESL |
D |
Baccalaureate degree in ESL, English, Linguistics, Foreign Language Education or other appropriate language arts field with 3 graduate hours in Developmental Education or secondary teaching experience. |
DESL |
T |
Master's degree in ESL OR Master's degree in Linguistics, Foreign Language Education or other appropriate language arts field, with at least 18 graduate hours in ESL. |
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Environmental Science & Tech |
ENVR |
T |
Master's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Geology or a closely related field OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Environmental Science, Biological Science, or Geology. |
EPCT |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Environmental Science Technology, Geology or related geological sciences and work experience OR a Baccalaureate degree in a related science subfield coupled with at least 3 years of work experience. |
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Physical Fitness Technology |
FITT |
W |
Master's degree in Physical Education or Exercise Science, or Baccalaureate degree and documentation of expertise as Personal Fitness Trainer. |
Financial Management |
BUSI-1307 |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Finance or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Finance. |
BNKG |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Finance, or Associate degree in Financial Management/Mortgage Banking and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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RELE-1324 |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Finance or Real Estate, or Associate degree in Financial Management/Mortgage Banking or Real Estate and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Fire Protection |
FIRT |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Fire Protection, or Associate degree in Fire Protection and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
FIRS |
W/C |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
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Foreign Language |
FREN |
T |
Master's degree in the discipline or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline. |
GEOG |
T |
Master's Degree in Geography or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Geography. |
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Geology |
GEOL |
T |
Master's Degree in Geology or Earth Science, OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Geology or other Earth Sciences. |
GEOL-1345 -1445 |
Master's Degree in Geology, Oceanography, or Marine Biology OR Master's degree and 18 hours in Geology, Maine Biology, or Oceanography. |
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Geomatics/Land Surveying |
SRVY |
W |
Associate degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Government |
GOV |
T |
Master's in Government/ Political Science OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Government/Political Science OR a related Master's degree with 18 graduate hours that are clearly Government/ Political Science, or an analysis of coursework from the degree granting institution that clearly reflects that the content in the major or the graduate course content is appropriate for teaching the assigned Government course. |
Health & Kinesiology |
KINE |
T |
Baccalaureate degree and documentation of expertise in activity course taught. |
History |
HIS |
T |
Master's degree in History or American Civilization (with cross-listed courses in History), OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in History. |
Hospitality Management |
EHKP |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel/Restaurant Management, or Hotel/Restaurant Administration, or Associate degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel/Restaurant Management, or Hotel/Restaurant Administration and 3 years non-teaching work experience. Back to Top |
Human Development |
EDUC 1300 |
T |
Master's degree in Education or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Education, OR Master's degree in Psychology, Adult Education, Special Education, Career Education, Educational Psychology, guidance and Counseling, or Social Work with experience in counseling, OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the areas (majors) above. |
HUDE-0111 |
D |
Master's degree in Education or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Education, or Master's degree in Psychology, Adult Education, Special Education, Career Education, Educational Psychology, guidance and Counseling, or Social Work with experience in counseling, OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the areas (majors) above. |
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POFT-1310 |
W |
Master's degree in Education or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Education, or Master's degree in Psychology, Adult Education, Special Education, Career Education, Educational Psychology, guidance and Counseling, or Social Work with experience in counseling, OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the areas (majors) above. |
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PSYC-1300 |
T |
Master's degree in Education or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Education, or Master's degree in Psychology, Adult Education, Special Education, Career Education, Educational Psychology, guidance and Counseling, or Social Work with experience in counseling, OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the areas (majors) above. |
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Human Services |
CMSW |
W |
Master's or Baccalaureate in Human Services area (Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or Human Services), 3 years non-teaching work experience, and appropriate license. |
RECT |
W |
Master’s or Baccalaureate degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreational Administration (emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation), 3 years non-teaching work experience, and certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. |
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SLNG |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Deaf Education, Deaf Studies, ASL, Special Education (with appropriate emphasis), or Communications (with appropriate emphasis), or Associate degree in one of the areas listed and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Humanities |
HUMA |
T |
A Master's degree in Humanities or a Master's degree with a minimum of eighteen graduate semester hours in a broad range of courses related to humanities, including the history or development of the fine, performing, and literary arts. |
International Business |
IBUS |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in International Business or International Studies, or Associate degree in International Business or International Studies and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Journalism |
COMM |
T |
Master's degree in Journalism or Mass Communication, OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Journalism or Mass Communication. |
Legal Assistant |
LGLA |
W |
JD Law Back to Top |
BUSI |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Management or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Management. |
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BMGT |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Business Administration or Management, or Associate degree in Business Administration or Management and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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BUSI-2301 |
T |
JD Law |
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Marketing |
COMM-2327 |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Marketing or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Marketing. |
MRKG |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Marketing, or Associate degree in Marketing and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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FSHN |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Fashion Merchandising or Design, Home Economics (with appropriate emphasis), or Marketing, or Associate degree in Fashion Merchandising or Design, Home Economics (with appropriate emphasis), or Marketing and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Mathematics |
MATH |
T |
Master's degree in Mathematics or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Mathematics. Any graduate level math hours should be courses (by designation and /or content) that can count toward a Master's degree in mathematics. Courses outside the MATH rubric are limited to 6 hours and require approval and supporting documentation. |
Medical Coding |
HITT-1253 |
W |
Baccalaureate in Medical Records Administration or Associate degree in Medical Coding and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
HITT-1270 |
W/C |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
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Medical Lab Technology |
MLAB |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Medical Lab Technology or Medical Lab Science, or Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Music |
MUAP |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Music or Music Ed., or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Music. |
Occupational Therapy Assistant |
OTHA |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy, or Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Office Administration |
ITSC-2331 |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Office Administration, Business, or Business/Occupational Education, or Associate degree in Office Administration and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Pharmacy Technician |
PHRA |
W/C |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
Philosophy |
PHIL |
T |
Master's Degree in Philosophy or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Philosophy. |
Photographic Technology |
PHTC |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Photography or Art (with Photography emphasis), or Associate degree in Photography and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Physical Therapist Assistant |
PHTA |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy, or Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Physics |
PHY |
T |
Master's Degree in Physics or Astronomy OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Physics or Astronomy. |
Psychology |
PSY |
T |
Master's in Psychology or Master's with 18 graduate hours in Psychology; OR Master's in Educational Psychology, or Counseling Psychology with analysis of coursework. The analysis of coursework from the degree granting institution should clarify that the content in the major or graduate course content is appropriate for teaching the assigned psychology course. |
Quality Assurance |
QCTC |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Business or Engineering with emphasis in Quality, or Associate degree in Quality Assurance and 3 years non-teaching work experience. Back to Top |
COMM-1335 |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Radio-Television-Film, or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Radio-Television-Film. |
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FLMC-1304 |
W/C |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
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Real Estate |
RELE |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Real Estate or Finance (with Real Estate emphasis), or Associate degree in Real Estate and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Religion |
PHIL-2321 |
T |
Master's degree in Religion or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in religion. |
Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology |
See Electronics |
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Sociology |
SOC |
T |
Master's in Sociology or Master's with 18 graduate hours in Sociology. |
SOCW |
T |
Master's in Social Work or Master's with 18 graduate hours in Social Work. |
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Speech |
SPCH |
T |
Master's in Speech or Communications, or Master's with 18 graduate hours in Speech/Communications. |
Surgical Technology |
SRGT |
W |
Associate degree in Surgical Technology and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Technical Communication |
BUSI-1304 |
T |
Doctoral or Master's degree in Technical Communication or English, or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Technical Communication or English. |
ETWR |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Technical Communication or English, or Associate degree in Technical Communication and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Travel & Tourism |
TRVM |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Hospitality Management or Hotel/Restaurant Management, or Associate degree in Travel & Tourism or Hospitality Management and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
Visual Communication |
ARTC |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Art or Communication Design with evidence of training in digital media, or Associate degree in Visual Communication, commercial art, computer graphics, or graphic design and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
GRPH |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Art with evidence of training in digital media, or Associate degree in Visual Communication, commercial art, computer graphics, graphic design, or Printing/Production and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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Vocational Nursing |
VNSG |
W/C |
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, or Associate degree in Nursing and 3 year’s non-teaching work experience. |
Welding Technology |
WLDG |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Metals Science (Metallurgy, Composite Science, etc.), or Associate degree in Welding Technology and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
HRGY |
W |
Baccalaureate degree (emphasis in Jewelry) or Associate degree in Art, Jewelry, or Welding Technology (emphasis in Jewelry) and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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WLDG-1405 |
W |
Baccalaureate degree in Art (Sculpture or Studio Art), or Associate degree in Art or Welding Technology (emphasis in Art Metals) and 3 years non-teaching work experience. |
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WLDG-2435 |
W/C |
Certificate Only courses-Appropriate work experience, certifications, evidence of proficiency, etc. |
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