The certificate of achievement curriculum in manufacturing technology computer numerical control machine set up and operation is designed to prepare the student for entry or advancement in the CNC Milling Machine Operator Specialty of manufacturing technology.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Students will set up and operate a CNC Mill to industrial standards.

The certificate of achievement curriculum in manufacturing technology computer numerical control machine set up and operation is designed to prepare the student for entry or advancement in the CNC Machine Operator Specialty of manufacturing technology.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Students will set up and operate CNC Machines to industrial standards.

The certificate of achievement curriculum in manufacturing technology, computer numerical control machine set up and operation is designed to prepare the student for entry or advancement in the CNC Machining Industry.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Students will set up and operate a CNC Lathe to industrial standards.

The Certificate of Achievement in Biotechnology Lab Assistant is designed for students who wish to obtain the skills required to gain employment in industries influenced by biotechnology as well as for incumbent workers seeking career opportunities. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be eligible to obtain employment as laboratory assistants.

The Certificate of Proficiency in Biotechnology Fundamentals is designed for students who wish to explore the field of biotechnology and obtain the basic skills required to gain employment in industries influenced by biotechnology as well as for students interested in pursuing laboratory work at the university level. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be eligible to obtain employment as entry-level laboratory assistants.

The Certificate of Achievement in Biotechnology Biomanufacturing Technician is designed for students who wish to obtain the skills required to gain employment in industries influenced by biotechnology as well as for incumbent workers seeking career opportunities. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be eligible to obtain employment as laboratory assistants or biomanufacturing technicians.

The Certificate of Achievement in Bilingual Instructional Aide is designed to prepare a student for an entry-level position requiring bilingual ability, practical skills, and knowledge to work with teachers to support students/individuals in K-12 or adult education settings. This certificate program supports the requirements of federal legislation for Title I schools that all paraprofessionals/instructional aides be "highly qualified." In addition, the courses introduce the student to career opportunities such as Bilingual Teacher and in other educational settings requiring bilingual abilities.

The Behavior Technician Program prepares individuals for a certification exam and frontline work in the field of applied behavior analysis. This is an entry-level program designed to meet training national requirements for certification as a behavior technician. Classes in this certificate will cover defining behavior, teaching methodologies based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), prompting, generalization and maintenance, data collection for skill acquisition, Functional Behavior Assessment, Antecedent and Consequence Interventions, measurement, community and social skills, ethics and professionalism. Students who complete the program will learn the skills required to sit for any of the three nationally accredited behavior technician exams, such as Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT), Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT), and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

The Certificate of Completion in Basic Employment Skills is designed  to provide strategies to reinforce and maintain money handling, reading, and writing skills necessary for entry-level employment.

The Drone Technology Certificate program provides training in using drones legally and safely for commercial and recreational use. Topics include types of drones, taking and editing photos and videos, live stream video for social media, FAA regulations, Part 107 remote pilot license and exam information, drone registration, preflight, and problem-solving flight situations. Learn about the many careers and industries using drones(public safety, investigations, construction, engineering, inspections, real estate, marketing, media, delivery, insurance). This program prepares students for the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exams for Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects to earn industry-recognized certifications.

Increase in Demand for Drone Skills

The use of drones is an expanding area of growth in many different careers and industries including agriculture, cinematography, construction, engineering, inspections, insurance, mapping, manufacturing, media, photography, public safety, real estate, sports, surveying, utilities, and many more.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Understand the difference between using drones for commercial and recreational purposes.
✓ Understand Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations for commercial and recreational drone usage including drone registration.
✓ Understand how to fly a drone safely and legally based on federal, state, and local regulations.
✓ Understand how different careers and industries use drones.
✓ Demonstrate proficiency in using drones to take photos, record videos, and live stream video.
✓ Demonstrate proficiency in using Adobe applications to edit photos and videos taken by drones.