Description of Programs

Mission Statement The mission of the technical and professional programs is to provide quality education and training that enhance the employment opportunities and increase the personal development of students.

Associate of Applied Science
Hospitality Administration - 60 credit hours

The AAS degree in Hospitality Administration will provide students with a solid knowledge base upon which to build a career in the hospitality industry. The degree includes those courses required in the hospitality certificate of proficiency and the hospitality technical certificate (30 hours), hospitality related electives (15 hours), and core general education courses (15 hours).

See the Hospitality and Technical & Professional catalog for more details.

Hospitality Administration
Technical Certificate - 30 credit hours

Graduates who complete this 30-hour credit technical certificate acquire the knowledge, skills, and technical ability appropriate for employment requiring entry-level duties and responsibilities in the hospitality administration field. This certificate includes supervised internships in local properties. Students may seek careers in the field of hotel and restaurant management, tourism, or guest services.

See the Hospitality and Technical & Professional catalog for more details.

Hospitality Administration
Certificate of Proficiency - 18 credit hours

A Certificate of Proficiency is also available for individuals seeking employment in the hospitality field. Students who complete this 18-credit hour certificate have the basic skills to work in the hotel/motel and restaurant industry.

See the Hospitality and Technical & Professional catalog for more details.

Technical Certificates

The Technical Certificate is awarded after successful completion of combined classroom and laboratory work. Successful completion of the certificate requirements provides a minimum degree of competency in the field of choice. This certificate program is designed for entry level technicians.

New!! Placement requirements for unconditional entry in to the Certificate Program:

1. A minimum score of 48 on the Pre-Algebra section of the COMPASS test:
   • Students falling below 48 will be required to enroll in TECM 1103 Technical Math.
2. Students falling below 52 on the reading section of the COMPASS will be required to complete Reading Practice and Review in Adult Education.