Academic Degree Programs
Goals and Objectives
06/12/13
Certificates of Proficiency
Administrative Office Management / Word Processing
A. Program Goals
The Administrative Office Management/Word Processing Certificate of Proficiency
program prepares students for employment in office occupations using word
processing technology and provides opportunities for those currently working to
update their skills.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Increase their confidence and visibility as administrators who can perform tasks.
Build confidence in performing basic budgeting and financial analysis.
Acquire effective communication and presentation skills to reduce conflict and
produce results.
Increase their understanding of management styles, theories, and organizational
systems.
Develop creative thinking and problem solving skills.
Criminal Justice
A. Program Goals
The Criminal Justice Certificate of Proficiency program introduces students to
essential facets of the criminal justice system.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Build essential knowledge pertaining to domestic violence, cyber crime,
criminal forensics, and organized crime.
Gain a foundation in American criminal justice.
Gain insight into a variety of positions related to criminal justice, including
corrections, policing, and homeland security.
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Exercise Science
A. Program Goals
The Exercise Science Certificate of Proficiency program prepares students for entry
level positions in the field of personal conditioning and wellness.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Identify critical elements of the bones and muscles involved in human
movement.
Describe concepts related to exercise testing, including aerobic testing and body
composition analysis.
Apply anatomical and physiological concepts to health and fitness.
Fire Science
A. Program Goals
The Fire Science Certificate of Proficiency program prepares students for work of
fire fighters, code enforcement officers, and insurance investigators and provides
opportunities for volunteer and paid members of the fire service to upgrade their
skills.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Demonstrate skill in using fire-fighting strategies and tactics.
Demonstrate skill in using fire-fighting equipment.
Discuss the principles of fire science hydraulics.
Compare the relative effectiveness of various extinguishing agents.
Explain the chemical and physical nature of fire and hazardous materials,
including symbols representing these materials.
Conduct a fire scene investigation with an understanding of construction
principles and fire code violations.
Describe fire department organization, management, and dynamics among coworkers.
Information Technology
A. Program Goals
The Information Technology Certificate of Proficiency program helps students
become computer literate and prepares them for advancement in the workplace.
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B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Acquire a strong background in programming skills in information technology.
Understand concepts and issues pertaining to systems and database design.
Gain an introductory knowledge of a modern computer programming language.
Gain a working knowledge of one modern database management system.
Prepare to enter an associate degree program in Computer Science/Information
Technology.
Nutrition
A. Program Goals
The Nutrition Certificate of Proficiency program introduces students to information
about nutrition, wellness, and disease prevention through proper eating behaviors.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Explore meal plan analysis.
Learn appropriate behavioral modifications and dietary approaches for different
ages and populations.
Understand vitamin supplementation and weight management.
Gain a foundation for wellness nutrition based on current scientific research.
Reinforce positive food habits and behaviors.
Identify common myths and fallacies concerning diet.
Paralegal Studies
A. Program Goals
The Paralegal Studies Certificate of Proficiency program prepares students for entry
level positions as legal assistants and provides opportunities for employed legal
assistants to upgrade their skills.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Gain a broad knowledge of legal studies.
Learn the skills needed to work effectively and efficiently with attorneys,
clients, and the public.
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Understand and value the important concepts of legal ethics, confidentiality, and
professional responsibility.
Personal Training
A. Program Goals
The Personal Training Certificate of Proficiency program are prepares students for
employment in the fitness industry.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Understand the process of conducting a detailed health and fitness assessment.
Gain information about nutrition, client testing and assessment, functional
anatomy, and exercise programming.
Identify the business fundamentals of administration, marketing, and
management in personal training.
Learn how to implement a medically based fitness model.
Prepare to take personal training certification exams.
Physical Therapy Aide
A. Program Goals
The Physical Therapy Aide Certificate of Proficiency program prepares students for
employment in the field of Physical Therapy.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Identify the responsibilities of a physical therapy aide.
Develop a working knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.
Obtain a foundation in patient care skills and infection control.
Cite legal and ethical regulations that affect healthcare providers.
Small Business Management
A. Program Goals
The Small Business Management Certificate of Proficiency program prepares
students for ownership and operation of a small enterprise.
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B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Gain an understanding of fundamental principles associated with owning and
operating a start-up or established business.
Understand and use financial and accounting terms.
Gain an understanding of legal requirements pertaining to running a business
Sports Management
A. Program Goals
The Sports Management Certificate of Proficiency program provides students with
the skills needed for entry level employment in the field.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Gain an overview of the business, management, and marketing encountered by
sports professionals.
Gain a broad understanding of the scope of the sports industry and career
opportunities available in the industry.
Visual Communications
A. Program Goals
The Visual Communications Certificate of Proficiency program provides students
with skills for entry level employment in the field.
B. Program Objectives
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Learn to use graphic design and technology tools to create visual
communications.
Create various media for websites, advertising, business presentations,
instructional materials, animated movies, and electronic publications.
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