Degrees & Certificates
Programs of Study
Oklahoma City Community College offers two types of associate degree programs: transfer
and technical/occupational. In addition, a number of certificates of mastery are offered
in technical and occupational fields of study.
Associate in Applied Science Graduate
- Educational Guarantee
- Technical Education Guarantee
If an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) graduate is judged by the initial employer
to be lacking in either academic or technical job skills identified as exit competencies
by Oklahoma City Community College for the specific degree program, the graduate will
be provided up to nine credit hours of additional education at and by Oklahoma City
Community College.
Special conditions that apply to the guarantee are as follows:
- The graduate must have earned the A.A.S. degree from Oklahoma City Community College
after Fall 1995 in a technical program identified in the current College catalog. - The graduate must have completed the A.A.S. degree from Oklahoma City Community College
with a majority of the credits for the degree being earned at Oklahoma City Community
College. The graduate must have completed the degree within a four-year time span
from the date the first coursework applicable to the degree earned was completed through
the date degree requirements were completed. - The graduate must be employed full-time in an area directly related to the program
of concentration as certified by Oklahoma City Community College. - Employment must commence within twelve months of graduation.
- The employer must identify deficiencies and certify in writing, within 90 days of
the graduate’s initial employment, that the employee is lacking specific entry-level
skills guaranteed by Oklahoma City Community College as part of the degree program. - The employer, graduate, dean, and the appropriate faculty will develop a written educational
development plan for the needed education. - Education provided will be limited to nine credit hours related to the identified
skill deficiency and to those classes regularly scheduled during the period covered
by the educational plan. - All education must be completed within three semesters from the time the educational
plan is agreed upon. - The graduate and/or employer is responsible for the cost of books, insurance, uniforms,
fees, room and board, tools, and other course-related expenses other than the enrollment
fee. - The guarantee does not imply that the graduate will pass any licensing or qualifying
examination for a particular career. - Oklahoma City Community College’s sole responsibility for skill deficiencies shall
be limited to nine credit hours of education under the conditions described above. - The guarantee process can be initiated by written notification from the employer
to Oklahoma City Community College, Vice President for Academic Affairs, 7777 South
May Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73159.
Certificates of Mastery
Frequently, students want to complete a specified curriculum pattern of fewer than
60 credit hours which will allow them to meet the certification requirements of various
state agencies or other external certifying groups. As a result, certificate programs
are offered in a number of career areas. To begin a certificate program, students
should first contact the Office of Student Success Advising.
Certificate Curriculum Patterns:
Automotive Technology
Business
-Bilingual Banking and Finance
-Vehicle Service Advisor
Child Development
Clinical Research Coordinator
Computer Science
-Computer Networking Support
-Computer Systems Support
-Cyber/Information Security
-Web Design
-Web Development
Computer-Aided Technology
-Computer-Aided Design
-Unmmaned Aerial Systems
Digital Cinema Production
Digital Media Design
-Graphic Design
-Photography/Digital Imaging
Emergency Medical Sciences
-Advanced Emergency Technician
-Emergency Medical Technician (Basic EMT)
-Paramedic
Modern Languages
-Spanish Emphasis
Writing and Workplace Communications
Technical/Occupational Programs
A technical/occupational program is designed to prepare a student to enter the world
of work after successfully completing the curriculum. After fulfilling the degree
requirements, the student is awarded an Associate in Applied Science.
Technical/Occupational Curriculum Patterns
Anesthesia Technology
Automotive Technology
-Automotive Technology Internship Program
-GM Automotive Service Educational Program+
Business
-Accounting/Finance Support Specialist
-Business Management
-General Business
-Vehicle Service Management
Child Development
-Administrator Option
Clinical Research Coordinator
Computer Science
-Computer Programming
-Computer Systems Support
-Cyber/Information Security
-Web Design and Development
Computer-Aided Technology
-Computer Aided Design
-Geographic Information System
-Unmanned Vehicle System
Digital Cinema Production
Digital Media Design
-Graphic Design
-Photography/Digital Imaging
Emergency Medical Sciences +
Engineering Technology*
Medical Assistant*+
Nursing+
Occupational Therapy Assistant+
Physical Therapist Assistant+
Respiratory Care Therapist*+
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant+
Surgical Technology*+
+ Special Admissions Procedures Required.
* Programs with Prior Learning Assessment.
University Parallel/Transfer Programs
Oklahoma City Community College offers a broad range of transfer programs for students
planning to continue on at a four-year college or university. Students may enroll
in freshman and sophomore courses which lead to a baccalaureate degree in practically
any field of study. Upon completion of specified degree requirements, the student
is awarded an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science. These degrees require the
completion of a minimum of 60 semester credit hours. Of the 60 semester credit hours,
a minimum of 37 must satisfy the general education core requirements (see Degree Requirements).
The remaining approved courses will be related to the student’s major or courses which
directly support that major.
Policy Statement on Undergraduate Degree Requirements and Articulation
In accordance with the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Policy Statement
on Undergraduate Degree Requirements and Articulation, a student who completes an
Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science degree at Oklahoma City Community College
“may transfer into a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree program at any
senior institution of the State System and be assured of completing his or her program
in sequential fashion.”
The Policy Statement on Undergraduate Degree Requirements and Articulation assures
that the general education core (37 credit hours) of the Associate in Arts or Associate
in Science degree at Oklahoma City Community College will apply directly toward the
lower division general education requirements at any state university in Oklahoma.
In addition, students are advised to secure the official catalog of the university
to which they plan to transfer. Each university’s official catalog provides pertinent
information about admission policies and academic programs. That information is essential
to the student’s successful transfer to that university. Students should also consult
a faculty advisor in their major at Oklahoma City Community College. With approval,
the associate degree program may be modified to meet a student’s needs depending on
the intended transfer college or university.
Students are encouraged to visit the “Transfer Center” on the Oklahoma State Regents
for Higher Education web site at www.okhighered.org/transfer-students/ This site will assist a student in determining which course or courses will transfer
to another Oklahoma college or university.
Transfer guides showing course-by-course articulation between Oklahoma City Community
College and a number of state universities are available in the Office of Student
Success Advising. By using the appropriate transfer guide, the student can be assured
that courses in the student’s major will transfer directly toward the bachelor’s degree.
Articulated transfer agreements between Oklahoma City Community College and four-year
institutions are available at the following link: http://www.occc.edu/ca/articulation.html
Oklahoma City Community College has established specific curriculum patterns for transfer
programs leading to the Associate in Arts (A.A.) or Associate in Science (A.S.) degrees.
The curriculum patterns listed below are presented in the next section of the Catalog.
University Parallel/Transfer Curriculum Patterns
Agriculture, (A.S.)*
Art, Visual Arts, (A.A.)
Biology, (A.S.)
-Biology, (A.S.)
-Pre-Baccalaureate Nursing, (A.S.)
-Pre-Allied Health, (A.S.)
Business, (A.S.)
-General, (A.S.)
Chemistry, (A.S.)
-Chemistry, (A.S.)
-Pre-Dentistry, (A.S.)
-Pre-Medicine, (A.S.)
-Pre-Pharmacy, (A.S.)
Child Development, (A.A.)
Community/Public Health (A.S)
Computer Science, (A.S.)
-Management Information Systems, (A.S.)
-Software Development, (A.S.)
-Computer Science, (A.S.)
Digital Cinema Production, (A.A.)
Diversified Studies, (A.A.)
Diversified Studies, (A.S.)
Pre-Education, (A.S.)
Engineering, (A.S.)
Enterprise Development, (A.A.) or (A.S.)
History, (A.A.)
Humanities, (A.A.)
Journalism & Broadcasting, (A.A.)
-Broadcasting, (A.A.)
-Journalism, (A.A.)
-Public Relations, (A.A.)
Liberal Studies, (A.A.)
Mathematics, (A.S.)
Music, (A.A.)
Modern Languages (A.A.)
-French, (A.A.)
-Spanish, (A.A.)
Physics, (A.S.)
Political Science/Pre-Law, (A.A.)
Psychology, (A.A.)
Sociology, (A.A.)
Speech and Theatre, (A.A.)
-Speech option, (A.A.)
-Theatre option, (A.A.)
*Offered by cooperative agreement with Redlands Community College and conferred by
Redlands Community College.
NOTE: Students interested in a field of study not listed may pursue an Associate in
Arts or Associate in Science degree in Diversified Studies which may be tailored to
the student’s desired field of study and to the university to which the student plans
to transfer.
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