Associate in Science 3. Associate in Music Students who plan to transfer to liberal arts and science colleges or universities and who wish to pursue a sequence of courses leading to a degree in such areas as humanities, mathematics, science, social science, education, business administration, engineering, music, law and many others should follow the prescribed curriculums found in the transfer section of this catalog. Students should consult a faculty advisor or counselor at least once a year to ensure that the entrance requirements of the institution to which they intend to transfer have not changed. To earn an Associate in Nursing degree, students must earn 30 credit hours in liberal arts courses and 36 credit hours in specific nursing courses. After receiving the degree, students are eligible to become registered nurses.
Some graduates transfer to four-year institutions.
For students wishing to pursue two years of occupationally- oriented study beyond high school in the business, health, hospitality education, criminal justice, computer and technology areas, the AAAS degree is an option. Students are encouraged to follow the specific curriculum found in the occupational section of this catalog. Students are also encouraged to check with a counselor or faculty advisor regarding their progress. Associate in Business Students who desire a specialization in the field of business are encouraged to follow one of the specific curricula outlined in the curriculum planning section of this catalog. This degree will be awarded to those students who successfully fulfill all the requirements in their chosen area.