Your program may require a minimum number of general elective credits. Some programs are designed to allow you to select an area of concentration. These areas of concentration are called options. The credits listed under options are part of the total credits required to graduate. Most of these programs provide intensive training in a specialized field.
Some programs are available as a diploma option.
Credit values of diploma offerings do vary. Credits earned in the diploma programs may be used toward earning an Associate Degree in the same program. Certificate programs improve your chances for early employment and allow you to return as a part-time student in order to complete the degree requirements for job advancement. In addition, the College provides a number of certificates of attendance. These vary from campus to campus and recognize that you have focused your studies in a related area of interest while completing your degree or certificate.