These are skills that are in such short demand, he said. They asked for applicants to have an AA degree or equivalent experience for this position. Having the degree, I believe, ensured that my application would be given consideration, he explained. I also think the AAS and the AA degrees prepared me well for this job. Not only did I have the technical education I needed, I also had a good, overall education from the AA degree that makes for a well-rounded employee.
Students don t have to stop with an AAS, however.
Wilson said SMSU-WP is currently working with SMSU in Springfield to provide a seamless pattern of courses that will lead students into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Technology degree offered through the Springfield campus. This degree will give graduates even more job opportunities and avenues for career advancement, he said. Even so, Wilson said he is pleased to hear of success stories such as Miller s. When students take our classes then go out and have successful careers in technical positions, that is one of the best quality measurements of the educational preparation our programs provide. It s very exciting to see, he said.