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[ NVCC Home Page | Catalog Search | Table of Contents | Instructional Programs | Previous Page | Next Page ] NVCC also offers programs designed to meet the increasing demand for technicians, clerical workers, para-professionals, service providers, and persons skilled in crafts. These programs, which normally require two years or less of training beyond high school, may include preparation for business, engineering, government, health and medical, industrial, service, and other technical and occupational fields. The programs provide the technical skills necessary for employment and career advancement within a particular area of study. The Associate in Applied Arts (A.A.A.) and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) are awarded for completion of two-year occupation related programs. Although not designed to transfer into traditional four-year degrees, they may be accepted at some senior colleges and universities. This varies by institution. If the student’s primary goal is to transfer, the transfer institution’s requirements must be carefully explored prior to enrolling in these career programs. Many of the Applied Associate degrees can be transferred into non-traditional degree programs such as George Mason University’s Bachelor of Individualized Study (BIS) and/or the University of Maryland’s University College specializations. Check with an NVCC counselor or faculty advisor for more information on transfer opportunities for Applied Associate degrees. The Certificate (C.) is awarded for completion of a program less than two years in length, generally two or three semesters. Most certificates are part of an applied associate degree and the credits earned for the certificate may be used toward the degree. The Career Studies Certificate (C.S.C.) is awarded for a short-term training program in a specific field. Credit earned in a Career Studies Certificate program may be used to meet the requirements in other certificates and applied degrees which require similar courses. Northern Virginia Community College offers the following career programs:
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