General Program & Information Guide 2024

GENERAL PROGRAM & INFORMATION GUIDE

LIST OF PROGRAMS 1. Automotive Technology

11. Cosmetology

2. Diesel Technology

12. Real Estate

3. Industrial Technology

13. Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN)

4. HVAC-R

14. Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)

5. Welding

15. Respiratory Therapy

6. Criminal Justice

16. Surgical Technology

7. Fire Academy

17. Pharmacy

8. Fire Technology

18. Certified Nurses Aide

9. Child Development / Early Childhood

19. Phlebotomy

10. Management

20. Certified Medication Aide

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AUTOMOTIVE & MECHANICAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY LEVEL II CERTIFICATE AUTOMOTIVE PERFORMANCE LEVEL I CERTIFICATE AUTOMOTIVE DRIVABILITY LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

4 SEMESTERS 4 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Identify problems, often by using computerized diagnostic equipment • Perform basic care and maintenance, including changing oil and rotating tires.

• Troubleshooting skills, basic automotive knowledge, and customer service skills are important qualities that would benefit an Auto Tech.

Abilene Campus

CONTACT INFO: AUTOMOTIVE@CISCO.EDU

DIESEL TECHNOLOGY

DIESEL TECHNOLOGY LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

2 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Perform diagnostic tests on diesel vehicles to find faults.

• Analyze test results and repair or replace engines, steering, transmission, breaking, or lighting system componets.

• Problem solving, attention to detail, and customer service skills are important qualities for diesel mechanics.

CONTACT INFO: DIESEL@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

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PROGRAM NAME INDUSTRIAL & MAINTENANCE Program Text

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY LEVEL II CERTIFICATE INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

4 SEMESTERS 4 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service.

• Detect problems by performing diagnostic tests.

• Adjust and calibrate equipment.

• Industrial designers develop the concepts for manufactured products.

Abilene Campus

CONTACT INFO: INDUSTRIAL@CISCO.EDU

HVAC-R HVAC-R LEVEL II CERTIFICATE HVAC-R LEVEL I CERTIFICATE HVAC-R MARKETABLE SKILLS -

3 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 1 SEMESTER

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Install, clean, and maintain HVAC-R systems.

• Repair or replace worn or defective parts.

• Mechanical, troubleshooting, time-management, math & customer service skills are important qualities for an HVAC-R technician.

CONTACT INFO: HVAC@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

PROGRAM NAME INDUSTRIAL & MAINTENANCE WELDING TECHNOLOGY WELDING LEVEL II CERTIFICATE ADVANCED WELDING LEVEL I CERTIFICATE WELDING LEVEL I CERTIFICATE BASIC WELDER MARKETABLE SKILLS -

4 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 1 SEMESTER

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Use intense heat to join pieces of metal together. Maintain equipment and machinery.

• Study blueprints, sketches, or specifications, then calculate the dimensions of parts to be welded.

• Manual dexterity, spatial-orientation skills, and technical skills are important qualities for a welder.

CONTACT INFO: RICK MARKS - WELDING@CISCO.EDU

Both Campuses

PUBLIC SERVICES CRIMINAL JUSTICE

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEVEL II CERTIFICATE CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

4 SEMESTERS 3 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Must have clean criminal record with no Family Violence convictions.

• No dishonorable or “less than dishonorable” discharge from military service.

• Be prepared for extensive physical and academic training at the Academy.

• Important qualities include strong moral character, communication & interpersonal skills, crital thinking, physical stamina & strength, and compassion & empathy

Abilene Campus

CONTACT INFO: CRIMINALJUSTICE@CISCO.EDU

FIRE ACADEMY / BASIC FIREFIGHTER BASIC FIREFIGHTER LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

3 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Search for fire hazards.

• Test fire alarms, sprinklers, and other fire protection equipment.

• Ensure that buildings comply with fire codes.

• Collect and analyze evidence from scenes of fires and explosions.

• Reconstruct the scene of a fire or arson. Determine the origin and cause of a fire.

CONTACT INFO: FIREACADEMY@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

PUBLIC SERVICES FIRE TECHNOLOGY

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE FIRE TECHNOLOGY LEVEL II CERTIFICATE FIRE TECHNOLOGY LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

4 SEMESTERS 3 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Put out fires using water hoses, fire extinguishers, and water pumps.

• Find and rescue victims in burning buildings or other emergency situations.

• While on call at a station, regular equipment inspection & practice drills are expected.

• Willingness to enter dangerous situations.

• Physical strength & stamina, courage, and quick decision-making & communication skills are important qualities for a Firefighter.

CONTACT INFO: FIRETECH@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT & EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE -

4 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS Early Childhood Educators • Birth through 8 years old.

• Must be energetic, reliable, & positive.

• Must be able to create energetic learning enviroments.

• Must have an understanding of children’s cognitive & physical development.

Abilene Campus

* COURSE CREDIT GIVEN FOR VALID CDA CREDENTIAL. * THIS PROGRAM CONTAINS REQUIRED ONLINE COMPONENTS.

CONTACT INFO: CHILDDEVELOPMENT@CISCO.EDU

MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE MANAGEMENT LEVEL II CERTIFICATE MANAGEMENT LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

4 SEMESTERS 3 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Critical thinking, problem solving, communication skills, & an understanding of technical management along with the ability to apply management concepts to the real world.

• Potential careers include Financial Management, Human Resources, Property & Real Estate, and sales among many other. * THIS PROGRAM CONTAINS REQUIRED ONLINE COMPONENTS.

CONTACT INFO: BUSINESS@CISCO.EDU

Remote / Onine

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL COSMETOLOGY

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE OPERATOR LEVEL I CERTIFICATE INSTRUCTOR LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

4 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 1 SEMESTER

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Must have attention to detail, good social skills, and be oraganized.

• Must have an in-depth knowledge of hair styles, hair types, hair products, skin care, and makeup & beauty products.

• A job as a cosmetologist may require front-desk duties such as greeting customers, scheduling appointments, and operating a cash register.

Cisco Campus

CONTACT INFO: COSMETOLOGY@CISCO.EDU

REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON SALES PERSON LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

1 SEMESTER

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Advise clients on prices, mortgages, market conditions, and related information.

• promote properties through advertisements, open houses, and listing services.

• Take prospective buyers or renters to see properties.

• prepare documents such as contracts & purchase agreements • Business, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills are important qualities for a Real Estate Salesperson.

CONTACT INFO: REALESTATE@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

HEALTH SCIENCES VOCATIONAL NURSING VOCATIONAL NURSING CERTIFICATE -

3 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Monitor patients’ health.

• Administer basic patient care, like changing bandages and inserting catheters.

• Provide for the basic comfort of patients, such as helping them bathe or dress.

• Report patients’ status and keep records on patients’ health. * APPLICATIONS DUE IN JUNE FOR AUGUST START, OCTOBER FOR JANUARY START, AND FEBRUARY FOR MAY START.

Abilene Campus * VN graduates are guaranteed acceptance into the Cisco College ADN Program.

CONTACT INFO: NURSING@CISCO.EDU

ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE -

3 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Assess patients’ conditions and record medical histories and symptoms.

• Administer patients’ medications and treatments.

• Operate and monitor medical equipment.

• Consult and collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals.

• Help perform diagnostic tests and analyze the results.

• Compassion, good communication, organization, critical thinking, and physical stamina are necessary skills. * APPLICATIONS DUE IN MAY FOR AUGUST START.

CONTACT INFO: NURSING@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

* ADN graduates are guaranteed acceptance into the Texas Tech Health Science Center BSN program.

HEALTH SCIENCES RESPIRATORY CARE

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE -

6 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Compassion, provide emotional support to patients and sympathetic to their needs.

• Detail-oriented, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving.

• Effective and professional communication with the Health Care Team.

• Respiratory Therapists work in all areas of the hospital: Emergency Room, Critical Care, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Geriatrics, and Pediatrics.

Abilene Campus

* APPLICATIONS DUE IN JUNE FOR AUGUST START.

CONTACT INFO: RESPIRATORY@CISCO.EDU

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE -

4 SEMESTERS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Organization, punctuality, flexibility, communication, and strong sense of ethics.

• Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, sterilization techniques, equipment, etc.

• Prepare operating rooms for surgery.

• Certification is mandatory in the state of Texas.

• Assist surgeons by passing instruments and maintaining sterility. * APPLICATIONS DUE IN MAY FOR AUGUST START.

CONTACT INFO: SURGICALTECH@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

HEALTH SCIENCES PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE PHARMACY TECHNICIAN LEVEL I CERTIFICATE -

18 TO 24 MONTHS 9 TO 12 MONTHS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Responsible for processing and handling medication and medication orders.

• Patient care skills, quality and safety knowledge.

• Personal, interpersonal, and professional knowledge skills.

• Regulatory and compliance knowledge and skills.

• Assisting with vaccinations. * PROGRAM START DATES IN THE SUMMER, FALL, OR SPRING.

CONTACT INFO: PHARMACY@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

WORKFORCE HEALTH SCIENCES CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE NURSE AIDE CERTIFICATION -

5 WEEKS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Assist clients in their daily personal tasks, such as bathing or dressing.

• Help with simple prescribed exercises and with giving medications.

• Prepare meals to meet a client’s dietary specifications.

• Keep clients engaged in their social networks and communities.

• Integrity, compassion, good communication, and physical stamina are necessary skills.

Abilene Campus

CONTACT INFO: WORKFORCE@CISCO.EDU

PHLEBOTOMY NATIONAL PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATE -

8 WEEKS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Draw blood for tests, transfusions, research, or blood donations.

• Label the drawn blood for testing or processing.

• Often stand for long periods and must be careful when handling blood, needles, and other medical supplies.

• Compassion and dexterity are important qualities for a Phlebotomist.

CONTACT INFO: WORKFORCE@CISCO.EDU

Abilene Campus

WORKFORCE HEALTH SCIENCES CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE MEDICATION AIDE CERTIFICATION

8 WEEKS

JOB SKILLS / FUNCTIONS • Responsible for processing and handling medication and medication orders.

• Patient care skills, quality and safety knowledge.

• Personal, interpersonal, and professional knowledge skills.

• Regulatory and compliance knowledge and skills.

• Assisting with vaccinations.

CONTACT INFO: WORKFORCE@CISCO.EDU

ACADEMICS CISCO COLLEGE AWARDS FOUR ASSOCIATE DEGREES AS EVIDENCE OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT. Associate of Arts (A.A.) Associate of Science (A.S.) Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS

60 HOURS 60 HOURS 60 HOURS 60 HOURS

CORE CURRICULUM The core curriculum is a 42-hour block of general education courses that makes up “the basics” of a 2-year degree or the lower-level course work of a baccalaureate degree. Use the core curriculum plan to keep track of your progress towards becoming core complete. A course may only fulfill 1 core requirement. Any public college or university in Texas must accept in transfer the full 42-hours in place of the core curriculum of that college or university for any student who successfully completes the full 42-hours.

The core curriculum plan can be found on the Degrees & Programs page on the Cisco College website.

Visit the Degrees & Programs webpage for more information.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP Cisco College offers the $2,000 Achievement Scholarship to graduating seniors of high schools that are Dual Credit partners with Cisco College.

The purpose of the scholarship is to reward high school graduates for achieving this milestone, and give them an incentive to begin their post-secondary education.

REQUIREMENTS • The student must be enrolled full-time at Cisco College.

• The student must maintain a 2.0 GPA to Qualify.

• Ask your high school counselor for more information about the scholarship.

* MORE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES CAN BE FOUND AT CISCO.EDU.

Scan for more information about the Achievement Scholarship.

DUAL CREDIT Dual credit allows high school and homeschool students to get college credit while in high school and at a discounted tuition rate. Students can earn credit hours to earn Cisco College core curriculum, earn an associate degree for transfer to a university, or work to earn a certificate in a high-demand technical or health care career field. Dual credit gets the student a head start on a degree and saves students and families significant money in college tuition.

STEPS TO ENROLL IN DUAL CREDIT AT CISCO COLLEGE: • Apply online for enrollment at Cisco College.

• Access Campus Connect on the Cisco College website.

Student ID - Social Security Number(123456789), PIN - Date of Birth (mmddyyyy)

• Your Cisco College ID Number is in parentheses next to your name.

• Scroll down on the Cisco College Dual Credit page to find your school’s name and complete the Dual Credit Course Request.

• Send high school transcript to dual credit office.

• Send proof of current meningitis immunization if taking in-person courses on the Cisco College campus.

• Access Canvas from the Cisco College website.

Cisco College Gmail - firstname.lastnamelastfournumbersofCiscoID@students.cisco.edu Password - Cisco College ID with no dashes (123456789)

• After Graduation, apply for a reverse transfer to earn an Associate Degree.

Visit the Dual Credit webpage for more information.

ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST Interested in coming to Cisco College? Whether you’re looking to earn an Associate’s Degree, complete the basics for transfer to a 4-year institution, earn college credit while in high school, or just enhance your education, Cisco College has a place for you.

FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO ENROLL: Complete an application.

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students under the age of 22 must submit proof of bacterial meningitis vaccination. More details at cisco.edu/admissions.

Submit an official high school transcript or GED scores. More details at cisco.edu/admissions.

See a counselor about testing.

Select classes from the course schedule.

Register online when eligible.

Make payment by the deadline.

Steps to transfer and contact info found on the Admissions webpage.

FINANCIAL AID CHECKLIST Cisco College has a comprehensive program of grants, work programs, loan programs, and scholarships to assist eligible students with the cost of their education. Each financial aid program which the college administers has terms and conditions to insure that the aid is awarded to those that qualify.

FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO SECURE FINANCIAL AID: Submit a FAFSA application at studentaid.gov.

(Cisco College School Code: 003553) Check your email for notifications from Financial Aid. Check your Campus Connect account frequently, and submit all required items.

Resolve any holds on your account.

Allow two to three weeks for processing once all documents are received.

Visit the Financial Aid webpage for more information and contact info.

THE MISSION OF CISCO COLLEGE IS TO PROVIDE QUALITY, AFFORDABLE, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO MEET THE DIVERSE ACADEMIC, TECHNICAL AND CAREER NEEDS OF THE STUDENTS AND COMMUNITIES WE SERVE.