WORKFORCE AND CAREER STUDIES Workforce and Career Studies (A.A.) The Associate of Arts in Workforce and Career Studies is an opportunity for those who desire academic growth and workforce advancement. Students will improve their written communication skills, oral presentation skills and computer skills, all while exploring coursework relevant to a career interest. Applicants whose first language is not English must pass a language proficiency exam prior to admission. Students holding an F-1 visa are not eligible for this program. Student Learning Outcomes: 1. Students will be able to communicate effectively in oral and written forms. 2. Students will be able to give effective professional presentations. 3. Students will develop and apply technical skills using a range of digital tools. 4. Students will demonstrate requisite computer skills necessary for employment in professional settings. 5. Students will acquire knowledge and understanding of a career area through course selection in the Career-Path segment of the program.
Major Core Requirements (27 s.h.) Complete the following courses. ❏ ENG250 Professional and Technical Writing 3 ❏ MED204 Introduction to Media and Visual Arts 3 ❏ ART329 Web Design or 3 Approved Digital/Computer Course Elective Complete an additional 18 s.h. of Career Path Courses (200-level or higher): Upon entering the program, the advisor and student will develop a two-year plan that involves consultation with relevant areas of the campus, depending on each student's aspirations and needs. ❏ _______________________________________ ❏ _______________________________________ ❏ _______________________________________ ❏ _______________________________________ ❏ _______________________________________ ❏ _______________________________________
6. Students will deepen their understanding of U.S. cultural dynamics relevant to effective functioning in the professional work environment. Professional Applications: This program is designed to allow students the flexibility to apply what they have learned in professional career opportunities or in more advanced study. Requirements: As part of the regular University AA degree requirements, students must complete a minimum of 60 credits including the Foundation courses, the Liberal Arts Core requirements and Major requirements listed below. Foundation Courses (6 s.h.) ❏ SDV150 Writing for Diverse Learners (recommended to be taken prior to LAR111) ❏ SDV151 Oral Communication Development (recommended to be taken prior to LAR100)
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Liberal Arts Core Requirements (27-28 s.h.) ❏ LAR100 Fundamentals of Communication 3 ❏ LAR111 Writing and Intellectual Traditions I 3 ❏ COM104 Computer Solutions or 2 COM205 Introduction to Computer Science I 3 ❏ PSY201 General Psychology 3 ❏ SOC201 Fundamentals of Sociology 3 ❏ THE140 Introduction to the Bible 3 Complete an additional 9 s.h. of Liberal Arts Core required courses to be chosen from three distinct categories: (See Liberal Arts core on page 40-41 for course options) ❏ _______________________________________ ❏ _______________________________________ ❏ _______________________________________
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