Liberal Arts, General Studies Pathways Booklet

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allace State Community College is

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of excellence, comprehensive educational

University Center on campus allows students

widely recognized for its tradition

offerings, and unique opportunities. Since

1966, Wallace State has provided students

with quality, affordable education. Today, the college enrolls approximately 6,000 students and offers more than 50 programs

of study in academic, health, and technical programs in addition to an unlimited number

of transfer options. Students are guaranteed seamless transfer to the state’s four-year

colleges and universities through the STARS

specialized programs. An Athens State to complete a bachelor’s degree on the

Wallace State campus. Program offerings, prerequisites, and required courses are available by viewing the Wallace State

catalog online at www.wallacestate.edu. For a program application packet, scholarship

application, and additional college information, please contact the Office of

Enrollment Management at 256.352.8031 or email recruiting@wallacestate.edu.

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ABOUT PATHWAYS

Wallace State is pleased to be part of the American Association of Community Colleges Pathways Project, which is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

The Pathways Project involves a rethinking and redesign of the student experience from enrollment through completion.

As a student at Wallace State, you will be encouraged to choose a broad pathway from one of four metamajors - Liberal Arts/General Studies, Applied Technologies, STEM (Science, Technology, Engi-

neering, and Math), or Health Science — at the outset of your college career. The coursework you take early in your degree plan will be applicable to any major within the Pathway.

Go to www.wallacestate.edu/pathways for a full list of programs. Choose the program of study you want to learn more about, and download a Pathway Map for an easy-to-use plan for completing the program. Visit our Advising Office to get started.

LIBERAL ARTS/GENERAL STUDIES

S.T.E.M

Business Administration Business Education & Office Administration Business Management & Supervision Criminal Justice Dance Global Studies Graphic Art & Design Music Education Paralegal Pre-Education Religious Studies

Computer Science Engineering Technology Geospatial Technology Math Poultry Science 2+2 Pre-Engineering/ Engineering Robotics Sciences

APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES

Agriculture/Horticulture Production Automotive Service Technology Aviation/Flight Technology Building Construction Collision Repair Culinary Arts Diesel Technology Engineering Technology HVAC & Refrigeration Machine Tool Technology Mechatronics, Electronics, Robotics Technology Salon & Spa Management Cosmetology, Esthetics, Nail Technology Small Farmer Training Welding

HEALTH SCIENCES Child Development Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene Diagnostic Imaging Diagnostic Medical Sonography Emergency Medical Services Health Information Technology/ Medical Coding Medical Assistant Medical Laboratory Technician Nursing Occupational Therapy Assistant Pharmacy Technology Physical Therapist Assistant Polysomongraphy Technologist Respiratory Therapy Sports Medicine

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BUSINESS EDUCATION & OFFICE ADMINISTRATION Nearly every business or industry needs a qualified administrative assistant or secretary to handle the day-to-day tasks that keep a business on track. Wallace State’s Business Education & Office Administration program offers the education and training needed to prepare you for that very important role.

BUSINESS EDUCATION & OFFICE ADMINISTRATION AWARDS OFFERED: Associate in Applied Science, Short-Term Certificates PROGRAM OPTIONS: Accounting, Administrative Assistant and Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Software Applications, General Office Assistant, and Accounting Applications

Secretaries, administrative assistants, bookkeepers,

Secretaries, administrative assistants, bookkeepers, and accountants provide the support services that keep businesses running smoothly.

and accountants are the backbone of any business, whether it’s a big industry, a doctor’s office, a governmental office, or a charitable organization. They provide the support services that keep businesses running smoothly.

Technology and software are updated often, making it important for office professionals to remain up to date on new applications, so they can carry out the daily tasks that are required of them.

Wallace State’s Business Education and Office Administration program offers several options for students to focus their studies as they prepare for a career in business, as well as courses that can enhance their job-seeking opportunities or provide current employees with additional training for updated skills.

The following are the concentrations offered through the Business Education and Office Administration

CONTACT: Kathy Sides Department Chair/Advisor (256) 352.8126 kathy.sides@wallacestate.edu

Program: • Accounting (AAS) • Administrative Assistant (AAS) • Medical Administrative Assistant (AAS) • Accounting Applications (STC) • Software Applications (STC) • Medical Office Assistant (STC) • General Office Assistant (STC)

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION To run effectively, all businesses need leaders within the organization who possess the skills that will keep people and processes running smoothly. Wallace State Community College’s Business Management and Supervision program options offer opportunities for students to work in a number of professional careers, as well as develop the skills of the next entrepreneur.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION AWARDS OFFERED: Associate in Applied Science, Short-Term Certificates PROGRAM OPTIONS: Business Management, Financial Management, Office Management, Entrepreneurship, Transportation Management

The importance of leadership, closeness with customers and employees, motivation, and communication are lessons that business people must know well.

The process of management is the pursuit of goals.

Management consistently involves four basic functions: planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. Each addresses a particular set of problems and requires a particular set of skills. The importance of leadership, closeness with customers and employees, motivation, and communication are lessons that business people must know well.

Wallace State’s Business Management and Supervision program provides students with developed skills in leadership, interpersonal communication, updated technology, and self-awareness skills for understanding one’s strengths for business success. This program provides practical business concepts and exposes students to the challenges facing today’s managers in both business and industry.

Concentrations

offered

through

the

Business

Management and Supervision Program: CONTACT: Terri McGriff-Waldrop Instructor/Advisor (256) 352.8072 terri.waldrop@wallacestate.edu

• Business Administration (AS General Studies/ Transfer) • Business Management (AAS) • Financial Management (AAS) • Office Management (AAS) • Entrepreneurship (AAS) • Transportation Management (AAS) • Business Supervision (STC) • Financial Applications (STC) • Office Supervision (STC) • Entrepreneurship Applications (STC) • Transportation Applications (STC)

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Law enforcement officers are public servants who are responsible for assisting the community in many different ways. From patrolling neighborhoods and streets, to investigating crimes and bringing criminals to justice, law enforcement officers play a crucial role in our communities. Wallace State’s well-respected Criminal Justice program provides its students with the background and skills they will need when they hit the streets, whether as a beat cop, detective, or crime scene investigator.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE AWARDS OFFERED: Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Science (General Studies); Short-Term Certificates PROGRAM OPTIONS: Criminal Justice, Forensic Investigation, Crime Scene Technician, Law Enforcement MEDIAN SALARY The median salary for police and detective occupation in 2018: Detectives and criminal Investigators................ $81,920

The role of law enforcement is changing daily, with jobs ranging from walking a beat to investigating crimes, from documenting a crime scene, to tracking online criminals. But at its heart, the role of a law enforcement officer is that of protecting the public and bringing justice to victims of crime.

Patrol Officers................. $61,380

Wallace State’s Criminal Justice program provides the

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necessary skills to conduct routine investigations. There

Police............................ $74,030 Fish and Game Wardens....................... $57,710 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

is an emphasis in forensic science and criminalities, with special emphasis placed upon laboratory practices used to develop investigative evidence.

Graduates of Wallace State’s Criminal Justice program have gone on to command their own forensic teams, work with the FBI, as well as with local law enforcement agencies.

The Wallace State Criminal Justice program is recognized as one of the best in the state, with instructors who are often called upon to analyze crime scene evidence

CONTACT: Dr. Thea Hall Department Chair/Advisor (256) 352.8279 thea.hall@wallacestate.edu

and testify in courts of law as expert witnesses.

The median annual salary in May 2018 for police officers was $61,380, $44,400 for corrections officers, $58,230 for forensic science technicians, $57,710 or fish and game wardens, and $81,920 for detectives and criminal investigators.

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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DANCE Wallace State’s Dance program focuses on pre-professional development for students majoring in dance and provides a strong foundation for university transfer. Courses are also taught as electives and are available for non-credit.

DANCE

AWARDS OFFERED: Associate in Science (General Studies), Short-Term Certificates CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Performing Artist, Dance Instructor, Choreographer, Dance Therapist, Dance Studio Owner, Adjudicator of Performances Do you love to dance and want to pursue a career in

Wallace State’s new Dance program is headed by former American Ballet School in Paris director Brooke Desnoës.

dance performance, choreography, or education?

Would you like to develop professional level dance technique and uninhibited artistic expression while earning college credit?

If so, then the Dance Program at WSCC is a great place for you. Our program will help you develop professional practice skills, grow in your understanding and appreciation of dance as an art form, and pursue dance as a possible career choice. WSCC’s goal is to produce technically strong and artistically expressive dancers who are sought after for their professionalism and ability to easily adapt to the broad range of styles demanded of today’s dance professionals.

CONTACT: Brooke Desnoës Instructor/Advisor (256) 352.8153 brooke.desnoes@wallacestate.edu

The WSCC Dance program has opportunities available for earning an associate degree and short-term certificates. The General Studies Associate Degree offers two dance focuses, one in Dance Performance and one in Dance Education. Two short-term certificates are also available with concentrations in Choreography and Teaching Ballet. You may also audition for the WSCC dance theatre troupe, where you will have the opportunity to perform and choreograph for annual performances and festivals, while observing other college dance students and professional companies perform, take master classes, engage in service learning and outreach programs, and study abroad.

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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GLOBAL STUDIES

A global perspective is an advantage whether you seek to work in international business, for a multinational industry or corporation at home or abroad, for a non-profit serving a diverse population, in public diplomacy, or any number of other occupations with an international reach. The global studies concentration at Wallace State provides a balanced core of courses across multiple departments, emphasizing critical thinking and an interdisciplinary framework for understanding global issues.

GLOBAL STUDIES AWARD OFFERED: Associate in Science (General Studies) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: International Studies, Foreign Language, Political Science, Law, International Business, Government, Non-Profits

The Global Studies program is an interdisciplinary

The global studies concentration will meet the academic interests of students pursuing bachelor’s degrees and beyond in a range of fields in which a global perspective is beneficial.

associate degree concentration designed to help students think critically about global issues from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.

Global Studies could be the right major for you if: •

You would like to increase your understanding of our interconnected world.

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You want to examine theories and conceptual understandings of global phenomenon from multidisciplinary contexts.

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You want to identify and assess global trends.

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You aspire to a career focused on international service, or with one of a multitude of international companies that have locations in the US and abroad.

Courses offered in Global Studies may include Spanish, Geology, Geography, History of World Religions, CONTACT: Dr. Andrew Ball Philosophy Instructor/Advisor

World History, World Literature, Philosophy, Sociology, Economics, and more.

(256) 352.8250 andrew.ball@wallacestate.edu

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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GRAPHIC ART & DESIGN

From traditional art classes in drawing, painting, photography, and pottery to the latest in computer-based graphic design, Wallace State’s Graphic Art & Design program offers what you need to put you on the path to use your artistic skills and talents in any number of careers.

GRAPHIC ART & DESIGN AWARDS OFFERED: Associate in Applied Science, Short-Term Certificate CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Graphic and Commercial Design, Publishing, Computer Animation, Gaming Design, Advertising, Marketing, Web Page Design

Behind every music label, movie poster, product package, letterhead, logo, animation, web page, magazine, brochure, calendar, book, or newspaper there is a graphic or commercial designer.

In economic terms, the creative industries are already a large and quickly growing part of both the U.S. and global economies. Behind every music label, movie poster, product package, letterhead, logo, animation, web page, magazine, brochure, calendar, book, or newspaper there is a graphic or commercial designer.

Wallace State’s Graphic Art & Design program is designed for students who seek to prepare for careers in the creative economy as highly-skilled graphic designers or commercial artists. The program provides foundation level, computer-based graphic design and commercial art training alongside traditional foundation level studio art production courses.

Upon completion of the Graphic Art & Design program, students will have gained the foundation to

CONTACT: Adrian Scott Program Director/Advisor (256) 352.8145 adrian.scott@wallacestate.edu

start possible careers in graphic and commercial design, publishing, computer animation, gaming design, apparel/fashion design, photography, advertising, marketing and promotions, and web page design. They can also use that foundation to transfer to a university to pursue a bachelor’s or more advanced degree.

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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MUSIC EDUCATION The Music Education program is designed for students who wish to prepare for a career in music, with options in Music Education (elementary or secondary), Professional Performance, Music Industry, Jazz Education, Church Music, and Music Therapy.

MUSIC EDUCATION AWARD OFFERED: Associate in Science (General Studies) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Elementar y or Secondar y Music Education, Professional Performance, Music Industr y, Jazz Education, Church Music, Music Therapy MEDIAN SALARY The median salary for musical occupations nationwide in 2018: Postsecondary Music Teachers....................... $69,960 High School Teachers.... $61,040 Elementary School Teachers....................... $59,420 Broadcast & Sound Engineering Technicians.................. $52,390 Music Directors.............. $53,970 Performers................... $28.15/hr Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

The Music Education program is designed for students who wish to prepare for a career in music with options in Music Education (elementary or secondary), Professional Performance, Music Industry, Jazz Education, Church Music, and Music Therapy. This program also prepares students interested in teaching music for transfer to a university, where they may earn a bachelor’s degree and state certification to teach music in public elementary and secondary schools, or continue on to an advanced degree and teach on the college or university level. Graduates may also choose to teach in private schools and recreation associations or instruct individual students in private sessions.

Whether playing musical instruments, singing, composing or arranging music, or conducting, people considering careers in music should have musical talent, versatility, creativity, and — for those performing in front of an audience — poise and good stage presence. Because quality performance requires constant study and practice, self-discipline is vital. Performers must achieve a level of performing excellence and be counted on to be on their game whenever they perform. Musicians who

CONTACT: Ricky Burks Department Chair/Advisor

play in concerts or in nightclubs and those who tour must have physical stamina to endure frequent travel and an irregular performance schedule.

(256) 352.8287 ricky.burks@wallacestate.edu

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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PARALEGAL Paralegals, or legal assistants, are assuming a growing range of tasks in the nation’s legal offices. Wallace State’s Paralegal program provides a sound educational foundation students will utilize to provide assistance to attorneys and employers with confidence.

PARALEGAL AWARD OFFERED: Associate in Applied Science CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Law Offices, Corporate Legal Departments, Federal, State and Local Government Agencies, Banking , Business and Industr y Paralegals, also called legal assistants, are assuming a

Through 2026, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is expected to grow by 15 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

growing range of tasks in the nation’s legal offices. One of a paralegal’s most important tasks is helping lawyers prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. Paralegals may investigate the facts of cases and ensure that all relevant information is considered.

They may also identify appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and any other materials that are relevant to assigned cases.

Along with law offices, paralegals can be employed in corporate legal departments and various government offices. In these organizations, they can work in many different areas of the law, including litigation, personal injury, corporate law, criminal law, employee benefits, intellectual property, labor law, bankruptcy, immigration, family law, and real estate.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 15 percent between 2016 and 2026 as firms try to increase the efficiency of legal services

CONTACT:

and lower their expenses. The median annual wage

(256) 352.7877

for paralegals and legal assistants in May 2018 was

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$50,940.

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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PRE-EDUCATION Educators at every level of the education spectrum are an important part of the daily lives of students around the world. Wallace State’s Pre-Education program is designed for students who wish to prepare for a career in education and who will pursue a four-year degree.

PRE-EDUCATION AWARD OFFERED: Associate in Science (General Studies) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Public and Private Educational Facilities from Kindergarten to College Level Teachers help guide students through every level of

Through 2026, employment of secondary school teachers is expected to grow by 7-8 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

the education experience, preparing them to advance from one grade to another and for life after graduation by teaching lessons and skills they will need as they grow and learn.

Wallace State’s Pre-Education program guides students through their own process to become teachers and educators, providing them with a curriculum that is recommended for students wishing to pursue a fouryear degree in education-related areas of teaching.

The need for teachers will increase through 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as a significant number of older teachers will reach retirement age. Employment of kindergarten, elementary, and high school teachers is expected to grow by 7 to 8 percent, while employment of postsecondary teachers is expected to increase by 15 percent.

Through Wallace State’s Pre-Education program, stu-

CONTACT:

dents can begin the process of obtaining the academic

Brandon Smith

requirements necessary to transfer to the four-year in-

Math Instructor/Advisor (256) 352.8207

stitution of their choice.

brandon.smith@wallacestate.edu

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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RELIGIOUS STUDIES Wallace State’s Religious Studies option in General Studies is geared towards students wishing to explore religion as part of a larger discernment process, including the possibility of baccalaureate study and/or employment in ministry.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES AWARDS OFFERED: Associate in Science (General Studies), Short-Term Certificate CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Religious Organizations, Home Health Care Ser vices, Social Advocacy Organizations, Hospitals, Schools, Colleges and Universities For those who have answered the call to the ministry,

Through 2026, employment of clergy is expected to grow by 8.2 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Wallace State Community College offers a General Studies Associate Degree concentration in Religious Studies. This curriculum is recommended for those students wishing to explore the study of religion as a larger discernment process, including the possibility of baccalaureate study, and/or employment in the ministry.

The concentration includes two courses in Humanities, which introduces the student to Western Culture and the development of Western Philosophy as well as Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The concentration also includes Introduction of Philosophy and Ethics in Society. Introduction of Philosophy delves more deeply into the core thinkers and ideas of Western Philosophy, while Ethics in Society examines the major

CONTACT: Dr. Andrew Ball Philosophy Instructor/Advisor (256) 352.8250 andrew.ball@wallacestate.edu

“hot button� issues of our time through a rigorous system of understanding and communicating.

Central to the concentration are four courses that explore the Bible and the history of the Church. Survey of the Old Testament and Survey of the New Testament focus on learning about the Bible. Survey of Church History I & II examine the development of the church, including various reformations and development of denominations.

All salary statistics are national averages provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; state salaries may vary.

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