Associate Degree and Professional Certificate Programs | UAC | University of Arkansas Cossatot Community College

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UA Cossatot community college offers a wide variety of associate degree programs, professional certification programs, adult and high school education courses, and more to fit the needs, interests, and schedules of our students. From online classes to hands-on trade school certifications, view our course offerings below and click on the red program names to learn more about each of our degrees and certificates programs.
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Associate Degree Transfer Programs at UAC

No matter what career or degree you are pursuing, you can always start at UA Cossatot. Associate degree students can take advantage of the benefits of easily transferring from a community college to a university with UAC and our associations with Arkansas area colleges. Many Arkansas four-year universities have agreements with UAC that allow for associate degrees credits earned at UAC to be accepted as your first two years of their bachelor's degree programs.

Available transfer options for specific degrees or certificates will be listed under their respective academic programs throughout our website.

Agriculture

UA Cossatot offers a wide variety of agricultural studies programs, ranging from a Technical Certificate in Agriculture Science to a two-year, transferable Associate of Science in Agriculture degree. Our agricultural education department offers majors in Agriculture Business, Agriculture Education, and Agriculture Science.

Business

Begin obtaining practical skills in business management, accounting, and office administration with an associate degree in business at UAC. Start your career in business immediately after graduation or complete an Associate of Science in Business degree to transfer toward a bachelor's degree in accounting, marketing, digital media and marketing, business management, and more.

Journalism, Communications, and Media Production

Students wishing to work in the areas of journalism, radio, film and TV, public relations, publishing, editing, filmmaking, or photography may begin their associate degree process at UA Cossatot and transfer to University of Arkansas Little Rock to earn their degree in Mass Communications or for credits toward associated programs at Arkansas Tech University and additional schools through UAC’s '2+2' articulation agreement.

Criminal Justice

Students wanting to work in law enforcement, or who are interested in becoming a lawyer, can begin their criminal justice studies with UAC through our online college degrees program or through traditional in-class instruction.

Education

Those looking to begin their education and teaching careers can earn their Associate of Science in Education or Associate of Science in Middle School Education degrees on a UA Cossatot campus. Bachelor’s degree program continuations are offered through partnerships with four-year universities throughout the state.

Medical

Whether you are interested in becoming an EMT, LPN, Registered Nurse (RN), Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Medical Office Administrator, or Medical Assistant, UA Cossatot’s Medical Education programs are accessible and affordable. From earning certificates of proficiency to technical certificates to full associate degrees, begin your career in the medical field and learn practical skills while staying close to home.

Psychology

The Associate of Science in Psychology degree is designed to transfer to Southern Arkansas University or the University of Central Arkansas for the completion of a complete Bachelor of Psychology degree. Upon completing a bachelor’s degree program, career options in the field of Psychology could include a caseworker, social worker, rehabilitation specialist, research assistant and career counselor. Professional counselors will be required to earn a master's degree and complete further clinical coursework.

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)

The most in-demand job field in the United States today are careers that rely on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Completing the first two years of a STEM degree at UA Cossatot will be an advantage for students who want to pursue bachelor's degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, and Math. This degree is also recommended for anyone planning to pursue pre-professional studies, such as in pre-med programs or pre-vet programs.

Skilled & Technical

UA Cossatot provides hands-on training for a variety of careers in local trade, industry, and manufacturing sectors. Automotive Service Technology, Diesel Technology, Welding, Pipe Welding, Industrial Maintenance, and Cosmetology are all offered in different trade programs that will vary in the time required to graduate with a technical certificate, certificate of proficiency, or associate degree.

Online Programs

As a community college, UA Cossatot strives to offer flexible online college course offerings for all students in various stages of their academic careers. Providing course delivery completely online without sacrificing course quality is our top priority. At UAC, you will find degrees and certificates you will be able to complete from the comfort of your own home on your own schedule.

High School Programs

High school students are bombarded with a million choices when it comes to continuing their education. UA Cossatot offers college-level courses that high school students can take even before graduating with their high school diploma. Starting post-secondary education early can make students’ transitions to the college or university of their choice much smoother and, potentially, more affordable in the long run.

Adult Education: GED Prep and More

Providing quality continuing education opportunities for adults is important to UAC. UA Cossatot is committed to helping our communities grow, and one way to accomplish this is to offer accessible and completely free adult education courses such as GED prep, ESL, basic computer skill courses, and more for all who seek to further their academic and professional careers.

Non-Credit Courses

Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, Pharmacy Tech, Landscaping, and CPR are just a sampling of non-credit courses that the UA Cossatot Continuing Education Services Department offers from semester to semester. Click on the red “Non-Credit Courses” heading above to learn more about our programs, our online courses, and more.

Programs of Study, Associate Degrees, and Professional Certifications