Programs of Study (A-Z)

RCC offers the following degrees or certificates for students who successfully complete approved programs:

• Associate of Arts and Sciences (AA&S) degree is awarded to students majoring in a specialized curriculum, who may transfer to four-year colleges or universities after completing their community college programs.
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is awarded to students majoring in occupational-technical curricula, who may plan to obtain full-time jobs immediately after graduation from the College.
• Certificate is awarded to students who complete one of the approved non-degree curricula (less than two years in length).
• Career Studies Certificate is awarded to students who complete one of the approved programs of study consisting of between 9 and 29 credit hours. Career Studies Certificates are designed to give specific jobs skills in a short period of time and are not required to include general education courses.