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Degrees Offered

There are several degree options available at the Barton Fort Leavenworth Campus. See below for brief descriptions of each degree.

Associate in Arts

The Associate in Arts Degree prepares you for transfer to universities with advanced standing. The courses are comparable to lower division level courses at Kansas Regents colleges and universities. Prior to the beginning of the third semester, candidates for the Associate in Arts Degree must designate a specific program of courses approved by the appropriate instructional area and signed by the advisor. Check out full general education requirements for an Associate in Arts degree.

Associate in Applied Science

The Associate in Applied Science Degree prepares you for entry into a career. The coursework is relevant to the real world, promoting employability traits that range from job-related technical skills to workplace ethics and soft skills. The program of study consists primarily of career technical education classes but may also include transfer classes. Prior to the beginning of the third semester, candidates for the Associate in Applied Science Degree must designate a specific program of courses approved by the appropriate instructional area and signed by the advisor. Check out full general education requirements for an Associate in Applied Science degree.

Associate in Science

The Associate in Science Degree prepares you for transfer to universities with advanced standing. The courses are comparable to lower division level courses at Kansas Regents colleges and universities. Prior to the beginning of the third semester, candidates for the Associate in Science Degree must designate a specific program of courses approved by the appropriate instructional area and signed by the advisor. Check out full general education requirements for an Associate in Science degree.

Computer Network Specialist

The Computer network Specialist program prepares graduates to work as technical support specialists, an area of the computer industry that is currently experiencing unprecedented growth, change and opportunity. Networking specialists look into problems that computer users are having with either computer software or hardware and try to resolve the problem. This program will prepare the students to fulfill the role of technical specialist in the thriving fields of microcomputer support, microcomputer repair and local area network administration. Check out full general education requirements for Associate of Science in Computer Network Specialist.

Emergency Management and Homeland Security

The Associate of Applied Science in Emergency Management and Homeland Security is designed to provide training and formal education for those entering the emergency management field as well as those currently in the field who require additional training and education. A large percentage of these professionals serve as part time emergency managers with their full-time position being law enforcement (city, county or state), emergency medical services, or of these professionals lack formal education and training in this field. Check out full general education requirements for Emergency Management and Homeland Security.

Hazardous Material Management

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Hazardous Material Management prepares the student for entry into an occupation or closely related cluster of occupations. A student may receive credit for military experience, military schools and civilian education. Credits are awarded based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide.  to see full general education requirements for Hazardous Materials Management.

Business Management and Leadership

The Associate of Applied Science in Business Management and Leadership prepares students for entry-level or lower level management positions. Today’s managers must have a blend of management and leadership skills and the course provides students with general broad-base knowledge of business concepts. The program is great for current employees in the workforce to refine their skills. Coursework includes management, ethics, leadership, customer service, human relations, principles of management, Spanish for the workforce, marketing, and computer concepts courses. Check out full general education requirements for Business Management and Leadership degree.

Criminal Justice

The Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice can provide students with the necessary academic skills to achieve a rewarding career as a police officer, deputy sheriff, correctional officer, highway patrol trooper, or one of the other many exciting entry level positions in the criminal justice system. Check out full general education requirements for an Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice.

Corrections

The Associate of Applied Science in Corrections prepares students to serve as corrections facility staff. The program is suitable for current correctional employees as well as individuals interested in joining the corrections industry team.  Check out full general education requirements for Associate of Applied Science degree in Corrections.

Associate in General Studies

The Associate in General Studies Degree provides you the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and greater philosophical appreciation for lifelong learning. Prior to the beginning of the third semester, candidates for the Associate in General Studies Degree must designate a specific program of courses approved by the appropriate instructional area and signed by the advisor. Check out full general education requirements for an Associate in General Studies degree.

Military Studies

The Military Studies program is designed to enhance the professional competence of Active Duty, Reserve Component, and National Guard service members. Completion of the degree will provide service members the education points needed for promotion and will establish the foundation for advancement toward a baccalaureate degree. The curriculum builds upon the basic general education requirements and provides focused instructions in the following areas: Leadership and Management, Military History, Political Science, Economics, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, and Computer Science. Check out full general education requirements for Military Studies degree degree.

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