College of DuPage: Exploring Education and Associate Programs

College of DuPage (COD) offers a wide array of education and associate programs designed to cater to diverse interests and career aspirations. These programs range from transfer pathways to career-focused applied science degrees and certificates. This article delves into the details of these programs, providing a comprehensive overview for prospective students.

Academic Programs Overview

The College of DuPage provides a multitude of programs across various disciplines. These programs are designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge, and credentials necessary for success in their chosen fields. The programs are categorized by subject area, including:

Accountancy

Accountancy, A.A.S.
Accounting Specialist, Certificate
Accounting Transfer Pathway, A.A.
Advanced Accounting, Certificate
Bookkeeping, Certificate
Income Tax Preparer, Certificate
Paraprofessional Accountant, Certificate

American Sign Language Interpreting

American Sign Language Interpreter, A.A.S.
American Sign Language Interpreting, Certificate
American Sign Language, Certificate

Anthropology

Anthropology Transfer Pathway, A.A.
Anthropology Transfer Pathway, A.S.
Business Anthropology, Certificate

Applied Technology

Project Hire Ed Apprenticeship, Certificate

Architecture

Architectural Rendering, Certificate
Architectural Technology, Certificate
Architectural Technology-CADD , A.A.S.
Construction Management, A.A.S.
Construction Management, Certificate
Pre-Architecture Technology, A.A.S.
Pre-Architecture, Certificate

Automotive Service Technology

Automotive Service Management, Certificate
Electric Vehicle Technology, Certificate
Entry Level Automotive Service Technology, Certificate
Master Automotive Service Technology Advanced Certificate
Master Automotive Service Technology, A.A.S.

Aviation Technology

Aviation Management, A.A.S.

Biochemistry

Biochemistry Transfer Pathway, A.S.

Biology

Biology Transfer Pathway, A.S.

Business

Business Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Central Sterile Processing Distribution

Central Sterile Processing Distribution Technician, Certificate

Chemistry

Chemistry Transfer Pathway, A.S.

Chinese

Chinese Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Computer and Information Science

Application and Technical Support Specialist, A.A.S.
Business Intelligence Analysis, Certificate
Business Productivity Software, Certificate
C++ Language Proficiency, Certificate
Data Analytics, Certificate
Database, Certificate
Game Design and Development, Certificate
Game Development, A.A.S.
Game Programming and Development, Certificate
Internet of Things (IoT) Proficiency, Certificate
iOS Developer Proficiency, Certificate
JAVA Language Proficiency, Certificate
LINUX, Certificate
Machine Learning, Certificate
Python Language Proficiency, Certificate
Software Development, A.A.S.
UNIX Proficiency, Certificate
Visual BASIC Language Proficiency, Certificate
Web Client Developer, Certificate
Web Development, A.A.S.
Web Programmer, Certificate
Windows Network Administration, Certificate

Computer and Information Technology

CIT CCNA, Certificate
CIT Network Associate Security, Certificate
CIT Networking Professional, Certificate
CompTIA A+ and Network+ PC Technician, Certificate
Computer and Information Technology, A.A.S.
Computer and Internetworking Technologies, Certificate
Cybersecurity and Defense, A.A.S.
Cybersecurity Specialist, Certificate
Enterprise System Administrator, Certificate
System Support Specialist, Certificate
Voice Over IP Telephony, Certificate

Cosmetology

Cosmetology, A.A.S.
Cosmetology, Certificate
Nail Technology, Certificate

Criminal and Justice Studies

Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway, A.A.
Criminal Justice, A.A.S.

Culinary Arts

Baking and Pastry Arts, A.A.S.
Baking and Pastry Arts, Certificate
Culinary Arts, A.A.S.
Culinary Arts, Certificate
Culinology and Food Science, A.A.S.

Dance

Dance Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Dental Hygiene

Dental Hygiene, A.A.S.

Diagnostic Medical Imaging Nuclear Medicine

Computed Tomography (CT), Certificate
Nuclear Medicine Technology, Certificate

Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography

Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography, A.A.S.
Mammography, Certificate

Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonography

Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonography (Ultrasound), Certificate
Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonography, A.A.S.
Diagnostic Medical Vascular Sonography, Certificate

Early Childhood Education and Care

Early Childhood Administration, A.A.S.
Early Childhood Education and Care Administrator, Certificate
Early Childhood Education and Care Advanced, Certificate
Early Childhood Education and Care, A.A.S.
Early Childhood Education and Care, Certificate
Family Child Care Provider, Certificate
Infant, Toddler and Two-Year Old Child Care, Certificate
Multicultural Education and Care for the Young Child, Certificate
School-Age Child Care, Certificate

The Early Childhood Education and Care program prepares students to enter the early childhood education and early childhood field. Students acquire the skills, knowledge and attitudes to work with infants, toddlers, preschool-age and school-age children. Jobs for degree and certificate graduates are widely available in child care centers, preschools, park districts and public schools.

Earth Science

Astronomy Transfer Pathway, A.S.
Earth Science Transfer Pathway, A.S.
Geology Transfer Pathway, A.S.
Meteorology Transfer Pathway, A.S.
Weather Hazards and Preparedness, Certificate

Economics

Economics Transfer Pathway, A.A.
Economics Transfer Pathway, A.S.

Education

Education Transfer Pathway, A.A.
Paraprofessional in Education, Certificate
Teaching Online Utilizing Technology (TOUT), Certificate

Electro-Mechanical Technology

Advanced Mechatronics, Certificate
Electrician’s Preparation, Certificate
Electrician Apprenticeship, A.A.S.
Electro-Mechanical Technology, A.A.S.
Mechanical Maintenance, Certificate
Mechatronics Technology (MET), Certificate
Process Control Instrumentation, Certificate
Programmable Logic Controllers in Automation, Certificate

Electronics Technology

Advanced Electronics Technology, Certificate
Biomedical Engineering Technology, A.A.S.
Electronics Engineering Technology, A.A.S.
Electronics Technology, Certificate
Industrial Controls and Automation, Certificate
Renewable Energy Technology, Certificate

Engineering

Bioengineering Transfer Pathway, A.E.S.
Chemical Engineering Transfer Pathway, A.E.S.
Civil Engineering Transfer Pathway, A.E.S.
Computer Engineering Transfer Pathway, A.E.S.
Electrical Engineering Transfer Pathway, A.E.S.
Industrial Engineering Transfer Pathway, A.E.S.
Mechanical Engineering Transfer Pathway, A.E.S.

English

Creative Writing, Certificate
English Transfer Pathway, A.A.
Professional Writing, Certificate

Eye Care Assistant

Eye Care Assistant, Certificate

Fashion Studies

Fashion Design, A.A.S.
Fashion Design, Certificate
Fashion Entrepreneurship, Certificate
Fashion Merchandising, A.A.S.
Fashion Merchandising, Certificate

Fire Science

Emergency Medical Services, A.A.S.
Emergency Medical Technician, Certificate
Fire Fighter, Certificate
Fire Science Technology, A.A.S.
Paramedic, Certificate
Public Safety Telecommunicator, Certificate

French

French Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Geography

Geographic Information Systems, Certificate
Geography Transfer Pathway, A.A.

German

German Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Graphic Design

Graphic Design Foundation, Certificate
Graphic Design, A.A.S.
Interactive Media, A.A.S.
Web Design, Certificate

Health Information Technology

Health Information Technology, A.A.S.
Medical Billing, Certificate
Physician Coding, Certificate

Health Sciences

Non-Invasive Electrocardiography Technician, Certificate
Pharmacy Technician, Certificate
Phlebotomy, Certificate

Hearing Instrument Dispensary

Hearing Instrument Dispensary Program, Certificate

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Building Automation Systems (BAS), Certificate
Energy Audit and Analysis, Certificate
Entry Level HVACR, Certificate
Facility Maintenance Mechanic, A.A.S.
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Service Technician, A.A.S.
HVACR Contractor, A.A.S.
Service Technician, Certificate
Stationary Operator, Certificate

History

History Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Horticulture

Advanced Horticultural Therapy, Certificate
Cannabis and Industrial Hemp Cultivation and Operations, Certificate
Ecological Restoration, Certificate
Floral Shop Management, Certificate
Greenhouse Management, Certificate
Horticultural Therapy, Certificate
Horticulture, A.A.S.
Horticulture, Certificate
Landscape and Turf Maintenance, Certificate
Landscape Contracting and Management, A.A.S.
Landscape Design and Construction, Certificate
Nursery and Garden Center Management, Certificate
Power Equipment and Technology, Certificate
Sustainable Landscapes, Certificate
Sustainable Urban Agriculture, A.A.S.
Sustainable Urban Agriculture, Certificate
Urban Farming, Certificate

Hospitality Management

Gastronomy and Marketing in Hospitality, Certificate
Hospitality Foundations, Certificate
Hospitality Management Operations, Certificate
Hospitality Management, A.A.S.
Hospitality Sales and Marketing, Certificate
Meeting and Event Planning, Certificate
Meeting and Events Planning, A.A.S.
Resort Management, Certificate
Restaurant Management, A.A.S.
Restaurant Management, Certificate
Travel and Tourism Foundations, Certificate
Travel and Tourism Professional, Certificate
Travel and Tourism, A.A.S.
Wedding Planning Management, Certificate
Wine Appreciation and Knowledge, Certificate

Human Services

Addictions Counseling, A.A.S.
Addictions Counseling, Certificate
Applied Gerontology, Certificate
Co-occurring Disorders, Certificate
Corrections Counseling, Certificate
Developmental Disabilities, Certificate
Human Services Domestic/Family Violence, Certificate
Human Services Generalist, Certificate
Human Services, A.A.S.
Recovery Support Specialist, Certificate
Residential Child Care, Certificate
Veteran Counseling, Certificate

Integrated Engineering Technology

Integrated Mechatronics and Manufacturing Technology, A.A.S.

Interdisciplinary Studies

Interdisciplinary Studies Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Interior Design

Interior Design Computer Applications, Certificate
Interior Design Lighting, Certificate
Interior Design, A.A.S.
Kitchen and Bath Design, Certificate

Italian

Italian Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Japanese

Japanese Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Korean

Korean Transfer Pathway, A.A.

Legal Studies

Legal Studies, A.A.S.
Paralegal, Certificate

Library and Information Technology

Library and Information Technology, A.A.S.
Library and Information Technology, Certificate

Long Term Care Administration

Long-Term Care Administration, Certificate

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Advanced Certificate

Management

Business Environment and Concepts, Certificate
Entrepreneurship, Certificate
Human Resource Management (HRM), Certificate
Management, A.A.S.
Management, Certificate
Organizational Leadership, Certificate
Supervision, Certificate

Manufacturing Technology

Automated Manufacturing Systems, A.A.S.
Automated Manufacturing Systems, Certificate
CNC Job Readiness, Certificate
CNC Operations, Certificate
Computer-Aided Design, Certificate
Drafting/Design, Certificate
Manufacturing Engineering Technology, A.A.S.
Manufacturing Skills Standards, Certificate
Manufacturing Technology Drafting/Design, A.A.S.
Manufacturing Technology, A.A.S.
Manufacturing Technology, Certificate
Mold Making, Certificate
Tool and Die Making, Certificate

Marketing

Consumer Marketing, Certificate
Digital and Social Media Marketing, Certificate
Marketing, A.A.S.
Marketing, Certificate

Mathematics

Mathematics Transfer Pathway, A.A. and A.S.

Medical Assistant

Health Care Office Assistant, Certificate
Medical Assistant, A.A.S.
Medical Assistant, Certificate

Motion Picture/Television

Animation, A.A.S.
Animation, Certificate
Digital Broadcast Journalism, A.A.S.
Film/Video Production, A.A.S.
Media Literacy, Journalism, and Production, Certificate
Motion Picture/Television, Certificate
Television Production, A.A.S.

Music

Audio Production, Certificate
Music Business, A.A.S.
Music, A.F.A.

Transfer Pathways

A transfer pathway represents a typical course schedule/sequence for a student planning to complete the A.A. degree within two years, then transfer and major in a specific discipline. A transfer pathway is not institution-specific. It is important to understand that the pathway provided is just one possible combination of classes by which to complete an A.A. and prepare for transfer in your chosen area of study. Other course combinations and sequences can work, too.

3+1 Programs with Valley City State University

College of DuPage has partnered with Valley City State University to provide a unique opportunity for students to graduate earning their Bachelor of Science Degree in education. Valley City State University has one of the best education programs in the United States. The 3+1 education teaching programs have been structured for College of DuPage students and include elementary, technology and engineering, history, math, and English. Students studying to become licensed teachers will have the opportunity to student teach in their local area and to work as a paraprofessional while completing online coursework.

Program Options:

Elementary Education: Become licensed to teach Elementary Education in Illinois. Students in this program earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Education through three years of coursework at the College of DuPage and then finish with Valley City State University’s online Elementary Education program. Students can complete their student teaching in their local area. Students participating in this program will also have the opportunity to maintain employment, for example as a paraprofessional, while completing coursework at College of DuPage and the online Education program through Valley City State University. The VCSU Online Elementary Education Director will work one-on-one with 3+1 students looking to pursue their degree to teach in elementary school.
High School English: Become licensed to teach high school English in Illinois. Students in this program earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Education with an English concentration through three years of coursework at the College of DuPage and then finish with Valley City State University’s online English Education program. Students can complete their student teaching in their local area. Students participating in this program will also have the opportunity to maintain employment, for example as a paraprofessional, while completing coursework at College of DuPage and the online English Education program through Valley City State University.
High School History or Social Science: Become licensed to teach high school history or social science in Illinois. Students in this program earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Education with a History or Social Science concentration through three years of coursework at the College of DuPage and then finish with Valley City State University’s online History and Social Science program. Students can complete their student teaching in their local area. Students participating in this program will also have the opportunity to maintain employment, for example as a paraprofessional, while completing coursework at College of DuPage and the online History Education program through Valley City State University.
High School Math: Become licensed to teach high school Math in Illinois. Students in this program earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Education with a Math concentration through three years of coursework at the College of DuPage and then finish with Valley City State University’s online Math Education program. Students can complete their student teaching in their local area. Students participating in this program will also have the opportunity to maintain employment, for example as a paraprofessional, while completing coursework at the College of DuPage and the online Math Education program through Valley City State University.
Technology and Engineering: Become licensed to teach Technology and Engineering in Illinois. Students in this program earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Education with a Technology and Engineering Education (TEE) concentration through three years of coursework at the College of DuPage and finish with Valley City State University’s online Technology and Engineering Education program. Students can complete their student teaching in their local area. Students participating in this program will also have the opportunity to maintain employment, for example as a paraprofessional, while completing coursework at the College of DuPage and the online Technology and Engineering Education program through Valley City State University. This program is ideal for individuals who like to solve problems and work with their hands. There is an extreme shortage of teachers in the areas of technology and engineering. Graduates in this field have a 98% job placement.

Benefits of the 3+1 Program:

Discounted Tuition Rates: College of DuPage students transferring to VCSU through a 3+1 program receive a discounted tuition rate. Undergraduate 3+1 students that enroll through the articulation agreement and enroll in an online-only program receive a 20% discount. College of DuPage transfer students are encouraged to contact our enrollment services to learn more.
Opportunity to Maintain Employment: Students participating in these programs will also have the opportunity to maintain employment, for example as a paraprofessional, while completing coursework at College of DuPage and the online Education program through Valley City State University.
Personalized Guidance: The VCSU Online Elementary Education Director will work one-on-one with 3+1 students looking to pursue their degree to teach in elementary school.

General Education Requirements

General Education Requirements for the A.A.S. degree, please visit the A.A.S. This program is designed as a two year program for full-time students who follow this program map. The ECEC program is designed with stackable certificates leading to A.A.S. The A.A.S. Degree in ECEC with an early Level 4 ECE Gateways credential transfers in full to all Illinois public universities and some private universities that have chosen to be ECACE members.

In 2009 COD faculty approved a set of General Education Student Learning Outcomes which they later modified and reaffirmed in 2018 for students enrolled in all associate degree programs. Select a minimum of 3 credits of 1000-level or higher (except MATH 1102 Mathematics for Health Sciences, MATH 1104 Mathematics for Horticulture, and MATH 1120 Mathematical Foundations for Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonographers) to meet general education requirements. Only one of the following three statistics courses will count toward overall degree requirement credit: MATH 1635 Statistics, PSYCH 2280 Statistics/Social & Behavioral Sciences, or SOCIO 2205 Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Earn no more than 6 credits from History, the Humanities and Fine Arts, and the Social and Behavioral Science categories combined.

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree

The Associate in Applied Science degree (A.A.S.) represents the completion of study in a career and technical education program.

Admissions for College of DuPage students

Once a student is approximately one full semester from completing an Associate Degree (AA) at the College of DuPage, they should submit an application to transfer to VCSU. Prior to applying, it is important for students to connect with the Counseling, Advising and Transfer Services team at the College of DuPage.

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