Programs of Study

Westchester Community College programs consist of Core Curriculum Requirements (general education courses required to ensure a well-rounded education to students within any program) and Degree Requirements (courses specific to a particular degree). Depending on which type of degree you are seeking, A.A., A.S., or A.A.S, the Core Requirements will vary. Click for more information about our Core Curriculum Requirements .

Associate of Arts

The requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) are equivalent to the first two years at an accredited four-year institution and emphasize the liberal arts and sciences. Graduates typically transfer to baccalaureate-granting institutions.

Associate of Science

The requirements for the Associate in Science Degree (A.S.) are equivalent to the first two years at an accredited four-year institution and balance a professional orientation with the liberal arts & sciences. Graduates typically transfer to baccalaureate-granting institutions.

• Accounting A.S.
• Business Administration A.S.
• Computer Science A.S.
• Digital Filmmaking A.S.
• Engineering Science A.S.
• Food Service Administration – Foods and Nutrition A.S.
• Global Business A.S.
• Human Services A.S.
• Individual Studies A.S.
• Journalism A.S.
• Liberal Arts and Sciences/Mathematics and Science A.S.
• Marketing A.S.

Associate of Applied Science

The curriculum for the Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) prepares graduates for immediate employment within specific technical fields. The requirements combine specific career preparation with a firm foundation in the liberal arts and sciences. Although the A.A.S. is not intended as a transfer degree, graduates in some professions do transfer to baccalaureate-granting institutions.

• Business Administration A.A.S.
• Chemical Dependency Counseling A.A.S.
• Civil Technology A.A.S.
• Computer Information Systems A.A.S.
• Computer Security and Forensics A.A.S.
• Criminal Justice - Corrections A.A.S.
• Criminal Justice - Police A.A.S.
• Early Childhood A.A.S.
• Electrical Technology A.A.S.
• Emergency Medical Technician–Paramedic A.A.S.
• Energy Systems A.A.S.
• Fashion Merchandising A.A.S.
• Fashion Technology & Production A.A.S.
• Food Service Administration – Culinary Arts and Management A.A.S.
• Food Service Administration – Dietetic Technician (Nutrition Care) A.A.S.
• Human Services A.A.S.
• Marketing A.A.S.
• Mechanical Technology A.A.S.
• Networking A.A.S.
• Nursing A.A.S.
• Office Technologies A.A.S.
• Paralegal A.A.S.
• Performing Arts A.A.S.
• Radiologic Technology A.A.S.
• Respiratory Care A.A.S.
• Telecommunications Technology A.A.S.
• Telecommunications Technology–Verizon A.A.S.
• Veterinary Technology A.A.S.
• Visual Arts A.A.S.

Certificate

Certificate Programs prepare students for immediate employment in a variety of skilled occupations. College credits earned in certificate programs can often be applied to parallel associate degrees offered at the college. Certificates provide a well-rounded course of study which may include English, mathematics, and science courses, in addition to occupational training.