Academic Pathways

Program is designed for students wanting to complete the first 2 years of a bachelor’s degree and transfer to a university to complete a BA or BS in Business. Economics, the community Accounting, and business are explored. Careers typically require a bachelor’s or master’s degree. The Business Management AA degree prepares the student to transfer as a junior to Colorado 4-year universities. This degree allows you to pursue a BA or BS degree in areas such as Management, Human Resources, Administration, Economics, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Healthcare Admin and more.

Degree Requirements: 60

The Business Department’s General Business Certificate introduces the fundamental concepts and practices of businesses to develop a practical understanding of business information. Whether you are starting a new business or are a professional seeking to grow your career with greater business responsibilities, this certificate will provide you with the concepts, knowledge and skills that can be used when you encounter challenges in the business world. By earning this certificate, you will gain knowledge, skills, and the ability to think critically.

With this certificate small business owners, non-business majors and career changers are prepared to develop a new understanding of the business environment. You will be equipped to provide greater value to your business or organization by providing additional understanding of business transactions, developing professional relationships through enhanced communication, and identifying key figures that will guide you to understanding your business. Whether you want to advance in your career or move in a new direction, the Community College of Aurora can help you grow as a business professional.

General Business Certificate: 20

The Business Department’s Human Resources Certificate introduces the knowledge you need to develop effective practices for an ever-changing, complex workplace. You will gain additional understanding of management practices while learning current HR methods, and understand how social, business, regulatory and technical issues influence the work of the HR department. The courses incorporate materials and techniques used by current HR professionals, giving you skills you can use immediately. Whether you want to advance in your career or move in a new direction, the Community College of Aurora can help you grow as an HR professional.

Human Resource Management Certificate: 18

The Business Department’s Real Estate Certificate introduces the knowledge you need to understand the real estate business, and the knowledge to become a real estate broker. Classes provide information on real estate law and practice, practical application, and current legal issues related to the field. You will obtain the education required to earn your Colorado Real Estate Broker’s License. If you are currently in the business world, or are looking to transitioning into business, this certificate will provide you with a foundation in real estate law. Whether you want to advance in your career or move in a new direction, the Community College of Aurora can provide you with the courses to help you develop as a business professional.

Please Note: This Program is Not Eligible for Financial Aid.

Real Estate Certificate Requirements: 12

This certificate prepares students for jobs costing and bidding various types of projects in the construction industry, including residential and commercial projects. Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate the ability to estimate materials and labor quantities needed for different sizes and types of projects, read residential and commercial blueprints, use building trade industry reference materials, apply expense and revenue assumes to generate a competitive project cost, and write up a clear and compelling bid document or proposal.

Construction Estimating Certificate: 16

This certificate prepares students for management and leadership roles in residential or commercial construction projects. Demand for professionals skilled at supervision and labor/material deployment, and versed in blueprint reading, residential and commercial industry code is projected to remain strong through 2023 and beyond.

Construction Superintendent Certificate: 18

Program is designed for students wanting to complete the first 2 years of a bachelor’s degree at the community college and transfer to a university to complete a Criminal Justice BA or BS. Criminal justice, policing and correction systems are explored. Some careers require a bachelor’s degree. Studying Criminal Justice gives us a better understanding of the three main parts of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, the judicial system, and corrections. This program focuses closely on criminal behavior, criminal law, and constitutional law. Criminal Justice requires a willingness to be understanding of different cultures. This program introduces students to the study of Criminal Justice and includes courses that are common to all Colorado four-year institutions. Career paths for Criminal Justice degree holders lead to a variety of federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies. These include correctional institutions, juvenile corrections, and treatment facilities, law enforcement agencies, courts, private security, and investigation work. The Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Criminal Justice prepares students to complete the second half of a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Criminal Justice at a four-year university.

Degree Requirements: 60

The AAS/CRJ degree program prepares the student for a career in Law Enforcement, Corrections, Homeland Security, and for some private security career paths. Depending on the student’s background and related work experience, this degree will require the student to be able to qualify for admission to the CCA CO P.O.S.T.-approved Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy, and meet CO P.O.S.T. and statuatory law enforcement-specific background, legal, and fitness qualifications, to complete some of the specific degree core requirements. The program places a strong emphasis on reading, writing, and verbal comprehension skills; moral and ethical judgement; and empathetic awareness and demonstration of cultural diversity. Students are advised to consult with the academy and program Director/Chair before enrolling in the degree if they are not sure they meet the law enforcement training academy qualifications.

Degree Requirements: 61

The Diesel Power Mechanics program trains entry-level diesel technicians for any industry where the power is supplied by diesel engines. This can include over-the-road Truck & Trailer, Earth Moving/Construction Equipment, Agriculture Farm Equipment, Power Generation Equipment, Automobiles/Light Truck and Heavy Rail Locomotive. Service Technicians are equipment experts responsible for diagnosing problems, finding solutions, and performing the necessary service or repairs on diesel-powered equipment. They use cutting-edge diagnostic maintenance systems, advanced technologies, and high-tech tools to service machines and engines in a variety of diesel power industries. The Community College of Aurora gives their students a basic industry-standard education that makes transition much easier into higher learning institutions such as an OEM factory or product-specific training. The CCA Diesel Power Mechanics AAS Degree has been condensed into a very fast-paced twelve-month program. The associate’s degree program is designed for the entry-level students that have not completed the general education requirements and wish to enter and work towards the AAS degree. Proficiency in college-level mathematics, reading and sentence skills is mandatory to enter the degree program. Students are expected to pass ALL courses required for the degree (general education and core program) with a grade of C or higher. Furthermore, non-sponsored students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 and sponsored students are expected to maintain a GPA of 2.5. If a student earns a grade of D, F, or W, the student may be terminated from the Diesel program. Students interested should contact the Department chair at 303-340-7207.

Degree Requirements: 60

The Emergency Medical Provider (EMP) program is designed for students seeking careers in emergency medicine. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills required to function within the Emergency Medical Services System. Courses progress from EMT to Paramedic. All programs meet or exceed the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment requirements for certification eligibility. All EMS courses must be taken as an emphasis block of instruction as indicated below.

Please Note: This Program is Not Eligible for Financial Aid.

Certificate Requirements: 12

The Emergency Medical Provider (EMP) program is designed for students seeking careers in emergency medicine. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills required to function within the Emergency Medical Services System. Courses progress from EMT to Paramedic. All programs meet or exceed the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment requirements for certification eligibility. All EMS courses must be taken as an emphasis block of instruction as indicated below.

Students must be EMT certified from another institution, or complete EMS 1021, EMS 1022, and EMS 1023, EMS 1024 and EMS 1070 and earn the EMT Emphasis Certificate at CCA. Enrollment in Paramedic level courses require Colorado EMT IV, CPR certifications and BIO 1006.

The Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
1361 Park Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
FAX (214) 703-8992

This selective entry degree program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in fire service, or are currently employed as career or volunteer firefighters who wish to gain college credit for their training and pursue a degree. Please note you must first apply to CCA and then contact the FST program or an advisor for next steps.

Degree Requirements: 61

This selective entry certificate program is designed for students to take the Colorado Firefighter I (CO. FFI) certification test. The CO. FFI certification is required by some fire departments for application and is recognized by others in their job interview process. Please note you must first apply to CCA and then contact the FST program or an advisor for next steps.

Certificate Requirements: 17

When choosing a Paralegal program, it’s important to pick a college whose curriculum has the American Bar Association stamp of approval. Community College of Aurora is one of about 279 programs nationwide that has that distinction. An ABA-approved program means something to employers, who can be confident that all aspects of the curriculum have undergone rigorous review and that the delivery of classes, quality of education and student satisfaction will all fall within organizational guidelines.

At CCA, there’s the added benefit of faculty that are currently working, or have worked, in the legal field as both paralegals and attorneys. Students receive practical advice on what it’s like to work as a Paralegal within a law office, government setting or other legal fields.

This program, approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), combines an understanding of legal principles, legal analysis, and ethical considerations with practical applications.

Courses lead to an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate. To be awarded the Paralegal Certificate, the student must complete the certificate requirements and complete or submit evidence of having completed a degree (Associate or higher) from a regionally accredited institution, including ENG 1021, or the equivalent. Students who have not completed the degree requirement must complete the Associates of Applied Science – Paralegal Degree to receive the Paralegal Certificate.

In order to meet ABA requirements, only certain online Paralegal courses are applicable to this certificate. If the class is offered at CCA under the PAR prefix, it will apply to the certificate requirements. If you are transferring in paralegal credits, you are responsible for proving the method of delivery.

Students must take at least 10 semester credits of legal specialty courses through traditional classroom instruction. Students must take at least 15 credit hours of paralegal courses at CCA in order to receive the paralegal certificate.

You must apply for graduation on the website prior to your final semester to receive your certificate.

*A paralegal is a person, qualified by education, training or work experience, who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, corporation, governmental agency or other entity and who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible. Any act performed by a paralegal that requires a legal license to perform, unless otherwise authorized by applicable court rules, constitutes unauthorized practice of law.

Degree Requirements: 30 credits

The Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
1361 Park Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
FAX (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org

Degree Requirements: 62