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RCTC offers a variety of certificates, AS degrees, and AAS degrees.
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What is the difference between
the AS degrees, AAS degrees, and Diplomas and Certificates?
The Associate
in Science Degree (AS) is designed to meet
both transfer and career training goals. The AS is granted in a specific
major. Half of the course work is in the program area and half is from
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (general education and liberal arts).
The
Associate in Applied Science Degree (ASS) is primarily
intended for students who plan to use the competence gained through their
degree for immediate employment. The AAS degree is granted in a specific
major. Typically at least one-half of the course work is in the program
area approximately one-third is from the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
(general education and liberal arts), and the balance of credits are
either in the program area or general education depending on the program.
The Diplomas and Certificates are intended for
students who want to focus on specific occupational skills for immediate
employment or career advancement. The Certificates are the shortest duration
programs at RCTC followed by Diplomas.
Updated: July 26, 2010 4:28 PM
