Degrees: Associate in Applied Science
Occupational Development
Associate in Applied Science in Occupational Development is designed to provide for cooperatively sponsored educational opportunities leading to associate degrees for students in approved apprenticeship training programs. The specific course of study is determined by agreements between Eastern and the training sponsor. Mandatory components in the program include a general education core, classroom training, and on-the-job experience.
- Component I: General Education Core (20+ credit hours)
- Component II: Classroom Instruction in the Occupation (40 credit hours maximum)
- Component III: On-the-Job-Training in the Occupation (12 credit hours maximum)
- Total Credit Hours in Program: 60+
Students interested in customized degree programs should contact their academic advisor for details. Upon completion of these programs, graduates will be able to:
- Effectively use both written and verbal communication in the workplace
- Demonstrate an understanding of technical skills required in the specific occupational area through the successful completion of an approved apprenticeship or training program
- Demonstrate knowledge of interpersonal skills and their application in the workplace
- Apply principles of mathematics and science to contemporary issues in society and in the workplace
Occupational Development approved partnerships include:
- Apprenticeship for Child Development Specialist (ACDS): U.S. Department of Labor, WV Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, WV Child Development Specialist program, and WV Department of Education
- Carpenter & Joiner: United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America – Local 1024 and US Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training
- Industrial Equipment Maintenance: American Woodmark Corporation; South Branch Career & Technical Center; and US Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training
- Leadership: American Woodmark Corporation and US Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training
- Millwright: United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Of America – Local 1024 and US Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training
Technical Studies
Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies is designed for students participating in college level education and training programs sponsored by business, industry, government agencies, labor organizations or other professional organizations.
- Component I: General Education Core (21+ credit hours)
- Component II: Technical Core (39 credit hours maximum)
- Component III: Technical/Occupational Specialty (39 credit hours maximum)
- Component IV: On-the-Job-Training (12 credit hours maximum)
- Total Credit Hours in Program: 60 – 72
Technical Studies Approved Partnerships include:
- Industrial Maintenance: South Branch Career and Technical Center (Adult Division)
- Residential Care Specialist, Special Needs Children: WV Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Technical Studies: Information Systems
The Technical Studies in Information Systems Program was developed as part of a statewide Information Technology (IT) curriculum program (WV-ExcITE). This program will offer students a solid background in computer technology complemented by a full array of vendor certification training choices. The program will be developed in a web delivery format and delivered throughout the state. Students may take courses locally, where provided, or take the statewide courses via the web. Contact the program advisor to for information.
Program Requirements: All students in the degree must complete a series of courses in four components:
- Component I: General Education;
- Component II: Technical Core;
- Component III: Certifications*;
- Component IV: On-the-Job Training
- Total Credit Hours in Program: 66 (minimum)
*Component III offers the student a choice from a variety of vendor certifications.
Certificates:
Paraprofessional in Education Certificate: 36 Semester Hours
The Paraprofessional in Education Certificate is designed to give students the skills to serve in a support capacity within the education system. Paraprofessionals provide instructional and clerical support for classroom teachers in elementary, middle, and high school settings. The Certificate Program: Paraprofessional in Education aligns existing courses at Eastern with the requirements for the West Virginia State Paraprofessional Certificate. The Certificate requires a minimum of 36 credit hours. Students who intend to complete an Associate of Applied Science degree will follow the requirements for the A.A.S. in Individualized Career Studies degree.
Upon successful completion of the program the graduate will be able to:
- Respond to the heath and safety needs of children
- Assess children's growth and development
- Plan and implement children's routine within a classroom setting
- Arrange and manage learning centers
- Identify and implement positive discipline strategies that can be utilized by child care worker in the child care setting
- Develop and implement age-appropriate activities that provide learning through the child's level of communication, interest and imagination
- Plan developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children
- Identify and work with children with special needs within a variety of child care settings
- Demonstrate appropriate responses to nurture and develop positive self esteem in pre-school age children
- Communicate with parents and families
- Maintain records according to state and federal guidelines
Collegiate Certificate in Technical Studies
- Component I: General Education Core (Minimum of 6 credit hours)
- Component II: Technical/Occupational Specialty (24 credit hours maximum)
- Component III: Supervised Worksite-Based Training or
- On-the-Job-Training in the Occupation (6 credit hours maximum)
- Total Credit Hours in Program: 30 – 36
Technical Studies Approved Partnerships include:
- Industrial Maintenance: South Branch Career and Technical Center (Adult Division)
- Residential Care Specialist, Special Needs Children: WV Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
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