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The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Accounting program is designed for students seeking to gain skills and knowledge in the field of accounting and tax. Possible entry-level positions for this program include accounting clerk, accounts payable/receivable clerk, claims clerk, credit clerk, bookkeeper, accounting intern, or comparable positions. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Accounting and a Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Enrolled Agent are also available.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Enrolled Agent program helps to prepare students for the Enrolled Agent Examination. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Enrolled Agent credential allows tax practitioners to represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to collections, audits, and appeals. Enrolled Agents' expertise in the continually changing field of taxation enables them to effectively represent taxpayers at all administrative levels within the IRS. Students who successfully complete this CCL may also seek employment as tax preparers.

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Small Business Start-Up program is designed to meet the needs of individuals who wish to become entrepreneurs. Courses provide a background in marketing, management, finance, and a capstone course in which students complete a business plan. The goal of the Small Business Start-Up certificate is to create a foundation for prospective small business owners and contribute to the long-term success of the business community.

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner builds the practical knowledge and skills of cloud computing. Cloud computing provides reliable, scalable, secure, and flexible technology solutions for personal and business use. This CCL will introduce students new to or interested in cloud computing to the fundamental concepts of cloud services as well as hands-on opportunities to apply these concepts to real-world applications. Students with the requisite experience in the field who complete this CCL can pursue employment in a variety of information technology jobs. This CCL also helps to prepare students for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certified Cloud Practitioner exam, which is the first level of the AWS certification.

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

Preparation for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacking examination. In-depth exploration of how to effectively protect computer networks from risks ranging from malicious infiltration to cyber-warfare. Includes examination of ethical hacking, relevant tools and methodologies, and its importance to network security. Resources to identify new computer network vulnerabilities and counter security strategies will be discussed as well as an overview of relevant computer crime laws and penalties. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ITS110, or CNT205, or CIS270, or CIS271DB, or CIS272DB, or permission of Instructor.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Cisco Network Administration: CCNA provides training for those interested in working with network and Internet hardware. Knowledge and skills are developed to install, configure, and maintain Cisco routers and switches; configure advanced routing protocols, and Local Area Networks (LANs); troubleshoot hardware and software configurations; perform administrative tasks in a network. Taught by Cisco Certified professionals using the Cisco Networking Academy program curriculum, courses are designed to help prepare students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) examination. Students who complete this program may seek employment in a variety of environments. Additional Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in Cisco Network Administration and Security and Cisco Network Administration: CCNP, as well as an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Network and Systems Administration, are available.

Students must also take CNT150AB and CNT160AB to be ready for the CCNA (offered in Spring)
Students must also take CIS105 (Multiple Fall Sections Available)

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

Explore advanced technical aspects of maintaining and servicing computers. Emphasis placed on OS installation, maintenance, mobile devices, security, software troubleshooting, and on proper usage of tools, safety procedures, and professionalism. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Students must take *BPC170 and BPC270 to be ready for the A+ exam
*BPC170 is offered in the Spring

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

Managing Linux Operating Systems including sophisticated manipulation of file structures, backup systems, printing processes, troubleshooting, user account management, hard disk maintenance and configuration, process monitoring and prioritizing, kernel customization, and system resource control. Preparation for industry certifications such as the CompTIA Linux+, the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), and the Linux Professional Institute (LPIC-1). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS126DL or CIS126RH or permission of the Instructor.

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

Overview of networks. Emphasis on the elements of a network, current issues and products, and use of a network. Includes terminology, hardware and software components, connectivity, resource monitoring and sharing, electronic mail and messaging, and security issues. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA Network+ examination. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

Threats to security of information systems; responsibilities and basic tools for information security, including communication security, infrastructure security, organizational security and basic cryptography. Introduction to the language of network security and hardware, software and firmware components of an information security system for local, metropolitan, enterprise, and wide area networks. Helps prepare participants for the Comptia Security+ exam and the GIAC Security Essentials Certificate (GSEC). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270 or CIS190 or CNT140AB or MST150++ or permission of Instructor.

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Video Game Production: Audio and Sound provides students with the introductory skills in audio and sound for video games. Coursework focuses on the music aspects of Video Game Production.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Video Game Production: Coding and Scripting provides students with the introductory skills to code and write script for video games.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Video Game Production: Game Art provides students with the introductory skills to design Art for video games.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Video Game Production: Game Narrative provides students with the introductory skills to write narrative for video games.

An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Video Game Production is available.

Be sure to speak to an Academic Advisor for a complete list of classes required for each certificate.

Be sure to speak to an Academic Advisor for a complete list of classes required for each certificate.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Music Business I is designed to provide aspiring music industry professionals with a broad background in music management, production, and entrepreneurship activities. The program combines foundational and applied learning experiences to help students gain a strategic understanding of commercial music as both an art and profession. There is a Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Music Business II available as well as an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Music Industries: Music Business.

Be sure to speak to an Academic Advisor for a complete list of classes required for each certificate.

Be sure to speak to an Academic Advisor for a complete list of classes required for each certificate.

Be sure to speak to an Academic Advisor for a complete list of classes required for each certificate.

Technical Theatre: Audio Technician, Certificate of Completion (CCL) prepares students to apply live sound reinforcement in theatre productions. Classes include instruction in live sound reinforcement, setting up equipment, and sound design for theatrical productions.

Technical Theatre: Costuming CCL provides students with skills in the acquisition, construction, alteration, and maintenance of costumes for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in costume construction, theory and period styles.

Technical Theatre: Puppetry CCL provides students with skills in puppetry for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in the creation and operation of puppets in performance.

Technical Theatre: Lighting CCL provides students with skills in lighting for theatrical performances. Courses Include instruction in basic circuiting and dimmer application, lighting plots, programming, hanging and focus of lighting instruments, light board operation, and safety in the theatre.

Technical Theatre: Properties CCL provides students with skills in the acquisition, construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of properties for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in prop construction, sewing, use of tools, and creation and maintenance of production paperwork.

Technical Theatre: Stage Crew Technician CCL provides students with skills to work on theatrical productions as part of the stage crew. The courses include instruction in general theatre knowledge and safety and provide opportunities for hands-on theatrical production experience.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Emergency Medical Technology curriculum provides the student with the necessary knowledge and skills in accordance with the National EMS Scope of Practice published by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Arizona Department of Health Services. Successful completion of the curriculum and upon licensure, the candidate can seek employment with ambulance service companies, first responder agencies, fire departments, and hospitals as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Emphasis is on the fundamental principles and skills required to provide emergency medical care for the ill or injured. The primary focus of an EMT is to respond to, assess and triage emergent, urgent, and non-urgent requests for medical care, apply basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and medical transportation to/from an emergency or health care facility.

  This program is eligible for Route to Relief funding.