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Scottsdale Arts and Maricopa Community Colleges Alliance

The Maricopa Community Colleges have aligned with Scottsdale Arts to prepare future artists to succeed in the workforce.

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At Maricopa Community Colleges, we are committed to supporting graduates like you as you seek to start or advance your career. In partnership with Scottsdale Arts, we're excited to offer the programs below to help you fulfill your career aspirations. These programs were selected just for you because they all help you quickly earn in-demand skills that employers are hiring for now! 

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About the Partnership

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Alliance Features

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  1. Dedicated enrollment team: We offer you a dedicated support team and streamlined access to credit-bearing college classes with any of our 10 community colleges.  We offer flexible learning options that work with your busy schedule.

    ACE Program: The Achieving a College Education (ACE) scholarship empowers high schoolers to go beyond their comfort zone. You will develop skills to attend college and plan a rewarding future, while still maintaining your high school classes. See link for eligibility requirements.
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  3. Streamlined Scholarships: To make college even more affordable, students can access dozens of scholarships through the Maricopa Community College Foundation with a single application
    Fall Scholarship Application Cycle: March 1 - April 30
    Spring Scholarship Application Cycle: September 1 - April 30
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  5. Wraparound Support: 
  6. Access a multitude of Career Services offered to you at no charge at PVCC such as resume writing, job searching, mock interviews and career panels.
    Visit our PVCC Fine Arts Program webpage for additional information about the Associate of Applied Science and University transfer programs.
    Visit our PVCC webpage to meet PVCC Alumni and learn about their educational and professional journeys.

Featured Programs

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 VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

Audio Production Technologies

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Audio Production Technologies offers students hands-on study of audio engineering and related media fields. Students learn and apply the concepts and theories associated with music recording, live sound reinforcement, and sound design. The program is designed to give students foundational knowledge and experience essential in the field of audio production. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) is also available.

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

Music Business I/Music Business II

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.

Stage Combat
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Stage Combat is designed for actors, choreographers, directors, stage managers, fight captains, and those responsible for theater hiring who want to add stage combat and fight captain skills to their repertoire. Equips theater and film professionals with the skills and training needed to pursue Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) Certified Actor Combatant credentials in eight weapons categories, preparing them for potential recognition as Advanced Actor Combatants. Students who complete the program will have access to SAFD certification exams and acquire a depth and breadth of expertise in stage combat to function as a fight captain on a stage or screen production crew.

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

Technical Theatre: Audio Technician/Costuming/Lighting/Properties/Puppetry/Stage Crew Technician

Note: These certificates are not eligible for Financial Aid

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.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Costuming is designed to provide 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. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Lighting is designed to provide 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. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Properties is designed to provide 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. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Puppetry is designed to provide students with skills in puppetry for theatrical performances. Courses include instruction in the creation and operation of puppets in performance. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.

Associates in Arts, Fine Arts (Emphasis in...)

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Art degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in fine arts, including painting, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, sculpture, metals, photography, and drawing. This degree offers an emphasis in creative problem-solving that is required in most career fields. With an associate degree, students may pursue a career as a practicing artist. With a bachelor or graduate degree in fine arts, students may also pursue a career in museums, galleries, community-based art organizations, or art instruction.

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Dance provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who intend to specialize in dance. With an associate degree, students may pursue a number of careers, including but not limited to, dance performance, choreography, dance studio instruction, and fitness instruction. Upon completion of a bachelor`s degree, students may pursue a career in several areas including a dance education at the secondary level, artistic direction, and stage management. Upon completion of a graduate degree, students may pursue a career in dance education at the post-secondary level.

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Music degree is designed for students planning to transfer to four-year colleges and universities with majors in the Fine/Performing Arts. The degree is designed to prepare students to meet selective admission criteria for programs, such as the Bachelor of Music, which may require an audition. Embedded areas of emphasis include choral, instrumental, guitar and popular music performance.

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Musical Theatre degree provides a foundation in performance and production practices in music, theatre, and dance. The degree is designed to prepare students to meet selective admission criteria for programs, such as the Bachelor of Musical Theatre, which may require an audition.

The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre provides a foundation in design, technical, and performance practices for students who wish to specialize in performing arts, including acting, directing, design and technology, stage management, playwriting, and dramaturgy. This degree helps students develop the communication, collaboration, and creative problem-solving skills that are sought after by most career fields. With an associate degree, students will be prepared to enter a career or for transfer to a bachelor degree program.

Support for every educational journey


  • No matter what your aspirations are, we can help!

    Create pathways to enhance your career

  • ➤ Earn an associate degree and/or a certificate

  • ➤ Prepare to transfer to a university

  • ➤ Develop your professional skills

  • ➤ Help your professional growth within your organization

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