School Details
Alexandria Technical & Community College is a two year, public institution geared towards career preparation and comprehensive lifelong learning. With high-quality technical and transfer programs, ATCC commits to high expectations for hard working students.
Online programs at ATCC lead to associate’s degrees and several options for transfer pathways. Studies range from business and technology to healthcare and paralegal programs. These opportunities to complete associate’s degrees online can lead directly to bachelor’s degree programs at other institutions.
Accreditation & Licensing
Alexandria Technical & Community College is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
An Associate in Arts degree in History is available online with Alexandria Technical & Community College. This program is designed for students interested in further academic study upon completion of required courses. Credits are directly transferable towards Minnesota State universities History bachelor’s degree programs.
Courses include but are not limited to:
- Natural science
- Humanities
- Ethic and civic diversity
- Composition
Graduates may pursue pathways in education, geography, law, research, and more. Take the academic leap with ATCC online and develop a skill set to prepare for today’s professional marketplace. Deepen your comprehension and professional standing, and reach beyond personal and educational goals with a high-quality associate’s degree.
Earn an Associate in Arts degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences with Alexandria Technical & Community College online. This program is ultimately designed for those planning transfer into public or private institutions to earn a bachelor’s degree. Students take on a breadth of career and technical exploration through courses including but not limited to:
- Interpersonal communication
- Social technology
- General psychology
- Critical thinking in society
- Ethics
Benefits included within this fully online degree range from individualized advising to flexible course scheduling. Take the academic step towards higher learning, or discover professional pathways with ATCC online. Earn an associate’s degree and reach beyond personal and academic goals today.
Alexandria Technical & Community College offers an Associate in Science degree in Individualized Studies to the nontraditional student. This highly flexible, fully online program is designed for those interested in transfer to a bachelor’s degree program. Focus on specialized career interests through courses including but not limited to studies in:
- Critical thinking
- Written and oral communications
- Human diversity
- Ethical and civic responsibility
Combine and coordinate various subjects into the program, working collaboratively with faculty and staff to best define a professional pathway. Develop leadership, research, and interpersonal skills. Take on an online associate’s degree with ATCC and help strengthen the economic, social, and cultural life of your community today.
Business
An Associate in Science degree in Accounting is available online with Alexandria Technical & Community College. Enrolled students are able to take advantage of small class sizes and hands-on learning, guided by experienced faculty. Studies include but are not limited to:
- Business technology
- Principles of accounting
- Government and nonprofit accounting
- Mathematical reasoning
Graduates with this degree may seek further education, or pursue pathways as tax paraprofessionals, audit assistants, staff accountants, and more. Develop a financial and managerial skill set and open a variety of opportunities in private and public sectors of today’s marketplace. Earn an associate’s online with ATCC to take the next academic step in your career today.
Alexandria Technical & Community College offers an online Associate in Arts degree in Economics to the nontraditional student. This program is designed specifically for students interested in pursuing further academic study. Credits are directly transferable towards Minnesota State universities bachelor’s degree programs.
Studies include but are not limited to:
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Oral communication
- Humanities
Start a rewarding career as a research analyst, consultant, lawyer, policy analyst, and more with an economics degree from ATCC. Develop critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills through customized training. Take the leap towards a professional pathway and academic excellence today.
Alexandria Technical and Community College offers an online Associate's degree in Business, which is designed to help students learn about the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will gain a basic knowledge of business processes, functions, and understanding of business organizations in the current global economy. Classes include various business concepts such as economics, management, accounting, business law, and marketing.
Upon graduation, students can gain entry-level employment opportunities in any number of sectors, including government agencies, financial institutions, and large-to-small business or industry. This degree prepares students for a career and advancement in any business environment; it is also ideal for someone pursuing higher education in business as a start-up degree.
A Certificate in Retail Management is available online with Alexandria Technical & Community College. This program provides students with the educational requirements of today’s competitive retail industry. Studies are applicable to all areas of retail and business, and include topics such as:
- Accounting
- Management
- Interpersonal communication
- Marketing
Study the concepts and history of management, and develop skills in analyzation, interpretation, and preparation that are highly desired in business environments. Discover strategies propelling sales and consumer satisfaction and learn how to bring quality to your workplace. Take on the Retail Management Certificate with ATCC online and find your professional calling today.
Computer Science & IT
Alexandria Technical & Community College offers an associate’s degree in Computer Information Systems that is designed to transfer into a bachelor’s level program. Students can choose the courses that best correspond to the requirements of their intended transfer institution.
In this online Computer Information Systems degree, students learn about hardware, database and spreadsheet applications, and the Windows operating system. Courses cover topics such as Linux administration, Cisco, virtual computing, and defensive security. Students take general education courses from the six goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
You can take a step towards a worthy career with the Associate in Science in Law Enforcement / Peace Officer/Public Safety from Alexandria Technical & Community College. The online law enforcement degree easily transfers to bachelor’s degree programs in related fields.
Through the online public safety associate’s degree program, you begin your training in criminal justice. Your online studies may include such topics as:
- Criminal procedures
- Social problems
- Abnormal psychology
- Criminal investigations
You can train for a rewarding career in information technology with the Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity, Virtualization, & Networking from Alexandria Technical & Community College. The online cybersecurity degree offers coursework in such topics as:
- Virtual computing
- Linux administration
- Defensive security
- Advanced network operating systems
Through the online information technology associate’s degree program, you learn to design, configure, and create computer networks. Your online studies also cover how to create cybersecurity infrastructure for industry and business applications.
Healthcare
The online Associate in Applied Science in Medical Administrative Specialist prepares students for a variety of health information and administrative support staff roles in the healthcare field. The curriculum teaches office and computer skills, such as communications, scheduling, transcription, coding, insurance claims submission, and billing and collections, along with knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, and pharmacology. Stress is placed on the importance of confidentiality, accuracy, and productivity in the medical environment and proficiency in technology used in medicine.
The online Associate in Applied Science in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant trains students to help both children and adults with communication disorders to improve speech and language skills. Courses include topics such as speech development, phonetics, voice and diction, communication disorders, child development, and alternative communication.
Earn a Certificate in Medical Coding Specialist through Alexandria Technical & Community College online. This program is designed for students interested in the quickly growing field of medical coding, and complexities of today’s healthcare system. Topics covered by this certificate include but are not limited to:
- ICD coding
- CPT/HCPCS
- Medicolegal and reimbursement issues
- Advanced coding
Learn how to apply the language of medicine to professional coding standards. Study anatomy and physiology, pharmacology laboratory medicine, medical finance, and more. Develop comprehensive skills in administrative procedures and code application as it pertains to today’s healthcare systems. Discover the principles, guidelines, and conventions of coding with ATCC online today.
Alexandria Technical & Community College offers an online Certificate in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to the nontraditional student. This program is for those who have already earned a bachelor’s degree in speech language hearing sciences. Enrolled students may be interested in becoming a qualified specialist in a growing market, working with children and adults who have communication disorders.
Studies include but are not limited to:
- Stuttering
- Speech sound disorders
- Language disorders
- Treatment
Discover the scope and principles of practice in speech pathology. Develop language assessment materials, techniques, and methods to enhance practice in the field. Learn the communication devices applicable to language therapy and the strategies to better understand those who most need help to communicate.
The online Medical Coding Specialist Diploma prepares students for the field of medical coding and focuses on developing an understanding of the language of medicine and the ability to apply it to professional coding standards. Courses cover the areas of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, laboratory medicine, medical finance, and coding. Students learn to use computer software programs such as encoders and electronic medical records systems.
Psychology & Human Services
Students who want to support people with disabilities in the health, human service, or education fields may be interested in this online human services degree. The AAS in Human Services Practitioner program teaches how to work with people in need from all age groups, from children to adolescents, adults, and seniors. Students will learn about topics including human behavior, communication, and medications.
Students enrolled in this AA in Psychology program are able to transfer credits directly into Psychology bachelor’s programs at Minnesota State universities. This online psychology degree includes courses in human diversity, abnormal psychology, life span psychology, and psychology of addictions. Rounding out the curriculum are classes from the fields of natural science, humanities, English, and math.
Alexandria’s online sociology degree is specifically designed so that graduates can transfer to one of seven Minnesota State universities with junior-year status. All courses transfer and apply to bachelor’s degrees in sociology, social science, or applied sociology.
Students can expect courses such as:
- People and the Environment
- Human Sexuality
- Social Problems
- Women’s Studies
- Sociology of Popular Culture
Students graduating with this online human services degree can go on to work with people with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues, substance abuse, traumatic brain injuries, or other medical conditions. With this diploma, learn about community social welfare services, ethics, and direct service professionalism, and take part in an internship.
Possible jobs upon completion of diploma:
- Direct service worker
- Job coach
- Group home worker
- Designated coordinator