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The Associate of Arts in General Education degree at Iowa Central Community College is an online liberal arts degree.  This is a transfer degree, designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university but who want to begin with an affordable and accommodating program.  With this liberal arts degree students complete a diverse curriculum that ultimately works towards their goal of earning a four-year degree.  You will take courses in various subjects, including:

• Math
• English
• Psychology
• Science
• History

Graduates of this degree program will have completed the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program.

The online AAS in Business degree is available at Iowa Central Community College.  This program is designed for students looking to have the background necessary to move into entry-level positions in the business field. You will have the opportunity to complete business courses in economics, management, marketing and entrepreneurship. Further grow your skill sets with topics in communication, computer applications and electives which meet your career goals. Round out your studies with an internship.

The Associate in Applied Science in Computer Networking Technology is an online network administration degree from Iowa Central Community College.  The internet, global networking, and other technology is booming along with the job opportunities in the field and students completing this program will gain the skills needed to succeed in these positions.  This degree is designed so that students understand the telecommunications industry and are able to install, troubleshoot communication hardware/software, administer a local area network and integrate innovative technologies that are currently in demand.  Using a theoretical and hands-on approach to networking, you will benefit from practical experience.  

This Computer Networking Technology program prepares graduates to obtain networking certifications including, Microsoft, A+, N+, and Cisco.

The Associate in Applied Science in Securing Information Technology from Iowa Central Community College is an online information security degree.  With the rise in information technology and the use of cyber security, there is a corresponding increase in the need for professionals capable of investigating and analyzing cybercrimes.  The curriculum provides the skills needed to maintain security protocols on information technology networks of various sizes along with the knowledge and skills that will help students investigate and analyze cyber intrusions.  You will be able to protect critical information, critical network infrastructure, assess threats and vulnerabilities, and document and assist with forensic analysis of cyber incidents. 

Topics covered include:

• Information confidentiality
• Compliance
• Data and system integrity
• Authenticity
• Network infrastructure

Advance your employability with this online criminal justice degree. It is designed for those seeking careers in law enforcement, corrections, judicial services, and forensic laboratories. Gain a strong liberal arts foundation. You will also gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the criminal justice field. Pursue a career in investigations, traffic enforcement, evidence collection, inmate supervision, hunting regulation enforcement, court services, administration, and more. Complete such courses as:

• Defensive Tactics 
• Overview of Cybercrime 
• Criminology 
• Juvenile Delinquency 
• Terrorism Response

Learn from instructors who have experience in the field.

While this online criminal justice degree is mainly designed for those planning to immediately enter the workforce, it can also be used as a stepping stone to a four-year college or university.

Advance your employability with this online criminal justice degree. It is designed for those planning on transferring to a four-year college or university. Gain a strong liberal arts foundation. You will also gain a strong foundation in the criminal justice discipline, preparing for such majors as:

• Criminology
• Criminal Justice
• Criminal Justice Studies
• Criminology, Law, and Justice

Learn from instructors who have experience in the field.

While this online criminal justice degree is primarily designed for those planning to continue their education, it also prepares students for entry-level positions in criminal justice professions.

The online Associate of Professional Studies in Health Care Administration prepares students to thrive in the current health care industry.  Courses teach students to plan, supervise, and direct the delivery of health care.  Courses will cover materials including the aging population, healthcare, economics, management, and accounting.

• Introduction to Human Disabilities and Services
• Ethics for Human Services Professionals
• Introduction to Counseling Theories
• Introduction to Gerontology
• Human Behavior in the Social Environment