At PVCC, you may choose from a variety of associate degree and certificate programs to meet your educational and career goals. We also offer noncredit workforce classes and certificates as well as individual classes for personal enrichment. Our Career Pathways is tailored specifically to prepare adults or high school students for programs at PVCC.
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Summary of Programs
Associate of Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)
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Prepares you to work in a technical field following graduation |
Two years to complete;
65-72 credit hours required*
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Associate of Arts Degree
(A.A.)
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Prepares you to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree |
Two years to complete;
60-63 credit hours required*
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Associate of Science Degree
(A.S.)
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Prepares you to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor of Science degree |
Two years to complete;
60-63 credit hours required*
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| Career Pathways
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Enables high school students or adult learners to complete college-level courses and earn credits in preparation for entry into a degree or certificate program at PVCC. |
See Career Pathways for details. |
Career Studies Certificate
(CSC)
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Designed to enhance your job skills or help you change your career |
One-two semesters to complete;
9-29 credit hours required
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Certificate
(C)
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Prepares you for a specific job or aspect of a job |
Two-three semesters to complete;
30-46 credit hours required
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Workforce Certificates and Courses
(Noncredit)
Varies from one-half day to several months to complete
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Designed to upgrade job skills, begin a new career. Noncredit classes cannot fulfill degree requirements. Personal enrichment courses also offered through Workforce Services. |
May earn certificates or Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) upon completion of some classes or programs |
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* Virginia Community College System minimum number of semester hour credits for associate degrees
