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The Computer Information Systems-Information Technology degree program provides a solid foundation in computing areas most important in today's workplace — including PC operating systems, common applications software, data communications and networking, database management systems, computer programming, and systems analysis and design.  In addition to required courses all students take in the program, elective courses may be chosen to develop specialization in a selected area of computing or to obtain a broader understanding of computer technologies and how they fit together. (Ma

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The goal of the Medical Assistant Proficiency Certificate is to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) learning domains. Medical assistants are the only allied health professionals specifically trained to work in ambulatory settings, such as physicians' offices, clinics and group practices. As multi-skilled allied health team members, medical assistants perform a variety of administrative and clinical procedures in these settings.

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The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Chemistry degree program is for students who wish to pursue baccalaureate studies in the chemical or physical sciences or who plan to continue with professional studies, such as pre-pharmacy, pre-medical or pre-dental programs. This curriculum parallels the first two years of study offered in the chemistry programs of other colleges and universities.

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The Business - General program is specifically designed to prepare students to transfer to a four-year business school. The program allows students to transfer to a variety of business programs, including Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, or other business areas. It provides the fundamental knowledge necessary to be a successful business student with the ultimate goal of graduation from a business transfer institution and finding employment in the business field. Students are required to enroll in BUSL 101 within the first twelve credits.

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Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs) are professionals that work in health care settings to test, maintain and repair medical equipment, such as ECG and blood pressure monitors, defibrillators, ventilators, infusion pumps, among others. BMETs typically work for hospitals, medical device manufacturers, or third party companies that provide service to hospitals.

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The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Biology degree program is for students who wish to pursue baccalaureate studies in the biological sciences or plan to fulfill prerequisite courses for pre-pharmacy school or for programs such as pre-veterinary, pre-medical, and pre-dental. To enable seamless transfer, this curriculum is designed to parallel the first two years of study offered in biology programs at other colleges and universities.

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The Behavioral Health/Human Services degree program is designed for students interested in working in the field of Human Services. Students will have the opportunity to study human behavior and human development within the context of the psychological, social and biophysical environments in which people live. They will develop skills needed to work with individuals, groups, and communities. They will develop the value base from which they will practice and learn the ethical standards of the helping professions.

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The Automotive Service II Proficiency Certificate is designed for individuals who are interested in building upon their previously gained Automotive Service I Proficiency Certificate. Students who complete the Automotive Service II Proficiency Certificate will be prepared to obtain advanced technical employment in a small shop, dealership, or chain-based repair facility. When completed, the courses may be applied towards the Automotive Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree.

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The Automotive Service I Proficiency Certificate is designed for individuals who are interested in entering the field of automotive technology with a basic set of core skills. Students who complete the Proficiency Certificate will be prepared to obtain employment in a small shop, dealership, or franchise-based repair facility. When completed, the courses may be applied towards the Automotive Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree. The Automotive Technology program is located at the Career and Advanced Technology Center (CATC).

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The Art and Design curriculum leads to the Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree for students planning to transfer to baccalaureate programs or accredited art schools after study at Community College of Philadelphia. This curriculum prepares students for either a B.F.A. (Bachelor of Fine Arts) or a B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) program.