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Dallas College
Associate of Arts in Teaching (Campus)
- Dallas, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) degree is a Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) approved collegiate degree program consisting of lower-division courses intended for transfer to baccalaureate programs that lead to initial Texas teacher certification. Each A.A.T. degree consists of the Core Curriculum selected by Dallas College and additional coursework required for the specific certification sought.
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Mesa Community College
Associate in Arts in Political Science
- Mesa, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
At all times, the political climate calls for skilled interpreters to help the public navigate new information, policies, and current events. These shepherds take the form of social science research assistants, political reporters and correspondents, political scientists, and lawyers. As a student of the Political Science program, you’ll have the opportunity to take your passion for political science and liberal arts to a local, national, or global level. Learn how to define, defend, and critique political concepts, systems, and theories while demonstrating effective communication skills for a diverse world.
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LaSalle College Vancouver
Associate of Arts Degree
- Vancouver, Canada
Associate of Arts
Full time
1 Year
On-Campus
English
The Associate of Arts degree at LaSalle College Vancouver prepares graduates for further study in a Faculty of Arts bachelor’s degree program at one of British Columbia’s universities. The program provides students a comprehensive liberal arts education in a supportive and nurturing learning environment and supports the development of strong critical thinking, communication, and research skills sought after by employers. Students can be expected to complete the program in 1 to 2 years.
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Berkeley City College
Associate of Arts in Social Work and Human Services for Transfer
- Berkeley, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Associate in Arts in Social Work and Human Services for Transfer is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution as Social Work and Human Services majors. In this program, the students gain exposure to the field of social and human service work. Students who successfully complete the AA-T in Social Work and Human Services earn specific guarantees for transfer to the CSU system: admission to a CSU with junior status and priority admission to a local CSU campus and to a program or major in Social Work and Human Service or a similar major.
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Mt. San Antonio College
Associate of Arts in Journalism for Transfer
- Los Angeles, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Associate of Arts in Journalism for Transfer provides a broad base of education in the discipline and introduces students to journalism and multimedia. It gives students the option of studying journalistic writing for traditional and online media. Completion of the degree provides students with the core skills and knowledge needed to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Journalism.
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Edmonds College
Associate of Arts in Sociology
- Lynnwood, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
Blended, Distance learning, On-Campus
English
Sociology examines how societies shape people's lives and how individuals shape the societies in which they live. Sociologists study social institutions, like the family, education, and criminal justice, as well as relations between groups based on race, gender, sexuality, and social class. Sociology courses allow you to gain skills for jobs in business, health care, criminal justice, government agencies, various nonprofit organizations, and other venues.
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Northern Lights College
Associate of Arts Degree Health Studies
- Dawson Creek, Canada
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
NLC's Associate of Arts Degree (Health Studies) prepares students for entry into health-related degree programs, with an emphasis on the University of Northern British Columbia's Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program. The two-year Associate Degree (Health Studies) provides broad coverage across the Arts and Sciences while introducing students to nursing as a career and meeting UNBC's core prerequisite requirements in the social sciences, English, Indigenous studies, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, psychology, and statistics. Students who complete NLC's Associate of Arts Degree (Health Studies) with UNBC's grade requirements have an optimal transfer pathway into the Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program (Please see the NBNP webpage for more information) and will be included among NLC students who have first claim to a designated number of seats each year. The partnership between NLC and UNBC enables prospective Registered Nurses to complete their post-secondary education in the north, for employment in the north.
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Riverside City College
Associate of Art in Social & Behavioral Studies
- Riverside, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Social and Behavioral Studies is a collection of academic disciplines dedicated to the scholarly study of the human experience. As a comprehensive and multidisciplinary area of study, Social and Behavioral Studies will afford the student an opportunity to explore and examine the nature and multitude of interactive relationships amongst and between individuals and between the individual and their social environment; ranging from the development of the individual to the nuances of interpersonal interaction, to the dynamic structures of national and global communities. Ultimately, the student of Social and Behavioral Studies will gain a heightened awareness of the nature of their individuality, attain a greater understanding and appreciation of the complexities and diversity of the world in which they live, and, become better equipped to succeed in an increasingly diverse and complex society.
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Delaware County Community College
Associate in Arts, Social Work
- Philadelphia, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
4 semesters
Blended
English
The Social Work Associate in Arts curriculum was developed to meet the needs of current and prospective students interested in transferring to a college or university and eventually earning a Bachelor in Social Work degree. The curriculum provides students with introductory-level knowledge in the field of social work study and supports a seamless transfer to the junior-level status at a four-year college or university offering a Council of Social Work Education-Accredited Bachelor in Social Work degree (BSW).
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Mission College
Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer
- Santa Clara, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
60 hours
On-Campus
English
The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer (AA-T) The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer (AA-T in Psychology) is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Psychology. Psychology concerns itself with the study of human and animal behavior. This program provides students training both in pure science and in the practical application of science to matters of everyday life. This program is designed for students who seek to learn to examine psychological processes from multiple perspectives and to apply psychological principles and methods to personal and social issues in ways that promote self-understanding, personal development, and effective interpersonal relationships as members of a diverse society.
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Tacoma Community College
Associate of Arts in Communication Studies
- Tacoma, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
TCC's program provides an introduction to the concepts, theories, terminology, and current topics in the versatile and popular field of Communications. The Communication Studies (CMST) emphasis of the Associate of Arts (DTA) degree prepares students for the challenges of a world that are shaped by communication that is rich with intercultural exchange. Students specializing in Communication Studies examine and produce work in oral, written, media, and visual communication and practice critical skills in groups and one-on-one settings.
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San Jose City College
Associate of Arts Degree - Media Arts
- San Jose, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
Blended, On-Campus
English
The Media Arts program is a unique, interdisciplinary approach to the converging fields of journalism, communication, and new media technology. It responds to the need for people skilled in effective communications in all levels of society including industry, education, art and music, and the public arena.
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Lewis-Clark State College
Associate of Arts in Paraprofessional Education
- Lewiston, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Paraprofessional Education program prepares teaching assistants to work in K-12 schools in special education, reading, and general education classrooms. The program articulates the core requirements of the Elementary Teacher Education program while providing needed coursework to improve student learning. This degree is designed for teaching assistants and early childhood care providers.
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Merritt College
Associate of Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Oakland, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Associate in Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences degree program provides students with a broad perspective on human behavior. It is designed to stimulate appreciation for, and understanding of, values, ideas, and artifacts of culture and society. Critical thinking skills and self-understanding through these courses provide a framework for lifelong study in a variety of disciplines. Successful completion of the curriculum in Social and Behavioral Sciences offers students a breadth of knowledge that could be focused on single discipline degrees as well as applied to an interdisciplinary degree. The degree is intended for those who are considering transfer but have not decided on a major or for those who are required to complete a degree for a job promotion. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor to develop their own program of study.
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Laney College
Associate of Arts in Language Arts
- Oakland, USA
Associate of Arts
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Coursework in Language Arts emphasizes both the form and content of linguistic communication. Students will learn to examine communicative acts within a wider social context, and to apply the principles of language and rhetoric toward the development of logical thought, precise and effective expression, and critical evaluation.
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Associate of Arts Programmes Explained
Associate of arts (AA) degrees are academic degrees given given by community and technical colleges to students who complete two years of courses that center around a specific field of study. State and private universities generally do not award associate of arts degrees although it is common for students to earn their AA at a less expensive community or vocational college and transfer to a four-year university where they can pursue higher degrees.
Benefits of Earning An Associate of Arts
Students earning an AA degree are qualified to work in specialized positions after only two years of schooling.. For example, an associates of arts degree is all that is needed to work as a:Respiratory therapist, Dental hygienist, Assistant physical therapist, Radiology technologist, Paralega, Licensed practical nurse, Geological/petroleum technicians, Business adminstration, etc.
In addition, an associate of arts degree is perfect for those who prefer to enter the workforce as soon as possible without spending four or more years attending lectures, writing research intensive papers and completing internships.
Cost of Earning An Associate of Arts
Costs vary among educational institutions offering AA degrees but usually fall between $4000 and $6000 USD (3200 and 4750 EUR). Some degree programs cost less because they may not take the full two years to complete due to reduced credit requirement.
How Does Earning an AA Help Your Career?
Although an Associate of Arts is often one fo the first steps to getting a bachelor's degree, it’s a valid diploma in its own right and still a helpful tool for marketing your education to potential employers. It garantees you a better paying job as well as a wider set of skillsto add to your resume.
Why Take An Online Associate of Arts Degree Program?
Earning an online AA degree allows students to juggle family and work while preparing themselves for a more lucrative and enjoyable career. Online courses can be accessed and completed in a student's spare time because there is no need to physically be present at a brick and mortar school.
Where Can You Take Associate of Arts Courses?
Online Associate of Arts degrees can be taken anywhere in the world and are extremely popular in the U.S., Europe, Asia and South America due to their affordability, convenience and quick, class-to-work method of instruction.
How Do You Apply to an Associate of Arts Degree Program?
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