Career and technical education programs give students practical training for jobs that require specific skills and knowledge in order to meet employers' needs. Through these training programs, students may earn an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree or a Career and Technical Certificate. The degree program normally requires two years of study; certificates are for programs one year or less.

Requirements

A candidate for a certificate in a career or technical program of at least three quarters in length must have earned a specified minimum of credits in related instruction in the areas of communications, computation and human relations/leadership. Applicable safety and hygiene requirements also must be completed. A student possessing proven competencies in these areas may be granted advanced standing. Advanced standing placements must be approved by the appropriate vice president or assistant dean. A minimum grade-point average of 2.0 must be maintained.

Additional programs of study are offered by Spokane Community College
and the Institute for Extended Learning.