Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, C
The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program is designed to provide the job skills necessary for employment a beginning electrician or as a HVAC service technician. Special emphasis is placed upon the installation and repairing of residential and commercial air conditioning units.
48 Credits
CMT - Electromechanical Technology Specialization, AAS
The Electromechanical Technology Specialization of the Computerized Manufacturing Technology program trains students in various electrical, electronic, and mechanical components of systems.
65 Credits
3D- Design, CSC
The 3-D Design Technology program will introduce you to design techniques that will prepare you to work in engineering technology fields. Students will take courses in related areas only. All of the courses taken are in the Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology curriculum. These programs are the most widely used in industry in our service area.
17 Credits
Administrative Support Technology, AAS
The Administrative Support Technology major is designed to prepare individuals for positions in an office and/or to update skills of office workers.
65 Credits
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, CSC
The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Career Studies Certificate is designed to provide the job skills necessary for employment aa an entry level HVAC service technician.
17 Credits
AST - Medical Office Specialist, AAS
The Medical Office Specialist program is designed to prepare individuals for administrative support positions in medical offices.
66 Credits
Bioprocessing Operator, CSC
This program is designed to provide basic skills to qualify graduates for entry level jobs as bioprocessing operators.
19 Credits
Business Administration, AS
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities.
62 Credits
Chemical Process Operator, CSC
This program is designed to provide basic skills to qualify graduates for entry level jobs as chemical operators.
Clerical Assistant, C
The Clerical Assistant Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in an office. This will provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary for performance in today’s automated office.
32 Credits
Clinical Research Coordinator, CSC
The Clinical Research Coordinator Certificate is designed to provide entry-level specialization in the clinical trial operations. It supports, facilitates and coordinates clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in managing the clinical trial.
24 Credits
Computed Tomography (SWCC), CSC
The Career Studies Certificate in Computed Tomography Imaging is designed to prepare selected students to qualify as contributing members of the allied health interdisciplinary team.
Computer Networking Technology
The Computer Networking Technology student will take coursework in network infrastructure and Internet-working devices, network operating systems and network management.
64 Credits
Computer Software Specialist
The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Computer Software Specialist is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce as computer professionals trained in a variety of cutting-edge software packages. Students will participate in a comprehensive program that includes both classroom and lab instruction.
66 Credits
Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology, AAS
Classes offered in the Computer-Aided Drafting & Design Technology major program will introduce you to architectural and mechanical design that will prepare you to work as a drafts person. Approximately one-half of the courses taken are in drafting and design technology.
68 Credits
Computerized Manufacturing Technology, AAS
The Manufacturing Technology major is a broad-based curriculum that prepares students for a variety of technical positions within a manufacturing company. The company that hires the graduate, teaches the special skills and knowledge needed to be successful within the company.
65 Credits
Construction, CSC
The Building Construction program is designed to provide the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level construction technician. It is designed to be flexible and meet industry needs as they arise. This program is not offered continuously and admission is by permission only .
16 Credits
Correctional Services, AAS
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Correctional Services is to prepare individuals for careers in the criminal justice and Corrections occupations. Providing a broad foundation, which will prepare students to enter any of the many criminal justice fields.
67 Credits
Corrections Management and Supervision, CSC
The career studies certificate in Corrections Management and Supervision is designed for individuals in management and leadership positions in criminal justice and Corrections occupations.
CSS - Mobile Application Development, CSC
The Computer Software Specialist - Mobile Application Development Career Studies Certificate is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce as mobile application developers who can create and test business-oriented software applications.
18 Credits
Dental Assistant Certificate
Provide students with the theory, skills, laboratory and clinical experience to perform as dental assistants. Prepare students for employment in dental offices, hospitals, corporations, specialty dental clinics the public health setting and prep for the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB} Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) exam,
45 Credits
Dental Assistant II Expanded Function (GCC)
This program is being provided through an innovative, cooperative agreement with Germanna Community College. Germanna Community College offers a Career Studies Certificate in Expanded Functions Dental Assisting.
16 Credits
Early Childhood Development Special Needs
The Career Studies Certificate (CSC) in Special Needs allows individuals working in early childhood development and K-6 educators to gain valuable strategies for educating a special (and growing) population of under served students.
16 Credits
Early Childhood Development, CSC
This program is designed as an introduction to the field. The curriculum is designed to provide entry-level competencies documented by Virginia’s Competencies for Early Childhood Professionals.
16 Credits
Education, AS
The Associate of Science degree in Education is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. This degree plan is closely aligned to local universities and colleges.
61 Credits
Electrical Fabricator, CSC
The Electrical Fabricator program is designed to help students gain an understand of basic electrical theory, installation, and manufacturing. This certificate is designed to help students who are installing electrical devices in a manufacturing setting.
17 Credits
Electricity, CSC
The Electricity Career Studies Certificate is designed to provide the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level electrical technician. Special emphasis is placed upon the installation and repairing of residential electrical distribution systems.
17 Credits
Emergency Medical Services Technology, AAS
The purpose of this curriculum is to produce competent entry-level Paramedics who can provide the highest level of out-of-hospital care. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible for National Registry testing and certification. This credential leads to Paramedic licensure or certification in Virginia and most other states.
65 Credits
Emergency Medical Technician Advanced, CSC
The purpose of this curriculum is to produce competent, entry-level Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians who can service the community with advanced life support care via the Emergency Medical Services infrastructure. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible for National Registry testing and certification in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
25 Credits
Emergency Medical Technician Plus, CSC
The purpose of this curriculum is to produce competent entry-level EMTs who can provide basic out-of-hospital care. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible for National Registry testing and certification. This credential leads to EMT certification in Virginia and most other states.
19 Credits
Emergency Medical Technician, CSC
The purpose of this curriculum is to produce competent entry-level EMTs who can provide basic out-of-hospital care. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible for National Registry testing and certification. This credential leads to EMT certification in Virginia and most other states.
9 Credits
EMT Advanced and RN Bridge to Paramedic Bridge, CSC
The purpose of this curriculum is to produce competent entry-level Paramedics who can provide the highest level of out-of-hospital care. This program is only for current nationally registered AEMTs and RNs per approval of the Operational Medical Director.
29 Credits
Energy Technology - Electrical Emphasis, CSC
Graduates of the Energy Technology Electrical Emphasis Career Studies program are trained in the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level Electrical technician in both commercial and residential fields. These fields include leading edge technologies such as Solar PV and storage.
23 Credits
Energy Technology - Electrical Specialization, AAS
Graduates of the Energy Technology Electrical Specialization program are trained in the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level electrician in both commercial and residential fields. Course work includes a strong emphasis in electrical technology with related courses in computer applications, quality control, teamwork and communication.
67 Credits
Energy Technology - HVAC Emphasis
Graduates of the Energy Technology HVAC Emphasis Career Studies program are trained in the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level HVAC technician in both commercial and residential fields. These fields include leading edge technologies such as geothermal, and solar thermal systems.
23 Credits
Energy Technology, AAS
Graduates of the Energy Technology program are trained in the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level HVAC/Electrical technician in both commercial and residential fields. These fields include leading edge technologies such as geothermal, solar PV installation, and solar thermal systems.
66 Credits
Engineering, AS
The Associate of Science degree in Engineering is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities.
68 Credits
Environmental Science - Water/Wastewater Specialization, AAS
The Water/Wastewater Major student will take course work from a wide array of natural resource offerings. These courses stress the practical application of scientific principles to the treatment of water for human consumption and for protection of water resources.
65 Credits
Environmental Science, AAS
The Environmental Science student will take course work from a wide array of natural resource offerings. This will prepare the student to work in all areas of environmental science related jobs.
65 Credits
Forest Science, AAS
Forest Science students will take course work from a wide array of natural resource offerings. This will prepare the student to work in all phases of forest science from monitoring, managing, and protecting forest areas, harvesting timber, and producing primary and secondary wood products.
64-65 Credits
General Studies, AS
The Associate of Science degree in General Studies is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities.
61-63 Credits
Geographic Information Systems, CSC
Classes offered in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program will provide a hands-on approach to education that will prepare you to work with GIS in the field. The program will prepare you to address advanced topics in problem solving, decision making, modeling, programming, and data management, using 2-D and 3-D data.
16 Credits
Health Information Management, AAS
The Health Information Management (HIM) degree provides students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills required to perform a variety of specialized duties in a non-clinical healthcare setting. Graduates may seek positions as medical records technicians, coders, health information specialists, and similar designations.
68 Credits
Health Information Technology Analyst, CSC
The Health Information Technology Analyst provides students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills required to perform a variety of specialized duties in a non-clinical healthcare setting in healthcare IT, Health Information Management and Clinical Research.
24 Credits
Health Sciences, CSC
The Health Sciences Career Studies Certificate is designed for students preparing for admission through a selective/competitive process to a healthcare certificate or degree program. Although some courses are standard, each track will differ to some degree.
29 Credits
Industrial Maintenance, Cert
The Industrial Maintenance Certificate Program is intended to meet the increasingly sophisticated maintenance needs of institutions, businesses, and industries. As systems become more computerized and complex, new maintenance skills are needed to keep machines at peak performance.
41 Credits
Law Enforcement Management and Supervision, CSC
The career studies certificate in Law Enforcement Management and Supervision is designed for individuals in management and leadership positions in criminal justice and Law Enforcement occupations. It focuses on critical problem solving and ethics and leadership skills.
16 Credits
Legal Office Assisting, C
The Legal Office Assisting Certificate is designed to prepare students for an entry-level position in a legal office setting. Students will gain basic skills in word processing, telephone reception, ethics, and professionalism. Specialized legal courses are complemented by several general education courses.
30 Credits
Liberal Arts, AA
The Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities.
62 Credits
Machinery Maintenance, CSC
The Machinery Maintenance career studies program is designed to provide the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level industrial Maintenance.
16 Credits
Mammography Advanced Studies (SWCC), CSC
The Career Studies Certificate in Mammography Advanced Studies is designed to prepare selected students to qualify as contributing members of the allied health interdisciplinary team.
4 Credits
Management, AAS
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Management prepares students for employment in entry-level management positions. Business managers are essential to all organizations. Managers plan, organize, lead, and control activities to effectively and efficiently accomplish organizational goals.
68 Credits
Mechatronics Technology, CSC
The Mechatronics Technology career studies program is designed to provide the job skills necessary for employment as an entry level mechatronics technician.
16 Credits
Medical Laboratory Technology (WCC), AAS
The Medical Laboratory Technology curriculum is a concentrated course of study and coordinated practice designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment in the medical field as a contributing health professional. The program is fully approved by the State Council of Higher Education and the National Accrediting Agency of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
72 Credits
Medical Office Coding and Procedures, C
he Medical Office Coding & Procedures Certificate is designed to provide entry-level skills for individuals preparing for employment in the healthcare industry as medical coders, medical office assistants, medical secretaries, insurance billing specialists, or medical records technicians.
52 Credits
Medical Receptionist, CSC
The Medical Receptionist Career Studies Certificate prepares individuals for entry-level responsibilities in the healthcare environment. Emphasis is placed on developing skills in basic document preparation - memos, letters, reports; creating and using spreadsheets, database reports, forms and queries, and presentations to be used in a healthcare setting.
17 Credits
Medical Records Technician, CSC
This career studies certificate prepares individuals for entry-level responsibilities in the medical records/healthcare environment. Emphasis is placed on developing skills in accurately compiling and maintaining medical records of patients, reviewing medical records for completeness, using patient accounting and application software.
16 Credits
Nursing - Track 1: Two-Year, AAS
The mission of the Mountain Empire Community College Nursing Program (AAS in Nursing degree) and other nursing programs of the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is to provide affordable, community access to quality nursing education. The VCCS nursing programs prepare qualified students to provide safe, competent, entry-level nursing care in 21st century healthcare environments.
67 Credits
Nursing - Track 2: Advanced Placement Option for LPN Transition, AAS
The mission of the Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Nursing curriculum is to provide affordable, community access to quality nursing education. The nursing program prepares qualified students to provide safe, competent, entry-level nursing care in 21st century healthcare environments.
56 Credits
Nursing - Track 3: Part-Time Evening-Weekend, AAS
The mission of the Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) Nursing curriculum is to provide affordable, community access to quality nursing education. The nursing program prepares qualified students to provide safe, competent, entry-level nursing care in 21st century healthcare environments.
67 Credits
Nursing - Track 4: Part-Time Evening -Weekend Advanced Placement Option LPN Transition, AAS
The mission of the Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Nursing curriculum is to provide affordable, community access to quality nursing education. The nursing program prepares qualified students to provide safe, competent, entry-level nursing care in 21st century healthcare environments.
56 Credits
Nursing Assistant CNA, CSC
Provide students with theory and laboratory experience required for employment in acute care, long-term care, and assisted living healthcare institutions. Prepare students to take the Virginia Board of Nursing Certified Nurse Aide exams. Provide employers with competent, entry-level CNAs.
16 Credits
Occupational Therapy Assistant SWCC AAS
Graduates of the program are prepared to qualify as contributing members of the health care team who will care for patients under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist. This program is offered in partnership with Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) and degrees will be conferred from SWCC.
66 Credits
Old Time Music, CSC
The purpose of the Career Studies Certificate in Old Time Music is to allow students to expand or enhance their knowledge and performance skills in cultural heritage music and explore this field as a career option. This certificate is not intended for transfer.
28 Credits
Paralegal Studies, AAS
The Paralegal Studies Degree is designed to prepare individuals to work in a legal office environment. The program provides training in the general processes of American law and the knowledge/skills to perform specific legal tasks under the supervision of an attorney. In addition, the program helps prepare individuals for paralegal certification exams.
65 Credits
Pharmacy Technician, CSC
Provide students with advanced theory and laboratory experience required for employment in acute care and retail pharmacies. Prepare students to take national certification exam(s). Provide employers with competent, entry-level pharmacy technicians. Provide students with exposure to the latest technology and devices being used.
29 Credits
Phlebotomy, CSC
Provide students with advanced theory and laboratory experience required for employment in healthcare facilities. Prepare students to take the NPA (National Phlebotomy Association) certification exam. Provide employers with competent, entry-level phlebotomists. Provide students with exposure to the latest technology and devices being used.
28 Credits
Physical Therapy Assistant WCC AAS
The two-year program is designed to prepare the student with the philosophical, theoretical, and clinical knowledge to become a trained technical health care worker who can assist the physical therapist in meeting the physical therapy needs of the public.
68 Credits
Police Science, AAS
The Police Science degree is to prepare individuals for careers in the criminal justice and related occupations. It is not designed to train for any specialty, but rather to provide a broad foundation, which will prepare students to enter any of the many criminal justice fields.
67 Credits
Practical Nursing Leading to LPN, C
The mission of the MECC Practical Nursing program is to facilitate the health of the community. This mission is accomplished through nursing education, leadership, scholarship, and innovative nursing practice.
51 Credits
Radiography Technology SWCC AAS
This program is being provided through an innovative, cooperative agreement with Southwest Virginia Community College. Students will register at MECC for their general education course requirements and register through SWCC for their program courses.
72 Credits
Real Estate, CSC
The Real Estate Career Studies Certificate is designed to provide a high quality, cost effective, accessible education to those seeking to enter the real estate business, and to those who are seeking licensure as a real estate agent.
16 Credits
Respiratory Therapy, AAS
The mission of the Mountain Empire Community College Respiratory Therapy Program is to provide competent advanced level respiratory therapists who demonstrate professionalism while providing excellent care.
72 Credits
Science, AS
The Associate of Science degree in Science is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities.
61-62 Credits
Small Business Management, CSC
The Small Business Management Career Studies Certificate provides training in the effective and efficient management and operation of a small business. The curriculum includes coursework in accounting, management, marketing, and finance.
21 Credits
Smart Farming - Crop Production, Management, and Processing, CSC
The Smart Farming Crop Production, Management, and Processing is designed to further improve the region’s agricultural productivity by preparing agricultural producers to produce and process grains in the area.
22 Credits
Smart Farming I, CSC
The Smart Farming Career studies I is designed to improve the regions agriculture productivity by introducing agricultural producers to IoT technologies, such as drones and remote sensors, and by training them to better understand the environmental factors that influence plant growth and soil fertility.
17 Credits
Smart Farming II, CSC
The Smart Farming Career Studies II is designed to further improve the region’s agricultural productivity by preparing agricultural producers to implement the use of drones, robots, and/or remote sensors.
19. Credits
Software Development I, CSC
The Software Development I Career Studies Certificate is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce as software developers who can create and test business-oriented software applications. This certificate includes both classroom and lab instruction.
16 Credits
Software Development II, CSC
The Software Development II Career Studies Certificate is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce as software developers who can create and test business-oriented software applications. This certificate includes both classroom and lab instruction.
16 Credits
Software Engineering, AAS
The Associate of Arts & Sciences degree programs are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program. The courses in this program are specifically selected for ease of transfer to most four-year colleges and universities.
64 Credits
Solar Installer I, CSC
The Solar Installer I program is designed to help students gain an understand of how grid-tie solar systems work and become entry-level installers.
16 Credits
Sports Medicine Assistant, CSC
Provide students with theory and laboratory experience desired for coaching, athletic, and personal training activities. Provide students with a credential to supplement applications to competitive physician assistant, athletic trainer, and sports medicine programs.
19 Credits
The Cybersecurity Center
The Cybersecurity Career Studies Certificate is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce with essential cybersecurity training to help plan and implement an organization’s information security, install security hardware and software, monitor networks for security breaches, respond to cyber-attacks, and gather evidence to be used in prosecuting cyber-crime.
27 Credits
Uniform Certificate of General Studies
The Uniform Certificate of General Studies - Transfer is designed as an intermediate step on the student’s progress toward a two or four year degree. This certificate is awarded as recognition of completion of a core of specified requirements in the associate degree program.
32-34 Credits
Wastewater Plant Operator, CSC
This program is Intended to prepare students for entry-level positions in a wastewater plant upon licensure obtainment. See faculty advisor for additional information or visit water.2szx.net.
25 Credits
Water Plant Operator, CSC
This program is Intended to prepare students for entry-level positions in a wastewater plant upon licensure obtainment. See faculty advisor for additional information or visit water.2szx.net.
25 Credits
Welding Operator I, CSC
The Welding Operator I career studies certificate is designed to prepare students for employment as apprentice welders immediately upon completion of the curriculum. Technical courses and shop experience comprise the program.
16 Credits
Welding Operator II, CSC
The Welding Operator II career studies certificate is designed to prepare students for employment as apprentice welders immediately upon completion of the curriculum.
16 Credits
Welding, AAS
Graduates of the Technical Studies Welding program are trained in the job skills necessary to enter employment as apprentice welders immediately upon completion of the curriculum.
67 Credits
Welding,C
The Certificate in Welding is designed to prepare students for employment as apprentice welders immediately upon completion of the curriculum. Technical courses and shop experience comprise the majority of the program.