Business - Skilled Trades
Available Degrees & Certificates
This certificate is designed to provide basic automotive skills training needed to be efficient at performing vehicle preventative maintenance procedures. This training program provides students with an opportunity to take the first step towards entry into an automotive repair career. This short-term program of study will help prepare students for ASE certification examinations.
This certificate prepares students for entry-level careers in the building trades.
This certificate prepares students for entry-level careers in marketing, entrepreneurship, and retail management.
The Cosmetology program provides students an opportunity to apply Cosmetology practices and principles in a simulated salon environment. Upon successful completion of the program, a minimum of three (3) semesters to obtain the 1500 hours of training necessary, students will be eligible to take the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology Examination.
The Cosmetology program provides students an opportunity to apply Cosmetology practices and principles in a simulated salon environment. Upon successful completion of the program, minimum of three (3) semesters to obtain the 1600 hours of training necessary, students will be eligible to take the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology Examination. Students can continue their education and complete an Associate of Applied Science degree by taking eighteen (18) General Education credits and two (2) elective credits. In addition to general tuition, a required course fee will be applied per credit hour for all Cosmetology courses enrolled and depending on the Academy being attended course fees may vary. Entry into the Cosmetology program requires prior admission.
This program prepares you for an entry-level position as a Nail Technician. Emphasis is on basic nail care, manicuring, and hand and arm massage. Upon successful completion of the nail tech program, a minimum of two (2) semesters to obtain the 600 hours of training necessary, students will be eligible to take the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology Nail Technician exam.
This program prepares students for entry-level employment in the culinary field. Students receive a background in fundamental cooking techniques and preparation methods for hot foods, breakfast items, salads, sandwiches and pastry items with significant hands-on experience.
This program is designed to prepare students to work in a heating or refrigeration business. The HVAC-R program includes basic instruction in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and their maintenance to help students develop a career in the HVAC-R field.
This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service, and maintain the operation of HVAC-R systems and to work in the commercial refrigeration field. The HVAC-R Advanced Technician certificate includes advanced instruction in commercial air conditioning, heat exchange, flow devices, and troubleshooting in commercial refrigeration and air conditioning. Communication and organizational skills are emphasized to prepare a program completer to participate at the leadership, organizational, or entrepreneurial level of the commercial HVAC-R industry.
This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service, and maintain the operation of HVAC-R systems. Instruction includes diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment and the principle of mechanics, electricity, and electronics as they relate to the repair of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Communication and organizational skills are emphasized to prepare a program completer to participate at the leadership, organizational, or entrepreneurial level of the commercial HVAC-R industry.
This program will provide the basic credentials and skills necessary to pursue a career as a welder in a variety of industrial fields.