Justice Studies (AAS)

Justice Studies (AAS)

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Justice Studies (AAS)

Justice Studies/Corrections & Law Enforcement, AAS



This Justice Studies degree with an emphasis on Law Enforcement or Corrections is designed to upgrade the skills and knowledge of correctional officers or peace officers who are currently working in the field.


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Justice Studies Faculty

John Foust
Professor of Administration of Justice
John.Foust1@centralaz.edu

Automated Industrial Technology (AAS)

Automated Industrial Technology (AAS)

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Automated Industrial Technology, AAS & Certificates



As part of the ReadyTechGo network of Arizona colleges equipping students with the skills needed to perform high-demand jobs in advanced manufacturing, CAC offers a flexible Automated Industrial Technology (AIT) program.

The program provides students with the skills needed to install, program, and maintain the complex control systems used in automated assembly lines at major Arizona employers, such as Boeing and Raytheon. AIT courses build upon one another. So, you could be job-ready in as little as 16 weeks with your first certification. Then, continue your education, completing additional certifications and earning your associate degree in two years.

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Program Information

Advanced Industrial Technology (AIT) Program

Signal Peak Campus

The Advanced Industrial Technology pathway prepares students to install, adjust, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of industrial machinery used in manufacturing settings.  Students gain high-tech skills related to electrical, electronics, mechanics, and computerized systems.

 Topics covered in this program include:

  • Mechanical
  • Electrical
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Fabrication
  • Hydraulics/Pneumatics
  • Welding

Program competencies are based on NIMS (National Institute of Metalworking Skills). Courses include hands on-real world applications and are offered online, hybrid and face to face.  The job outlook for this career is projected to grow 16% from 2014 to 2024 which is much faster than the average growth for all occupations (BLS, U.S. DOL, Occupational Outlook Handbook).  The increased adoption of sophisticated manufacturing machinery is driving this projected growth.

Early Childhood Education Infant Toddler (AAS)

Early Childhood Education Infant Toddler (AAS)

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Early Childhood Education/Infant – Toddler, AAS & Certification



The Early Childhood Education Infant Toddler AAS Degree provides solid foundational
knowledge, field experiences, and common skills and strategies that prepare students for multiple roles in the Infant
Toddler field

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Program Information

The Early Childhood Education Infant Toddler AAS Degree provides solid foundational knowledge, field experiences, and common skills and strategies that prepare students for multiple roles in the Infant Toddler field.

Course Requirements ECE Infant Toddler  (AAS)

Program Curriculum and Requirements

Faculty and Staff

Chris Emlet
ECE Lead Faculty/Director
1.480.677.7790
chris.emlet@centralaz.edu

Education Division Program Assistant
Phone: 520-494-5477
ECENews@centralaz.edu 

Community Public Health (AA)

Community Public Health (AA)

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Community Public Health (AA)

Community Public Health (AA)



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Professional Career Pathway Project

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Professional Career Pathway Project

The Professional Career Pathway Project


What is the PCPP?

The Professional Career Pathway Project (PCPP) is a college scholarship funded by the DES Division of Child Care through federal Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) funds. If you are currently working in the field of early childhood you may be eligible for the PCPP scholarship.

PCPP Offers:

► Tuition for 24 credits per school year for approved courses only
► Textbook Stipend of $50 per credit at college bookstore
► Available Statewide through local community colleges


Get Started: 

► CONNECT with the early childhood department at a collaborating community college. List of collaborating colleges below.
► MEET with an early childhood program advisor to identify an education goal and your pathway to pursue early childhood education course work. PCPP supports early childhood coursework for the CDA Credential, Certificates of Completion, and Associate Degrees.
► CHECK your eligibility. Scholars must work in a child care center, preschool, DHS group home, or be a family child care provider. Volunteers may also be eligible.
► COMPLETE and submit your application via the AZ Workforce Registry website: www.azregistry.org
► OBTAIN textbooks from your college bookstore.
► ATTEND class!
► COMPLETE all courses paid for by the PCPP with a grade of C or above to maintain eligibility.
► REPEAT! Stay enrolled until you complete your pathway!


COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION AT WWW.AZREGISTRY.ORG


For assistance on how to apply, please view the First Things First informative video and browse the “Scholarship Process” webpage. While these reference the FTF College Scholarship, the process is the same for the PCPP scholarship.

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PCPP is administered by:

Central Arizona College Early Childhood Education

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For additional information contact: 1-520-494-5077 or pcppadmin@centralaz.edu



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Funding provided by the Arizona Department of Economic Security Division of Child Care through Federal Child Care and Development Block Grant fund.

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Early Childhood Education (AA)

Early Childhood Education (AA)

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Early Childhood Education (AA)

Early Childhood Education, AA



The AA in Elementary Education is appropriate for students who require practical and professional skills and knowledge that can lead to upper division programs in elementary education, special education, and prepares para-educators.

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Program Information

The Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education (AA ECE) Degree is appropriate for students working in early childhood environments who want to increase their knowledge, practical and professional skills in the field, and for students who want to pursue advanced degrees in Early Childhood Education teacher certification.

Course Requirements  (AA ECE)

Program Curriculum and Requirements

Faculty and Staff

Chris Emlet
ECE Lead Faculty/Director
1.480.677.7790
chris.emlet@centralaz.edu

Academic Program Assistant
Phone: 520-494-5477
ECENews@centralaz.edu 

Agribusiness (AAS)

Agriculture Business (AAS)

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Agribusiness (AAS)

Agriculture Business, AAS & Certificates



The Agribusiness AAS Degree prepares students for entry-level positions in agriculture business, science, and technology. Accelerated proficiencies are addressed through advanced courses.

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Program Information

Program Description: The Agriculture Business (AAS) Degree prepares students for entry-level positions in agriculture business, science, and technology. Accelerated proficiencies are addressed through advanced courses. For students interested in transferring to a university, please refer to catalog requirements and common courses under the AA degree.

Live Audio and Lighting (AAS)

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Entertainment Industry Technology, AAS & Certificates



The Entertainment Industry Technology, AAS Degree prepares individuals for entry-level positions in the entertainment industry.

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The Entertainment Industry Technology, A.A.S: Stage Lighting

This degree will teach you how to set up, calibrate, engineer, and repair cutting-edge live sound systems for concerts. Students will run sound for performances and program light shows. Our programmable lighting system and our top-tier concert sound system with digital mixing counsel will expose students to practical, hands-on applications maximizing the listening experience in a concert setting.

If you’re looking for a career in the music industry, look no further! The Entertainment Industry Technology (EIT) program at Central Arizona College will prepare you for an exciting career in the music business. A literal “School of Rock,” the EIT program is your chance to embed yourself in the technology and business of making music for a living – all while doing what you love… making music! This dynamic, hands-on program is designed to vie students comprehensive training in the modern music industry. Learn how to engineer professional-quality music in a recording studio, perform a high-energy show in front of live audiences, mix live sound and design lighting for concerts, get your music licensed in TV shows and movies, intern at professional recording studios or concert halls, and so much more! A fully accredited A.A.S. (Associates of Applied Sciences) degree or certificate can be earned in Recording Engineering, Live Audio & Lighting, Popular Music Performance. With CAC’s EIT program, you get a complete well-rounded education in the music industry with practical hands-on experience and an accredited associate’s degree or certificate in your chosen area of focus. Plus, CAC EIT students get FREE STUDIO TIME and FREE REHEARSAL SPACE for personal music projects and class assignments! CAC has on-campus living, low tuition, and small class sizes with personal attention with inspectors who have had successful careers in the music business. Our instructors are music industry veterans, national recording artists, stage performers, producers, entertainment law attorneys, theater sound & lighting designers, and professional studio musicians, etc. Seating is limited… REGISTER TODAY!

The Entertainment Industry Technology, A.A.S: Music Recording & Production

This degree provides knowledge of recording music, building a home recording studio and working in a professional multi-track recording studio. Skills include recording, production, editing and arranging, mixing and mastering various types of audio recordings. Students will earn about microphones, acoustics, post-production techniques. and be able to produce and engineer commercial-quality recordings.

If you’re looking for a career in the music industry, look no further! The Entertainment Industry Technology (EIT) program at Central Arizona College will prepare you for an exciting career in the music business. A literal “School of Rock,” the EIT program is your chance to embed yourself in the technology and business of making music for a living – all while doing what you love… making music! This dynamic, hands-on program is designed to vie students comprehensive training in the modern music industry. Learn how to engineer professional-quality music in a recording studio, perform high-energy shows in front of live audiences, mix live sound and design lighting for concerts, get your music licensed in TV shows and movies, intern at professional recording studios or concert halls, and so much more! A fully accredited A.A.S. (Associates of Applied Sciences) degree or certificate can be earned in Recording Engineering, Live Audio & Lighting, Popular Music Performance. With CAC’s EIT program, you get a complete well-rounded education in the music industry with practical hands-on experience and an accredited associate’s degree or certificate in your chosen area of focus. Plus, CAC EIT students get FREE STUDIO TIME and FREE REHEARSAL SPACE for personal music projects and class assignments! CAC has on-campus living, low tuition, and small class sizes with personal attention with inspectors who have had successful careers in the music business. Our instructors are music industry veterans, national recording artists, stage performers, producers, entertainment law attorneys, theater sound & lighting designers, and professional studio musicians, etc. Seating is limited… REGISTER TODAY!

Math Education pathway (AA)

Math Education pathway (AA)

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Math Education pathway (AA)

Math Education pathway, AA


The Math Education Pathway prepares students for transfer to a University for secondary education with a Math concentration.


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Administration of Justice (AA)

Administration of Justice (AA)

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Administration of Justice (AA)

Administration of Justice, AA & Certificates


The Administration of Justice pathway prepares students to transfer to an accredited university for a higher level degree or to immediately pursue a career in specific criminal justice occupations. Note: Many occupations require a Bachelor’s degree. Also note that many justice related occupations require a background check.



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Administration of Justice Faculty

John Foust
Professor of Administration of Justice
John.Foust1@centralaz.edu