General Studies, CoA
This program can be completed 100% online.
Program Description
The Certificate of Achievement, General Studies is highly flexible and allows students to combine classes from a diverse set of disciplines and fields. The certificate may fit personal needs or may be an important step in the completion of the Associate of General Studies degree.
This program is not eligible for financial aid. However, it may be eligible for scholarship funding if the student is awarded scholarships.
Recommended Course Schedule
For a detailed program course schedule, please contact the academic advisement office at 775-673-7062
| 1st semester | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Select 2 electives 3 | 6 | |
| Social Science 2 | 3 | |
| Communications/English 2 | 3 | |
| Fine Arts/Humanities 2 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| 2nd semester | ||
| Communications/English 2 | 3 | |
| Computer Science/Mathematics/Science 2 | 3 | |
| Human Relations 2 | 3 | |
| Select 2 electives 3 | 6 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| Total Units | 30 | |
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See approved General Education list for the General Studies Degree.
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See program recommendations or requirements.
Program Requirements
The Certificate of Achievement, General Studies is a set of courses that can serve as a stepping stone to the Associate of General Studies or allow students to enter the workforce. The Certificate of Achievement, General Studies has a general education component.
To earn a Certificate of Achievement, Students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for graduation.)
- Complete a minimum of 15 semester credit hours within the college.
- Satisfy General Education Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement, General Studies.
- have no financial or library obligation to the college.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| Computer Science/Mathematics/Science | 3 | |
| Communications/English | 6 | |
| Fine Arts/Humanities | 3 | |
| Human Relations | 3 | |
| Social Science | 3 | |
| Elective Requirements | ||
| Electives 1 | 12 | |
| Total Units | 30 | |
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Great latitude is allowed in the selection of the 12 elective units. Choice of units can focus on one area alone or from any combination of career, technical or general courses. Developmental courses, those numbered less than 100, cannot be applied to any degree or certificate.
