A.S. Degrees
Choose Your Future. . . Realize your dreams of a good job and successful future! Indian River Community College will put you on the fast track to a rewarding job in one of the TOP 40 careers in Florida!  Look at the TOP 40 Careers list. One of them is right for you, and IRCC offers training programs in all of them. You'll be well qualified for your new career in two years or less. With an Associate in Science or an Associate in Applied Science Degree you can earn more than 2 times more money than a high school graduate.
High School Graduate - 2003/2004 - Annual earnings, $17,388
A.S./A.A.S. Degree - 2003/2004 - Annual earnings, $41,828
Source: Florida Dept. of Education, FETPIP Study |
Shorter term technical programs are also available. You can earn a Technical Certificate with just 30 college credits of specialized coursework or a Career Training Certificate in just a few months. You'll earn a career credential that's well-respected in the job market and gain experience in applying your new knowledge to real-world situations. In short, you'll be in demand for a good job with good pay.
For more information about courses go to the IRCC College Catalog. Technology & the Future  It is no secret that the world has become a very technical place. Tomorrow's most successful workers will need to be comfortable with technology. In fact, 80% of the careers today require skills that relate to high technology.
IRCC has programs that take into account what you have already learned, and add the knowledge you need to get a better job, better pay and faster promotions. You don't have to do it on your own - you'll find that IRCC provides all the support you need to do well in college, with individual counseling, career planning and free tutoring. If you need to earn your high school diploma, IRCC offers free GED preparation and Adult High School. Many different types of financial aid are available to help you while you're training for a new career, and IRCC job placement counselors will even help you find a job. Choose the Degree that's right for you!  Associate Degrees — The Associate in Science (A.S.) and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree programs are designed for students wishing to develop technical skills with emphasis on middle management employment opportunities. The two-year college degree programs focus on high-technology careers and prepare students to compete effectively in the contemporary job market.
Technical Certificate/Applied Technology Diploma — A Technical Certificate/Applied Technology Diploma is awarded to a student who has completed the required number of college credit hours of an A.S./A.A.S. Degree program with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. It is designed to prepare the student to obtain employment as a skilled worker after one year of full-time study. Students may then complete the remaining requirements for the A.S./A.A.S. Degree program while employed. Career Training — A Career Training Program emphasizes specific skill development and is designed to lead to licensure or certification. Upon completion of a required number of hours in a combination of classroom and lab instruction, a student is well prepared to enter the chosen career field. IRCC also offers Associate in Arts Degree programs that prepare students for university transfer. Get Started Toward Your Four-Year Degree
 IRCC offers three Bachelor of Applied Science degrees especially designed for graduates with an A.S. or A.A. S. degree. With a BAS degree you will qualify for advancement and management positions in a wide variety of fields. Specializations include: - Organizational Management
- Public Safety Administration
- Health Care Management
The Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing prepares students with an Associate Degree in Nursing to advance to leadership and management positions. The Bachelor of Science Degree in Teacher Education prepares students for a rewarding career as a math, science or ESE teacher. For more information, call the IRCC Information Call Center toll-free at 1-866-866-4722. |