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Degree and Certificate Types


 

 


Associate Transfer Degrees and Oregon Transfer Module

Graduates of Chemeketa’s two-year programs are awarded an Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree, an Associate of Arts Transfer (AAT) and Associate of Science Transfer (AST) transfer degree, an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, an Associate of Science (AS) degree, an Associate of General Studies (AGS) degree, or a Bachelor Applied Science (BAS) degree. All are nationally recognized degrees.

Oregon Transfer Module

The Oregon Transfer Module is comprised of one year of coursework exclusively in general education, which can lead to

  1. an AAOT, AAT, or AAT transfer degree from Chemeketa or to
  2. a baccalaureate degree from Oregon public universities and will result in sophomore standing.

To earn the module, which is equivalent to three academic quarters or 45 credits. You must earn a grade of “C-” or better in all courses and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to complete the module. Upon transfer, the receiving institution may specify additional general education coursework that will be required for your major or ask you to make up the difference between the transfer module and the institution’s total general education requirements.

If you intend to transfer to a specific Oregon university, contact an advisor who will work with you to ensure that you meet the specific requirements at the receiving school.

Oregon Transfer Module (OTM)  

Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer Degree

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree is the core curriculum of a liberal arts education. This curriculum includes coursework in foundational and discipline studies areas. You will be taking courses in writing, communication, mathematics, social sciences, and art and letters, among others. In addition, you are encouraged to explore a broad range of subjects through elective coursework. Note that in most areas, courses-not credits are required to meet the degree (90 credit hours total). You must earn a grade of “C-” or better in all courses and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to earn the degree. Contact a college advisor for more information.

Students who earn an AAOT degree from Chemeketa have fulfilled the lower division general education requirements at any of Oregon’s public four-year universities. If you enroll full-time, it usually takes two years to meet the AAOT requirements.

Students must complete at least one course meeting the state criteria:

  • Information Literacy-this content is embedded in the Writing requirements of the degree.
  • Cultural Literacy-this requirement is met by taking one course in the area of discipline studies that is designated as meeting the statewide requirement. At Chemeketa, cultural literacy is called Difference, Power, and Responsibility, and courses that address this content area are available in the arts and letters and social science areas (see General Education  for Cultural Literacy courses)

See Career Choices  for information and curriculum guidelines.

Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) Degree Requirements  

Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer - Elementary Education

The Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer-Elementary Education is a focused academic program that provides you junior status in any Oregon university offering an Elementary Education Bachelor’s degree. Admission to the university is not guaranteed as admission is determined by the university. You are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor of the university you wish to transfer to find out transfer requirements.

Associate of Arts/Oregon Transfer Degree in Elementary Education (AAOT-ED)  

Associate of Arts Transfer

The Associate of Arts Transfer degree is a focused academic program allowing for transfer to a Oregon public university providing you with junior status. Admission to the university is not guaranteed as admission is determined by the univ ersity. You are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor at the university you wish to transfer to find out transfer requirements. 

  • Complete 90 credits including a 30 credit Core Transfer Map (CTM).
  • Must have grades of C- or better with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00. 
  • Complete major requirements as noted in the Major Transfer Map (MTM). 
  • A maximum of 12 credits of Career and Technical courses.
  • Individual AST majors may recommend specific elective courses may be required by an individual public university in Oregon. 

Associate of Science Transfer

The Associate of Science Transfer degree is a focused academic program allowing for transfer to a Oregon public university providing you with junior status. Admission to the university is not guaranteed as admission is determined by the univ ersity. You are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor at the university you wish to transfer to find out transfer requirements. 

  • Complete 90 credits including a 30 credit Core Transfer Map (CTM).
  • Must have grades of C- or better with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00. 
  • Complete major requirements as noted in the Major Transfer Map (MTM). 
  • A maximum of 12 credits of Career and Technical courses.
  • Individual AST majors may recommend specific elective courses may be required by an individual public university in Oregon. 

 

Associate Degrees and Certificates

Associate of Science Degree

The Associate of Science (AS) degree is designed for students who plan to transfer and complete a Bachelor of Science degree at a four-year college or university. The degree includes a core of general education courses and electives that allow you to tailor your course of studies to meet particular college transfer requirements. It does not guarantee that you will have completed all lower division general education requirements for the baccalaureate degree, nor does it ensure junior-level status at a four-year state university.

If you select this degree, you are encouraged to consult with an advisor to determine which courses will best align with the general education requirements at the four-year institution to which you intend to transfer.

To qualify for the degree, you must meet the requirements listed in the Associate of Science Degree Requirements (AS) .

Associate of Science Degree Requirements (AS)  

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Chemeketa, with its emphasis on career and technical education, offers preparation in more than 50 occupational areas.

In most of these programs, you may earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. If you enroll full-time, it usually takes about two years to meet the Associate of Applied Science degree requirements. See Career Choices  for information and curriculum outlines for these programs.

To qualify for an Associate of Applied Science degree, you must meet the requirements listed in the Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements (AAS) .

Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements (AAS)  

Associate of General Studies Degree

The Associate of General Studies (AGS) degree addresses the needs of students who are not seeking an Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree or the specific program requirements of an Associate of Applied Science degree. This degree allows you to combine a broad core of basic courses with a program of study that may be tailored to your academic or professional goals.

You may wish to use this degree to enhance your employment or to fulfill the requirements of a specific four-year college program or special program of study.

To qualify for the Associate of General Studies degree, you must meet the requirements listed in the Associate of General Studies Degree Requirements (AGS) .

Associate of General Studies Degree Requirements (AGS)  

Certificate of Completion

You will receive a Certificate of Completion if you meet the requirements of certain one-year or less-than-oneyear career and technical education programs.

You may earn a Certificate of Completion by meeting these requirements:

  • Satisfactorily complete the required courses or credit hours listed for each program.
  • Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00.
  • Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours at Chemeketa.
  • Apply courses numbered 050 or higher toward a certificate.

Some of these certificates are included in part of a larger two-year degree, creating a pathway for you to work, go to school, and advance in your career field. Ask your program advisor or college counselor for more information on which courses can apply to other certificates or degrees in your chosen field of study.

Related Instruction

Courses in related instruction connect and strengthen the knowledge and skills acquired in Certificates of Completion and two-year Associate of Applied Science degrees. All students enrolled in career and technical education areas are required to complete courses in college-level related instruction, specifically:

  • Communication/writing
  • Computation/mathematics
  • Human relations/psychology/sociology

Refer to your program area to learn of the specific requirements for individual certificates and degrees. In some programs, approved course substitutions are specifically noted.

Second Degree

To earn a second degree, certificate or diploma, students must meet any additional requirements stated in the catalog. Courses previously taken may qualify to meet a second degree or certificate.

Bachelors of Applied Science 

To quality for a Bachelor of Applied Science degree, a student must meet these requirements:

  • Complete a minimum of 180 credits–this includes an associates degree or its equivalent in addition to required program courses. 
  • Earn a minumum of cumulative GPA of 2.00 or above at the time the bachelor of applied science is awarded.
  • Complete a minimum of 45 credits at Chemeketa.