Bishop State Community College

Accounting Technology

Prepares students with technical administrative support skills for professional accountants and financial management personnel. Includes instruction in posting transactions to accounts, record-keeping systems, accounting software operation, and general accounting principles and practices. Accredited by ACBSP.

Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology

Certificate program preparing students for HVAC/R technician careers. Covers refrigeration principles, HVACR service procedures, electrical theory, residential and commercial systems, and refrigerant transition and recovery.

Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology, Business

Combines HVAC/R technical training with business administration coursework. Prepares graduates for HVAC technician roles with the additional business skills needed to operate or manage HVAC service businesses.

Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology, Electrical

Combines HVAC/R technical training with electrical technology coursework. Prepares graduates for HVAC technician roles with additional electrical wiring and systems competencies for residential and commercial applications.

Automotive Technology

Certificate program preparing graduates for entry-level automotive technician roles. Covers fundamentals of automotive technology, electrical systems, brakes, suspension, engines, transmissions, and basic diagnostics.

Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology

Combines automotive service technician training with diesel mechanics. Prepares graduates for entry-level positions servicing passenger vehicles plus medium and heavy-duty trucks and equipment.

Aviation Manufacturing Technology

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level aviation manufacturing positions. Covers industrial safety, aerostructure assembly, precision measurement, and quality control basics.

Aviation Manufacturing Technology

Certificate program preparing students for aviation manufacturing positions including aerostructure assembly, precision measurement, electrical terminations, and lean manufacturing. Designed for Airbus and aerospace manufacturing workforce.

Barbering and Hair Styling

Certificate program preparing graduates for state board licensure as professional barbers. Covers introduction to barbering, hair cutting and styling, hair chemistry, hair coloring, business management, and state board review.

Barbering and Hair Styling, Business

Combines barbering training with business administration coursework. Prepares graduates for licensed barber positions with the additional business skills needed to operate or manage barbershops.

Barbering and Hair Styling, Cosmetology

Combines barbering and cosmetology training. Prepares graduates as licensed barber-cosmetologists with comprehensive personal appearance industry skills including hair cutting, chemical services, styling, and salon management.

Career Mobility

Provides flexible career mobility pathway for students with prior college coursework. Allows students to combine technical training with academic studies leading to an Associate in Applied Science degree.

Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)/3D Printing Technology

Prepares students as CAD/CAM technicians using state-of-the-art software and 3D printing technology. Covers technical drawing, blueprint reading, parametric modeling, additive manufacturing, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and reverse engineering.

Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) Technology

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level CAD drafting positions. Covers precision measurement, CAD concepts, blueprint reading, and basic 3D modeling.

Computer Cyber Security

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level cybersecurity positions. Covers digital literacy, cyber defense, ethical hacking, network security, and computer forensics.

Computer Information Systems Technology

Prepares graduates for entry-level IT careers in programming, networking, cybersecurity, web development, and database administration. Accredited by ACBSP. Covers computer applications, programming concepts, network communications, Cisco networking, and information systems administration.

Computer Networking

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level network technician positions. Covers digital literacy, Cisco CCNA networking, server administration, and directory services.

Computer Programming

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level programming positions. Covers digital literacy, computer logic and programming, and multiple programming languages including Python, Visual Basic, and C#.

Cosmetology

Certificate program preparing graduates for state board licensure as cosmetologists. Covers cosmetology science and art, chemical methodology, hair coloring, basic spa techniques, salon management, hair shaping, and nail care.

Cosmetology, Barbering

Combines cosmetology and barbering training. Prepares graduates as licensed cosmetologist-barbers with comprehensive personal appearance industry skills.

Cosmetology, Business

Combines cosmetology training with business administration coursework. Prepares graduates as licensed cosmetologists with additional business skills for salon management or entrepreneurship.

Cosmetology, Nail Technology

Combines cosmetology and nail technology training. Prepares graduates as licensed cosmetologists with advanced nail care competencies including manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, and nail art.

Culinary Arts

Prepares graduates for careers in restaurants, hotels, catering, and food service management. Accredited by the American Culinary Federation. Provides hands-on training in basic and advanced food preparation, baking, nutrition, sanitation, beverage management, menu design, and restaurant management.

Diesel Technology

Certificate program preparing graduates as diesel mechanics for trucks and heavy equipment. Covers basic engines, preventive maintenance, heavy vehicle brakes, drive trains, electrical fundamentals, steering and suspension, and CDL preparation.

Diesel Technology, Automotive Technology

Combines diesel mechanics with automotive service technician training. Prepares graduates for entry-level positions servicing medium and heavy-duty trucks plus passenger vehicles.

Diesel Technology, Truck Driving

Combines diesel mechanics with commercial truck driving training. Prepares graduates as truck mechanic-drivers with both CDL credentials and diesel maintenance skills.

Drafting and Design Technology

Prepares graduates as drafting and design technicians using state-of-the-art CAD software. Covers technical drawing, blueprint reading, parametric modeling, civil/structural drafting, and CAD-based design for architectural, mechanical, and engineering applications.

Early Childhood Education

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level positions in childcare and early childhood education. Covers child growth and development, early care principles, and teaching methods.

Early Childhood Education

Prepares graduates as competent early childhood educators and childcare workers. Develops skills in child growth and development, early care and education, teaching methods, program planning, health and safety, and family services for children from birth to age 8.

Early Childhood Education Paraprofessional Training

Certificate program preparing students for paraprofessional roles in early childhood education settings. Covers child development, early care principles, teaching methods, and program planning.

Electrical Technology

Certificate program preparing graduates for entry-level electrical technician positions. Covers fundamentals of electrical theory, wiring methods, residential and commercial wiring, AC/DC machines, motor controls, and NEC code.

Electrical Technology, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology

Combines electrical technician training with HVAC/R coursework. Prepares graduates with broad skills in electrical wiring, motor controls, and HVAC systems for residential and commercial applications.

Electrical Technology, Process and Maintenance Technology

Combines electrical technician training with process and maintenance technology. Prepares graduates as industrial electricians with broad skills for chemical, petrochemical, and manufacturing settings.

Electronics Engineering Technology

Prepares graduates as electronics engineering technicians for entry-level positions in industrial electronics, automation, robotics, and instrumentation. Covers DC/AC fundamentals, solid state, digital, motor controls, PLCs, and electronic troubleshooting.

General Education

Short-term certificate providing foundational general education coursework. Covers English composition, college mathematics, and basic computer applications. Serves as stepping stone to associate degree programs.

General Education, AA

Associate in Arts transfer degree designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree in liberal arts, humanities, or social sciences. Covers general education core requirements.

General Education, AS

Associate in Science transfer degree designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree in STEM, business, or related fields. Covers general education core requirements with emphasis on math and science.

Graphic Communications Technology

Prepares graduates for careers in print, digital, and web design industries. Covers graphic communications principles, digital prepress, electronic page layout, web development, design fundamentals, and print production using industry-standard software.

Health and Wellness/Physical Education

Short-term certificate covering health education, physical fitness, and wellness fundamentals. Prepares students for fitness and wellness support roles or further education in health sciences.

Health Information Technology

Prepares graduates as health information technicians for medical records, coding, and billing roles in healthcare. Accredited by CAHIIM. Covers medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, classification systems, electronic health records, healthcare statistics, and reimbursement.

Introduction to Automotive/Diesel Technology

Short-term certificate introducing students to fundamentals of automotive and diesel mechanic careers. Covers basic mechanics, safety, electrical fundamentals, and engine systems for both light and heavy-duty vehicles.

Introduction to Manufacturing Technology

Short-term certificate introducing students to advanced manufacturing concepts and skills. Covers precision measurement, blueprint reading, additive manufacturing fundamentals, and design innovation.

Introduction to Process Technology

Short-term certificate introducing students to process operations careers. Covers industrial safety, process operations fundamentals, equipment, and quality control.

Machine Tool/CNC Technology

Prepares graduates as machinists and CNC operators. Covers machining calculations, precision measurement, lathe and milling operations, CNC programming, blueprint reading, and machine tool fundamentals.

Machine Tool Technology

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level machinist positions. Covers blueprint reading, machining calculations, lathe operations, and milling operations.

Management and Supervision

Short-term certificate developing essential supervisory and management skills. Covers principles of management, elements of supervision, human resource management, and business fundamentals.

Manufacturing Maintenance Technology

Prepares graduates as industrial maintenance technicians for manufacturing environments. Develops skills in industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, motor controls, PLCs, and preventive maintenance.

Medical Coding

Short-term certificate preparing students for entry-level medical coding positions. Covers medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, classification systems, and reimbursement methodologies for healthcare records.

Nail Technology

Short-term certificate preparing students for nail technician careers. Covers nail care, nail care applications, and nail art for licensed manicurist and pedicurist positions.

Nursing

Prepares graduates as registered nurses (RNs). Accredited by ACEN. Curriculum combines classroom theory with guided clinical experiences. Graduates eligible for NCLEX-RN. Covers fundamentals of nursing, health assessment, pharmacology, adult nursing, maternal/child nursing, and nursing through the lifespan.

Office Administration

Prepares graduates with strong administrative, computer, and interpersonal skills for office settings. Accredited by ACBSP. Develops competencies in business communication, computer applications, keyboarding, word processing, records management, and office procedures.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Prepares graduates as physical therapist assistants (PTAs) working under supervision of physical therapists. Accredited by CAPTE. Covers anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, therapeutic exercise, modalities, clinical practice, and PTA practicum.

Pipe Welding Technology

Certificate program for advanced welders specializing in pipe welding. Covers SMAW carbon pipe, GTAW carbon and stainless pipe, pipe fabrication, blueprint reading, and certification testing for various pipe welding processes.

Practical Nursing

Certificate program preparing graduates as licensed practical nurses (LPNs). Accredited by ACEN. Curriculum prepares graduates for NCLEX-PN examination. Includes nursing fundamentals, health assessment, pharmacology, adult/maternal/child/psychosocial nursing.

Process and Maintenance Technology

Prepares graduates as process operators and maintenance technicians for chemical, petrochemical, and manufacturing industries. Covers industrial process operations, instrumentation, electrical systems, mechanical maintenance, and safety protocols.

Process Operations Technology

Prepares graduates as process operators for chemical, petrochemical, and refining industries. Covers industrial safety, process operations, instrumentation, troubleshooting, quality control, and unit operations.

Steel/Aluminum Welding Technology

Short-term certificate covering steel and aluminum welding techniques. Includes SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding processes for production welding positions in steel and aluminum fabrication shops.

Truck Driving

Short-term certificate preparing students for commercial truck driving careers. Includes CDL test preparation, safe operating practices, and entry-level truck driving skills.

Welding

Short-term certificate providing foundational welding skills for entry-level production welding positions. Covers SMAW, GMAW, and basic blueprint reading for fabrication.

Welding Technology

Prepares graduates as skilled welders for employment in welding and fabricating industries. Covers SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW welding processes for carbon, aluminum, and stainless steel applications. Includes pipe welding, blueprint reading, welding inspection, and AWS certification preparation.