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Accounting
Associate of Science Explore careers in Accounting This program prepares the student for transfer to a four-year institution with a broad college background and skill and knowledge in accounting. Graduates may earn a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related business field. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Explain the role and value of accounting in a business organization. Demonstrate entry-level accounting skills and current knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Analyze business transactions and determine their impact on financial statements. Solve accounting problems using analysis and critical thinking. Utilize accounting concepts and techniques to make management decisions.
Accounting
Certificate The Accounting certificate program is designed for those students with some postsecondary educational background seeking entry-level positions in the accounting field or those already employed in the field seeking to enhance their skills. Cooperative education credits may be available to those who qualify. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Explain the role and value of accounting in a business organization. Demonstrate entry-level accounting skills and current knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Analyze business transactions and determine their impact on financial statements. Solve accounting problems using analysis and critical thinking. Utilize accounting concepts and techniques to make management decisions.
Accounting Specialist
Associate of Science [catalog reference unavailable] This program prepares the student for an entry-level position in accounting. Accounting firms, banks and the payroll and accounting departments of many businesses hire persons with an Associate's degree in Accounting. This program is designed to develop entry-level accounting skills for immediate employment after graduation. Students enrolled in this program may earn cooperative education credits. For more information, contact the Accounting faculty. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Explain the role and value of accounting in a business organization. Demonstrate entry-level accounting skills and current knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Analyze business transactions and determine their impact on financial statements. Solve accounting problems using analysis and critical thinking. Utilize accounting concepts and techniques to make management decisions.
Administrative Assistant
Associate of Science This program prepares students to be administrative assistants through the effective use of essential business skills, technology skills and office administration skills. Upon completion of the program, graduates may seek employment as a secretary or administrative assistant in a business, medical, legal, educational, governmental or industrial office. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Apply conventional office management techniques. Apply essential information technology skills within an office environment. Create properly formatted business documents using various computer applications. Organize work flow and coordinate office activities.
Administrative Computer Specialist
Certificate This certificate program is designed for students currently employed as administrative assistants or secretaries and seeking to enhance their information technology (IT) skills in a business, professional, educational or industrial office environment. Graduates of this program may be eligible for promotion to positions such as senior or executive secretary or administrative assistant. Students learn the effective use of information technology and application software involving word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, e-commerce and databases. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Apply conventional office management techniques. Apply essential information technology skills within an office environment. Use various computer applications to create properly formatted business documents. Organize work flow and coordinate office activities.
American Sign Language
Certificate [catalog reference unavailable] The certificate in American Sign Language (ASL) provides language training and cultural enrichment for people who wish to learn ASL and the uniqueness of deaf culture. This program will not prepare students to become interpreters but is designed to introduce students to the language and culture. This program is particularly useful for parents of deaf children and students pursuing careers such as allied health, nursing, early childhood education and teaching, where clients may be deaf. The program is designed to allow students to complement their degrees with an ASL certificate offered as a part-time program. This certificate also serves as the language foundation and pre-requisite for the Associate's degree American Sign Language/English Interpreter Training Program. Students who have not been continually enrolled in ASL courses must have the permission of the instructor to enroll in courses beyond [course reference unavailable] Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Apply basic language skills to produce ASL in a variety of ways in order to communicate effectively with Deaf adults and children who depend on visual communication. Demonstrate conversational Proficiency in ASL with an emphasis on sign parameters, grammatical accuracy, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Use classifiers through directionality, word signs, noun placements and non-manual signals. Produce intermediate receptive comprehension and expressive information. Recognize the diversity of the Deaf culture through theory discussion, guest presenters and local events.
American Sign Language – English Interpreting
Associate of Science [catalog reference unavailable] This program provides the solid foundation necessary to lead to an interpreting career. The educational philosophy of the ASL-English Interpreting program at CCAC centers on providing students with the superior language skills and ethical competencies needed by today's interpreters. Interpreting is a diverse career, offering a wide variety of settings in which to work. Through foundational interpreting courses, observations in the field and practicum placement, students become skilled professionals. Students who successfully complete the program will be prepared to sit for the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) and/or the National Interpreter Certification (NIC) written exam. The National Interpreter Certification (NIC) performance exam requires a Bachelor's degree or 120-credit equivalence. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Demonstrate bilingual and cultural competence, both receptively and expressively, while working with a multicultural Deaf community. Produce a consumer-driven interpretation that employs a meaning-based approach in a variety of settings. Apply appropriate controls to identified demands before, during and after assignments. Investigate interpreters' legal and ethical responsibilities in various settings, adhering to the registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Professional Conduct. Self-assess interpreting work to ensure it meets the professional standards for credentialing. Prior to the practicum requirement, students must be eligible for clearance through the Federal Criminal History Record (PA Act 114), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Check (PA Act 34), Pennsylvania Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance Act (PA Act 151), sign a background check affidavit (PA Act 24), complete mandated reporter training (PA Act 126), and have a negative TB test. Practicum students will be required to meet local requirements of the practicum placement site. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared to seek provisional registration with the state for employment as an interpreter in the community, or as an educational interpreter upon taking the EIPA and scoring 3.5 or higher. Students may enter the program in three ways: Complete CCAC's 20-credit American Sign Language certificate program; Earn a level 2+ or higher on the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) or: Pass a CCAC ASL proficiency exam, offered throughout the year.
Anesthesia Technologist
Associate of Science This program prepares graduates to work under the supervision of an anesthesia provider and as a vital member of the anesthesia care team. The anesthesia technologist assists with the preparation of various types of equipment and pharmacology required for the delivery of anesthesia care. Anesthesia technologist work in a variety of clinical settings that include hospital operating rooms, interventional and diagnostic radiology, labor and delivery units, intensive care units, emergency rooms, outpatient procedure suites and ambulatory surgery centers. Enrollment in this program is limited by availability of clinical sites and other factors. Students must make a separate application to this program. Admission to the college and completion of any developmental level course is required. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Exhibit entry level competencies in the cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains of an anesthesia technologist. Demonstrate proficiency in the acquisition, preparation and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care. Utilize independent judgment for rapid response to the changing circumstances in patient care. Apply safe practices for patient, self and other members of the anesthesia care team. Display professionalism and ethical behavior in patient and staff interactions. The Anesthesia Technologist Program is an American Society of Anesthesia Technologist and Technicians (ASATT) approved program and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Wendi L. Slusser Certified A.T.T. Assistant Professor and Program Director, Anesthesia Technologist Program Boyce Campus Office N-306 595 Beatty Road, Monroeville, PA 15146 wslusser@ccac.edu See Anesthesia Technologist Program for more information
Art
Associate of Science The Art program provides a comprehensive foundation in studio practices, visual communication and art history, preparing students for transfer to a four-year institution. Emphasizing both conceptual development and technical proficiency, the curriculum includes foundational coursework and offers opportunities for focused study in two-dimensional media, three-dimensional media or graphic communications. Students cultivate critical thinking, aesthetic judgment and creative problem-solving skills valued in many creative fields. Graduates assemble a professional portfolio that supports successful transfer, facilitates initial employment opportunities within the visual arts sector or supports the development of a personal studio practice. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Create a comprehensive portfolio demonstrating personal skill and artistic knowledge suitable for transfer to a four-year institution or employment. Apply technical and perceptual skills, including principles of design and color theory, to create and visually analyze two-dimensional and three-dimensional art forms. Utilize current and emerging technologies effectively in visual communication and artistic practice. Analyze art within historical and multicultural contexts, develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills and a sophisticated visual arts vocabulary.
ASEP/ASSET/CAP Manufacturer Automotive Technology Program
Associate of Applied Science This manufacturer-sponsored program prepares students to service and repair today's high-tech automobiles. While completing this two-year program, students attend classes for 10 weeks and then work in a co-op environment for a minimum of 240 co-op hours per semester, for four consecutive semesters, with an abbreviated summer semester in the second year. This program includes instruction in component identification, removal and reassembly of components, fault diagnosis in automatic transmission and transaxles, brakes, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drive-trains and rear axles, suspension and steering. Emerging green technologies such as plug-in electrics and natural gas powered vehicles, as well as currently produced hybrids are introduced. Academic courses included in the associate degree program provide students with the necessary background for effective communication and increased opportunities for career advancement. CCAC's automotive curriculum prepares the student to take tests necessary to earn Pennsylvania Safety and Emission Inspection Licensing and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification. Course sections are unique for dealership-sponsored students leading to manufacturers' certification with Stellantis Automobiles, Ford Motor Company and General Motors Corporation. Programs are certified by the ASE Education Foundation. All CCAC instructors are ASE Certified Master Technicians with years of industry repair experience and manufacturer-trained automotive technology instructors. Credit for some courses may be awarded for work completed at an area career and technology center, trade school or in the military. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Identify each component and its purpose on all vehicle systems to include: automatic transmissions and transaxles, brakes, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drive-trains and rear axles, steering and suspension. Remove, dissemble and reassemble components and identify potential mechanical fault areas in vehicle control systems. Identify, diagnose and repair electrical faults within electronic vehicle control systems using the complaint, cause and correction process. Complete the manufacturers' training requirements.
Automotive Technology Program
Associate of Applied Science This two-year general automotive program prepares students to service and repair today's high-tech automobiles. While completing this two-year program, students attend classes for 10 weeks and then work in a co-op environment for a minimum of 240 co-op hours per semester, for four consecutive semesters, with an abbreviated summer semester in the second year. This program includes instruction in component identification, removal and reassembly of components, and fault diagnosis in automatic transmission and transaxles, brakes, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drivetrains and rear axles, suspension and steering. Emerging green technologies such as hybrids, plug-in electrics and natural gas powered vehicles are introduced. Academic courses included in the associate degree program provide students with the necessary background for effective communication and increased opportunities for career advancement. CCAC's automotive curriculum prepares the student to take tests necessary to earn Pennsylvania Safety and Emission Inspection Licensing and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification. All CCAC instructors are ASE Certified Master Technicians with years of industry experience and manufactuer-trained automotive technology instructors. Credit for some courses may be awarded for work completed at an area career and technology center, trade school or in the military. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Identify each component and its purpose on all vehicle systems to include: automatic transmissions and transaxles, brakes, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drivetrains and rear axles, steering and suspension. Remove, dissemble and reassemble components and identify potential mechanical fault areas in vehicle control systems. Identify, diagnose and repair electrical faults within electronic vehicle control systems using the complaint, cause and correction process. Conduct effective communication with customers, suppliers and business associates in the automotive aftermarket repair industry.
Automotive Technology Program
Certificate This program prepares students to service and repair today's high-tech automobiles. Instruction includes component identification, removal and reassembly of components, fault diagnosis in automatic transmission and transaxles, brakes, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drivetrains and rear axles, suspension and steering. Emerging green technologies such as hybrids, plug-in electrics and natural gas powered vehicles are introduced. CCAC's automotive curriculum prepares the student to take tests necessary to earn Pennsylvania Safety and Emission Inspection Licensing and ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification. Some course sections may be manufacturer specific and may lead to manufacturers' certification. All CCAC instructors are ASE Certified Master Technicians with years of industry repair experience and as manufacturer-trained automotive technology instructors. Credit for some courses may be awarded for work completed at an area career and technology center, trade school or in the military. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Identify each component and its purpose on all vehicle systems to include: automatic transmissions and transaxles, brakes, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drive-trains and rear axles, steering and suspension. Remove, dissemble and reassemble components and identify potential mechanical fault areas in vehicle control systems. Identify, diagnose and repair electrical faults within electronic vehicle control systems. Discuss the complaint, cause and correction process.
Aviation Management
Allegheny County Airport Associate of Science This program prepares you for a career in aviation marketing, sales, finance personnel, office operation or administration. Employment opportunities exist at private and public airports, with government agencies, airlines, air cargo carriers and fixed base operations (FBO). Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Demonstrate flight competency and exceed FAA minimum requirements of pilot proficiency in the required aircraft. Identify and analyze adverse meteorological conditions. Demonstrate operating a corporate flight department, evaluating flight operations, negotiating with pilots and developing crew management. Apply safety guidelines and demonstrate fiscal responsibilities. Demonstrate administrative duties that include safety department skills and regulation compliance with risk management evaluation. Graduates are prepared for work as airport fixed base operators, aviation airport managers, airline operations managers, flight school managers, aircraft manufacturers' representatives, aviation equipment company managers and government agency aviation managers. An FAA Class III Medical Certificate is required for enrollment in this program.
Aviation Technology
Allegheny County Airport Associate of Science This program prepares students to meet the requirements for a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Single/Multi Engine Land certificate with an Instrument rating. A minimum of a second-class medical is required for program entry. A valid passport is required and one additional form of valid ID. Registration for aviation courses requires approval by the Aviation Coordinator. Flight instruction for students is through a college-approved, FAA certified FAR141 fixed base operator. All flight training fees are in addition to college tuition and fees. Upon completion of this program, graduates may find employment as a pilot or other roles in areas such as corporate, charter, freight, airline commuter, flight instructor or aerial/geographic mapping. In some areas, additional training may be required and students may transfer to a four-year college or university. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Demonstrate flight competency by exceeding FAA minimum requirements of pilot proficiency. Operate an aircraft in various meteorological conditions. Apply Crew Resource Management (CRM), Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM), risk management skills and pilot fitness for flight. Define professional, ethical and social responsibilities of aviation professionals as they relate to the regional and national community.
Baking and Pastry Arts
Associate of Science The Baking and Pastry Arts program prepares graduates to enter the baking and pastry profession with the confidence attained from completing a comprehensive experiential education program. Industry experienced faculty teach curriculum designed to train students to meet the increasing employment needs of the 21st century for trained baking and pastry professionals. The program, which pairs classroom and hands-on food laboratory experiences, also requires students to complete an externship with a minimum of 100 hours. This program accommodates both full and part time students. Students are expected to be in compliance with health department standards of hygiene and sanitation. Program uniforms and knife kits are required for all lab classes. Only students officially enrolled in the program may take Baking/Pastry courses. Graduates of the Baking and Pastry Arts program have the necessary skills to be hired in a supermarket or retail bakery, hotel, restaurant, club, catering operation or start their own small business. Upon successful completion of the program the student will: Practice safe and sanitary work habits and food handling procedures throughout the entire flow of food through a food establishment. Demonstrate baking and pastry fundamentals through the production of a variety of quality baking and pastry products. Apply common business managerial practices within the operation of a bakery, pastry shop or department; including inventory, purchasing, pricing and cost control. Work collaboratively as part of a team to plan, create and execute menus for a bakery operation.
Barbering
Certificate This 1,275 hour program prepares and trains students in the theory and practice of professional barbering. Content includes didactic instruction and practical experience necessary to prepare students to sit for the Pennsylvania State Board of Barber Examiners licensing exam and for immediate employment in the barbering profession. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Perform barber skills such as cut and styling hair, performing scalp treatments, coloring and chemically enhancing hair and shaving faces. Maintain tools of the trade. Employ safety and sanitation measures in accordance with Pennsylvania rules and regulations. Develop a plan for successful, ethical and professional business practices as a barber.
Biology, Non-TAOC Transfer
Associate of Science A program that prepares the student with a broad college background and skills in biology for transfer to a four-year institution. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Describe the fundamental principles of the biological sciences. Apply basic research methods and proper technique to ethically conduct experiments and report data. Communicate effectively in writing using proper scientific terminology and concepts. Use critical thinking and problem solving skills to analyze biological problems and the impacts on society. Graduates may earn a Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field.
Biology, TAOC Transfer
Associate of Science A program that prepares the student with a broad college background and skills in biology for transfer to a four-year institution. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Describe the fundamental principles of the biological sciences. Apply basic research methods and proper technique to ethically conduct experiments and report data. Communicate effectively in writing using proper scientific terminology and concepts. Use critical thinking and problem solving skills to analyze biological problems and the impacts on society. Graduates may earn a Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field.
Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Apprenticeship
Certificate The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Certificate Program is a four-year certificate program that provides structured occupational education to qualifying applicants. Qualifying applicants include individuals covered under Third Party Agreements with the International Union of Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 9. These applicants are registered apprentices progressing toward journey-level status as well as journey-level craftworkers who have completed a BAC apprenticeship program. The program is organized as a single certificate framework with distinct craft-specific pathways. Upon admission, students select one trade concentration and complete the full sequence of coursework and related instruction within that designated craft. Available pathways include: • Brick Masonry • Stone Masonry • Pointing, Caulking and Restoration • Tile Setting • Terrazzo Work Although administered under a unified academic certificate structure, each pathway functions as a standalone curriculum aligned with the competencies, performance standards and supervised on-the-job training requirements of its respective trade. Students complete only one craft pathway and are not required to combine multiple trades within the program of study. Instruction integrates classroom theory, laboratory application and supervised field experience consistent with apprenticeship standards. Depending on the selected pathway, apprentices develop skills in safety, masonry systems, installation methods, blueprint reading and finishing techniques. Enrollment is limited. Apprentices are under Third Party Agreement sponsorship of the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee of the Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers. Applicants must apply through the BAC Local 9 application process. Applicants must meet the requirements outlined by the union available on the union's apprenticeship website: https://local9pa.com/. Interested students can contact the BAC Local 9 at 412-825-0923 for more information. Program Objectives Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Apply regulatory safety standards and risk mitigation procedures in masonry and allied craft operations. Interpret construction documents, specifications and layout data to support structural and architectural installations. Construct masonry, stone, tile and terrazzo systems in accordance with industry standards and project tolerances. Restore existing masonry and related systems using accepted preservation and repair practices. Evaluate completed work for structural integrity, dimensional accuracy and workmanship quality.
Building Automation Systems
Certificate The Building Automation Systems program aims to establish foundational knowledge and comprehension of Building Automation Systems (BAS) technology, enabling students to understand the intricate interplay between various systems within a building. Through a blend of theoretical and hands-on coursework, students gain proficiency in building control systems and understand the critical role of HVAC systems in building comfort and efficiency. The students develop expertise in optimizing energy consumption and reducing a buildings environmental impact while also acquiring skills in diagnosing and rectifying system issues. Through practical projects and real-world scenarios, students apply their knowledge to design, implement and maintain advanced building automation systems solutions. They also analyze complex building data to make informed decisions for enhancing efficiency and sustainability. Emphasis is placed on HVAC, lighting and access control (security) systems. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Design, configure, analyze and optimize BAS components and systems to achieve high-performance, sustainable and secure building automation through collaboration and application of energy principles. Identify errors and defects within building automation systems and develop effective solutions to ensure optimal functionality, occupant comfort and system communication. Demonstrate proficiency in implementing strong cybersecurity measures for building automation systems and their network configuration. Analyze building performance through BAS integration and apply technical skills to optimize energy efficiency, sustainability and operational functionality.
Building Construction Estimating
Associate of Science This program is offered in conjunction with the Joint Apprenticeship Committees of the building trades and the Pennsylvania Department of Labor. Applicants must have earned a Journeyman Certificate in a recognized trade technology. In Pennsylvania, Journeyman Certificates are awarded to graduates of approved apprenticeship certificate programs. The program prepares students for advancement within the building construction industry by providing a comprehensive overview of the phases of a building construction project. Students examine commercial construction applications and emerging sustainable technologies that influence contemporary construction practices. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, project coordination and construction estimating. Courses are scheduled during evenings and weekends, enabling students to maintain full-time employment in their trade while completing degree requirements. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will: Demonstrate trade and construction management skills for professional roles such as estimator, expediter, scheduler and project manager within the building construction industry. Interpret construction blueprints to delineate accurate job site layouts. Prepare cost estimates and project quotations for building construction projects using appropriate materials and specifications. Plan construction workflows and scheduling sequences using effective leadership, communication and problem-solving strategies. Evaluate commercial construction practices and emerging sustainable technologies relevant to contemporary building projects.
Building Construction Supervision
This program is offered in conjunction with the Joint Apprenticeship Committees of the building trades and the Pennsylvania Department of Labor. Applicants must have earned a Journeyman Certificate in one of the trade technologies. Pennsylvania awards Journeyman Certificates to graduates of apprenticeship certificate programs. This program will prepare the journeyman for advancement in the building construction industry. Students will study the phases of a building construction project to develop an overview and understanding of the building construction industry. Coursework focuses on commercial construction applications and evolving green technology. Classes are scheduled for evenings and weekends allowing students to work full time at their trade while obtaining a degree.
Building Construction Technology
This program is designed to prepare students who have work experience in building construction for advancement to positions of management. Students will study the numerous building construction phases to develop an overview and understanding of the building construction industry. Coursework focuses on commercial construction applications and evolving green technology. Classes are scheduled in the evenings and weekends to allow students an opportunity to work in the building construction field while obtaining their degree.
Business Management
This program prepares the student for an entry-level position dealing with business principles, procedures and problems. Graduates may qualify for a training program in business and industry, government or nonprofit organizations. Graduates may find jobs in several functional areas including, but not limited to, marketing, finance, human resource management or the administrative areas of business. This program is also appropriate for employees in entry-level management positions who seek to enhance their job skills by developing in-depth knowledge and managerial skills in planning, motivating, organizing and controlling resources. Students enrolled in this program may earn three pass-fail cooperative credits.
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