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Degrees, Certificates and Microcredentials

Whether your goal is to transfer to a four-year college or university or enter the workforce after graduation, DCC can help you reach it.

Choose from more than 50 programs and earn an Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate in Science (A.S.) or Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree, or a career certificate.

Students also may be able to pursue a Minor in Honors Studies.

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SUNY General Education Requirements

Programs & Degrees

Architectural & Construction Technologies

Program Degree Type
Architectural Technology (ARC) A.A.S.
Construction Technology Management (CNS) A.A.S.

Art

Program Degree Type
Visual Arts (VAT) A.S.
Graphic Design Microcredential

Aviation Science

Program Degree Type
Aviation Management (AVM) A.S.
Aviation Science: Pilot (AVI) A.S.
Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) A.A.S.
Airframe and Powerplant Technician (APC) Certificate

Business

Program Degree Type
Accounting (ACC) A.A.S.
Business Management (BUS) A.A.S.
Business Administration (Transfer) (BAT) A.S.
Small Business Management Microcredential
Bookkeeping (BOK) Certificate
Basic Bookkeeping Microcredential
Cannabis Retail Management Microcredential
Hospitality & Tourism (HNT) A.A.S.
Paralegal (PAL) A.A.S.
Paralegal Certificate (PLL) Certificate

Communications & Media Arts

Program Degree Type
Communications & Media Arts (COM) A.S.

Computer Information Systems

Program Degree Type
Computer Information Systems (CIS) A.A.S.
Computer Networking (CNC) Certificate
Data Analysis Microcredential
Networking for the Cloud Microcredential
Web Administration (WAC) Certificate
Web Administration for the Cloud Microcredential
Information Management (INM) A.S.
Computer Support for the Cloud Microcredential

Computer Science

Program Degree Type
Computer Science (CPS) A.S.

Criminal Justice

Program Degree Type
Criminal Justice (Transfer) (CRT) A.S.
Criminal Justice - Public and Private Security (CRJ) A.A.S.
Public Safety Microcredential

Education: Adolescent, Grades 7-12 with SUNY New Paltz

Program Degree Type
Biology (EDB) A.S.
Chemistry (EDX) A.S.
Earth Science (EDS) A.S.
English (EDL) A.S.
History/Social Studies (EDH) A.S.
Mathematics (EDM) A.S.

Education: Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 2) and Childhood (Grades 1-6) Dual Certification with SUNY New Paltz (EED)

Program Degree Type
English Concentration A.S.
History Concentration A.S.
Mathematics Concentration A.S.
Biology Concentration A.S.
Spanish Concentration A.S.

Education: Early Childhood

Program Degree Type
Early Childhood (ECH) A.A.S.
Early Childhood Caregiver (ECC) Certificate
Child Development Associate  Microcredential

Engineering Science and Technologies

Program Degree Type
Electrical Technology (ELT) A.A.S.
Engineering Science (Transfer) (ENR) A.S.
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (ACR) Certificate
Apprentice Training Program (ATP) Journeyman Certificate + A.A.S.

Exercise Science and Wellness

Program Degree Type
Exercise Science and Wellness (ESW) A.S.
Personal Trainer Certification Microcredential
Sports Nutrition Certification Microcredential
Strength Coach Certification Microcredential

General Studies

Program Degree Type
General Studies (GSP) A.S.

Honors Minor

Program Degree Type
Honors Minor A.S.

Human Services

Program Degree Type
Human Services (HMS) Psychology Advisement Track A.S.
Human Services (HMS) Sociology Advisement Track A.S.
Human Services (HMS) Social Work Advisement Track A.S.
Child Care (CHC) A.A.S.
Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) Microcredential
Direct Support Professional II (DSP II) Microcredential
Direct Support Professional III (DSP III) Microcredential
Mental Health Assistant (CMH) A.A.S.
Chemical Dependency Counseling (CDC) Certificate
Child Care: Direct Care (DRC) Certificate

Liberal Arts and Sciences

Program Degree Type
Humanities and Social Sciences (LAH) A.A.
Mathematics (LAM) A.A.
Science (LAX) A.S.

Medical and Allied Health Technologies

Program Degree Type
Clinical Lab Technician (MLT) A.A.S.
Emergency Medical Technician (PAR) A.A.S.
Paramedic (PRR) Certificate
Phlebotomist (PDC) Certificate
Public Health (PBH) A.S.

Nursing* 

Program Degree Type
Nursing (NUR) A.A.S.

Performing Arts

Program Degree Type
Performing Arts (PFA) A.S.
Performing Arts: Theatre Track A.S.
Performing Arts: Music Track A.S.
Music Performance (MPC) Certificate

Dutchess Community College is part of the State University of New York system, and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes 

* Due to an overwhelming interest in nursing, entrance into the DCC program is highly competitive. You must have resided in New York State for one year, prior to submitting your application. A maximum of 14 seats will be allotted for New York State residents who live outside Dutchess or Putnam Counties. Students from outside Dutchess or Putnam counties must comply with all requirements to be considered for admission.