Programs, Majors, and Degrees
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- Types of Degrees/Certificates
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- Statewide Programs:new window Programs offering out-of-county residents same rates as in-county residents if program not offered by their local community college or if student cannot enroll due to an enrollment limit.
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^ Program offers some degrees available as a z-Degree - no textbook purchases required
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- Bioinformatics
- Biotechnology
- Cloud Computing and Networking Technology *
- Computer Science *
- Cybersecurity *
- Data Science *
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Science (Biological Science, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental Science and Policy, Mathematics, Physics)
- STEM: Noncredit & Continuing Education
- American Sign Language
- Art
- Broadcast Media Production
- Communication Studies ^
- Computer Gaming and Simulation
- Digital Media and Web Technology *
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Media Production
- Music
- Performing Arts
- Photography
- Professional and Technical Writing *
- Humanities, Arts, and Communication: Noncredit & Continuing Education
- Behavioral Health *
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Emergency Preparedness Management *
- Fire Science and Emergency Services *
- Health Enhancement, Exercise Science & Physical Education
- Health Information Management *
- Homeland Security *
- Nursing
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology
- Surgical Technology
- Health Sciences: Noncredit & Continuing Education
- Integrated Studies Area of Concentration (INTG Core) *, ^
- Studies in Humanities, Arts, Communication, and Languages Area of Concentration (HACL Core) *, ^
- Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Area of Concentration (STEM Core) *, ^
- Studies in Social Science, Administration, and Health Area of Concentration (SSAH Core) *, ^
All Programs and Areas of Study
* Available as a fully online degree or certificate (see all fully online degrees)
^ Available as a z-Degree - no textbook purchases required (see all z-degrees)
- Early Childhood Education Technology AAS: 315 *
- Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education AAT: 604
- Early Childhood Education Certificate: 177
- Elementary Education/Elementary Special Education AAT: 601A
- Secondary Education–English AAT: 607
- Secondary Education–Mathematics AAT: 605
- Secondary Education–Physics AAT: 603
- Secondary Education–Spanish AAT: 602
- Secondary Education-Chemistry AAT: 610
- Food and Beverage Management Area of Concentration, Hospitality Management AAS: 347A
- Management/Supervision Area of Concentration, Hospitality Management AAS: 347B
- Food and Beverage Management Certificate: 055
- Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Certificate: 233 *
- Meeting, Conference, and Event Planning Certificate: 237
- Interior Design AAS Degree, General Area of Concentration: 306A
- Interior Design AAS Degree, Kitchen and Bath Design Area of Concentration, Interior Design Preprofessional: 306C
- Arts and Sciences AA Degree, Interior Design Area of Concentration: 102
- Interior Design Certificate: 266
- Introductory Interior Design Certificate: 226
- Advanced Interior Design Certificate: 224
- Science AS Degree, Biological Science Area of Concentration: 412F
- Science AS Degree, Chemistry and Biochemistry Area of Concentration: 412D
- Science AS Degree, Environmental Science and Policy Area of Concentration: 412E
- Science AS Degree, Mathematics Area of Concentration: 412B
- Science AS Degree, Physics Area of Concentration: 412C
Definitions of Degrees and Certificates.
MC offers associate's degrees and certificates. An associate's degree requires completion of a 60- to 70-credit combination of courses (generally, about 20 courses). A certificate is a shorter program (minimum of 12 credits) focusing on the development of specific skills.
MC offers AA degrees recognizing mastery in the liberal and fine arts and is intended for transfer to equivalent bachelor of arts programs at four-year schools.
MC offers AS degrees recognizing mastery in science or technology and is intended for transfer to bachelor of science programs at four-year institutions.
MC offers AAT degrees recognizing mastery in a core of professional education coursework and fieldwork consistent with the first two years of teacher preparation.
MC offers AFA degrees (graphic design and studio art) recognizing mastery in the pre-professional arts by those planning to transfer to a BFA program.
MC offers AAS degrees recognizing mastery of vocational-technical occupational skills and intended for those seeking immediate employment opportunities.
MC offers certificate programs recognizing successful completion of a sequence of courses (a minimum of 12 credits) that focus on the development of specific technical skills.
MC offers certifications and licenses in numerous fields.
See specific credit and noncredit information below. To learn more about noncredit offerings, visit MC Industry Certification and Credentialing Preparation Programs.
Notice to Out-of-State Students: Professional licensure and/or certification requirements may vary from state to state. There may be a need for additional education requirements and/or special authorization from the professional licensing/certification agency in that state.
- ACET Education: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- Cisco: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Cloud Computing: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Community Health Worker: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- Certified Public Accountant: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- COMPTIA+: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Cybersecurity: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Early Childhood Education Alternative Certification: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- Fitness Certification/Fitness Professional: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Food & Beverage: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories, except American Samoa, Colorado, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands, where no determination has been made.
- Nursing: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Physical Therapist Assistant: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories, except American Samoa and Northern Mariana Islands, where no determination has been made.
- Radiologic Technology: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Sonography: No determination made.
- Allergen Awareness: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Automotive Technology: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support for Health Care Providers: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Basic First Aid: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Building Trades Technology: Meets educational requirements for all states, DC, and Puerto Rico; does not meet requirements for other US territories.
- Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT): Meets requirements for all 50 states; does not meet requirements for US territories.
- Business Applications: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Certified Associate in Project Management: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Certified Medical Assistant: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Certified Internal Auditor: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- Cloud Technologies: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Commercial Pesticide Applicators: Meets educational requirements for Maryland, Virginia, DC, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and West Virginia.Does not meet requirements for remaining states and territories.
- Computer Networking: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Data Analytics: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Early Childhood – Child Development Associate: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- EKG Technician: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Energy Photovoltaic Associate: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; does not meet requirements for US Territories.
- Green Business Certification: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- GNA Exam/Skills Prep Course: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- Healthcare Access and Registration: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Home Improvement Contractor: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and US territories.
- Home Inspector: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements
in all other states and territories.
Hospitality: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories. Note: California and New York require their own exams. - Interior Design: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Income Tax Preparer: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and US territories.
- ICF Level 1 Coach Training: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Licensed Tree Expert: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and US territories.
- Medical Coder: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Medicine Aide: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and US territories.
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Motorcycle Safety: Meets educational requirements in all states and US territories.
- SHRM CP/SCP Certification Prep: Meets educational requirements in all states and DC, except California; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Nail Technician: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- National Green Infrastructure Certification: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Pharmacy Technician: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Phlebotomy Technician: Meets educational requirements for all states and DC; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Professional Turfgrass Fertilizer Applicator: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and US territories.
- Project Management Professional: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Python Programmer: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.
- Real Estate: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- RN Case Manager/Delegating Nurse Training for Assisted Living: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- ServSafe Food Manager: Meets educational requirements in all states and DC, except California and New York; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Special Police Officer: Meets educational requirements in Maryland; does not meet educational requirements in all other states and territories.
- TiPS Alcohol: Meets educational requirements in all states and DC, except Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, and West Virginia; no determination has been made for US territories.
- Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist: Meets educational requirements in all states and territories.