A technical education from Utah State University provides students with access to high-quality, career-focused classes. Students graduate with a university certificate that employers recognize and value.
Some technical education programs may be completed in one semester, while others take two or more to finish. Many technical education programs offer the opportunity to continue on to earn an associate or bachelor degree.
Opportunities
Steps to Degree Stacking
Start with a certificate from USU-Eastern or your local Utah Technical College
Use your certificate to “stack” towards an associate degree
Use your associate degree to “stack” towards a bachelor degree
Technical Education Certificates
Technical education certificates are accessible, affordable, and prepare students to immediately enter the workforce. Students can start an entry-level certificate program in high school and then “stack” their credentials towards greater and more valuable industry endorsements or licensure.
For instance, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate stacks well into the Medical Assistant Certificate. Similarly, the entry-level Certificate of Proficiency in Phlebotomy builds a foundation for further licenses in the health professions industry.
Career and Technical Education Degrees
Career and technical education (CTE) programs often begin in high school through concurrent enrollment, which provides high school and college credit.
Certificate of Proficiency (CP) Programs
A certificate of proficiency, which is generally a one-semester program, is designated as "CP" on the USU course listing.
Certificate of Completion (CC) Programs
A certificate of completion, which is generally a one-year program, is referred to as "CC" on the USU course listing.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and Associate (AS) Degrees
An Associate of Applied Science or Associate degree, which is generally a two-year program, is referred to as an "AAS" or "AS" degree on the USU course listing.
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