College of the Mainland's Main Campus in Texas City offers a comprehensive array of associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training programs designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities or direct entry into the workforce. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills and foundational knowledge across diverse disciplines.
- Business and Management: Courses include principles of accounting, business law, marketing, and management, leading to Associate of Applied Science degrees in business administration and entrepreneurship. Students learn financial analysis, organizational behavior, and strategic planning through hands-on projects and simulations.
- Health Sciences: This popular field features nursing programs such as the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), vocational nursing, and certified nursing assistant training. Additional offerings include medical assisting, radiologic technology, and emergency medical services, focusing on patient care, anatomy, pharmacology, and clinical rotations in local healthcare facilities.
- Information Technology: Programs cover computer programming, networking, cybersecurity, and web development. Students earn certificates in Cisco networking, Microsoft systems administration, and software development, with courses on coding languages like Java, Python, and SQL, as well as database management and ethical hacking.
- Engineering and Industrial Technologies: Options include process technology for petrochemical industries, instrumentation, welding, and drafting. The Associate of Science in Engineering prepares for transfer, with classes in calculus, physics, statics, and CAD software, tailored to the Gulf Coast's energy sector.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences: Core transfer programs offer Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees with courses in English composition, history, psychology, biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Humanities electives include art appreciation, music theory, and philosophy, fostering critical thinking and communication skills.
- Criminal Justice and Public Services: Degrees and certificates in law enforcement, corrections, and fire science, covering criminal procedure, forensics, community policing, and emergency management. Practical training includes scenario-based simulations and internships with local agencies.
- Education and Early Childhood: Preparation for teaching careers through child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management courses, leading to paraprofessional certifications and associate degrees for elementary education transfers.
- Visual and Performing Arts: Classes in graphic design, digital media, theater, and music performance, with access to studios and performance spaces for portfolio development.
Workforce development includes short-term certifications in HVAC, electrical trades, and logistics, supporting the region's maritime and industrial economy. All programs integrate online, hybrid, and in-person formats, with support services like tutoring and career counseling to ensure student success. The campus's location near Houston provides opportunities for partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing real-world application of coursework. Overall, these offerings cater to over 5,000 students annually, promoting lifelong learning and economic mobility in the community.
