Green River College's Auburn Campus offers a comprehensive range of programs designed to meet diverse educational needs, from foundational skills to advanced career training. As a community college, it emphasizes accessible, high-quality education in various disciplines.
- Arts and Humanities: Courses include visual arts, music, theater, and literature, fostering creativity and cultural understanding through hands-on projects and performances.
- Business and Management: Programs cover accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship, and office administration, preparing students for entry-level positions or transfer to four-year institutions with practical skills in finance and leadership.
- Science and Mathematics: Offerings encompass biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, and calculus, with lab-based learning to build analytical skills for STEM careers or further studies.
- Health Sciences: Specialized training in nursing, medical assisting, dental hygiene, and allied health, including clinical simulations and certifications to enter healthcare fields directly.
- Engineering and Technology: Courses in computer science, engineering basics, IT networking, and cybersecurity, featuring coding bootcamps and project-based learning for tech industry readiness.
- Social Sciences: Psychology, sociology, history, and anthropology classes explore human behavior and societies, supporting transfer pathways to bachelor's programs.
- Trades and Technical: Welding, automotive technology, construction management, and HVAC programs provide vocational training with industry certifications and apprenticeships.
- Education and Early Childhood: Preparation for teaching careers through child development, education fundamentals, and practical classroom experience.
- English and Communications: Writing, public speaking, journalism, and ESL courses enhance communication skills essential for all fields.
- Foreign Languages: Spanish, Japanese, and other languages to promote global competency and cultural exchange.
The campus supports transfer degrees like Associate of Arts and Sciences, alongside applied bachelor's in areas such as IT and business. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, students receive personalized support. Extracurriculars include clubs and workshops to enrich learning. Overall, the curriculum aligns with workforce demands, boasting high completion rates and partnerships with local employers for internships and job placement. This holistic approach ensures graduates are well-equipped for success in a dynamic job market, whether pursuing immediate employment or advanced education.
