Herkimer County Community College offers a wide array of associate degree programs, certificates, and transfer opportunities designed to prepare students for careers or further education. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, hands-on learning, and foundational knowledge across various disciplines.
- Business and Accounting: Programs in Accounting, Business Administration, and Entrepreneurship provide training in financial management, marketing, and business operations. Students learn accounting principles, business law, and economic analysis through coursework and simulations.
- Health Sciences: The Nursing program prepares students for the NCLEX-RN exam with clinical rotations and anatomy studies. Other offerings include Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiologic Technology, and Respiratory Therapy, focusing on patient care, medical imaging, and therapeutic techniques.
- Criminal Justice and Public Safety: Courses cover law enforcement, corrections, and forensic science, including criminal procedure, ethics, and community policing strategies.
- Education and Human Services: Early Childhood Education and Teacher Education programs include child development, curriculum planning, and classroom management. Human Services emphasizes social work, counseling, and community outreach.
- Engineering and Technology: Engineering Science offers foundational math and physics for transfer to four-year programs. Computer-Aided Drafting and Office Technology teach software skills like AutoCAD and Microsoft Office suites.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences: General Studies and Liberal Arts provide broad education in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, ideal for undecided students or transfers. Environmental Science explores ecology, sustainability, and conservation.
- Sports and Recreation: Sport Management covers sports marketing, event planning, and facility operations, with opportunities for internships.
Additionally, the college offers flexible online and hybrid courses in subjects like communications, mathematics, and psychology to support diverse learning needs. Career services integrate real-world experience through internships and job placement assistance. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, students receive personalized support to achieve academic and professional goals. The programs are accredited and aligned with industry standards, ensuring graduates are competitive in the workforce or ready for bachelor's degrees at partnering universities. This comprehensive approach fosters critical thinking, communication, and technical proficiency essential for success in today's dynamic job market.
