Ranger College Campuses

The Brown County Campus in Brownwood focuses on accessible higher education for Central Texas residents, specializing in career-oriented programs that align with local industry needs in healthcare, trades, and business. This satellite location offers flexible scheduling to accommodate working adults and features state-of-the-art facilities for hands-on learning.

• Vocational Nursing: Intensive curriculum including patient care, medical terminology, nutrition, and supervised clinical rotations in local hospitals, culminating in LVN certification and pathways to registered nursing.
• Business and Office Technology: Training in office management, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, business communications, and quickbooks accounting, ideal for administrative and clerical positions.
• Welding and Industrial Technology: Advanced courses in flux-cored arc welding, structural steel fabrication, and safety protocols, with access to modern welding labs for certification in multiple processes.
• Criminal Justice: Studies in law enforcement procedures, criminology, constitutional law, and corrections, preparing students for roles in policing, probation, or homeland security.
• Early Childhood Development: Courses on child growth, curriculum planning, classroom management, and inclusive education practices, leading to certifications for preschool teaching and daycare operations.

General education classes in math, English, and humanities are also available for degree completion or transfer. The campus collaborates with regional employers for internships in manufacturing and energy sectors. Continuing education options include CPR certification, forklift operation, and computer literacy workshops. With a commitment to affordability and student success, the Brown County Campus enrolls hundreds annually, providing personalized advising and support services. Its programs emphasize practical, job-ready skills while offering core academic foundations. This location's strategic focus on vocational training addresses workforce shortages in Brown County, fostering economic growth through educated professionals. In total, offerings span health sciences, technical trades, and professional development, ensuring comprehensive educational access.

The Erath County Campus in Stephenville extends Ranger College's reach into the Cross Timbers region, emphasizing programs that support agriculture, education, and public service careers. Housed in partnership with local institutions, it provides evening and online-hybrid options for busy schedules, promoting seamless credit transfer to universities like Tarleton State.

• Agriculture and Natural Resources: Courses in animal science, plant pathology, soil management, and agribusiness economics, with practical labs on crop production and livestock handling for ranching and farming professions.
• Education and Teacher Preparation: Pedagogy, classroom assessment, educational psychology, and content-specific methods for elementary and secondary levels, preparing paraprofessionals and aspiring teachers.
• Public Safety and Emergency Services: Fire science, paramedic training, incident command systems, and hazardous materials response, leading to certifications in firefighting and EMS.
• Liberal Arts Core: Essential classes in literature, philosophy, government, and fine arts, building analytical skills and cultural awareness for associate degrees or general studies.
• Health and Kinesiology: Anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition, and sports management, supporting careers in physical therapy assistance, coaching, or wellness programs.

The campus also offers developmental education in reading, writing, and math to build foundational skills. Community engagement includes workshops on sustainable farming and leadership development. With dedicated faculty and modern resources, it serves as a hub for non-traditional students, veterans, and first-generation learners. Programs integrate technology for virtual simulations in safety training and ag-tech applications. This location's curriculum reflects Erath County's rural economy, focusing on sustainable practices and community resilience. Over 40 course options ensure breadth, from certificates to full degrees, with emphasis on experiential learning through field trips and internships. The Erath County Campus plays a vital role in regional talent development, bridging education with local opportunities in education, emergency response, and agriculture sectors.

The Ranger Campus serves as the flagship location for Ranger College, offering a comprehensive array of associate degree and certificate programs tailored to workforce development and transfer opportunities. Core academic offerings include liberal arts and sciences, providing foundational courses in English composition, mathematics, history, and biology that prepare students for baccalaureate degrees at four-year institutions.

• Business Administration: Courses cover accounting principles, management strategies, marketing fundamentals, and entrepreneurship, equipping students with skills for entry-level positions in corporate environments or small business ownership.
• Nursing and Allied Health: The vocational nursing program includes anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical practicums, leading to licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). Additional health tracks feature medical assisting and emergency medical technician (EMT) training.
• Welding Technology: Hands-on instruction in shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and pipe welding, with emphasis on blueprint reading and fabrication techniques for industrial careers.
• General Education: Broad curriculum in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, including psychology, sociology, chemistry, and physics, fostering critical thinking and interdisciplinary knowledge.
• Computer Information Systems: Programming in languages like Python and Java, database management, networking, and cybersecurity basics, preparing for IT support and development roles.

Beyond these, the campus supports dual credit programs for high school students and continuing education in areas like cosmetology and child development. With small class sizes and experienced faculty, the Ranger Campus emphasizes practical skills and academic excellence, serving Eastland County and surrounding regions. Community partnerships enhance opportunities in agriculture, oil and gas, and public safety training. Overall, the programs total over 50 options, blending theory with real-world application to boost employability and further education pathways. This campus's diverse course catalog ensures accessibility for traditional and non-traditional learners alike.