Vernon College Campuses

The Century City Center in Wichita Falls serves as Vernon College's urban extension, specializing in workforce development, health professions, and technical programs to meet the demands of the North Texas region's growing industries. This campus features modern facilities geared toward practical, career-oriented education with flexible scheduling for working adults.

• Health Information Technology: Certificate and associate programs covering medical coding, billing, electronic health records, and HIPAA compliance, preparing for certifications like RHIT.
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS): Training for EMT-Basic and Paramedic levels, including ambulance operations, trauma care, and advanced life support, with clinical fieldwork.
• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): Associate degree with anatomy, kinesiology, therapeutic techniques, and patient interaction, leading to licensure and roles in rehabilitation settings.
• Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA): Focuses on adaptive skills, mental health interventions, and assistive technology, with hands-on labs and community placements.
• Business Management: Advanced courses in human resources, operations, supply chain, and leadership, with real-world projects and business plan development.
• Information Technology: Specializations in web development, IT support, cloud computing, and data analytics, incorporating tools like Cisco and Microsoft certifications.
• Cosmetology: Full certificate program in hair styling, skincare, nail technology, and salon management, with a student-operated salon for practical experience.
• Pharmacy Technician: Prepares for PTCB certification through pharmacology, compounding, inventory management, and customer service training.
• Automotive Technology: ASE-aligned courses in engine repair, diagnostics, electrical systems, and collision repair, using industry-standard equipment.
• Wind Energy Technology: Specialized certificate for renewable energy careers, covering turbine maintenance, safety protocols, and electrical systems in the Texas wind corridor.

The center also hosts non-credit courses in professional development, such as leadership workshops, grant writing, and entrepreneurship bootcamps. Partnerships with local hospitals, tech firms, and energy companies provide internships and job shadowing. The campus's location in a business district facilitates networking and employment pipelines. Emphasis on accelerated formats and online hybrids accommodates diverse learners, including veterans and adult returners. With a focus on employability, programs integrate soft skills like communication and teamwork. Graduates benefit from a 90%+ placement rate, contributing to the local economy in healthcare, energy, and services. This campus embodies Vernon College's commitment to accessible, high-impact education driving personal and professional success.

Vernon College's Vernon Campus offers a comprehensive array of associate degree and certificate programs designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions or direct entry into the workforce. The campus emphasizes hands-on learning in a supportive environment, with small class sizes and dedicated faculty.

• Associate of Arts (AA) in General Studies: This program provides a broad foundation in liberal arts, including courses in English composition, literature, history, psychology, and fine arts, ideal for students planning to transfer to universities for bachelor's degrees.
• Associate of Science (AS) in Mathematics and Sciences: Focuses on core sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, with lab components to build analytical skills for STEM fields.
• Nursing Program (Associate Degree Nursing - ADN): A rigorous program combining classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and simulations to train compassionate and skilled registered nurses, meeting Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Business Administration: Covers accounting principles, management, marketing, economics, and computer applications, preparing graduates for roles in finance, retail, and entrepreneurship.
• Vocational Nursing (LVN): Shorter certificate program emphasizing practical nursing skills, patient care, pharmacology, and anatomy, leading to licensure as a licensed vocational nurse.
• Computer Information Systems: Includes programming, networking, database management, and cybersecurity basics, aligning with industry certifications like CompTIA.
• Welding Technology: Hands-on certificate with training in MIG, TIG, and stick welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication, for careers in manufacturing and construction.
• Criminal Justice: Explores law enforcement, corrections, criminology, and constitutional law, with opportunities for internships.
• Early Childhood Education: Prepares educators for childcare roles through child development, curriculum planning, and observation techniques.
• Agricultural Sciences: Specialized courses in animal science, plant science, agribusiness, and farm management, tailored to the rural Texas community.

Additionally, the campus offers continuing education and workforce development workshops in areas like HVAC, electrical trades, and CDL training. Dual credit options for high school students ensure seamless transition to higher education. With state-of-the-art facilities including a nursing simulation lab, welding bays, and computer centers, students gain practical experience. The curriculum is regularly updated to meet regional employer needs, boasting high job placement rates. Community partnerships enhance opportunities for internships and scholarships, fostering a holistic educational experience that empowers students to achieve their career goals in diverse fields.