Associate Degree and Certificate Programs
Note: Any item in this catalog is subject to modification at any time by proper administrative procedure. Check with Academic Advising or your Program Manger to inquire about potential changes between Catalog Publications.
Curricular requirements for a specific degree may be met by completing all of the course requirements for that degree as set forth in the catalog of matriculation provided that the selected catalog is not more than six years old when the requirements for graduation are met.
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- Applied Business - Associate of Applied Business
- Applied Business Retail and Merchandising Services - Certificate
- Applied Studies - Associate in Applied Studies
- Arts - Associate of Arts
- Automotive Technology - Associate of Applied Science
- Automotive Technology - Certificate of Completion
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- Child Development - Certificate of Completion
- Computer Technology - Associate of Applied Science
- Computer Technology - Certificate of Completion
- Counseling and Community Psychology - Associate in Counseling and Community Psychology
- Counseling and Community Psychology - Certificate of Completion
- Creative Media Design - Associate of Applied Science
- Criminal Justice - Associate in Criminal Justice
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- Digital Marketing & Advertising - Associate of Applied Science
- Drafting and Graphics Technology - Certificate of Completion
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- Early Childhood Education - Associate in Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Education - Certificate of Completion
- Education - Associate in Education
- Electrical Systems - Certificate of Completion
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Basic - Certificate of Completion
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Intermediate - Associate of Applied Science
- Energy Technology - Certificate of Completion
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- Science - Associate of Science
- Social Work - Associate of Social Work
- Southwest Heritage Studies - Certificate on Completion
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A Note About Career Technical Education Courses
Students planning to pursue a four-year degree at New Mexico State University after completing their studies at NMSU Grants need to be aware that not all career technical education courses taken at NMSU Grants will apply toward a given major at NMSU. The number of NMSU Grants credits that may be counted toward a four-year degree depends on the major selected and any agreements providing for the acceptance of the career technical education courses.
It is best for students to consult advisers at both NMSU Grants and NMSU early in their associate degree program to insure that the maximum number of credits will apply toward the bachelor’s degree program selected.
Placement Tests
All students should take the Math and English Placement Test to assist in determining skill levels, if they have not taken the ACT or SAT and earned adequate scores. Some students may benefit by taking developmental coursework in English and/or mathematics to strengthen skill levels in these areas. Although developmental courses do not meet degree requirements, they are certainly of benefit to those enrolled. After completing any developmental courses, new students are advised to complete ENGL 1110G Rhetoric and Composition, before completing other General Education requirements.
Certificate Programs
Students who plan to earn a certificate in one of the Certificate programs are encouraged to schedule an appointment with an Academic Adviser in the Student Services office; the student will be provided with a specific program of study. Additionally, speak with a Financial Aid adviser to ensure the certificate program is eligible for financial aid.
Additional Programs
In addition to Associate Degrees and Certificate programs offered by NMSU Grants, the college also offers additional programs of study that prepare students for Bachelor's Degrees and certification in several areas.
Students who want to earn credit in Early Childhood development may enroll in the Early Childhood (ECED) courses for CDA certification. Students are encouraged to contact the appropriate State, Tribal or local agency for specific certification requirements.