College Catalog and Degree Information
DEGREE OPTIONS
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AA - Behavioral Science
Western Oklahoma State College offers high-quality courses designed to fulfill the lower level requirements for behavioral science majors at most senior colleges. The student should complete the general education requirements shown below and finish the Associate’s Degree with electives indicated below. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges, the student is strongly urged to consult a faculty advisor.
AA - Biology [A Mathematics and Sciences Option]
This Associate in Science Degree program is designed to meet the needs of students to continue studies at a four-year university or professional college in the biological, physical, health-related sciences, and mathematics. Biological sciences fields include agriculture, botany, zoology, ecology, microbiology, forestry, physiology, and environmental science. Physical science fields include geology, astronomy, meteorology, physical, and occupational therapy. Mathematics fields include accountant, actuary, engineer, teacher, economist, financial auditor and consumer loan/credit officer. <br /> Western Oklahoma State College offers high-quality courses designed to fulfill the lower level requirements for science and mathematics majors at most senior colleges. Students completing the Associate in Science Degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division general education requirements satisfied. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university and a faculty advisor.
AA - Early Childhood
This degree plan includes the 38 hours of general education requirements generally completed during the first two years of a fouryear educational program, along with 25 hours in child development/early childhood courses. Students completing the Associate in Science Degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division general education requirements satisfied. Students should consult the four-year institution to which they are planning to transfer and carefully select courses that meet the requirements for that school. This can be done while working with their advisor at Western. Students completing the Associate in Science in Early Childhood Degree are prepared for employment opportunities in Head Start programs, child care centers, family child care homes, church-related child care, and as teacher’s assistants in the public schools.
AA - Liberal Arts
The liberal arts degree is designed for the student who plans to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree upon completion of the associate of arts degree. In addition to the general education requirements for most bachelor's degrees, the program provides a broad background in the liberal arts area. A student completing the associate of arts degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division requirements satisfied. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university and a faculty advisor. The liberal arts degree is suitable for students who desire to seek a degree in liberal arts, education, English, communications and many other majors as well.
AA - Pre-Education [A Liberal Arts Option]
The Associate in Arts Degree in Liberal Arts with a Pre-Education option offers a degree path for students interested in teaching at the elementary grade-school level. This flexible degree plan option prepares students to transfer to a Professional Teacher Education program at a four-year college or university where the student can earn teaching certification in one of three areas: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Special Education. Students interested in teaching at the high school level should talk with an advisor to see what courses would better meet those requirements. The departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges; therefore, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university and a faculty advisor. Courses taken in these four discipline areas must be completed with a grade of “C” or higher for the course to satisfy degree requirements.
AA - Religion [A Social Science Option]
This curriculum includes Western's degree requirements and those completed during the first two years of a four-year program. Students completing the Associate in Arts degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division general education requirements satisfied. Students should consult the four-year institution to which they are planning to transfer and select courses that meet requirements for the bachelor's degree program of that school.
AA - Social Science
This curriculum includes Western’s degree requirements and those completed during the first two years of a four-year program. Students completing the Associate in Arts Degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division general education requirements satisfied. Students should consult the four-year institution to which they are planning to transfer and select courses that meet requirements for the Bachelor Degree program of that school.
AA - Sociology [A Behavioral Science Option Option]
Western Oklahoma State College offers high-quality courses designed to fulfill the lower level requirements for Behavioral Science majors with an option in sociology at most senior colleges. The student should complete the general education requirements shown below and finish the Associate’s Degree with electives indicated below for specific majors. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university and a faculty advisor.
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (AS)
AS - Agriculture Business [A Agriculture Science Option]
The Associate of Science in Agriculture-Business degree program is designed for students transferring to a 4-year institution with an Agriculture Economics and/or Agriculture Business program. Because departmental requirements vary at different 4-year universities, students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling
AS - Agriculture Education, Communication, & Leadership [A Agriculture Science Option]
The Associate of Science in Agriculture Education, Communication, and Leadership degree program is designed for students transferring to a 4-year institution with an Agriculture Education, Agriculture Communication, and/or Agriculture Leadership program. Students should complete general education requirements, Agriculture requirements, and area recommendations shown below. Because departmental requirements vary at different 4-year universities, students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling
AS - Agriculture Science
Western Oklahoma State College offers high-quality courses designed to fulfill the lower level requirements for Agriculture degrees at a four-year institution. Students transferring to 4-year Agriculture Programs should consult with an Ag advisor before enrolling. Because Departmental requirements vary at different senior colleges, students should consult a faculty advisor.
AS - Animal Science [A Agriculture Science Option]
The Associate of Science in Animal Science degree program is designed for students transferring to a 4-year institution with an Animal Science program. Students should complete general education requirements, Agriculture and Science requirements, as well as the area recommendations shown below. Because departmental requirements vary at different 4-year universities, students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
AS - Business Administration [A Business Option]
The Business Administration program is designed for the student who plans to transfer to a senior college to complete the Bachelor's of Business Administration Degree. The student should complete the General Education requirements, and finish the Associate degree with electives for specific majors. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different universities, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university, and a faculty advisor.
AS - Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Western Oklahoma State College offers high-quality courses designed to fulfill the lower-level requirements at most senior colleges. Students completing the Associate in Science degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division, general education requirements satisfied. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university and a faculty advisor.
AS - Health, Physical Education and Recreation Kinesiology and Exercise Science [A Health, Physical Education and Recreation Option]
Western Oklahoma State College offers high-quality courses designed to fulfill the lower-level requirements at most senior colleges. Students completing the Associate in Science degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division, general education requirements satisfied. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university and a faculty advisor.
AS - Infants and Toddlers
This degree plan includes the 38 hours of general education requirements generally completed during the first two years of a fouryear educational program, along with 25 hours of required early childhood courses specific to infant/toddler studies. Students completing the Associate in Science Degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division general education requirements satisfied. Students should consult the four-year institution to which they are planning to transfer and carefully select courses that meet the requirements for that school. This can be done while working with their advisor at Western. Students completing the Associate in Science in Infants and Toddlers Degree are prepared for employment opportunities in Head Start programs, child care centers, family child care homes, and church-related child care. (Certificate Available – See Certificate Degree Plan)
AS - Physical Science Engineering Technology [A Mathematics and Sciences Option]
This Associate in Science degree program is designed to meet the needs of students to continue studies at a four-year university or professional college in the biological, physical, health related sciences and mathematics. Biological sciences fields include agriculture, botany, zoology, ecology, microbiology, forestry, physiology, and environmental science. Physical science fields include geology, astronomy, meteorology, physical, and occupational therapy. Mathematics fields include accountant, actuary, engineer, teacher, economist, financial auditor and consumer loan/credit officer. <br /><br /> Western Oklahoma State College offers high-quality courses designed to fulfill the lower-level requirements for science and mathematics majors at most senior colleges. Students completing the Associate in Science degree may transfer to any senior-level state institution and expect to find their lower division general education requirements satisfied. Because departmental requirements vary somewhat at different senior colleges, the student is strongly urged to consult the catalog of the transfer college or university and a faculty advisor.
AS - Plant and Soil Science [A Agriculture Science Option]
The Associate of Science in Plant & Soil Science degree program is designed for students transferring to a 4-year institution with a Plant and Soil Sciences program. Students should complete general education requirements. Agriculture requirements, as well as the area recommendations shown below. Because departmental requirements vary at different 4-year institutions, students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling
AS - Pre-Veterinary Animal Science [A Agriculture Science Option]
The Associate of Science in Agriculture Pre-Veterinary Animal Science degree program is designed for students transferring to a 4-year institution with a Pre-Veterinary Medicine program. Students should complete general education requirements, Agriculture and Math Requirements, as well as Recommended Sciences shown below. Because departmental requirements vary at different 4-year universities, students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
AS - Range and Wildlife Management [A Agriculture Science Option]
The Associate of Science in Range and Wildlife Management degree program is designed for students transferring to a 4-year institution with a Natural Resources Ecology and management program. Students should complete general education requirements, Agriculture and Science requirements, as well as the area recommendations shown below. Because departmental requirements vary at different 4-year universities, students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS)
AAS - Applied Animal Science [A Agriculture Science Option]
A degree in Applied Animal Science will provide students with applicable knowledge and skills needed for animal care, production, and management of domestic livestock and companion animal species. All students will be required to complete an industry practicum and capstone. The Applied Animal Science AAS degree prepares students to enter the workforce upon graduation. Although this degree is not intended for university transfer, all general education and some agriculture courses will count toward a bachelor’s degree at a 4-year institution. Students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
AAS - Aviation [A Applied Technology Option]
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Applied Technology at Western Oklahoma State College is designed for individuals that have industry recognized credentials in their chosen career field. The Aviation option allows individuals to utilize industry credentials and pair them with general education and guided electives in technical related courses to earn a degree. This degree would allow individuals to work in an aviation position that requires at least an associate degree along with industry credentials.
AAS - Business Management
The Business Management program at Western Oklahoma State College is committed to providing coursework to allow a student a successful entrance to the workforce with an entry-level management position. Students are able to customize the degree through guided electives to better prepare them for the workforce area they plan to enter.
AAS - Child Development
The child development program is designed for the student who plans to enter the job force immediately. After successful completion of the required curriculum, you will receive an Associate in Applied Science degree which prepares you for job opportunities in the early childhood field. Employment opportunities are available in Head Start programs, day care programs, church-related programs, and as teacher’s assistants in the public schools. (Certificate Available – See Certificate Degree Plan)
AAS - Corrections [A Criminal Justice Option]
The corrections program is designed for students who plan to enter the job force immediately as corrections officers for state or private prisons. The corrections degree offers students a broad background in the organization, management, and operations of corrections agencies.
AAS - Criminal Justice
The criminal justice program has been designed to meet the needs of students who wish to enter the job market directly. After completing the required curriculum, you will receive an Associate in Applied Science degree, which prepares you for job opportunities in the law enforcement field. Careful selection of electives will also provide the opportunity to transfer to a four-year degree program in criminal justice. Click on the links below to learn more about each option within the Criminal Justice degree.
AAS - Cyber Security [A Applied Technology Option]
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Applied Technology at Western Oklahoma State College is designed for individuals that have industry recognized credentials in their chosen career field. The Cyber Security option allows individuals to utilize industry credentials and pair them with general education and guided electives in technical related courses to earn a degree. Because of the threats to computerized data and information, the need for cyber information security is at an all-time high. This degree would allow individuals to work in the cyber security position that requires at least an associate degree along with industry credentials.
AAS - Farm & Ranch Management [A Agriculture Science Option]
Farm & Ranch Management majors learn skills and practices applicable to management of farms, ranches, and other agribusinesses through classroom and laboratory experiences. All students will be required to complete an industry practicum and capstone. The Farm & Ranch Management AAS degree prepares students to enter the workforce upon graduation. Although this degree is not intended for university transfer, all general education and some agriculture courses will count toward a bachelor’s degree at a 4-year institution. Students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
AAS - Graphic Design [A Applied Technology Option]
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Applied Technology at Western Oklahoma State College is designed for individuals that have industry recognized credentials in their chosen career field. The Graphic Design option allows individuals to utilize industry credentials and pair them with general education and guided electives in technical related courses to earn a degree. This degree would allow individuals to work in the graphic design position that requires at least an associate degree along with industry credentials.
AAS - Military Studies
An Associate in Applied Science Degree in Military Studies can help you advance in rank, improve your chances for commissioning programs, and improve the knowledge and skills needed for continued service and personal fulfillment. Additionally, a college degree makes you more competitive in the civilian job market. <br /><br /> The Military Studies program at Western Oklahoma State College is committed to providing exemplary educational opportunities to meet the needs of both the individual and the community through a curriculum that trains competent, employable individuals in a wide variety of skill specialties. Military Studies students will complete the Associate in Applied Science degree by creating a comprehensive capstone project and paper reflecting an understanding of military history, leadership, ethics, and the role of the armed forces in peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts.
AAS - Nursing
The Nursing Program is designed for the student who plans to enter the job force immediately. After successful completion of the required curriculum, you will receive an Associate in Applied Science Degree, which prepares you for the registered nurse licensure exam. The program consists of a prerequisite semester in which students must have completed all prerequisite courses prior to admission to the nursing program. Because of the limited spaces available in this program, admission is highly competitive and completion of all general education, related, and support courses is highly recommended. To be considered for acceptance to the nursing program the student must meet certain entrance standards. Contact the nursing\ department for additional program admission requirements and program details.
CERTIFACATE
Agriculture Industries [Certificate]
The Agriculture Industries certificate program is designed to provide students in-depth agriculture industry and agri-business knowledge to apply to their own operations or launch a career in the agriculture industry. This certificate program prepares students to enter workforce upon graduation and is not intended for university transfer; however, some agriculture courses will count toward an Associate’s degree at WOSC and/or a Bachelor’s degree at a 4-year institution. Students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
Animal Health Assistant [Certificate]
The Animal Health Assistant certificate program places emphasis on acquisition of animal husbandry skills to prepare students for jobs in animal health-related industries. Students completing this certificate program will be prepared for positions related to animal health and nutrition of domestic livestock and companion animal species. All students will be required to complete an industry practicum and capstone. This certificate program prepares students to enter workforce upon completion and is not intended for university transfer; however, some agriculture courses will count toward an Associate’s degree at WOSC and/or a Bachelor’s degree at a 4-year institution. Students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
Child Development Assistant [Certificate]
The Child Development Assistant Program is designed for the student who plans to enter the job force immediately. The Certificate is recognized by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing Division, as one step above the national Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). Students completing the Certificate in Child Development are prepared for employment opportunities in child care centers, family child care homes, church-related and other similar child care programs.
Crop Production [Certificate]
The Crop Production certificate program provides students with a solid background in plant and soil sciences, precision agriculture, agriculture chemical and fertilizer applications, forage and pasture management, and agriculture business management. This certificate program prepares students to enter workforce upon graduation and is not intended for university transfer; however, some agriculture courses will count toward an Associate’s degree at WOSC and/or a Bachelor’s degree at a 4-year institution. Students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
Farm and Ranch Management [Certificate]
The Farm and Ranch certificate program is designed to help students apply knowledge gained through the program to a career in the farming and/or ranching industry. Students will learn how to manage farms and ranches via courses in economics, animal husbandry, soil science, and plant science as well as completing an industry-related internship.
Horse Management [Certificate]
The Horse Management certificate program places emphasis on acquisition of equine husbandry skills to prepare students for jobs in the horse industry or for management of their own farms and horses. Students completing this certificate program will be prepared for positions ranging from assistant managers of small farms to equine business-related positions in sales. All students will be required to complete an equine industry internship. This certificate program prepares students to enter workforce upon graduation and is not intended for university transfer; however, some agriculture courses will count toward an Associate’s degree at WOSC and/or a Bachelor’s degree at a 4-year institution. Students should consult with an Agriculture advisor before enrolling.
Infants and Toddlers [Certificate]
The Infant Toddler Certificate is designed for the student who plans to enter the job force immediately to teach children newborn to thirty-six months. Students completing the Certificate in Infant Toddler are prepared for employment opportunities in Early Head Start, child care centers, family child care homes, church-related and other similar child care programs.