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Apr 04, 2025

Catalog 2025-2026

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Catalog 2025-2026

Program Checklist (PDF)

Professional Studies (A.S.) +

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The Professional Studies program prepares students for entry-level professional positions in a variety of settings. Students also enjoy the flexibility to explore academic and workplace opportunities in various career fields or choose a single Focus Area.

+ This program can be completed fully online.

Program Outcomes

Key Information for Students

Degree Program & Embedded Certificate Maps

Transfer Options:

CCV programs are designed to make transfer to a bachelor’s degree program seamless, easy, and affordable for graduates. CCV has agreements and 2+2 transfer pathways within the Vermont State College System (VSCS) and other institutions in Vermont and the region. Early planning can help you follow a clear transfer path.

Search Pathways

Visit our transfer page for additional information.

Program Requirements

For recommended course sequence, consult Degree Program & Embedded Certificate Maps .

BUS 1010 - Introduction to Business
ACC 1001 - Office Accounting
or 3-4 credits in Accounting
BUS 1320 - Principles of Supervision
or
BUS 2020 - Principles of Management
or
BUS 2210 - Small Business Management
INT 2860 - Professional Field Experience

Professional Studies Electives

CHOOSE 12 CREDITS from ACC, AHS, BUS, CIS, COM, ECO, MEC, POS or INT to focus on career areas of interest. Suggested Focus Areas include administrative management, banking, legal studies, non-profit management or manufacturing.

General Education Requirements

All associate degrees include completion of general education requirements which, together with program requirements, constitute a minimum of 60 credits. In some cases program requirements also fulfill general education requirements. You may not use a single course to meet two general education requirements.

Also see the General Education Requirements for Associate Degrees for requirements and course choices.

VSCS- These courses meet the Vermont State College System General Education Framework.

Complete at least one course in each of the following:

Electives: 3 credits

Minimum Total Credits in Degree: 60

Note(s)

* You may use a course to meet both a program requirement and a general education requirement; however, you may not use a single course to meet two general education requirements.