The Associate in Applied Science in General Technology Nursing Preparation and Clinical Studies program prepares students to enter the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing or the Licensed Practical Nursing diploma program. Students will complete general education classes while earning certifications to help increase opportunities to enter the workforce. The curriculum provides classroom, clinical and laboratory experience for students preparing to apply to competitive entry programs here at Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College. This degree is not designed for transfer to a four-year institution.
The primary specialty for this degree is Patient Care Technician, which includes the following certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, and Electrocardiography or Dialysis Technician. Students will gain a secondary specialty in Biology, providing an opportunity to set a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology and microbiology. Students in this program also have the opportunity to complete electives in allied health, natural sciences, social sciences and humanities.
Primary Technical Specialty: Patient Care Technician
Secondary Technical Specialty: Biology
The Associate in Science pathway in Health Science and Nursing Careers University Transfer Preparatory program prepares students to enter an Associate in Applied Science degree in Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant programs, or diploma programs in Licensed Practical Nursing or Medical Assisting. This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution following licensure. Students may also earn a Certified Nursing Assistant professional healthcare certification through careful selection of electives.
Primary Technical Specialty: Patient Care Technician
Secondary Technical Specialty: Allied Health
As a leading industry in South Carolina, agriculture is vital to all areas of the state, especially the rural areas. An increased understanding of agricultural practices to improve the sustainability of farms or agricultural industries will benefit students in this program. The General Technology major allows the agriculture student to become skilled in an additional technology field.
Students in a Secondary Technical Specialty in Business will work closely with their advisor to develop the planned coursework to obtain the General Technology Degree.
Graduates will obtain the knowledge and skills to be successful in agricultural production or in the agricultural support industries. In addition, they will develop business skills that will allow them opportunities to expand employment options.
Transfer Opportunity:
OCtech has an approved articulation agreement with Clemson University – Bachelor of Science Degree in Soils and Sustainable Crops.
Primary Specialty: Welding Technology
Secondary Specialty: Industrial Maintenance Technology
Primary Specialty: Advanced EMT
Secondary Specialty: Forensics