Clackamas Community College Areas of study
Business
Accounting, management, administrative careers, and business transfer.
Creative Arts
Visual arts, music, design, and performance.
Health Professions
Nursing, medical assisting, phlebotomy, and allied health.
Industrial Technology
Welding, automotive, manufacturing, and the trades.
Natural Resources
Horticulture, water/environmental technology, and renewable energy.
STEM
Engineering transfer, cybersecurity & networking, and computer science.
Social Sciences
Psychology, sociology, criminal justice, and human services.
Teaching + Education
Early childhood education and education transfer.
Degrees & certificates
| Award | Length | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Associate of Arts – Transfer (AAT) | ~90 credits | Transfer to a university, most majors |
| Associate of Science – Transfer (AST) | ~90 credits | Science/business majors with university alignment |
| Associate of Applied Science (AAS) | ~90 credits | Career-ready technical fields (e.g., Nursing, Cybersecurity) |
| Career Pathway certificate | < 1 year | Fast credential that stacks toward a degree |
Other pathways
ESOL - English for Speakers of Other Languages
Build English skills for school, work, and life, with classes at multiple levels.
GED & Adult Basic Education
Finish your high school equivalency and prepare for college.
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn in registered trade apprenticeships.
Customized & workforce training
Short courses and employer-customized training to build job skills.
Common questions
How long is an associate degree?
About 90 quarter-credits - roughly two years of full-time study.
Do certificates count toward a degree?
Yes - most Career Pathway certificates stack into a related associate degree.
Which programs transfer to universities?
The AAT and AST are designed to transfer to four-year universities.
Do you offer English classes for non-native speakers?
Yes - the ESOL program builds English skills at multiple levels.