Degree Requirements

• Catalog-In-Force
• Requirements for All Degrees
• Requirements for Specific Degrees
• Additional Associate Degrees
• Certificate Requirements (CERT)
• Courses that Satisfy the Academic Group Requirements

Catalog-In-Force

Each student’s catalog-in-force for degree or certificate requirements is the College Catalog which is in effect when a student first enrolls in credit courses at Wayne County Community College District.

A student, who has been away from the College for four (4) or more regular semesters, or the last two (2) years, must complete an application for re-admission. Students will follow the Catalog-inforce requirements (degree or certificate program requirements) effective the term the student re-enrolls in credit courses.

For programs that have selective admission, a student’s catalog- in-force requirements (degree or certificate program requirements) are those that are in effect the term a student is accepted into the program and enrolls in program courses.

In addition, the District reserves the right to change course offerings and academic requirements as deemed necessary.

Requirements for All Degrees

Candidates applying for an associate degree at Wayne County Community College District must meet the following basic requirements:

• Complete at least 60 credit hours
• A minimum of 15 credits of program requirements at WCCCD
• PS 101 American Government  (3 credits)
• Have a minimum grade point average of 2.0 upon completion.

 Requirements for Specific Degrees

• Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree
          
• Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree
           
• Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
        
• Associate of General Studies (A.G.S.) Degree 
       

Additional Associate Degrees:

A student who has received an associate degree from WCCCD may obtain an additional associate degree in another area. However, students should seek academic advising before pursuing an additional associate’s degree. This provision is subject to the following stipulations:

• For each additional associate degree, a minimum of 15 semester credit hours must be completed at WCCCD. These credit hours may not repeat previously earned credit.
• All academic group requirements for the associate of arts or associate of science degree may be met by credit previously earned, or by credit additionally earned, or both.
• All courses required by any specific program must be completed.
• An associate of arts degree may be earned following an associate of science degree or vice versa. However, no additional degree will be granted in the same program in which the first degree was earned.
• An additional degree must be within a specific program if the first degree was not.
• Students must complete their last semester at WCCCD.
• Students may not receive a certificate and an associate degree in the same career program within the same semester.

Certificate Requirements (CERT)

Certificate programs are designed for students who are seeking entry-level skills and for those who wish to improve their performance in their present job or who wish to qualify for advancement. These programs are designed to stack your credentials-by upskilling, getting you into the workforce quickly, or working toward an advanced degree. Each program builds toward a higher credential. This means you can stop at the level that’s right for you or continue upward.

Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in the program upon completion to receive a certificate. The specific course requirements are listed in the academic program section of this Catalog. Refer to the table of contents for page listings of certificate programs. In addition, contact the Workforce Development Department at the District for information on specialized certificate training programs offered throughout the academic year.

Short-Term Certificates:

• Certificate of Achievement (ACERT):
  less than 16 credits
• Short-Term Certificate (SCERT): 
  minimum 10 credits, maximum 29 credits

One-Year Certificates:

• One-Year Certificate (CERT): 
  30-35 credits

Courses That Satisfy the Academic Group Requirements

The courses listed below may be used to satisfy the English, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences academic group requirements for the following degree programs:

• Associate of Arts
• Associate of Applied Science
• Associate of Science
• Associate of General Studies

Refer to the “Specific Degree Requirements” and the special requirements of your chosen program listed in this catalog to be sure that you select the correct courses.

NOTE: Elective courses may be selected from the list of courses below in addition to the courses listed in the Course Description section of this catalog.