Program Exploration

Explore Programs Based on Your Traits

How would you categorize yourself? A doer, thinker, creator, helper, persuader, or organizer? We have categorized our programs under specific interest areas developed by an expert in career development—John Holland. Please read the short description of the six occupational themes and then locate the list of academic programs under the theme(s) that interest you. Each program of study will have a link to more specific information.

These explanations come from onet online, which we find invaluable when working with PCC students.

Realistic (Doers)

Occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Program Options for Doers

Architectural Technology

Architectural Technology Associate Degree

Automotive Systems Technology

Automotive Systems Technology Associate Degree
Automotive Systems Technology Diploma
Automotive Systems Technology Level I Certificate
Automotive Light-Duty Diesel Technology Diploma

A/C, Heating & Refrigeration Technology

A/C, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Associate Degree
Efficiency and Performance Diagnostics Diploma
Heating and Refrigeration Service Diploma
Heating and Refrigeration Service Certificate

BLET (Basic Law Enforcement Training)

Basic Law Enforcement Training Certificate

Building Construction Technology

Building Construction Technology Associate Degree
Residential Carpentry Diploma
Framing Certificate

Criminal Justice Technology

Criminal Justice Technology Associate Degree

Electrical Systems Technology

Electrical Systems Technology Degree
Electrical Systems Technology Diploma
Basic Wiring Certificate
Programmable Logic Controller Certificate
Industrial Controls Certificate
Photovoltaic Systems Certificate
Commercial Wiring Certificate
Industrial Wiring Certificate
Control Systems Certificate
Into to Industry Certificate

Electronics Engineering Technology

Electronics Engineering Technology Associate Degree
Basic Electronics Certificate
Computer Technology Certificate
Automation Technology Certificate
Biomedical Electronics Certificate

Industrial Systems Technology

Industrial Systems Technology Associate Degree
Industrial Systems Technology Diploma
Basic Mechanical Maintenance Certificate
Bio-Maintenance Certificate
Facilities Maintenance Certificate
Industrial Systems Technology Level I Certificate
Industrial Systems Technology Level II Certificate

Industrial Management Technology

Industrial Management Technology Associate Degree
Bio-Management Practices Certificate
Front-Line Supervisor Certificate
Intro to Project Management Certificate
Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate
Principles of Supplier Quality Certificate
Problem-Solving Certificate

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology Associate Degree
Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma
Mechanical Engineering Software Certificate
Mechanical Fundamentals Certificate
Manufacturing Processes Fundamentals Certificate

Welding Technology

Welding Technology Associate Degree
Basic Welding Diploma
Basic Welding Certificate
SMAW (Stick) Certificate
GMAW (MIG) Certificate
GTAW (TIG) Certificate
Welding BPR / Testing Certificate
Bio-Welding & Repair Certificate
Intermediate Welding Certificate

Investigative (Thinkers)

Occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Program Options for Thinkers

Biotechnology

Biotechnology Associate Degree
Biotechnology Associate Degree, University Transfer – Research and Forensic Pathway
Biotechnology Associate Degree, Non-University Transfer – QC Pharma Pathway
BioWork Certificate

Electronics Engineering Technology

Electronics Engineering Technology Associate Degree
Basic Electronics Certificate
Computer Technology Certificate
Automation Technology Certificate
Biomedical Electronics Certificate

Information Technology: Computer Programming and Development

Computer Programming and Development Associate Degree
JAVA Programming Certificate
Python Programming
C# Programming Certificate
Data Reporting and Analytics Certificate
Computer Science Transfer Certificate

Information Technology: Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Associate Degree
Cybersecurity Certificate

Information Technology: Network Management

Network Management Associate Degree
Routing and Switching Certificate
System Administrator Certificate
Wireless LAN Certificate

Information Technology: Technical Support

Technical Support Associate Degree
Information Technology Diploma
Computer Information Technology Certificate
Desktop Support Technician Certificate

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology Associate Degree
Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma
Mechanical Engineering Software Certificate
Mechanical Fundamentals Certificate
Manufacturing Processes Fundamentals Certificate

Medical Assisting

Medical Assisting Associate Degree

Artistic (Creators)

Occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

Program Options for Creators

Architectural Technology

Architectural Technology Associate Degree

Associate in Fine Arts

Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts Degree
Associate in Fine Arts in Music Degree

Education and Child Development

Education and Child Development Associate Degree
Associates in Arts in Teacher Preparation (Transfer)
Associates in Science in Teacher Preparation (Transfer)
Associates in Arts in Birth through Kindergarten (Transfer)
Associates in Arts in Non-Teaching Administration (Transfer)
Education and Child Development Diploma
Administration Certificate
Early Childhood Education Certificate
Infant and Toddler Certificate
Special Education Certificate
School Age Certificate
Autism Certificate
Elementary Education Residency Licensure Certificate

Graphic Design

Graphic Design Associate Degree
Graphic Design Certificate

Information Technology: Simulation and Game Development

Simulation and Game Development Associate Degree
Mobile App Entrepreneur Certificate
SGD – Art Certificate
SGD – Programming Certificate

Social and Human Services: Addiction and Recovery Studies

Addiction and Recovery Studies Associate Degree
Addiction and Recovery Studies Certificate

Social and Human Services: General

Social and Human Services Associate Degree
Social and Human Services Diploma

Social and Human Services: Social Services

Social Services Associate Degree

Social (Helpers)

Occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Program Options for Helpers

Associate Degree Nursing

Nursing Associate Degree

Business Administration: Human Resources Management

Human Resources Management Associate Degree
Human Resources Management Certificate
Payroll & Benefits Specialist Certificate

Cardiovascular Sonography

Cardiovascular Sonography Associate Degree

Criminal Justice Technology

Criminal Justice Technology Associate Degree

CT & MRI Technology Diploma

CT/MRI Technology Diploma
CT Certificate
MRI Certificate

Dental Assisting

Dental Assisting Diploma

Education and Child Development

Education and Child Development Associate Degree
Associates in Arts in Teacher Preparation (Transfer)
Associates in Science in Teacher Preparation (Transfer)
Associates in Arts in Birth through Kindergarten (Transfer)
Associates in Arts in Non-Teaching Administration (Transfer)
Education and Child Development Diploma
Administration Certificate
Early Childhood Education Certificate
Infant and Toddler Certificate
Special Education Certificate
School Age Certificate
Autism Certificate
Elementary Education Residency Licensure Certificate

Emergency Medical Science

Emergency Medical Science Associate Degree
Emergency Medical Science Associate Degree (Bridge Program)

Health Information Technology

Health Information Technology Associate Degree

Medical Assisting

Medical Assisting Associate Degree

Medical Sonography

Medical Sonography Associate Degree

Nuclear Medicine Technology

Nuclear Medicine Technology Associate Degree
Nuclear Medicine Technology Associate Degree (Online)
Nuclear Medicine Diploma

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant Associate Degree

Polysomnography

Polysomnography Associate Degree
Polysomnography Associate Degree (Bridge Program)
Polysomnography Certificate

Radiation Therapy Technology

Radiation Therapy Diploma

Radiography

Radiography Associate Degree

Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapy Associate Degree

Social and Human Services: Addiction and Recovery Studies

Addiction and Recovery Studies Associate Degree
Addiction and Recovery Studies Certificate

Social and Human Services: General

Social and Human Services Associate Degree
Social and Human Services Diploma

Social and Human Services: Social Services

Social Services Associate Degree

Enterprising (Persuaders)

Occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.

Program Options for Persuaders

Business Administration: General

General Business Administration Associate Degree
General Business Administration Degree (with ECU Transfer Agreement)
Management Applications and Principles Certificate
Business Supervisor Certificate
Business Productivity Software Certificate

Business Administration: Human Resources Management

Human Resources Management Associate Degree
Human Resources Management Certificate
Payroll & Benefits Specialist Certificate

Business Administration: Marketing

Marketing Associate Degree
Marketing Certificate

Construction Management Technology

Construction Management Technology Associate Degree

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship Associate Degree
Entrepreneurship Certificate
Small Business Certificate

Healthcare Management Technology: General

HMT General Associate Degree
HMT Accounting Associate Degree
HMT Entrepreneurship Associate Degree
HMT Long Term Care Associate Degree
HMT Long Term Care Certificate
HMT Certificate
HMT Customer Service and Collection Management Certificate

Industrial Management Technology

Industrial Management Technology Associate Degree
Bio-Management Practices Certificate
Front-Line Supervisor Certificate
Intro To Project Management Certificate
Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate
Principles of Supplier Quality Certificate
Problem-Solving Certificate

Conventional (Organizers)

Occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

Program Options for Organizers