Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) - L

Program Description

This program is unique because it was designed as a template in which to incorporate technical/professional training within the framework of an associate’s degree. This program was created to expand NVU-Lyndon’s ability “to prepare every student.” This program responds to the VSCS strategic plan, specifically providing workforce education for our regional community and the state.

The degree is designed to meet the educational needs in multiple technical/professional fields, e.g., Computer Numerical Control (CNC) training, medical records, banking, etc. The degree requires 28 credits of General Education Core Curriculum, electives, and a flexible number of professional credits (depending on the scope of the professional training required by the organization/technical area). In this degree, the college partners with different organizations, e.g., VTC, VMEC, North Country Career Center, St. Johnsbury Academy, American Banking Association, etc. These organizations provide the technical/professional training, which is independently evaluated to ensure that college-level learning outcomes are met. Thus, the professional education/training components will not be delivered through standard coursework at NVU-Lyndon.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. articulate an appropriate research issue or topic and use appropriate methods and materials to address it;
2. demonstrate an understanding of the range and limits of the issue or topic through written work;
3. present effectively the findings of that research, including appropriate conclusions;
4. demonstrate an understanding of the research project’s relevance to the student’s overall course of study;
5. demonstrate an understanding of the social relevance and broader application of the student’s research project.

Total required credits for program - 67