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The online Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts degree program from Brightpoint Community College is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university in pursuit of a bachelor's degree. Graduates of this program are prepared to seek higher education in subjects such as:

• English
• History
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Art History
• Foreign Languages
• Religious Studies

The online Associate of Science in General Studies degree program from Brightpoint is intended for students who wish to pursue a bachelor's degree at a four-year college or university but may be unsure of their intended major. Graduates are prepared to transfer into baccalaureate programs in areas such as:

• Business Administration
• Engineering
• Science
• Social Sciences

The online Certificate in Museum Studies program from Brightpoint Community College is designed to provide training for those already working in the museum field as well as those aiming to acquire jobs in the field. Students will complete an internship at an approved museum, gallery, or cultural institution, gain an understanding of the importance of a museum's mission to its core activities and be able to summarize the policies and procedures that should be followed when working with museum collections, including those related to:

• Acquisitions
• Dispersals
• Risk Management
• Care & Handling

The Business Administration degree online is intended for students who want to earn an associate’s degree for transfer into a four-year program. Courses prepare for transfer into a business administration major and other business related majors, such as accounting, marketing and more. Learn how to understand and analyze financial statements, along with foundations in economics. Further develop your written and verbal communication skill sets. 

Specific courses include topics in, but are not limited to:

• Principles of accounting
• Financial management
• Computer applications

Courses are taught by instructors trained to deliver distance learning, and you can expect to complete this fully online business administration degree in about two years.

Entry-level accounting knowledge gained through the AAS Accounting degree online can boost your resume and prepare you for direct entry into the workforce. Learn how to problem solve as you gain skills in managing financial statements and tax form preparation. Gain proficiency in computer applications cost accounting and economics. Specific course requirements range from taxation and business statistics to spreadsheet software and computerized accounting.

If you hold a qualifying bachelor’s degree and complete this program, you may also be eligible to take Virginia’s CPA exam.

Benefits of online learning include:

• Tutoring, advising, and disability support
• Library services
• Instructors trained to deliver online learning

Gain credentials for entry-level positions in office and retail management through a Business Management degree online at Brightpoint. This career-oriented associate’s program introduces students to basic management and economic principles. Learn ethical and legal consequences in decision-making for businesses as you further enhance your communication skills. You will also have the opportunity to increase your tech know-how in maintaining spreadsheets, including Microsoft Excel.

Coursework includes, but is not limited to:

• Accounting and management principles
• Human resource management
• Organizational behavior

This business management online learning environment provides several student resources, including tutoring, library services, advising, and more. Instructors are equipped to deliver online education. You can expect to complete this fully online business management degree in about two years.

Learn essential skills in starting a business through Brightpoint's online Business Entrepreneurship certificate program. Explore steps needed to create a business plan, and gain effective communications in presenting organizational stakeholders' management strategies and decisions. Equip yourself with technological proficiencies in Microsoft Excel. Take courses in accounting, marketing, business law, and more.

Distance education program benefits include:

• Completion in one year
• Faculty trained in teaching online learning
• Support services including advising, tutoring, and disability support

IT and many business careers are highly interrelated and an online Management Information Systems is ideal for anyone who works in data and wants a combination of knowledge. In addition to Microsoft Excel proficiency, enroll in courses in leadership development, database management software, project management and more. As you progress through this online certificate program, you will have access to advising, tutoring and library resources. Additionally, faculty are trained specifically in distance education. 

This online MIS certificate can be completed in about one year. Successful completion may prepare you for AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification.

An online Supervision certificate provides leadership and decision-making skills for a broad range of entry-level management positions. Increase your spreadsheet proficiency as you progress through classes, some of which include human resource management, organizational behavior, and computer applications. Complete this program in as little as one year.

Tyler offers support services for online learners:

• Library resources
• Tutoring and advising
• Disability support

The online Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice is a two-year online program that prepares students for jobs in criminal justice and law enforcement. Students learn ethical behavior through criminal justice simulations, understand theories of what causes crime, and analyze interactions between law enforcement agencies and citizens. This online degree has options for transfer to complete a bachelor’s degree at Old Dominion University, Virginia Commonwealth University, or Virginia State University.

Courses include, but are not limited to: 

• Police Response to Critical Incidence
• Principles of Criminal Investigation
• Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional

Classes are taught by industry experts. There are many online resources that students can access for academic support. Graduates are ready to succeed as criminal justice professionals from the knowledge and skills gained through this online associate’s degree program. 

The online Criminal Justice Career Studies Certificate is a one-year program that prepares students for careers in criminal justice and law enforcement. Through this online program, students learn the purpose of the juvenile justice system and participate in criminal justice simulations. Emphasis is placed on components of the criminal justice system.

Courses include, but are not limited to: 

• Criminology
• Criminal Law, Evidence, and Procedures
• College Composition

Classes are taught by experienced faculty. By completing the program, students demonstrate an introductory level of competency in police, courts, corrections, rights of juveniles, dispositions, and more. Graduates are ready to tackle new challenges and provide superior services by obtaining the online Criminal Justice Career Studies Certificate. 

The online Cyber Security Career Studies Certificate is a one-year program that prepares students for entry-level jobs in networking and cyber security. This program also provides additional training for current practitioners. Students participate in an internship to gain hands-on experience in the field.

Courses include, but are not limited to: 

• Python Programming
• Network Security Layers
• Incident Response and Computer Forensics

Students study topics such as security models, policies, hacking, security threats, and more. This online career studies certificate program prepares students for three industry certification tests. Classes are taught by dedicated and experienced faculty. Graduates have the competitive skills needed to succeed in the field of cyber security by obtaining the online Cyber Security Career Studies Certificate.

Enroll in this secondary education degree online and advance professional opportunities.  Do you want to teach middle or high school English, history, or social studies?  If so, this program may be for you!

Students complete a two-year degree that prepares them to transfer to a four-year college and major in English or history.  Courses cover such topics as:

• History of education
• Learning to speak, read, and write in a foreign language
• Create lesson plans
• Communicate effectively

All students complete a practicum, observing and working in a school setting.

Enroll in online teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities.  Are you interested in teaching grades K-6?  If so, this online teaching degree may be for you.

In addition to learning about the history of education and human development, courses also cover:

• Creating lesson plans
• Effective communication
• Problem-solving

All students complete a practicum, observing and working in school settings.

Graduates are prepared to transfer to a four-year college and major in elementary education.

Prepare for an exciting career in education with this online STEM teaching degree. Are you interested in a career teaching middle or high school math? If so, this degree may be a good fit for you.

Courses cover a variety of topics, including:

• History of education and human development
• Creating lesson plans
• Communicating effectively
• Problem-solving

All students complete a practicum that allows them to observe and work in school settings.

Graduates are prepared to transfer to a four-year college and major in math.

The online Early Childhood Career Studies Certificate program from Brightpoint Community College is designed to benefit persons currently employed or seeking employment working with young children in settings such as preschools, child care centers and homes, Head Start and Early Head Start programs, and before-and-after school programs. Courses cover topics such as:

• Early Childhood Education
• Teaching Art, Music & Movement to Children
• Observation & Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings
• Guiding the Behavior of Children
• Health, Safety & Nutrition Education