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The online Associate of Arts & Sciences in General Studies is a flexible program that does not require students to declare a specialized major subject field.  While some students stop upon completing this liberal arts degree, most plan to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor’s degree.  In the baccalaureate program, students will develop specialized academic interests and aptitudes that go beyond this liberal arts degree.  

The curriculum provides freshman and sophomore-level course work that can go towards the completion of a baccalaureate degree.  You will complete courses in such areas as:

• English
• Physical Education/Health
• Humanities
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Science

Laurel Ridge Community College offers the Associate of Arts & Sciences in Liberal Arts degree.  This liberal arts degree is designed as a transfer program for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution and a baccalaureate degree program.  While they can begin work immediately after completing this degree, this degree in liberal arts provides freshman and sophomore-level course work toward the completion of a bachelor’s degree. 

You may wish to major in one of several fields, including:

• American Studies
• Anthropology
• English
• History
• Library Sciences
• Psychology
• Religion
• Theatre Arts

Laurel Ridge Community College offers an online liberal arts degree, the Certificate in General Education.  This degree in liberal arts is geared toward first-time job seekers who want to be more competitive in the job market and more valuable in the workplace.  It also provides foundational courses for students who want to move on to associate degrees or to transfer to four-year institutions.  This liberal arts degree is a good starting point for those pursuing entry-level knowledge and skills in a variety of areas while exploring the world of work and career opportunities.  It also helps you identify more specific career and educational goals. 

The curriculum teaches skills in:

• Writing
• Analytical Reasoning
• Computing
• Administrative Support

An online Business Administration degree program from Laurel Ridge offers a transfer path into a four-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance or other business-related program. Courses provide freshman and sophomore level coursework, focusing on topics such as:

• Communications
• Accounting
• ​Macroeconomics
• ​Microeconomics

Affordability and flexibility are two advantages of enrolling into an online degree at Laurel Ridge. Faculty trained to teach online and support resources provide added benefits.

Laurel Ridge Community College's Communication degree online is intended as a transfer program for students who eventually want to earn a bachelor’s degree at a four-year university. Beginning at the community college level offers an affordable path, along with the added flexibility of distance education. Faculty are equipped to deliver virtual instruction and the school provides added resources for eLearners.

Communication studies offer credentials for a broad range of careers; from business communication to journalism and mass media. In this online associate degree program, you will have the opportunity to complete general education courses, along with elective credits in communications and other areas of interest.

Prepare for a career working with some of the youngest students with this online early childhood education degree. This program is designed for those seeking to work with children in grades PreK-3. Gain knowledge and skills that are beneficial for those supporting the care, development, and education of young children.  

The curriculum consists of such courses as:

• Introduction to Early Childhood Education
• Teaching Art, Music & Movement to Children
• Guiding the Behavior of Children
• Infant and Toddler Programs
• Introduction to Exceptional Children

This online early childhood education associate degree program can serve as the foundation for transfer into a bachelor’s degree program for childcare professionals and potential teachers.

Enroll in online teaching degrees and advance professional opportunities. This program is designed as a transfer program. While students may begin work immediately after completing this degree, it is primarily designed for students who plan to enter a baccalaureate program. With this degree, students complete freshman and sophomore-level coursework that provides credits toward the completion of a bachelor’s degree and in preparation for teacher licensure.

The curriculum consists of such courses as:

• Principles of Public Speaking
• Orientation to Education Professions
• United States History Since 1865
• Economic Essentials: Theory and Application
• U.S. Government and Politics

Graduates will ultimately become employed as teachers in private or public school settings.

The online Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Management is designed for individuals who want to work in the health field without working directly inpatient care.  Students learn about the management of systems to collect, interpret, and analyze patient data and to communicate information related to the research, planning, provision, and evaluation of everyday operations in health care services.  You will also gain skills to manage positions related to the functions. 

The curriculum includes instruction in:

• Administrative management
• Medical coding
• Medical administrative technology
• General education