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From healthcare and information technology industries to agriculture and manufacturing, this online HR program can add to your credentials. The online Accelerated Human Resource Management Technical Diploma program is tailored to those in supervisory positions, or aspiring managers, interested in increasing HR knowledge. Learn more about policies and procedures and gain effective strategies in order to be an effective leader. Required courses include topics such as safety and risk management, talent development and HR management. 

Credits earned from this diploma can also be applied to an associate’s degree, should you choose to further your education.

The online Accelerated Leadership Technical Diploma is designed for leadership careers, and focuses on the supervisory management of a diverse workforce, along with skills in organizational behavior and development. Learn more about HR policies and how to implement quality standards and tactics.

This program is ideal for anyone working in healthcare, information technology, construction, manufacturing and more. And, if you decide to further your education, credits earned from this diploma can be applied to one of the school’s associate degrees.

The online Accelerated Lean Organizations Technical Diploma program is intended for current and aspiring lead persons, supervisors, and managers in organizations of all types and sizes who wish to acquire the skills and tools necessary to successfully manage projects, ensure quality, and apply lean operation solutions. Lean is a work smarter, not harder, approach that allows an organization to produce more while utilizing fewer resources. Courses, which may also be applied toward the Leadership Development AAS degree, prepare students to: 

• Employ best practice strategies
• Increase leadership skills
• Learn management fundamentals to achieve industry goals

The online Accelerated Supervision Technical Diploma program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform supervisory and managerial functions. Learn essential office skills in time management, interpersonal communications, conflict resolution and other vital tasks necessary for an organization to run smoothly. Take courses in team building and skills for the business professional, applicable in nearly every organization. 

Courses, which may also be applied toward the Leadership Development AAS degree, prepare students to:

• Apply quality strategies and methods in order to be an effective leader
• Understand and implement HR policies and procedures
• Perform supervisory management functions to achieve company goals

The online Accounting Assistant Technical Diploma program prepares students to perform entry-level accounting functions and process financial transactions, such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash. Learn how to analyze financial reports and assist in planning and decision making. Courses include topics in accounting, business mathematics and popular computer applications.

Potential careers include:

• Accounting assistant
• Office assistant
• Bookkeeper
• Staff accountant

The online Associate of Applied Science in Business Analyst degree is designed for students interested in pursuing careers that allow them to support business initiatives.  With this program you will learn how to gather and analyze business requirements using best practices and relevant technologies in order to support business initiatives.  As a result, graduates are prepared to function as liaisons between Information Technology and content experts.  Coursework teaches students how to support the software development needs of a large variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, insurance finance, and software publishing. 

Upon completion of this degree, you will be able to:

• Analyze data to support business intelligence
• Apply best practices of the Agile methodology
• Synthesize functional requirements for business needs
• Demonstrate leadership throughout business analysis efforts
• Build relationships with stakeholders
• Perform elicitation, validation, and analysis of requirements to meet business needs

An online Data Analytics associate’s degree allows students to gain expertise in tracking and interpreting data across multiple sectors in order to make decisions and improve organizational performance. Learn best resources for research and gain technical skills which enable you to map data and create reports. You will have the opportunity to apply analytical information across a number of industries, including agriculture, information technology, manufacturing and healthcare. In addition, increase your soft skills in interpersonal communication.

This degree program is valuable for anyone seeking a career as a:

• Data administrator / developer
• Database consultant
• Data warehouse analyst

A number of four-year universities partner with the school to provide a transfer pathway into a four-year degree program.

A technical associate’s HR degree online can equip you with entry-level credentials to work in a wide range of business organizations. Successful completion will prepare you for careers in labor relations, training and development, human resources generalist and more. Learn human resources fundamentals in employment law and compensation and benefits. Gain knowledge to develop training programs and create workforce plans. 

Topics of study include, but are not limited to:

• Safety and risk management
• Organizational behavior and development
• Talent acquisition

Should you desire to continue your education, a number of four-year universities offer transfer agreements.

The online Associate of Applied Science in Leadership Development degree prepares students to take on leadership positions.  This program is designed to train and upgrade supervisors, managers, and aspiring supervisors and managers but is also beneficial to lead persons and labor union officials.  The curriculum develops skills in human relations, motivation, leadership, delegation, and labor relations.  You will also gain skills in problem solving, decision making, communication, stress management, training, time management, business ethics, and computer skills.  As a result, students are prepared to perform supervisory management functions to achieve organizational objectives upon program completion, applying human resources policies and procedures, effective leadership skills, and quality strategies and tactics.

For anyone interested in starting a business, the online Small Business Entrepreneurship associate’s degree provides vital knowledge in accounting, managing and marketing. In this program, you will have the opportunity to learn how to develop an effective business plan and implement marketing strategies for optimal company performance. Additionally, increase your leadership capabilities as you learn the ins and outs of operating a business. 

Course offerings include, but are not limited to:

• Team building and problem solving
• Managing human resources
• Social media campaigns

The online Sports and Recreation Management associate’s degree combines business essentials with management knowledge of recreation, sports and wellness. Learn basic business fundamentals as they apply to the sports and recreation industry, including organizing and budgeting recreational events. Gain knowledge of policies and laws governing sports, in addition to industry-specific technology and operating procedures. 

Courses in this technical associate degree are aimed at sports and recreation management. Topics of study range from business courses in accounting and marketing to recreational studies in outdoor recreation and event planning. An internship in Hospitality/Sports and Recreation provides hands-on applications. 

Successful completion enables you to pursue entry-level career opportunities, such as:

• Commercial fitness associate
• Sports marketing
• Sport event planner

The online Microsoft Office Certificate provides a foundation to learn the latest Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Upon completion, students are prepared for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) industry certification testing and possess the skills to manage software and solve IT problems.

Credits earned from this certificate can be applied to a diploma or associate degree.

Northcentral Technical College offers an online Communication Certificate program.  This certificate is designed to improve written and oral communication skills by expanding the understanding and application of communication.  The curriculum teaches students to demonstrate effective communication skills, analyze audiences prior to developing an effective communication plan, and to effectively respond to audiences in an appropriate manner.  You will demonstrate the ability to be an effective team player and to provide effective feedback in oral and written communication.  Graduates are also able to self-assess communication skills.

If you are a supervisor, or desire to advance in a leadership position, the online Leadership Essentials Certificate program offers opportunities to build your knowledge in leadership, management, and business operations. As you progress through this certificate program, learn effective practices in team building and personal leadership development. Learn how to apply supervisory management strategies as you increase techniques in production operations. 

On completion, you may choose to further your education and apply earned credits to an associate degree.

The online Marketing / Basics Certificate provides basic fundamentals in marketing and business. You will have the opportunity to learn basic terminology and concepts, as you further develop your capabilities in research and developing presentations. Courses include topics in principles of marketing, sales and retailing and merchandising.

The online Marketing / Digital Internet Marketing Technical Diploma program can equip you with the traditional marketing practices and principles, along with the latest strategies in internet marketing and social media. Learn basics in product promotion and sales as you increase your knowledge of developing effective email campaigns and writing campaign taglines. Complete courses in market research and digital marketing strategies.

Through the college’s Pathways, credits earned from this diploma program can be applied to the school’s associate degree in digital marketing.

The online Marketing / Digital Marketing Promotions Technical Diploma program introduces students to foundational marketing skills while examining effective ways to promote a business or service through digital marketing strategies. Courses include studies in social media marketing, promotions, email marketing campaigns and more. 

Learn:

• Development of successful marketing strategies
• Best practices for product promotion and selling strategies
• Evaluate and analyze market research

Credits earned from this diploma may be applied towards another program of study at the school.

Increase your capabilities to promote products and services through hands-on classroom experiences in the online Marketing / Promotions Certificate. In this program, learn a number of important skill sets, some of which include event planning, retail sales strategies, advertising and creating business-to-business presentations.

Specific courses offer studies in:

• Social media campaigns
• Promotions
• Principles in marketing, sales, retailing and merchandising

Gain hands-on marketing applications for entry-level positions in a large range of businesses and industries. Through the online Marketing / Sales Representative Certificate, students can increase their knowledge of sales, marketing, promotions, advertising, and public relations. Curriculum focuses on:

• Basic marketing terminology and strategies
• Creating and delivering effective business presentations
• Increasing and building customer value and business relations

The online Marketing / Social Media Technical Diploma program provides students with a foundation of marketing skills and an introduction to best ways to promote a business or service through the use of social media. Equip yourself with skills in strategies to meet market goals, as you learn how to best promote products and services. Increase your knowledge of market research in order for effective decision making and successful selling.

Courses, which may also be applied toward the Digital Marketing AAS degree, include, but are not limited to:

• Social media campaigns
• Social media analytics and SEO
• Marketing principles

The online Office Assistant Technical Diploma program can give you the competitive credentials for positions in entry-level office and support staff. The curriculum emphasizes software skills, customer service, and interpersonal skills, providing students with the knowledge and skills needed to:

• Demonstrate effective workplace communications
• Apply technology skills to business and administrative tasks
• Perform routine administrative procedures
• Maintain internal and external relationships
• Model professionalism in the workplace

The online Professional Communication / Digital Marketing Certificate program combines communications and digital marketing courses in order for students to learn how to write effectively for a wide variety of purposes and to communicate with clear and concise contexts. Communication courses include studies in interpersonal communication, mass communications and others. The marketing portion of this certificate offers topics in copywriting and marketing presentations. In addition, enroll in technical reporting, speech and English composition.

The online Professional Communication / Marketing Certificate program combines in demand communication and marketing program content. You will have the opportunity to increase your ability to communicate in clear and concise methods, and also how to write effectively for a wide range of purposes. In addition to communication courses, studies include topics such as marketing presentations, principle and advanced sales, and technical reporting.

The online QuickBooks Certificate program is designed to help students understand basic accounting fundamentals and provide practical experience in computerized accounting utilizing QuickBooks software. Increase your understanding of accounting principles as you learn how to manage records and integrate QuickBooks reports into software, such as Excel. Completion of this program will give you the necessary credentials to prepare for the QuickBooks certification.

The online Small Business Bookkeeping Certificate offers fundamentals in entry-level accounting skills for anyone looking to increase their skill sets for positions in the office environment. As part of this certificate, learn QuickBooks software applications, in addition to preparing and managing financial records for small businesses. 

Courses include studies in:

• Accounting
• QuickBooks
• Excel
• Business mathematics

The Certificate in Information Technology A+ Exam Preparation from Northcentral Technical College is an online information technology degree.  This certificate is designed to prepare students for IT vendor-neutral CompTIA A+ certification exams.  You will study such topics as:

• Computer hardware
• Operating systems
• Basic networking
• Security
• Professionalism

Students are able to complete this certificate completely online, preparing for their future while still meeting personal and professional obligations.  This certificate fully ladders into the IT-Help Desk Technical Diploma, the IT-Computer Support Technician Technical Diploma and the IT-Computer Support Specialist Associate Degree.

The Certificate in Information Technology in Information Security is an online information security degree from Northcentral Technical College.  If you are familiar with Linux Server, CISCO network communications, and Windows Server and are interested in addressing current security threats online, then this certificate could get you started.  You will learn to address issues related to:

• Security+
• Command Line Shells
• Shell Scripting
• Ethical Hacking

Courses will help you recognize and respond to network attacks, use security tools, and identify security strategies.  Graduates will find success as information security officers, network security specialists, information security specialists, and more.

The Diploma in Information Technology Computer Support Technician program from Northcentral Technical College is an online information technology degree.  Computer use is a part of daily life for the majority of people, which leads to the need for professionals capable of assisting users with technical support.  This online information technology degree prepares students to provide entry-level technical support, assisting users through the troubleshooting of hardware and software problems.  In addition to providing a strong technical foundation, students also improve their communication skills that will be beneficial with conflict management and effective user training.  Graduates are qualified to sit for the HDI Customer Support Representative (HDI-CSR) and HDI-Desktop Support Technician (HDI-DST) and the CompTIA A+ Certifications. 

The curriculum offers the knowledge and skills needed to:

• Manage operating systems
• Manage application software
• Support information technology hardware
• Provide basic network support for existing networks
• Provide end user support

The Diploma in Information Technology Help Desk program from Northcentral Technical College is an online information technology degree.  As technology advances and becomes a constant fixture in our lives, the need for professionals capable of assisting with basic hardware and software problems also grows.  This diploma meets that need, preparing students to fulfill challenging technical support roles.  You will learn to assist customers, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and to document solutions.  In addition to a strong technical foundation, this diploma improves the communication skills that are needed for both conflict management and effective user training.  

Graduates are prepared to sit for HDI Customer Support Representative (HDI-CSR) and HDI-Desktop Support Technician (HDI-DST) Certifications.  This diploma also ladders fully into the IT - Computer Support Specialist Associate Degree program.

The Diploma in Information Technology Junior Developer is an online software development degree from Northcentral Technical College.  If you are searching for a degree that will allow you to create software that focuses on user-experience design, this may be for you.  With this online software development degree, students learn to use the latest object-oriented programming languages and technologies to design and develop desktop and web software.  The focus is on helping you learn to apply current user-experience design standards while gaining proficiency in C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.  Graduates will be able to use object-oriented languages and the Agile software development methodology to create applications for usability, user experience, and accessibility. 

This program ladders fully into the IT – Software Developer Associate Degree program.

The Diploma in Information Technology Mobile Programmer program from Northcentral Technical College is an online software development degree.  With this diploma students learn to design and develop web and mobile software, allowing you to enter the competitive programming field.  Courses cover the latest programming languages and related technologies, including:

• C#
• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• JQuery
• SQL

You will be able to write applications in object-oriented languages and to participate in application development teams.  Graduates are ready to meet the application development needs of businesses in multiple industries by writing web and cloud-based services and applications that are user-friendly and data-driven. 

This program ladders fully into the IT – Mobile Applications Developer Associate Degree program.

The Diploma in Information Technology Software Development Specialist is an online software development degree from Northcentral Technical College.  If you wish to be on the front lines of desktop and web software development, this diploma is a great place to start your journey.  The curriculum teaches the latest object-oriented programming languages and related technologies.  As you prepare for success in a variety of industries, you will study C#, ASP.NET, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and more.  Graduates are able to:

• Write and maintain applications
• Design data-driven applications
• Incorporate best practices of Agile software development
• Work within software development teams

This program ladders fully into the IT – Software Developer Associate Degree program.

The Diploma in Information Technology Web Design Specialist from Northcentral Technical College is an online web development degree.  The world today revolves in large part to the world wide web, with most people using the web at some point daily.  This online web design degree will teach you to design, develop, and maintain websites that will be used for both business and pleasure.  Students learn to create functional and efficient website navigation using various web-oriented scripting tools.  Courses also help you create digital media objects and integrate web technologies that will meet an organization’s needs.  Graduates are able to create web pages and design websites that are dynamic, interactive, and use effective, web-optimized graphics. 

This program ladders fully into the IT – Web Designer Associate Degree program.

The Associate of Applied Science in Foundations of Teacher Education is an online degree from Northcentral Technical College for those interested in becoming Paraeducators, or Instructional Assistants. With this degree you will be able to work under the supervision of a licensed teacher, performing such duties as assisting children with math, science, reading, and writing assignments; handling classroom management; and performing clerical and other tasks related to instruction. In addition, you may also be involved with monitoring student activities, tutoring, correcting papers, working with children individually or in small groups, classroom displays, supervising classroom and school events, and a wide variety of other activities that help the teacher provide the best instruction possible to the students. Coursework teaches proactive classroom management techniques and instructional support strategies for different areas of study. 

Graduates are prepared to work with students from Pre-K through high school and can:

• Use the reflective process to promote professional growth
• Perform professional responsibilities
• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Work with students with diverse needs
• Implement developmentally appropriate practices to aid learning

Advance your career and knowledge with this online mechanical engineering degree. Learn to work with engineers to design and prepare engineering drawings. You will work with both 2D and 3D computerized drawing software. Courses teach students to draw and design machinery parts and products of all types.  

Graduates are prepared to:

• Select purchased parts
• Analyze mechanical engineering problems
• Create CAD geometry, parts, and assemblies

The online Healthcare Receptionist Technical Diploma is designed as an extension of the Office Assistant Technical Diploma or Administrative Professional Associate Degree program by preparing students to perform a variety of office support functions within health care organizations.  The curriculum prepares students to perform medical office administration functions; model professional behavior, ethics, and appearance in the health care environment; produce medical and business documents; apply medical language and AHDI formatting guidelines in all medical documents; provide customer service skills professionally, and use appropriate technology and technical skills to manage information and solve problems.

Jumpstart your career in healthcare with this online medical billing and coding degree.  Prepare for a career as an entry-level coding specialist, reviewing medical documentation from physicians and other healthcare providers, and then translating this information into numeric codes.  Learn to assign and sequence diagnostic and procedural codes using universally recognized coding systems. 

Graduates will work in such facilities as:

• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Physician practice groups
• Surgery centers
• Long-term care facilities

After graduating, obtain Medical Coding Certification through either the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) by completing a written exam.

The online Medical Office Specialist Technical Diploma teaches students to serve patient and organizational needs by performing a variety of office support or business functions within health care organizations.  Duties may include scheduling appointments, screening and making telephone calls, obtaining and verifying patient registration information, transcribing medical dictation, preparing and maintaining medical records, preparing correspondence, preparing patient billing and insurance claims, performing financial and bookkeeping procedures, arranging outside appointments, admissions, and managing daily office activities.

Individuals wanting to provide client services in a variety of fields including psychology, rehabilitation, and social work can benefit from this Human Services Assistant Technical Diploma from Northcentral Technical College. The program gives students strong skills in interviewing, communicating, building relationships, and counseling. 

Graduates will be able to help clients identify and make use of available social and community resources. This online human services degree allows individuals to assist with developing, organizing, and conducting programs helping with issues such as substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, and dependent care.

Students will study topics including:

• Counseling
• Addiction
• Psychology
• Human services
• Developmental psychology

A certificate in Social and Behavioral Science from Northcentral Technical College provides learners with soft skills related to social and behavioral issues. These soft skills are personal qualities and abilities that can be utilized to enhance a person’s interactions, job performance, and career opportunities. 

Students will learn how to better approach interactions in critical and ethical ways. Classes outline psychological theories, the dynamics of group interactions, and the factors influencing human behavior. 

Class options available to students include:

• Economics
• Psychology of human relations
• Ethics
• Tolerance and humanity
• Diversity 
• Marriage and family

Human services professionals can enhance their knowledge and skills related to children, their families, and their environments with a certificate in Youth and Family from Northcentral Technical College. This online human services degree program focuses on child development, family violence, juvenile delinquency, and marital roles.

Students will be able to understand cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns across the lifespan. Additionally, courses examine human developmental stages and indicators of interpersonal violence. Graduates can use the certificate in careers such as supervised visitation worker, behavior technician, developmental disability aide, parent/child interaction worker, or youth worker.

Students can explore topics including:

• Human sexuality
• Issues in child maltreatment
• Crisis intervention and stress management
• Gerontology
• Substance use and family systems
• Developmental psychology