High School Certificate Programs
General Terms
Dual enrollment is the term given to courses in which high school students have the opportunity to earn both high school and college credits simultaneously.
CTE Short-Term Certificate (STC): An undergraduate award signifying the successful completion of a prescribed course of study (9 to 29 semester credit hours) equipping the student with a focused set of skills for an entry-level position in business and industry. CTE Short-term certificates are not designed for transfer to a senior institution.
Certificate (CER): An undergraduate award (less than a degree) signifying the successful completion of a prescribed course of study (30 to 60 semester hours) that provides the student with a specialized set of skills for employment or professional advancement. Certificates are not designed for transfer to a senior institution. All colleges are authorized to award certificates.
There are a wide variety of degrees and certifications. What your student needs after graduation depends on their career path. For example, a lawyer, teacher will need to earn at least a bachelor's degree and then earn certifications and /or licensure in addition to a four-year degree. For this path, a student will need to look into our associate degree programs. However, for a student who is interested in becoming a plumber or cosmetologist, a four-year bachelor's degree is not required. Students interested in career paths such as these would need to consider our Career Tech certifications.
High School Certificate Programs
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Suggested Course Sequence for Long-Term Certificate
Advanced Manufacturing
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
ILT 120/Introduction to AC/DC Circuits
MET 220/Mechanical System 1
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
INT 258/Industrial Electricity & Electronics (pre-req ILT 120)
ILT 163/Digital Electronics
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
ILT 190/Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (pre-req ILT 120)
ILT 168/Hydraulics/Pneumatics
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
ILT 209/Motor Controls 1 (pre-req ILT 120 & MET 220)
ILT 213/Industrial Process Control
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Year 3
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
INT 213/Motor Controls 2
ADM 234/Applied Industrial Robotics
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
ILT 193/Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers
ILT 210/Mechatronics
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Certificate
Agri Science - Partnership with Enterprise State Community College
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
HOC 110, Introduction to Horticulture
3
Face-to-Face @ GHS
Spring
AGR 200, Introduction to Animal Dairy Science
4
Face-to-Face @ GHS
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
AGP 152, Agricultural Equipment Repair and Maintenance
3
Face-to-Face @ GHS
Spring
HOC 230, Vegetable and Orchard Corps
3
Face-to-Face @ GHS
Year 3
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
HOC 115, Soils and Fertilizers
4
Face-to-Face @ GHS
Spring
HOC 136, Residential Landscape Design
3
Face-to-Face @ GHS
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Associate in
Basic Industrial Electronics (Short-Term Certificate)
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
ADM 100/Industrial Safety (mini term course)
ILT 120/Introduction to AC/DC Circuits
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
ILT 163/Digital Electronics
ILT 121/AC/DC Circuit Analysis
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
ILT 162/Solid State Electronics
INT 258/Industrial Electricity & Electronics (mini term course)
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS are offered both fall and spring terms.
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Associate in
Basic Industrial Mechanics (Short-Term Certificate)
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
ILT 182/Quality Practices & Measurement (mini term course)
ILT 120/Introduction to AC/DC Circuits
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
MET 220 Mechanical Systems 1
ILT 168/Hydraulics/Pnuematics
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
MET 225 Mechanical Systems 2
ILT 209 Motor Controls 1
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS are offered both fall and spring terms.
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Certificate
Business Administration (Accounting Option)
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
BUS 189/Human Relationships
1
Online – 9 weeks
Spring
BUS 150/Business Math
3
Online
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
BUS 215/Business Communication
BUS 241/Principles of Accounting I
3
3
Online
Online
Spring
BUS 242/Principles of Accounting II
CIS 146/ Microcomputer Applications
3
3
Online
Online
Year 3
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
ACC 129/Individual Income Taxes
ACC 149/Introduction to Accounting Spreadsheets
3
3
Online
Online
Spring
ACC 140/Payroll Accounting
BUS 296/Business Internship
WKO 101/Workplace Skills Development I
2
3
1
Online
Online
Online
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS are offered both fall and spring terms.
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Early Childhood Auxiliary Short-Term Certificate
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Associate in
CNC Operator/Programmer (Short-Term Certificate)
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
ILT 182/Quality Practices & Measurement (1st mini term)
CNC 139/Basics of Computer Numerical Control (2nd mini term)
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
ADM 110/Blueprint Reading (1st mini term)
CNC 113/CNC Milling (2nd mini term)
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
ILT 282/Lean Techniques & Advanced Measurement (1st mini term)
CNC 112/CNC Turning (2nd mini term)
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS are offered both fall and spring terms.
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Cosmetology Program of Study
Cosmetology (COS) Short-Term Certificate -Unofficial Degree Plan
Year 1
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
Fall 10th
COS 111
Intro to Cosmetology
3 (Theory)
Fall 10th
COS 112
Intro to Cosmetology Lab
3 (Lab)
Spring 10th
COS 113
Theory of Chemical Services
3 (Theory)
Spring 10th
COS 114
Chemical Services Lab
3 (Lab)
Year 2
Fall 11th
COS 115
Hair Color Theory
3 (Theory)
Fall 11th
COS 116
Hair Color Lab
3 (Lab)
Fall 11th
ENG 101 or ENG 131
English Composition 1 or Applied Writing I
3
Spring 11th
COS 117
Basic Spa Techniques Theory
3 (Theory)
Spring 11th
COS 118
Basic Spa Techniques Lab
3 (Lab)
Spring 11th
CIS 146 or MTH 116
Microcomputer Applications or Mathematical Applications
3
Year 1
Fall 12th
COS 119
Business of Cosmetology
3 (Theory)
Fall 12th
COS 148
Nail Care Theory
3 (Theory)
Spring 12th
COS 163
Facial Treatments
3 (1 Theory 2 Lab)
Spring 12th
COS 167
State Board Review
3 (1 Theory 2 Lab)
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanics
Certificate – Suggested Course Sequence
Year
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
TBD
DEM 104
Basic Engines
3
TBD
DEM 105
Preventative Maintenance
3
TBD
DEM 111
Equipment Safety/Mechanical Fundamentals
3
TBD
DEM 156
CDL License Test Preparation
3
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EKG TECHNICIAN
The EKG Technician Short-Term Certificate program at ESCC is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to become proficient EKG technicians. This program provides comprehensive training in electrocardiography, focusing on the accurate recording and interpretation of heart rhythms and patterns.
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
OAD 211 or
MAT 101
Medical Terminology
3
MAT 211
Clinical Procedures II
3
MAT 218
EKG Technician
3
PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN
The Phlebotomy Technician Short-Term Certificate program at ESCC is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in the healthcare field. This program provides comprehensive training in the techniques and procedures of blood collection, ensuring students are well-equipped to perform venipunctures and other specimen collection methods safely and efficiently.
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
OAD 211 or
MAT 101
Medical Terminology
3
MAT 125
Lab Proc I for the Med Asst
3
MAT 215
Lab Proc II for the Med Asst
3
MAT 239 Phlebotomy Preceptorship 3 Medical Assisting Technology
EKG / Phlebotomy Certificate -Suggested Course Sequence
Year 1
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
Fall 10th
MAT 101
Medical Terminology
3
Fall 10th
MAT 102
Medical Assisting Theory
3
Spring 10th
MAT 103
Medical Assisting Theory II
3
Spring 10th
MAT 128
Medical Law & Ethics for MAT
3
Year 2
Fall 11th
MAT 211
Clinical Procedures II
3
Spring 11th
MAT 218
EKG Technician
3
STC in EKG
Year 3
Fall 12th
MAT 125
Lab Proc. I for the Med. Assist.
3
Fall 12th
MAT 215
Lab Proc. II for the Med. Assist.
3
Spring 12th
MAT 293
Internship
3
STC Phlebotomy
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Associate in
Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Short-Term Certificate)
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
INT 132/Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
ILT 120/Introduction to AC/DC Circuits
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
MET 220/Mechanical Systems 1
INT 258/Industrial Electricity & Electronics
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
ILT 209/Motor Controls 1
ILT 190/Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring ILT 168/Hydraulics/Pneumatics
MET 225/Mechanical Systems 2
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS are offered both fall and spring terms.
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Associate in
Health Information Technology (Short-Term Certificate)
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
OAD 211/Medical Terminology
HIT 151/Health Data Content & Structure
3
3
Online
Online
Spring
HIT 130/HIT Classification & Reimbursement
HIT 134/Legal & Ethical Issues
WKO 101/Workplace Skills Development
3
3
1
Online
Online
Online
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
HIT 221/HIT Computer Applications
HIT 222/HIT Computer Applications Lab
HIT 230/ Medical Coding Systems I
HIT 231/Medical Coding I Lab
2
1
3
1
Online
Online
Online
Online
Spring
HIT 232/Medical Coding Systems II
HIT 233/Medical coding II Lab
HIT 260/Office Internship
3
1
3
Online
Online
Online
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS are offered both fall and spring terms.
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Network Security Professional
Short-Term Certificate – Suggested Course Sequence
This program provides students with knowledge and skills needed by entry-level network technicians and computer maintenance technicians. Graduates earn a Short-Term Certificate in Computer Systems Technology.
Year
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
TBD
CIS 134
IT Fundamentals
3
TBD
CIS 161
Introduction to Networking Communications
3
TBD
CIS 260
Network Security and Risk Management
3
Note that AAS degree, certificate, and short-term certificate programs are not designed to be transfer programs.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Certificate in Legal Assistant/Paralegal
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
PRL 101/Introduction to Paralegal Study
3
Online
Spring
ART 100/Art Appreciation or MUS 101 Music Appreciation
3
Online
Year 2
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
ENG 101/English Composition I
BUS 263/Legal and Social Environment of Business
PRL 102/Basic Legal Research and Writing
3
3
3
Online
Online
Online
Spring
PRL 230/Domestic Relations
PRL 240/Wills, Estates, and Trusts
PHS 111/Physical Science I
3
3
4
Online
Online
Online
Year 3
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Fall
ENG 102/English Composition
PRL 160/Criminal Law and Procedures
PRL 262/Civil Law & Procedures
3
3
3
Online
Online
Online
Spring
PRL 192/Alabama Legal Systems (TORTS)
PRL 291/Internship in Paralegal
SPH 106/Fundamental of Speech
WKO 101/Workplace Skills Development
3
3
3
1
Online
Online
Online
Online
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS may be taken fall or spring term. NOTICE: A student must take at least ten (10) semester credit hours in legal specialty courses in a traditional classroom setting. (Exception: currently, all courses are online due to Covid-19)
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All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Plumbing Program of Study
Plumbing (PLB) Short-Term Certificate -Unofficial Degree Plan- Suggested Course Sequence
Year 1
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
Fall 10th
PLB 111
Introduction to Plumbing
3 (1 Theory, 2 Lab)
Fall 10th
PLB 112
Plumbing Applications
3 (Lab)
Spring 10th
PLB 113
Pipes & Fittings
3 (1 Theory, 2 Lab)
Year 2
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
Fall 11th
PLB 115
Pressure & Non-Pressure Systems
3 (1 Theory, 2 Lab)
Spring 11th
PLB 117
Plumbing Codes
3 (1 Theory, 2 Lab)
Year 1
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
Fall 12th
PLB 119
Fundamentals of Gas Piping System for Heating
3 (1 Theory, 2 Lab)
Spring 12th
PLB 211
Plumbing & Repair & Installation
3 (Theory)
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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Suggested Course Sequence for Associate in
Quality Inspection & Metrology (Short-Term Certificate)
For High School Dual Enrollment Students
Year 1
Term
Course Number/Name
Credit Hours
Format
Fall
ILT 182/Quality Practices & Measurement (1st mini term)
ADM 110/Blueprint Reading (2nd mini term)
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Spring
ILT 282/Lean Techniques & advanced Measurement (1st mini term)
ADM 296/Applies Metrology (2nd mini term)
3
3
Hybrid
Hybrid
Academic Courses such as ENG, SPH, MTH, PSY, PHS, ART, MUS are offered both fall and spring terms.
All Programs of Study are subject to change based on the needs of the student, the Pike County Schools, or the offerings of our post-secondary partners. Changes are at the discretion of the PCS and our partners.
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WELDING
Basic SMAW and Cutting Short-Term Certificate – Suggested Course Sequence
Year
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
TBD
WDT 107
SMAW Fillet/OFC/PAC/CAC
3
TBD
WDT 122
SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab
3
TBD
WDT 123
SMAW Fillet/PAC/CAC Lab
3
WELDING
Welding Technolocy Short-Term Certificate – Suggested Course Sequence
Year
Course #
Course Name
Semester Hours
TBD
WDT 107
SMAW Fillet/OFC/PAC/CAC
3
TBD WDT 110 Industrial Blueprint Reading 3 TBD WDT 119 Gas Metal ARC/FLUX Cored ARC Welding 3 TBD WDT 120 Shielded Metal ARC Welding Groove 3 TBD
WDT 122
SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab
3
TBD
WDT 123
SMAW Fillet/PAC/CAC Lab
3
TBD WDT 124 Gas Metal ARC/FLUX Cored ARC Welding Lab 3 TBD WDT 125 Shielded Metal ARC Welding Groove Lab 3 Note that AAS degree, certificate, and short-term certificate programs are not designed to be transfer programs.
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