Individualized Technical Studies Programs
The Individualized Technical Studies Associate Degree program offers learners the opportunity to obtain skills and knowledge offered at their Technical College, meet the needs of their career goals, and meet the needs of business and industry. With the growth of employment opportunities in small to mid-sized firms, employees are taking on multiple tasks and roles that cut across traditional occupational categories. As jobs change and new occupations emerge, workers need skills and knowledge drawn from various disciplines to be productive and successful in today’s workplace.
This specialized program of study combines the skills taught in two or more existing technical college programs and is designed in cooperation with an occupational mentor from the target industry. Learners achieve their career goals by acquiring skills and knowledge in an associate degree program tailored to their specific employment needs.