General Education Core Requirements
General Education refers to the broad spectrum of knowledge that serves as a foundation for quality of life for all students. This knowledge base draws from skills in the areas of communications, social sciences, natural sciences, humanities, and lifetime wellness.
General Education concepts and skills include, but are not limited to, the following:
Written and Oral Communications:
- Develop skills required for effective written and oral communications
Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Develop insights into personal and group psychology.
- Acquire greater insights into one’s culture, the cultures of others, and the interrelationships among them.
Science and Math
- Gain an awareness of the fragile nature of one’s environment and how to protect it.
- Acquire skills in the use of various mathematical concepts for personal, business, and technical applications.
- Process information by determining relevant from non-relevant data and drawing sound conclusions.
Arts and Humanities
- Become responsible citizens who understand the scope of human experience, human diversity, and creativity.
Computer Science
- Search, process, and present information electronically using current digital technology
College Orientation I and II
- Formulation of personal goals and pursuit of those goals.
- Develop more effective study skills needed for success in college.
- Review fundamental skills in reading, writing, and math.
The General Education curriculum includes the following:
- An integrated, multi-disciplinary outcomes-based, sequential course of study.
- Pre and post assessment of academic gains.
- Faculty-wide development, commitment and support.
- A process for continuous improvement of curriculum and operation.
Courses:
Specific courses designated as Coffeyville Community College’s Core General Education Curriculum are as follows:
- English Composition I 3 Credit hour(s)
- Public Speaking 3 Credit hour(s)
- Computer Concepts and Applications, and Computer Information Systems or higher level computer course 3 Credit hour(s)
- An introductory social science course 3 Credit hour(s)
- An introductory lecture art, music, theatre, humanities, philosophy or literature course 3 Credit hour(s)
- A natural science course with lab 5 Credit hour(s)
- Math course appropriate with placement according to ACT/ ACCUPLACER* scores 3 Credit hour(s)
- College Orientation I 1 Credit hour(s) (Required for first-time, full-time degree-seeking students.)
- College Orientation II 1 Credit hour(s) (Capstone Experience)
Total: 25 Credit Hour(s)
*SAT scores are also accepted.
General Requirements for Graduation
All candidates for a degree must meet the following requirements:
- Students must earn a minimum of 64 credit hours of credit and 128 grade points (the equivalent of an overall C grade average).
- Students who transfer to Coffeyville Community College and wish to receive a degree must meet the above requirements, with 15 of their last 24 hours of college credit to be successfully completed at CCC, or have successfully completed an approved vocational/technical program at CCC to receive a degree from Coffeyville Community College.
- Reverse Transfer: Coffeyville Community College will accept a maximum of 19 credit hours back for completion of an associate’s degree. It is at the registrar’s discretion to evaluate and/or waive the requirement for College Orientation I and II in the reverse transfer process.
Kansas Board of Regents Systemwide Transfer
The Transfer Kansas portal houses all Systemwide Transfer (SWT) courses approved by the Kansas Board of Regents, for which faculty develop and update learning outcomes. SWT courses transfer to any Kansas public institution offering an equivalent course. The decision of lower division courses to count toward upper division credit hours is at the discretion of the receiving institution.
For a complete list of SWT courses visit: https://www.kansasregents.org/126-academic_affairs/transfer_articulation
Associate in Arts
This degree is meant to transfer to a baccalaureate degree-granting institution and can be earned online as well as in the classroom. The student must complete 64 credit hours with a grade point average of 2.00 (C) or above. There is a minimum cumulative general education requirement of 34 credit hours. A minimum number of semester credit hours will be required in each of the fields listed below. NOTE: No courses numbered below 100 apply.
Written and Oral Communications
- English Composition I
- English Composition II
and any ONE of the following:
- Creative Writing
- Public Speaking
- Technical Writing
- Interpersonal & Group Communications
Total Written and Oral Communications Hours 9
Social and Behavioral Sciences
A minimum of 6 credit hours from the following:
- Economics
- Geography
- Government
- Marriage & the Family
- Psychology
- Sociology
Total Social and Behavioral Sciences Hours 6
Mathematics*
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- College Algebra
OR
- Higher Level Math
Science*
A minimum of 5 credit hours from either a Biological Science or Physical Science:
Biological Science
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Environmental Science
- Biology I: Cellular and Molecular Biology
- Microbiology
- General Biology
Physical Science
- Astronomy
- Physical Science
- Chemistry
- Physics
Total Science and Math Hours 8
Arts and Humanities
A minimum of 6 credit hours from the following:
- Art
- Communications
- Foreign Language
- History
- Humanities
- Literature
- Music
- Philosophy
- Theatre
Total Arts and Humanities Hours 6
Computer Science
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Computer Information Systems
- Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
- Higher Level Computer Course
Total Computer Science Hours 3
Total College Orientation I Hours 1
College Orientation II ***
Total College Orientation II Hours 1
Total Area of Interest Hours 30
Note
* Student should check with advisor for specific course requirements at transfer institution.
** College Orientation I is required for all first-time, full-time, degree-seeking students.
*** College Orientation II is required for all Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in General Studies students. Students should enroll in the course following the completion of 45 credit hours including English Composition I.
Associate in Science
This degree is meant to transfer to a baccalaureate degree-granting institution. The student must complete 64 credit hours with a grade point average of 2.00 (C) or above. There is a minimum cumulative general education requirement of 39 credit hours. A minimum number of semester credit hours will be required in each of the fields listed below. NOTE: No courses numbered below 100 apply.
Written and Oral Communications
- English Composition I
- English Composition II
- Public Speaking
Total Written and Oral Communications Hours 9
Social and Behavioral Sciences
A minimum of 6 credit hours from the following:
- Economics
- Geography
- Government
- Marriage & the Family
- Psychology
- Sociology
Total Social and Behavioral Sciences Hours 6
Mathematics*
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- College Algebra
OR
- Higher Level Math
Science*
A minimum of 10 credit hours to include at least one Biological Science, one Physical Science taken from the following:
Biological Science
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Environmental Science Biology I & II
- Microbiology
- General Biology
Physical Science
- Astronomy
- Physical Science
- Chemistry
- Physics
Total Science and Math Hours 13
Arts and Humanities
A minimum of 6 credit hours from the following:
- Art
- Communications
- Foreign Language
- History
- Humanities
- Literature
- Music
- Philosophy
- Theatre
Total Arts and Humanities Hours 6
Computer Science
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Computer Information Systems
- Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
- Higher Level Computer Course
Total Computer Science Hours 3
Total College Orientation I Hours 1
College Orientation II ***
Total College Orientation II Hours 1
Total Area of Interest Hours 25
Note
* Student should check with advisor for specific course requirements at transfer institution.
** College Orientation I is required for all first-time, full-time, degree-seeking students.
*** College Orientation II is required for all Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in General Studies students. Students should enroll in the course following the completion of 45 credit hours including English Composition I.
Associate in Applied Science
Certain courses within this degree may or may not transfer to baccalaureate degree granting-institutions. The student must complete 64-66 credit hours (dependant upon certificate program) with a grade point average of 2.00 (C) or above. There is a minimum cumulative general education requirement of 18 credit hours. A minimum number of semester credit hours will be required in each of the fields listed below. NOTE: No courses numbered below 100 apply.
*The Associate in Applied Science in Construction Technology requires 63 credit hours and Business Math is not required.
and any ONE of the following:
- Creative Writing
- English Composition II
- Interpersonal & Group Communications
- Public Speaking
- Technical Writing
Total Communications Hours 6
Math
- *Business Mathematics
OR
- Higher Level Math
Computer Science
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Computer Information Systems
- Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
- Higher Level Computer Course
Total Computer Science Hours 3
Humanities
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Art
- Communications
- Foreign Language
- History
- Humanities
- Literature
- Music
- Philosophy
- Theatre
Business Management
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Fundamentals of Business
- Principles of Management
- Psychology of Business
- Small Business Management
Total Business Management Hours 3
Approved Vocational/Technical Program
Total Approved Vocational/Technical Program Hours 46 minimum
Note
* Student should check with advisor for specific course requirements at transfer institution.
Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies
Certain courses within this degree may or may not transfer to baccalaureate degree granting-institutions. The student must complete 64 credit hours with a grade point average of 2.00 (C) or above. There is a minimum cumulative general education requirement of 18 credit hours. A minimum number of semester credit hours will be required in each of the fields listed below. NOTE: No courses numbered below 100 apply.
*The Associate in Applied Science in Construction Technology requires 63 credit hours and Business Math is not required.
and any ONE of the following:
- Creative Writing
- English Composition II
- Interpersonal & Group Communications
- Public Speaking
- Technical Writing
Total Communications Hours 6
Math
- *Business Mathematics
OR
- Higher Level Math
Computer Science
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Computer Information Systems
- Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
- Higher Level Computer Course
Total Computer Science Hours 3
Humanities
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Art
- Communications
- Foreign Language
- History
- Humanities
- Literature
- Music
- Philosophy
- Theatre
Business Management
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Fundamentals of Business
- Principles of Management
- Psychology of Business
- Small Business Management
Total Business Management Hours 3
Approved Vocational/Technical Program
Total Approved Vocational/Technical Program Hours 46 minimum
Note
*A minimum of 15 credit hours must be earned in at least two approved vocational/technical programs (e.g. 15 hours in Electrical and 31 hours in Construction), which will result in the completion of a minimum of 46 credit hours of approved vocational/technical curriculum. Available programs include Auto Service, Auto Collision & Refinishing, Construction, Electrical, Fire Science, Information Systems, Medical Assisting, Medical Laboratory Technology, Paramedic, Practical Nursing, Precision Machining, Registered Nursing and Welding.
* Student should check with advisor for specific course requirements at transfer institution.
Associate in General Studies
Certain courses within this degree may or may not transfer to baccalaureate degree-granting institutions. The student must complete 64 credit hours with a grade point average of 2.00 (C) or above. There is a minimum cumulative general education requirement of 29 credit hours. A minimum number of semester credit hours will be required in each of the fields listed below. NOTE: No courses numbered below 100 apply.
Total Communications Hours 6
and any ONE of the following:
- Creative Writing
- English Composition II
- Interpersonal & Group Communications
- Public Speaking
- Technical Writing
Social and Behavioral Sciences
A minimum of 6 credit hours from the following:
- Economics
- Geography
- Government
- Marriage & the Family
- Psychology
- Sociology
Total Social and Behavioral Sciences Hours 6
Mathematics*
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Intermediate Algebra
OR
- Higher Level Math
Science*
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physical Science
- Physics
Total Science and Math Hours 6
Arts and Humanities
A minimum of 6 credit hours from the following:
- Art
- Communications
- Foreign Language
- History
- Humanities
- Literature
- Music
- Philosophy
- Theatre
Total Arts and Humanities Hours 6
Computer Science
A minimum of 3 credit hours from the following:
- Computer Information Systems
- Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
- Higher Level Computer Course
Total Computer Science Hours 3
Total College Orientation I Hours 1
College Orientation II ***
Total College Orientation II Hours 1
Total Area of Interest Hours 35
Note
* Student should check with advisor for specific course requirements at transfer institution.
** College Orientation I is required for all first-time, full-time, degree-seeking students.
*** College Orientation II is required for all Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in General Studies students. Students should enroll in the course following the completion of 45 credit hours including English Composition I.
Certificates
The College issues a Certificate of Completion for selected programs, which require less than 64 hours of credit. Those who qualify for the Certificate of Completion are eligible to participate in the graduation ceremonies. Certificates are currently available for the following programs:
Certificate of Completion
- Auto Collision and Refining Technology
- Automotive Service Technology
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Construction Technology
- Electrical Technology
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
- Information Systems Technology
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Medical Assistant
- Phlebotomy
- Precision Machining Technology
- Welding Technology
Course Certificates
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
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