Degrees and Certificates

Harford Community College (HCC) provides high quality, accessible and affordable educational opportunities for all ages -- from youth to seniors. If you want to earn or degree or just enrich your life, HCC is here for you!

The college offers four different associate degrees in 65 programs of study as well as several certificates. The Continuing Education Division offers training for the community, youth camps and senior programs.

Please use the links available on this page to learn more about HCC and the programs we have for you. If you need further information, please contact the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Degree Programs

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (A.A.)
The Associate of Arts degree recognizes a curricular focus on the liberal arts (humanities, social sciences and similar subjects) and fine arts.  The Associate of Arts degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCES (A.S.)
The Associate of Sciences degree recognizes a curricular focus on science, mathematics, engineering and technology. The Associate of Sciences degree not only transfers to appropriate baccalaureate programs, but also provides for career exploration and skills upgrading.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCES (A.A.S.)
The Associate of Applied Sciences degree recognizes a curricular focus in a specific occupational area. The Associate of Applied Sciences degree is intended primarily for immediate employment or career mobility; it also provides some opportunities for transfer to baccalaureate programs.  

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN TEACHING (A.A.T.)
The Associate of Arts in Teaching degree recognizes a curricular focus in teacher education which meets the lower-level degree academic content, outcomes, and requirements for teacher education similar to the first 2 years of a baccalaureate program in teacher education. This degree requires a passing score on Praxis I and a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale and will transfer in total without further review by Maryland public and independent 4-year institutions.

Certificate Programs

Certificate programs offer training in skills that are specific to an occupation; they are available in several occupational fields. Certificates can be completed in six months to two years and include from 12 to 42 credits of course work.