Degrees & Certificates Listing by Award Type
Please consult with an Area of Study advisor to explore Austin Community College’s (ACC) areas of study and programs, as well as transfer and career options, and to determine the award type that is best for your academic and career goals. If you need assistance choosing an Area of Study or program, contact ACC’s enrollment advisors at the College Destination Center.
A current listing of degrees and certificates offered at ACC are provided below by award type. To view degrees and certificates listed by Area of Study, refer to the Online Program Maps page.
Bachelor Degrees
The Bachelor of Applied Science and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees prepare individuals with a prior Associate of Applied Science degree in a technical field to enhance their credentials and provide upward mobility in the workforce.
Bachelor of Applied Science (1)
The Bachelor of Applied Science degree (BAS) is available in the following major:
Computer Information Technology
- Software Development – new
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (1)
The following degree is specifically designed for Registered Nurses with a current license to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN):
Professional Nursing
Associate Degrees
The Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching, and Associate of Science degrees are specifically designed to facilitate the transfer and application of credits earned at Austin Community College to the bachelor degree requirements of most public colleges and universities.
Associate of Arts Degrees (41)
The Associate of Arts degree (AA) is available in the following majors:
Anthropology
Art
Communication Studies
Creative Writing
Dance
Drama
Economics
English
Foreign Language
- Foreign Language – Arabic
- Foreign Language – Chinese
- Foreign Language – French
- Foreign Language – German
- Foreign Language – Italian
- Foreign Language – Japanese
- Foreign Language – Latin
- Foreign Language – Russian
- Foreign Language – Spanish
General Studies
Geography
Government
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
- African and African Diaspora Studies – new
- American Studies
- Global Studies
- Mexican American Studies
- Peace and Conflict Studies
Journalism
Music
Philosophy
Psychology
Radio-Television-Film
Social Work
Sociology
Associate of Arts in Teaching Degrees (3)
The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree is available in the following majors:
Education Instruction
Associate of Science Degrees (23)
The Associate of Science (AS) degree differs from the Associate of Arts (AA) degree primarily in the amount or level of mathematics required for degree completion. The Associate of Science Degree is available in the following majors:
Agricultural Sciences
Anthropology
Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design
- Architecture – new
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Computer Science
Engineering
Environmental Science and Technology
General Studies
Geography
Geology
Health and Kinesiology
Mathematics
Physics
Pre-Med
Associate of Applied Science Degrees (115)
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, offered in technical programs, is designed to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. The Associate of Applied Science degree is available in the following majors:
Accounting
Agricultural Sciences
American Sign Language-Interpreter Training
Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design
- Architectural Specialization
- Civil Specialization
- Electronic Graphics Specialization
- Mechanical Specialization
Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment
Biotechnology
Building Construction Technology
Business, Government, and Technical Communications
- Business and Government Communications Specialization
- Social Media Communication Specialization
- Technical Communications Specialization
Child Care and Development
Computer Information Technology
- Applications Development – Coding and Design Specialization
- Computer Programming
- Computer Programming – Game and Visualization Programming Specialization
- Computer Programming – Software Testing Specialization
- Computer Programming – Web Programming Specialization
- Information Technology – Applications Specialization
- Information Technology – User and Computer Support Specialization
- Local Area Network Systems – Cyber Security Specialization
- Local Area Network Systems – Network Administration
Criminal Justice
Culinary Arts
Dental Hygiene
Diagnostic Medical Imaging – Radiology
Drama
- Technical Theater – Makeup Artistry and Costume Technology Specialization
- Technical Theater – Scenic Construction, Lighting, and Media Technology Specialization
Emergency Management
Emergency Medical Services Professions
Engineering Technology
- Automation, Robotics and Controls Technology Specialization
- Electronics Technician Specialization
- Engineering Technology Specialization
- Manufacturing Technology – Advanced Manufacturing Specialization
- Manufacturing Technology – Medical Devices Technology Specialization
- Nanoelectronics Manufacturing Technology Specialization
- Power Technology Specialization
- Renewable Energy Specialization
Environmental Science and Technology
Exercise Science
Fashion Design
Fire Protection Technology
Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics
- 2D Animation Specialization
- 3D Animation Specialization
- Game Art Specialization
- Game Design Specialization
- Motion Graphics Specialization
Geographic Information Systems
Geospatial Engineering
Health Information Technology
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology
Hospitality, Meeting and Event Planning, Tourism
- Baccalaureate Prep Specialization
- Culinary and Hospitality Entrepreneurship Specialization
- Hotel and Restaurant Specialization
- Meeting and Event Planning Specialization
- Travel and Tourism
Human Services
International Business
Jewelry
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Management
- Entrepreneurship – Blacksmithing Specialization
- Entrepreneurship – Metal Sculpture Specialization
- Entrepreneurship – Motorcycle Repair Specialization
- Entrepreneurship – Structural Welding Specialization
- Entrepreneurship – Welding Tech Inspector Specialization
- Management
Marketing
Medical Laboratory Technology
Music Business, Performance and Technology
- Audio Engineering Specialization
- Digital Composition Specialization
- Live Sound and Stage Production Specialization
- Music Business Specialization
- Music Performance Specialization
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Office Administration and Technology
- Administrative Assistant Specialization
- Legal Administrative Assistant Specialization
- Medical Administrative Assistant Specialization
Paralegal
Pharmacy Technician
Physical Therapist Assistant
Professional Nursing
Professional Photography
- Advertising Specialization
- Digital Retoucher and Colorist Specialization
- Editorial and Photojournalism Specialization
- Fine Art Specialization
- Photo Editor and Researcher Specialization
- Portrait-Wedding Specialization
- Visual Mixed Media Specialization
Radio-Television-Film
Real Estate
Sonography
Surgical Technology
Veterinary Technology
Visual Communication
- Graphic Design Specialization
- Graphic Media Production Specialization
- User Experience Design
- Visual Design Specialization
Vocational Nursing
Welding Technology
- Architectural and Ornamental Metals: Blacksmithing Specialization
- Architectural and Ornamental Metals: Metal Sculpture Specialization
- Code Welding
- Welding Inspection Specialization
Certificates
Short-term certificates within many of the technical programs, which can be completed in less than two years and are also preparation for immediate employment, are offered in the following majors:
Advanced Technical Certificates (13)
Pursued after completion of a related bachelor’s or associate degree, Advanced Technical Certificates (ATC) prepares students for a career field with more specialized training.
Accounting
Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment
Biotechnology
Diagnostic Medical Imaging – Radiology
Environmental Science and Technology
Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics
Human Services
Paralegal
Sonography
Level 1 and Level 2 Certificates (114)
Prepares students to enter a specialized career/technical field or upgrade skills for job advancement. Most certificate awards are structured to allow students to move on to a higher level certificate or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Students do not need to meet TSI requirements to enroll in a Level 1 Certificate.
Accounting
- Accounting Technician Bookkeeper Level 1
- Accounting Technician Quickbooks Level 1
- Tax Specialist Level 1
- Tax Specialist Enrolled Agents Level 1
American Sign Language-Interpreter Training
Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design
- Architectural CAD/Building Information Modeling Specialization Level 1
- Civil CAD Specialization Level 1
- Computer Aided Design Foundation Level 1
- Integrated Circuit Layout & Design Specialization Level 1
- Mechanical Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing Specialization Level 1
Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment
- Advanced Automotive Level 1
- Automotive Technology Honda PACT Specialization Level 1
- Basic Automotive Level 1
- Marine Engine Repair Advanced Level 1
- Motorcycle Repair Advanced Level 1
- Small Engine Repair Advanced Level 1
- Toyota M-TEN Level 1
Biotechnology
Building Construction Technology
- Carpentry Specialization Level 1
- Commercial Electrical Constructional Level 1
- Construction Manager Level 1
- Woodworking Level 1
Business, Government, and Technical Communications
- Business and Government Communications Level 1
- Social Media Communication Level 1
- Technical Communications Level 1
Child Care and Development
Computer Information Technology
- Applications Development – Coding and Design Specialization Level 1
- Applications Development – Coding and Design Specialization Level 2
- Applications Development – Swift Level 1
- Computer Information Technology Database Level 1
- Computer Programming – C++ Track Level 1
- Computer Programming – Data Science Track Level 1
- Computer Programming – Java Track Level 1
- Computer Programming – Software Testing Level 1
- Information Technology – User and Computer Support Level 1
- Local Area Network Systems – Network Administration Level 1
- Web Developer Specialist Level 1
Criminal Justice
Culinary Arts
Drama
Emergency Medical Services Professions
Engineering Technology
- Electronics Technician Specialization Level 1
- Engineering Technology Specialization Level 2
- Manufacturing Technology – Advanced Manufacturing Specialization Level 1
- Manufacturing Technology – Medical Devices Level 1
- Power Technology Specialization Level 1
- Renewable Energy Specialization Level 1
Environmental Science and Technology
Exercise Science
Fashion Design
Fire Protection Technology
Game Development, Animation & Motion Graphics
- 2D Animation Level 2
- 3D Animation Level 2
- Game Art Level 2
- Game Design Level 2
- Motion Graphics Level 2
Geographic Information Systems
Geospatial Engineering
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology
Hospitality, Meeting and Event Planning, Tourism
International Business
Jewelry
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Management
- Administrative Management Level 1
- Leadership Level 1
- Retail Management Level 1
- Small Business Management Level 1
Marketing
Music Business, Performance and Technology
- Audio Engineering Level 1
- Audio-Visual Technician Level 1 – new
- Digital Composition Level 1
- Hip Hop Production Level 1
- Live Sound and Stage Production Level 1
- Music Business Level 1
- Music Performance Level 1
Office Administration and Technology
- Administrative Assistant Level 1
- Legal Administrative Assistant Level 1
- Medical Administrative Assistant Level 1
- Medical Office Assistant Level 1
- Office Assistant Level 1
Pharmacy Technician
Professional Photography
Radio-Television-Film
- Creative Podcasting Level 1 – new
- Event Videographer Level 1 – new
- Film/Video Production Management Level 1
- Film/Video Production Technology Level 1
Real Estate
Visual Communication
- Graphic Design Level 2
- Graphic Media Production Level 1
- Graphic Media Production Level 2
- User Experience Design Level 2
- Visual Design Level 2
Vocational Nursing
Welding Technology
- Architectural and Ornamental Metals: Blacksmithing Level 1
- Architectural and Ornamental Metals: Metal Sculpture Level 1
- Inspection Level 1
- Pipe Welding Level 1
- Structural Welding Level 1
- Ultrahigh Purity Piping Level 1
Enhanced Skills Certificates (7)
Pursued after completion of an AAS, Enhanced Skills Certificates (ESC) prepares students for a career field with more specialized training.
Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Jewelry
Medical Laboratory Technology
Professional Photography
Visual Communication
Occupational Skills Awards (13)
Occupational Skills Awards (OSA) provides workforce training that leads to job entry. Students do not need to meet TSI requirements to enroll in an OSA.
Accounting
Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Automotive Technology and Outdoor Powered Equipment
Child Care and Development
Computer Information Technology
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology
Management
Marketing
Visual Communication
Welding Technology
Institutional Certificates (3)
Institutional Certificates provide additional specialized training but does not apply toward a college credential.