Summary of the Attached Document

The attached content is an excerpt from the Missouri Career Education Program Directory (dated May 19, 2025, page 80 of 122), focusing on programs at East Central College in Union, Missouri. It includes contact details for Robyn Walter, Vice President of Academic Affairs, and lists approved Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree programs and certificate programs in career and technical education areas. These programs use standard CIP codes for vocational and technical training.

The programs group into these categories:

Business and Marketing Education

• AAS and Certificates: Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (CIP 52.0302)
• AAS and Certificates: Business/Commerce, General (CIP 52.0101)
• AAS and Certificates: Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (CIP 11.0901)

Health Sciences

• AAS Degrees:
  • Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (CIP 51.0904)
  • Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician (CIP 51.0707)
  • Medical/Clinical Assistant (CIP 51.0801)
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant (CIP 51.0803)
  • Radiologic Technology/Science – Radiographer (CIP 51.0911)
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (CIP 51.3801)
  • Surgical Technology/Technologist (CIP 51.0909)
• Certificates:
  • Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician (CIP 51.1004)
  • Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (CIP 51.0904)
  • Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician (CIP 51.0707)
  • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (CIP 51.3901)
  • Medical/Clinical Assistant (CIP 51.0801)

Occupational Family Consumer Sciences & Human Services

• AAS Degrees:
  • Child Care and Support Services Management (CIP 19.0708)
  • Culinary Arts/Chef Training (CIP 12.0503)
• Certificates:
  • Culinary Arts/Chef Training (CIP 12.0503)

Skilled Technical Sciences

• AAS Degrees and Certificates (shared across both levels):
  • Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HVAC/R) (CIP 47.0201)
  • Industrial Equipment Maintenance and Repair (CIP 47.0303)
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician (CIP 15.0613)
  • Criminal Justice/Police Science (CIP 43.0107)
  • Machine Tool Technology/Machinist (CIP 48.0501)
  • Welding Technology/Welder (CIP 48.0508)

These programs emphasize practical, workforce-ready skills in business, healthcare, human services, and industrial trades. The directory highlights postsecondary career education offerings, likely for state reporting or funding.

Highlight: Carpentry Program

The attached excerpt does not list a dedicated Carpentry program (or Building Construction under CIP 46.0201 or similar) in any category. It focuses on the trades above, with no mention of carpentry, construction trades, or related fields.

However, East Central College offers a Building Construction Technology AAS program (61 credit hours) outside this directory listing. This two-year program delivers hands-on training in construction trades, with strong emphasis on carpentry. Key features include:

• Core areas: Carpentry fundamentals, concrete work, blueprint reading, surveying/layout, electricity, plumbing, welding, masonry, sheet metal, and home maintenance.
• Specific courses: Dedicated carpentry classes (e.g., BC 1043 Carpentry, covering basic theory and application).
• Additional elements: Exploration of construction trades, capstone projects, and certifications like OSHA-10 and CPR/First Aid.
• Delivery: Often in partnership with areas like the Four Rivers Career Center; available in Applied Technology pathways for flexible technical skill combinations.

This program prepares students for entry-level construction roles with broad, practical skills.

Does the Carpentry/Building Construction Program Use the NCCER Curriculum?

Yes. East Central College integrates the NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) curriculum into its construction and carpentry training. Highlights include:

• Partnerships with NCCER and the Lowe’s Foundation via the Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) program for carpentry and construction training.
• Offerings: NCCER Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills (a prerequisite for advanced modules), plus fast-track certification courses (day/evening options, sometimes free).
• Benefits: Students earn nationally recognized NCCER credentials, enhancing employability in trades like carpentry.

These NCCER elements complement the main Building Construction program, though the directory excerpt does not reference them (as it predates some recent expansions or focuses on specific approved listings).

For the latest details on enrollment, curriculum, or availability, visit www.eastcentral.edu or contact the provided academic affairs office.