Overview of Crowder College Programs

The provided document is an excerpt from the Missouri Career Education Program Directory (dated May 19, 2025), detailing approved career and technical education programs at Crowder College in Neosho, Missouri. It focuses on postsecondary offerings in associate degrees and certificates, primarily in practical, workforce-oriented fields. Programs are organized by education categories (e.g., Agricultural Education, Business Education, Health Sciences, Skilled Technical Sciences).

Crowder College emphasizes hands-on, industry-aligned training through Associate of Science (AS), Associate of Applied Science (AAS), and certificate programs. The directory lists programs under standard Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) codes.

Associate of Science Degree Programs

• Limited to Health Sciences:
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant (CIP 51.0803)

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree Programs

These span several categories:

• Agricultural Education: Agricultural Business and Management (CIP 01.0101), Veterinarian Assistant/Animal Health Technician (CIP 51.0808)
• Business Education: Accounting Technology (CIP 52.0302), Business/Office Automation (CIP 52.0407), Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (CIP 11.0901), Medical Administrative Assistant (CIP 52.0402)
• Marketing Education: Business/Commerce (CIP 52.0101), Marketing Management (CIP 52.1401)
• Health Sciences: Diagnostic Medical Sonography (CIP 510910), EMT Paramedic (CIP 51.0904), Health Information Technology (CIP 51.0707), Registered Nursing (CIP 51.3801), Licensed Practical Nursing (CIP 51.3901), Surgical Technology (CIP 51.0909), Occupational Therapy Assistant (CIP 51.0803)
• Skilled Technical Sciences: A broad range of trade and technical programs, including:
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technology (CIP 15.0613)
  • Autobody/Collision Repair (CIP 47.0603)
  • Automotive Mechanics (CIP 47.0604)
  • Chemical Technology (CIP 41.0301)
  • Construction Trades, General (CIP 46.0000) ← Highlighted below
  • Diesel Mechanics (CIP 47.0605)
  • Drafting and Design Technology (CIP 15.1301)
  • Electrical and Power Transmission Installation (CIP 46.0301)
  • Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology (CIP 15.0303)
  • Electromechanical Technology (CIP 15.0403)
  • Energy Management (CIP 15.0503)
  • Environmental Engineering Technology (CIP 15.0507)
  • Fire Science/Fire-fighting (CIP 43.0203)
  • Industrial Technology (CIP 15.0612)
  • HVAC/Refrigeration Maintenance (CIP 43.0201)
  • Robotics Technology (CIP 15.0405)
  • Solar Energy Technology (CIP 15.0505)

Certificate Programs

These shorter credentials mirror AAS categories, with additional options:

• Business Education: Accounting Technology, Banking/Financial Support, Business/Office Automation, Computer Networking
• Marketing Education: Business/Commerce
• Health Sciences: EMT Paramedic, Health Information Technology, General Health Services, Medical/Clinical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Licensed Practical Nursing
• Skilled Technical Sciences: Many overlap with AAS, plus:
  • Automotive Engineering Technology (CIP 15.0803)
  • Computer Installation/Repair (CIP 47.0104)
  • Construction Engineering Technology (CIP 15.1001)
  • Construction Trades, General (CIP 46.0000) ← Highlighted below
  • Criminal Justice/Police Science (CIP 43.0107)
  • Electrician (CIP 46.0302)
  • Truck/Bus Driver (CIP 49.0205)
  • Water Quality/Wastewater Treatment (CIP 15.0506)
  • Welding Technology (CIP 48.0508)

Highlight: Carpentry Program (Construction Trades, General – CIP 46.0000)

The directory lists Construction Trades, General (CIP 46.0000) under Skilled Technical Sciences as both an AAS degree and a certificate program. It does not list a standalone “Carpentry” program (which typically uses CIP 46.0201).

However, this Construction Trades, General program is Crowder College’s Construction Technology offering, which heavily emphasizes carpentry skills. It prepares students for construction industry roles through hands-on training in building trades.

Key features from college program details:

• Core coursework includes Carpentry Fundamentals, Framing and Finishing, Carpentry Forms, Masonry, and Project Management.
• The program covers introductory carpentry, construction management, basic employability skills, and related areas like framing, finishing, and site preparation.
• Students can earn industry certifications.

Does it use the NCCER curriculum? Yes. The program is built around National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) standards. It includes NCCER core modules and allows students to earn credentials like NCCER Fundamentals I Certification. This standardized, nationally recognized curriculum is common in construction training and supports apprenticeship progression.

For more details or enrollment, contact Dr. Chett Daniel, Associate Vice President of Career and Technical Education, at chettdaniel@crowder.edu or (417) 455-5750.

This directory reflects approved programs as of mid-2025; check crowder.edu for the latest updates. Crowder College’s technical programs focus on practical skills and regional workforce needs in southwest Missouri.