Academic Catalog

Helena College Degrees and Certificates

Associate of Arts 

The Associate of Arts degree is a general education transfer degree. The Associate of Arts degree does not officially include a major or minor course of study. Helena College provides a large variety of pre-designed advising pathways in this degree to ensure optimal transfer. Please review the pathways in the area of interest portion of the catalog. 

Associate of Arts - Pre-Criminal Justice 

The Associate of Arts in Pre-Criminal Justice allows students to transfer into the MSU-Northern Criminal Justice program in Junior standing. 

Associate of Science 

The Associate of Science degree is a general transfer degree. The Associate of Science degree does not officially include a major or minor course of study.  Helena College provides a large variety of pre-designed advising pathways in this degree to ensure optimal transfer. Please review the pathways in the area of interest portion of the catalog. 

Associate of Science - Fire & Emergency Services

The Associate of Science in Fire & Emergency Services is designed to prepare graduates for entry into the challenging and competitive field of Fire and Emergency Services. The program concentrates on industry recognized certifications while also providing a well-rounded general education and 4-year degree transfer opportunities. 

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant degree program prepares graduates to apply for the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants. After successfully passing the exam and meeting state requirements, graduates may apply for licensure to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in any state. 

Associate of Science - Pre-Pharmacy

This degree program is specifically designed for students seeking admission into the Skaggs School of Pharmacy at the University of Montana - Missoula. Upon completion of this degree, students desiring a professional degree in Pharmacy Practice or Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences are eligible to apply for admission into UM-Missoula's Skaggs School of Pharmacy. 

Associate of Science - Nursing

The Associate of Science degree program prepares graduates to function as members and leaders of healthcare teams in various healthcare environments. Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for the NCLEX-RN licensure examination from the Montana State Board of Nursing.

Associate of Applied Science Degrees

Associate of Applied Science Degrees are designed to prepare students for immediate employment into a specific technical career field. They may be partially or fully transferable to programs at selected four-year institutions and programs. These degrees are at lease 60 credits and take at least two years to complete. 

Certificate of Applied Science Degrees

The Certificate of Applied Science recognizes a short program of study designed to prepare the student for entry-level employment in a technical field. These certificates are at least credits and are designed to be completed in 2 to 3 semesters. 

Certificate of Technical Studies

The Certificate of Technical Studies is a program designed for one or two semesters demonstrating skills in a specific area.