New Programs on CASC Agenda

Carl Albert State College in Poteau and Sallisaw is set to offer six new programs to its students beginning in the fall of 2018.

The programs are designed to cater to the workforce industry and will produce graduates with increased skill sets in a variety of fields. The goal of these certificate programs is to equip students with the necessary skills they need to thrive in their industry, and simultaneously create a stronger applicant pool and workforce for local employers, said Dr. Marc Willis, vice president of Academic Affairs.

Each certificate program consists of college-level, credit-bearing coursework intended to prepare students for successful application, entry, and advancement in their respective careers.

The certificates are formatted to be completed in a timely manner, often within one semester, and are eligible for financial aid assistance for qualified students.

In addition to the “hard skills” of written communication, critical thinking, project management, and computer literacy — the certificates also equip students with “soft skills” such as motivation, time-management, and dependability.

The new certificate programs are:

-The Certificate in Occupational Skills emphasizes written and spoken communication, software literacy, customer service and marketing.

-The Certificate in Organizational Leadership emphasizes project management and marketing, leadership, and basic economics.

-The Certificate in Hospitality and Event Management emphasizes customer service, spoken communication, leadership, and project management.

-The Certificate in Social Services Assistant emphasizes awareness of societal issues and norms, along with computer literacy and written and spoken communication.

-The Certificate in Law Enforcement Procedures emphasizes awareness of the criminal justice system, as well as computer literacy and verbal communication skills.

-The Certificate in Religious Study emphasizes knowledge of world religions, Old and New Testament studies, written and spoken communication, and computer literacy.

“A more prepared applicant leads to a stronger workforce and a better community,” said Dr. Jay Falkner, Carl Albert State College president. “CASC is excited to meet the needs of both employers and future employees in our area by offering these new options and pathways to success.”

Sally Maxwell, Senior News Director

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