programs of study

Listed below are our programs of study with the availability of these degree options for each. Click on the area of interest to see more degree and certificate options.

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Are you wanting to study Business, Psychology, Education, Engineering, Communications, Computer Science or something else? WSU Tech has the classes you need to get the degree and career you want.

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Get your associate degree with the help of WSU Tech and Wichita State University

Shocker Pathway is a partnership between WSU Tech and Wichita State University (WSU) that provides an affordable, convenient and respected way to earn a two-year Associate of Arts (AA) degree from WSU.

Shocker Pathway students earn their associate degree by beginning their general education studies at WSU Tech and earn up to 50 credits for transfer to WSU. Upon completion of an additional 15 credit hours of general education courses at WSU, students will earn an AA degree from WSU.

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Shocker Pathway Majors

  • Education
  • Engineering (COE)
  • Human Performance Studies/Exercise Science
  • Sport Management
  • Fine Arts
  • Art, Design and Creative Industries
  • Performing Arts
  • School of Media Arts
  • Health Professions
  • Health Management
  • Health Science
  • Pre-Nursing
  • Pre-Communication Sciences and Disorders
  • Pre-Dental Hygiene
  • Pre-Medical Lab Sciences
  • Business
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • International Business
  • Information Technology and Management Information Systems
  • Pre-Business
  • Pre-Real Estate
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • Humanities
  • Math and Natural Sciences
  • Social/Behavioral Sciences (Psychology & Social Work)
  • Criminal Justice

Automotive Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in automotive technology including: Automotive Service Technology and Alternative Fuel Maintenance & Advanced Electronics in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Automotive Service Technology AAS TC   Yes
Alternative Fuel Maintenance & Advanced Electronics AAS TC   Yes

Aviation Degree and Certificate Programs

Choose from a variety of Aviation degree and certificate programs to begin your path towards becoming a skilled professional in an aviation-related field. Train at our state-of-the-art campus, the National Center for Aviation Training (NCAT), to receive quality experience and skills that will prepare you for your career in Aerostructures, Avionics, Composites  or even as an FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Technician.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Business Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in business including: Administrative Office Technology, Information Technology Systems and more in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Business Administration AAS      
Operations Management & Supervision AAS TC    
Accounting   TC    
Digital Marketing AAS TC    

Computer Science Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in computer science including: Administrative Office Technology, Information Technology Systems, Criminal Justice and more in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Information Technology Systems       Yes
IT Essentials   TC   Yes
Cloud Computing/Cloud Application Development AAS TC   Yes
Computer Support Specialist AAS TC   Yes
Cyber Security AAS TC   Yes

Manufacturing Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in manufacturing including: Welding, Machining, Robotics, Automotive and more in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Construction Science AAS TC   Yes
Carpentry Introduction   TC   Yes
Climate and Energy Control Technologies (HVAC) AAS TC   Yes

Culinary & Hospitality Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in Culinary Arts in degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Culinary Arts AAS TC    
Culinary Arts For The Blind And Visually Impaired   TC    

Design Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers Design programs including: Interior Design, Architectural Design and more in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Architectural Design Technology AAS TC    
Engineering Design Technology AAS TC   Yes
Interior Design AAS     Yes

Education Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in education including: Paraeducator and more in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Paraeducator AAS

Healthcare Degree and Certificate Programs

Choose from various Healthcare degree and certificate programs, which include CNA/CMA/HHA, Medical Assisting, Surgical Technology, and more.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Certified Medication Aide     COC Yes
Certified Nurse Aide     COC Yes
Home Health Aide     COC Yes
Healthcare Administration & Management AAS     Yes
Practical Nurse   TC   Yes
Emergency Medical Services   TC   Yes
Emergency Medical Technician     COC Yes
Patient Care Technician   TC   Yes
Registered Nurse AAS     Yes
Surgical Technology AAS     Yes
Veterinary Nursing (Vet Tech) AAS    

Law Enforcement Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in Law Enforcement including: Criminal Justice and more in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise Eligible
Criminal Justice AAS TC    
Criminal Justice/Technical Studies AAS      
Private Security Officer Training        

Manufacturing Degree and Certificate Programs

WSU Tech offers programs in manufacturing including: Welding, Machining, Robotics, Automotive and more in many degree and certificate options.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS): Typically a 2-Year Program
Technical Certificate (TC):  Typically a 1-Year Program
Certificate of Completion (COC): Usually completed in less than 1 semester
Kansas Promise Eligible: If marked YES, this program qualifies for a full-ride scholarship of up to $20,000. See WSUTECH.edu/KansasPromise for details.

Program AAS TC COC Kansas Promise
Industrial Automation & Machine Maintenance AAS TC   Yes
Logistics and Supply Chain Management AAS TC   Yes
Machining Technology AAS TC   Yes
Multi Axis Machining   TC   Yes
CNC Operator   TC   Yes
Manufacturing Technology AAS     Yes
Manufacturing Production   TC   Yes
Manufacturing Production and Maintenance   TC   Yes
Manufacturing Assembly   TC   Yes
Robotics AAS TC   Yes
Welding AAS TC   Yes
Welding Fast Track   TC   Yes
Welding Fast Track GMAW   TC   Yes
 Welding Fast Track SMAW   TC   Yes

No matter what you are wanting to study, whether it’s Business, Psychology, Education, Engineering, Communications, Computer Science or something else, WSU Tech has the classes you need to get the degree and career you want, even if that degree is from another college or university.

Many of our courses are transferable and are guaranteed by the Kansas Board of Regents to transfer to other public colleges and universities in Kansas such as Wichita State University, University of Kansas, Kansas State University, Fort Hays State University and many others.

Learn more about majors at WSU Tech.

Accreditation

WSU Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

The Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 • Chicago, IL 60604
https://www.hlcommission.org/ • 800.621.7440

Students interested in select programs are eligible to apply for federal financial aid.