Programs Of Study

Proficiency Certificates

Take a short series of classes and make your electives count! Proficiency certificates are awarded by the Business Technology Department in the following areas:

  • Digital Tools
  • Business Essentials for Transfer
  • Desktop Publishing
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Richfield)
Click here to see requirements and courses for proficiency certificates (PDF document)

AAS (Associate of Applied Science) Degree

AAS degrees are two-year programs designed to prepare students for employment as office managers, receptionists, secretaries, and office support staff positions in the public or private sector, as well as desktop publishers, entry-level, graphic designers, and entry-level web site designers. Students may earn an AAS in the following areas:

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Desktop Publishing/Web Design
Click here to see requirements and courses for the two-year AAS degree (PDF document)

One-Year Certificate

Certificates are comprised of 30-31 credits. AS or AA students could use courses in a one-year certificate to fill elective credits and earn a certificate along with their associate's degree. Students may earn a one-year certificate in the following areas:

  • Computer Application Specialist
  • Desktop Publishing/Web Design
Click here to see requirements and courses for the one-year certificates (PDF document)


Snow College Business Management and Business Technology Programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).