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Program Requirements for Certificates

CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION
Agribusiness
Business
Construction Management 
Cosmetology/Barbering
Engine Performance, Electrical Systems, and Automatic Transmissions 
Engine, Drivetrain, Chassis, and Climate Control
Equine Management
General Education
Health and Fitness
Practical Nursing (LPN) 
Precision Agriculture

CERTIFICATES OF PROFICIENCY
Advanced Cybersecurity
Advanced Networking Technology
Agribusiness
Basic Accounting
Business and Music Technology 
Cabinetry and Architectural Woodwork
Chassis and Climate Control 
Communication
Composites
Construction Management 
Cosmetology/Barbering
Cybersecurity
Diesel, Drivetrains, Engine Performances and HVAC
Diesel, Electrical/Electronics and Computerized Engine Controls
Diesel, Engine Repair, Hydraulics, and Chassis
Diesel, Maintenance and Light Repair
Electrical Systems and Automatic Transmissions
Engines and Drivetrains
Engine Performance
Entrepreneurship
Equine Management
Family Life
Health and Fitness 
Human Services
HVAC Level 1
HVAC Level 2
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Industrial Mechanics
Marketing
Natural Resources
Networking Technology
Outdoor Leadership and Entrepreneurship
Outdoor Product Design and Development
Outdoor Skills 
Precision Agriculture
Teaching English as a Second Language 
Writing and Rhetoric

OTHER CERTIFICATES
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate (CNA)
Nail Technology Certificate

 

Certificates of Completion

 

Certificate of Completion – Agribusiness

Department: Business
Program Contact: Jay Olsen
Phone: (435) 283-7335
Email: jay.olsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business  
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html  

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • ENGL 1010 Expository Composition (3)
  • ECON 1740 US Economic History (3)
  • AGBS 1010 Fundamentals of Animal Science (4)
  • AGBS 1100 Agribusiness Career Explorations (2)
  • AGBS 2020 Intro. To Agri. Economics & Agri. Business (3)
  • AGBS 2030 Agricultural Managerial Analysis & Decision Making (3)
  • BUS 1010 Introduction to Business (3)
  • BUS 1060 QuickBooks for Small Business (3)
  • BUS 1600 Entrepreneurship Seminar (1-2)
  • Choose 6 credits (2 classes) from the following
    • BUS 1210 Personal & Consumer Finance (3)
    • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing (3)
    • BUS 2050 Business Law (3)
    • BUS 2650 Management Principles for Entrepreneurs (3)

Required Credits: 32-33

Related Programs:

   

Certificate of Completion – Business

Department: Business
Program Contact: Kelly Larsen
Phone: (435) 283-7557
Email: kelly.larsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

Core Requirements:

  • BUS 1060 QuickBooks for Small Business (3)
  • BUS 1170 Human Relations in Organizations (3)
  • BUS 1200 Business Careers Seminar (1)
  • BUS 1700 Professional Business Leadership (1)
  • BUS 1020 Computer Technology & Applications (3)
       or
    BUS 2010 Business Computer Proficiency (3)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communication (3)

Track/Options (Choose One) (16-21):

Elective Courses:

  • BUS 1020 Computer Technology & Applications (3)
  • BUS 1110 Digital Media Tools (4)
  • BUS 1210 Personal & Consumer Finance - GE (3)
  • BUS 1270 Strategic Selling - GE (3)
  • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing (3)
  • BUS 1510 Photoshop (3)
  • BUS 1600 Entrepreneurship Seminars (1)
  • BUS 2010 Business Computer Proficiency (3)
  • BUS 2050 Business Law (3)
  • BUS 2222 Entrepreneurship (3)
  • BUS 2450 Presentations for Business - GE (3)
  • BUS 2600 Project Management (3)
  • BUS 2650 Principles of Management (3)

Required Credits: 30-33

Related Programs:

 

Certificate of Completion – Construction Management

Department: Construction Technology
Program Contact: David Barker
Phone: (435) 283-7577
Email: david.barker@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/bccm/index.html  
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_cnst  

Program Description & Outcomes:  

The goal of the certificate programs in Construction Management is to establish an understanding of the major areas of construction applications. Students begin with an introduction to construction methods, applications, and safety. Followed by theory and labs covering skills and knowledge of the construction industry; design considerations in constructing homes; knowledge and use of layout techniques. Additionally, students develop proficiency in the safe handling of tools and materials; gain experience with a range of construction processes, such as, framing, estimating, scheduling, cabinet building and building design.

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

Core Courses - Complete All (18 Credits)

  • CM 1155 Construction Print Reading (3)
  • CM 2020 Materials and Methods I (3)
  • CM 2275 Construction Codes and Zoning (3)
  • CM 2460 Construction Scheduling and Cost Control (3)
  • CM 2850 Construction Math and Estimating (3)
  • CM 1210 Construction Technologies Lab I (3)
      or
    CM 1710 Construction Technologies Lab II (3)

CM Elective Courses - Choose 2 (6 Credits)

  • CM 1200 Building Science Fundamentals (3)
  • CM 1290 Residential Electrical Wiring (3)
  • CM 1710 Construction Technologies Lab II (3)
  • CM 2030 Materials and Methods II (3)
  • CM 2610 Architectural Drafting CAD (3)

Communication Requirement - Choose 1 (3 Credits)

  • BUS 1270 Strategic Selling* (3)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communications (3)
  • BUS 2450 Presentations for Business (3)
  • ENGL 1010 Expository Composition (3)

*Required for Business Entrepreneurial Certificate

Human Relations Requirement - Choose 1 (3 Credits)

  • BUS 1170 Human Relations in Organizations  (3)
  • COMM 2110 Interpersonal Communications (3)

Computation Requirement - Choose 1 (3 Credits)

  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math (3)
  • MATH 1050 College Algebra (4)

Required Credits: 33-34

Related Programs:

  

Certificate of Completion – Cosmetology/Barbering

Department: Services Technology
Program Contact: Chad Price
Phone: (435) 893-2217
Email: chad.price@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/stec
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_stec.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • Complete the Certificate of Proficiency – Cosmetology/Barbering (44)

Computation requirement (3):

  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math (3)
  • MATH 1050 College Algebra (3)
  • BUS 1060 Quickbooks for Small Business (3)

Communication requirement (3):

  • ENGL 1010 Expository Composition (3)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communication (3)

Human Relations requirement (2):

  • COSB 1910 Professional Development Course 1 (1)
  • COSB 1920 Professional Development Course 2 (1)
  • COSB 1581 SkillsUSA – Level 1 (1)
  • COSB 1582 SkillsUSA – Level 2 (1)
  • COSB 2581 SkillsUSA – Level 3 (1)
  • COSB 2582 SkillsUSA – Level 4 (1)

Required Credits: 52

Related Programs:

 

Certificate of Completion – Engine Performance, Electrical Systems, and Automatic Transmissions

Department: Transportation Technology 
Program Contact: Brent Reese
Phone: (435) 893-2215
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/trans 
Catalog page: www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • AUTO 1600 Electrical and Electronics I (5)
  • AUTO 2601 Electrical and Electronics II (4)
  • AUTO 2605 Electrical and Electronics II Lab (2)
  • AUTO 1801 Auto Fuel, Emissions, & Ignition Systems (2)
  • AUTO 1805 Auto Fuel, Emissions, & Ignition Systems Lab (3)
  • AUTO 2801 Auto Engine Performance (2)
  • AUTO 2805 Auto Engine Performance Lab (3)
  • AUTO 1201 Auto Transmissions and Transaxles (2)
  • AUTO 1205 Auto Transmissions and Transaxles Lab (3)
  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math (3)
      OR
    BUS 1020 Introduction to Computers & Business Applications (3)

Required Credits: 30

Related Programs:

  

Certificate of Completion – Engine, Drivetrain, Chassis, and Climate Control

Department: Transportation Technology
Program Contact: Brent Reese
Phone: (435) 893-2215
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/trans 
Catalog page: www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html  

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • AUTO 1101 Auto Engine Repair (2)
  • AUTO 1105 Auto Engine Repair Lab (3)
  • AUTO 1600 Electrical and Electronics I (5)
  • AUTO 1301 Auto Manual Transmissions/Power Trains (2)
  • AUTO 1305 Auto Manual Transmissions/Power Trains Lab (3)
  • AUTO 1501 Auto Brake Systems (2)
  • AUTO 1505 Auto Brake Systems Lab (2)
  • AUTO 1401 Suspension and Steering (2)
  • AUTO 1405 Suspension and Steering Lab (3)
  • AUTO 2701 Auto Heating and Air Conditioning (2)
  • AUTO 2705 Auto Heating and Air Conditioning Lab (2)

Required Credits: 30 

Related Programs:

  

Certificate of Completion – Equine Management

Department: Business
Program Contact: Jay Olsen
Phone: (435) 283-7335
Email: jay.olsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html  

Program Description & Outcomes:  

Students who complete this certificate will acquire knowledge and skills in equine management built on agribusiness and business classes complimented with equine management classes that prepare them for entry level positions in the workforce or return to successfully run the family farm or start an equine related business. Students will complete a selected set of BUS classes that complement the AGBS classes. The program is designed for students to learn business and entrepreneurial skills as well as basic equine management production skills allowing them to contribute to existing and startup agribusinesses. For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • AGBS 1010 Fundamentals of Animal Science (4)
  • AGBS 1100 Agribusiness Career Explorations (2)
  • AGBS 1700 Western Riding Skills I (3)
  • AGBS 1900 Horse Breaking and Training I (3)
  • AGBS 2030 Analysis and Decision Making (3)
  • AGBS 2700 Western Riding Skills II (3)
  • AGBS 2900 Horse Breaking and Training II (3)
  • ECON 1740 US Economic History (3) or
     HIST 1700 American History (3)
  • ENGL 1010 Expository Composition (3)
  • Choose 6 credits (2 classes) from the following
    • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing (3)
    • BUS 1210 Personal & Consumer Finance (3)
    • BUS 2650 Management Principles for Entrepreneurs (3)
    • BUS 2050 Business Law (3)

Required Credits: 32

Related Programs:

   

Certificate of Completion – General Education

Program Description & Outcomes:  

The requirements for this program are the GE requirements for this year.

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/ge/index.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/general_education.html 

Requirements:

  • Foundations (FND) (3)
  • American Institutions (AI) (3)*
  • Expository Writing (E1) (3)*
  • Intermediate Writing (E2) (3)*
  • Quantitative Literacy (MA) (3)*
  • Fine Arts (FA) (3)
  • Humanities (HU) (3)
  • Integrated Exploration (3)
  • Natural Science (7)** 
    • Life Science (LS) (3)
    • Physical Science (PS) (3)
    • LS, PS, or Lab (LB) (1)
  • Social and Behavior Science (SS) (3)

Required Credits: 34

Notes:

*Must be passed at a C- or higher.
**To satisfy the Natural Science GE requirement, students must earn 3 credits of Life Science (LS) and 3 credits of Physical Science (PS). The remaining credit came come from LS, PS, or Lab (LB). Students can satisfy this requirement by taking one three-credit course and one four-credit course. 

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Certificate of Completion – Health and Fitness

Department: Exercise Science
Program Contact: Spencer Mack
Phone: (435) 283-7023
Email: spencer.mack@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/social_science/exercise-science/health-fitness.html
Catalog Page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_phed.html

Program Description & Outcomes:  

This Certificate of Completion is the second stage in a stackable education in Health and Fitness. The courses required will help to build upon the base created during the Certificate of Proficiency and will continue to enhance a student’s preparation to certify as a personal trainer or other health and fitness industry occupation. It will also prepare a student for transfer into other instate 4-year program. (Utah -- BS Health and Kinesiology, UVU -- BS Exercise Science and Outdoor Rec, Weber -- BS Exercise and Sport Science, Dixie-- Exercise Science, USU -- BS Exercise Science, SUU -- BS Exercise Science)

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/social_science/exercise-science/index.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_departments.html

Requirements:

Core Requirements:

  • BIOL 2320 Human Anatomy (3)
  • BIOL 2325 Human Anatomy Lab (1)
  • BIOL 2420 Human Physiology (3)
  • BIOL 2425 Human Physiology Lab (1)
  • DANC 1210 Yoga (1) OR PE 1070 Cross Training (1)
  • EXSC 1096 Fitness and Wellness OR EXSC 1097 Individual Lifetime Fitness (1)
  • EXSC 1543 First Aid and CPR (3)
  • EXSC 2500 Sports Medicine (3)
  • EXSC 2600 Introduction to Sports Medicine (3)
  • HFST Foundations of Nutrition (3)
  • PE 1073 Circuit Training (1)
  • PE 1085 Weight Training (1)

GE Requirements:

  • ENGL 1010 Expository Composition - E1 (3)
  • PSY 1010 General Psychology - SS (3)
  • MATH - MA GE (3)

Additional Requirements:
(A total of 3 credits from the following list. (Additional activity courses could be substituted upon prior approval.)

  • PE 1043 Zuma (1)
  • PE 1100 Tennis (1)
  • PE 1110 Racquetball (1)
  • PE 1125 Pickleball (1)
  • PE 1200 Basketball (1)
  • PE 1210 Volleyball (1)
  • PE 1215 Walleyball ()1)
  • PE 1300 Swimming (1)
  • PE 1310 Paddleboard Fitness (1)

Required Credits: 36

The following courses are recommended as prerequisites to Human Physiology. Although not required, success in physiology is increased if these courses have been taken. Please work with your advisor to determine the necessity of taking andy of these courses.

  • CHEM 1110/1115 OR CHEM 1210/1215
  • BIOL 1610/1615 OR BIOL 2060/2065 OR BIOL 2200/2205

Certificate of Completion – Precision Agriculture

Department: Business
Program Contact: Matt Goble
Phone: (435) 283-7335
Email: matt.goble@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business  
Catalog page: www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:

Students who complete this certificate will acquire knowledge and skills in agricultural technology and mechanics that prepare them for entry-level positions in the workforce or return to successfully run the family farm or start their own business. Students will complete a selected set of agriculture technology and mechanics classes. This program is designed for students to learn operational skills as well as fundamental technological and mechanical applications allowing them to contribute to existing and start up agribusinesses.

For more information about this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • AGTM 1600 Electricity and Electronics (5)
  • AGTM 1301/1305 Diesel Drive trains (6)
  • AGTM 1050 Farm Equip Maintenance & repair (3)
  • Certificate of Proficiency Curriculum (20)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communication or
  • AGTM 1930 Leadership & Professional Dev. I (1)
  • AGTM 2930 Leadership & Professional Dev. II (1)
  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math or MATH 1010 Algebra (4)
  • AGTM 1101/1105 Engine Repair (5)
  • AGTM 1030 Related Welding (3)
  • AGTM 1210 Small Engines (3)

Required Credits: 34

Related Programs:

  • AAS in Agribusiness
  • AAS in Precision Agriculture
  • Certificate of Completion – Agribusiness
  • Certificate of Proficiency – Agribusiness
  • Certificate of Proficiency – Precision Agriculture

 

 

Certificates of Proficiency

 

Certificate of Proficiency – Advanced Cybersecurity

Department: Information Technology
Program Contact: Terrence Coltharp
Phone: (435) 893-2265
Email: terrence.coltharp@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/cis/index.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_itec 

Program Description & Outcomes:

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • CIS 1060 IT Project Management (3)
  • CIS 1205 Routing and Switching (3)
  • CIS 1415 Cloud Essentials (3)
  • CIS 1620 Linux Fundamentals (3)
  • CIS 2310 Security Essentials (3)
  • CIS 2320 Penetration Testing Fundamentals (3)
  • CIS 2410 Cybersecurity System Analyst (3)

Required Credits: 21

Certificate of Proficiency – Advanced Networking Technology

Department: Information Technology
Program Contact: Terrence Coltharp
Phone: (435) 893-2265
Email: terrence.coltharp@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/cis/index.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_itec 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

Snow College Computer Information Systems provides an engaging learning environment that prepares students for employment in the computer networking field through current, rigorous, and hands-on learning activities.

Computer Information Systems covers a broad range of career opportunities. You could be a IT network administrator, IT network analyst, IT project manager, or an IT network technician. Companies large and small need employees skilled in CIS-related specialties, resulting in extensive options for a successful career.

If you like working with information, a database administrator position might be a good career for you. If puzzles or math intrigue you, programming could be a good choice. The beauty of computer information systems is that you can choose your specialty in a demanding career field where there are ample career opportunities to choose from. In Utah the average salary for a Network Administrator is $67,380, a web developer could earn around $50,000 a year, computer programmers earn around $46,000 a year, and software engineering averages a competitive salary of $77,558.

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • CIS 2200 Scaling Networks in the Enterprise (3) 
  • CIS 2205 Wide Area Networking (3)
  • CIS 2210 Cisco ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing (3)
  • CIS 2215 Cisco SWITCH: Implementing IP Switching (3)
  • CIS 2220 Cisco TSHOOT: Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks (3)
  • CIS 2300 Cisco Wireless Networking Fundamentals (3)

Required Credits: 18

Related Programs:

    

Certificate of Proficiency – Agribusiness

Department: Business
Program Contact: Jay Olsen
Phone: (435) 283-7335
Email: jay.olsen@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/business/index.html 
Catalog page:  https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • AGBS 1010 Fundamentals of Animal Science (4)
  • AGBS 1100 Agri. Business Career Explorations (2)
  • AGBS 2020 Intro Agri. Economics and Agri. Business (3)
  • AGBS 2030 Agricultural Managerial Analysis & Decision Making (3)
  • BUS 1060 Quickbooks for Small Business (3)
  • BUS 1600 Entrepreneurship Seminar (1)
  • BUS 1010 Introduction to Business (3) 

    or
    BUS 2650 Management Principles for Entrepreneurs (3)

Required Credits: 17-19

Related Programs:

   

Certificate of Proficiency - Basic Accounting

Department: Business
Program Contact: Kelly Larsen
Phone: (435) 283-7557
Email: kelly.larsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:

Students will be able to complete courses in accounting and business. Students will gain entry level knowledge, skills, and abilities related to general accounting theory and application in various business settings. Students will be able to perform accounting functions, such as traditional bookkeeping, financial calculations for business management, and basic personal finance. 

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • ACCT 1200 Basic Income Tax Preparation (1)
  • ACCT 2010 Financial Accounting (3)
  • ACCT 2020 Managerial Accounting (3)
  • BUS 1060 QuickBooks for Small Business (3)
  • BUS 1210 Personal and Consumer Finance (3)
  • BUS 2010 Business Computer Proficiency (3)

Required Credits: 16

Related Programs:

Certificate of Proficiency – Business and Music Technology

Department: Business
Program Contact: Kelly Larsen
Phone: (435) 283-7557
Email: kelly.larsen@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/business/index.html
Catalog page:  https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_musc.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • BUS 1110 Digital Media Tools (4)
  • BUS 1020 Computer Technology & Application (3)
  • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing (3)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communication (3)
  • MUSC 3750 Survey of Music Business (3)
  • MUSC 1100 Intro to Music Theory (2)
  • MUSC 1200 Survey of Music Technology (2)
  • MUSC 1901 Performing Arts Exploratory: Music Careers (1)

Required Credits: 21

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Certificate of Proficiency - Cabinetry and Architectural Woodwork 

Department: Construction Technology
Program Contact: David Barker
Phone: (435) 283-7577
Email: david.barker@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/cm  
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_cnst.html  

Program Description & Outcomes:

The goal of the certificate programs in Construction Management is to establish an understanding of the major areas of construction applications. Students begin with an introduction to construction methods, applications, and safety. Followed by theory and labs covering skills and knowledge of the construction industry; design considerations in constructing homes; knowledge and use of layout techniques. Additionally, students develop proficiency in the safe handling of tools and materials; gain experience with a range of construction processes, such as, framing, estimating, scheduling, cabinet building and building design.

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

Required Courses - Complete All (12 Credits)

  • CM 1155 Construction Print Reading (3)
  • CM 2150 Cabinet Construction (3)
  • CM 2690 Woodworking Technology (3)
  • CM 2850 Construction Math & Estimating (3)

Business Elective Courses - Choose 2 (6 Credits)

  • +BUS 1020 Computer Technology and Applications (3)
  • +BUS 1060 QuickBooks for Small Business (3)
  • +BUS 1170 Human Relations in Organizations (3)
  • BUS 1210 Personal and Consumer Finance (3)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communications (3)
  • BUS 2450 Presentations for Business (3)

+Required for Business Entrepreneurial Certificate

Related Programs: 

Certificate of Proficiency – Chassis and Climate Control

Department: Transportation Technology
Contact: Brent Reese
Phone: (435) 893-2215
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html   

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

Required Courses (13):

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • AUTO 1401 Suspension and Steering (2)
  • AUTO 1405 Suspension and Steering Lab (2)
  • AUTO 1501 Auto Brake Systems (2)
  • AUTO 1505 Auto Brake Systems Lab (2)
  • DMT 2701 Auto Heating and Air Conditioning (2)
  • DMT 2705 Auto Heating and Air Conditioning Lab (2)

Elective Courses (3): 

  • AUTO 1601 Electrical and Electronics I (4)
  • AUTO 1605 Electrical and Electronics I Lab (1)
  • AUTO 1001 Automotive Technology I (3)
  • AUTO 1002 Basic Automotive Technology II (5)
  • DMT 1001 Intro to Diesel Technology I (5)
  • DMT 1002 Intro to Diesel Technology II (5)
  • AUTO 1509 Hot Rods and Performance Vehicles (2)
  • MTT 1000 Survey of Machine Tool (2)
  • MTT 1350 Related Machine Shop Practices (2)
  • WELD 1012 Oxy-Acetylene Welding (2)
  • WELD 1015 Cutting Processes (2)
  • WELD 1030 Related Oxy-Acetylene and Arc Welding (3)
  • MANF 2332 Mechanical CAD Drafting (4)
  • CMP 1000 Composite Basics (3)
  • BUS 1020 Computer Technology Applications (3)
  • GNST 1200 GE Foundations OR BUS 1170 Human Relations in Organizations (3)
  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math OR MATH 1050 College Algebra (3)
  • ENGL 1010 Introduction to Writing OR BUS 2200 Business Communication (3)

Total Proficiency Credits 16

Related Programs:

 

Certificate of Proficiency - Communication

Department: Communications
Program Contact: Kristi Stevens
Phone: (435) 283-7618
Email: kristi.stevens@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/communication 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_comm.html 

Program Description & Outcomes

The goal of the Certificate of Proficiency in Communication is to equip students with the top skills employers are seeking: exceptional presentation, speaking, ability to work in a team, customer service, critical thinking, and social media. This certificate prepares students to succeed in the contemporary workplace through a combination of courses that are designed to improve their competency at speaking, interpersonal relationships and working as an effective member of a team. Students will learn theory and practice in developing solutions to complex problems. Additionally, students develop proficiency in speaking and persuading with confidence and authenticity. Lastly, students will learn to communicate as a productive member of a team and to contribute thoughts and ideas on projects.

Requirements

  • COMM 1010 Introduction to Communications (HU) (3)
  • COMM 1020 Public Speaking (FA) (3)
  • COMM 2110 Interpersonal Communication (SS) (3)

Choose nine credits from the following:

  • COMM 1130 Writing for Communications (3)
  • COMM 1500 Intro to Mass Media (HU) (3)
  • COMM 1560 Radio Performance I (3)
  • COMM 1900 Newspaper Production I (2)
  • COMM 1910 Newspaper Production I (2)
  • COMM 2150 Intercultural Communication (SS) (3)
  • COMM 2180 Photojournalism (FA) (3)
  • COMM 2200 TV Production (3)
  • COMM 2300 Intro to Public Relations (3)
  • COMM 2900 Newspaper Production II (2)
  • COMM 2910 Newspaper Production II (2)

Required Credits:  18

 

Certificate of Proficiency in Composites

Department: Industrial Technology
Program Contact: Chad Avery
Phone: (435) 893-2257
Email: chad.avery@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/industrialtech/index.html  
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_indm 

Program Description & Outcomes: 

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements: 

  • CMP 1000 Composite Basics (3)
  • CMP 1100 Mold Preparation and Tooling (3)
  • CMP 1200 Composite Core, Prepreg, and Matrix Materials (3)
  • CMP 1300 Vacuum Bag Processes (3)
  • MANF 1060 Industrial Print Reading (3)
  • MANF 1500 Quality Control (3)

Required Credits: 18

Related Programs: 

 

Certificate of Proficiency - Construction Management 

Department: Construction Technology
Program Contact: David Barker
Phone: (435) 283-7577 
Email: david.barker@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/cm 
Catalog page:  https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_cnst.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:

The goal of the certificate programs in Construction Management is to establish an understanding of the major areas of construction applications. Students begin with an introduction to construction methods, applications, and safety. Followed by theory and labs covering skills and knowledge of the construction industry; design considerations in constructing homes; knowledge and use of layout techniques. Additionally, students develop proficiency in the safe handling of tools and materials; gain experience with a range of construction processes, such as, framing, estimating, scheduling, cabinet building and building design.

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Requirements:

Required Courses - Complete All (6 Credits)

  • CM 1155 Construction Print Reading (3)
  • CM 2020 Material and Methods I (3)

CM Elective Courses - Choose 3 of the following Courses (9 Credits)

  • CM 1200 Building Science Fundamentals (3)
  • CM 1210 Construction Technologies Lab I (3)
  • CM 1290 Residential Electrical Wiring (3)
  • CM 1710 Construction Technologies Lab II (3)
  • CM 2275 Construction Codes and Zoning (3)
  • CM 2610 Architectural Drafting CAD (3)

Business Elective Courses - Choose 1 (3 Credits)

  • +BUS 1020 Computer Technology and Applications (3)
  • +BUS 1060 QuickBooks for Small Business (3)
  • +BUS 1170 Human Relations in Organizations (3)
  • BUS 1210 Personal and Consumer Finance (3)
  • +BUS 1270 Strategic Selling (3)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communications (3)
  • BUS 2450 Presentations for Business (3)

+Required for Business Entrepreneurial Certificate

Required Credits: 18

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Certificate of Proficiency – Cosmetology/Barbering

Department: Services Technology
Program Contact: Chad Price
Phone: (435) 893-2261
Email: chad.price@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/stec
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_stec.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements

The program requires 1600 clock hours.

Core Courses (44):

  • COSB 1000 Basic Cosmetology Theory (4)
  • COSB 1005 Basic Cosmetology Lab (5)
  • COSB 1015 Basic Barbering Lab (4)
  • COSB 1100 Basic Barbering Theory (3)
  • COSB 1200 Cosmetology/Barber Sciences (3)
  • COSB 1205 Intermediate Cosmetology Lab (3-6)
  • COSB 1215 Intermediate Barbering Lab (2-4)
  • COSB 2300 Principles of Cosmetology/Barbering (3)
  • COSB 2305 Advanced Cosmetology Lab (3-6)
  • COSB 2315 Advanced Barbering Lab (2-4)
  • COSB 2505 Cosmetology Capstone (2)

Electives:

Additional elective credit courses may be required to reach the 1600 clock hours required for state licensure.

  • COSB 1519 Cosmetology/Barbering Lab (1) repeatable 2x
  • COSB 2519 Adv. Cosmetology/Barbering Lab (3) repeatable 6x
  • GNST 1001 Start Smart (1)
  • GNST 1010 College Study Skills (1)
  • GNST 1020 College Success Skills (3)

Required Credits: 44

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Certificate of Proficiency – Cybersecurity

Department: Information Technology
Program Contact: Terrence Coltharp
Phone: (435) 893-2265
Email: terrence.coltharp@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/cis/index.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_itec 

Program Description & Outcomes:

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • CIS 1125 IT Essentials (3)
  • CIS 1140 Network Essentials (3)
  • CIS 1200 Introduction to Networks (3)
  • CIS 1310 Security Fundamentals (3)
  • CIS 1415 Cloud Essentials (3)
  • CIS 1500 Information Security Fundamentals (3)

Required Credits: 18

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Certificate of Proficiency – Diesel, Drivetrains, Engine Performance, and HVAC

Department: Transportation Technology
Program Contact: Brent Reese 
Phone: (435) 893-2215 
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here

Requirements:

Required Courses (17):

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • DMT 1301 Transmissions and Drivetrains (2)
  • DMT 1305 Transmissions and Drivetrains Lab (2)
  • DMT 1801 Computerized Engine Controls & Fuel Systems (2)
  • DMT 1805 Computerized Engine Controls & Fuel Systems Lab (2)
  • DMT 2701 Heating and Air Conditioning (2)
  • DMT 2705 Heating and Air Conditiong Lab (2)
  • DMT 2801 Emissions Control Systems (2)
  • DMT 2805 Emissions Control Systems Lab (2)

Total Required Credits: 17

Certificate of Proficiency – Diesel, Electrical/Electronics and Computerized Engine Controls

Department: Transportation Technology
Program Contact: Brent Reese 
Phone: (435) 893-2215 
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here

Requirements:

Required Courses (16):

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • AUTO 1601 Electrical and Electronics I (4)
  • AUTO 1605 Electrical and Electronics I Lab (1)
  • DMT 1801 Computerized Engine Controls and Fuel Systems (2)
  • DMT 1805 Computerized Engine Controls and Fuel Systems Lab (2)
  • AUTO 2601 Electrical and Electronics II (4)
  • AUTO 2605 Electrical and Electronics II Lab (2)

Total Required Credits: 16

Certificate of Proficiency – Diesel, Engines, Hydraulics, and Chassis

Department: Transportation Technology
Program Contact: Brent Reese 
Phone: (435) 893-2215 
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here

Requirements:

Required Courses (16):

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • DMT 1101 Engine Repair (2)
  • DMT 1105 Engine Repair Lab (2)
  • DMT 1401 Steering and Suspension Systems (2)
  • DMT 1405 Steering and Suspension Systems Lab (2)
  • DMT 1501 Diesel Brakes (2)
  • DMT 1505 Diesel Brakes Lab (2)
  • DMT 2311 Hydraulics and Pneumatics (2)
  • DMT 2315 Hydraulics and Pneumatics Lab (1)

Total Required Credits: 16

Certificate of Proficiency – Diesel, Maintenance and Light Repair

Department: Transportation Technology
Program Contact: Brent Reese 
Phone: (435) 893-2215 
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here

Requirements:

Required Courses (15):

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • DMT 1001 Intro to Diesel Technology I (3)
  • DMT 1002 Intro to Diesel Technology II (3)
  • DMT 1401 Steering and Suspension (2)
  • DMT 1405 Steering and Suspension Lab (2)
  • DMT 1501 Diesel Brakes (2)
  • DMT 1505 Diesel Brakes Lab (2)

Elective Courses (Choose a minimum of 3 credits):

  • AUTO 1001 Basic Automotive Technology I (3)
  • AUTO 1002 Basic Automotive Technology II (3)
  • DMT 1101 Diesel Engine Repair (2)
  • DMT 1105 Diesel Engine Repair Lab (2)
  • DMT 1301 Transmissions and Drivetrains (2)
  • DMT 1305 Transmissions and Drivetrains Lab (2)
  • DMT 2311 Hydraulics and Pneumatics (2)
  • DMT 2315 Hydraulics and Pneumatics Lab (1)
  • DMT 2701 Heating and Air Conditioning (2)
  • DMT 2705 Heating and Air Conditioning Lab (2)

Total Required Credits: 18

Certificate of Proficiency – Electrical Systems and Automatic Transmissions

Department: Transportation Technology
Program Contact: Brent Reese
Phone: (435) 893-2215
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

Required Courses (12: 

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • AUTO 2601 Electrical and Electronics II (4)
  • AUTO 2605 Electrical and Electronics II Lab (2)
  • AUTO 1201 Auto Transmissions and Transaxles (2)
  • AUTO 1205 Auto Transmissions and Transaxles Lab (3)

Elective Courses (4): 

  • AUTO 1601 Electrical and Electronics I (4)
  • AUTO 1605 Electrical and Electronics I Lab (1)
  • AUTO 1001 Automotive Technology I (3)
  • AUTO 1002 Basic Automotive Technology II (5)
  • DMT 1001 Intro to Diesel Technology I (5)
  • DMT 1002 Intro to Diesel Technology II (5)
  • AUTO 1509 Hot Rods and Performance Vehicles (2)
  • MTT 1000 Survey of Machine Tool (2)
  • MTT 1350 Related Machine Shop Practices (2)
  • WELD 1012 Oxy-Acetylene Welding (2)
  • WELD 1015 Cutting Processes (2)
  • WELD 1030 Related Oxy-Acetylene and Arc Welding (3)
  • MANF 2332 Mechanical CAD Drafting (4)
  • CMP 1000 Composite Basics (3)
  • BUS 1020 Computer Technology & Applications (3)
  • GNST 1200 GE Foundations OR BUS 1170 Human Relations in Organizations (3)
  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math OR MATH 1050 College Algebra (3)
  • ENGL 1010 Introduction to Writing OR BUS 2200 Business Communication (3)

Required Credits: 16

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Certificate of Proficiency – Engines and Drivetrains

Department: Transportation Technology
Contact: Brent Reese
Phone: (435) 893-2215
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html  

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

Required Courses (14): 

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • AUTO 1601 Electrical and Electronics I (4)
  • AUTO 1605 Electrical and Electronics I (1)
  • AUTO 1101 Auto Engine Repair (2)
  • AUTO 1105 Auto Engine Repair Lab (1)
  • AUTO 1301 Auto Manual Transmissions/Power Trains (2)
  • AUTO 1305 Auto Manual Transmissions/Power Trains Lab (3)

Elective Courses (2): 

  • AUTO 1001 Automotive Technology I (3)
  • AUTO 1002 Basic Automotive Technology II (5)
  • AUTO 2601 Electrical and Electronics II (4)
  • AUTO 2605 Electrical and Electronics II Lab (2)
  • DMT 1001 Intro to Diesel Technology I (5)
  • DMT 1002 Intro to Diesel Technology II (5)
  • AUTO 1509 Hot Rods and Performance Vehicles (2)
  • MTT 1000 Survey of Machine Tool (2)
  • MTT 1350 Related Machine Shop Practices (2)
  • WELD 1012 Oxy-Acetylene Welding (2)
  • WELD 1015 Cutting Processes (2)
  • WELD 1030 Related Oxy-Acetylene and Arc Welding (3)
  • MANF 2332 Mechanical CAD Drafting (4)
  • CMP 1000 Composite Basics (3)
  • BUS 1020 Computer Technology Applications (3)
  • GNST 1200 GE Foundations OR BUS 1170 Human Relations in Organizations (3)
  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math OR MATH 1050 College Algebra (3)
  • ENGL 1010 Introduction to Writing OR BUS 2200 Business Communication (3)

Total Proficiency Credits 16

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Certificate of Proficiency – Engine Performance

Department: Transportation Technology
Program Contact: Brent Reese
Phone: (435) 893-2215
Email: brent.reese@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/trans_dept.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_trans.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • AUTO 1000 Automotive Basics & Safety (1)
  • AUTO 1600 Electrical and Electronics I (5)
  • AUTO 1801 Auto Fuel, Emissions, & Ignition Systems (2)
  • AUTO 1805 Auto Fuel, Emissions, & Ignition Systems Lab (3)
  • AUTO 2801 Auto Engine Performance (2)
  • AUTO 2805 Auto Engine Performance Lab (3)

Required Credits: 16

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Certificate of Proficiency – Entrepreneurship

Department: Business
Program Contact: Kelly Larsen
Phone: (435) 283-7557
Email: kelly.larsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • BUS 1020 Computer Technology & Applications (3)
  • BUS 1060 Quick Books for Small Business (3)
  • BUS 1270 Strategic Selling (3)
  • BUS 1600 Entrepreneurship Seminars (1-2)
  • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing (3)
  • BUS 2222 Entrepreneurship (3)
  • BUS 2650 Management Principles for Entrepreneurs (3)

Required Credits: 19-20

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Certificate of Proficiency – Equine Management

Department: Business
Program Contact: Jay Olsen
Phone: (435) 283-7335
Email: jay.olsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html  

Program Description & Outcomes:  

A certificate of proficiency in Equine Management will allow students to gain better agribusiness management skills through exposure to current and relevant agribusiness challenges and opportunities, as well as, exposure to basic livestock agriculture and equine classes. Ten credits toward this certificate are Business (BUS) classes that complement the Agribusiness (AGBS) and Equine classes.

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • AGBS 1010 Fundamentals of Animal Science (4)
  • AGBS 1100 Agribusiness Career Explorations (2)
  • AGBS 2030 Agriculture Managerial Analysis & Decision Making (3)
  • BUS 1060 QuickBooks for Small Business (3)
  • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing (3)
  • BUS 1600 Entrepreneurship Seminar (2)
  • AGBS 1700 & AGBS 2700 Western Riding Skills I & II (6)
    or
  • AGBS 1900 & 2900 Horse Breaking and Training I & II (6)

Required Credits: 23

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Certificate of Proficiency – Family Life

Department: Education & Family Studies
Program Contact: Danni Larsen
Phone: (435) 283-7487
Email: danni.larsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/hfst 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_hfst.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

This one year certificate program offers practical and theoretical training for the student desiring to be successful in home and family settings. A total of 28 credits are required.

Requirements:

Core courses:

  • HFST 1020 Scientific Foundations of Nutrition (3)
  • HFST 1240 Introductory Foods (2)
  • HFST 1245 Introductory Foods Lab (1)
  • HFST 1400 Courtship and Marriage (3)
  • HFST 1500 Human Development (3)
  • HFST 2120 Nutrition for Children (3)
  • HFST 2250 Personal and Consumer Management (3)
  • HFST 2400 Family Relations (3)
  • HFST 2610 Guidance of Young Children (3)

Additional courses:

  • BUS 1210 Personal Finance (3)
  • HFST 1140 Introductory Sewing (2)
  • HFST 1300 Personal and Family Health (2)
  • HFST 1750 Interior Design (3)
  • HFST 2620 Creative Experiences for Children (3)

Required Credits: 28

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Certificate of Proficiency – Human Services


Department: Education & Family Studies
Program Contact: Danni Larsen
Phone: (435) 283-7487 
Email: danni.larsen@snow.edu

Webpage:  www.snow.edu/hfst 
Catalog page:  https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_hfst.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  


Employees who seek work in any human or health services agency will better serve their clients and employers by entering the workforce well trained. A Human Services Certification will include course work in psychology, social work, human development, human behavior, government, and communications. For full certification, 26 credit hours are required (10 courses) including Careers Seminar and HSPC Internship. Courses are offered currently at Snow College via face-to-face and/or online delivery.

Requirements:

  • ENGL 1010 Expository Composition (3)
  • HFST 1500 OR PSY 1100 Human Development (3)
  • SW 2400 Diverse Populations (3)
  • COMM 2100 Interpersonal Communications (3)
  • PSY 1200 Careers and Disciplines Seminar (1)
  • PSY 1010 Introduction to Psychology (3)
  • ENGL 2010 Intermediate Research Writing (3)
  • HFST 1997 Home and Family Internship (1)
  • POLS 1100 American National Government (3)

Choose one of the following:

  • SW 2100 Human Behavior and the Social Environment (3)
  • CJ 1300 Introduction to Corrections (3)
  • SOC 1020 Modern Social Problems (3)
  • PSY 1400 Analysis of Behavior (3)
  • PSY 2034 Educational Psychology (3)

Required Credits: 26

 

Certificate of Proficiency – HVAC Level 1

Department: Industrial Mechanics
Program Contact: Morgan White
Phone: (435) 283-2241
Email: morgan.white@snow.edu

Webpage: https://snow.edu/academics/tech-ed/air-conditioning-heating-refrigeration.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_indm.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

 

Requirements:

  • HVAC 1100 - Basic Refrigeration Theory (4)
  • HVAC 1200 - Electricity and Controls (4)
  • HVAC 1300 - Air-Conditioning Systems (4)
  • HVAC 1400 - Heating Systems (4)

Required Credits: 16

 

Certificate of Proficiency – HVAC Level 2

Department: Industrial Mechanics
Program Contact: Morgan White
Phone: (435) 283-2241
Email: morgan.white@snow.edu

Webpage: https://snow.edu/academics/tech-ed/air-conditioning-heating-refrigeration.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_indm.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

 

Requirements:

  • HVAC 2200 - Refrigeration Systems (4)
  • HVAC 2300 - System Installation, Air Distribution, and Balance (4)
  • HVAC 2400 - System Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, and Servicing (4)
  • HVAC 2500 - Ducting and Layout (4)

Required Credits: 16

 

Certificate of Proficiency – Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Department: Geology
Program Contact: Renee Faatz
Phone: (435) 283-7519
Email: renee.faatz@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/science_math/geology/index.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_sciencemath.html#cat_nsm_geo 

Program Description & Outcomes:

GIS professionals are essential in the process of taking complex information and converting it into clear visual imagery that can be used in a huge variety of career fields. The software used in GIS allows you to visualize, question, analyze, and interpret data in order to understand relationships, patterns, and trends. GIS specialists are responsible for gathering that information, building and maintaining databases, creating sophisticated maps and diagrams, and simplifying complex information so it can be easily understood.

Students engaged in this program will understand how to use current software and geographic information data to solve natural world problems. Students will use pertinent data to produce digital and paper maps, as well as three-dimensional renderings to illustrate current use and improvement predictions for chosen geographical areas. Upon completion, students will be competent in the management of geographic databases, the creation of various cartographic products, and the analysis of various types of complex spatial problems. They will also be capable of joining any organization in need of geographical information and be instantaneous contributors.

Requirements:

  • DRON or GEO 2845 Drone Operations and Safety Certification (1)
  • GEO 1700 Fundamentals of GPS and GIS Navigation (3)
  • GEO 1800 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (3)
  • GEO 1820 Intermediate Geographic Information Systems (3)
  • GEO 2850 Cartography and Digital Mapping (3)
  • GEO 2900 Applied Geographic Information Systems (3)

Required Credits: 16

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Certificate of Proficiency – Industrial Mechanics

Department: Industrial Technology
Contact: Chad Avery
Phone: (435) 893-2257
Email: chad.avery@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/industrialtech/index.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_indm 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • INDM 1050 Industrial Safety and Basics (1)
  • INDM 1100 Industrial Mechanics I (3)
  • INDM 1200 Industrial Mechanics II (3)
  • INDM 1600 Industrial Electricity (3)
  • INDM 1620 Indistrial Electronics (3) OR
    INDM 1800 Industrial Hydraulics (3)
  • MTT 1000 Machine Tool Technology (2)

Required Credits: 18

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Certificate of Proficiency – Marketing

Department: Business
Program Contact: Kelly Larsen
Phone: (435) 283-7557
Email: kelly.larsen@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • BUS 1110 Digital Media Tools (4)
  • BUS 1270 Strategic Selling (3)
  • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing (3)
  • BUS 1010 Introduction to Business (3)
  • COMM 1500 Introduction to Mass Media (3)

Required Credits: 16

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Certificate of Proficiency – Natural Resources

Department: Natural Resources
Program Contact: Chad Dewey
Phone: (435) 283-7337
Email: chad.dewey@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/natres 
Catalog page: www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_nr.html  

Program Description & Outcomes:

The certificate program in Natural Resources is to allow students interested in natural resource related fields in other majors to show completion of coursework in natural resources and specifically courses that teach skills and methodology for Natural Resource careers. Coursework will introduce students to natural resource related careers and professionals, field techniques, training certifications, environmental policy, and computerized mapping (Geographic Information Systems, GIS).

Requirements:

Required Courses

  • NR 1010 Introduction to Natural Resources (2)
  • NR 1020 Field Inventory and Sampling Techniques (3) OR
    NR 2030 Agricultural Ecosystem Management (3)
  • NR 2010 Environmental Policy/Scientific Literacy (1)
  • NR 2425 Range Plant Identification (2) OR
    WELD 1030 Related Oxy-acetylene and Arc Welding (3) OR
    Similar introductory tech course (2 or 3)
  • NR 2997 Natural Resource Internship II Existing (2)
  • GEO 1700 Fundamentals of GPS and GIS Navigation OR
    GEO 1800 Introductory Interdisciplinary GIS (3)

Elective Courses
Choose any two:

  • NR 2820 Pesticide Applicator Safety Certification (1)
  • NR 2825 Wilderness Navigation Safety Certification (1)
  • GEO 2845 Drone Operations and Safety Certification (1)

Required Credits: 16

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Certificate of Proficiency – Networking Technology

Department: Information Technology
Program Contact: Terrence Coltharp
Phone: (435) 893-2264
Email: terrence.coltharp@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/cis/index.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_itec  

Program Description & Outcomes:  

Snow College Computer Information Systems provides an engaging learning environment that prepares students for employment in the computer networking field through current, rigorous, and hands-on learning activities.

Computer Information Systems covers a broad range of career opportunities. You could be a IT network administrator, IT network analyst, IT project manager, or an IT network technician. Companies large and small need employees skilled in CIS-related specialties, resulting in extensive options for a successful career.

If you like working with information, a database administrator position might be a good career for you. If puzzles or math intrigue you, programming could be a good choice. The beauty of computer information systems is that you can choose your specialty in a demanding career field where there are ample career opportunities to choose from. In Utah the average salary for a Network Administrator is $67,380, a web developer could earn around $50,000 a year, computer programmers earn around $46,000 a year, and software engineering averages a competitive salary of $77,558. 

For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • CIS 1125 IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software (3)
  • CIS 1140 Network Essentials (3) 
  • CIS 1200 Introduction to Networks (3)
  • CIS 1205 Routing and Switching Essentials (3)
  • CIS 1310 Network Security Essentials (3)
  • CIS 1620 Linux Fundamentals (3)

Required Credits: 16

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Certificate of Proficiency – Outdoor Leadership and Entrepreneurship

Department: Business
Contact: Whitney Ward
Phone: (435) 283-7551
Email: whitney.ward@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • BUS 1010 Introduction to Business (3)
  • BUS 1600 Entrepreneurship Seminars (1)
  • OLE 1000 Introduction to Outdoor Leadership (3)
  • OLE 1010 Outdoor Leadership Business and Careers (3)
  • Choose one of the following (3)
    • BUS 2222 Entrepreneurship
    • BUS 2650 Management Principles for Entrepreneurs
  • Choose one of the following (3)
    • BUS 1020 Computer Technology and Applications
    • BUS 1060 Quickbooks for Small Business
    • BUS 1270 Strategic Selling
    • BUS 1300 Social Media Marketing
    • BUS 2650 Management Principles for Entrepreneurs
  • Choose one of the following (3)
    • OLE 2000 Outdoor Skills or
    • OLE 1535 Backpacking

Required Credits: 19

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Certificate of Proficiency – Outdoor Product Design and Development

Department: Business
Contact: Whitney Ward
Phone: (435) 283-7551
Email: whitney.ward@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • BUS 2050 Business Law (3)
  • HFST 1140 Introductory Sewing (2)
  • HFST 2040 Intermediate Sewing (3)
  • MATH 1040 Introduction to Statistics (3)
  • OLE 1000 Introduction to Outdoor Leadership (3)
  • OLE 1010 Outdoor Leadership Business and Careers (3)

Required Credits: 17

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Certificate of Proficiency – Outdoor Skills

Department: Business
Contact: Whitney Ward
Phone: (435) 283-7551
Email: whitney.ward@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • OLE 1000 Introduction to Outdoor Leadership (3)
  • OLE 1542 Wilderness First Responder (3)
  • Choose one of the following (3)
    • OLE1535 Backpacking
    • OLE 2000 Outdoor Skills or
  • Choose two of the following (2)
    • OLE 1505 Kayaking
    • OLE 1515 Sailing
    • OLE 1527 Rock Climbing
    • OLE 1635 Backcountry Skiing
    • OLE 1655 Snowshoeing
    • OLE 1660 Winter Camping
  • Choose two of the following (6)
    • OLE 2450 Climbing Technical Leadership 
    • OLE 2550 Winter Technical Leadership 
    • OLE 2650 Ropes Course Technical Leadership
    • OLE 2750 River/Water Technical Leadership

Required Credits: 17

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Certificate of Proficiency – Precision Agriculture

Department: Business
Program Contact: Matt Goble
Phone: (435) 283-7335
Email: matt.goble@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/business 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_bus.html 

Program Description & Outcomes:

This certificate of proficiency will allow student exposure to basic mechanical and technological classes. Credits toward this certificate will focus on principles and functions of agricultural technology and mechanics and introduce students to career opportunities. For program outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • BUS 2200 Business Communication
  • AGTM 1930 Leadership & Professional Dev. I (1)
  • AGTM 2930 Leadership & Professional Dev. II (1)
  • AT 1715 Applied Technical Math or MATH 1010 Algebra (4)
  • AGTM 1101/1105 Engine Repair (5)
  • AGTM 1030 Related Welding (3)
  • AGTM 1210 Small Engines (3)

Required Credits: 20

Related Programs:

  • AAS in Agribusiness
  • AAS in Precision Agriculture
  • Certificate of Completion – Agribusiness
  • Certificate of Completion – Precision Agriculture
  • Certificate of Proficiency – Agribusiness

 

Certificate of Proficiency – Teaching English as a Second Language

Program: Teaching English as a Second Language
Program Contact: Diane Ogden
Phone: (435) 283-7436
Email: diane.ogden@snow.edu 

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/humanities/tesl/index.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_tesl.html 

Program Description & Outcomes: 

The TESL department offers a training program for students who want to teach English to non-native speakers of English. Students can earn a Certificate of Proficiency in Teaching English as a Second Language.

Outcomes:

Students will be able to write effective lesson plans, teach English Second Language students effectively across the curriculum and evaluate their progress.

Requirements: 

  • Foreign Language 1010 or higher (4)
  • Foreign Language 1010 or higher (4)*
  • TESL 1051 International Partners (1)
  • TESL 1151 Community Outreach (1)
  • TESL 1400 Methods in Teaching Second Language (3)
  • TESL 1600 Methods in Language Teaching (3)
  • TESL 1997 First Year Practicum in Teaching (4)
  • TESL 2300 Testing and Evaluation (1)
  • LING 2650 Language in Society (HU) (3)
  • LING 2660 Introduction to Language Systems (HU) (3)

Required Credits: 26

Notes:

*One of the foreign languages can be satisfied by completing the ESL program through the College or by coming to the College with a TOEFL IBT of 63 or better. If a student uses this option, the student must take GEOG 1300, SOC 1010, EDUC 2400, or ANTH 1000. 

 

Certificate of Proficiency – Writing and Rhetoric

Department: English and Philosophy
Program Contact: Kellyanne Ure
Phone: (435) 283-7570
Email: kellyanne.ure@snow.edu

Webpage: www.snow.edu/enph
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_enph.html

Program Description & Outcomes:

This certificate has three student outcomes:
● Students will assess rhetoric in authentic genres from a variety of contexts.
● Students will write clearly, professionally, and in ways appropriate to a range of
rhetorical situations.
● Students will reflect on and gain insights from their own writing processes,
strategies, and products.
These outcomes and the standards of performance will be communicated and measured
in two ways: 1) individual instructors will do this through their teaching writing in a
variety of contexts and genres, and 2) students will take an introductory course and a
writing portfolio class that will act as bookends for the certificate and focus overtly on
these outcomes.
The English and Philosophy Department will conduct a preliminary assessment
of the certificate after the first year and an in-depth assessment after two years. The
department will adjust the certificate as informed by the assessment results.

Requirements:

  • ENGL 1010 Expository Composition (E1) (3)
  • ENGL 2010 Intermediate Research Writing (E2) (3)
  • ENGL 2040 Introduction to Writing Studies (2)
  • ENGL 2940 Writing Portfolio (1)

Choose two of the following:

  • ENGL 2950 Methods and Practice in Tutoring Writers (3)
  • ENGL 2250 Introduction to Creative Writing (HU) (3)
  • ENGL 2280 Writing Creative Nonfiction (3)
  • ENGL 3260 Technical Communication (3)

Choose one of the following:

  • ART 2400 Introcution to Graphic Design (3)
  • BUS 1110 Digital Media Tools (4)
  • BUS 2200 Business Communication (3)
  • COMM 1020 Public Speaking (FA) (3)
  • COMM 1130 Writing for Communciations (3)
  • MATH 1040 Introduction to Statistics (MA) (3)
  • TESL 2650 Language in Society (HU) (3)

Required Credits: 18

 

  

OTHER CERTIFICATES

 

Nursing Assistant (NA)

Department: Health Professions

Richfield, Piute, Wayne, Delta, Fillmore CNA Classes:
Program Contact: Melissa Blackner
Phone: (435) 893-2232
Email: melissa.blackner@snow.edu

Ephraim or Nephi CNA Classes:
Program Contact:  Ashley Jensen
Phone: (435) 283-7588
Email: ashley.jensen@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/tech-ed/nursing-assistant.html
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/dept_ahna.html

Program Description & Outcomes:  

The Nursing Assistant program at Snow College introduces students to the healthcare field and patient care. This course combines classroom and clinical experience to prepare students to pass the state certification exam. Most nursing facilities in the state require candidates to be Nursing Assistants. Financial aid is not available for this course by itself. Online registration is not available for the Nursing Assistant program and special requirements may apply. Nursing assistant courses are offered at Richfield, Ephraim, Delta, Fillmore, Nephi, Piute, Wayne, and Tintic.

Outcomes:

Students who complete the Snow College Nursing Assistant program:

  • Will learn basic health care knowledge, skills, safety, and techniques necessary for certification, which will be evidenced in the state exam results for CNA;
  • Will demonstrate acquired skills and techniques in clinical settings;
  • Will find a job in trained area.

Admission Requirements

  1. Approved background check. The background check must be received by the Health Professions Department in a sealed envelope.
  2. TB:  Proof of negative test.
  3. Covid:  Proof of being fully vaccinated.
    1. Fall and spring semester:  Must have first dose by the first week of class, second dose four weeks later
    2. Summer semester:  Must be fully vaccinated by the first week of class.
    3. Medical/religious exemptions will be considered, by the clinical facility you will be attending, on a case by case basis. Clinical placement is not guaranteed without being fully vaccinated.
  4. High School students must be at least 16 years old by the first day of class, be a junior in high school, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on your high school transcripts.

Requirements:

  • TENA 1100 Nursing Assistant (3)

Required Credits: 3

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Nail Technology Certificate

Department: Services Technology
Program Contact: Chad Price
Phone: (435) 893-2217
Email: chad.price@snow.edu

Webpage: https://www.snow.edu/academics/bat/cosmetology/index.html 
Catalog page: https://www.snow.edu/catalog/division_businessappliedtech.html#cat_bat_stec 

Program Description & Outcomes:  

For a description of this program and its outcomes, click here.

Requirements:

  • TENT 1100 Nail Technician I (4)
  • TENT 1200 Nail Technician II Clinical (2)
  • TENT 1600 Advanced Techniques Class/Lab (2)
  • TENT 1610 Nail Tech Business Basics (1)

Required Credits: 9

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