Complete a state-approved career and technical education certification at Delta-Montrose Area, Emily Griffith or Pickens technical colleges then apply for CCD’s applied technology program, which prepares you with technical and employment skills.
Degree Options

Applied Technology

AAS
Associate of Applied Science Degree | 60 Credits
Direct to Work
career & technical education
These programs prepare you with technical and employment skills

As a student in the Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Applied Technology program, you will first complete a state-approved career and technical education certificate program at one of the area technical colleges (ATC):

  • Delta-Montrose Area Technical College
  • Emily Griffith Technical College
  • Pickens Technical College
CCD Applied Technology students in a workshop
More Information About the Program

Academic support is provided through CCD’s Excel Zone, which helps students succeed by offering a variety of learning opportunities. We are located on campus on the 4th floor of the Confluence building.

CCD Online offers fully online certificates and degrees, and individual online courses to help match your busy schedule. This program offers between 88 to 97 percent of its degree either online or through a hybrid program.

Your first step is to see if online learning is right for you. Online and hybrid environments offer much more flexibility but require more self-direction and self-discipline. Certain work habits, learning styles and skills contribute to a successful online or hybrid learning experience.

Online Experience Questions?
303.352.6785 | TLC@ccd.edu

This program is eligible for federal financial aid.

Your first step is to connect with the Financial Aid office to discover how you can afford college. Our dedicated staff and support services help you wade through all the legal language and get you past the first hurdle to completing your educational goals.

In addition, CCD has $1,000,000 available in scholarships. Learn More!

Once you have completed the ATC certificate, you will complete the A.A.S. degree in applied technology here at CCD by taking general education and other degree requirements. The A.A.S. degree in applied technology will be conferred by CCD after the general education and other degree requirements have been completed.

Some credits from these certificate programs will be applicable to CCD's A.A.S. in applied technology degree.