Areas of Study
Choosing a career is a huge decision, but you don't need to make it alone. Centralia College has grouped its programs into Areas of Study that allow you to explore and make the right decisions for yourself.
The Areas of Study are designed to be simple. Courses are grouped together to form clear paths to a career in your chosen field. We offer targeted advising to help you choose a path, stay on the path, learn what you need to know, and graduate.
Exploring your career options will help you decide what you want, considering such things as lifestyle and the type of work you want to do, so that you can make informed decisions about your future and get the most out of your education at Centralia College.
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Arts, Humanities, & CommunicationThinking critically, working creatively, expressing your vision and views - the Arts,
Humanities, and Communication pathway will help you develop information literacy,
cultural awareness, and the capacity to adapt to careers as technologies change them.
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BusinessThe Business Area of Study will help you learn methods of maintaining a competitive
edge in business through theory and practical learning. You'll have the opportunity
to earn certificates and degrees that will lead to your workplace of choice or guide
you through the first two years of a bachelor’s degree.
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EducationIgnite young minds and pursue a fulfilling career in teaching through the Education
Area of Study. This pathway prepares you to teach in early childhood, elementary,
and secondary school settings. Choose from options depending on the age group and
subjects you wish to teach.
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ExploratoryThe Exploratory Area of Study serves students who are either undecided with their
choice of major or career goal. This Area of Study will assist you with your consideration
and ultimate declaration of a major and degree or certificate based on your interests,
goals, and academic skills. You will work closely with faculty and staff to explore
potential majors and careers in your first two quarters on campus.
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HealthcareThe Healthcare Area of Study holds many opportunities for students with a wide set
of interests and backgrounds, but with the common thread of providing excellent service
to patients and making a difference in other people's lives.
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Science, Engineering, & MathJoin students with a passion for exploration, research, and innovation. Study genes
in a lab, manage electrical systems, analyze water quality, design engines, roads
or bridges, or explore volcanoes. Courses in this Area of Study will be relevant to
your interests, goals, and desired degree to help you graduate and change the world.
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Social Science & Human ServicesExplore how people think, feel and interact — individually and within and across society
(how we got to where we are) — in the Social Science & Human Services area of study.
Choose from an array of people-focused careers, including public service, economics,
counseling, social welfare, law enforcement, government and homeland security.
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Technology, Trades, & ManufacturingWork with leading-edge technology, tools and equipment to solve problems and get creative
across several growing trades. Diesel technician, application developer, or welder—set
a target on your career via the Technology, Trades, & Manufacturing area of study to advance your industry value and
reach your career goals quickly.
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