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Complete your major preparation and general education requirements at Sierra College and be well on your way to earning a more advanced degree. An Associate in Science Transfer Degree (AS-T) guarantees you admission with junior standing at participating* four-year colleges. Transfer Degrees require 60 units, which include general education units, units in a major or interest area, and electives. If earning an AS-T, it also requires a one-unit science lab.. *Participating four-year colleges include California State University (CSU), Historically Black Colleges and Universities, fully online and out-of-state universities, and independent colleges and universities in California.

Associate of Arts (AA) or an Associate of Science (AS) degree provides you with a strong educational foundation before you enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year college. Earn the AS degree if you are interested in a career in science, math, engineering and technology. Both an AA and AS requires 60 units, including general education units and units in a major. If earning an AS, it requires a one-unit science lab.

Earning a Certificate of Achievement gives you the knowledge and technical training needed for a specialized career. This can be a good option if you are exploring new careers, seeking professional advancement or upgrading credentials. Certificates of Achievement require a minimum of 16 units.

Earning a Skills Certificate allows you to develop career and technical skills in a short amount of time. Learn new skills in preparation to enter a new field or upgrade skills to advance in your existing job. Skills Certificates require fewer than 16 units.

Earning a Noncredit Certificate can provide foundational skills and a smooth transition to credit programs and employment. Noncredit courses can be repeated. Students do not receive grades and are tuition-free.

Complete your major preparation and general education requirements at Sierra College and be well on your way to earning a more advanced degree. An Associate in Arts Transfer Degree (AA-T) guarantees you admission with junior standing at participating* four-year colleges. Transfer Degrees require 60 units, which include general education units, units in a major or interest area, and electives. If earning an AS-T, it also requires a one-unit science lab.. *Participating four-year colleges include California State University (CSU), Historically Black Colleges and Universities, fully online and out-of-state universities, and independent colleges and universities in California.