Education Compass Directory of Colleges, Schools & Universities
Associate Degree Programs
You might want to enter a profession with better earning and advancement potential than having a diploma can offer. Having an associate degree gives you the chance to gain entry-level employment in professions that are in high demand in less time than a bachelor’s degree requires.
Most associate degrees can be earned in two years or less if studying full time. But depending on the program requirements, and your other personal commitments, it may take longer. Schools that offer associate degrees are generally in convenient locations, have lower tuition costs and provide the opportunity to study part time or in the evenings. And some associate degrees are designed to let you transfer to a four-year college or university later on to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
The schools listed here are ready to give you all the information you need—quickly and easily—to take the next step.
Remington College - Online Programs
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Kaplan College
You need a career that does more than pay the bills. You want a career that is satisfying and exciting - a career with a real future. Kaplan College can help you achieve such a career by offering quality education in a supportive setting. It is committed to helping you succeed academically, vocationally, and personally. Programs are set up with you - the busy adult learner - in mind, with both day and evening classes available. Your rewarding career begins at Kaplan College.
Locations
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Bakersfield, California
- Chula Vista, California
- Fresno, California
- Modesto, California
- North County (Vista), California
- Palm Springs, California
- Panorama City (San Fernando Valley), California
- Riverside, California
- Sacramento, California
- San Diego, California
- Stockton, California
- Denver, Colorado
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Hammond, Indiana
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Merrillville, Indiana
- Southeast Indianapolis, Indiana
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Columbus, Ohio
- Dayton, Ohio
- Arlington, Texas
- Beaumont, Texas
- Brownsville, Texas
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- Dallas, Texas
- El Paso, Texas
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Laredo, Texas
- Lubbock, Texas
- McAllen, Texas
- Midland, Texas
- San Antonio (Ingram), Texas
- San Antonio (San Pedro), Texas
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Programs
- Commercial Photography
- Computer Networking Technology
- Criminal Justice
- Engineering Drafting with CAD
- General Applied Photography
- Health Information Technology
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Office Administration
- Medical Practice Management
- Nursing
- Paralegal Studies
- Photographic Technology
- Portrait Photography
- Respiratory Care
- Respiratory Therapy
- Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
- Veterinary Technology
Kaplan Career Institute
At Kaplan Career Institute, you focus on real-world training. You are given the opportunity to acquire the technical skills and knowledge that relates directly to your chosen career field. Kaplan closely monitors the job market in an effort to design programs based on demands and long-term trends. At Kaplan, receiving an education is not just about getting a job. It is about securing a lifelong career; a career that you can enjoy and fulfills you both personally and financially. Come to Kaplan and start to prepare for a brighter future today!
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Programs
- Accounting Management
- Business Administration
- Business Administration: Fashion Merchandising
- Business Administration: Management
- Computer Management
- Computer Networking Technology
- Criminal Justice
- Criminal Justice: Cybercrime
- Digital Arts
- Medical Practice Management
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Paralegal Studies
Berkeley College
Berkeley College offers superior value in higher education with programs that balance traditional academic preparation with professional training and hands-on experience. These programs are designed to deliver the knowledge and skills employers are looking for and include workplace experience in the area of the student's interest. The programs are flexible, yet concentrated, supplying an essential foundation for moving to a higher level in a current job or for launching a successful new career. Find out more today!
Locations
- Woodland Park, New Jersey
- New York City, New York
- New York City - Lower Manhattan, New York
- Westchester, New York
Programs
- Business Administration - Accounting
- Business Administration - Information Systems Management
- Business Administration - Management
- Business Administration - Marketing
- Fashion Marketing & Management
- Financial Services
- Health Services Administration
- Health Services Administration - Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
- Interior Design
- International Business
- Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
- Paralegal Studies
Brown Mackie College
Locations
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Tucson, Arizona
- Miami, Florida
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Boise, Idaho
- Quad Cities (Moline), Illinois
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Merrillville, Indiana
- Michigan City, Indiana
- South Bend, Indiana
- Kansas City, Kansas
- Salina, Kansas
- Hopkinsville, Kentucky
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Northern Kentucky (Ft. Mitchell), Kentucky
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Akron, Ohio
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Findlay, Ohio
- North Canton, Ohio
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Greenville, South Carolina
- San Antonio, Texas
Programs
- Accounting Technology
- Administration in Gerontology
- Architectural Design and Drafting Technology
- Audio/Video Production
- Biomedical Equipment Technology
- Business Management
- Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology
- Computer Networking and Applications
- Computer Networking and Security
- Computer Programming and Applications
- Computer Software Technology
- Criminal Justice
- Database Technology
- Dietetics Technology
- Early Childhood Education
- Electronics
- Graphic Design
- Health and Fitness Training
- Health and Therapeutic Massage
- Health Care Administration
- Information Technology
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Office Management
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Office Management
- Paralegal
- Pharmacy Technology
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Surgical Technology
- Veterinary Technology
Online Learning at Virginia College
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CHI Institute
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Texas School of Business
Enroll in the Texas School of Business and prepare to jumpstart your career. To help ensure students have the skill sets employers are looking for, the school is in constant communication with local professionals. The skills and training needed to be competitive in today's job market are continually evaluated. You can get the training and communication skills you need to succeed in your career; choose the Texas School of Business!
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Westwood College
Locations
- Online
- Anaheim, California
- Inland Empire, California
- Long Beach, California
- Los Angeles, California
- Denver North, Colorado
- Denver South, Colorado
- Atlanta Midtown, Georgia
- Atlanta Northlake, Georgia
- Chicago DuPage, Illinois
- Chicago Loop, Illinois
- Chicago O'Hare, Illinois
- Chicago River Oaks, Illinois
- Annandale, Virginia
- Arlington (Ballston), Virginia
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Hesser College
Hundreds of students just like you have put the Hesser advantage to work for them. Hesser can offer you flexibility you may not find at other colleges. From your very first semester, you can take the opportunity to participate in career courses that can give you real-world, career-oriented skills needed to begin a rewarding career. At Hesser College, programs are designed with your future in mind. Every classroom and field experience helps provide the real-world skills and hands-on training you need, helping to bring you a step closer to your new career every day. Stop working for a living; start working toward your career!
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- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Communications
- Criminal Justice
- Early Childhood Education
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Liberal Studies
- Medical Assistant
- Paralegal
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Psychology
- Radio/Video Production and Broadcasting
The Los Angeles Film School
If you want to join the thrilling entertainment industry, The Los Angeles Film School is the right choice for your career training. You can learn industry-current film, animation, or video game techniques from industry professionals whose credentials include working on films such as The Matrix, Fight Club, Back to the Future, Jerry Maguire, and Batman. Request information to learn more today!
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Remington College
Locations
- Mobile, Alabama
- Little Rock, Arkansas
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Tampa, Florida
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Lafayette, Louisiana
- Shreveport, Louisiana
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Cleveland (West), Ohio
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Dallas, Texas
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Houston, Texas
- Houston (North), Texas
- Houston (Southeast),Texas
Programs
- Business Administration
- Business Office Management
- Clinical Medical Assisting
- Computer and Network Administration
- Criminal Justice
- Culinary Arts
- Dental Hygiene
- Digital Graphic Arts
- Electronics and Computer Technology
- International Business
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Process Control Engineering Technology
Bryan College
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Programs
- Advanced Health and Fitness Training
- Advanced Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
- Court Reporting
- Health Information Management and Coding
Virginia College
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- Birmingham, Alabama
- Huntsville, Alabama
- Mobile, Alabama
- Montgomery, Alabama
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Pensacola, Florida
- Augusta, Georgia
- Macon, Georgia
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Biloxi, Mississippi
- Jackson, Mississippi
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Austin, Texas
Programs
- Accounting Specialist
- Administrative Office Management
- Business Administration
- Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
- Criminal Justice
- Health Sciences - Practical Nursing Concentration
- Healthcare Reimbursement
- Human Resource Management
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Office Administration
- Medical Office Management
- Network Engineering
- Nursing
- Orthopaedic Technology
- Paralegal Studies
- Pharmacy Technician
- Respiratory Therapy
- Salon Management
- Surgical Technology
- Therapeutic Massage
San Joaquin Valley College
San Joaquin Valley College can prepare you for an exciting and successful future. With a balance of hands-on training and classroom instruction, you can receive an education that equals success! SJVC is committed to responding to both your needs and employers' needs to ensure that your skills are relevant, focused, and match the demands of the marketplace. No matter what you choose, at SJVC you can learn the skills that will get you to work fast. Explore the options available today!
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Programs
- Administrative Health Care Management
- Aircraft Mechanic
- Business Administration
- Clinical and Administrative Medical Assisting
- Clinical Medical Assisting
- Computer Support Technology
- Construction Management
- Criminal Justice - Corrections
- Dental Assisting
- Emergency Services and Safety Management
- Health Care Administration
- Health Care Insurance Specialist
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
- Human Resource Administration
- Pharmacy Technology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Surgical Technology
- Therapeutic Massage
- Veterinary Technology
Everest College
Locations
- Ontario Metro, California
- Reseda, California
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Denver North (Thornton), Colorado
- Denver South (Aurora), Colorado
- Springfield, Missouri
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Henderson, Nevada
- Portland, Oregon
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Chesapeake, Virginia
- Newport News, Virginia
- Tacoma, Washington
- Vancouver, Washington
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Concorde Career College
Locations
- Garden Grove, California
- North Hollywood, California
- San Bernardino, California
- San Diego, California
- Aurora, Colorado
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Miramar, Florida
- Orlando, Florida
- Tampa, Florida
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Portland, Oregon
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Arlington, Texas
- Dallas, Texas
- San Antonio, Texas
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Keiser Career College
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Programs
- Computer Networking with Emerging Technologies
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Emergency Medical Services
- Massage Therapy
Florida Career College
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Redstone College
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Florida College of Natural Health
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- Ft. Lauderdale (Pompano Beach), Florida
- Miami, Florida
- Orlando (Maitland), Florida
- Sarasota (Bradenton), Florida
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Pioneer Pacific College
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Programs
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Computer Networking and Technology
- Criminal Justice
- Healthcare Administration
Health Career Institute
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Carrington College California
Carrington College California provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to start a successful career in today's top fields. Carrington College California's aim is to provide the highest quality education and training to prepare graduates for entry-level careers in their respective fields. Carrington College California keeps up-to-date with industry needs, and periodically revises its curriculum to ensure graduates will continue to be in-demand. Explore their program options today!
Locations
- Antioch, California
- Citrus Heights, California
- Emeryville, California
- Pleasant Hill, California
- Pomona, California
Programs
- Architectural and Design Drafting
- Criminal Justice
- Dental Assisting
- Dental Hygiene
- Graphic Design
- Health Care Administration
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Pharmacy Technology
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Registered Nursing
- Respiratory Therapy
- Surgical Technology
- Veterinary Technology
- Vocational Nursing
Carrington College
Carrington College offers students an educational experience that provides the opportunity to gain the attributes and skills necessary for career success. An education at Carrington College includes hands-on training, so that students can graduate with real-life job training. Carrington College prides itself on innovative and integrated programming, while the campus atmosphere and the institute's educational philosophy enable each student to acquire knowledge, gain technical competency and experience personal growth.
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Programs
- Dental Assisting
- Dental Hygiene
- Health Care Administration
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Billing
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Medical Office Management
- Medical Radiography
- Pharmacy Technology
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Registered Nursing
- Respiratory Care
