Apr 01, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog

Skilled Trades AAS

Location(s): Greenbrier Valley Campus, Mercer County Campus, Nicholas County Campus, Raleigh County Campus, Advanced Technology Center


The Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Nontraditional Degree (STAND) programs purpose is to provide those individuals who participate in a registered apprenticeship and work in a recognized skilled trade to earn a college degree through a combination of coursework, On the job training (OJT), and participation in a Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Training programs. Designed specifically for those enrolled in  or who have completed registered apprenticeship programs STAND bridges the gap between vocational training and academic credentials. 

Required Courses


Component I: General Education


Component I Total Hours 15


Component II: Technical Core/Occupational Safety


Registered Apprenticeship Training Program 33-40 Credit Hours

450-750 Classroom/Laboratory Contact hours of Occupational Education converted to credit hours at usual ratio of 15:1 (classroom) or 30:1 (laboratory) Subtotal 40 hours maximum

Component III: On-the-Job-Training


5-12 Credit Hours

Maximum of 2,400 contact hours of on-the-job training, converted to credit hours on a ratio of 200:1, can be counted toward the A.A.S. degree. A statement of the total number of contact hours experienced on the job by the student may be placed on the college record. This credit will be recorded immediately prior to graduation from the college.  Subtotal 12 hours maximum

 

 

Program Total 60 Credit Hours