Individualized Studies Associate of Science Degree
Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Individualized Studies program is a flexible program that provides the opportunity for students to design a set of classes that meets their specific needs. Students work with their Counselor to develop an academic plan that meets specific occupational or educational goals. Individualized Studies allows students to create their own academic plan to fulfill their unique goals.
This program has a transfer agreement with Metropolitan State University and their Individualized Studies BA and BAS programs. Students can design their award with the goal of transferring to other institutions and programs with the consultation of their HTC Counselor.
Award Outcomes
Articulate purpose and goal of individualized plan of study
Develop job search or degree transfer strategies to effectively market their education and skills
Demonstrate effective communication, technology, and critical thinking skills
Career Opportunities
https://apps.deed.state.mn.us/lmi/ces/
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Program Requirements
Technical Studies Required 2 Credits
| CCDS1500 | Individualized Studies Degree Planning | 2 |
General Education Required 30 Credits
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 1 | 3 |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
| Remainder of credits from three additional MnTC Goal Areas | |
Technical Studies Elective 18 Credits
Any Technical courses may be used as an elective.
Technical Studies Elective or General Education Elective 10 Credits
Total Associate of Science Degree Credits 60
Semester Sequence
Prerequisite Semester
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Forth Semester