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Associate of Applied Science in Environmental Management and Recreational Ecology Degree

Associate of Applied Science

Southwest Virginia Community College

This program is designed to prepare students for positions in environmental management.

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree	A few of the career opportunities available for those wishing to complete the AAS degree in Environmental Management are listed here: Environmental Technician, Geotechnician, Reclamation Technician, Soil Conservation Specialist, Conservation Technician, Lab Assistant/Technician, Forest Technician, Forester, Environmental Manager, Environmental Scientist, Geologist, Geotechnical Engineer, Hydrologist, Soil Scientist, Earth Scientist
Program Requirement Notes	Program Requirement Notes Concern for environmental protection and awareness is a rapidly increasing field in the United States and abroad. Training in environmental management is in demand due to rising population and associated environmental impacts. As public concern for the environment increases, training must be provided so that state and federal agencies and private industry will have the personnel to meet the public’s demand. The Associate of Applied Science in Environmental Management is designed to prepare persons for either full-time employment in the field or for continued studies at appropriate four year institutions. In addition, future specializations will allow students to tailor the curriculum towards a general, more applied background in environmental technology which includes, but is not limited to, such classes as geology, hydrology, conservation, soil science, and forestry. Students wishing to major in Environmental Management with an intent to complement their studies at one of the four year institutions that accept AAS degrees will follow a more rigorously oriented program designed to meet the needs of professional positions in high demand. A few of the career opportunities available for those wishing to complete the AAS degree in Environmental Management are listed below.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Course work should be completed in the order it appears in the catalog. Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Southwest Virginia Community College within your first year
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses	The Associate of Applied Science in Environmental Management is designed to prepare persons for either full-time employment in the field or for continued studies at appropriate four year institutions.
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Program Successes & Highlights	Can be completed in four semesters.

Program Credit Requirements

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	No
Credit for Prior Learning
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Southwest Virginia Community College

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Number of Transfer Students

747

Percent of Accepted Transfer Students

100%, AV GPA 3.07

College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Annual HC 3145, Transfer in per semester 97, Av Class size 12, Limited Foundation Owned Housing
Transfer Student Catalog Year	Fall , Spring, Summer is a catalog year
First Year Student Catalog Year	Fall , Spring, Summer is a catalog year
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Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Mountain Empire Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Environmental Science	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Forest Science	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Environmental Science - Water/Wastewater Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Science in Science Degree Integrated Environmental Studies Major	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
17-3029.00	Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other	All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
19-4043.00	Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians	Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in laboratory, exploration, and production activities to obtain data indicating resources such as metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum. Analyze mud and drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics of wells or bore holes.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
17-3029.01	Non-Destructive Testing Specialists	Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3029.08	Photonics Technicians	Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
47-5013.00	Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas	Operate equipment to increase oil flow from producing wells or to remove stuck pipe, casing, tools, or other obstructions from drilling wells. Includes fishing-tool technicians.	Construction and Extraction Occupations
19-1031.00	Conservation Scientists	Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-4071.00	Forest and Conservation Technicians	Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-1032.00	Foresters	Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
25-1043.00	Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary	Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.	Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
19-1031.03	Park Naturalists	Plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of national, state, or local park.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-1031.02	Range Managers	Research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 69 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science in Environmental Management and Recreational Ecology Degree at Southwest Virginia Community College These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category		Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition		$175	Per Credit	$12,075	$0	$12,075	168.30 tuition per credit and 6.75 comprehensive fee per credit

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.