Educational Degree Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences

Associate in Arts Degree

The Associate in Arts (AA) degree is the newest degree offering at Saint Paul College. The AA degree is awarded for successful completion of a program of 64 semester credits in liberal arts and sciences and is designed to constitute the first two years of a baccalaureate degree. The AA is a liberal arts degree intended primarily for students who plan to transfer to another college or university to complete a bachelor's degree. No specific major is listed in conjunction with the degree; however, students may choose to concentrate in a particular field of study in preparation for a planned major or professional emphasis at a four-year college or university. An AA degree must include the entire Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (40 semester credits), which, pursuant to Minnesota statute, must transfer to any institution in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system or the University of Minnesota. Students are to develop an educational plan in consultation with a Saint Paul College Transfer Specialist to assure that degree requirements are fulfilled since requirements may vary depending upon the major and transfer college.

Program Outcomes

• Knowledge of the important concepts and principles of the natural sciences, mathematics, history, social and behavioral sciences, arts, and humanities.



• Skills necessary for life roles, including skills in thinking, communication and methods of inquiry and applications of knowledge.



• Critical examination of and an appreciation for diverse people, cultures and life roles.

General Requirements

• At least 64 earned college-level credits (40 MnTC credits and 24 additional MnTC and/or pre-major elective credits)



• A grade of "C" or better in ENGL 1711



• Cumulative GPA of 2.0



• Meet Saint Paul College residency requirement of 20 credits. This requirement shall be reduced to 12 credits for students transferring with at least 12 college-level credits from another Minnesota State Colleges and Universities institution or the University of Minnesota.

Total Credits Required for the AA Degree

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) 40 credits

Additional MnTC and/or pre-major elective courses 24 credits

Total Requirements 64 credits

MnTC Distribution Requirements for the AA Degree

The minimum Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) distribution requirements for the AA degree are listed below. (Refer to the MnTC Course List)

MnTC Goal 1: Communication		9 credits
ENGL 1711	Composition 1	4 credits
ENGL 1712	Composition 2	2 credits
Select one of the following:
SPCH 1700	Introduction to Speech Communications	3 credits
SPCH 1710	Fundamentals of Public Speaking	3 credits
SPCH 1720	Interpersonal Communication	3 credits
SPCH 1730	Intercultural Communication	3 credits
SPCH 1750	Small Group Communication	3 credits
MnTC Goal 2: Critical Thinking
Fulfilled when 10 goal areas (40 credits) are completed.
MnTC Goal 3: Natural Sciences		7 credits
Minimum of two courses from two different disciplines, one of which must be a lab course.
MnTC Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning		3 credits
Minimum of one course.
(Courses must be numbered between 1700-1799 or 2700-2799)
MnTC Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences		9 credits
Minimum of three courses from three different disciplines.
MnTC Goal 6: Humanities and Fine Arts		9 credits
Minimum of three courses from three different disciplines.
MnTC Goal 7: Human Diversity
One eligible course.
MnTC Goal 8: Global Perspective
One eligible course.
MnTC Goal 9: Ethic and Civil Responsibility
One eligible course.
MnTC Goal 10: People and the Environment
One eligible course.

Note: Refer to the MnTC Course List. Some courses may be applied to more than one goal area. If you meet the MnTC goal requirements with fewer than 40 semester credits, select additional MnTC courses to complete the minimum requirement of 40 semester credits.

Associate in Science Degree

The Associate in Science (AS) degree is awarded for successful completion of a program of 60-64 semester credits in a designated field or area which transfers to a baccalaureate major in a related scientific or technical field. The AS degree provides a balance of liberal arts education and career-oriented classes. The AS degree prepares students for direct employment; however, articulation agreements must exist between the institution awarding the Associate in Science degree and an institution awarding a related baccalaureate degree. An Associate in Science degree shall include a minimum of 30 semester credits in general education as described in the MnTC distribution requirements for the AS degree.

Transfer Note: While the AS degree has more limited transferability than the AA degree, specific transfer articulation agreements exist with designated four-year colleges and universities for each AS degree. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses within the AS degree transfer to institutions in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and other colleges. Please see a Transfer Specialist and refer to the Transfer Articulation Agreements Table for specific information.

AS Degree Programs

Business Management

Child Development Careers

Computer Network Engineering Specialist

Computer Programming Specialist

Geomatics (Land Surveying) and Mapping Sciences

Human Resource Specialist

Management Information Systems

General Requirements for the AS degree:

• 60-64 earned college-level credits (a minimum of 30 credits from MnTC courses)

• Cumulative GPA of 2.0

• Meet Saint Paul College residency requirement: 20 credits. The requirement shall be reduced to 12 credits for students transferring with at least 12 college-level credits from another Minnesota State Colleges and Universities institution and the University of Minnesota. For specific course requirements, see the individual program descriptions, located in Enrollment Services or speak with the faculty advisor.

MnTC Distribution Requirements for the AS Degree

The minimum Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) distribution requirements for the AS degree are listed below. Credit and course requirements are specific for each program. Refer to the curriculum requirements listed in the Programs of Study for each AS degree program.

Note: Specific course recommendations or requirements for some AS degree programs may apply.

AS Degree General Education - 30 Credits Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and any SPCH course from Goal 1 (7 credits)
Requirements*		Cr
Goal 1:	Communication	7
	ENGL 1711 Composition 1 - 4cr
	SPCH XXXX - 3cr
Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 3 or Goal 4		3
Goal 3:	Natural Sciences
Goal 4:	Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
Select a minimum of 4 credits from Goal 5		4
Goal 5:	History, Social Science, & Behavioral Sciences
Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6		3
Goal 6:	Humanities and Fine Arts
Select a minimum of 13 additional credits from Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum		13
	Students must select courses from at least six (6) Goal Areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.
* Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options.

Associate in Applied Science Degree

The Associate in Applied Science degree (AAS) is awarded for successful completion of a program of 60-72 semester credits and is intended for students who desire immediate employment upon graduation. At Saint Paul College, the AAS program shall include a minimum of 20 semester credits of liberal arts and sciences courses as described in the MnTC distribution requirements for the AAS degree.

Transfer Note: The AAS degree is not intended to
transfer to an upper-division college; however, some
articulation agreements exist with designated four-year
colleges and universities for several of the AAS degree
programs. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses
within the AAS degree transfer to institutions in the
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and
other colleges. Please see a Transfer Specialist for specific
information and refer to the Transfer Articulation Agreements Table.

AAS Programs

Accountant

Administrative Assistant

Auto Body Repair

Automotive Service Technician

Chemical Laboratory Technician

Child Development Careers (with ASL - NEW!)

Computer Network Engineering

Computer Programmer

Cosmetology

Culinary Arts

Electronic Nanotechnology

Electronic Technology

Energy Process Technology

Engineering Technology

Esthetician

Health Information Technology

Hospitality Management

Human Resource Specialist

International Trade Specialist

Medical Office Professional

Medical Laboratory Technician

Personal Trainer NEW!

Practical Nursing

Respiratory Therapist/Respiratory Care Practitioner

Sign Language Interpreter/Transliterator

Visualization Technology

General Requirements for the AAS Degree:

• 60-72 earned college-level credits (a minimum of 20 credits from MnTC courses)

• Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher

• Meet Saint Paul College residency requirement of 20 credits. The requirement shall be reduced to 12 credits for students transferring with at least 12 college-level credits from another Minnesota State Colleges and Universities institution and the University of Minnesota. For specific course requirements, see the individual program descriptions, the Office of Enrollment Services staff or the faculty advisor.

MnTC Distribution Requirements for the AAS Degree

The minimum Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) distribution requirements for the AAS degree are listed below. Credit and course requirements are specific for each program. Refer to the curriculum requirements listed in the Programs of Study section for each AAS degree program.

AAS Degree General Education - 20 Credits Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and either SPCH 1700, 1710, 1720, 1730 or 1750 from Goal 1 (7 credits)
Requirements*		Cr
Goal 1:	Communication	7
	ENGL 1711 Composition 1 - 4cr
	SPCH 1700 Introduction to Speech Communication - 3cr
	OR SPCH 1710 Fundamentals of Public Speaking - 3cr
	OR SPCH 1720 Interpersonal Communication - 3cr
	OR SPCH 1730 Intercultural Communication - 3cr
	OR SPCH 1750 Small Group Communication - 3cr
Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 3 or Goal 4		3
Goal 3:	Natural Sciences
Goal 4:	Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 5		3
Goal 5:	History, Social Science, & Behavioral Sciences
Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6		3
Goal 6:	Humanities and Fine Arts
Select a minimum of 4 additional credits from Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum		4
* Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options.

Diploma Programs

Diplomas are awarded for successful completion of 30-72 semester college-level credits and are intended for students who desire entry-level employment skills or career advancement. Students in diploma programs are required to complete technical courses as well as general education courses.

Certificate Programs

Certificates are awarded for successful completion of 9-30 semester college-level credits. Certificates are awarded for successful completion of a program intended to provide students with entry-level employment skills or to enhance a student's technical skills.

Internships

Some major program areas require an internship. For other areas, an internship is optional. When students are ready to complete this phase of their training, they should consult with their faculty advisor to set up and coordinate the internship.

While completing the internship, the student remains registered at Saint Paul College. Students are not excused from tuition payment and must continue to meet course requirements for all courses in which they are enrolled.

Saint Paul Joint Apprenticeship

Saint Paul College has worked with the building trades for many years. In cooperation with Advisory and Joint Apprenticeship committees, Saint Paul College works to give trade apprentices the most up-to-date education and training available in the United States.

Most applicants are accepted into an apprenticeship program by either a) working in the occupation, b) being referred by an employer, or c) having completed a pre-apprenticeship training program. To enroll in one of the trade programs, please contact the Office of Enrollment Services for the next available opening date and application. Entrance exams and in some cases interviews, are required.

To enroll in a program without a program completion requirement, students must contact that apprenticeship coordinator. Students may obtain their name or number by calling the Trade Division, 651.846.1320.

Saint Paul Joint Apprenticeship Committees

(Includes both day and evening programs)

• Floorcoverers



• Ironworkers



• Pipefitters



• Plasterers



• Plumbers