Online Programs and Certificates
To provide students with access to a dynamic, high-quality and comprehensive education that advances their success in an engaging, student-centered online learning environment, Crafton Hills College offers 100% online degree programs and certificates and blended online and face-to-face programs and certificates.
What are Asynchronous vs. Synchronous Classes?
Asynchronous Learning
- Students learn at different times throughout the week
- Instructors provide materials (videos, assignments, activities, links, group work)
- Feedback is provided to the student through collaborative tools and email
- Communication is not live
- Flexible and allows students to work at their own pace
- Due dates and time frames are important
Examples:
Pre-recorded videos, weekly modules with assignments and quizzes, and discussion boards
in Canvas
Synchronous Learning
- Students learn at the same time, often at a scheduled class time online via Zoom
- Requires students and teachers to be online at a specific time with direct interaction
- Allows for instant feedback and clarification
- Checking in, Q & A, discussions and presentations occur at specific times in an online setting
Examples:
Live Zoom Video class meetings and teacher paced lessons
Academic Program Award Types
- Associates Degree
Students who successfully complete the requirements for graduation, including all locally approved major prep work, general education requirements, and a minimum of 60 units of degree applicable work, may be awarded either an Associate of Arts (AA) or an Associate of Science (AS) degree. Generally, STEM and career technical education based majors qualify as AS degrees, whereas all other areas are classified as AA degrees. Refer to the individual program pages for each degree’s classification.
- Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or an Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T)
Students who successfully complete the requirements for graduation, including all approved transfer model curriculum requirements with a “C” grade or higher, general education and transfer requirements associated with an approved transfer pattern, and a minimum of 60 units of CSU transferable work with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA, may be awarded either an Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or an Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree. STEM and career technical education based majors are classified as AS-Ts, whereas all other areas are classified as AA-Ts. Refer to the individual program pages for each degree’s classification.
- Locally-Approved Certificate
Students who successfully complete the requirements set by locally approved, low unit programs may be issued a certificate denoting their completion. Certificate programs do not require the completion of a general education pattern. These programs are not approved to appear as awards on official college transcripts, and paper certificates that are awarded may not be available for reproduction if lost or damaged. Please contact the department of Career Technical Education for additional details.
- Certificate of Achievement
Students who successfully complete the requirements of selected programs approved by the California Community Colleges’ Chancellor’s Office, may receive a Certificates of Achievement that will appear on their official college transcript. Certificate of Achievement programs do not require the completion of a general education pattern.
The program maps listed below are visual semester by semester roadmaps representing
a combination of major and general education coursework as well as faculty recommended
courses and sequencing that may enhance your college and learning experience in relation
to your career/major. Each program map represents one possible pathway for degree
and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan. Requirements for transfer to another College/University may differ from associate
degree requirements. Consult with a Counselor!
Select General Program Information found under your desired program to access the Departments webpage for further details and to explore careers and opportunities.
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Accounting (AA) -
Anthropology (AA, AA-T) -
Business Administration (AS) -
Business Administration 2.0 (AS-T) IGETC -
Business Management (Cert) -
Economics (AA-T IGETC) -
Fire Technology (AS) -
History (AA, AA-T) -
Humanities (Multidisciplinary AA) -
Library Support Staff (Cert) -
Philosophy (AA, AA-T) -
Psychology (AA, AA-T) -
Religious Studies (AA) -
Respiratory Care (BS) -
Sociology (AA, AA-T) -
Social Science (Multidisciplinary AA)