MAJOR: A major is defined as a subject area of specialization consisting of selected courses within one of the degree or certificate pathways.
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 60 |
| Liberal Arts/General Studies | 60 |
| Music | 60 |
| Theatre | 60 |
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences | 60 |
| Athletic Training | 60 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | 60 |
| Business Administration | 60 |
| Computer Science/Computer Information Systems | 60 |
| Criminal Justice | 60 |
| Engineering | 60 |
| General Studies | 60 |
| Kinesiology | 60 |
| Mathematics | 60 |
| Nursing University Transfer | 60 |
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| 8-12 Certification; EC-12 Other than Special Education | 60 |
| 4-8 Certification; EC-12 Special Education Certification | 60 |
| EC-6 Certification | 60 |
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Accounting Associate Degree | 60 |
| Accounting Certificate | 30 |
| Accounting Office Support Certificate | 36 |
| Accounting Occupational Skills Award | 9 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate Degree | 60 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Level 1 | 24 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Technician Certificate | 42 |
| Basic Manufacturing Technician Certificate | 19 |
| Mechatronics Technician Certificate | 15 |
| Business and Management Associate Degree | 60 |
| Business and Management - Marketing Occupational Skills Award | 9 |
| Business Foundation Certificate | 15 |
| Business - General Management Certificate | 45 |
| General Banking Level I Certificate | 21 |
| Bank Operations Level II Certificate | 39 |
| Bookkeeping Certificate | 15 |
| Child Development Associate Degree | 60 |
| Child Development Certificate | 30 |
| Child Development Child Care Administrator Certificate | 27 |
| Child Development Occupational Skills Award | 9 |
| Child Development Associate Training Occupational Skills Award | 9 |
| Collision Repair Technology Associate Degree | 60 |
| Basic Collision Helper Certificate | 16 |
| Basic Apprentice Certificate | 33-39 |
| Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology (CADD) Associate Degree | 60 |
| Computer Aided Drafting Technician Certificate | 24 |
| Drafting Assistant Certificate | 17 |
| Computer Maintenance and Networking Technology Associate Degree | 60 |
| Computer Network Administrator Certificate | 30 |
| Computer Support Technician Certificate | 18 |
| Information Technology Core Curriculum Certificate | 18 |
| Police Academy Certificate | 21 |
| Culinary Arts Associate Degree | 60 |
| Basic Culinary Arts Chef Training Certificate | 25 |
| Culinary Arts Certificate | 39 |
| Cyber Security Administration Associate Degree | 60 |
| Cyber Security Technician Certificate | 36 |
| Dental Assisting Associate Degree | 60 |
| Dental Assisting Certificate | 41 |
| Distillation Sciences Associate Degree | 60 |
| Distillation Science Certificate | 18 |
| Cider and Brandy Production Occupational Skills Award | 9 |
| Early Childhood Education Degree | 60 |
| Electrical Engineering Technology | 60 |
| Electrical Engineering Technology Electrical Certificate | 23 |
| Electrical Engineering Technology Automation Certificate | 23 |
| Electrical Technology Associate Degree | 60 |
| Commercial Electrical Technology Certificate | 42 |
| Residential Electrical Technology Certificate | 25 |
| Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic Associate Degree | 60 |
| Paramedic Certificate | 38 |
| Emergency Medical Technician Basic Occupational Skills Award | 12 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Associate Degree | 60 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Apprenticeship | 19 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certificate | 35 |
| Hospitality Management Associate Degree | 60 |
| Hospitality Management Certificate | 37 |
| Medical Laboratory Technician Associate Degree | 60 |
| Nursing Associate Degree | 60 |
| Licensed Vocational Nursing to Registered Nursing Entry Associate Degree | 60 |
| Vocational Nursing Certificate | 42 |
| Office and Computer Technology Associate Degree | 60 |
| Administrative Assistant Certificate | 42 |
| Applications Software Specialist Certificate | 30 |
| Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate | 42 |
| Medical Coding and Billing Certificate | 21 |
| Office and Computer Technology Occupational Skills Award | 9 |
| Radiologic Technology Associate Degree | 64 |
| Viticulture and Enology | 60 |
| Enology Certificate | 17 |
| Viticulture Certificate | 17 |
| Welding Technology | 60 |
| Structural Welder Certificate | 16 |
| Combination Welder Certificate | 36 |
| Combination Welder Small Business Management Certificate | 51 |
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Cosmetology Certificate | 41 |
| Cosmetology Instructor | 25 |
| Cosmetology Nail Technician | 16 |
| Cosmetology Skin Care Specialist - Aesthetician/Esthetician | 22 |
| Cosmetology to Barber Certificate | 16 |
| Small Business Audio Engineering | 30 |
| Audio Engineering Occupational Skills Award | 14 |
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Nursing (RN to BSN Program) | 120 |
| Field |
|---|
| Biology |
| Communication |
| Civil Engineering |
| Drama: Performance Track |
| Drama General Track |
| Drama: Design/Technical Track |
| Electrical Engineering |
| Mechanical Engineering |
| Music |
| Political Science and Government |
| Psychology |
Preparing for college is a process that should begin by the eighth grade. Although Grayson College does not require specific high school courses for admission into the college, many colleges and universities do include preparatory programs as a condition of admission. Since many of Grayson College’s students transfer to such colleges and universities, completion of the following college preparatory coursework is encouraged.
| Core Curriculum | Credits | College Preparation Courses |
|---|---|---|
| English Language Arts | 4 | English I-IV |
| Mathematics | 4 | Three of the credits must consist of Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. The additional credit may be Mathematical Models with Applications and must be successfully completed prior to Algebra II. |
| Science | 2 | Courses to be selected from state board of education-approved courses, excluding applied and introductory courses. Appropriate courses include: Physical Science, Biology I and II, Chemistry I and II, Physics I and II |
| Social Studies | 4 | United States History (1), United States Government (1/2), World History Studies (1), Economics (1/2) |
| Foreign Language | 3 | Levels I-III proficiency of the same language |
| Health | 1/2 | 1/2 credit minimum |
| Fine Arts | 1/2 | 1/2 credit minimum |
| Physical Education | 1 1/2 | 1 1/2 credits |
| Computer Science | 0-1 | Demonstrated proficiency at Level I |
In addition to the above general requirements, students are encouraged to select a specific course of study. The following chart indicates suggested additional courses to fulfill the requirements for general academic and career technical education at Grayson College. These courses are endorsed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Additionally, Grayson College partners with local high school districts to provide courses in College Preparatory Mathematics and English Language Arts. This provides an opportunity to create seamless pathways for students to enter into college-level coursework in Mathematics and English Language Arts without further remediation. A list of partnering high school districts is available in the Office of the Vice President of Instruction.
| Curriculum | College Preparation Track | College Tech-Prep Track |
|---|---|---|
| English Language Arts | College Board Advanced Placement English Literature and Literature and Composition could be substituted for English IV. | Substitutions for English IV as required for a specific Tech-Prep program (e.g. Research/Technical Writing, Business Communications, Introduction to Speech Communications, Public Speaking). |
| Mathematics | 4 credits. Three of the credits must consist of Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. The additional credit may be Mathematical Models with Applications and must be successfully completed prior to Algebra II. | 4 credits. Three of the credits must consist of Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. The additional credit may be Mathematical Models with Applications and must be successfully completed prior to Algebra II. |
| Science | One additional credit from Physical Science, Biology I and II, Chemistry I and II or Physics I and II. | A minimum of one additional credit may be required for a specific Tech-Prep program. |
| Fine Arts | 1/2 credit minimum | As appropriate. |
| Speciality | N/A | A specified coherent sequence of technology courses required for a specific Tech-Prep program. |
| Electives | 2 1/2 | As appropriate. |
Grayson College acknowledges the changing environments in which students learn and strives to provide enriched educational experiences and opportunities. Internet-based courses, both fully-online and hybrid, offer students an alternative to the traditional classroom by providing convenient ways to earn college credit. Distance Learning students use their personal computers and/or on-campus computer labs for course content, discussions, exams, and communication with instructors and classmates. Students enrolled fully-online may visit the campus for conferences with the instructor, and/or to take exams. Instructors are available for telephone and personal conferences and may also be contacted via email.
Fully Distance Education Courses online - A course which may have mandatory face-to-face sessions totaling no more than 15% of the instructional time. Examples of face-to-face sessions include orientation, laboratory, exam review, or an in-person test.
Hybrid/Blended Course - A course in which a majority (more than 50% but less than 85%) of the planned instruction occurs when the students and instructors are not in the same place.
Both fully-online and hybrid courses offer the same quality and learning experiences and require the same time commitment as traditional, face-to-face courses but with added flexibility. Full college credit is awarded upon successful completion of internet-based courses and credit hours are equivalent to those offered on campus.
Visit the College website for the latest schedule of fully-online and hybrid courses. Fully-online courses will include NT or similar designation in the section number. Hybrid courses will contain HY or similar designation in the section number.
Please note that some fully-online courses require on-campus or proctored testing. Consult the course syllabus for complete details.
To take a fully-online or hybrid course, students will need a computer with Internet access. If applicable, additional hardware and/or software requirements will be listed in the syllabus.
Students will be able to access their online courses the same day classes begin on campus. Instructors are available for telephone and personal conferences and may also be contacted via email.
For help with individual learning plans, course selection, prerequisites, transfer credits, and more, call 903-463-8695. More information on advising can be found on the Advising Website. (https://www.grayson.edu/gettingstarted/advising/index.html)
Grayson College Orientation is required for all first-time-in-college (FTIC), transfer, and former dual credit students prior to registration. The purpose of orientation is to provide a comprehensive overview of available campus services, resources, and opportunities designed to help students succeed. It provides information regarding student support services and helps students become familiar with college lingo, tutoring, college policies/procedures, payment and financial aid options, and advising. Orientation is offered online and can be accessed in MyViking.
After Orientation, students are directed to complete the online MyMajors Career Assessment. The career assessment is a thirty-question assessment to give students insight on potential academic pathways and career options. It is also located in MyViking.
Purchase your materials at the College Bookstore. (https://www.bkstr.com/graysonstore)
Assistance is available in the areas of career guidance, time management, test anxiety, study skills, or personal problems interfering with your academic progress. For an appointment, call 903-463-8695.
Grants, student loans, and/or exemptions, vouchers, and scholarships are available to assist eligible students with college expenses. Call 903.463.8794, email financialaid@grayson.edu, or visit the Financial Aid Webpage. (grayson.edu/FinancialAid/)
For assistance with veteran education benefits and certification, please call 903.415.2615 or email veterans@grayson.edu
Grayson College provides technical assistance related to Canvas, My Viking, username and password issues. To request assistance, submit a ticket at help.grayson.edu or call 903.415.2591.
The Grayson College Library (grayson.edu/library) provides online access to a variety of databases that can be accessed off-campus.
The Grayson College Library hosts several Canvas orientation sessions at the beginning of each semester for students who can come to the campus. For technical assistance, submit a ticket at help.grayson.edu or call 903-415-2591.
Tutors help students prepare for tests, learn new concepts, improve study techniques, and answer questions about assignments. Tutoring services are available online and on-campus. For more information, call 903.463.8751.
Grayson College guarantees that courses taken at the College, selected from an official academic degree plan, will transfer to any selected public-supported college or university in Texas. If a student takes courses accordingly, and he/she is not accepted at the public-supported college or university, Grayson College will offer to the student, from curriculum as shown in the appropriate edition of the College Catalog, alternate courses that are acceptable, without the cost of tuition/fees to the student.
The College will make this guarantee for all new college students who select an official academic degree plan with the Advising Office.
The College will make this guarantee for all presently enrolled students after an authorized Success Coach or instructional Dean reviews an up-to-date transcript and develops an official degree plan.
In the event of a dispute over the transferability of a Grayson College course at a state-supported college or university, the student must notify Grayson College. If the College cannot resolve the dispute with the college or university, then Grayson College will provide the student, within one year from the time of the dispute, alternate and appropriate courses without the cost of tuition/fees.
If an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) graduate or graduate of a certificate program is judged by his/her employer to be lacking in technical job skills identified as exit competencies for his/her specific degree or certificate programs, the graduate will be provided up to 9 tuition/fee-free credit hours of additional skill training by Grayson College under the conditions of the guarantee policy. Special conditions which apply to the guarantee include the following:
Grayson College has implemented wireless hotspot access at many locations including the residence halls. Individuals may access the wireless network by using a wireless device supporting either the 802.11G, N, or AC Standards.
Articulated Technical Credit is an initiative by the college to encourage cooperative efforts between secondary and post-secondary institutions to provide articulated career pathways to employment for students existing from these institutions. An articulated technical career pathway is a six-year plan of courses, beginning with grade nine in the secondary school and continuing through the two-year Associate of Applied Science degree program in the community college. Articulated Credits are designed to prepare a high quality workforce that meets current and future regional labor market demands by ensuring that students exit high school and/or community college with marketable skills and the credentials to pursue higher education.
Grayson College is actively involved in developing and providing Articulated Credits Associate of Applied Science degree programs in cooperation with area independent school districts. Articulated Credits currently implemented include Accounting, Business & Management, Child Development, Culinary Arts, Computer Maintenance, Advanced Manufacturing, Computer Software & Systems Technology, Criminal Justice, Office & Computer Technology, and Welding Technology.
The steps a student should follow to participate in Articulated Credit are:
Criteria for the award of articulated credit through a high school Articulated Credit program:
Articulated Credit must be finalized no later than two years after high school graduation. Contact the Office of Admissions and Records with any questions or to learn more about earning articulated credit.
Academic Instruction is made up of the following departments: Arts and Humanities, Biological and Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, Criminal Justice and Technology. Each Associate’s degree offered in this division contains a 42-hour core in general education. Objectives of the division include developing in students an appreciation of the creative process, the ability to think critically, the ability to communicate effectively, a desire for lifelong learning, and a humanitarian passion for truth and reason.
Courses offered in the division are designed primarily for transfer. Many courses such as art, music, language, philosophy, humanities, theatre, and a variety of workshops serve a dual purpose. They are available for students planning to transfer to a university and are also available to members of the community who wish to broaden their educational experience.
A goal of the College is to assure the transferability of its courses; however, because of the diversity of the population served by the College, a community-based institution, students planning to transfer courses to a university or four-year college should take the responsibility of discussing their plans with a counselor from their university-of-choice and a Success Coach on campus.
The Workforce Instruction Division consists of the following departments: Public Services, Industrial Technologies, and Business and Entrepreneurship. These departments will provide basic instruction and adequate comprehensive pre-employment training for students preparing for positions in the industry that require high degrees of skill and technical knowledge.
Curricula in these departments meet the needs of four groups of students:
The philosophy and purpose of the Health Science Division reflect not only those of the College, but also focus on the specific areas of knowledge required for Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Associate Degree Nursing, Vocational Nursing, Dental Assisting, Medical Laboratory Technology, Emergency Medical Services, Radiologic Technology and Surgical Technology. Through specifically designed curricula, students may be able to write the applicable examinations for registry, licensure or certification required by each health-related occupation. After successful completion of all requirements, graduates are readily employable or eligible to continue on a pathway to an advanced certificate or degree.
The RN to BSN program is aligned with the mission and philosophy of Grayson College. Student success is the focus of the college and the program. The program is designed for the Registered Nurse who already has an Associate Degree and wishes to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The curriculum is designed for the working nurse to allow the nursing courses to be completed in a hybrid format. The degree plan consists of general education courses along with upper-division nursing courses for a total of 120 credit hours.
The Center for Workplace Learning (CWL) (grayson.edu/CWL) represents all continuing education activities at Grayson College. The purpose is to deliver customer-centered, community-connected and quality-driven workplace learning solutions to provide the Texoma region with a globally competitive workforce. The CWL strives to promote partnerships between education, industry, and government to deliver world-class education and training opportunities throughout the Texoma region. Customized training classes for business and industry as well as scheduled continuing education courses are offered year-round through the CWL. Visit the CWL Webpage for more information about the courses and program offered through the Center for Workplace Learning.
Grayson College offers credentials to successful completers in the following CWL workforce training programs as follows:
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Certified Nurse Aid | 104 |
| Mental Health Technician | 48 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 84 |
| Phlebotomy Technician | 96 |
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Clinical Medical Assistant | 320 |
| Patient Care Technician | 296 |
| Programmable Logic Controller | 256 |
| Professional Truck Driving | 200 |
| Degrees | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Industrial Maintenance Technician | 364 |
Visit the Center for Workplace Learning Webpage for more information about the courses and programs offered through the Center for Workplace Learning.
Grayson College is the fiscal agent for an adult education program provided through a partnership with the Texas Workforce Commission. Funded by federal and state grants, these free classes are offered in a variety of locations in the following four counties –Grayson, Fannin, Cooke, and Collin. Both day and evening classes are available for students age eighteen and older. The classes meet throughout the calendar year, including the summer months.
Highly qualified and caring teachers assist students in achieving their educational and/or employment goals. By utilizing a student-centered approach to learning, classes are tailored to each student’s learning style. Students progress at their own rate and can attend more than one class. Flexible scheduling around work hours or other commitments is available at some locations, as well as distance education assistance.
The components of this adult program include the following:
Call 903.463.8784 or email ael@grayson.edu for class information.
Last updated: 03/23/2023