Clarion University is the first university in northwestern Pennsylvania to offer an associate degree in administration technology with concentrations in Auctioneering, Business Office Professional, Certified Web Design, Insurance and Office Technology.
The Associate of Applied Science in Administration Technology degree program, offered through the Department of Applied Technology, utilizes a creative partnership approach designed to prepare students for a career path leading to a wide range of opportunities. This degree prepares students for careers in web design, auctioneering, insurance or office technology and provides a foundation for career advancement into leadership positions.
Under this unique model, student's complete general education and business courses at Clarion University–Venango Campus and the technical component of the degree through licensed, certified and/or otherwise approved technical education providers. Graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science in Administration Technology (AAS-AT) degree from Clarion University.
Students may attend full-time or part-time, day and evening. Scholarships and financial aid are available for qualified students.
Curriculum
General Education- 20 Credits
Liberal Education Skills 6 credits
- ENG 111 English Composition 3 credits
- CIS 217 Application of Microcomputers 3 credits
Liberal Knowledge 9 credits
- Physical and Biological Sciences 3 credits
- Social and Behavioral Sciences 3 credits
- Arts and Humanities 3 credits
Health and Personal Performance 2 credits
- HPE 111 Health and Wellness 2 credits
General Education Electives 3 credits
Business Foundation 12 credits
- MGMT 120 Introduction to Business 3 credits
- MGMT 210 Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business 3 credits
- Business Electives 6 credits
Administration Technology Field Training 28 credits
- 28 credits will be provided by technical education partners, which are appropriately accredited, licensed, or certified technical education organizations
- Word/Excel Comprehensive (6 credits) is a required course for Office Technology.
Department Chair
Bill Hallock Ed.D.
Summer 2012 Office Hours
By appointment only.
Please contact Dr. Hallock at whallock@clarion.edu for an appointment.
Location
104 Suhr Library
Contact Information
(814) 676-6591, ext. 1307
whallock@clarion.edu
Department Secretary
Cortney Huber
216 Frame Hall
(814) 676-6591, ext. 1275
Programs:
Auctioneering
This 20-credit/15 weekend program will allow students to be able to take the Pennsylvania State Auctioneer's License Exam and upon successful passing of this exam become a Pennsylvania Licensed Auctioneer.
Students will learn the techniques, methods, and principles of auctioneering that will enable and prepare the student to organize and conduct an auction, understand and use procurement and appraisal resources in order to be successful, and to conduct an auction with a solid understanding of legal issues and requirements.
Certified Web Designer
CIW Certification is a Web technology standard adopted by academic institutions, governments, and businesses worldwide. This program includes applications and competencies, but the core curriculum focuses on the foundational standards that sustain the infrastructure of IT-Web design, security, administration, networking, databases and enterprises.
Insurance
The Insurance concentration prepares students who wish to become insurance professionals such as customer service representatives or agents. This program offers a strong technical base of insurance principles and concepts.
The insurance curriculum is derived from the Insurance Institute of America's education curriculum, allowing students to learn a multitude of insurance industry designations. Students who successfully complete the program will take the Pennsylvania mandated pre-licensing course which prepares students to take the state licensing exam.
Office Technology
Graduates of the Office Technology concentration will be prepared to work as office managers, administrative assistants, or manage their own businesses. In addition to a practical foundation of business education, students will receive valuable preparation in business computer software applications in publishing, Web design, and computer network basics.
