Public Service careers work towards the betterment of people in society. The Public Service programs at Virginia Western prepare students for careers in early childhood education, human services, and criminal justice.
Fast-track programs that can be completed in 2 semesters or less
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degrees
Associate of Science (AS) Degrees
Career Studies Certificates (CSC)
Program Types
AS & AA: Associate of Science and Associate of Arts: prepare students to transfer to a 4-year institution
AAS: Associate of Applied Science: prepare students to directly enter the workforce with limited transferability
Certificate & Career Studies Certificate: 1-2 year programs that prepare students to directly enter the workforce
Credentials & Career Skills: Short-term training that prepares students to directly enter the workforce with recognizable credentials and training (non-credit)