At Crowder College, we understand just how important your future is, not just for you, but for your family as well. Obtaining an education in the field you love is just the beginning to a promising future! Let Crowder College help you accomplish your goals by enrolling in our Welding Technology Program which participates in the American Welding Society SENSE Program.
Crowder is currently offering four different college-level certificates in welding, three of which focus on one of the major welding categories.
Each program begins with the basics of welding, eventually leading to more advanced classes. Students will learn basic safety procedures, and different arc welding methods and techniques.
Courses are designed based upon the skills and experience employers are looking for. Also, with smaller classrooms, students have access to more resources. This provides a better learning experience for the student as well as giving the student the opportunity to aquire more hands-on experience.
Contact our advisor, Hillarie Buholt, today at Joplin@Crowder.edu or call 417.680.3202 for more information.
The Associate of Arts in Social Work degree is 64 credit hours and provides students an avenue to obtain introductory-level knowledge in the field of social work study. The degree is designed to provide the necessary foundation courses for transition into the required Bachelors of Social Work degree that enables individuals to work as social workers. The field of social work allows options for careers that provide a positive impact on individuals, families, and the greater community. The field of social work provides an abundance of options in work settings as well as a variety of social issues to address. Social work has its own unique body of accreditation for educational programs. Students fulfilling the educational requirements to become social workers will be well prepared to join the helping profession of empowering individuals, families, and communities and facilitating positive change in their environments.
Social workers can be found in a variety of areas in the community such as:
Addictions Treatment
Community Mental Health
Domestic Violence
Adoptions & Foster Care
Criminal Justice
Disaster Relief
Military & Veterans’ Services
Private Practice
For complete degree information please refer to our course catalog.
The purpose of the Crowder College Nursing program is to prepare graduates who can demonstrate entry-level competencies as registered nurses, to provide a foundation for continued learning, and to provide a multiple-entry program where licensed practical nurses can enter with advanced standing or students may enter with no previous nursing education. The program is approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing and is accredited through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Graduation from the nursing program does not guarantee eligibility to write the licensure exam. Eligibility is determined on an individual basis by the Missouri State Board of Nursing based on the Missouri Nursing Practice Act section 335.066 (1-14) or as recognized by the state in which the graduate desires to license. The nursing faculty strongly believes that the learner must be an active participant in the educational process.
Negative drug screens are a requirement for the nursing program and to be eligible for employment at most healthcare institutions. Criminal backgrounds are looked at on a case-by-case basis in the state of Missouri.
A wide variety of instructional methods are utilized in the process-oriented nursing curriculum. Registered nurses function as an integral part of the healthcare team in many different roles. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care as well as for the supervision of other healthcare workers. Students must have at least completed Anatomy and Physiology I, and Medical Terminology. Students will be enrolled in the Introduction to Nursing course once accepted into the nursing program.
Becoming a Registered Nurse
What is a registered Nurse (“RN”)? A Registered Nurse is a professional nurse who is compensated for performing acts requiring substantial specialized education, judgment, and skill. These acts are based on knowledge and application of principles derived from biological, physical, social, and nursing sciences. RNs typically work in a variety of healthcare-related fields, including surgery, intensive care, pediatrics, obstetrics, home health, public health, school nursing, and so on. Nursing activities include teaching health promotion and illness prevention, providing care and counseling to the ill, administering medications and treatments, and the coordination of health care providers and procedures. Students must successfully pass the NCLEX-RN Exam.
The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a standardized entrance exam for students applying to a nursing or allied health program. The exam tests over four different subject areas: Reading, Mathematics, English and Language Usage, and Science. TEAS exams will be given at the following campus sites: Cassville, McDonald County, Nevada, and Neosho.
To find out exam dates and times and to sign up for the TEAS exam please contact the campus at which you would like to test:
The purpose of the Crowder College Nursing program is to prepare graduates who can demonstrate entry-level competencies as generalist professional nurses and to provide a foundation for continued learning. The format provides a multiple-entry program where licensed practical nurses or paramedics can enter with advanced standing or students may enter with no previous nursing education. The program is approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing and nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Graduation from the nursing program does not guarantee eligibility to write the licensure exam. Eligibility is determined on an individual basis by the Missouri State Board of Nursing based on the Missouri Nursing Practice Act section 335.066 (1-14) or as recognized by the state in which the graduate desires to license. The nursing faculty strongly believes that the learner must be an active participant in the educational process.
Negative drug screens are a requirement for the nursing program and to be eligible for employment at most healthcare institutions. Criminal backgrounds are looked at on a case-by-case basis in the state of Missouri.
A wide variety of instructional methods are utilized in the process-oriented nursing curriculum. Registered nurses function as an integral part of the healthcare team in many different roles. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care as well as for the supervision of other healthcare workers. Paramedics are given credit for the first semester and first eight weeks of the second-semester nursing classes and may enter the program at Level I. Paramedics must have a valid and active license and must have completed at least Anatomy and Physiology I and II before beginning the nursing program. Students will be enrolled in the Paramedic to RN Role Transition course once accepted into the nursing program.
Becoming a Registered Nurse
What is a registered Nurse (“RN”)? A Registered Nurse is a professional nurse who is compensated for performing acts requiring substantial specialized education, judgment, and skill. These acts are based on knowledge and application of principles derived from biological, physical, social, and nursing sciences. RNs typically work in a variety of healthcare-related fields, including surgery, intensive care, pediatrics, obstetrics, home health, public health, school nursing, and so on. Nursing activities include teaching health promotion and illness prevention, providing care and counseling to the ill, administering medications and treatments, and the coordination of health care providers and procedures. Students must successfully pass the NCLEX-RN Exam.
The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a standardized entrance exam for students applying to a nursing or allied health program. The exam tests over four different subject areas: Reading, Mathematics, English and Language Usage, and Science. TEAS exams will be given at the following campus sites: Cassville, McDonald County, Nevada, and Neosho.
To find out exam dates and times and to sign up for the TEAS exam please contact the campus at which you would like to test:
The purpose of the Crowder College Nursing program is to prepare graduates who can demonstrate entry-level competencies as registered nurses, to provide a foundation for continued learning, and to provide a multiple-entry program where licensed practical nurses can enter with advanced standing or students may enter with no previous nursing education. The program is approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing and is accredited through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Graduation from the nursing program does not guarantee eligibility to write the licensure exam. Eligibility is determined on an individual basis by the Missouri State Board of Nursing based on the Missouri Nursing Practice Act section 335.066 (1-14) or as recognized by the state in which the graduate desires to license. The nursing faculty strongly believes that the learner must be an active participant in the educational process.
Negative drug screens are a requirement for the nursing program and to be eligible for employment at most healthcare institutions. Criminal backgrounds are looked at on a case-by-case basis in the state of Missouri.
A wide variety of instructional methods are utilized in the process-oriented nursing curriculum. Registered nurses function as an integral part of the healthcare team in many different roles. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care as well as for the supervision of other healthcare workers. Licensed practical nurses are given credit for first-year nursing classes and may enter the program at Level II. LPNs entering with advanced standing must have a valid license to practice and must have completed at least Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Psychology or Sociology, and Microbiology for Health before beginning the second-level nursing sequence. Students will be enrolled in the LPN to RN Role Transition course once accepted into the nursing program.
Becoming a Registered Nurse
What is a registered Nurse (“RN”)? A Registered Nurse is a professional nurse who is compensated for performing acts requiring substantial specialized education, judgment, and skill. These acts are based on knowledge and application of principles derived from biological, physical, social, and nursing sciences. RNs typically work in a variety of healthcare-related fields, including surgery, intensive care, pediatrics, obstetrics, home health, public health, school nursing, and so on. Nursing activities include teaching health promotion and illness prevention, providing care and counseling to the ill, administering medications and treatments, and the coordination of health care providers and procedures. Students must successfully pass the NCLEX-RN Exam.
Questions for PN program contact 417.667.0518 ext. 5238, (Nevada Campus).
Application for LPN to RN program
Applications for LPN to RN Bridge program are accepted from May 1 to August 1 for the Neosho and Cassville programs which begin in January and November 1 to February 1 for the Nevada and McDonald County programs which begin in August.
Have you applied to Crowder College through Admissions? Applicants must apply to Crowder first and be accepted before completing the nursing application.
TEAS Nursing Exam
The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a standardized entrance exam for students applying to a nursing or allied health program. The exam tests over four different subject areas: Reading, Mathematics, English and Language Usage, and Science. TEAS exams will be given at the following campus sites: Cassville, McDonald County, Nevada, and Neosho.
To find out exam dates and times and to sign up for the TEAS exam please contact the campus at which you would like to test:
Crowder College offers a 52 credit hour program on the path to become a licensed practical nurse. This is a selective admission program offered at the Nevada and McDonald County Instructional Centers. The program prepares graduates who demonstrate entry-level competencies as a Practical Nurse to enter the high demand field of nursing and healthcare.
The Practical Nursing program is fully approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing (MSBN) and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
Benefits of Crowder’s LPN Program
Two-semester certificate program beginning in August with graduation in May
No college-level pre-requisites required
Individualized instruction
Hands-on training
Bridge to RN programs – Available at Crowder Nevada, Neosho, Cassville, & McDonald County or others in the area
Fully approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing
Income Potential*
Our graduates are earning excellent wages locally. Here is a look at salary range information from:
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.ed.gov Crowder School code is 002459. Click on the IRS data retrieval option. This will automatically download your recent tax information into the FAFSA. If you need assistance to complete your FAFSA, contact Crowder College financial aid services at 417.667.0518 (Nevada) or 417.226.6000 (McDonald County)
Submit official copy of high school transcript or equivalency to: Crowder College Attn: Records 601 Laclede Ave. Neosho, MO 64850
Electronic submission may be made to Records@Crowder.edu If you are a current high school senior, have unofficial transcript sent and send official upon graduation.
Send an unofficial transcript to (only needed if all official transcripts are not yet sent): Crowder College Attn: KA’Sandra Leer 600 W. Edwards Nevada, MO 64772
Send official transcripts of all colleges you have attended (other than Crowder).
Application deadline is April 15. The following steps must be completed and submitted by this date to be considered. Prior to this application a prospective student must complete a Crowder College Admissions application and be accepted. Visit any Crowder College campus to complete this application process if you are not able to complete it online.
Register on the Family Care Safety Registry for Missouri. *You can check to see if you are already registered by going to https://health.mo.gov/safety/fcsr/ Click on the “Registration” tab, click “Register,” and click the tab “Is a Person Registered.” Enter the requested information and you will be alerted if your Social Security number (SSN) is found in the database. If your SSN was found you have completed the requirements for this step. *If your SSN is not in the database you must register. There is a one-time fee of $15.25 to register. Click the Continue button next, then “To Proceed with Registration.” For the Employer name select “No Employer.” In the “Select if No Employer” field select “Student.” For the “Registration Type” select “Voluntary.” Continue to follow the online prompts to complete the remaining information. You will be asked for your payment information at the end of the process. You should receive a “Transaction Successful” message at the very end of the process.
If you have any questions related to this process, please contact the Practical Nursing Program Administrative Assistant at 417-667.0518, ext. 5238. Failure to register by the application deadline may make you ineligible for admission.
The Associate in Science (A.S.) Pre-Engineering degree is a cooperative program between Crowder College and the School of Engineering at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Although not specifically designed for transfer to other engineering schools, the A.S. program does incorporate the essential course work for the first two years of study in any engineering field at other universities.
Some of the course requirements vary with the engineering department test cooperating in this program. In such cases, students will need to consult with the adviser as to the appropriate class for a particular engineering major.
Crowder College and the School of Engineering at the Missouri University of Science and Technology have instituted a co-admission advisement and counseling program for pre-engineering majors. Students enrolling at Crowder can be simultaneously enrolled at S&T. A smoother transition between the two institutions and a greater level of career counseling can be provided for students by allowing them to enroll in career development and other specified S&T classes on Crowder’s campus. Students are also allowed to participate in special pre-registration programs on the S&T campus.
Physics, Associates of Arts Degree Instruction in the Physical Sciences is offered in the areas of chemistry, physics, geology and astronomy as the foundation for baccalaureate and graduate studies in these and related sciences at a university or four-year college. Physical Science students find employment in industrial research and development, government regulatory agencies, or secondary and post-secondary education. The suggested curriculum that follows assumes a mathematics background that will permit an enrollment in the calculus series as a freshman. If pre-calculus classes are needed, more than four semesters are necessary to complete this program.
Mathematics, Associates of Arts Degree A major in mathematics is designed for students planning to teach mathematics at the secondary school level as well as for those desiring to work as professional mathematicians outside of education. Students entering this program should enjoy working with logic and numbers and should enjoy the challenge to applying mathematics to the sciences and related areas. A bachelors degree is necessary as a minimum requirement for employment in these areas. Students with mathematics background which require pre-calculus courses may need to plan for more than four semesters to complete this program.
Are you interested in strategically planning the next highway, medical facility, retail location or broadband infrastructure, while also enhancing decision-making processes, improving problem-solving efforts, and fostering innovation across various industries and sectors? Unlock Your Potential with GIS (Geographical Information System) Certification.
Geographical Information System professionals play a vital role in collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and visualizing geographic data to solve complex problems and facilitate informed decision- making. Utilizing GIS enhances workflows, economic development, transportation, health care, manufacturing, environmental needs and various other sectors linked to location and data. Predicting and planning based on spatial and visual data are key to building stronger economies.
GIS Certificate Program at Crowder
Gain a comprehensive skill set essential for success in the field, including gathering geographic data and analyzing trends and relationships.
Sharpen your abilities through practical exercises and real-world projects, where you’ll organize data, design impactful visualizations, and develop spatial models.
Our curriculum, developed in collaboration with industry experts, ensures you’re equipped with the latest tools and techniques demanded by employers.
Classes are online with open lab time. The program provides a structured pathway to success in the GIS field.
Job Market Opportunities
Average Salary: Nationally, entry-level GIS-certified analysts earn an average of $29 per hour, with median ranges from about $21.65 to $33.85 per hour according to ZipRecruiter.
Fast Track to Employment: You can earn 22 credit hours and be well on your way to securing a rewarding job in GIS.
