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Areas of Study

Areas of Study

Check out some of the amazing programs offered here at Crowder College!

  • Students working in agriculture

    Agriculture

    Agriculture is the largest industry in the state of Missouri and the largest sector of the U.S. economy. Agriculture employs approximately 20% of all U.S. workers. There are many career options in the agriculture industry including production, education, agronomy, horticulture, agribusiness, economics, animal science, veterinary science, poultry science, and more! Visit the U.S. Bureau of…

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  • Students working on emergency services

    Allied Health

    Health Science is the quickest growing section of the job market with opportunities at every level to excel in a rewarding career

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  • Students in a business class

    Business

    Business affects nearly every aspect of our life and is an invaluable asset in the workforce. Business, management, and technology careers continue to be placed on the Missouri’s Hot Jobs list published by MERIC. At Crowder we strive to provide our students with high quality, up-to-date business courses.

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  • Student working on a car

    Career & Technical Education

    Crowder College Career & Technical Education offers college level programs based on today’s cutting edge technology while preparing you for tomorrow’s job market!

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  • Student in a library

    Education

    Welcome to the Education Division at Crowder College which includes Psychology, Autism, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work, and Teacher Education. We offer 5 degrees and 1 certificate.

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  • Students outside of a life flight helicoptor

    Emergency Services

    The Criminal Justice program is designed to provide the student with the legal, technical, and practical aspects of law enforcement procedures. The Associate of Arts degree will provide the student with opportunities for careers or continued education in criminal justice, corrections, juvenile justice, and government or private security operations.

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  • Student in a sculpture class working with clay

    Fine Arts

    For students interested in the arts, Crowder College has an excellent and exciting arts program. Accepting all students of all backgrounds and all skills levels, everyone is welcome at Crowder to learn and hone their art, design, and theater skills!

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  • General Studies

    General Studies

    Students’ undecided about their major area of emphasis or career goals are urged to follow the General Studies curriculum. With the help of counseling from Student Services and consultation with an assigned faculty advisor, students should be able to transfer or graduate with a better idea of individual career strengths. For best results, general studies…

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  • Life Science

    Life Sciences

    Our Life Science department offers courses dealing with physical development and health, including biology, nursing, dental hygiene, and more!

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  • Students in a math and physical sciences class

    Math & Physical Science

    Our degrees prepare students for transfer to 4-year universities with majors strongly related to mathematics and the various physical sciences. Students in our programs develop a strong foundation for success, including mathematical and scientific methods and processes, logical and critical thinking skills, and problem-solving abilities. Our GIS certificate prepares students for nationally recognized certification, allowing…

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  • Students in a nursing class

    Nursing

    The purpose of the Crowder College Nursing programs are to prepare graduates who can demonstrate entry-level competencies as registered nurses or practical nurses, to provide a foundation for continued learning, and to provide a multiple-entry program where licensed practical nurses or paramedics can enter with advanced standing, or students may enter with no previous nursing…

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  • Physics

    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…

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  • Students in a social sciences class

    Social Science

    Welcome to the Social Science Division! We offer courses dealing with how people live, including things such as geography, history, philosophy, political science, and sociology. Courses include classroom instruction, flexible classes, and online classes to best fit the student’s needs. Crowder College offers an Associate of Arts degree in History.

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Program Accreditations

Active Participation with Cisco Certified Academy through Cisco Systems

Nationally accredited by ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing);  Missouri State Board of Nursing

Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)

Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP),  State of Missouri, Bureau of EMS Division (BEMS)

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs ) as recommended by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Participation in the American Welding Society’s SENSE (Schools Excelling through National Skills Standards Education)

Professional Licensure Disclosure

Academic degrees and programs offered by Crowder College that lead to specific professional licensure or certification, whether delivered online or face-to-face, satisfy the academic requirements for those credentials set forth by the State of Missouri. Requirements for professional licensure or certification vary from one profession to another and from state to state.

Students who wish to practice in a state other than Missouri should reach out to the program director/advisor for information and refer to the State-by-State Licensure Disclosure document below.

Computer Networking
Criminal Justice
Education
Nursing
Paramedic
Surgical Technology
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Veterinary Technology
Welding