Temple College Programs of Study
Temple College offers several flexible degree and certificate options for students interested in the biotechnology field.
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Biotechnology
Designed for students entering college directly from high school or with minimal college hours, the Associate of Applied Science degree in biotechnology provides students with the technical skills and knowledge to work in a number of biotechnology fields. It also supplies a strong foundation for students wishing to pursue bachelor and/or graduate degrees. Admission into the AAS Program requires approximately one year of prerequisite courses. Graduates of the program may be employed as biotechnology technicians in a variety of areas including, medical research labs, agricultural labs, pharmaceutical labs, environmental labs, government labs, or law enforcement labs.
Degree Plan
Course Descriptions
Advanced Technical Certificate in Biotechnology
The Advanced Technical Certificate is intended for individuals who already have a related science degree, either an AAS or BS, and would like to get into the exciting biotechnology field, particularly medical research. Students must already have a related degree and the math and science prerequisites before applying for the program.
Enhanced Skills Certificate in Genomics/Proteomics
The Enhanced Skills Certificate in genomics/proteomics is designed for individuals who have already obtained an A.A.S. degree or Advanced Technical Certificate in biotechnology and would like to expand their skills or specialize in the areas of genomics and proteomics.
Apprenticeship
The Department of Labor's Registered Apprenticeship Program is a highly flexible training model that combines on-the-job-training, mentoring and related classroom instruction to develop a workforce in areas where serious labor and skill shortages exist. In an apprenticeship program, paid employees receive technical and practical training, and employers have a model to establish the standards of proficiency required of its professionals.
The time requirements and substance of the program depend upon the occupation. Apprentices work and learn under the direction of qualified employers/mentors who are experienced in their professional field. Over time, apprentices are provided diverse and complex training that helps them become highly skilled in their chosen careers.
Registered Apprenticeship is another program chosen by the Texas Bioscience Institute to address the workforce needs of a rapidly growing research community.
For more information, refer to the Apprenticeships page.