The General Studies program is sometimes referred to as a “university parallel” or “transfer” degree. The general education requirements, when completed at NMJC, generally meet the lower division general education requirements of all public baccalaureate colleges and universities in the state of New Mexico. Students, after consulting with advisors, will need to select courses suitable to their educational needs, (i.e., career goal, major, learning style, transfer goals). Students should review transfer information before making degree plans.
The Farm and Ranch Management program at New Mexico Junior College is designed to prepare students for a career in farm and ranch management. It will provide students the opportunity to learn about the science, nutrition, anatomy, business and management aspects of the agriculture industry. The program is intended to provide direct entry into the workforce.
Career & Advancement Opportunities
By majoring in farm and ranch management, students can prepare for one or more of the many careers related to animal agriculture. Rewarding career opportunities are available in business and industry. Many large farming and ranch operations (such as the 6666s and Singleton Ranches) encourage their employees to pursue higher education, rewarding those degrees and/or certifications in an industry specific field.
Animal Science is concerned with the science and business of producing domestic livestock species, including but not limited to beef cattle, dairy cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, and swine. An animal scientist applies principles of the biological, physical, and social sciences to the problems associated with livestock production and management. Animal Science is also concerned with foods of animal origin: meat, dairy foods, and eggs. The food industry is one of the largest and most important industries in the United States. In addition, animal science is concerned with aspects of companion animals, including their nutrition, care, and welfare.
NMJC Animal Science has recently signed articulation agreements with Texas Tech University and New Mexico State University. These degree plans should transfer all 60 credit hours from NMJC Animal Science to one of those universities.
NMJC offers a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree in industry specific programs for Ford Motor Company (ASSET). ASSET students are sponsored by automotive dealerships and earn their degrees in a two-year work-study program. Upon successful completion of the program, ASSET students are employed by their sponsoring dealerships. This program is designed for students who wish to become professional automotive technicians. Students in the Automotive Technology Program will receive quality classroom instruction as well as hands-on laboratory experience using state-of-the-art diagnostic test equipment. In addition, students have the opportunity to be placed in a cooperating automotive service facility, receive supervised work experience, and training under an experienced automotive technician. This program incorporates fundamentals important to obtaining employment upon graduation. It may not be suitable if used as a transfer to institutions of higher learning.
Career & Advancement Opportunities
With the continuous use of electronic systems and on-board computers, there will be constant demand for highly skilled, well-trained automotive technicians. Graduates of this program are prepared to enter the market as automotive technicians. Employment is readily found.
Student Service Educational Training (ASSET) Ford Motor Company – Contact Information: 575.492.2860
The Business program provides graduates with a strong foundation in the theory and practices of business. Coursework covers financial, managerial, and legal practices and procedures. Students also study the verbal, written, and teamwork skills needed for a business career. Students must select one concentration.
Career and Advancement Opportunities
Most businesses, governmental, and non-profit organizations employ business majors. The U.S. Department of Labor Statistics Job Outlook Handbook predicts that both full- and part-time employment for persons with business education are expected to grow faster than average.
The Computer Information Systems AAS degree and certificates allows students to choose an emphasis area.
Career and Advancement Opportunities:
Graduates find jobs as Network Technician, Assistant Network Administrator, PC Technician, Workstation Support Technician, Technical Support Technician, or Computer Systems Technician.
This program offers students a comprehensive education in all aspects of barbering and cosmetology and ensures customer satisfaction. Individuals entering the career path of Cosmetology and Barbering will be apart of a life-long experience to keep up with the ever evolving field. The curriculum meets the standards and requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology and of other careers in the world of hair and beauty. This knowledge and ability are achieved first through lecture and demonstration followed by actual work in a salon atmosphere. Students receive clinical experience that prepares them for job market.
Career and Advancement Opportunities
Graduates are prepared to take the New Mexico licensing exams, and upon receipt of state licenses, they are ready for entry-level positions in a salon. Opportunities abound for students to work toward financial independence.
Requirements
Interested students must interview with the Cosmetology Director and complete an application to the program. Students must complete both the NMJC admissions and Cosmetology program application process. Students must be accepted into the program prior to enrolling in any cosmetology courses.
This program prepares students for a career in the multifaceted criminal justice system. The curriculum is structured around a core of courses allowing students to acquire the basic knowledge and skills needed to work in law enforcement, private security, corrections, and other related areas of criminal justice. The curriculum, which covers a variety of topics in criminal justice, focuses on developing the ability to understand and apply legal concepts, investigative techniques, evidence collection and presentation, report writing, patrol operations, and traffic management.
The program also stresses practical skills needed to deal with the complex social, psychological, political, and organizational factors that affect the discretionary decisions of law enforcement personnel. This blend of specific skills and informed perspectives prepares the Criminal Justice graduate to make the difficult decisions often required when serving the needs of the community.
Career and Advancement Opportunities
Many graduates find job opportunities in federal, state, county, and municipal governments. The knowledge and skills acquired in this program qualify graduates for positions with private enterprise in areas such as industrial, retail, and private security.
Special Requirements
A minimum of 60 credit hours are required for the Associate of Applied Science degree, and the requirements for the certificates are listed below. All courses, other than General Education requirements, must be completed with a “C” or better. Students should consult with a counselor or advisor for possible degree revisions and for proper sequential order of degree completion.
In addition to the AAS degree, students can apply credit hours earned in criminal justice to the Associate of Arts degree. Students should consult with a counselor or advisor for specific transfer information.
Law Academy Certificate Program
The certificate in Criminal Justice is offered to students enrolled in the Southeastern New Mexico Law Enforcement Training Academy. Some of the courses with a LA prefix are cross-listed with Criminal Justice courses; please check the course descriptions. The LA courses include hands-on training components not included in the CJ courses to prepare the student to qualify to take the State of New Mexico police officer certification examination. The CJ courses may not be substituted for the LA courses since they do not include the hands-on training components.
Early Childhood Education is appropriate for those students planning to work with children from birth through eight- years-old. In order to meet New Mexico state competencies, the Associate of Arts degree for Early Childhood Education has specific course requirements.
Career & Advancement Opportunities
The certificate and / or the Associate of Arts degree will be helpful in meeting the needs of students who plan to work with young children.
Students should meet with an appropriate academic coach in order to ensure the proper order and completion of classes. Graduates from the program may transfer to four-year institutions in New Mexico that grant bachelor’s degrees in Early Childhood Education. In addition, graduates are equipped to serve as educational assistants, substitute teachers, Head Start teachers / assistants, or childcare setting teachers / assistants.
Department of Arts and Sciences – Contact information: 575.492.2840
Elementary Education—Alternative Licensure Program
Program Description
The Elementary Education Alternative Licensure Program is a 12-credit program with a supervised field experience component for participants who have completed a Bachelor’s degree (or higher-level degree) and want to become a teacher at the elementary level (K-8th grade). The program helps provide students the opportunity to prepare for certification (teacher licensure) to teach K-8th grade in the state of New Mexico. Future students should consult with a faculty member for acceptance into the program.
Department of Arts and Sciences – Contact information: 575.492.2840
The goal of the Energy Technology Program at New Mexico Junior College is to prepare students to enter the workforce as an entry-level technician. The purpose of the Energy Technology Education Program at New Mexico Junior College is to support the educational infrastructure necessary for the nation to successfully move forward with its energy initiatives. The dynamic program promotes and strengthens courses by teaching the required skills, safety standards, site security, environmental protection, and other critical fields relating the nation’s energy needs.
The Entertainment and Music Technology program at New Mexico Junior College prepares students for a multifaceted career in the entertainment and music industry as technology specialists. This two-year program is designed to provide students with comprehensive academic training and practical, real-world experience in various fields including live sound production, recording engineering, lighting production, video production, web design, basic entertainment business law, and multimedia production applications. Graduates will receive an Associate of Applied Sciences degree.
The Equine Studies program at New Mexico Junior College provides hands-on experience and classroom instruction for students interested in career opportunities with the horse industry and related businesses. Several aspects will be taught including equine anatomy, management, business, horsemanship, performance training and more. Graduates will receive an Associates of Applied Science degree.
The mission of NMJC as a comprehensive community college is to promote success through learning. The mission of NMJC Nursing Program is to promote success through learning by facilitating the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and attitudes required by entry-level nurses to provide safe, patient-centered, high quality, nursing care across the lifespan that is evidence-based for diverse individuals, families, and communities.
The NMJC Nursing Program offers a comprehensive curriculum in a state-of-the-art facility. The two-year registered nursing education program - Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) includes classroom, laboratory, and supervised clinical instruction in real and simulated environments. Up to 50 students are accepted into the program each August. Applications are accepted in the nursing program until May 20th each year for admission into the fall semester. Information regarding the application process, admission requirements, and application packets are found in the Nursing webpage.
NMJC Registered Nursing Program has Full Approval from the New Mexico State Board of Nursing. Contact information for the New Mexico Board of Nursing is 6301 Indian School Road NE Suite 710 Albuquerque, NM 87110 (505) 841-8340 (Office) (505) 841-8347 (Fax) www.nmbon.sks.com
Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the national exam (NCLEX-RN) for RN licensure.
Registered Nurse Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the nursing program plan of study receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) for licensure as a registered nurse (RN). Registered nurses provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members. Registered nurses work in hospitals, physicians' offices, home healthcare services, and nursing care facilities, correctional facilities, schools, and the military.
Career Advancement Opportunities
Nursing program graduates may continue their education by pursuing higher degrees in nursing such as a Bachelor (BSN), Master (MSN), or Doctorate (PhD) degree as well as Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Doctorate degree in Nursing Practice (DNP).
Accreditation
New Mexico Junior College is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association. The NMJC Registered Nursing Program opened in 1969 and has been nationally accredited since 1975 by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
The program is Accredited through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), formerly the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission (NLNAC). ACEN, 3390 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326 acenursing.org
NMJC Nursing Program Contact Information
Bobbi Davis
Administrative Assistant of Allied Health & Nursing
Allied Health Building, Room 104
Hobbs, New Mexico 88240
575.492.2517
bjdavis@nmjc.edu
The welding curriculum is designed to meet the minimum skill standards established by the American Welding Society (AWS) for entry-level welders. Training is given in both theory ad practical skills in the various phases of welding and cutting. The program provides technical training to meet the demands of the welding industry and the needs of the individual.
Career and Advancement Opportunities: Entry-level welders find employment in a wide range of industries that use welding and welding-related tasks.
Contact Information: Professor Earl Nymeyer – 575.492.2868
