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CSC in Biotechnology Fundamentals

Career Studies Certificate
Central Virginia Community College

This program is designed to introduce students to biotechnology and health sciences career fields. In class knowledge is balanced with practical, hands-on training, and an internship. Upon completion of this program, the student will gain knowledge and entry-level skills that will prepare them for employment in related fields, or further study.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

This program is intended for dual enrolled students
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Central Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses This program is intended for dual enrolled students
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
CSC in Biotechnology Fundamentals
22
Career Studies Certificate in Biotechnology Fundamentals
22
Biotechnology Fundamentals
22
HLT 143
3
HLT 143
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 261
3
MTH 261
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ETR 113
4
ETR 113
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 245
3
MTH 245
0
Complete courses from the following Course list:
BIO 142
4
BIO 142
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HLT 190
1
HLT 190
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 141
4
BIO 141
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion For students transferring to CVCC with an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution, SDV 100 credit is awarded. Additional coursework will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis. Transfer credit will be awarded for equivalent coursework from regionally accredited institutions for which the student earned a grade of C or higher.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School For students transferring to CVCC with an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution, SDV 100 credit is awarded. Additional coursework will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis. Transfer credit will be awarded for equivalent coursework from regionally accredited institutions for which the student earned a grade of C or higher.
Credit for Prior Learning CVCC awards credit for qualifying scores in AP, CLEP, DANTES, and institutional challenge exams. Credit may also be granted for military service and formal learning experiences.
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Central Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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Number of Transfer Students
150
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Students are drawn to CVCC’s affordable tuition rates, convenient locations (Lynchburg, Amherst, Appomattox, and Bedford), small classes, and a variety of online and on-campus course offerings.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
First Year Student Catalog Year The catalog used to determine graduation requirements is the one in effect at the time of the initial program placement into the plan from which they are graduating or any subsequent catalog of their choice.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.vccs.edu/transfer-programs/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Northern Virginia Community CollegeBiology, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeBiotechnology, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
19-4021.00Biological TechniciansAssist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 22 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the CSC in Biotechnology Fundamentals at Central Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $172 Per Credit $3,784 $0 $3,784 Tuition rate available to Active Duty, Reserves, and Honorably Discharged military members and their qualified family members with supporting documents.
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.
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