The Community and Technical College at the University of Alaska Anchorage offers a diverse array of courses and programs designed to prepare Alaskans for high-demand careers. CTC offers baccalaureate and associate degrees, and certificates in a wide range of career fields. There is something for everyone!

For a complete listing of degrees and certificate programs, click here.

Please visit our career cluster Web pages for more information:

Allied Health
Allied Health Science professionals are involved with the delivery of health or related services pertaining to the identification, evaluation and prevention of diseases and disorders, rehabilitation, and health systems management, among others.
Complete degree and certificate list.

Aviation Technology
The Aviation Technology division offers associate of applied science and bachelor of science degrees in: Air Traffic Control, Aviation Administration, and Professional Piloting Certificates, as well as an associate of applied science degree in Airframe & Powerplant (A&P).
Complete degree and certificate list.

Career and Technical Education
The Career and Technical Education department offers degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, and Master’s degree levels for persons interested in advancing their career in a technical field or teaching in a technical field.
Complete degree and certificate list.

Computer and Electronics Technologies
Computer and Electronics Technologies offers certificates and associate degrees in Computer Information and Office Systems; as well as Telecommunications, Electronics & Computer Technology, with an emphasis in either Computer Network Technology or Electronics Technology.
Complete degree and certificate list.

Construction & Design Technology
The Construction and Design Technology Division is home of the Architectural and Engineering Technology, Construction Management, and Welding and Nondestructive Testing Technology programs.
Complete degree and certificate list.

Culinary Arts & Hospitality
The Culinary Arts program provides essential training in the ever-expanding food service industry in the following areas: Hospitality & Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts, Dietetic Internship, a Minor in Nutrition, and the WIC CPA Training Program.
Complete degree and certificate list.

Health, Physical Education & Recreation
The Department of Health, Physical Education & Recreation is committed to excellence in offering courses within the discipline of physical education and related disciplines.
Complete degree and certificate list.

Transportation and Power
The Automotive and Diesel Department offers AAS degrees in Automotive Technology and in Heavy Duty Transportation and Equipment that are designed to equip students with knowledge and skills necessary to meet the needs of employers in the industry. Both the AAS degrees and Undergraduate Certificate programs are accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
Complete degree and certificate list.

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Additional Programs

Air Force ROTC
The mission of the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is to produce Air Force leaders and to build better citizens for America.

College Preparatory and Developmental Studies (CPDS)
CPDS helps under-prepared and non-traditional college students increase academic and critical thinking skills and develop the confidence to pursue their life-long learning goals.

Eagle River Campus
UAA's scenic Chugiak Eagle River Campus provides curricula and activities to meet the needs of our area through post-secondary courses, skills development, and student and support services.

Learning Resources Center (LRC)
LRC provides educational support and service to UAA students and faculty in a friendly and relaxed environment.

Military Programs
UAA's Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson Extension Centers provide education to about 1,000 military and civilian students on the base and post.

North Pacific Fisheries Observer Training Center (OTC)
OTC trains students to become observers for collecting critical information for federal and state agencies that manage Alaska’s fisheries.

Tech Prep
The Tech Prep program is a partnership between UAA and other educational institutions that recognizes technical and related academic preparation and, where possible, work-based learning in a specific career field.

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Full listing of CTC Degrees & Certificate Programs

Allied Health
Occupational Endorsement Certificates (6 months-1 year):
• Clinical Assistant
• Coding and Billing
• Limited Radiography
• Pharmacy Technology
• Phlebotomy
Undergraduate Certificates (1-2 years):
• Dental Assisting
• Medical Assisting
Associate's Degrees (2-3 years):
• Dental Assisting
• Dental Hygiene
• Fire & Emergency Services (Emergency Medical Services, Fire Administration, Fire Suppression, Wildland Firefighting)
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Radiologic Technology
Bachelor's Degrees (4-5 years):
• Fire Service Administration (Offered via distance learning through a partnership with Western Oregon University)
• Medical Technology
Professional Development (ongoing):
• Dental Assisting
• Dental Hygiene
• Massage Therapy
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Pharmacy Technology
• Radiologic Technology

Aviation Technology
Undergraduate Certificates (1-2 years):
• Aviation Maintenance Technology
(Airframe option, Powerplant option)
Associate's Degrees (2-3 years)
• Air Traffic Control
• Aviation Administration
• Aviation Maintenance Technology
• Professional Piloting
Bachelor's Degrees (4-5 years):
• Aviation Technology
(Air Traffic Control option, Aviation Management option, Professional Piloting option)

Career and Technical Education
Associate's Degree
• Apprenticeship Technology
Bachelor's Degrees
• Technology With or Without a Business Emphasis
Master's Degrees (with COE)
• Teaching, Adult Education and Counseling
• MSCTE

Computer and Electronics Technologies
Occupational Endorsement Certificates (6 months-1 year):
• Administrative Office Support
• Bookkeeping
• Cisco Local Academy Networking
• Desktop Publishing & Graphics
• Medical Office Support
• Office Technology
• Web Foundation
Undergraduate Certificates (1-2 years):
• Computer Information & Office Systems
• Computer & Network • Technology
• Telecommunications & Electronics Systems
Associate's Degrees (2-3 years):
• Computer Information & Office Systems
• Telecommunications, Electronics & Computer Technology
Bachelor's Degrees (4-5 years):
• Technology with or without a Business Emphasis
Professional Development (ongoing):
• Computer and Networking Technology
• Computer Information & Office Systems

Construction & Design Technology
Occupational Endorsement Certificate (6 month-1 year):
• Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Undergraduate Certificates (1-2 years):
• Architectural Drafting
• Civil Drafting
• Industrial Welding Technology
• Mechanical & Electrical Drafting
• Nondestructive Testing Technology
• Structural Drafting
Associate Degrees (1-2 years):
• Architectural & Engineering Technology
• Construction Management
• Welding & Nondestructive Testing Technology
Bachelor's Degrees (4-5 years):
• Construction Management
• Technology with or without a Business Emphasis
Professional Development (ongoing):
• Architectural & Engineering Technology
• Construction Management
• Welding & Nondestructive Testing Technology

Culinary Arts & Hospitality
Associate's Degree (2-3 years):
• Culinary Arts
Bachelor's Degrees (4-5 years):
• Hospitality & Restaurant Management
(senior year taken at NAU or UNLV)
• Nutrition Minor
Professional Development (ongoing):
• Culinary Arts
• Hospitality & Restaurant Management

Health, Physical Education & Recreation
Bachelor’s Degree (4-5 years)
• Physical Education (Health & Fitness Leadership Emphasis, Adventure Leadership Emphasis)
Minors (as part of a degree in a different field) (4-5 years): 
• Health, Physical Education & Recreation
• Adventure Leadership
• Athletic Training
• Coaching
• Health & Fitness Leadership
Physical Education Professional Development (ongoing):
• Various Health, Physical Education & Recreation Courses
Occupational Endorsement Certificates (6 month-1 year):
• Coaching Leadership
• Fitness Leadership

Transportation and Power
Occupational Endorsement Certificates (6 month-1 year):
• Automotive Brakes, Suspension & Alignment
• Automotive Electrical • Automotive Engine Performance
• Automotive Power Trains
Undergraduate Certificates (1-2 years):
• Automotive Technology
• Heavy Duty Transportation & Equipment
Associate's Degrees (2-3 years):
• Automotive Technology
• Automotive Technology (Ford ASSET option, General Motors ASEP option)
• Heavy Duty Transportation & Equipment
Bachelor's Degree (4-5 years):
• Technology with or without a Business Emphasis
Professional Development (ongoing):
• Automotive and Diesel Technology