Academic Programs
Wake Tech's more than 250 programs offer degrees, diplomas and certificates in a range of studies. These courses and programs prepare students to enter the workforce or transfer to a university to continue their education – or both. Nearly 100% of Wake Tech programs offer transfer options.
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Accounting and Finance
The Accounting and Finance curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in the accounting profession.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Advertising and Graphic Design
The Advertising & Graphic Design program covers design, drawing, photography, typography, web design and development, social media and print production using industry-standard software tools.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Agricultural Systems Technology
The Agricultural Systems Technology program prepares individuals to maintain and repair specialized farm, ranch, and agribusiness power equipment and vehicles.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
Financial AidYes, learn more
Air Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration Technology
The Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology curriculum provides the basic knowledge to develop skills necessary to work with residential and light commercial systems.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Architectural Technology
The Architectural Technology curriculum is a program that prepares individuals to assist architects, engineers, and construction professionals in developing plans and related documentation for residential and commercial projects in both the private and public sectors.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Associate in Arts
The Associate in Arts degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in a number of disciplines, including liberal arts, business, education or social sciences or training at a professional school that requires a strong liberal arts background.
Degrees & Pathways
- AA - Associate in Arts
Financial AidYes, learn more
Associate in Engineering
The Associate in Engineering Curriculum provides a solid general education foundation for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in areas of study such as computer science, engineering, or professional programs.
Degrees & Pathways
- AE - Associate in Engineering
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Associate in Fine Arts: Visual Art
The Associate in Fine Arts degree is designed for students who want to pursue a bachelor's degree in visual arts.
Degrees & Pathways
- AFA - Associate in Fine Arts
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Associate in Science
The Associate in Science (AS) degree provides a solid general education foundation for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in areas of study such as computer science, engineering, mathematics, the sciences or professional programs.
Degrees & Pathways
- AS - Associate in Science
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Automotive Systems Technology
The Automotive Systems Technology program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Baking and Pastry Arts
This curriculum is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required for employment in the baking/pastry industry, including restaurants, hotels, independent bakeries/pastry shops, wholesale/retail markets, and high-volume bakeries, and/or further academic studies.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Biopharmaceutical Technology
The Biopharmaceutical Technology program prepares students for employment in pharmaceutical manufacturing and related industries. Major emphasis is placed on manufacturing processes and quality assurance procedures.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Biotechnology
Biotechnology is the use of living systems and organisms to develop or make life-sustaining products. The Biotechnology curriculum emerged from molecular biology and chemical engineering.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Building Automation Technology
The goal of the Building Automation program is to educate future technicians, enabling them to make buildings reach their potential energy efficiency, with all the implications of energy savings, including environmental impacts and national security.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Business Administration
The Business Administration program introduces students to aspects of the free enterprise system and provides a fundamental knowledge of business functions and processes and an understanding of business organizations in today's global economy.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Business Analytics
The Business Analytics curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in analytical professions.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Civil Engineering Technology
The Civil Engineering Technology curriculum provides the application of relevant theory of engineering needed by technicians to carry out planning and supervisory tasks in construction.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Cloud Infrastructure
This unique degree program provides skills and credentials that can qualify graduates for a variety of positions – in organizations all over the world. Any organization that uses operating system virtualization, cloud computing, or data storage solutions.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
The Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to complete structural and non-structural damage repairs, and paint and refinish on automotive equipment.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Computed Tomography
The Computed Tomography Technology curriculum prepares the individual to use specialized equipment to visualize cross-sectional anatomical structures and aid physicians in the demonstration of pathologies and disease processes.
Degrees & Pathways
- Certificates
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Computer Programming & Development
The Computer Programming curriculum prepares individuals for employment as computer programmers and related positions through study and applications in computer concepts, logic, programming procedures and more.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Construction Equipment Systems Technology
Construction Equipment Systems curriculum is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to troubleshoot and repair construction equipment systems. Construction equipment includes dozers, scrapers, loaders, and forklifts.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Construction Management Technology
The Construction Management Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in project management and other related positions in the construction industry.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Cosmetology
The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide competency based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
Financial AidYes, learn more
Criminal Justice & Forensic Science Technologies
The Criminal Justice/Forensic Science Technologies curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. Study will focus on local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Culinary Arts
The Culinary Arts curriculum provides specific training required to prepare students to assume positions as trained culinary professionals in a variety of food service settings, including full-service restaurants, hotels, resorts, clubs, catering operations, etc.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Cybersecurity
The Cybersecurity degree covers a broad expanse of technology concepts. This curriculum provides individuals with the skills required to implement effective and comprehensive information security controls.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Data Science and Programming Support Services
Prepares learners to design and develop desktop and web application with an emphasis on business logic and data‐driven applications.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Dental Assisting
The Dental Assisting curriculum prepares individuals to assist the dentist in the delivery of dental treatment and to function as integral members of the dental team while performing chairside and related office and laboratory procedures.
Degrees & Pathways
- Diploma
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Dental Hygiene
The Dental Hygiene curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge and skills to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate dental hygiene care for the individual and the community.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology
The Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology curriculum is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to troubleshoot and repair medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Education
Teaching is a profession with many career options – and you can explore them at Wake Tech! From creating nurturing environments to meet the developmental needs of very young children to providing dynamic classroom instruction.
Degrees & Pathways
- AA - Associate in Arts
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- AS - Associate in Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Electrical Systems Technology
The Electrical Systems Technology curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Electroneurodiagnostic Technology
Electroneurodiagnostic technology is the scientific field devoted to the recording and study of the electrical activity of the brain and nervous system. Technologists record electrical in the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, somatosensory or motor nerve systems.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Electronics Engineering Technology
The Electronics Engineering Technology program prepares students to design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify electronic components, equipment and systems.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Emergency Medical Science
The Emergency Medical Science curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge, skills and attributes to provide advanced emergency medical care as a paramedic for critical and emergent patients
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Esthetics Technology
The Esthetics Technology curriculum provides competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles and hands-on fundamentals associated with the art of skin care.
Degrees & Pathways
- Certificates
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Facility Maintenance Technology
The Facility Maintenance Technology curriculum prepares individuals to repair and maintain electrical and mechanical systems and physical structures of commercial and industrial institutions.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Geomatics Technology (Surveying)
The Geomatics Technology curriculum provides training for technicians in the many areas of surveying. Surveyors are involved in land surveying, route surveying, construction surveying, photogrammetry, mapping, global positioning systems, geographical information systems.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Health and Fitness Science
The Health and Fitness Science program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the fitness and exercise industry.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Heavy Equipment & Transport Technology
Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology programs are designed to provide the knowledge and skills to operate, troubleshoot, and repair construction equipment, agricultural equipment and trucks.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Hospitality Management
The Hospitality Management curriculum prepares students to understand and apply the administrative and practical skills needed for supervisory and managerial positions in hotels, motels, resorts, inns, restaurants, institutions, and clubs
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Human Services Technology
The Human Services Technology curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in institutions and agencies that provide social, community, and educational services.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Interior Design
The Interior Design program prepares students for a variety of job opportunities in both residential and non-residential interior design.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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IT Service and Support
The Information Technology Technical Support curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) curriculum prepares students to become MRI technologists and skilled health care professionals who are educated to use magnetic energy fields to produce images of the human body.
Degrees & Pathways
- Diploma
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Mammography
Wake Tech’s Mammography program is a two-semester certificate program. It is offered to ARRT registered radiologic technologists and radiography students.
Degrees & Pathways
- Certificates
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Mechanical Engineering Technology
The Mechanical Engineering Technology program covers applied mechanics, manufacturing methods and processes, computer usage, computer-aided drafting, mathematics, physics and oral and written communications.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Medical Assisting
The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares multi-skilled health care professionals qualified to perform administrative, clinical, and laboratory procedures.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
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Medical Laboratory Technology
MLTs perform tests that help physicians diagnose, monitor, and treat disease. They can determine the cause of an infection and use sophisticated equipment to analyze blood’s chemical components (like glucose and cholesterol).
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Medical Office Administration
The Medical Office Professional curriculum prepares individuals for employment as medical administrative office personnel.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Network Management
The Network Management curriculum prepares individuals for employment supporting local- and wide-area networks. Students will learn how to use technologies to provide for data, voice, image, and video communications in business, industry, and education.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Nursing
The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Office Administration
The Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for positions in administrative support careers, equipping them to respond to the demands of a dynamic, computerized workplace.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Paralegal Technology
The Paralegal Technology curriculum prepares individuals to work under the supervision of attorneys by performing routine legal tasks and assisting with substantive legal work.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Pharmacy Technology
The Pharmacy Technology Program prepares individuals to become pharmacy technicians. These allied health professionals assist and support licensed pharmacists in providing prescription medications, and other health care products and services for patients.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Plumbing
The Plumbing curriculum is designed to give individuals the opportunity to acquire basic skills to assist with the installation and repair of plumbing systems in residential and small buildings.
Degrees & Pathways
- Diploma
- Certificates
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Practical Nursing
The graduate of the Practical Nursing (PN) program at Wake Technical Community College is prepared to practice as an entry-level nurse. Graduates of this program meet the education requirements to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN).
Degrees & Pathways
- Diploma
Financial AidYes, learn more
Public Safety Administration
The Public Safety Administration curriculum is designed to provide students, as well as practitioners, with knowledge and skills in the technical, managerial, and administrative areas necessary for entrance or advancement within various public safety and government organizations.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Radiography
The Radiography curriculum prepares the graduate to be a radiographer, a skilled health care professional who uses radiation to produce images of the human body. The radiographer must be committed to professional development and the care of others.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
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Simulation and Game Development
Students will receive hands-on training in design, 3D modeling, software engineering, database administration and programming for the purpose of creating simulations and games.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Sonography
The Medical Sonography Program is a 21-month program offering an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
Financial AidYes, learn more
Supply Chain Management
The Supply Chain Management program prepares students for career opportunities in distribution, transportation, warehousing, supply chain and manufacturing organizations.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
Financial AidYes, learn more
Web & UX Design
The Web and UX Design curriculum prepares graduates for careers in the information technology arena using computers to disseminate and collect information via the web.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Web Developer
The Web Developer curriculum prepares graduates for careers in the information technology arena using computers to disseminate and collect information via the web.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Certificates
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Welding Technology
The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metal industry.
Degrees & Pathways
- AAS - Associate in Applied Science
- Diploma
- Certificates
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