Earning your AAOT at Chemeketa can fulfill the lower division general education requirements at any of Oregon's public four-year universities.

You will obtain the fundamentals of a college education. Coursework can include –

• Art
• Business
• Communications
• Humanities
• Languages
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Science
• Writing

You must earn a 'C' grade or better in your classes and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to complete the degree.

Work with an advisor to develop a plan for your specific goals.

AAOT Degree Requirements 2022-23

Start your academic path to becoming a teacher with Chemeketa's AAOT in Elementary Education. Through a combination of select education courses, practicum experience and general education classes, students will experience a career in teaching from the very beginning and be prepared to successfully transfer as a junior at any college in Oregon to complete a bachelor's degree. 

AAOT - Elementary Education Degree Requirements 2022-23

You'll get a solid introduction to college level classes that provide the foundation for leadership in your field. Speaking of your field, you will also get the training to make you ready for the career you choose.

We offer AAS degrees in over 40 subjects. See the program of your interest for details.

Chemeketa's Associate of Science degree will give you a less expensive alternative for completing you lower level science and general college education requirements.

We can't guarantee that earning this degree will complete all the requirements for a bachelor of science degree at your chosen university. Nor will you necessarily be able to transfer as a junior.

You should meet with an advisor to determine which courses will best align with the requirements of the university where you want to transfer. 

AS Degree Requirements 2020-21

You'll have the opportunity to gain marketable skills upon completion of this business-focused degree. You also have the option to transfer to one of Oregon's four-year universities as a a junior and apply to their business program.

In order to successfully transfer, you will want to follow the degree requirements and course sequence as designed. We recommend you work closely with an advisor to earn your degree.

ASOT-Business Degree Requirements 2022-23

For more information about studying business at Chemketa, see these programs -

• Accounting
• Business Management
• Hospitality and Tourism Management

Are you interested in a career as a software developer? Or one in machine learning or data science? Maybe you are interested in learning how to solve brand new problems using computation as a tool. A Computer Science or Software Engineering degree allows you to develop the skills you will need.

Chemeketa’s Computer Science program offers a two-year program that articulates to four-year bachelor’s degree programs in these areas. At Chemeketa, you can earn an Associate of Science Transfer in Computer Science (AST-CS) degree. You also have the option to transfer to one of Oregon's four-year universities as a junior and apply to their program.

In order to successfully transfer, you will want to follow the degree requirements and course sequence as designed. We recommend you work closely with an advisor to earn your degree.

Chemeketa's Associate of General Studies degree is designed for students who are not seeking a transfer degree or an Associate of Applied Science degree. You may use this degree to enhance your employment opportunities or fulfill some of the requirements of a university program.

In order to successfully transfer, you will want to follow the degree requirements and course sequence as designed. We recommend you work closely with an advisor to earn your degree.

AGS Degree Requirements 2022-23

Completing your Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in Leadership & Management opens up even more doors for your career.  This degree offers training in strategic planning, mission fulfillment, team-building and leadership, marketing, research and interpreting financial and business reports.

The Applied Baccalaureate in Leadership and Management prepares you for employment in local, state, or federal government agencies, or in the private sector in a variety of settings ranging from health care to manufacturing and other enterprises.

The OTM assures you are taking the best first step towards your education goals. Successful completion of the requirements will result in you being ready for your sophomore year at a college or university. To earn the OTM you will need to complete 45 instructional credits. This usually takes three terms of classes. You'll need to earn a 'C' grade or better in all your classes and have a minimum GPA of 2.00.

Oregon Transfer Module 2022-23

Dual enrollment and co-admission programs offer you the opportunity to achieve your educational goals through four Oregon's universities –

• Oregon Tech (OIT)
• Oregon State University
• Portland State University
• Western Oregon University

Some of the benefits of dual enrollment include –

• One application process for both Chemeketa and the university
• Coordinated financial aid between the schools
• Advising available at either campus
• Increased flexibility in scheduling with access to more classes
• Opportunity to access services and participate in college life on both campuses
• Access to library and computer lab resources on both campuses
• Easier transition from community college to university

We recommend you work closely with an advisor to make the best use of these opportunities.

Note: If you are still enrolled in high school and wish to also take Chemeketa classes, visit our Dual Credit Opportunities page.

• Automotive Technology, Salem Campus, begins Fall Term, application due in May
• Anesthesia Technology, Salem Campus, begins Winter Term, application due before Winter Term
• Behavioral Health, Salem Campus, Fall & Winter Term, contact program for additional information
  • Addiction Studies
  • Social Services
• Building Inspection Technology, Polk Center, begins Fall Term, application due in August
• Corrections (CORE), Chemeketa Brooks, begins Fall Term, application available in August
• Diesel Technology, Chemeketa Brooks, begins Fall Term, application due in July
• Fire Suppression, Chemeketa Brooks, begins every nine months, application dates vary
• Law Enforcement (LERE), Chemeketa Brooks, begins every nine months, application dates vary
• Nursing, Salem Campus, begins Fall Term, application due in February
• Paramedic, Chemeketa Brooks, Fall and Spring Term, application dates vary
• Robotics, Salem Campus, begins Fall Term, application due in June
• Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Online, begins Fall Term, application due in June
• Visual Communications, Salem Campus, begins Fall Term, application due in September
  • Graphic Design
  • Multimedia Arts
• Welding Technology, Salem Campus, begins Fall Term, application available in Winter Term

• Dental Assisting, Salem Campus, begins Fall Term, application due in May
• Medical Assisting, Yamhill Valley Campus, begins Fall and Spring terms, application dates vary
• Pharmacy Technician Certificate, Salem Campus and Online, begins Fall and Spring Terms, application dates vary
• Post Baccalaureate Addiction Counselor, begins Spring Term, application available in October

• Basic Nurse Assistant (CNA), Salem and Yamhill Valley campuses, offered various terms
• Truck Driving (CDL), Yamhill Valley Campus, offered various terms