What qualifications are needed for an associate's degree?

Answer 1

The number of credits it takes to complete an Associates Degree in general will depend on the state mandate, and your program of study. As an example, the amount of credits required to complete an Associates Degree in the state of New Jersey is now 64. However, there are some programs that require much more, to include an Associate of Science degree as a Registered nurse, Respiratory Therapist or Dental Hygienists to name a few. These programs will require – in some cases – completion of credits well into the seventies. Usually this is because of the professional phase courses needed to complete the degree. All in all the Associates degree is designed to be a two year program provided the student follows the curriculum layout as prescribed. Most all Community Colleges today are open Admissions, meaning the college is open to all individuals 18 years of age or older, and individuals who have a High School Diploma or GED. Please be advised, that Community Colleges have some programs that are competitive. In this instance, you must check with the department from where the program emanates from and ask for the specific prerequisite course work and any other requirements needed. Viper1

Answer 2

The associates degree is designed as a two year program of study as a full-time student provided the student takes the degree as prescribed by the college, and provided the student does not require prerequisite coursework as a result of basic skills testing. There are some programs of study that may take a bit longer depending on the number of credits required. Usually these are programs within the health related fields. In addition, for students who require developmental coursework as a result of basic skills testing, it would take longer. How much longer would depend on the extent of the developmental courses they are required to take. Evidently, those individuals who attend college on a part-time bases would also extend their time in school. How much longer would depend on the credit load carried each semester. Typically, an associates degree takes between 60 and 64 credits to complete depending on the specific school, program of study, and state mandates.

Answer 3

in order to obtain an associates degree, you'd have to attend a community college, or attend a school which offers associate degree classes.