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American Sign Language Studies
Associate Degree
American Sign Language Studies, Associate in Arts
Certificate Program
Sign Language Interpreting Certificate
Art and Design
Associate Degree
General Studies: Art and Design, Associate in Arts
Business
Associate Degrees
Accounting, Associate in Science
Business Management, Associate in Science
Business Management: Healthcare Practice, Associate in Science
Business Transfer, Associate in Science
Culinary Arts, Associate of Applied Science
Hospitality Management, Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Baking and Pastry Certificate
Culinary Arts Certificate
Communication Arts
Associate Degrees
General Studies: Music Option, Associate in Arts
Liberal Arts Journalism Communication, Associate in Arts
Liberal Arts: Writing, Associate in Arts
Culinary and Hospitality
Associate Degrees
Culinary Arts, Associate in Applied Science
Hospitality Management, Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Baking and Pastry Certificate
Culinary Arts Certificate
Computer & Information Sciences
Associate Degrees
Computer and Information Sciences: Computer Science, Associate in Science
Computer and Information Sciences: Information Technology Option, Associate in Science
Computer and Information Sciences: Networking and Security Option, Associate in Science
Technology and Business, Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Computer Networking Certificate
Criminal Justice
Associate Degrees
Criminal Justice, Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Certificate in Intelligence Studies
Law Enforcement Certificate
Education
Associate Degrees
Early Childhood Education, Associate in Science
Educational Studies (Grades 1-12), Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Behavioral Health and Trauma in Early Childhood Certificate
Early Childhood Director Certificate
Engineering & Technology
Associate Degrees
Engineering Science, Associate in Science
Engineering Science: Technology Option, Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Computer Aided Drafting Certificate
Electronic Equipment Technology Certificate
Test B Electronic Equipment Technology Certificate-Raytheon
General Studies
Associate Degrees
General Studies: Art and Design, Associate in Arts
General Studies: Health Specialization, Associate in Arts
General Studies: Individualized Option, Associate in Arts
General Studies: Music Option, Associate in Arts
Health
Associate Degrees
Business Management: Healthcare Practice, Associate in Science
Exercise Science, Associate in Science
General Studies: Health Specialization, Associate in Arts
Nursing Advanced Placement: LPN to ADN, Associate in Science
Nursing, Associate in Science
Paramedic Technology, Associate in Science
Public Health, Associate in Science
Radiologic Technology, Associate in Science
Respiratory Care, Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Community Health Worker Certificate - Evening Program
Dental Assisting Certificate - Day Program
Dental Assisting Certificate- Evening Program
Healthcare Technician Certificate
Medical Assistant Certificate – Day Program
Medical Assistant Certificate - Evening Program
Medical Billing and Coding Certificate
Medical Office Assistant Certificate
Paramedic Technology Certificate
Practical Nursing Certificate
Sleep Technologist Certificate
Human Services
Associate Degree
Human Services, Associate in Science
Certificate Programs
Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling Certificate
Children's Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate
Community Support Human Services Practitioner Certificate
Direct Support Certificate
Peer Recovery Specialist Certificate
Senior Care Specialist Certificate
Liberal Arts
Associate Degrees
Liberal Arts, Associate in Arts
Liberal Arts Journalism/Communication, Associate in Arts
Liberal Arts: Philosophy, Associate in Arts
Liberal Arts: Psychology, Associate in Arts
Liberal Arts: Writing, Associate in Arts
Performing Arts
Associate Degrees
General Studies: Music Option, Associate in Arts
Science
Associate Degrees
Biology, Associate in Science
Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Science, Associate in Science
Laboratory Science, Associate in Applied Science
Certificate Program
Lab Technician Certificate
Academic Programs & Course Expectations
Attendance and Participation Policy
College Policies and Procedures
Academic Policies and Procedures
Academic Standards and Progress Policy
Attendance and Participation Policy
Advanced Placement (AP) Exams
Course, Program and Graduation Policies
Academic Residency Requirements
Adding, Dropping or Withdrawing from a Course
Additional Associate Degrees or Certificates
Auditing a Course
Change of Major
Course Prerequisites
Credit Hour Policy
Credit Overload Policy
Directed Studies Courses
Graduation Requirements
High School Articulated Credits
Math Policy for Newly Matriculated Students
Matriculated Status
Readmission to the College
Repeating a Course
Withdrawing from the College
General Policies
Academic Ethics and Plagiarism
Assessment of Program and Institutional-Level Learning Outcomes
Home Schooling Policy
Mandatory Assessment and Planned Course Placement
Student Absence Policies
Grading Systems and Policies
Massachusetts Community College Transfer Principles
MassTransfer Gen Ed Foundation
Transferring Credits to NECC
College Statements, Policies and Disclosures
Accessing Sex Offender Information
Affirmative Action, Nondiscrimination and Accessibility
Alcohol Policy
Assembly and Expression Policy
Bathroom and Locker Room Use
Changing Your Legal Name or Other Biographical Data
College Immunization Law for Massachusetts
Computer and Network Usage Policy
Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy
Compliance with Copyright and Intellectual Property Laws
Copyright Resources
Definitions
Guidelines for Use of Copyrighted Works at the College
Obtaining Authorization to Use a Copyrighted Work
Ownership of Intellectual Property
Use of Intellectual Property: Copyright
When Authorization is Not Required
CORI CHRI SORI
Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act
Firearms on Campus
Guest Speaker Policy
Hazing Policy
Minors on Campus
Posting and Solicitation Policy
Privacy Act Information
Recording Policy
Smoke-Free Environment Policy
Student Clubs and Organizations
Student Email Policy
Student Financial Responsibility Agreement
Subject to Change Notice
Substance Abuse Policy
Support of and Commitment to Diversity
Using a Preferred Name
Volunteer Services and Activities
Wireless Network Policies and Procedures
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Policy
Know Your Title IX: Sex Discrimination, Harassment and Assault
Sexual Violence: Rights and Information Advisory for Victims
Student Absence Policies
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
Veterans and Military Service Members
Forever GI Bill® Policy on Late VA Payments
GI Bill® In-State Tuition and Fees Policy
Students Called to Active Military Duty Policy
Veterans’ Access, Livelihood, Opportunity, and Resources (VALOR ACT) Evaluation of Credits
Student Code of Conduct and Grievance Procedures
Student Code of Conduct
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Introduction
Philosophy and Learning Outcomes
Application of the Code of Conduct
Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence
Definitions
Violations of the Law
Expectations of Behavior
Student Conduct Procedures
Formal Student Conduct Process
Student Conduct Authority
Student Grievance Procedure
Code of Conduct Disciplinary Process
Contacts for Resolving Complaints
Office of Community Standards
Core Academic Skills Intensive Course Designations
Course Attributes
Course Classifications
Elective Classifications
Final Exam Schedule
Fall 2024
Spring 2025
Fall 2025
Math Pathways
Proficiency Chart
Programs of Study