Degrees and programs

At Stark State, you’ll learn how to create and test the engines, tools, machinery and equipment people use every day. Our mechanical engineering technology degree can put you on the path to an in-demand and good-paying job. If you’re interested in continuing your education, we have transfer opportunities to put you on the path to earning your bachelor’s degree.

Launch a rewarding career in healthcare with a medical assisting degree designed to put you at the heart of patient care. Our program bridges the gap between clinical expertise and administrative support, preparing you to become an important member of any medical team.

Medical billers play a key role in the financial health of healthcare providers by preparing and submitting claims to third-party payers, resolving billing issues, and maximizing reimbursement for services rendered. This short-term certificate, offered entirely online, is 21 credit hours that prepare you for entry-level employment as a medical biller.

Launch a career in health care outside the clinical setting with Stark State College’s medical coding certificate. Gain practical medical coding skills that today’s health care organizations actively need. You’ll leave with industry‑relevant training, career flexibility and a faster, affordable path to a job that’s in demand right now.

Laboratory testing plays an important part in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of many diseases. As a medical lab tech, you’ll serve as a critical member of the healthcare team, whether that’s in a hospital, doctor’s office or research lab.

In Stark State College’s music production and engineering program, you graduate ready to create, record, mix and engineer professional-quality audio. Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and build a strong portfolio and in-demand technical skills that today’s employers and studios value—at a cost that gets you working faster. Stark State also offers a 21-credit certificate providing a foundation in music production by introducing students to music theory, digital audio recording, and the professional studio environment.

Ready for a rewarding, dynamic and in-demand health care career? Discover how Stark State College’s nursing pathways can help you grow in this essential field – for a fraction of the cost.

Help people regain independence and improve their quality of life. In Stark State’s OTA program, you’ll learn how to support patients recovering from illness, injury, or disability while building the hands-on skills needed for a meaningful career in health care.

Start your path in healthcare by learning the skills needed to safely collect blood samples for clinical laboratory testing. Phlebotomists play a vital role in patient care, helping doctors diagnose and monitor medical conditions.

As a PTA, you support physical therapists in their treatment plans and deliver direct care to your patients. Stark State’s PTA program trains you to be an efficient and effective contributor to any physical therapy team.