Degrees and programs

Stark State’s accounting data analytics program offers a clear, flexible pathway that allows you to start with a one-year certificate and continue seamlessly into an associate degree in accounting—without repeating coursework.

The administration office professional associate degree prepares students for a wide range of office and business careers by building strong technical, interpersonal, and information management skills, with flexible course delivery options. Graduates can pursue industry-recognized certifications and stack credentials through a one-year certificate that can apply toward the degree.

Step into a diverse community while building valuable communication skills that set you apart. In this program, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Deaf culture, identity, and community while progressing through three levels of American sign language.

Prepare for the future of work by building in-demand AI skills. With Stark State’s artificial intelligence (AI) certificate, you’ll gain practical insight into how AI is transforming industries and build the confidence to use AI tools that are increasingly valued by employers.

Build the artificial intelligence skills you need to stay competitive in today’s digital economy. In this AI fundamentals course, you gain practical knowledge of how AI is used across industries and learn to work confidently with AI tools that employers increasingly expect. 

Stark State College offers a comprehensive bookkeeping one-year certificate program designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of bookkeeping and other accounting-related jobs.

Prepare for growth in Stark State College’s entrepreneurship program. Have an idea for a startup or dream of running your own business? You’ll learn how to recognize opportunities, evaluate potential, and understand the ins and outs of starting and growing a new venture.

Ready to start a meaningful career where you make a real difference every single day? Becoming a certified nurse aide – formerly known in Ohio as a state tested nurse aide (STNA) – is one of the fastest ways to step into the healthcare field and start caring for patients face-to-face.

Get on the road to a new career with your Class A or Class B CDL – in just eight weeks or less. Start now with Stark State College’s Commercial driver’s license (CDL) training program.

Stark State’s computer graphics arts associate degree helps you learn how to turn your creativity into real-world digital skills. You’ll learn how to design, illustrate, animate, and build visual experiences using the latest tools that professionals use, all while developing a strong portfolio that shows what you can do.