Gateways

What are CCP Gateways?

CCP Career Gateways will provide students with a 15-hour pathway (required by the ODE from each high school) into one or more of Zane State College’s academic programs. By creating a uniform 15-hour gateway courses, we are able to designate the courses as Level 1 (meaning that CCP students could enroll in them as part of their first 15 credits). By identifying these gateways, we encourage high school participation and completion.

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College Credit Plus Career Gateways

Business Gateway

The field of business is vaster than one could imagine. Are you an entrepreneur or is finance more your style? The Business gateway will help you find the perfect fit. Students will sample a variety of classes to acquaint them with opportunities.

Suggested Courses:

  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)
  • BUSM 1100 Principles of Management
    • (3 credit hours)
  • MKTG 1000 Marketing
    • (3 credit hours, TAG)
  • BUSM 1530 Consumer Economics
    • (3 credit hours)
  • ACCT 1010 Financial Accounting

Digital Content and Game Design Gateway

Explore the dynamic realm of digital media and game design! In today’s interconnected world, high school students are surrounded by the power of visual storytelling, interactive experiences, and the ever-evolving landscape of digital communication. Careers and associate degrees in digital media and game design offer an exciting pathway for those with a flair for creativity and a passion for technology.

Suggested Courses:

  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)
  • MATH 1050 Quantitative Reasoning
    • (4 credit hours, OT36)
  • DCMT 1020 Graphic Design
    • (3 credit hours)
  • ITCS 1010 Introduction to Networking
    • (3 credit hours)
  • ITCS 1230 Website Applications
    • (3 credit hours)

Education Gateway

This gateway offers students the opportunity to explore the field of education. Education is a continuously growing and ever-changing field of study. By enrolling in this gateway, students are better able to gain the foundational content that will prepare them to take the next step in education.

Suggested Courses:

  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)
  • PSYC 1010 Introduction to Psychology
    • (3 credit hours, TAG)
  • EDUC 1010 Introduction to Education
    • (3 credit hours, TAG)
  • EDUC 1450 Introduction to Special Education
    • (3 credit hours, TAG)
  • EDUC 2070 Technology for Educators
    • (3 credit hours)

Engineering Gateway

Build the foundation for the fascinating world of engineering! For high school students brimming with curiosity and a knack for problem-solving, the journey into the engineering field promises an adventure filled with innovation and discovery. Through immersive learning experiences and hands-on projects, students will explore disciplines mechanical and electrical principles that cross many disciplines. This is a gateway to a future where creativity meets technical prowess, and where the pursuit of knowledge opens doors to a multitude of rewarding pathways in the vast realm of engineering.

Suggested Courses:

  • FYEX 1010 – First Year Success Strategies
    • (1 credit hour)
  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)
  • MATH 1340 College Algebra
    • (4 credit hours, OT36)
  • MECH 1000 – Engineering Graphics
    • (3 credit hours)
  • EEET 1110 – D.C. Circuit Analysis
    • (4 credit hours TAG; CTAG)

Green Science Gateway

Group Rafting

Explore the captivating realm of natural sciences! For high school students brimming with curiosity and a passion for discovery, the journey into natural sciences unveils a world of boundless opportunities. Through this gateway, students will explore the wonders of their environment and beyond. They will build the foundation for scientific study while feeding their passion for the outdoors and the environment.

Wildlife Conservation Water Technician I & Water Technician II Certificates

Suggested Courses:

  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)
  • MATH 1340 College Algebra
    • (4 credit hours, OT36)
  • BIOL 1070 – Environmental Science
    • (3 credit hours, OT36; CTAG)
  • NAFS 2150 – Geographic Information Systems
    • (3 credit hours)
  • BIOL 2300 – Introduction to Limnology
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)

Health Gateway

Student at a anatomy table

Start a transfer degree in biology while you explore professional health care fields. This gateway is designed to get students started on an Associate of Science in Biology. Completers can move on to the degree program which can be used to further their education in related biological sciences, chemistry, medicine, and other health related fields. This gateway will also put the on track for Zane State’s selective health programs.

Suggested Courses:

  • HLTH 1050 – The Health Care System: Issues and Professions
    • (2 credit hours)
  • HLTH 1210 – Medical Terminology
    • (2 credit hours TAG; CTAG)
  • BIOL 1210 General Biology I
    • (4 credit hours, TAG; OT36)
  • BIOL 2400 &  2410 Anatomy and Physiology I
    • (3 credit hours, 1 credit hour lab, TAG)
  • BIOL 2420 & 2430 Anatomy and Physiology II
    • (3 credit hours, 1 credit hour lab, TAG)
  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)

Information Technology Gateway

Delve into the dynamic realm of cyber security and information technology (IT)! For high school students intrigued by the digital world and driven by a fascination with technology, the journey into careers and associate degrees in cyber security and IT unveils a realm of endless possibilities. Through specialized courses and hands-on experiences, you can embark on a thrilling exploration, delving into the realms of network security, digital forensics, programming, and more. This gateway provides an exciting voyage, where innovation meets problem-solving, and where the quest for knowledge opens doors to a multitude of rewarding pathways.

Suggested Courses:

  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)
  • MATH 1050 Quantitative Reasoning
    • (4 credit hours, OT36)
  • CYBR 1000 Ethics in the Information Age
    • (3 credit hours)
  • CYBR 1100 – Cybersecurity Foundations
    • (3 credit hours)
  • ITCS 2090 – Project Management Methodologies
    • (3 credit hours)

Social Science Gateway

Criminal justice students at the courthouse

Explore the compassionate world of social services! For high school students with a deep desire to make a positive impact in their communities and uplift the lives of others, the journey into associate degrees and careers in social services beckons with promise and purpose. Through dedicated study and practical experiences, students will delve into areas such as social work, criminal justice and counseling. This gateway opens a transformative experience, where empathy meets action, and where the pursuit of knowledge opens doors to fulfilling careers in social service.

Suggested Courses:

  • ENGL 1500 Composition I
    • (3 credit hours, OT36)
  • MATH 1050 Quantitative Reasoning
    • (4 credit hours, OT36)
  • PSYC 1010 – Introduction to Psychology
    • (3 credit hours, OT36; TAG)
  • SOCI 1010 – Introduction to Sociology
    • (3 credit hours, OT36; TAG)
  • SOCI 2060 – Race and Ethnicity
    • (3 credit hours, OT36; TAG)

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Amanda Pollock

College Credit Plus Advisor

Rick Mohler

College Credit Plus, Pathways & Online Student Advisor

Teara Hill

College Credit Plus Advisor

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