Guided Pathways

What is Guided Pathways? When you enroll at the Community College of Aurora, it becomes our greatest interest to see that you reach your goals. Guided Pathways is our way of helping you choose a plan of study that will best direct you toward your ultimate career. We have six pathways that represent all of our degrees and certificates.  Choose the pathway that best fits your educational and career interests, and then you can find the best courses, certificate, and degree for you. Find your passion. Earn your degree. Start your career.  https://www.ccaurora.edu/guidedpathways

	Communication & Languages The Communication & Languages pathway prepares students to write and speak to persuade and help others, or present information in the most effective ways. Most students transfer to a four-year institution upon graduation.
	Creative Industries The Creative Industries pathway prepares students to use their ideas, passion to create, and artistic expression. Most students enter the workplace directly after receiving their associates degree or certificate. Some students transfer to a four-year institution upon graduation.
	Health The Health pathway prepares students to enter healthcare and contribute to the betterment of society. Most students enter the workplace directly after receiving their associates degree or certificate. Some students transfer to a four-year institution upon graduation..
	People, Societies, & Ideas The People, Societies & Ideas pathway prepares students to explore and explain human relationships and social, political, and ethical systems. Most students transfer to a four-year institution upon graduation.
	Professional Studies and Public Service The Professional Studies and Public Service pathway prepares students to enter the workplace directly after receiving their associates degree or certificate. Some students transfer to a four-year institution upon graduation.
	Science, Technology, Engineering & Math The Science, Technology. Engineering & Math (STEM) pathway prepares students for careers in science, technology, engineering and math fields. Most students transfer to a four-year institution upon graduation.