Your coursework at NCCC can give you a solid foundation to prepare for various pre-professional studies. Many professions require advanced academic work beyond the earning of a two- year or four-year degree, but you can begin building your skills to succeed in these advanced programs and in a professional career with your courses at NCCC. Below are recommended elective and general education courses for students who are considering becoming a professional. While NCCC does not have specific programs for the professions listed below, the electives listed under each profession can help you gain a solid and rigorous preparation for the career of your choice.
Pre-Architecture
To prepare for a career as an architect, the following general education and elective courses are recommended:
Pre-Chiropractic
To prepare for a career as a chiropractor, the following general education and elective courses are recommended:
Pre-Dentistry
The following elective and general education courses are recommended to help prepare you for dental school:
Pre-Law
Law schools generally do not require a specific major or emphasis, but most law school applicants have undergraduate degrees in History, Political Science or Philosophy. Regardless of their undergraduate major, lawyers need a strong background in logic and critical thinking. Here are suggested electives to help prepare you for a legal career:
Pre-Pharmacy
The following elective and general education courses are recommended to help prepare you for pharmacy school:
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
The following elective and general education courses are recommended to help prepare you for a career as a veterinarian:
Pre-Respiratory Care
The following elective and general education courses are recommended to help prepare for a career in respiratory therapy:
Pre-Physician Assistant
The following elective and general education courses are recommended to help prepare for a career as a physician assistant:
Pre-Optometry
To prepare for a career as an optometrist, the following general education and elective courses are recommended:
Pre-Med
The American Medical Association recommends a rigorous course of undergraduate study to prepare for medical school. Here are suggested courses to help you prepare:
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