School of Adult & General Education
School of Adult & General Education (SAGE) Main Campus, Max Salazar Hall • (505) 224-3939
The School of Adult & General Education (SAGE) helps students progress in their academic and career pursuits through a variety of support courses and programs. SAGE faculty and staff help students develop the academic, work, and life skills necessary for success. The school strives to be a welcoming “front door” to the college for entering and returning students and a source of support for continuing students. The school aims to work with students’ schedules by offering day and evening classes at all campuses.
SAGE’s Developmental Education program offers courses to help students prepare for college in a variety of disciplines or areas: Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, College Success Experience (CSE), English, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Health, Information Technology, Math, and Reading. While credits from developmental education courses are not transferable to other degree-granting institutions, these courses typically help students meet admissions requirements and program prerequisites. Courses are offered in a variety of formats (collaborative, self-paced, distance) so that students can choose the ones which best fit their learning styles. Developmental education courses are graded credit (CR) or no credit (NC) and not with traditional letter grades. Eligible students may receive financial aid for up to 30 credit hours of developmental coursework.
The Adult Basic Education (ABE) program within SAGE offers free instruction to adults who do not speak English as their first language or do not have their high school diploma. Courses are offered in English as a Second Language (ESL), basic literacy, and GED Preparation (GED). ESL courses provide English skills for non-native speakers to enhance their work, school and personal lives. Adult Basic Education students receive most of the same services as other CNM students but do not follow the procedures outlined in this catalog for admission and registration and are not eligible for financial aid. Adult Education courses are not graded. Students or other community members who have dropped ABE classes or who are not currently enrolled in classes can go to the Adult Education Learning Centers (AELC) at Main and Montoya campuses to continue their studies.
SAGE also offers transfer-level CSE courses which help students succeed in college and in their future careers. The school will also begin offering a transfer-level Reading course and a transfer-level ESOL course in the near future. These courses are credit-bearing, transfer to four-year colleges and universities, and are graded with traditional letter grades.
SAGE’s students are supported outside of class by tutoring services, ABE registration services, and an Achievement Center. The Assistance Centers for Education (ACE) provides the following centers for academic support in SAGE: the Adult Education Learning Centers (AELC), the Writing and Reading Assistance Centers (WRAC), the Math Learning Centers (MLC), and the Open Computer Lab (OCL). ACE also supports students across CNM in their distance learning classes through their Online Writing Center (OWC). See Tutoring Services for more information on ACE’s support services. SAGE’s Achievement Center offers one-on-one appointments with Achievement Coaches, who help students meet a variety of life challenges outside of academics, and offers assistance through the Center for Working Families. Student Transitional Programs also helps facilitate students’ entry into the college through orientation sessions, campus tours, and assistance registering for classes and meeting with advisors.
Additional information on testing, registration, and class locations is available at MS 570 at Main Campus; (505) 224-3939, KC 1 at Main Campus; (505) 224-4282, H 102 at Montoya Campus; (505) 224- 5993, and the Main Office at South Valley Campus; (505) 224-5061. For information regarding the Westside Campus, please contact Main Campus regarding registration and advising hours available at Westside.
School of Applied Technologies
School of Applied Technologies Main Campus, Ted Chavez Hall • (505) 224-3711
The School of Applied Technologies provides technology-enriched learning environments dedicated to individual learning and designed to produce successful career opportunities and positive change for individuals. The school is dedicated to supporting the workforce and economic development needs of the community and state. Guided by industry advisory groups, the School of Applied Technologies offers outstanding faculty and state-of-the-art practice laboratories and courses that provide entry-level career opportunities and retooling/retraining for current workers, including certificate programs and associate degrees with concentration options that allow students to specialize in areas of individual interest.
A number of the programs are nationally accredited (see Program Accreditation for a complete listing). Students who have questions on course prerequisites or course transferability (to or from CNM) are encouraged to consult with program directors or program chairs. Challenge examinations are available for some courses.
In addition to technology skills, students need employability skills in order to succeed in the modern workplace environment. Jobs in the 21st century require employees who have good interpersonal and teamwork skills, are observant and can communicate, listen, locate and use information and read/write effectively. ACT WorkKeys® is a nationally-recognized system that identifies essential employability skills for specific occupations. CNM uses WorkKeys® and other supporting systems to insure that students completing the school’s programs have the required skill levels. Students must provide their own personal protective equipment (hardhat and safety glasses or goggles) and appropriate lab clothes that comply with the School of Applied Technologies and/or Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) standards.
Most programs require basic hand tools. Tool lists with approximate costs and purchase deadlines are provided by instructors at the beginning of each term. Students are encouraged to participate in nationally recognized student organizations whose activities are an integral part of the curriculum. Students working toward a degree or certificate must earn a grade of C or better in all career and technical courses to meet school completion and/or graduation requirements.
School of Business & Information Technology
School of Business & Information Technology (BIT) Main Campus, Smith Brasher Hall • Room SB-103 • (505) 224-3811
The School of Business & Information Technology (BIT) faculty, staff and programs provide opportunities for students to “Build Business Careers.” Preparing students for the world of Business & Information Technology is critical for success in the global economy. The School of Business & Information Technology offers (1) certificates, associate of applied science degrees and associate of arts degrees; and (2) the Cisco Academy, the Microsoft Academy and Oracle Academy.
The School of Business & Information Technology offers the following programs/courses:
Accounting (ACCT), Bookkeeping (ACCT), Certified Public Accountant (ACCT), Integrated Studies, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Enrolled Agent Service (ACCT), Payroll Clerk (ACCT), Pre-Management (ACCT, IT, BA and general education courses), Tax Preparer for Individuals (ACCT), Technology Management and Training (associate of applied science degree and general education courses)
Business Administration (BA), Continuous Quality Improvement (BA), Entrepreneurship courses (BA), General Business (BA), Human Resources (BA), International Business courses (BA), Project Management (PM), Real Estate/Appraisal courses (BA)
Baking (CULN), Culinary Arts (CULN), Food Service Management (CULN), Hospitality and Tourism (HT), Professional Cooking (CULN)
Computer Information Systems (CIS), Information Technology (IT), Medical Office Assistant (OTEC), Medical Office Transcription (OTEC), Office Assistant (OTEC), Office Technology (OTEC), Records Clerk (OTEC), Word Processing (OTEC)
A minimum of 12 students is required for first term and elective courses. Certain courses are not offered every term. A student who registers for a School of Business & Information Technology program may be required to take English, reading and/or math placement tests. Advanced students may earn credit for on-the-job training through cooperative education and internship courses.
The New Mexico Two-year/Four-year Business Articulation Matrix and articulation agreements with several New Mexico postsecondary educational institutions offer course or program transfer opportunities for School of Business & Information Technology students. Please see the associate dean in the area of study for current articulation information.
School of Communication, Humanities & Socials Sciences
School of Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences (CHSS) Main Campus, Max Salazar Hall, Room MS-414 • (505) 224-3588
The School of Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences (CHSS) offers a wide range of classes designed to support a variety of programs. The CHSS curriculum provides students with a foundation for further educational studies and opportunities to improve self-expression and to enhance critical thinking. Courses are offered in the arts, social sciences, humanities, and education. The school supports the degrees and certificate programs for all of CNM, whether in business, applied technologies, the sciences, health, or other areas.
Degrees/Programs Offered
The School of Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences offers the following degrees and programs:
- Associate of Arts Degree in Child, Youth, and Family Development (2 tracks)
- Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood and Multicultural Education (3 tracks)
- Associate of Arts Degree in Teacher Education (5 tracks
- Associate of Arts Degree in Fine Arts (2 tracks
- Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies
- Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts
- Certificate: General Education
- Certificate: Educational Paraprofessional
In addition, CHSS offers one post-baccalaureate program for students interested in obtaining a New Mexico Level I teaching license:
- Alternate Teacher Licensure Certificate (four concentrations):
- Special Education
- Secondary Education
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
Special Programs Offered
CHSS offers optional programs for students interested in an enhanced liberal arts education. One of these is the Honors program; the other is a partnership with the ROTC program at the University of New Mexico.
General Honors Program: The General Honors Program offers intensive interdisciplinary studies for qualified students. These courses are taught in a small-group seminar format and emphasize discussion, self-expression, and student participation. In order to qualify for the General Honors Program, students must have successfully completed nine hours of arts and sciences courses, have a 3.2 or higher cumulative GPA, and have earned a B or better in English 1101. These courses transfer into the Honors program at UNM.
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC): Interested CNM students may register through CNM/CHSS for the University of New Mexico ROTC program. Courses are available in Air Force (AFAS), Army (MLS) or Navy (NAVS) branches of the military. Uniforms and textbooks are provided. These classes are offered on the Main Campus of UNM, and students should contact the appropriate personnel at UNM (see Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) Courses ) before enrolling.
School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety
School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety (HWPS) Main Campus, Jeannette Stromberg Hall • (505) 224-4111
The School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety (HWPS) is committed to providing a positive learning experience to improve, enrich and expand opportunities in students’ lives. HWPS offers credit programs that lead to certificates, associate degrees and skill upgrading. Credit programs range in length from 12 weeks to 20 months and start in January, May or August. Most programs have prerequisite and required courses that must be completed with a grade of C or better. Although some of the HWPS programs are open enrollment, many of the programs require a petition process for admission.
The CNM website provides more information on each program in the “Areas of Study” pages. For more information contact the School of Health, Wellness, and Public Safety by calling (505) 224-4111 or by visiting the School website at cnm.edu/depts/hwps/index.php
General Program Information
The School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety provides both entry and advanced level training and skill upgrading in a variety of health care, wellness, public safety and community service fields. Certificates and associate degrees are awarded upon completion of program requirements.
Classes are held at the Main, Montoya, South Valley, Westside campuses and CNM Workforce Training Center as well as at various community agency sites. Students may experience supervised clinical, practicum or internship training at community agencies and organizations. Programs of study in the School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety include; Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA), Cosmetology (COS), Court Reporting (CR), Criminal Justice (CJ), Dental Assisting (DA), Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Fire Science (FS), Fitness Technician (FITT), Health Information Technology (HIT), Health Unit Coordinator (HUC), Judicial Studies (JUD), Medical Coding (HIT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Nursing Assistant (NA), Nursing Home/Health Attendant (NAHA), Nursing Degree (ADN), Paralegal Studies (PL), Pharmacy Technician (PT), Phlebotomy (PHLB), Radiologic Technology (RADT), Respiratory Therapy (RT), Surgical Technology (ST), Veterinary Technology (VT)
All Health, Wellness & Public Safety programs except Nursing Assistant (NA) and Nursing Home/Home Health Attendant (NAHA) require a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of the CNM placement tests to enroll. Most programs have prerequisites that must be met prior to enrolling in major courses. Health, Wellness & Public Safety programs require that students be in good physical condition and free of health conditions that could endanger themselves or others. Because of the widespread use of latex products, individuals who have an allergy to latex may find it difficult to successfully complete a Health, Wellness & Public Safety School program. Students may be required to have a physical exam and immunizations at their own expense. Credit by examination (challenge) is available for selected courses. Students should refer to the Program Descriptions for more specific information on admission and petition processes.
All School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety Career and Technical courses require a traditional grade of A, B or C to meet graduation requirements — or as otherwise indicated by the Program of Study. For School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety career and technical courses only offered for CR/NC, a grade of CR must be earned.
Pre- and corequisites are listed in course descriptions and are subject to change with each new catalog. It is the student’s responsibility to meet the pre and/or corequisites in effect for the term in which a course is taken, regardless of the catalog under which the student entered or will graduate. Students may be prevented from enrolling or may be disenrolled if pre or corequisites are not met. Students who have successfully completed courses that no longer exist from previous catalogs will be accommodated.
Special Program Requirements
All Health Sciences programs require a health screening done by a licensed healthcare provider that verifies the student to be in good physical condition and free of health conditions that could endanger themselves or others. Many health programs require the student to be able to safely lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds. Students with a latex allergy may have difficulty completing a health program due to the widespread use of latex products in the healthcare setting.
Students in Health Sciences programs are required to undergo routine urine drug screening. For more information visit cnm.edu/depts/hwps/Drug_Screen.php
Health Sciences students may need to complete a criminal background screening prior to starting the program or prior to beginning their clinical experiences. For more information visit cnm.edu/depts/hwps/disqualifying_convictions.php
The State of New Mexico requires a criminal history screening on all allied health and nursing students (7.1.9 NMAC). Students with a felony conviction may not be able to complete program requirements, become licensed or certified, or gain employment in healthcare, public safety or fitness. Disqualifying felony convictions include: homicide, trafficking in controlled substances, kidnapping, false imprisonment, aggravated assault or aggravated battery, rape, criminal sexual penetration, criminal sexual contact, incest, indecent exposure or other related sexual offenses, crimes involving adult abuse, neglect or financial exploitation, crimes involving child abuse or neglect, crimes involving robbery, larceny, burglary, extortion, forgery, embezzlement, credit card fraud, receiving stolen property or an attempt, solicitation or conspiracy involving any of the felony convictions listed above. Students who have a history of these convictions should contact the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement at the following website dhi.health.state.nm.us/cchsp. If a student’s background check results in a disqualifying event they have the opportunity to appeal it through a process known as “administrative reconsideration.” Some programs do not allow the student to remain in the program pending administrative reconsideration but most programs do allow students to remain in the program and attend classes while they undergo administrative reconsideration. However, students will be immediately removed from the program should they not be given clearance from the state following administrative reconsideration.
Students with a disqualifying conviction, not resolved by the administrative reconsideration, will be removed or will not be allowed to remain in the program; additionally any student found to have a disqualifying felony conviction will not be allowed to register for any of the Allied Health or Nursing Programs.
Court Reporting
School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety
CONTACT INFORMATION
Program information is available from the School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety office at (505) 224-4111 or Academic Advisement and Career Development (505) 224-4321 or from Program Director/Chair at (505) 224-3894.
cnm.edu/depts/hwps/progs
- Certificate of Completion in Court Reporting
- Certificate of Achievement in Stenotranscription
Program Description
Students study machine shorthand theory and computer real-time technology with an emphasis on speed building and accuracy. Introduction to Court Reporting involves instruction on the theory principles used to write steno on the machine. Machine Shorthand II, III, IV, and V contain speed requirements that must be met in order to advance to the next level. These courses are open/entry, open/exit.
Special Requirements
Students should purchase a basic manual steno machine before entering the program for use at home in order to practice and complete homework assignments. Computerized steno machines are provided for use in the classrooms and in Room 219 of Smith-Brasher Hall for students to use outside of their regular class time.
Career and Educational Opportunities
One hundred percent of court reporting graduates who have passed the New Mexico State Exam are employed as court reporters. Other graduates who have moved to states not requiring a state exam are also employed as court reporters.
Graduates may apply for a provisional license with the New Mexico CCR Board. This would allow the graduate to be employed as a court reporter for up to two years while attempting to pass the state exam.
Employment opportunities include working as an official reporter in court, a freelance reporter in a deposition firm, a captioner for television stations, a CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) writer for the hearing impaired, medical transcriptionist and hearing reporter.
Exit competencies (see Program Exit Competencies ) for this program of study are available at cnm.edu/exitcomp.
For the graduation policy refer to the Moving On section, cnm.edu or the Students tab in my CNM.
Students should see an academic advisor to customize their educational plans. Students must meet prerequisites by placement scores or specific course work. Please see Course Descriptions for prerequisite(s) information.
See Prerequisite Requirement Guide for Accuplacer score equivalencies.
School of Math, Science & Engineering
School of Math, Science & Engineering Main Campus, Max Salazar Hall • (505) 224-3561
The vision of The School of Math, Science & Engineering (MSE) is to provide students with a strong academic curriculum that supports certificate programs, associate degrees and transfer purposes. Additionally, MSE offers associate degrees in Biotech, Engineering and Environmental Safety and Health. Other course offerings include astronomy, biology, chemistry, math natural science, nutrition and physics. Most courses are transferable to other degree-granting institutions as freshmen and sophomore electives or requirements. Pre- and corequisites are listed in course descriptions and are subject to change with each new catalog. It is the student’s responsibility to meet the pre- and/or corequisites in effect for the term in which a course is taken, regardless of the catalog under which the student entered or will graduate. Students may be stopped from enrolling or may be disenrolled if pre- or corequisites are not met. |