Unique Programs

Allied Health Sciences
If you are interested in pursuing a 4 year degree in a health science related field, Garrett's Allied Health Sciences program is a great way to get started. Designed to offer smooth transition to 2 and 4 year institutions this program offers a wide range of transfer opportunities for students interested in an Allied Health Sciences profession.

Juvenile Justice
Garrett's Juvenile Justice program equips students with the skills and the theoretical framework to effectively reach out and make a difference in the lives of today's youth.

The Business And Information Technology Department
Garrett's BAIT program currently has a well-defined program of study aimed at those students interested in transferring to a four-year institution to continue their business education. The coursework available at Garrett can accommodate a wide variety of business interests—accounting, management, marketing, finance, and economics just to name a few.

Presently, Garrett has an articulation agreement with Frostburg State University and Franklin University. The Frostburg articulation allows students to take their first two-years of study at Garrett and transition smoothly to Frostburg to complete their bachelor’s degree in four years. The agreement with Franklin University allows students to take their first three years of study at Garrett and complete their fourth year via distance learning resulting in students never having to leave Garrett County to obtain their bachelor’s degree in business.

Specialized Technology Programs
Business and Information Technology (BAIT)

• Business Management
• Computer Applications for Business
• Network Administration
• E Commerce
• Repair/Network Technician
• Graphic Web Design*

*This certificate provides skills in traditional and electronic graphic arts/design techniques. Learn the fundamentals of design, how to use software and hardware, and experience the latest challenges of web design. Electronic publishing will be emphasized, using the IBM-PC-based platform. A certificate holder will be qualified to become a graphic artist or web developer/designer in the field of electronic publishing. Students electing other majors can take courses such as Introduction to Macromedia Studio or Desktop Publishing as electives.

Unique Outdoor Programs
If you have ever wanted to pursue a career in which your office is limited only to the great outdoors, Garrett College offers the programs you want. Our unique Signature Programs emphasize outdoor careers with hands-on training in the fields, forests, and rivers of the Allegheny Mountains.

If you're serious about adventure, Garrett has the program for you! In the Adventure Sports Program we work to help you develop the skills required of professionals in the field of adventure recreation through academics, field studies, and practical experience to help you land a job that you'll love to do.

The NRWT Program gives you the opportunity to make a difference by choosing a career that involves taking care of our natural resources. Gain valuable field experience, studying different types of ecosystems and a wide variety of plant and animal life, in addition to your classroom instruction.