The Associate of Applied Science Program at Southwest University at El Paso is a 16-term program of study that prepares the student to provide patient centered care, to act as a safety advocate for the patient, to become a member of the nursing profession and healthcare team in various healthcare settings and builds confidence in the student as they embark on the journey of becoming a professional nurse.

The Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts Program is designed to provide the necessary skills that prepare individuals for entry-level professions in culinary and hospitality services. Students will learn about safety and sanitation, recipe/menu planning, food processing, purchasing, and the art and science behind food preparation.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Automotive Technology Program is designed to assist students in gaining the necessary skills and abilities to work in a mechanical environment. Students will learn the basic preventative maintenance procedures for gasoline engines, brake systems, transmission, electrical systems, transaxles, diagnostic equipment, steering, and suspension.

The Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Technology Program is designed to assist students in gaining the necessary skills and abilities to work in a diesel-mechanical environment. Students will learn the basic preventative maintenance procedures for medium and large engines, as well as diesel engine tractors and tractor-trailers.

The Associate of Applied Sciences in Medical Assisting (AASMA) was designed to meet the demands of a continuously evolving healthcare market. By intensifying and expanding the training, the AASMA Graduate will be competent not only as a Medical Assistant, but also in the areas of Phlebotomy, Electrocardiography, and advanced Patient Care.

The Associate of Applied Sciences in Dental Assisting was designed to meet the demands of a continuously evolving healthcare market. The purpose of the program is to provide students with sufficient theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform efficiently in an entry-level position as a chairside assistant in a dental office.

An Associate in Applied Science degree in Medical Coding and Billing Systems prepares individuals for a career in the health care industry as coding and billing specialists. Students will gain knowledge in health record maintenance, medical insurance processes, and healthcare classification systems. Students will also learn computer application skills, interpersonal coding, and billing procedures.

An Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology prepares individuals for a career in the health care industry as Medical Laboratory Technicians. These laboratory professionals assist in the coordination of clinical laboratory activities, including timely and cost-effective testing of patient samples and lab equipment maintenance.

The Surgical Technology Program has been designed to train students to work with surgical teams as surgical technologists. This program covers all foundational competencies required to successfully understand the needs of surgical technologists in the surgical room and the material required for the certification exam. Begin your career in one of the fastest-growing fields in the area.

The Ophthalmology Technician Program has been designed to prepare a student to assist ophthalmologists in detecting, diagnosing, and treating ailments and diseases of the eye. The student will become well acquainted with the development and structures of the human eye, the way it functions, internally and externally, and will get familiar with the different ophthalmic diseases regarding etiology, signs and symptoms, and treatment.

This program is designed to prepare students seeking employment in health administration. Students will understand the principles and practice of health care regarding administration, management, law, economics, and policy.

This course is designed to prepare the student to perform clinical examinations of the human body with special consideration to image production and analysis, quality control, radiation protection, patient care, and radiographic equipment. This program will help prepare graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills for employment opportunities in orthopedic clinics, diagnostic imaging, and hospitals.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Southwest University is committed to excellence in education, demonstrated by providing a comprehensive program to students. The program supports the vision, values, and mission of Southwest University by striving to be the premier diagnostic medical sonography training program in our community.

MRI Technologists are healthcare professionals who use specialized MRI equipment to create images of structures inside the human body. They must be able to communicate effectively with people at all health levels. Throughout the program, MRI Technologists will be supervised by board-certified radiologists, who will guide and facilitate learning experiences.

This program is designed to prepare students seeking employment in business management and managerial levels of accounting. Students will receive instruction to gain mastery of the principles, methods, and procedures of accounting, students will gain a broad understanding and appreciation for other elements of management such as finance, communications, economics, and business law.