NOTE: Computer Information and Office Systems Certificates CANNOT be awarded to anyone living outside Alaska. You may take individual classes that are offered by distance delivery, but no certificate will be given.
Computer Information Office Systems
Certificates of Completion are available on Sitka Campus for several programs under the
Computer Information Office Systems Support designation:

Administrative Office Support
Advanced Computer Programming
Cisco Networking Certification
Computer Applications
Computer Programming
Desktop Publishing and Graphics
Medical Office Specialist
Networking Essentials
Web Publishing

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Information and Office Systems
Computer Information and Office Systems is a program designed for people interested in securing employment in positions requiring information technology and administrative support skills. Basic computer use is required to begin coursework for this degree. Absolute beginners are encouraged to take CIOS 100, Computers for Absolute Beginners, during the summer semester.

Degree requirements: The Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information and Office Systems requires a minimum of 60 credit hours with 20 hours at the 200 level or above.A minimum grade of "C" is required in all courses. General Education Requirements (15 hours) are part of the curriculum for the Associate of Applied Science degree.

Below are download links for an Application form and Checklists for the above Certificate Programs.
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CIOS Application Form
General application form for both on-campus and distance delivered courses.
CIOS Check Sheets
Checklists for the 9 Certificate programs available through UAS. Note: you must spend some time on a UAS campus to complete some of these Certificates.
CIOS Distance Check Sheets
These 5 Certificate Programs can be completed by Statewide Distance Delivery and do not require an on-campus component.

For more information on these programs, contact:
Susie Feero
CIOS Program
UAS Sitka Campus
907-747-7725 or 1-800-478-6653, ext. 725

e-mail: Susie.Feero@uas.alaska.edu