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Assistive Technology (Graduate Certificate)

Program Description

Assistive technology (AT) refers to any device that provides greater independence for those with disabilities, including assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices. This certificate program helps develop professionals who can effectively implement, assess, and research applications of assistive technology. The program provides supplemental knowledge for general and special educators, related service personnel, adult service providers, and families and caregivers who need to apply assistive technology solutions within their specific school, work, home, or community setting.

Technology and Innovation (BAS)

Program Description

The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Technology and Innovation is a degree‑completion program designed for students who hold an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and want to advance into technology‑focused and business‑driven careers.

Offered 100% online through the College of Engineering and Computing at George Mason University, this program builds industry‑relevant technical, business, and information technology skills needed in today’s global workforce.

Created for working adults, but open to students of all ages, the BAS degree offers a flexible learning experience for students. The BAS in Technology and Innovation prepares graduates to support, manage, and implement technology solutions across sectors such as IT services, finance, healthcare, education, and telecommunications. This degree is ideal for those who desire to gain workplace and industry-wide technical competencies, complete a bachelor’s degree, and enhance personal earning potential. Coursework will build business know-how and information technology skills in preparation for the global business place.

Banner code: UN-BAS-APLS

Concentrations

  • Technology and Innovation

Health – Wellness, and Social Services (BAS)

Program Description

The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Health, Wellness, and Social Services is a degree‑completion program designed for adult learners who want to advance in healthcare, wellness, and human services careers.

Offered 100% online in collaboration with the College of Public Health at George Mason University, this program develops critical skills in healthcare systems, social services management, and serving vulnerable populations.

Tailored for students with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS), the BAS equips graduates with practical, interdisciplinary knowledge to support roles in health care delivery, wellness services, case management, and social services administration.

Designed to foster critical thinking, analytic reasoning, and an ability to synthesize information, the BAS meets students’ professional and personal goals while developing a depth of knowledge and proficiency of skill that translates well to the workplace. Adult learners who desire to understand the complex nature of managing health care and social service programs will benefit from this program. This concentration is in collaboration with the College of Public Health.

Banner code: UN-BAS-APLS

Concentrations

  • Health, Wellness, Social Services

Cybersecurity (BAS)

Program Description

Ranked #3 on College Rank’s “Best Online Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity” for 2024 

Ranked as one of the top 25 “Best Online Cybersecurity Degree Programs” of 2024 

Mason’s Bachelor of Applied Science Degree (BAS) is a unique program created specifically for students who have earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Designed with the adult-learner in mind, but open to students of all ages, the BAS degree offers a flexible learning experience for students.

Offered in collaboration with Volgenau School of Engineering, this concentration is only available to students graduating from Northern Virginia Community College, Lord Fairfax Community Colleges, Tidewater Community College, or Germanna Community College with an AAS in Cyber Security or an AAS in Information Systems Technology with a Cyber Security Career Studies Certificate.

Banner code: UN-BAS-APLS

Concentrations

  • Cybersecurity