An associate of applied science is a program of study that prepared students for entry level position in a wide variety of fields. Students who enter this program typically have the goal of beginning to work immediately upon graduation instead of pursuing further study.

Blended learning combines digital and online media with traditional face-to-face learning. It allows teachers to use a variety of teaching methods and technology to customize learning for each student. Blended learning can be used in various forms, from completely online courses to hybrid courses where students learn both in the physical classroom as well as online.